Australia Post has recently released a charity stamp sheetlet to raise funds for the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre. “Australia Post is delighted to support the Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre with the release of this stamp issue,” said Australia Post Managing Director and CEO Ahmed Fahour. This charity domestic rate (60c) stamp…
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Possible Future Australian Coin Designs
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The Royal Australian Mint and the Canberra Institute of Technology have joined forces to put on a temporary exhibition highlighting the work of CIT design students. “This partnership allows the Mint to develop and access talent from our very own backyard, and encourages CIT students to apply what they have learnt in the classroom in…
Stay alert and aware of scams during Tax season
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With the tax season, fast approaching the Australian Tax Office has warned the community to stay alert and be aware of scams this Tax Time. So far this year the ATO has received over 5,000 reports from the community about phishing e-mails using the ATO brand, and over 3,000 reports of attempted phone scams. “Be…
The Great Muppet Caper
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Directed by Jim Henson Staring Jim Henson, Frank Oz and Dave Goelz Rated G Score 6/6 Kermit, Gonzo and Fozzie are reporters who travel to Britain to interview a rich victim of jewel thieves and help her along with her secretary, Miss Piggy. Happy Birthday to The Great Muppet Caper. This movie was first released…
Largest Australian Paralympic Team London Bond
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161 athletes will be joined by 140 officials as a part of the largest Australian Paralympic team which was recently announced at a ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra. “Our Paralympians have all demonstrated remarkable drive, determination and tenacity to reach the peak of their sport so they can represent Australia on the international stage,”…
Baillieu cuts bike infrastructure funding
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Earlier today bicycle riders protested on the steps of the Victorian Parliament building to protest the move by Premier Ted Baillieu to cut funding for bike infrastructure to zero. “Ted Baillieu’s Government has snubbed the 1.1 million Victorians riding a bike every week and ignored the million more who want to join in but are…
Manuka Oval to host a One Day International in the 2012-13 Commonwealth Bank Series
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As a part of the Centenary of Canberra celebrations in 2013 it has been announced by Cricket Australia CEO James Sutherland that the Australian Cricket team will play a one-day International at Manuka Oval as part of the 2012-13 Commonwealth Bank Series. Minister Tourism, Sport and Recreation Andrew Barr noted that Manuka Oval has hosted…
Australia Post releases ‘ Road to London ‘ stamp
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With less than two months to go until the opening ceremony of the 2012 London Olympic Games, Australia post has released the first of three Olympic-themed stamps – The Road to London. “This stamp issue celebrates the journey of our Australian Olympic Team with their strong discipline, commitment, and rigorous training and competitive spirit that…
The Hoax
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Directed by Lasse Hallstrom Staring Richard Gere, Alfred Molina & Marcia Gay Harden Rating M Score 6/6 In 1971, Clifford Irving achieved the very heights of American journalism, nabbing a series of unprecedented interviews with the most famous man in the world – ultra-reclusive, immensely powerful, superstar billionaire Howard Hughes. This is an fascinating story…
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
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Directed by Frank Capra Staring James Stewart & Jean Arthur Rating G Legendary I think i’ve had my DVD copy for the better part of a year, I am so glad that i finally got around to watching Mr. Smith goes to Washington. I firmly believe that if we had a few more men like…