A new Electric Vehicle Charging Outlook for the ACT has been released, providing guidance for industry to ensure a strategic rollout of public charging stations. Minister for Emissions Reduction Shane Rattenbury said that the outlook provides industry with information on expected trends in electric vehicle uptake, population density and electricity grid capability that will help…
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Three Australian Projects Headed to Sundance
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Goran Stolevski’s feature debut You Won’t Be Alone, produced by Causeway Films, will make its world premiere at the renowned Sundance Film Festival along with virtual reality documentary Gondwana. Nash Edgerton’s short film Shark will also make its US premiere at the festival which will take place in person and online from 20 – 30…
RACV Calling on Victorians to Maintain Biking Trend
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RACV is calling for Victorians to maintain the trend that has seen a boom in bike riding over the last two years, citing benefits for health, daily commuting, and the economy. On the back of significant infrastructure spending and lifestyle changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns, bike-riding is on the rise.…
AFC Asian Qualifier to be Hosted in Melbourne in 2022
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Melbourne will host the Socceroos for the first time in four years as they vie to qualify for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which will attract tens of thousands of fans to the city and deliver an important boost to businesses and jobs. Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula today announced…
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…
Victoria’s Big Battery – Australia’s Biggest
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Victoria’s Big Battery – the biggest in the southern hemisphere − is now operating, safeguarding the state’s energy supply through our hot summer months, driving down electricity prices and supporting the state’s massive renewable energy build. Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio have officially launched the battery, developed by renewable energy specialist…
Australian Avocado Survey
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An Avocados Australia online research survey conducted recently found that the majority of respondents want to buy avocados grown in Australia. “These survey findings are timely as now more than ever Australian growers are keen to see Australian avocados being sold in retail stores,” Avocados Australia CEO John Tyas commented “Consumers want to buy Australian…
Celebrations for the 40th Anniversary of the Decriminalisation of Homosexuality in Victoria
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Melbourne Pride, a Victorian State Government initiative delivered by Australia’s LGBTQIA+ arts and cultural experience Midsumma, will culminate the state-wide celebrations, commemorating the 40th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality in Victoria, with a street party in the Gertrude Street Precinct on Sunday 13th February. “We are thrilled to see such creativity already underway across…
Footy Festival for March 2022
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Sporting eyes will turn to Victoria next March when the state hosts 12 blockbuster games of AFL and AFLW across 10 days under a new partnership between the Andrews Labor Government and the AFL. Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Martin Pakula today announced details of the new footy festival, which will be a…
Interview with Karel ‘Papi’ Reyes, Hotel Starlino’s Australian Spokesperson
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‘Papi’ Reyes Thank you for taking the time to answer these questions. I love getting the chance to learn something new or interesting about wine. What is Hotel Starlino? Hotel Starlino is a new range of relaxed and elegant Italian Aperitifs which have recently launched into the Australian market. Crafted at the Torino Distillery in…