Australia Post has released a new stamp to celebrate 100 years of advocacy and community work by Country Women’s Associations across Australia to improve the lives of rural and regional women, children and communities. “The celebration of our centenary is an important milestone for our association and our members, marking 100 years of advocacy on…
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The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Success for Toowoomba and Region
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The first ever month-long program of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, a change from the traditional 10-day event, has reaped significant rewards for Toowoomba and the surrounding region. Chair of the Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Services Committee Cr James O’Shea said data from Tourism and Events Queensland showed more than $22 million in…
Andersens – Project Green
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Andersens, an Australian based flooring and interior decor company, is the brand behind 100 000 trees that are now greening the planet. The company was founded in the late 1950s in the town of Gatton in Queensland. “We believe environmental credibility should be assessed like a silent movie. Words matter far less than actions. So,…
Victoria Justice and Adam Demos to Star in Untitled Romcom for Netflix
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Victoria Justice (Afterlife of the Party, California King, Victorious) and Adam Demos (Sex/Life, Falling Inn Love) are set to star in an untitled Romantic Comedy for Netflix directed by Stuart McDonald (Summer Heights High, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend) and written by Elizabeth Hackett and Hilary Galanoy (Love, Guaranteed, Falling Inn Love). The film is about how a…
Maroons legend Mal Meninga joins Sport Australia podcast
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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…
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…