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Antiques
Don Bradman’s Baggy Green Caps Smashes Auction Record
Don Bradman's baggy green cap breaks auction record Story updated to show auction result: Sir Donald Bradman’s rare Baggy Green cap has sold for a record-breaking $460,000 at Lloyds Auctions, setting the highest price ever achieved for a Donald Bradman Baggy Green. The...
Corporate and Event Photography
Western Sydney Oyster Festival Surprises in August, Shucks!
From the Estuary to the Esky: Rooty Hill’s Oyster Festival Brings Farm-Fresh Bivalves and a Shuckload of Fun to Western Sydney Let’s be honest—Rooty Hill isn’t exactly known for its briny sea breeze. It’s not a sleepy fishing village. There are no...
Art Theft & Fraud
Koonalda Cave Vandals Destroy Ancient Aboriginal Treasure
Koonalda Cave Vandalism: Desecration of an Ancient Aboriginal Treasure Deep beneath the windswept expanse of the Nullarbor Plain lies Koonalda Cave, one of the most significant archaeological and cultural sites in Australia. Carved into its walls are intricate lines and patterns believed...
Formula E
Formula E World Championship electric car racing calendar 2023
The 2023 FIA World Championship Formula E season 9 marks the beginning of the Gen3, the third generation of electric race car in the championship, which is the fastest, lightest, most powerful and efficient electric race car ever built. McLaren Racing joins...
Australian Politics
RFS Firefighters Unite North America and Australasia
Wildfires are a natural disaster that know no borders. As climate change intensifies, the frequency and severity of these fires have increased, posing significant challenges to affected regions. In response, a remarkable system of international cooperation has developed, enabling the...
Art Galleries & Museums
PHOTO Australia Closes: A Curtain Falls on a Rising Festival
Australia’s photography community has lost one of its brightest platforms. PHOTO Australia, the organisation behind Victoria’s acclaimed PHOTO festival, has announced it will close after seven transformative years, with the 2026 edition officially cancelled. The news is a devastating blow for a...
Collectibles
How to Clean Pearls ° Cultured Pearl Types Explained
The value of pearls is judged on six factors: color, size, shape, surface, luster, and the thickness of the nacre, a natural substance that the oyster uses to coat intrusions such as grit or sand into their shells. Pearls with a...
Earth Care
Herbs and Plants That Repel Insects: A Permaculture Approach
Herbs and Plants That Repel Insects: A Permaculture Approach Permaculture, a sustainable and holistic approach to agriculture and gardening, emphasizes the importance of biodiversity and ecosystem balance. One of the fundamental principles of permaculture is mixed planting, which not only promotes plant health...
Australian Politics
A message from Julian Assange re: Australian federal election
Julian Assange is currently in Rome after attending the funeral of Pope Francis. This message from Julian was sent via his brother Gabriel Shipton ..."With the...
Australian Politics
Logging halted after Forestry Corp misidentifies trees
This morning, 11 June 2024, more than 20 individuals, predominantly university and high school students, halted the logging of Orara East State Forest for three hours,...
Australian Politics
Who Supports Koalas & Native Timber Logging in NSW Election 2023
Political party policies on protecting koala habitat, ending native forest logging, puppy farms, egg battery cages, and establishing an animal welfare authority have been polled ahead...
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Are forests the new coal? Is Biomass energy renewable?
There is a new and growing threat to the world’s forests, people and climate: the biomass energy industry, touted as a ‘renewable’ energy. The use...
Photography Appraisals, Auction Agent and Authentication
Photography collectors services: appraisals, auction agent and representation, legal authentication, and valuation of historic and artistic important photographs. Welcome to the realm of photography excellence,...
Down Under Rhythms: The Men at Work Saga
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As soon as Men At Work hit the radio waves in 1982, we knew the album would be an Aussie legend. These photos were...
Vivian Maier was Phil Donahue’s nanny
In the enigmatic world of Vivian Maier, every revelation unveils a new layer of her captivating narrative. Recently, a surprising connection emerged, shedding light...
EPA Changes Rules to Protect Greater Gliders, again
The EPA Have Changed the Rules to Protect Greater Gliders, Again The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has changed the rules that Forestry Corp must...
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Documentary, Street, Photojournalism
Nikon Z fc Mirrorless Camera Looks Like a Retro Film Camera
The Nikon Z fc mirrorless camera is a delightful nod to the classic Nikon 35mm film cameras, combining vintage design with modern functionality. This camera is perfect for photographers who appreciate the tactile experience of...
Entertainment
Should Kevin Spacey Remain Cancelled?
The concept of "cancel culture" has become a prominent and often contentious topic in recent years. It refers to the practice of withdrawing support for public figures or companies after they have done or said...
Foodies & Vine
History, Variations and Health Benefits of Pho Soup
Pho, pronounced "fuh," is a quintessential Vietnamese soup that has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. This aromatic, nourishing dish, often considered the soul of Vietnamese cuisine, is a symphony of flavors...
Foodies & Vine
Recipe for popular Korean dish Gimbap
Gimbap, also known as kimbap, is a popular Korean dish made from steamed white rice (bap) and various other ingredients, rolled in sheets of dried seaweed (gim). The rolls are sliced into bite-sized pieces and...
Earth Care
Urgent Need for Transitioning to Plantation Timber
As the world faces increasing environmental challenges, the need to reevaluate and transition forestry practices has never been more critical. In New South Wales (NSW), the debate over the use of state forests versus plantation...
Australian Politics
EPA Changes Rules to Protect Greater Gliders, again
The EPA Have Changed the Rules to Protect Greater Gliders, Again The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has changed the rules that Forestry Corp must obey before and during logging just days after local community scientists...
On Photography
Exposure Triangle, What is ISO/ASA?
Understanding the concept of ISO and ASA is akin to unlocking a crucial element of the art form of film photography. The principles of 'ISO speed', 'aperture', and 'exposure time' have seamlessly transitioned into digital photography,...
Corporate and Event Photography
Cirque du Soleil Best Photos of LUZIA, Light and Rain
Australian tour Cirque du Soleil info & a picture editor's look at some great circus photographs of Cirque du Soleil by photographers Anne Colliad and Matt Beard. Cirque du Soleil Australian tour of LUZIA Cirque du Soleil,...
Australian Politics
What is Elon Musk’s “everything app” aka “X”?
What does Elon Musk's "everything app" do? The "everything app," often referred to as "X" or the "website formerly known as Twitter", is envisioned as a comprehensive, multi-functional platform that integrates a variety of services...
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An account of the life of Captain James Cook
CAPTAIN COOK'S life, or the account of so much of it as is recoverable, has been so often recounted that there is no occasion...
Woodside’s North West Shelf (NWS) Gas Project
Woodside’s North West Shelf Gas Project Woodside’s North West Shelf (NWS) Gas Project is one of the largest and longest-running fossil fuel operations in Australia....
Can Hegseth and D.O.G.E. balance the Pentagon budget?
Allies and enemies of the USA will be watching "Our generals are not ready for this moment in history. Not even close. The next President...
Canada defeats Australia to win the 2022 Davis Cup
Canada become Davis Cup Champions for the first time 28 November 2022 - Canada won the 2022 Davis Cup by Rakuten Finals after a 2-0 clean...
Andre Kertesz, a pioneer of street & fine art photography
Who was Andre Kertesz? André Kertész (1894–1985) was a Hungarian-born photographer known for his significant contributions to the field of photography, particularly in the areas...