In the final round of drama funding for the financial year, Screen Australia announces production investment in 12 projects including two feature films, a television series and nine multiplatform programs. Screen Australia’s support of over $4.5 million in these projects will initiate production worth over $25 million. “In this round of funding we are pleased…
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Coin released to mark 70th anniversary of the retirement of the ‘G for George’ Avro Lancaster
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A commemorative coin has been released by the Royal Australian Mint In recognition of the 70th anniversary of the retirement of the Avro Lancaster W4783 ‘G for George’, currently on display at the Australian War Memorial. Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer the Hon Mr Steven Ciobo said the coin is a fitting way to…
Obama most admired public figure in 2013
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According to recent research released by Roy Morgan US President Barack Obama was named by 12.7% of Australians aged 14+ as one of the public figures they most admire in 2013. In fact, of the five people whose names came up most often, only two were Australian: former Prime Ministers Julia Gillard (12.3%) and John…
BOM creates mobile-friendly weather website
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The Bureau of Meteorology has redesigned its website for smartphone users, making it quicker and easier for people to access Australia’s official weather forecasts using their mobile device. “The Bureau is releasing a preview of the mobile website today for public testing and feedback, before formally releasing the site,” said Senator Simon Birmingham, Parliamentary Secretary…
ACCC says be aware of winter product safety
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The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is encouraging consumers to check the Recalls Australia website or download the Recalls Australia app so they can warm up safely this winter. “Of particular concern is the low return rate of recalled electric blankets. Over 400,000 unsafe electric blankets recalled since 2010, many due to the risk of…
Australia Post Fleet Trials going Green
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In an Australian-first, Renault’s 100 percent electric-powered delivery vans will shortly join Australia Post’s fleet in Melbourne and Sydney. The Renault Kangoo Maxi Z.E. (Zero Emission) electric van, currently not sold in Australia, is widely used across Europe and the United Kingdom and will be used exclusively by Australia Post from mid-2014 for a 12…
X-Men: Days of Future Past
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Director Bryan Singer Starring Patrick Stewart, Ian McKellen, Hugh Jackman, Michael Fassbender, James McAvoy & Jennifer Lawrence Rated M Score 4.5/6 The X-Men send Wolverine to the past in a desperate effort to change history and prevent an event that results in doom for both humans and mutants. Ok I’ve been planning to watch this…
I am Soldier
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Director Ronnie Thompson Staring Duncan Casey, Lee Charles, Noel Clarke Rated MA Score 2.5/6 I Am Soldier follows Mickey taking on the most dangerous military training known to man: SAS selection. The Special Air Service is the UK’s most renowned Special Forces regiment, tasked with missions in some of the most dangerous and hostile locations…
The Forger
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Director Lawrence Roeck Staring Lauren Bacall, Josh Hutcherson, Alfred Molina Rated PG Score 3/6 Joshua, troubled and homeless at 15 lives from hand to mouth. When he arrives at Carmel by the Sea, a small town in California known for its local art community his prodigious art skill is discovered. As his talent flourishes, Joshua…
Jack Irish: Dead Point
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Director Jeffrey Walker Staring Guy Pearce, Marta Dusseldorp, Aaron Pedersen Rated MA Score 3.5/6 When a high profile judge commissions Jack Irish to locate a mysterious red book, Jack is thrown into a world of sexy club owners, drug dealers and unhinged killers. I’m not familiar with the Peter Temple Jack Irish novels though I…