Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury has recently announced that Over 1,500 tonnes of e-waste was recycled in 2013. “From 1 January to 31 December 2013, the Canberra community handed over 1,539 tonnes of televisions and computers for recycling to the Mitchell and Mugga Lane Transfer Stations,” Mr Rattenbury said. Mr Rattenburry explained…
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Belconnen ‘Red Bridge’ begins new life across Molonglo River
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Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury has announced that the former ‘red bridge’ of Belconnen has been given a new coat of paint and a new lease on life and is now open to the public across the Molonglo River. “The new Molonglo Reach pedestrian bridge, now painted grey, provides convenient and safe…
Countdown to the Asian Cup 2015 Begins
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Acting Premier Peter Ryan today joined Federal Minister for Sports Peter Dutton, Socceroos Coach Ange Postecoglou, the AFC Asian Cup Local Organising Committee CEO Michael Brown, Socceroos captain Lucas Neill to announce the countdown to the Asian Cup 2015. “This time next year, 32 matches featuring 16 teams from the Asian region, including the Socceroos,…
The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug
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Director Peter Jackson Staring Ian McKellen, Martin Freeman, Richard Armitage Rated M Score 5/6 The dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is in possession of a mysterious and magical ring. It’s funny to think that Peter Jackson, the man who…
Walking With Dinosaurs 3D
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Directed by Barry Cook & Neil Nightingale Staring Charlie Rowe, Karl Urban & Angourie Rice Rated PG Score 6/6 By Guest Cinematic Reporter Liam See and feel what it was like when dinosaurs ruled the Earth, in a story where an underdog dino triumphs to become a hero for the ages. I went to see…
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty
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Director Ben Stiller Staring Ben Stiller, Kristen Wiig, Jon Daly Rated PG Score 5.5/6 A day-dreamer escapes his anonymous life by disappearing into a world of fantasies filled with heroism, romance and action. When his job along with that of his co-worker are threatened, he takes action in the real world embarking on a global…
Vic Gov. Abolishes Rego Stickers
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From 1 January 2014 the Victorian Government has abolished rego stickers have been abolished for all light vehicles bringing Victoria into line most other Australian States. “While all motorists benefit from the time saving of not having to peel off and replace stickers each year, there will be significant cost reductions to businesses which operate…
Jobs
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Director Joshua Michael Stern Staring Ashton Kutcher, Dermot Mulroney, Josh Gad Rated M Score 3/6 The story of Steve Jobs’ ascension from college dropout into one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of the 20th century. I’m conflicted about this one, I maybe a film geek instead of a computer nerd so I am not…
‘father of modern computing’ Dr Alan Turing Receives Pardon
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Dr Alan Turing has recently been given a posthumous pardon under the Royal Prerogative of Mercy by the Queen after receiving a request from Justice Secretary Chris Grayling. There has been a long campaign to clear Dr Turing’s name, including a well-supported e-petition and Private Member’s Bill along with support from leading scientists such as…
Something to consider in 2014
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With only 6 days until the end of 2013 and the recent publication of Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Measures of Australia’s Progress 2013 Publication, there are a few things to take into consideration if you going to get the best out of your 2014. “Our latest Measures of Australia’s Progress (MAP) publication tells you what’s…