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Hasselblad camera ° medium format film camera
The Hasselblad 500CM camera is a medium format film camera that was first introduced in 1970 by the Swedish camera manufacturer Hasselblad. It is part of the Hasselblad 500 series, which has been known for its exceptional build quality and image...
Australian Politics
Bunnings CCTV Dilemma – Security versus Privacy
The Surveillance Dilemma: Bunnings, Privacy, and the Role of Facial Recognition Technology The debate over facial recognition technology (FRT) pits safety and security against privacy rights, and Bunnings, one of Australia’s most recognized retailers, finds itself at the center of this ethical...
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Cast-Iron Hubley Toys & Schucho Toys
Cast-Iron Schucho Toys & Schuco Teddy Bears Heinrich Muller, founder and guiding personality behind Schuco toys, was very much a child of this age. Born in 1887 and educated to be a businessman, he nonetheless gravitated toward the burgeoning field of technology....
Earth Care
US cattle quarantined after contact with fracking wastewater
Supporting documents for our story asking if the produced water from fracking gas operations is safe to use on diary cattle. Read also: The Town That Said NO to AGL – How Gloucester was saved from coal seam gas Pennsylvania cattle quarantined after...
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John Bell re-enacts historic Hitler – Hoffman photo session
In 1925 Adolf Hitler made a controversial set of nine photos with his photographer friend, Heinrich Hoffman, as Hitler practiced his public speaking moves, rehearsing his poses and hand gestures for his public speeches. In 1985, Australian actor John Bell and photographer...
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Maserati victory at FIA Formula E World Championship in Jakarta
Maserati MSG Racing driver Maximilian Günther claims first win for Maserati in single-seat motorsport since Juan-Manuel Fangio's legendary win at the Nurburgring in 1957 Second race in the 2023 GulaVit Jakarta E-Prix double-header sees Jake Dennis take a consecutive runner-up position Mitch Evans...
Australian Politics
High Court win for forest activists against Forestry Corp NSW
High Court Ruling Opens Door for Environment Groups to Sue NSW Forestry Corporation CANBERRA, April 9 — In a landmark judgment handed down today, the High Court of Australia has unanimously ruled that environmental organisations with a "special interest" can sue the...
Foodies & Vine
Bachelor’s Guide to Cooking with a Microwave Oven
Mastering the Art of Cooking with a Microwave Oven “We live in strange times. If your idea of a hot meal is nuking leftover pizza with the box still under it, this one’s for you.” Scroll down for a couple of good microwave...
Australian Politics
Cheaper Groceries, Stronger Communities with Box Divvy
How Sharing Groceries is Bringing Back the Neighbourhood Once upon a time, groceries came with a smile and a chat, not a barcode and a beep. Neighbours...
Earth Care
Forest wars in Shallow Crossing State Forest, South East NSW
6 March 2023 - Young Indigenous woman Takesa Frank has suspended herself 20m above the ground in a treesit cabled to logging machinery in a bid...
Australian Politics
AI jobs are increasing productivity, says PwC
In a significant development for the global labor market, sectors more exposed to AI are experiencing a remarkable surge in productivity, according to PwC's inaugural 2024...
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Darbuka Drums: The Rhythmic Heart of Middle Eastern Music
Darbuka, also known as the doumbek or goblet drum, is a popular percussion instrument with a rich history in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean music....
Meet the Frackers: Coal seam gas company, Comet Ridge
Comet Ridge is a Brisbane-based ASX listed coal seam gas (CSG) exploration and development company with projects in Queensland, ASX code COI. Their projects include...
Podunk Weekly Bugle Vol.1 No.8 – Election Result
Podunk - The Friendly Town In this Edition:Mayor Dean East Easy Ride to VictoryPodunk Council Election ResultsMount Podunk Fire Brigade ElectionSteptoe and the Misplaced Antiques...
Investing in Rare Coins: A Trove for Your Coin Portfolio
When it comes to diversifying an investment portfolio, rare coins are often overlooked gems that can offer substantial returns. Whether you’re a seasoned numismatist...
What to collect in Vintage & Antique Cruet Sets
Collecting Vintage & Antique Cruet Sets Cruet sets have varied in size and shape over the last three centuries and the care and craftsmanship lavished...
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Bendigo Gig Guide – Vol.1 No.1 April 2026
Bendigo Gig Guide - Vol.1 No.1 April 2026 - Archive This is the Archive of our Bendigo Gig Guide for April 2026. For the current guide, please visit the BENDIGO GIG GUIDE The New Bendigonian Gig Guide...
Living & Culture
Tiny Homes: A Small Answer to a Growing Housing Crisis
SPECIAL REPORT | Tiny Homes: Small Spaces, Big Questions in a World Short on Shelter There are now more displaced people on Earth than at any point since records began. Wars redraw borders overnight, climate change...
Global Affairs
Have we stopped worrying – and learned to love Israel’s bomb?
Israel’s nuclear arsenal is modern diplomacy’s worst-kept secret Israel’s nuclear arsenal is modern diplomacy’s worst-kept secret: neither officially acknowledged nor formally denied, yet widely understood to exist. Despite decades of UN resolutions and sustained international pressure to...
Foodies & Vine
Harvest Under Scrutiny: Tax Office Vineyard Labour Crackdown
Sour Grapes: Tax Crackdown Shines a Light on SA’s Vineyard Workforce The taxman has arrived in wine country—and he’s not here for a wine tasting. In April 2026, a coordinated strike involving the Australian Taxation Office,...
Australian history
The Forgotten Bunkers of Australia’s Strategic Fuel Reserve
Running on Empty: What WWII Can Teach Us About Fuel Storage in a Crisis Australia is currently rediscovering a hard truth: a nation without fuel is a nation at a standstill. As the Middle East conflict...
Australian Politics
Grattan on Friday: A fuel plan should be on Albanese’s agenda
Grattan on Friday: A future plan on fuel should be central to Albanese government’s reform agenda Using one lens, you could view the present contest between the Albanese government and the Taylor-Canavan opposition as pragmatism versus populism. A...
Country Living
Bendigo Gig Guide – Entertainment News & What’s On in Central Victoria
The New Bendigonian Gig Guide - Vol.1 No.2 April 2026 What's The Buzz? Tell Me What's Happening around Bendigo. Bookmark if you want, we update our Local's Guide to Bendigo Events regularly. Please scroll down to...
Collectibles
Collecting Kewpie Dolls & Kewpie Cartoons
Kewpie dolls are collectible vintage dolls known for their unique and charming design. Kewpie cartoons are also collectible and can be valuable. "Kewpie" is derived from the word "cupid," which reflects the dolls' angelic or...
Australian Politics
LINA Summit 2026: Local News Is Still Here
There's something reassuring about a room full of journalists who aren’t trying to conquer the world—just determined to cover it properly, one postcode at a time. This week, that room happens to be in Murray...
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Ancient Art of Dyeing with the Dyeing Plants of Pompeii
In Roman society, the color of one's clothing often signified their social status, profession, or even political affiliations. The art of dyeing fabrics was...
Our Ten Best Whiskey Cocktails
Whiskey, with its rich history and complex flavour profile, has long been a favourite spirit for both connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike. From the...
Ageism Awareness Day 2024: Ending Ageism in Advertising
Ageism Awareness Day 2024: Ending Ageism in Advertising On October 9, the world marks Ageism Awareness Day, an initiative by EveryAGE Counts aimed at addressing...
It’s time to tell the truth – David Marr’s Killing for Country
David Marr's Killing for Country: A Family Story David Marr was shocked to uncover that his own ancestors had served in the notoriously violent Native...
Former Coal, Oil and Gas Workers Transition to Net Zero Jobs
The global shift towards renewable energy has created a significant transition for many professionals who previously worked in the coal, oil, and gas sectors....