Minister for the Arts Joy Burch recently announced the much loved public artwork On the Staircase will be relocated to the Gorman House Arts Centre later this year. Ms Burch said the artwork by Danish artist Keld Moseholm will be moved to the Gorman House Arts Centre eastern courtyard near the ACT Writers Centre by…
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ANZAC: SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF WORLD WAR I
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People will be able to experience the Sights and Sounds of the First World War period, by exploring a new website produced in partnership by the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) and Ngā Taonga Sound & Vision in New Zealand. NFSA Senior Curator Jennifer Coombes explained that a curated selection of hundreds…
2015 MTV Movie Awards
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THE WINNERS FOR THE “2015 MTV MOVIE AWARDS” ARE: MOVIE OF THE YEAR PRESENTED BY GEICO® The Fault in Our Stars (Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation) Director: Josh Boone Producers: Marty Bowen, Wyck Godfrey BEST FEMALE PERFORMANCE Shailene Woodley- The Fault in Our Stars (Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation) BEST MALE PERFORMANCE Bradley Cooper –…
NZ Minister for Customs and Minister for Disability traveling to OZ to foster trans-Tasman cooperation
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Customs Minister and Minister for Disability Issues Nicky Wagner will be traveling to Australia to visit her counterparts and foster trans-Tasman cooperation across both portfolios. “New Zealand Customs and the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service enjoy a strong relationship and work collaboratively to ensure effective border management in both countries,” Ms Wagner commented “Meeting…
Attitudes to country-of-origin food labeling
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With all the talk and some controversy in regards to country-of-origin food labeling, here is something to consider. According to recent findings released by Roy Morgan the proportion of Australians 14+ who are more likely to buy food if it is labeled ‘Made in Australia’ increased from 85% to 88% over the last two years.…
Hisense Announces Partnership with Red Bull Racing
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Hisense electronics a multi-year partnership with Infiniti Red Bull Racing, through this partnership Hisense is looking to become the third most popular global TV brand, one place higher than last year. “Infiniti Red Bull Racing is one of the most successful and most talked about teams in a sport renowned for technology, teamwork and competitiveness,”…
ABC Launches AustraliaPlus
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The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) becomes the first mainstream western media organization to launch a Chinese registered web portal. Australian Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, has congratulated the ABC on its achievement, saying “the potential for Australia’s relationship with China to grow and prosper has never been greater and the launch tonight is a testament to…
Canberra and Region Heritage Festival kicks off
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The Canberra and Region Heritage Festival kicks off this weekend with lots to suit all ages and interests, including events in keeping with this year’s Festival theme Conflict and Compassion, Minister for Planning Mick Gentleman said today. “Take some time with family and friends to have some fun and adventure — and discover what’s so…
Abseiling to raise Money for Autism Education Services
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Member for Taylor, Leesa Vlahos, has abseiled 132 metres down Westpac House this morning as part of Abseil for Anglicare, a fundraiser for Autism education services. At the time of her abseil, Ms Vlahos raised $7,313 for the Anglicare Autism Specific Early Learning and Care Centre (ASELCC). At the time of writing, participants raised a…
The Great Autmn Weed Swap
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ACT Minister Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury has announced that the Autumn weed swap is on again! On Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 April, Canberrans can swap invasive weeds from their garden for free Australian native plants. “Whether you have an established garden, a yard that is a bit out of control or live…