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We’ll remember them Australians of all backgrounds and ages commemorate ANZAC Day CHRIS CONNOLLY

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Art Month p.11

New Winged Victory Expressions of interest sought p.8

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NZAC Day is not only still a significant day for Australians but becoming more significant according to Lloyd Birdsall and Ken McIntyre from Canterbury Hurlstone Park RSL sub-branch. Mr Birdsall who is a past president of the subbranch said he was impressed with the number of people from non-English speaking backgrounds who attend ANZAC Day events. As someone who spent time on the Kokoda Track fighting the Japanese in World War II, Mr Birdsall thinks it’s good that ANZAC Day is relevant to all Australians regardless of background. “I turned 18 in January 1942, just a month after the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbour,” he said. “Two weeks later I found myself in the army. They needed everyone they could get because most of our troops were in the Middle East.” As an apprentice electrician, they made him a signalman and by July 1942 he was in Port Moresby as part of an artillery unit in the 14th Field Regiment. Mr McIntyre is secretary of the sub-branch and says he has noticed a lot more of the younger generation getting behind ANZAC Day. “All the schools in the area want someone from the sub-branch to go out and talk to the students about ANZAC Day,” Mr McIntyre said. He spent 20 years in the navy, starting as a 16-year-old junior recruit. He was on HMAS Derwent’s first tour of duty when it went to the Malaysian-Indonesian confrontation in 1964.

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We’ve had a couple of intriguing mysteries this year. First, we had the mystery of the missing plane. Then we had the curious case of the Premier’s wine. If you took the latter to a movie studio, they would have rejected you instantly because the plot was completely implausible. The Premier forgot he received a gift and that led to his downfall. No-one’s going to fall for a lame plot device like that. That’s what makes the case so intriguing. There is no explanation for what happened that actually makes sense. Let’s start with the facts: March 26, 2011, the Liberal Party records a crushing victory in the state election and Barry O’Farrell becomes the 43rd Premier of New South Wales. On April 20, 2011, Nick Di Girolamo, a businessman who has also been described as a “Liberal Party fundraiser” sends Mr O’Farrell a bottle of Grange Hermitage wine reputed to be worth around $3,000. There is nothing overtly improper about this. If Mr O’Farrell knew that Mr Di Girolamo would be doing business with the Government, it probably would have been wise for him to politely return the gift to avoid any potential conflict of interest. If he was comfortable accepting the gift, he should have declared it on his statements of interest so that if a potential conflict of interest arose in the future, the donation would be out in the open and all parties would be aware of it. Mr O’Farrell knew this was the rule. His testimony to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) made it clear he knew it was the rule. However, failure to declare such a gift does happen from time to time. Many politicians from both sides of politics, state and federal, have had such lapses over the years. As soon as they realise, they amend their declaration and, apart from some momentary embarrassment, the matter rarely goes further than that. Skip forward three years and on March 17, 2014, ICAC begins a public inquiry into alleged corruption involving public officials and persons with an interest in Australian Water Holdings Pty Ltd. On April 14, 2014, Counsel assisting ICAC Geoffrey Watson SC announces he wishes to call Mr

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O’Farrell as a witness to the inquiry the following morning. He then spends the rest of the day grilling Nick Di Girolamo, who was a director of Australian Water Holdings, about his efforts to seek influence within the Government. On the morning of April 15, 2014, Nick Di Girolamo is asked if he ever gave any gifts to the Premier and he mentions the bottle of Grange (which was actually paid for by Australian Water Holdings). Later that afternoon, Mr O’Farrell is asked about the gift and denies categorically ever receiving it. The following day on April 16, 2014, Nick Di Girolamo returns to ICAC and produces a note from Mr O’Farrell thanking him for the gift. Mr O’Farrell immediately announces he will step down as Premier and returns to ICAC to apologise for having misled it. The most likely explanation is Mr O’Farrell genuinely forgot about the gift. If it had turned up at his office, he would have asked a staffer to do the paperwork, to put it on his declaration statement, but the wine turned up at his home and, by the next day, other events overtook him and he forgot to mention it. That is certainly plausible. But it was odd that just three years later he should so adamantly deny ever receiving the gift. And the note he sent to Mr Di Girolamo thanking him for the gift implied he hadn’t been distracted when receiving the gift and he was completely aware of what it was and who it was from. Under oath, you would have thought there might be some doubt. But the idea he was deliberately trying to conceal the gift makes no sense either. If he was concerned at the time that having such a gift would look bad on his declaration, you would think he would return it and explain that to Mr Di Girolamo. If, for some reason, he decided to keep it but not declare it, you would think he would have been less emphatic in the ICAC inquiry. Surely, he would want to leave a door ajar so if evidence appeared to contradict him, he could claim it was an oversight? The ICAC inquiry into alleged corruption within Australian Water Holdings will continue and will doubtless claim more scalps along the way but there almost certainly won’t be any bigger than this. And for what? A bottle of wine. It doesn’t make sense.

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Campaign to save pedestrians

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Council provides visual reminder that crossing roads can be dangerous CHRIS CONNOLLY

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News in numbers NSW Police are urging all motorists to ‘Go Slow’ and remain patient on the state’s roads ahead of the Anzac Day long weekend and end of school holidays. Last year during the Anzac Day holiday

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crashes period, five people died on NSW roads, while 263 people were injured in 741 major crashes. Operation ‘Go Slow,’ which started at

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He said many cases appeared to involve tradesmen, however there were also non-professionals attempting work in the home who were out of their depth. Locally, a 48-year-old man was shocked by a generator in St Peters in March.

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More than 120 cases of electric shock including two fatalities in the past three months have prompted a warning from NSW Ambulance to be careful when using electrical appliances, particularly around the home. Figures show that, since January 1, NSW Ambulance paramedics responded to at least 123 calls for electric shock or electrocution. NSW Ambulance Inspector Giles Buchanan said danger commonly lurked about the home, with most incidents treated by paramedics involving shocks from faulty appliances and power cords. “We’ve had people who have received jolts from their fridge, toaster, micro-

12.01am on Thursday, April 24, continues until 11.59pm on Sunday, April 27, includes double demerits for speeding, seatbelt, and motorcycle-helmet offences. Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner John Hartley, said the message was clear: drivers need to be well prepared and remain patient in traffic. “Motorists need to plan their journey, ensuring they leave plenty of travel time to get to their destination, and take adequate rest breaks,” he said. “There will be a large number of people on our major highways returning home from holidays, so we are urging drivers to use caution and remain patient in traffic.”

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arrickville Council has launched a pedestrian awareness program aimed at reducing the number of pedestrians injured in the local area. The five worst roads in the Marrickville local government area for pedestrian crashes are the Princes Highway, New Canterbury Road, Great Western Highway, Stanmore Road and Marrickville Road. Posters are being displayed at bus shelters in various locations along these roads, and promotional business cards will also be distributed throughout commercial areas to raise awareness of pedestrian safety. The posters draw attention to statistics in the immediate area. For example, the poster at Marrickville Town Hall bus stop reads, “Between 2008 and 2012, 16 pedestrians were injured within 250 metres of this intersection”. The posters also use easily recognisable safety messages such as ‘Watch Out Cars About’. Over the five year period of 2008 to 2012, three pedestrians were killed and 253 were injured in the Marrickville area. That’s an average of 51 people injured or killed each year.

Marrickville Mayor Jo Haylen said two out of five pedestrians injured or killed in the Marrickville local area are aged over 40 which fits in with other research showing that older pedestrians are particularly vulnerable road users. “The population of Marrickville is getting older. By 2022 it’s expected that about 13 per cent of our population will be over 65 years of age,” Mayor Haylen said. “One of Council’s aims is to improve safety for older people. So I really welcome this campaign to improve pedestrian awareness.” She said Marrickville Council is encouraging all pedestrians to take care when crossing roads and extra care when crossing at the locations identified as trouble spots. NSW Police suggests there are a number of things pedestrians should remember when crossing the road, in particular: • Obey signals at crossings at all times, even if there appears to be no traffic; • Always cross at a pedestrian crossing if one is available; • Never assume a driver has seen you or intends to stop; • Never cross a road while using headphones or mobile phones; • Always hold the hands of children when crossing the road.

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Govt “crazy” not to renew program funding CHRIS CONNOLLY

n organisation that helps young people at risk of dropping out of school is concerned that its main funding program is about to be cut by the Federal Government. Sydney Business Education Partnerships (BEP) believes the School Business Community Partnership Brokers program will be left out of the 2014 Federal Budget. They cite Parliamentary Secretary for Education Scott Ryan as the source of this information although Senator Ryan refused to confirm or deny any funding changes. “Under the previous Labor Government there was no funding for Partnership Brokers beyond the end of 2014,” Senator Ryan said. “No budget was provided for the program to continue beyond the end of this year. Any future funding is the subject of considerations as part of the 2014 Federal Budget process.” Sydney BEP Executive Officer Gerry Ferreter said they have heard the program will be cancelled and nothing will replace it forcing their organisation to close down. “This program is a vital service to young people and local communities,” Mr Ferreter said.

“Why would you discontinue funding a program that supports students who are in danger of disengaging or have disengaged from education or have difficulty in that transition from school to work?” Mr Ferreter said their charter is to engage with community groups, business and industry, and parents and guardians to find ways to keep people at school to improve their job prospects. He pointed to a couple of programs they are involved in, in the Marrickville area. “The first called Cyber Seniors involved Marrickville Council and three local schools,” Mr Ferreter said. “It connects aged people who are interested in becoming more computer literate with young people who can help them. “Imagine a young person coming to you for a job interview and you saw they’d been involved in a community program like that. It would lift them above the pack.” The other program is called ‘F1 in Schools’ where students are encouraged to design racing cars out of every-day materials then race them. He said this helps them understand how subjects such as science, technology and maths can be put to practical use. “How crazy is it to slash funding to a program that saves money for Government in the longer term,” he said.

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CBD LOCKOUT

Council to monitor impacts Concerns raised about spill-over of violence from CBD lockouts

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oncerns that the NSW Government’s controversial CBD lockout laws might see alcohol fuelled violence spread to Newtown and Enmore were presented at Marrickville Council last week. Council passed a motion on alcohol management in its entertainment precincts, which committed Council to better managing the impacts of licensed venues on local residents, and assessing the impact of the CBD lockouts on the local area. Richard Adamson from the Newtown Business Precinct Association said the Association supports Council’s motion. “We’ve been working with local licensees and the police to make sure we respond appropriately to any changes in activity,” Mr Adamson said. “Overall, the licensees are responding well. They’re not large venues and the patrons are there mainly for food or entertainment.” Cr Sylvie Ellsmore said Newtown and Enmore have a diverse range of entertainment venues, and a strong community committed to ensuring that Newtown remains inclusive and distinct.

“Live music venues, local small bars, restaurants and cafes that serve alcohol and local theatres are all part of what contributes to a generally safe, positive drinking culture in Newtown and Enmore,” Cr Ellsmore said. “Marrickville Council has approved an increased number of licensed venues with extended late night hours in recent years. Over the same period we have seen a reduction in the rate of alcohol related crime.” However, she said there were still issues that needed to be monitored, including complaints by an increasing number of residents about rubbish and noise from patrons leaving late at night. “These issues can, and should, be addressed by Council through additional monitoring and an early, cooperative approach to possible disputes between licensed venues and residents. It’s about acting early and getting the balance right,” Cr Ellsmore said. “It is also essential that we ensure that recent legislative changes by the State Liberal Government for the CBD do not threaten the positive street culture we have in Newtown and Enmore. “The lockouts in the CBD do not extend to Newtown, but have seen an increase in the number of people visiting on Friday

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and Saturday nights, and a number of changes in the approach by the police to licensed venues. The Greens support community control over issues like alco-

hol management. Newtown and Enmore residents clearly love their local venues, and want to see Council both protect their amenity and keep them safe.”

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Police are investigating the attempted armed robbery of a hotel in Marrickville earlier this week. About 10.50pm on Monday, a man armed with a handgun approached the hotel on Illawarra Road. He was unable to gain access to the hotel and ran towards the doors of the bottle shop, where he attempted to kick the door in. The man was last seen running out of the premises and south along Illawarra Road. No shots were fired and no one was injured during the incident. The scene was examined by forensic officers and a search of the area was also conducted with the assistance of the Dog Unit, however, the man was not located. Call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 if you have any information.

Police have arrested a man after a woman was stabbed at Camperdown last Sunday. Emergency services responded to reports of an injured woman at the intersection of Pyrmont Bridge Road and Parramatta Road about 11am on Sunday, April 20. Police were told the 21-year-old woman and her boyfriend were at this location when they were approached by a man not known to them. After a conversation, the man allegedly stabbed the woman in the top of her right shoulder with a pocket knife. Officers arrested a 41-year-old man at the scene and took him to Newtown Police Station, where he is assisting police with their inquiries. The woman was taken to Royal Prince Alfred Hospital for treatment.

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A man has been charged following a police investigation into obscene exposure reports at Dulwich Hill earlier this year. Police from Marrickville Local Area Command had been investigating a report that about 10am on Wednesday, January 29, a woman was walking near the intersection of The Parade and Myra Road, Dulwich Hill, when a man walked past her and allegedly committed an act of indecency. Detectives made a public appeal and last week a 41-year-old man was arrested at Marrickville Police Station. The Dulwich Hill man has now been charged with two counts of wilful and obscene exposure.

An off-duty police officer has been charged with low-range drink-driving. About 8.15am last Sunday, April 20, officers attached to Leichhardt Local Area Command stopped a vehicle on the Princes Highway, Tempe, for the purpose of a random breath test. The driver, an off-duty constable, was arrested after allegedly returning a positive result. He was taken to Newtown Police Station where a breath analysis returned an alleged reading of 0.070. The officer, attached to the Central Metropolitan Region, was issued a field court attendance notice for the offence of low-range PCA.

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COUNCIL

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he Winged Victory statue that used to stand outside Marrickville Town Hall is to be given to the Australian War Memorial in Canberra and Marrickville Council is calling for Expressions of Interest to create and install a new cast bronze interpretation of the statue. The original statue was created by Marrickville sculptor Gilbert Doble in 1919 as a memorial to the 457 local soldiers who died during World War I. The figure of Nike, the winged goddess of victory, holds a laurel wreath of peace in one hand and a raised sword in the other. It is the largest known bronze casting memorial in Australia, standing at over four metres tall. In 1962, the statue was removed for repairs but wasn’t returned to its position outside Marrickville Town Hall until 1988 as part of Council’s Bicentennial Program. In September 2008, concerns were raised over the general condition of the Winged Victory after significant cracks were noticed in the sculpture and it was removed again to minimise public risk. Council then engaged a specialist conservator who found that major restoration work was required if the sculpture is

to be returned to a public place and there was no place in the local government area where it could be reinstated in its whole form due to its size, structural issues and the risk to public safety. Earlier this year, Council resolved that the original Winged Victory Statue be decommissioned and that an artist be commissioned to create and install a new bronze statue in the form and spirit of the original. Marrickville Mayor Jo Haylen said Council recognises that the Winged Victory statue is a much loved local icon. “Residents have told me how much they have missed the statue from its rightful position outside Marrickville Town Hall,” Mayor Haylen said. “We are determined that the new statue respects and pays homage to the original. The interpretation plan is the best way forward to honour Marrickville’s history.” Mayor Haylen said she also felt great pride that the original statue would be restored and become a centrepiece of the War Memorial in Canberra. Council will hold a public information session to update residents on the future of the statue. This will be held on Thursday, May 1 from 6pm to 7pm in the Function Room, Level 3, Council Administration Centre, 2-14 Fisher Street, Petersham.

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ocal small businesses can take advantage of high quality business assistance with the visit of the Small Biz Bus to Marrickville next month. The Bus is funded by the NSW Government and staffed by experienced business advisors, who work year round for the Small Biz Connect program, which has a network of advisors throughout the State. Small Biz Connect Director Wayne Gates said all types of businesses go to see advisors at the Small Biz Bus. “They include those in retail, hospitality and trades, but really they cover every sector there is. Some people have shopfronts, but many are home-based businesses,” Mr Gates said. “A large number of small business operators who come to the Bus are just starting out. There are also people who are potential small business owners wanting information about how to set up a business, how much it will cost them and what the legal requirements are.” He said the local business advisors offer general business advice on a range of topics including business planning, finance, cash flow, marketing, sales, human resources,

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Creative talents encouraged Students celebrate Art Month; graduate selected for Art Express exhibition CHRIS CONNOLLY

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ulwich High School of Visual Art and Design recently hosted 380 primary students in intensive, two hour Visual Arts and Design lessons as part of Art Month. The students from Years 4 and 5 at Marrickville West Public School and Ashbury Public School had lessons in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, graphic design, ceramics, assemblage and collage. Primary Art Month coordinator Carl Noonan said it was always great to see the enthusiasm that the students have and the pride that they show in their artwork. “Students at both ends of the age spectrum really enjoy seeing the work produced and it’s great to see groups of students from different years discussing the work of younger and older students,” Mr Noonan said. “Parents of the primary students can also get an idea about the opportunities the school offers, including those for students interested in visual arts and design.” Work produced in the classes by both the secondary and primary school students will be exhibited on May 7 at the Art Month exhibition at the high school.

Dulwich High is NSW’s only specialist Visual Arts and Design high school. One of the school’s 2013 graduates Jason (Yi Shun) Tang has had his work selected for the annual Art Express showcase at the Australian Catholic University’s McGlade Art Gallery in Strathfield. The exhibition, which runs from April 30 to May 24, showcases the best works of art completed by students from government and non-government schools across NSW as part of last year’s HSC. Mr Tang describes his painting entitled ‘Contagion’ as a metaphor for his observations of the astronomic and microscopic world. “This work displays the domino effect of celestial wonders,” Mr Tang said. “One thing leads to another, provoked by the human experience of emotions such as fear, anxiety and pleasure. “From my personal experience, I find great difficulty in understanding the purpose of my existence.” Art Express is a joint venture of the Board of Studies, Teaching and Education Standards NSW (BOSTES) and the NSW Department of Education and Communities, and is managed by the Department's Arts Unit. More information can be found at: www. artsunit.nsw.edu.au.

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STATE POLITICS

Baird makes changes to State portfolios

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he shock resignation of former Premier Barry O’Farrell has given his successor, Mike Baird the opportunity to refresh the State Government cabinet ahead of the 2015 State Election. On Tuesday Premier Baird announced a host of changes to cabinet, including five fresh faces and a number of outgoing senior ministers too. Significant changes in the new cabinet include the appointments of Andrew Constance as Treasurer, Pru Goward as Minister for Planning, Brad Hazzard as Attorney General and Gabrielle Upton as Minister for Family and Community Services. Those welcomed to cabinet are Pittwater MP Rob Stokes, Dubbo MP Troy Grant, Castle Hill MP Dominic Perrottet, Bathurst MP Paul Toole and Wollondilly MP Jai Rowell. Mr Baird paid tribute to the contributions of the outgoing ministers from the Liberal Party, Greg Smith (former Attorney General) and Robyn Parker (former Environment Minister). “Greg and Robyn have both made very significant contributions in their portfolios and can both be very proud of their

contribution to the community,” Mr Baird said. Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner also gave his thanks to outgoing ministers from the National Party. “I would like to pay credit to outgoing Ministers George Souris and Don Page, who together have more than 50 years of parliamentary experience, for their immense contribution to the NSW Government over the past three years,” he said. Mr Baird said that with the cabinet announced, it is now back to business. “This team will build on the outstanding achievements of the past three years and accelerate the delivery of vital new infrastructure and improved services, which is what the community expects. “But more needs to be done, and this is the team to deliver it, with the right mixture of new energy and proven experience.” But the shuffle has not been welcomed by the Opposition. “This reshuffle has nothing to do with rejuvenation,” said Opposition Leader, John Robertson. “Just eight weeks out from the NSW budget we now have a rookie Treasurer and Finance Minister. The last thing NSW needs is a Treasurer and Finance Minister on their L-plates.”

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While the vast majority of Australians will tell you they’ve an aversion to the concept of tipping good service, a survey just undertaken by credit giant MasterCard has found that 46 per cent of us claim that we are, in fact, regular tippers. MasterCard surveyed 7,932 people aged between 18 and 64 years across 14 countries in Asia and the Pacific, and found the worst tippers to be the Japanese – just 4 per cent saying they leave a tip. At the other end of the scale, 84 per cent of Thais said they always left a tip for a good waiter or waitress, 78 per cent

of Indians and 73 per cent of Filipinos. With 46 per cent of Australians saying they leave a tip, we’re well in front of our New Zealand cousins – over there, just 12 per cent tip regularly, while in Myanmar 42 per cent do so, 33 per cent in Indonesia, 31 per cent in Malaysia, 20 per cent in both Singapore and Vietnam, 10 per cent in South Korea and 12 per cent in Taiwan. And overall those aged over 45 were generally quicker to offer a tip than those between 18 and 29. And men appear more generous, more regularly opening the wallet than women.

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arrickville Council has been recognised at the Local Government Professionals Australia NSW awards for its ‘Cyber Seniors’ program. Cyber Seniors is an intergenerational partnership project where seniors work with school student volunteers one on one to learn IT skills that meet their needs. The program is run jointly between the Council, Sydney Business Education Partnerships and local schools such as Marrickville High School and Tempe High School. The student volunteers provide computer tuition to the seniors after school including email, web browsing, uploading photos as well as Google, Facebook, Twitter and Skype. The students get credits for the Duke of Edinburgh Award while the seniors can use the skills they learn to stay connected with their friends, family and community. The Awards acknowledge Councils that demonstrate “excellence and innovation” and Marrickville Council took out the ‘Leadership Excellence in Age-friendly Communities’ category for Cyber Seniors. Marrickville Mayor Jo Haylen congratu-

Marrickville Council staff accepting the award: Caroline McLeod, Lyn Frankovich, Simone Schwarz and Brian Barrett lated the Council staff who developed Cyber Seniors on the award, in particular Lyn Frankovich, Council’s Strategic Community Projects Officer – Ageing. “Cyber Seniors is such a terrific program,” Mayor Haylen said. “It ticks a lot of boxes – teaching seniors how to stay connected with friends, family

and community using social media. Social connectedness is a great indicator of good health and well-being. And the program brings together young and old generations who often say they struggle to talk to each other, or understand each other. Well, now they’re learning from each other, and gaining awareness and appreciation.”

Mayor Haylen said older Australians are embracing new communication and social media at an increasing rate but it’s important to ensure others are not left behind. “It’s important that Council responds with services, social support programs, and seniors’ activities,” she said.

Arts grants available NSW’s arts and cultural organisations are being encouraged to apply for funding in 2015 under the new Arts and Cultural Development Program. The Arts and Cultural Development Program is being introduced for the 2014-15 financial year, replacing the previous Arts Funding Program, following a review in 2013. “There will be a renewed focus on quality, reach and the health of the sector to make sure Government funding delivers programs and projects with the greatest impact and value for the people of NSW,

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wherever they live,” Minister for the Arts George Souris said last week. “We’ve streamlined the application process and opened up the opportunity for arts organisations to progress from project to program funding and multiyear funding, depending on their capacity to achieve sustained success.” Arts NSW will hold a series of nine information sessions about the Arts and Cultural Development Program throughout the state including one at Carriageworks, Eveleigh on Tuesday, April 29 from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

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After being built during the Spanish property bubble, owners of Ciudad Central are desperate to sell the ghost town airport DAVE ELLIS

f you think Qantas has problems, consider a whopping international airport in Spain that cost almost the equivalent of AU$1.7 billion to build in 2008, and although able to handle a mind-boggling 10 million passengers a year, hasn’t seen a single plane or passenger for over two years. And when it recently went up for auction with a starting price of just $170 million – a mere 10 per cent of its original cost – the modern, pristine but idle airport did not attract a single bid. Now the receivers are thinking of lowering the reserve to just AU$136 million… and if they don’t get that, they’ve indicated they’ll maybe even think about no reserve at all – proving, that indeed, desperate men do desperate things. The bizarre case of the Ciudad Central Airport in the city of Ciudad Real, about 200km south of Madrid, began during Spain’s property bubble whose origins were in the late 1990s, a time when developers were throwing money at anything they thought people would have a use for, and which imploded dramatically in 2008 – just as the airport opened.

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Forlorn sight from outside, but inside the airport terminal remains in pristine condition. Photo: FlickR

Ciudad Central had been seen as a hub for millions of holidaymakers who would fly in from around Europe and Britain, taking the high-speed AVE train from a station right at the airport to Spain’s capital Madrid and archaeologically fascinating Cordoba (each about 50 minutes away) and to Seville and Malaga a further hour or so by the AVE. But the proposed AVE station – that would have been the first-ever high-speed rail station at a Spanish airport – never eventuated. The bottom fell out of both the property market and the Spanish economy, and rather than flying in by their millions, tourists and other travellers stayed away. The first passengers had flown into Ciudad in December 2008 on low-cost and charter flights, but major airlines showed no interest. Eventually 18 months after opening, Ireland’s budget airline Ryanair ventured in and Air Berlin also flew in for several months. On October 29, 2011 Spanish low-cost service Vueling spelled the final death of Ciudad Real Central when it flew its – and thus the airport’s – last service there. After staying open to handle a scattering of private aircraft movements, Ciudad officially closed in April 2012.

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AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

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It’s time for your yearly stocktake on where you are going financially. Are you a spendthrift? With the New Moon in your cash zone, you’re in the mood for a spontaneous spending spree. But remember, slow and steady wins the money race. You’re feeling fabulously flirtatious on Saturday as Venus vamps into your sign. Single Rams – an old romance could be rekindled.

TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

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LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Librans are incredibly creative creatures, but sometimes you are too easily side-tracked on the road to success. The New Moon in Taurus encourages you to be more practical, as you turn your abstract dreams into concrete reality. With your ruler Venus shifting into your relationship zone on Saturday, the more positive energy you put into partnerships, the happier you’ll be.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Tuesday’s New Moon encourages you to indulge in some daydreaming, as you conjure up novel ways to be creative at home and work. Your intuition is firing so make sure you use it. Saturn pushes you to work hard on the weekend, as you complete unfinished jobs. Keep your eyes and ears open, you’ll pick up plenty of information.

Speedy Sagittarius, don’t promise more than you can deliver, especially when it comes to work projects. Try to get the ratio right between being enthusiastic and being realistic. Tuesday’s New Moon revs up your enthusiasm for a new sport or exercise routine that you can share with your friends.

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

It is tipped as one of the best products in natural skincare; a ‘miracle’ treatment for problem skin; a quick, natural way to remove makeup and as if it isn’t already amazing enough, it boasts a long list of health benefits too. Coconut oil has been a craze circulating health, fitness and organic groups for a couple of years now and is used in the daily routine of many. A quick Google search will find reviews from men and women who are “never turning back”, describing the oil as “life changing” and “perfect” but I am calling it; coconut oil just isn’t that good – at least, not for me. I already had a skincare routine, albeit a simple one, that I loved and that worked perfectly for my skin, but in a sudden urge to buy healthy and organic products – a phase that didn’t last long – I turned to coconut oil. I began using it first as a makeup remover, applying it to my face and then wiping off with cotton wool to remove the oil and makeup. It worked amazingly well! As someone who is often sceptical of theses fads and phases, especially ones that are organic or natural, I was pleasantly surprised. Every scrap of makeup, even my waterproof makeup, came off my face with ease and although my skin felt a little oily afterward it was incredibly soft. Rather than take off all the oil, I splashed my face with water and left it on overnight as a moisturiser. In the morning, my face wasn’t oily at all – I was very impressed. Because I was so impressed with coconut oil, I kept up the same routine for the rest of the week. By the time Friday rolled around, I was sporting a handful of pesky spots and I had very dry skin around my nose, which is uncharacteristic for me. Despite wanting to admit defeat and give up right there and then, I kept the routine up for another fortnight and watched as my skin got progressively worse. I have since switched back to my old routine and the pimples, which have been very, very stubborn and have remained in the same spots since I first tried coconut oil, are now starting to fade and my skin is gradually getting back to normal.

Aim to get the balance right between work and leisure, as Tuesday’s New Moon freshens up your fun zone. You could also initiate a relationship renaissance with a child, teenager or lover. Saturday’s Mercury/Saturn opposition increases your serious side, and your tendency to worry. Calm down Capricorn!

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coconut oil is the latest fad but I hold my doubts about it

Long-distance travel is likely over the next 12 months, as the New Moon activates your adventure zone, so start planning your itinerary now! On Wednesday education, research, gardening and DIY projects are favoured. Explain yourself carefully on Saturday, otherwise others will take your comments as unfair criticism.

GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

An old friendship is being tested so think twice before you say something that’s controversial. A new friend inspires you to take a confident step forward. No side-stepping Crabs! Venus shifts into your career zone from May 3-29 so it’s a terrific time to apply for a job; spruce up your work space; or improve communication.

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VIRGO AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

The New Moon helps you view relationships from a fresh perspective. Are there bad habits you can banish, old grudges you can release, or outdated beliefs you can surrender? Sunday’s super Sun/Pluto trine boosts your spirits. As Audrey Hepburn said: “I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I believe in miracles.”

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Star predictions for the week beginning April 27

It’s the best week of the year to update your appearance, plus revise your plans for the future. With the New Moon giving you a confidence boost, Bulls are ready for anything! Don’t let others hurry you. As Glenn Ford said “If they try to rush me I tell them I’ve only got one other speed, and that’s slower.”

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The air is electric with career opportunities for hungry Lions. The question is – are you hungry enough? With the New Moon lighting up your professional zone, now is the time to work out a strategy and then pounce! Sunday is your pick of the week as Pluto boosts your Cat charisma and powerful personality.

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Neptune and the New Moon urge you to find fresh ways to connect with those around you, whether at home, at work or within your local community. Sunday’s flowing Moon/Neptune/Jupiter aspects magnify your artistic and compassionate nature, and encourage you to share creative projects with children and friends.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Home is where the heart is this week as you solve a domestic problem, patch up a disagreement with a relative or start to see a family member in a fascinating new light. Perhaps it’s time to let go of old grudges Aquarius, as you build bridges with loved ones and let bygones be bygones? May is a great time to buy a new car or computer.

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A warning for all small dog breed owners

There’s no secret, just keep it simple!

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There are many causes of HGE such as stress, viruses and giardia

In the last few weeks my clinic has seen an outbreak of a disease called haemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) presenting to us. It’s a high stress time at the moment with families coming and going on holidays and pets being thrown out of their regular routine and as stress can contribute to HGE, this is a possible explanation for the occurrence of the disease. So here is what you need to know about it. What is HGE? A relatively common occurrence in smaller breed dogs, HGE starts off as loose faeces that progresses to have more and more blood in it. Left untreated, the lining of the bowel can detach from deeper layers causing massive internal bleeding and death. Often the process can take only a couple of hours and so prompt treatment is

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required. Causes: Food intolerances, stress, infectious agents like bacteria, viruses and giardia and inflammation can all cause HGE but the underlying factor for the disease is not often identified in individuals. Treatment: Prompt veterinary attention is essential to preventing HGE from progressing. Many cases do not require hospitalisation but often intravenous fluids are required to correct the large volumes of blood lost. Antibiotics and gut protectants are also commonly prescribed to prevent toxic shock to patients. Severe cases of HGE can require life support and sometimes even cause death in a matter of hours. Prevention: Because the cause is not entirely known, prevention is difficult, but ensuring your pet doesn’t drink from communal water bowls can help reduce giardia-associated HGE.

Everybody wants the latest secret to good health, and there are plenty of people saying they have it to sell you some gimmick equipment, book or online plan. Save your time and money, there is no secret! Exercise regularly, eat well and rest. Following such basic rules can cut heart disease risk by 80 per cent, diabetes risk by 90 per cent and cancer risk by at least 50 per cent. Wear a pedometer, aim for at least 30 minutes of brisk walking and a total of 10,000 steps per day. Don’t forget strength training for your upper and lower body. Too many people neglect resistance exercise, particularly women for whom it’s crucial for preventing muscle and bone loss with age. Lift weights for at least 20 minutes, two to three times per week. Eat at least two fish meals per week. The evidence is strong that the oils in darker types of fish, such as salmon, tuna, mackerel and herring, are beneficial for the heart and brain. Drink plenty of good water. No matter where you are, water should always be the first thing you reach for when you’re thirsty. Water truly is essential. It’s easy to drink calories without noticing: that big latte might have nearly as many calories as a burger. And a bottle of soft drink can have more sugar than you need in week. You may feel full but neither have given your body much useful nutrition. Sleep eight hours a night. Among the many benefits, adequate sleep makes you feel better, decreases risk for cardiovascular disease and boosts memory. Keep sugar to a minimum. Decreasing sugar actually increases people’s energy by minimising the highs and lows that sweet foods trigger. You will also lose weight! Consider therapies for chronic problems, such as back pain or a headache. Seeing a good massage therapist for neck strain may work better than taking extra strength pain killers, and it’s a whole lot better for your body. Don’t focus on dieting. Focus on eating. If you’re hungry, you’re more likely to overeat, especially in the evening. It’s better to eat enough during the day to avoid hunger pangs.

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fter roles in hit TV dramas ‘Home and Away’ and ‘House Husbands’, Tim Campbell has set his sights on the recording industry. But fans may be surprised to know that before he was a star, the multi-talented entertainer honed his singing skills at Wonderland.

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With an impressive voice that has landed him roles in musicals such as ‘Wicked’, ‘Rent’ and ‘Shout!’, Campbell seems to be a natural performer but only discovered his aptitude for the stage during his senior years at Campbelltown High School. “It’s funny, growing up we don’t really have performers in our family… at school I was a bit academic and I was really into sport more than I was performing,” he said. “I didn’t discover performing until later in high school and then I always thought it would be a thing you do on the side, it’s never a real job.” Despite his doubts, Campbell quickly began acting and first debuted his singing talents at the Wonderland Sydney theme park, where he was employed to sing in stage shows in the 1990’s. His upbringing in Sydney’s west has given Campbell an affinity with the area, and despite moving to Melbourne and achieving success in the entertainment

TIM CAMPBELL BANKSTOWN SPORTS CLUB industry, the singer said he is thankful for his background. “It’s such a really honest place to grow up, it does ground you but I wouldn’t want it any other way to be honest,” he said.

Campbell also reflects back on his earlier years in his recently released debut album ‘High School Disco’, which is inspired by the music he grew up with and features 14 covers of classic 70’s and 80’s hits.

He will also be embarking on the ‘High School Disco’ national tour, with a concert at Bankstown Sports Club on Friday, June 20. Tracks include ‘Play That Funky Music’, ‘Holiday’, ‘My Sharona’ and ‘Footloose’, and Campbell has already road tested the material with audiences at various corporate events. “To be honest, no matter what age the audience is, it always works on the dancefloor,” he said. But even though it was Campbell’s first time in the recording studio, he did have some expertise in the form of his partner Anthony Callea, a platinum selling musician with a decade of experience. “He’s an incredible singer as we know, and has had a lot of recording history and recording success. He’s someone who obviously is great live as well, but he really knows how to use the mic in the studio,” Campbell said of Callea. Callea helped throughout the album making process and even contributed backing vocals, with the couple very supportive of each other despite working in the same competitive industry. “The good thing is, when Anthony’s done musicals I’ve helped him out with the acting side of it because that’s my background so we are lucky that we come from different areas of performing,” Campbell said. Tim Campbell’s album ‘High School Disco’ is out now. He will be performing on tour at Bankstown Sports Club on Friday, June 20. Call 9722 9888.

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THEATRE

The real experiences of motherhood

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Joy Roberts. She said when she put out the call for monologue submissions, she expected to receive a flurry of lighthearted, satirical scripts. What she didn’t expect was the large number of stories exposing the darker side of motherhood – loneliness, hardship and exhaustion. “In reading these deeply moving and brutally honest stories, I could see I had the rare and privileged opportunity to give mothers the chance to tell it how it really is,” Ms Roberts said. “By portraying the light and shade of motherhood, we acknowledge the challenges of mums and provide audiences equally with moments of laughter and tears.” Ms Roberts said the monologues are based on real experiences of real mothers. “Even those writers that created a ficti-

MOTHERS ROXBURY HOTEL MAY 2, 3, 9 & 10 tious scene still drew on true life. It’s this reality and honesty that makes the stories so engaging and sincere,” she said. ‘Mothers’ will be performed at the

Roxbury Hotel in Glebe on May 2, 3, 9 & 10 plus a special Mother’s Day finale at the TAP Gallery on May 11. Tickets are $20 at the door, or $15 at www.moshtix.com.au.

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group of Sydney mothers has got together to write and produce a play about mothers and what they really think. The show ‘Mothers’ will shine a light on the good, the bad and the ugly sides of motherhood, and is set to premiere in Glebe in the lead-up to Mothers Day. The play takes the form of monologues from nine main characters who span the breadth of the maternal spectrum: a woman whose romantic dream is to be a mother; a teen who hadn’t planned to be one; a new mum in her 40s; a motherless mother; a soon-to-be grandmother; a mourning mum; a struggling immigrant mum; a role-juggling mum; and a very different kind of mother. ‘Mothers’ is the brainchild of producer

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HARRISON CRAIG Saturday, May 10 Revesby Workers’ Club After an excellent series of ‘The Voice 2013’, Harrison Craig will exhibit his angelic voice in a brand new concert series for Mothers Day, singing both songs performed during his time on ‘The Voice’ as well as some new selections from his stellar album L.O.V.E. This is the perfect way to spend Mothers Day and let mum know just how much you love her. Give her two tickets and you might just be lucky to be invited along! Tickets are available at premier.ticketek.com.au.

A DATE WITH EFFIE Thursday, May 8 – Sunday, May 11 The Factory Theatre Effie is one of Australia’s most beloved characters and now is your chance to see the Logie-Award winning star live in person. Since the birth of her baby, boofhead, she’s looking for a husband, preferably one that’s loaded. Now it’s up to you to help Effie find love, you never know, it may just be you! Get your tickets now at premier.ticketek. com.au.

DIZZEE RASCAL Wednesday, May 7 The Enmore Theatre

DANIEL REEVES Saturday, May 3 The Newsagency, Marrickville Daniel Reeves is an Australian talent with a passion for melody. His songs capture entirely the spirit of the country. Daniel has seen great success with radio play on Cairns FM, ONE FM and performances on ABC radio. In 2013 he released two new CDs and supported Wes Carr in South Australia. Now you can see him with his intimate performance at The Newsagency. Doors open at 8pm.

‘LIVE SUNDAYS’ AT CRANE BAR Sundays until May 18 Crane Bar, Potts Point The Crane Bar is Sydney’s most vibrant Japanese bar and dining venue. ‘Live Sundays’ is on every week from 3pm to 7pm so bask in the Japanese inspired gardens and bring some friends along for some fantastic Japanese cuisine. This is the perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

BABY ET LULU Saturday, April 26 The Camelot Lounge Baby Et Lulu are bringing their gorgeous French music back to the Camelot Lounge. If you’ve always wanted to go to France but never have, this duo will take you on a Parisian journey. Tickets are $38 and doors open at 7.30pm.

Dizzee Rascal will return to Australia for his headlining tour of his new album, ‘The Fifth’, after his success at Future Music Festival in 2013. He has collaborated with artists such as Jessie J, Calvin Harris and Robbie Williams. He will have the ground shaking at The Enmore Theatre so make sure you’re there. Tickets can be bought for $84.10 from premier. ticketek.com.au.

KEYIM BA Friday, April 25 The Camelot Lounge

BRASS ON THE GRASS Every Sunday until April 27 Observatory Hill Bandstand, The Rocks

The upbeat tunes of this eight-piece band will bring funk and rap from West Africa into the Camelot Lounge and into your soul. The group has huge energy that will keep the dance floor full all night long with their great beats and rythmns that any music appreciator will enjoy. Keyim Ba unites Australia’s best West African musicians for an exuberant night of fun and friends so it is an atmosphere you will love to experience. Tickets will cost you $25 at the door so don’t miss out and come along!

Bondi Brass returns with another series of free concerts at Observatory Hill. Bring a picnic blanket and a good bottle of wine to relax and enjoy the fantastic views Sydney has to offer on a Sunday afternoon. You’ll love the trumpets and big band music. The event is free and to find out more see www.bondibrass.org.au.

THE ENCLAVE Until Saturday, May 3 Galleries UNSW ‘The Enclave’ was critically acclaimed at the 2013 Venice Biennale and for the first time will be exhibited in Australia at Galleries UNSW. Richard Mosse spent a year in the Democratic Republic of Congo observing rebel groups and captured the experience on infrared film. The beauty and violence of war can be seen in this amazing video experience.

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FRANKY WALNUT Friday, May 2 The Factory Theatre

MKTO Friday, April 25 The Enmore Theatre

Franky Walnut is a singer/songwriter born and raised in the Darling Downs of South East Queensland. His material examines what it is to be Australian, from songs about drinking and ogling women, to much more sensitive material covering love, friendship and bullying. He was once described as John Williamson meets Kevin Bloody Wilson without as much swearing. It is sure to be a hilariously entertaining evening. Tickets are $15 and available at premier.ticketek.com.au. Alternatively, check out his website at www.frankywalnut.com and listen to his new material!

MKTO, the dynamic duo will return to Australia this month for their first national tour of the country! This live energetic show will see the two perform hit singles such as, ‘Thank You’, ‘Classic’ and ‘God Only Knows’. MKTO have achieved enormous success and now is your chance to see them. Tickets cost $79.90 and can be purchased at premier. ticketek.com.au.

AMAZING WHALES Until Sunday, July 20 Australian National Maritime Museum

ANZAC DAY ON THE HARBOUR Friday, April 25 Bungalow 8, Sydney Harbour

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5 Seconds of Summer are taking over the world with their current hit, ‘She Looks So Perfect’, peaking at number one on the iTunes charts in 49 countries. The band supported One Direction on their most recent Australian tour and these four Aussie boys sure know how to get the audience screaming. Don’t miss the chance to see the boys back on home soil! Tickets can be purchased from www.premier. ticketek.com.au today!

In celebration of all those who fought for our country and made Australia the great place that it is, Bungalow 8 are celebrating in style! With a Two-Up Arena, punters will be able to share a drink and a laugh on this memorable day. There will also be a great menu for lunch and music to accompany. Free entry all day from 12pm. More info can be found at bungalow8sydney.com.

BOOKER T. JONES Saturday, April 26 The Factory Theatre Booker T has worked with world famous artists such as Bob Dylan and Barbra Streisand and this April he will bring his classic tunes to Australia. Booker T won the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award with hits such as ‘Green Onions’, ‘Time is Tight’ and ‘Melting Pot’. Valerie June will accompany him on his Australian tour so head over to www.factorytheatre.com. au now to get your tickets for $66 per person.

This exhibition has been designed to allow visitors to become immersed in the world of whales and begin to understand the importance of conserving these wonderful creatures. You will get to see the relationship between whales and humans in this interactive and exciting exhibition. Adults tickets cost $7 and children’s tickets cost $3.50.

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mall though it is as a winemaking region, the cool-climate NSW Southern Highlands is grabbing increasingly serious attention with wines from fruits that thrive in a clean, cool and elevated environment. Sauvignon Blanc is one of these varieties, with Bill Hall at Banjo’s Run at Exeter recently releasing a 2011 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc that can probably be most-easily summed up in just one word: stunning. For here is a drop that’s got a wonderful generosity of flavour about it, and whose so-forward fresh stone fruit and herb characters, and lively acid finish, make it an ideal partner year-round with seafoods. Bill has done absolute wonders with the rundown vineyard he bought some five years ago at Exeter, which is at the very southern end of the Southern Highlands region and some 700 metres above sea level. If you’re visiting the Highlands, (Exeter is around 1.5hrs south of Sydney) make a point to drop into his Banjo’s Run Cellar Door that’s open every weekend. The 2011 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc is $22 a bottle and $240 a dozen; give Bill a call on 0408 228 724 to order, or simply go onto www.banjosrun.com.au. One to note: If you’re thinking something Italian for the table like a tomato-based pasta or a wood-fired pizza with a hint of basil, think too about a further touch of Italy from the bottle to go with it such as a Barbera. The Adelaide Hills’ Chain of Ponds has an excellent drop under its 2010 Stopover label, with full-on juicy red fruits from cherries to plums on the palate.

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And the gold Logie goes to... Australian television’s night of nights, the 56th Logie Awards, has been confirmed for this Sunday, April 27. The broadcast will begin on Channel Nine from 7.30pm with a half-hour Red Carpet special before the awards get underway at 8pm. Sonia Kruger and Jules Lund will host the Red Carpet ceremony. Performing on the night will be ‘The Voice’ judge Kylie Minogue.

Chris Lilley’s new show which I’m dying to see, ‘Jonah From Tonga’, will begin on Wednesday, May 7 at 9pm on ABC1. ‘Jonah From Tonga’ takes us into the life of teenager, Jonah Takalua, now in a new school but still up to his old tricks. The Tongan rebel finds himself in hot water with plenty of fights, frenemies, break-dancing and law-breaking. This is bound to be a hit!

Still on ‘Jonah From Tonga’ and if you’re like me and don’t want to have to wait week after week to watch each episode, the ABC is giving you a rare chance to watch all six episodes at once. The bold move will see all episodes available on ABC’s iView service for free.

After nearly 10 years at Channel Seven, sports presenter and all-round good guy Matt White is returning home to Channel Ten. White spent 11 years at Ten before joining the Seven Network where he’s hosted everything from the 6pm sports bulletin to ‘Today Tonight’.

It’s been revealed that Channel Ten may not go after the 2016 Rio Olympics despite doing a marvelous job on the recent Sochi Winter Olympics coverage. Seven are in top position to snatch back the next three Olympic Games in Rio (2016), S.Korea (2018 Winter) and Tokyo (2020).

Channel Ten will air new comedy ‘The Millers’ this Sunday night following the Australian episode of ‘Modern Family’ at 6.30pm. The double episode of the new US comedy will premiere at 7pm and will unusually be followed by another new episode of ‘Modern Family’ at 8pm.

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wasn’t always harmonious and in London in May 1977, the band and Evans parted ways citing “musical differences”. He returned to Australia for a break, intending to go back to England to pursue his music, and ended up joining the Contraband, an outfit featuring one of his high school friends. They were swiftly signed up to an international recording contract and they recorded three albums and gained some critical acclaim but not a lot of commercial success. From there he explored other areas of the music industry including music publishing where he helped sign bands such as Midnight Oil and Cold Chisel; and developed an interest in vintage guitars which became a business for many years. He also took a turn as an author, writing the tell-all book Dirty Deeds: My life inside and outside of AC/DC. He continued to play with bands such as Cheetah, Swanee, The Headhunters and Heaven and over time his musical interest has turned to the blues. With Matt Ross, who started out in the Balmain Blues scene in the 1980s, he has formed an acoustic blues duo with touches of swamp, country, soul and roots. You can be sure there will be plenty of country honky tonkin’ going on all night long as the pair get the audience tapping their feet. The pair will be performing a free gig at Marrickville Bowling Club on Anzac Day (today, April 25) from 8pm. They will also be at Ruby’s at 68 Victoria Road, Rozelle, on Sunday, April 27 from 6pm until late if you happen to miss their Marrickville gig.

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ark Evans and Matt Ross are bringing the blues to Marrickville Bowling Club for Anzac Day today, April 25. Evans is best known as bass player from the early days of AC/DC. According to his version of the story, the young Melbourne boy went to see the then unknown outfit at his local pub in Prahran in March 1975. Two days later he played his first gig for the group and the day after that he was performing on ‘Countdown’ with them as they publicised their first single, ‘Baby Please Don’t Go’. Evans was part of the group for a bit over two years playing on early albums such as ‘TNT’, ‘Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap’ and ‘Let There Be Rock’, which clocked up worldwide sales of more than 30 million records. The band toured solidly throughout Australia and Europe in that period but it

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