As the State of Origin series opener heads to Townsville for the first time on 9 June, its most successful coach reflects on what it takes to create a champion team in Sport Australia’s latest podcast episode. Rugby League’s 13th ‘Immortal’ and current Australian Kangaroos head coach, Mal Meninga guided the Maroons to an unprecedented…
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30th Australian Festival of Chamber Music Program Announced
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The 30th Australian Festival of Chamber Music (AFCM) will take place in Townsville from 23 July to 1 August as a joyous 10-day celebration of music curated by Artistic Director, Kathryn Stott in her third and final festival, themed, Carnival. Over 30 music-filled years, the AFCM has forged a stunning international reputation as one of…
Nickelodeon, Network 10 and Screen Australia Announce Taylor’s Island
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Nickelodeon International and ViacomCBS-owned Network 10 today announced their first-ever partnership with the greenlight of Taylor’s Island (working title). Produced by Fremantle, with major production investment from Screen Australia, the new original live-action series will premiere across Nickelodeon channels around the world, beginning early 2022. As part of the agreement, Nordic Entertainment Group is also…
Circus of Illusion Coming to QPAC
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Welcome to the spectacular world of sequins, sawdust and magic – Circus of Illusion, playing April 11 and 12 in the Concert Hall at QPAC. The pure spectacle of death defying escapes, mind-blowing illusions, mime and magic, as well as the incredible costumes, will keep you on the edge of your seat. It’s the show…
2020 NRL Magic Round Headed to Brisbane
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More than 50,000 rugby league fans are expected to travel to Brisbane for the second ever Magic Round, to be held on the May long weekend. Tourism Industry Development Minister Kate Jones said the NRL’s hottest tickets on its 2020 footy calendar would be released for sale this week before the city comes alive with…
Beware of Asbestos in Bush fire Damaged Homes
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Residents returning to bush fire damaged homes warned to be aware of asbestos dangers. NSW and Queensland residents returning to homes and properties damaged by recent catastrophic bushfires are being warned of the risk of stirring up deadly asbestos fibres as they sift through damaged or destroyed homes. The Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia has…
Smart Ticketing for Brisbane’s Central Station
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Queensland’s new $371 million Smart Ticketing system is in the fast lane with an express gates trial at Brisbane’s Central Station. The express gates trial at the station will provide valuable insights into how customers use the gates and how they can be more effective in the future with the Palaszczuk Government’s plan for a…
BIFF 2019 Winners Announced
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The winners of the 2019 Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF 2019) Short Film Awards were announced recently at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) during the Festival’s closing night party. Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) Director Chris Saines said the awards included the inaugural Screen Queensland Short Film Award valued at…
BIFF Opens With Judy & Punch
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The Brisbane International Film Festival 2019 (BIFF 2019) launches at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) tonight with the Queensland premiere of Judy & Punch, the directorial debut of Australian Mirrah Foulkes. Set in a peculiar and turbulent 17th-century town, Judy & Punch is a darkly funny feminist retelling of a classic tale, starring Damon…
Election Bunting Have Your Say
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Election bunting on polling day has become part of the experience for Queensland voters – but the Palaszczuk Government is asking if you want it to stay that way. Queensland Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath wants to hear from Queenslanders about what they think of polling stations being swamped with signage on election…