This weekend at HOYTS and the Australian box office, Spider-Man: Brand New Day swung into number one once again with $2.25M,
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NSW loses record $4.75 billion in six months on poker machines
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NSW residents have lost a record record $4.75 billion on poker machines in the first six months of 2026, more than $311 million above the same period last year, as losses remain above $1 million an hour for the eighth consecutive quarter – two straight years. The latest NSW Office of Liquor & Gaming figures…
Beyoncé, makes a $2 million gift to Studio Museum in Harlem
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To mark her birthday today, global entertainer, entrepreneur and art collector, Beyoncé, makes a $2 million gift to the renowned Studio Museum in Harlem. Founded in 1968, the New York City cultural institution is the nexus for artists of African descent locally, nationally, and internationally and for work that has been inspired and influenced by…
Stanley Black & Decker Has Entered Into Agreement to Sell Excel Industries
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Stanley Black & Decker has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Excel Industries (“Excel”) business to Bad Boy Mowers. Excel, which is primarily made up of the professional-grade, gas-powered, ride-on and zero-turn mowers under the Hustler® brand, is expected to generate FY 2026 revenue of approximately $300 million. “The…
Today 35 Seeing Eye Dogs are Graduating
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Today, September 4, Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs will celebrate a major milestone, with 35 Seeing Eye Dogs graduating across the country – helping bring the total number of active Seeing Eye Dogs across Australia to a record 266. Each dog has undergone almost two years of intensive training before being partnered with someone who…
BIG Live’s “Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest” will return to Australia for 65 performances
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Following sold-out seasons in London’s West End and the United States, and a record-breaking tour across Australia and New Zealand in 2025, BIG Live’s critically acclaimed Dracula: Ballet at its Darkest will return home for 65 performances across Sydney and Melbourne: 35 in Melbourne and 30 in Sydney. The Australian-born production will play 35 performances…
Settling The Great Father’s Day Steak Debate
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Pan or barbie? Medium-rare or well done? And who is taking responsibility if Dad’s steak ends up overcooked? Steak is a Father’s Day favourite at Coles, with steak sales during Father’s Day week jumping around 13%. This year, Coles is calling in the GrillFather , helping customers take some of the guesswork out of the…
Do Not Watch This Show Coming to the U.S. and Canada
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9 Story Distribution International has announced a licensing agreement with Amazon Kids+ for the hit Australian animated comedy series Do Not Watch This Show, created by beloved Australian entertainer and bestselling children’s author Andy Lee. Kids+ will launch the complete 12-episode first season in the U.S. and Canada on September 3, 2026, marking the series’…
Friday August 28 – HOYTS Australian Weekend Box Office
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Dominating the number one position at HOYTS and the Australian box office for another weekend was Spider-Man: Brand New Day which captured an additional $3M in its fifth week, bringing its total cume to a whopping $81M. Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey continues to captivate audiences where the blockbuster release came in at number two with…
Public Schools Lining Up for NSW Schoolboys Cup and NSW Schoolgirls Cup Finals
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The future of rugby league will be on display at Campbelltown Sports Stadium on Wednesday when, for the first time in competition history, four public school teams will line-up in the finals of the NSW Schoolboys Cup and NSW Schoolgirls Cup. The Peter Mulholland Cup is the pinnacle competition for the code, showcasing the best…