According to recent research released by Roy Morgan in the 12 months to June 2015, over one million Kiwis over the age of 14 (29.7%) used the internet at breakfast time on a normal weekday, more than double the 13.2% going online first thing back in 2011. “Even though internet usage has become much more…
The Snow Kimono 2015 ACT Book of the Year
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Acting Minister for Arts Mick Gentleman has recently announced that Mark Henshaw’s The Snow Kimono has been announced as the winner of the 2015 ACT Book of the Year. “Congratulations to Mark whose work The Snow Kimono has been chosen as 2015 ACT Book of the Year. The Snow Kimono also received the NSW Premier’s…
Effort to Save Sir Hans Krebs’ Nobel Prize Medal
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A Nobel Prize awarded to one of the greatest British scientists of the 20th century is at risk of leaving the UK unless a buyer can be found to match the asking price of £275,000 (plus VAT of £10,000), British Culture Minister Ed Vaizey has placed a temporary export bar on Sir Hans Krebs’ Nobel…
Action Buses Wi-Fi Trial
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Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury has recently announced that free Wi-Fi will be available to passengers on five ACTION buses as part of a 12 month trial. Mr. Rattenbury explained that to manage Canberra’s growth, reduce congestion and protect our liveability, we need to improve our public transport system. Buses provide an…
Inside Out
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Director Pete Docter & Ronnie Del Carmen Staring Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Lewis Black, Mindy Kaling & Phyllis Smith Rated PG Score 5/6 After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions – Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness – conflict on how best to navigate a new…
Summer by the Sea’s 20th Anniversary
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Summer by the Sea is celebrating 20 years of showcasing the very best of Victoria’s unique coastal habitats. Kicking off in January, the 2016 program highlights the care Victorians have for the state’s coastal environments and the wonderful creatures that inhabit our shores and waterways. Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water Lisa Neville recently…
Who is eating turkey?
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According to recent research released by Roy Morgan Between October 2014 and September 2015, 6.2% of Australians 14+ ate turkey in an average seven days. Over the course of this 12-month period, there were discernible peaks and troughs: with January being the biggest turkey-eating month (12.0%) and August being the off-season (3.4%). “Along with pudding…
Be Aware of Quad Bike Safety
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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is warning the community to be fully prepared, wear protective gear and ride safe to prevent quad bike accidents this summer. “Tragically, 20 Australians have died this year from quad bike accidents, including a six-year-old, a seven-year-old and a 15-year-old. In 2014, there were 15 deaths – sadly, a…
Be Aware of Trampoline Safety
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Victorians are being urged to keep a close eye on children using backyard trampolines this holiday season, with the number of head injuries and broken bones on the rise. Statistics reveal that almost one child is being hospitalised with trampoline-related injuries every day. Minister for Consumer Affairs, Gaming and Liquor Regulation Jane Garrett said trampolines…
Entries Open for St Kilda Film Festival
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Entries for the coveted St Kilda Film Festival competitions are now officially open, both emerging filmmakers and industry professionals are being called on to submit their creative works in the following categories; Australia’s Top 100 short film competition, The SoundKILDA music video competition, and Under the Radar for filmmakers under the age of 21. The…
Flickerfest Program Announced
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The 25th Flickerfest International Short Film Festival has announced the full list of 53 films officially selected into our Academy® Accredited Australian Competition for 2016, chosen from over 2300 entries received for Flickerfest 2016. Festival Director Bronwyn Kidd explained that this year’s official Australian Competition features 18 world premieres, 6 Australian premieres and 10 NSW…
ME Bank and Village Cinemas Announce Partnership
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Industry super fund-owned bank ME has announced a new partnership with Village Cinemas Australia and joint venture partners Amalgamated Holdings Limited. ME Brand and Digital Director, Ingrid Purcell, said the Bank was attracted by the partnership’s unique marketing opportunities together with Australian’s growing love affair with the big screen. The partnership extends across Village, Event,…
Rivoli Hateful Eight Q&A Sold Out
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Village Cinemas Australia has sold the exclusive Melbourne fan event for The Hateful Eight in just over an hour where Village Cinemas Rivoli will play host to legendary film director Quentin Tarantino and Hollywood star Kurt Russell on Sunday 17th January. “The Hateful Eight is no doubt one of our most anticipated films this summer.…
In the heart of the sea
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Director Ron Howard Starring Chris Hemsworth, Cillian Murphy, Brendan Gleeson Rated M Score 4/6 Based on the 1820 event, a whaling ship is preyed upon by a sperm whale, stranding its crew at sea for 90 days, thousands of miles from home. In the Heart of the Sea is based on Nathaniel Philbrick’s 2000 book…
Creed
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Director Ryan Coogler Staring Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson Rated M Score 3.5/6 The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed. For those of you keeping track this is the seventh movie in the…
Shopping At Shopping Centres
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With Christmas approaching very quickly here is something to think about as you go out and complete your Christmas shopping. In the financial year to June 2015, 16.5 million Australians 14+ (85%) shopped at one or more shopping centres in an average four week period. Chadstone was the top destination, with 396,000 Australians a month…
Works to Begin at Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory
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Western Australian Premier and Science Minister Colin Barnett and Energy Minister Mike Nahan today announced that the State Government had approved regional energy provider Horizon Power to execute a power supply agreement with the CSIRO for the supply of electricity to the Murchison Radio-astronomy Observatory (MRO). “This agreement helps deliver the Government’s broader commitment for…
BBC Announces two David Attenborough programmes for 2016
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The BBC has recently announced two brand new Natural History programmes for BBC One and BBC Two with Sir David Attenborough for 2016: a special one-off interview with David to mark his 90th birthday next year, presented by Kirsty Young; and a programme looking at the enchanting world of bioluminescence. “2015 has been an outstanding…