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Village Rivoli Screening 70mm Dunkirk

Christopher Nolan’s “Dunkirk” will be screened in glorious 70mm at select sessions at Village Cinemas Rivoli. In comparison to the standard 35mm, a 70mm print allows viewers to experience a wider, sharper, brighter and much more detailed film. Director Christopher Nolan has been a long-time advocate of using film as a strong storytelling medium and…

Beware of High Risk Investment Scams

The ACCC is warning the community to watch out for investment scammers who promise the world but leave their victims with broken dreams and empty bank accounts. “In the first half of 2017, Australians have reported losing over $13 million to investment scams to the ACCC’s Scamwatch website, making it the most profitable of all…

WA Gov produces Best Practice Guides to Cycling

Western Australia Road Safety Minister Michelle Roberts today launched a series of booklets aimed at promoting mutual respect on the roads by cyclists and motorists. Minister Roberts explained that the Best Practice Guides for safe cycling on Western Australian roads were produced using a $52,000 grant from the Road Trauma Trust Account. “Cyclists are among…

Melbourne to Host World Cup Qualifier

Melbourne will host the blockbuster final match of the qualifying phase of the 2018 FIFA World Cup between Australia and Thailand this September. Minister for Tourism and Major Events John Eren today confirmed that the much-anticipated clash will take place at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium on Tuesday, 5 September. “Our World Cup dream is up…

New Networking App The Green Room

A Big thank you to Kosta Nikas for taking the time to talk to us about The Green Room a free networking smart phone app for the international filmmaking and creative industries. Working in the Australian Entertainment Industry: Final Report Gender Matters – Women in the Australian Screen Industry Android users can download The Green…

Production begins on The 15:17 to Paris

Production is underway this week on Clint Eastwood’s “The 15:17 to Paris.” The film tells the real-life story of three men whose brave act turned them into heroes during a highspeed railway ride. In the early evening of August 21, 2015, the world watched in stunned silence as the media reported a thwarted terrorist attack…

Mystery Road – The Series to premier in 2018

Aaron Pedersen and Judy Davis will star in Mystery Road – The Series, a six-part spin-off from Ivan Sen’s internationally acclaimed and award winning feature films Mystery Road and Goldstone. Filming will commence in the East Kimberley region of Western Australia this August. “The ABC is thrilled to have the immense talents of the extraordinary…

Restoration of Ballarat Heritage Shed Progressing

Ballarat Station’s bluestone goods shed is a step closer to being restored and reopened to the public, with the Heritage Victoria application for redevelopment works now under consideration. Minister for Regional Development Jaala Pulford inspected the crumbling 19th Century building today and reaffirmed the Andrews Labor Government’s plan to breathe new life into the goods…

Do the Right Thing to Keep Canberra’s Air Clean

Minister for the Environment and Heritage Mick Gentleman today announced the launch of the ACT Government’s annual Burn Right Tonight campaign, which focuses on reminding Canberrans to use their wood heaters appropriately, or switch to a more sustainable alternative in order to keep Canberra’s air clean. “The ACT Government is committed to keeping Canberra’s air…

Battle of Brisbane brings Economic Boom for Queensland

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk today congratulated Queensland’s newest world champion as the state celebrated a massive windfall from the Battle of Brisbane. The Premier said Jeff Horn – a school teacher from Acacia Ridge – defeated boxing legend Manny Pacquiao to claim the WBO Welterweight world championship. “Jeff has done this in front of more than…