Wednesday, February 29, 2012

New funding arrangements for volunteer organisations | myregion

Volunteer Rotary Club members cook sausages for the crowd on Australia Day in Gladstone, Central Queensland. New funding arrangements have been announced to support volunteering and connect Australian volunteers with disadvantaged communities across Australia. Under the new funding arrangements funding for the 32 regional Volunteer Resource Centres (VRCs) will be guaranteed for a period of three years, up from the current 12 months.

Source: http://www.myregion.gov.au/content/new-funding-arrangements-volunteer-organisations

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Catherine

Catherine (ABC TV - Good Game)

Review: A bizarre puzzle platformer about a young man's fear of long-term commitment.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Business told to better explain exec pay

ASIC issues directive following review of FY remuneration reports. 29 Feb 2012 1:48 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Business-told-to-better-explain-exec-pay-RX446?opendocument&src=idp

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Newcomers or natives?

Dingoes (ABC Science - Alex Carthey)

Dingoes are definitely native Australian animals, if you believe the behaviour of bandicoots.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Fight over towing of disabled cruise ship

DISABLED cruise ship to spend extra day at sea without electricity or toilets because fishing vessel refused to give way to faster tug.


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Negus, Stynes say sorry to hero

The Circle presenters George Negus and Yumi Stynes have called a Victoria Cross winner to apologise for mocking him on television.

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8427727/negus-stynes-call-hero-to-apologise

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Skater boys

Skater boys (7.30 NSW)

Pros and amateurs talk about their love of skating at the Manly Beach Bowl.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Reese Witherspoon feels sexy

Reese Witherspoon feels 'a lot sexier' than she ever has.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722802&vId=

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Babel No More

Babel No More (babelnomore.com)

Hyperpolyglots can fluently speak up to 100 different languages.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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NSW music festival cancelled

MUSIC festival Playground Weekender, which was to kick off on Friday, has been cancelled due to wet weather.


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Urban ants

Leaf-cutting ants (Flickr: William Warby)

Leaf-cutting ant colonies have remarkable similarities with the workings of human cities.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Japan factory output rises in Jan

Manufacturing gains for second straight month. 29 Feb 2012 3:49 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Japan-factory-output-rises-2-in-January-RX79J?opendocument&src=rss

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Stars begin arriving for Oscars

Best actor nominees George Clooney and Jean Dujardin, have hit the Academy Award red carpet.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722954&vId=3086976

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These Are Conditions

These are Conditions (ABC Dig)

The Pajama Club, featuring Neil Finn and wife Sharon, get down and dirty for an Untidy Desk session.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Sight through sound

Ramp Up - Trial of audio description (image: thinkstock)

Blind and vision impaired people will have access to audio description on ABC1 programs in 2012.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Virgin targets corporate, premium flyers

Airline to launch premium lounges at airports. 28 Feb 2012 6:15 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Virgin-targets-corporate-premium-flyers-pd20120227-RVQ5W?opendocument&src=rss

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Cooma residents prepare for flood alert

PEOPLE in southern NSW town of Cooma advised to prepare for a possible flood evacuation following heavy rains.


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Hazanavicius wins best director Oscar

The Artist director Michel Hazanavicius has won the best director Oscar.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=723072&vId=

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Will Israel attack Iran?

Benjamin Natanyahu and Barack Obama (ABC News)

Israeli intelligence analyst Ronen Bergman says Israel will strike Iran within the next nine months.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Cattle cut up before they're dead: White

0:06 AM

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8427146/cattle-cut-up-before-theyre-dead-white

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Bavarian fairytale

Bavaria (ABC News - Foreign Correspondent)

While much of Europe is drowning in debt, business in booming in Bavaria.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Virgin announces carbon surcharges

Airline responds to Aust, EU carbon pricing schemes. 28 Feb 2012 4:04 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Virgin-announces-carbon-surcharges-pd20120228-RW7FW?opendocument&src=rss

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Monday, February 27, 2012

Sunlight and medication

(ABC News -Tonic)

Seasonal changes and exposure to vitamin D may effect the way your liver metabolises drugs.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Rihanna to set Katy up with a man?

Rihanna has reportedly offered to set Katy Perry up with a man.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722416&vId=

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Power politics

Law Report - ICC (abc.net.au)

The International Criminal Court is powerless to prevent serious crimes against civilians in Syria.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Monogamy is unnatural

File photo: romantic scene (Thinkstock.com)

Human beings were not designed to have sex with one life partner, says Dr Chris Ryan.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Gillard to win leadership ballot- Roxon

Nicola Roxon says Kevin Rudd should give up his leadership dream if he cannot get at least 40 votes.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=722709&vId=3085595

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Costa cruise ship adrift after fire

A cruise ship from the same fleet as the Costa Concordia is adrift off the Seychelles following a fire.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=723210&vId=

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Transcript of doorstop interview, Adelaide | Prime Minister of Australia

PM: I'm on my way to a plane so I've only got time to make a short statement, and then I'll take questions at a media event later today. The choice that my colleagues will make on Monday is about who should be Prime Minister of this nation. As Prime Minister, I have got the hard things done, and as Prime Minister after Monday I would intend to do that.

Source: http://www.pm.gov.au/press-office/transcript-doorstop-interview-adelaide-1

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Aussie Oscar nominees hunt for upset win

Two young Australians have their eyes set of winning an Academy award at the 2012 Oscars.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722672&vId=3085466

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Gary McKinnon: Butterfly on a wheel

A decade on, the saga continues.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/291777,gary-mckinnon-butterfly-on-a-wheel.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+News+feed

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Rudd's democratic pitch valiant but desperate

Kevin Rudd's formal leadership challenge speech offered a seductive but profoundly delusional and dangerous vision of Australian democracy. 24 Feb 2012 6:09 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Kevin-Rudd-PM-leadership-challenge-Julia-Gillard-A-pd20120224-RS9J9?opendocument&src=rss

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Australian dollar lower despite Greek deal

Local unit fails to climb on Greek bailout news. 22 Feb 2012 1:19 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/A-slightly-lower-after-Greek-aid-news-RQ4LB?opendocument&src=idp&emcontent_ausdollar

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Labor has heavy heart as Arbib quits - PM

PRIME Minister Julia Gillard says the shock resignation of party powerbroker Mark Arbib will leave Labor members with a heavy heart.


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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Federal MPs arrive in Canberra pre-vote

Most Labor MPs believe Julia Gillard will win today's Labor leadership battle against Kevin Rudd

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=722884&vId=3086469

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NZ trade balance slips into deficit

New Zealand reported a trade deficit in January as a one-off aircraft purchase skewed the import balance.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=722939&vId=

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Rudd's democratic pitch valiant but desperate

Kevin Rudd's formal leadership challenge speech offered a seductive but profoundly delusional and dangerous vision of Australian democracy. 24 Feb 2012 6:09 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Kevin-Rudd-PM-leadership-challenge-Julia-Gillard-A-pd20120224-RS9J9?opendocument&src=rss

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Governor-General of Australia :: News Room :: Media Advisory: State Visit to New Zealand by the Governor-General

At the invitation of the Governor-General of New Zealand, His Excellency Lieutenant General the Right Honourable Sir Jerry Mateparae GNZM QSO, the Governor-General, Ms Quentin Bryce AC CVO,. and Mr Michael Bryce AM AE will undertake a State Visit from. Governor-General of New Zealand and Lady Janine , Government House 2.30 pm : Meeting with Pacific Island Academics and Community Leaders at the Fal� Pasifika, University of Auckland Tuesday, 28 February - Wellington 9.30 am : Wreath Laying Ceremony, National War Memorial 10.00 am : State Ceremony of Welcome by the Governor-General of New Zealand and Lady Janine, Government House 1.45pm : Visit to Te Papa Tongarewa 2.45pm : Visit to the New Zealand School of Dance 4.00 pm : Call by the Right Honourable John Key, Prime Minister of New Zealand 5.00pm : Call by Mr David Shearer, Leader of the Opposition Wednesday, 29 February - Christchurch Accompanied by the Governor-General of New Zealand and Lady Janine 10.15am : Wreathlaying

Source: http://www.gg.gov.au/news.php/view/id/366/title/media-advisory-state-visit-to-new-zealand-by-the-governor-general

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Photos: iTnews Executive Summit, Sydney

Commonwealth Bank, APRA, Suncorp and Gartner discuss cloud computing and BYO device management.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Gallery/291559,photos-itnews-executive-summit-sydney.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+All+Articles+feed

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Musical fashionista

Adam Ant (Adam Hills)

Rocker Adam Ant once gave fashion advice to Michael Jackson.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Innovative investment gives Tasmanian farmers the edge

Federal Minister for Regional Development Simon Crean and Premier Lara Giddings today announced funding of $3.6 million for a world-first data project that will help the Tasmanian's economy diversify and give famers a competitive edge. Mr Crean said SenseT - developed in a partnership between CSIRO, the University of Tasmania (UTAS) and IBM - will transform Tasmania's many natural advantages into a competitive edge. Mr Crean said SenseT was a world-first project that combines environmental sensors, databases and computing power that will give Tasmanian farmers the edge when it comes to making informed decisions about irrigation, treatment and harvesting.

Source: http://www.minister.regional.gov.au/sc/releases/2012/february/sc018_2012.aspx

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Australian dollar rises on global optimism

Local unit gains on hopes of second Greek package. 20 Feb 2012 1:26 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/A-rises-as-global-optimism-improves-RN4FE?opendocument&src=idp&emcontent_ausdollar

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US cracks rhino horn smuggling ring

Seven people have been arrested in the US on charges of trafficking in endangered rhinoceros horns.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=722344&vId=

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New legless amphibian found in India

Researchers digging through mud in northeast India have discovered a new family of legless amphibians.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=721382&vId=

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Voters back Rudd in series of polls

Labor's popularity climbs despite leadership crisis. 24 Feb 2012 12:56 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Nielsen-Poll-reveals-voters-prefer-Rudd-RSKCX?opendocument&src=rss

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Saturday, February 25, 2012

The Bald Archies

Bald Archy Prize (ABC News - Lateline)

A satirical counterpoint to the prestigious Archibald Prize pokes fun through portraits.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Newman says it's Ashgrove or bust

2:19 PM

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8425815/newman-pledges-2m-for-graffiti-clean-up

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UK paper raises more hacking questions

A UK paper has raised more questions about who knew of the phone hacking at Rupert Murdoch's company.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722246&vId=

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Syrians speak out

Syrians speak out (Correspondents Report)

A British satellite television program has helped to give members of the Syrian community a voice.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Labor must now look to second prize

If Julia Gillard prevails on Monday, Labor will have the chance to become the kind of Opposition Australia deserves. The alternative injury may be too severe for the party to survive. 25 Feb 2012 8:12 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Kevin-Rudd-Julia-Gillard-poll-caucus-Labor-PM-chal-pd20120225-RSS8H?opendocument&src=rss

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UN seeks to regulate Internet globally

Move receives strong support from Russia and China. 23 Feb 2012 12:07 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/UN-seeks-to-regulate-Internet-globally-RQV2N?opendocument&src=rss

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Gibson makes guitars to honour Lennon

The Gibson guitar factory in Montana is finishing a project to honour Beatles singer John Lennon.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=521855&vId=

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KGB: Hamish Tyrwhitt

Leighton Holdings' chief executive says the Fair Work Act is pushing up the cost of construction, primarily through its impact on productivity, and that cost is being passed on. 24 Feb 2012 6:03 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/KGB-Hamish-Tyrwhitt-Leighton-construction-Fair-Wor-pd20120221-RP6ER?opendocument&src=rss

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Felix Zulauf's market prognosis

The legendary Swiss investor explains why Greece is likely to exit the eurozone and QE3 won't come anytime soon, and canvasses the outlook for commodity prices and the Australian economy. 13 Feb 2012 7:12 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Felix-Zulauf-Swiss-rally-risk-assets-Greece-crisis-pd20120213-RER8N?opendocument&src=rss

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Fishermen in foreign waters

Fly fishing (ABC News- PM)

Expert saltwater fishermen from Kiribati are in Tasmania for the Commonwealth Fly Fishing Championships.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Romney clash Santorum in TV debate

US Republicans Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum have clashed over taxes and spending in a high-stakes debate.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=721738&vId=

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List fever

Top 10 Everything (time.com)

Compiling lists is like a competitive sport for people who want to show they're in the know.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Friday, February 24, 2012

Demi Moore 'committed' to recovery

Demi Moore is reportedly taking her treatment for 'an eating disorder and addiction issues' seriously.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=722426&vId=

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Gillard must abandon leadership - Hawker

THE latest polls look so bleak for Prime Minister Julia Gillard that she should consider not contesting Monday's Labor leadership ballot, Kevin Rudd's campaign manager says.


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Review: Samsung Galaxy Nexus

It's the world's fastest smartphone, but is speed enough?

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/286587,review-samsung-galaxy-nexus.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+Reviews+feed

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Kofi Annan to mediate Syria crisis

Former secretary-general Kofi Annan has been appointed the joint UN-Arab League envoy on the Syrian crisis.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=722043&vId=

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Authorities vow to clean up Kerobokan

Indonesian authorities have vowed to clean up Bali's notorious Kerobokan jail following days of unrest.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721824&vId=3081405

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NRW books record profit on mining work

NRW Holdings has booked a record interim net profit of $45.3m for the half year ending December 31.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=722099&vId=3082486

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Dying wish: Cancer victim gets unpublished book

A US teen who fell into a coma after suffering a rare disease continued to shoot hoops from her hospital bed.

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/8425029/reddit-users-help-grant-cancer-victims-wish

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Mapping out a food secure future- The Hon. Joe Ludwig - Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Australia has a secure food supply and a highly competitive and diverse food industry but a new report has found there are still many opportunities for the sector to build on this success and to be more innovative into the future. Minister Ludwig said FOODmap provides a picture of Australia's food industry from paddock to plate and examines the way our food supply chain is evolving, including the way consumer demands have changed since the global economic situation of 2008. 'We need to remember that Australian families enjoy a world-class food supply and that our country is food secure.

Source: http://www.maff.gov.au/media_office/media_releases/media_releases/2012/february/mapping_out_a_food_secure_future

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KGB: Hamish Tyrwhitt

Leighton Holdings' chief executive says the Fair Work Act is pushing up the cost of construction, primarily through its impact on productivity, and that cost is being passed on. 24 Feb 2012 6:03 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/KGB-Hamish-Tyrwhitt-Leighton-construction-Fair-Wor-pd20120221-RP6ER?opendocument&src=rss

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Echo reports H1 net profit od $70.2mln

Echo Entertainment Group says it is attracting more high-rolling VIP gamblers to its casinos.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=721979&vId=3082025

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A history of sexual norms

Kama Sutra image (Flickr - bighairydave)

Attitudes towards sex and sexuality have changed greatly over the ages.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Thursday, February 23, 2012

Aniston promises plenty in Wanderlust

Jennifer Aniston promises 'a lot of penises' and 'breasticles' in 'Wanderlust'.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=721623&vId=3080400

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European stocks slip on debt concerns

Traders wary that eurozone problems remain. 22 Feb 2012 1:56 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/European-stocks-downbeat-euro-falls-RQDGE?opendocument&src=idp

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'I can lead Labor to victory' Gillard

Prime Minister Julia Gillard says she believes she can lead Labor to victory in the next federal election.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721870&vId=3081504

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Australian dollar slips in morning trade

Local currency follows US stocks lower. 23 Feb 2012 8:10 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/A-follows-US-stocks-lower-RQRBJ?opendocument&src=idp&emcontent_ausdollar

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Apple escapes iPad ban in Shanghai

Awaits China-wide appeal for trademark infringement.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/291445,apple-escapes-ipad-ban-in-shanghai.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+News+feed

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Prepare for a third Greek bailout

If the eurozone's debt deal means neither side was willing to risk a Greek exit, the same process will be repeated when pressure builds again. 22 Feb 2012 6:30 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Greece-bailout-deal-euro-debt-crisis-eurozone-pd20120222-RPQMU?opendocument&src=rss

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DJs 2nd quarter sales down 3.1%

Retailer David Jones says its second quarter sales fell 3.1 per cent in a challenging retail environment.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=721537&vId=

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Tokyo stocks open flat

Japanese bourse unchanged after Greek deal. 22 Feb 2012 2:05 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Tokyo-stocks-open-flat-RQ2KS?opendocument&src=idp

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500 Victorian DHS jobs to go

22 Feb 2012

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8424075/500-victorian-dhs-jobs-to-go

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Court rejects Occupy eviction challenge

Occupy London protesters are bracing for eviction after a court ruled they could be removed.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721478&vId=3079398

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Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Holy Switch

Life Matters - Holy Switch (Thinkstock)

Big Brother meets nirvana in a new reality TV show that sets out on an intrepid discovery of spirituality.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Whitney Houston told to 'slow down'

Whitney Houston's daughter warned her to 'slow down' the night before she died.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=721038&vId=

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Tourism Quality Accreditation Grows

In a significant expansion of the T-QUAL Accreditation Program, large tourism organisations such as hotel chains, airlines and restaurant franchises will be able to become accredited and display the T-QUAL Tick. Under a pilot conducted by the Tourism Quality Council of Australia, Accor Hotels is the first large tourism organisation to gain T-QUAL Accreditation and the ability to display the TQUAL Tick. I invite large tourism organisations that apply a quality standard to become T-QUAL accredited and associated with Australia's national symbol of tourism quality, the T-QUAL Tick.

Source: http://minister.ret.gov.au/mediacentre/mediareleases/pages/tourismqualityaccreditationgrows.aspx

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Swan cancels G20 attendance

Treasurer Wayne Swan has cancelled his attendance at the G20 Finance Ministers' meeting in Mexico.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721524&vId=

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Lennons truck abandoned on NSW highway

Police have discovered an abandoned Lennons truck on the side of the Hume Highway in western Sydney.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721486&vId=

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Seventh boat since Tony Abbot said 'No'

Minister for Immigration and Citizenship. 'In the three months after Mr Abbott said no to our legislation the number of asylum seekers tripled,' Mr Clare said. In the three months after Mr Abbott said no, 30 boats and 2204 people arrived.

Source: http://www.minister.immi.gov.au/media/cb/2012/cb182723.htm

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Rudd move 'a look at me moment': O'Connor

22 Feb 2012

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8424090/rudd-move-a-look-at-me-moment-oconnor

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Brisbane confident of snaring Black Caviar

22 Feb 2012

Source: http://wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8424019

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Woodside FY profit edges down

Crude giant reiterates production guidance. 22 Feb 2012 4:24 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Woodside-FY-profit-edges-down-pd20120222-RPV4W?opendocument&src=rss

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Christchurch unites to remember quake

Thousands of people have gathered in Christchurch's Hagley Park for the first anniversary of the earthquake.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/topstories/article.aspx?id=721165&vId=3077747

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Road to nowhere

Ian Gilchrist (ABC TV - Australian Story)

Ian Gilchrist went out for a ride one day and never returned.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Prepare for the worst

Brisbane flood 2011 (AAP: Dave Hunt)

Are Australian cities prepared for big floods like the one that hit Brisbane?

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Aust stocks tipped to gain at open

Investors await bailout announcement from Greece. 21 Feb 2012 7:06 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Australian-market-preview-RNREC?opendocument&src=idp

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OneSteel flags 430 job cuts

OneSteel plans to cut 430 jobs in the next four months in order to cut costs after posting a $74m loss.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=720882&vId=3075981

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Review: Asus Eee Pad Slider

An Android device that's neither tablet nor netbook.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/279245,review-asus-eee-pad-slider.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+Reviews+feed

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Rat found on island bird sanctuary

A rat has been caught in a trap on a New Zealand island declared vermin-free in 2009.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=716926&vId=

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Astronaut writes kids' book

Retired astronaut Mark Kelly is writing a children's book about a mouse that goes to space.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=720919&vId=

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Ex-Labor candidate's homophobic posts

A Labor candidate is standing behind homophobic comments that forced him to quit ahead of the Qld election.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=720760&vId=

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Kelly Osbourne has regular therapy

The 'Fashion Police' host Kelly Osbourne has regular therapy sessions.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=720981&vId=

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Australian dollar gains in early trade

Greek optimism sends local currency higher. 14 Feb 2012 8:12 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Greek-optimism-sends-A-higher-RFR8C?opendocument&src=idp&emcontent_ausdollar

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Rat found on island bird sanctuary

A rat has been caught in a trap on a New Zealand island declared vermin-free in 2009.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=716926&vId=

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Review: Ubuntu 11.10

Oneiric Ocelot comes with tweaks and small improvements.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/278594,review-ubuntu-1110.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+Reviews+feed

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Coffee war brewing

A BOUTIQUE coffee supplier has accused Australia's largest coffee company of anti-competitive conduct.


Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/newscomauqldndm/~3/ofdMu325MRM/story-fn8t7s4s-1226276976649

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Monday, February 20, 2012

LNP won't gut industrial umpire: Nicholls

4:31 PM

Source: http://news.ninemsn.com.au/national/8423198/qld-public-servants-fear-lnp-wage-policy

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Review: Dell's XPS 15z laptop

A surprisingly strong all-rounder with plenty of power, style and battery life.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/274579,review-dells-xps-15z-laptop.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+Reviews+feed

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Surviving on snow

AM - Swedish man survives snow in car

A Swedish man rescued from a frozen car after two months could be the greatest survival story of all time.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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South African rhino regains sight

An orphaned South African rhinoceros, blinded by poachers who hit it on the head has regained its vision.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=720722&vId=

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Agyness Deyn misses skinhead

Agyness Deyn misses having a skinhead because it was so 'easy'.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=720179&vId=

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Australian dollar improves in morning trade

Local unit lifts on strong US jobs data. 17 Feb 2012 8:14 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/A-up-on-strong-US-jobs-data-RJR32?opendocument&src=idp&emcontent_ausdollar

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Pajama Club

Pajama Club (pajamaclubmusic.com)

Neil Finn's songwriting changed completely when his music career recently took an unexpected left turn.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Orica restarts plant

Orica will restart its plant near Newcastle after it was suspended due to a section of the plant not working

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/businessnews/article.aspx?id=720311&vId=3072774

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Star Wars: The Old Republic

Star Wars: The Old Republic (ABC TV - Good Game)

Review: Childhood gaming dreams come true for even the most casual fans of Star Wars.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Humans blamed for rise in shark attacks

Global warming and tourism are to blame for sharks killing twice as many people last year than in 2010.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/eco/article.aspx?id=718314&vId=

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Apollo 13

Apollo 13 (triple j)

Melbourne hip-hop artist Remi's fresh and evolving new talent is going to be one to watch.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Sunday, February 19, 2012

Abbott brushes off Turnbull popularity

Tony Abbott says he has brushed off a new poll which shows Malcolm Turnbull is more popular with voters.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=588765&vId=2248924

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Government continues to demand the best employment services for job seekers with disability | Ministers' Media Centre

The Australian Government's response to the Senate Education, Employment and Workplace Relations References Committee's Report, The administration and purchasing of Disability Employment Services in Australia' was tabled in the Parliament today. Minister for Employment Participation Kate Ellis said that the Government was committed to ensuring that people with disability have access to the best possible employment services. In the 2011-12 Budget the Australian Government included some important changes to employment services, including a competitive tender process for Disability Employment Services - Employment Support Services.

Source: http://www.ministers.deewr.gov.au/ellis/government-continues-demand-best-employment-services-job-seekers-disability

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Greeks rally on eve of bailout meeting

Greeks protest against budget cuts as eurozone ministers prepare to approve a new bailout for the nation.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=720436&vId=

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Electric dreams

Electric toothbrush (Thinkstock)

Does an electric toothbrush clean your teeth better than a manual?

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Distressed investment

Richard Chandler (ABC News - The Business)

Reclusive billionaire Richard Chandler has a reputation for buying low and rebuilding. Can he save Gunns?

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Enchanting first kiss

Science - The magical first kiss (Thinkstock)

Over ninety per cent of lovers can remember exactly where and when their first kiss occurred.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Brown left Whitney's funeral after fight

Whitney Houston's ex-husband Bobby Brown left her funeral after an alleged bust-up with a family member.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=720077&vId=

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Cher Lloyd apologises

Cher Lloyd has apologised for offending Cheryl Cole with her 'joke' that her former mentor cannot sing live.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/showbiz/article.aspx?id=719767&vId=

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Media Release: Queensland man charged with child exploitation material offences - Australian Federal Police

A 36-year-old Queensland man is scheduled to appear in Maroochydore Court today (Thursday 16 February) charged with accessing and possessing child exploitation material.. The AFP is committed to combating the exploitation of children and takes the crimes of creating, possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material very seriously. Use of the phrase child pornography' actually benefits child sex abusers:.

Source: http://www.afp.gov.au/media-centre/news/afp/2012/february/queensland-man-charged-with-child-exploitation-material-offences.aspx

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Party

Party (triple j)

Chairlift teams up with Das Racist's Kool A.D. for a smooth-sounding cover from Beyonce.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Pokies reforms not guaranteed- Greens

Passage of the fed govt's pokies legislation is not guaranteed, says Greens Senator Richard Di Natale.

Source: http://www.skynews.com.au/politics/article.aspx?id=719488&vId=

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Aust stocks set to fall at open

Doubts arise over whether bailout can actually save Greece. 16 Feb 2012 7:01 AM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Australian-market-preview-RHRBB?opendocument&src=idp

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Saturday, February 18, 2012

Vocus plans third, fourth Sydney data centres

Increases rack density with 1425 square metre build-out.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/News/290601,vocus-plans-third-fourth-sydney-data-centres.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+All+Articles+feed

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Maths on your mind

Girl working on a maths problem (Thinkstock.com)

Electrical and magnetic stimulation of the brain can enhance your mathematical ability.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/bestof/

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Bligh threatens legal action against Qantas

Premier she will do all she can to keep jobs in state. 17 Feb 2012 12:51 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Bligh-vows-to-keep-Qantas-jobs-RJU4Z?opendocument&src=rss

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TECHNOLOGY SPECTATOR: The AFL's Telstra-free path

If the AFL were to create its own digital platform it could cut�Telstra�out of the equation, giving itself more freedom to prepare for the upcoming wave of digital change. 17 Feb 2012 7:15 PM

Source: http://www.businessspectator.com.au/bs.nsf/Article/Superbowl-broadcast-nbc-nfl-twitter-afl-technology-pd20120217-RJT45?opendocument&src=rss

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Review: Dell's XPS 15z laptop

A surprisingly strong all-rounder with plenty of power, style and battery life.

Source: http://www.itnews.com.au/Review/274579,review-dells-xps-15z-laptop.aspx?utm_source=feed&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=iTnews+Reviews+feed

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