The Federal Court has ordered Optus pay a $10 million penalty for its treatment of customers who unknowingly purchased games, ringtones and other digital content through its third-party billing service, following action by the ACCC. ACCC chair Rod Sims said that the $10 million penalty is one of the highest imposed by the Court after…
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Increase in Online Shopping Complaints
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Consumers are being warned to exercise extra caution when buying online, with new figures revealing a jump in complaints about online purchases in the last financial year. “Buying online is a quick and easy way to get what you need – but it pays to do your homework.” Minister for Consumer Affairs Marlene Kairouz commented…
Noah and Charlotte Most Popular Baby Names in NSW in 2018
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The top 10 most popular baby names in New South Wales hasn’t changed a lot in the past decade. With Noah, Oliver, Charlotte, Amelia, William and Olivia maintaining their spots as the most popular baby names in NSW. There were only two newcomers in 2018 – Liam (number 7 on the list) nudging out Henry…
The Predator Holiday Special
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I saw this and well I just had to feature it in a post…..
Sharpe’s Rifles & Sharpe’s Eagle
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Director Tom Clegg Starring Sean Bean, Assumpta Serna, Brian Cox Rated M Sharpe’s Rifles 4/6 & Sharpe’s Eagle Score 4.5/6 Sharpe’s Rifle’s: In the Peninsular War, a British sergeant is field promoted to a lieutenant in charge of a disrespectful rifle company. Sharpe’s Eagle: Sharpe is a Captain saddled with the South Essex, a battalion…
Village Entertainment Introduces Oreo Popcorn
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A new treat has arrived. Australian Cinema and Entertainment group, Village Entertainment is excited to announce a delicious collaboration between Village Cinemas’ Chef’s Gourmet Premium Popcorn and OREO® Cookies. For a limited time only, Village Cinemas is proudly expanding the Chef’s Gourmet Premium Popcorn, introducing a new flavour with the world’s number one biscuit –…
Chris Columbus’ 1492 Pictures Enter into First Look Feature Deal with Netflix
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Netflix has entered into a multi-year first look deal with Academy Award nominated writer, producer, director Chris Columbus and his 1492 Pictures partners, Michael Barnathan and Mark Radcliffe. Under the deal, Netflix gets a first look at any feature film that Columbus and his partners want to produce. “Chris has established himself as a diverse…
2018 Unscene Short Film Competition Winner Announced
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Now in its third year, the Village Cinemas’ Unscene short film competition was back in full swing and last night celebrated some of Australia’s most talented aspiring filmmakers. Presented by The Cinema Crew podcast host, Kyran Wheatley at Rivoli Cinemas, guests enjoyed a series of short films created by aspiring film makers addressing the theme…