The Avatar films are pop culture juggernauts that draw millions of fans and billions of dollars. Even with the second film in the franchise arriving more than a decade after the first was released, it eclipsed $2.3 billion at the worldwide box office, placing both films in the top three highest-grossing movies of all time. […]
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Millions of under 16s social media accounts closed since ban came into effect
More than 4.7 million social media accounts of Australians under 16 years of age were deactivated, removed or restricted within days of the ban coming into effect on 10 December. Tech companies are complying with the minimum age laws, albeit begrudgingly in some cases and the Federal Government is claiming it as a “huge success”. […]
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Things to do in the regions this week (16 – 22 January)
Whether you’re in the mood for live music, blues festivals, family-friendly performances, magic shows or stand-up comedy, there’s something on in the regions for you this week. Thredbo celebrates summer with its 31st annual Blues Festival, bringing musicians together from all across the country for a three-day live music extravaganza. The festival will also feature […]
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Man under police guard after alleged vehicle ramming on highway, police chase
A man is under police guard after allegedly ramming vehicles on a South Coast highway. A NSW Police spokesperson said they began to receive triple zero calls at about 6:30 am yesterday (Thursday 15 January) claiming an unregistered SUV was being driven dangerously northbound along the Princes Highway towards Ulladulla. While police were responding, a […]
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Plenty of balls in the air for Canberra sport amid campaigns for A-League, NBL, Big Bash, and a new stadium
The quest for a major financial backer for an A-League licence in Canberra continues to be a source of ongoing speculation. Canberra has been identified as a preferred location for an A-League team but supposed deadlines appear to come and go. The sticking point is locking in a financial backer willing to stump up the […]
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Blues in the High Country: Thredbo’s summer tradition continues
The summer heat in the Snowy Mountains isn’t just about alpine sunshine and chairlift rides this weekend – it’s about the blues. From today (Friday 16 January) to Sunday 18 January, the village of Thredbo will once again transform into a three-day celebration of roots, rhythm and raw musical expression as it hosts the 31st […]
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New $2.8 million childcare centre, tree removal proposed for Bega street
If the proposal is approved, a new childcare centre could be coming to a central Bega street. Plans have been lodged with Bega Valley Shire Council for a new childcare centre on Gipps Street. Documents lodged with the development application (DA) state the facility would feature 67 childcare spaces. There would be up to 12 […]
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From Gundagai to the nation: Mick Veitch takes the helm at AgriFutures
Mick Veitch stepped into the role of chairman of AgriFutures Australia this week, bringing with him a lifetime of ties to rural Australia – from his upbringing on a Gundagai family farm to decades of leadership in community, politics and regional affairs. Educated at Adelong Central School and Tumut High School, Mr Veitch went on […]
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Giant mural draws attention to one of Yass’s favourite creative sons
Yass Valley artist Kim Nelson was larger than life so it made the best sense that when his community wanted to honour him they did so in the form of a giant public mural on a wall in the main street of town. The mural, measuring about 6 metres long by 4.5 metres high, is […]
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Julio Iglesias calls abuse allegations ‘absolutely false’
Spain's veteran singer and cultural icon Julio Iglesias has rejected allegations of abuse lodged against him by two female ex-employees.
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