Congratulations to new Mayor of Geelong

Minister for Local Government Jeanette Powell today congratulated Darryn Lyons on his election as the new mayor of the City of Greater Geelong. “It is a great honour for Mr. Lyons to be elected by his community to represent them over the next three years,” Mrs Powell said. “The people of Geelong have spoken and […]

Top scientists put school science and maths education under the microscope

Victoria’s Minister for Education Martin Dixon today joined internationally renowned scientists and educators at the John Monash Science School to discuss the global challenge of engaging more school students in science and maths education. Speaking at the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Symposium, Mr Dixon said engaging school students in maths and science education […]

Making a Great Harbour Experience even better

Minister for Roads and Ports Duncan Gay today announced the introduction of new marina destinations for boaters on Sydney Harbour. “Everybody loves a day out on the harbour but for many recreational boaters it can often be a challenge to find somewhere to hop off, take a break, or grab something to eat or drink,” […]

Sunny Leone to groove for Tamil film ‘Vadacurry’

Chennai, Nov 25  Indo-Canadian adult film actress Sunny Leone, who has featured in Bollywood films like “Jism 2” and “Shootout at Wadala”, has been signed to feature in a special song in upcoming Tamil comedy-thriller “Vadacurry”. She will feature with actor Jai in the number. “She’s not grooving to an item number. We have roped […]

Don’t compare my style with Lady Gaga: Kangana

Mumbai, Nov 25  Kangana Ranaut makes many quirky fashion statements, and her style is sometimes also compared to that of international singer Lady Gaga. However, the Bollywood actress says comparison is not right. Gaga is known worldwide for her fashion antics. “Comparisons keep happening. I don’t think I should be compared with Lady Gaga because […]

I believe in small-budget films: Director Shoojit Sircar

Mumbai, Nov 25 Shoojit Sircar, known for his different sensibilities and filmmaking techniques, thinks that he cannot handle subjects like “Dabangg” and “Krrish” as he believes in making small-budget films that intend to both entertain and inform. He has so far made just four films and only three of them have been released. If his […]

Tejpal moves court for interim anticipatory bail

Tejpal moves court for interim anticipatory bail

New Delhi, Nov 25 Tarun Tejpal, founder and editor-in-chief of Tehelka magazine who has been accused of sexually assaulting a junior colleague in a Goa hotel earlier this month, Monday moved the Delhi High Court seeking interim anticipatory bail. Tejpal’s lawyers Geeta Luthra and Pramod Dubey mentioned the case before Justice G.S. Sistani, which is likely […]

Ethnic communities united against amending Racial Discrimination Act

Media release: 25 November 2013 One’s freedom ends where racial vilification begins – hence ECCV endorses religious and ethnic groups coming together across Australia to voice their opposition against the government’s proposed repeal of sections of the Racial Discrimination Act in the name of “free speech.” Recent reports show that around one in five Australians say […]