Victoria’s Secret is set to open its first “full assortment” boutique in Queensland, adding to more than 1350 branches worldwide, with a grand opening to feature 150 VIP guests including celebrities and influencers and international execs. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show is returning with a “new version” after a four-year hiatus, the lingerie brand’s chief … [Read more…]
Multiple people are dead after a “worst nightmare” fire at a 92-room hostel in New Zealand’s capital. The Loafers Lodge caught alight overnight, prompting an evacuation at the four-storey hostel in the southern Wellington suburb of Newtown. Around 90 emergency personnel responded to the blaze, which was doused around sunrise on Tuesday. Helicopters winched around … [Read more…]
Dedicated members of the Friends of Doonkuna Reserve in Braddon. National Volunteer Week falls on 15–21 May. A time to celebrate the tireless efforts of volunteers across Australia, this year’s National Volunteers Week’s theme is ‘The Change Makers’. Volunteers have a powerful impact on Canberra, often in ways that cannot be quantified. From schools to … [Read more…]
The Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA) will represent around 12,000 members or 60 per cent of the Financial Advisers Register (FAR), chair David Sharpe said. Speaking at an FAAA roadshow, Mr Sharpe said that excluding stockbrokers listed on the FAR, the FAAA will actually represent “far north of 60 per cent” of financial advisers and … [Read more…]
BY THE CANBERRA TIMES It’s been nearly 29 years since David Westley won the premiership with the Canberra Raiders, but the memories made in the capital are unforgettable. Westley happily travelled down memory lane while back in Canberra over the weekend along with a group of Raiders greats for the annual Forever Green round. The … [Read more…]
Admittedly with only one or two exceptions, I quite agree that the musical aspect of the ceremony was of high quality, with newly composed pieces alongside music that have been part of previous coronations and, without which, a coronation would hardly be a coronation. The combined choirs of Westminster Abbey, along with various soloists, were … [Read more…]
A 20-year-old man was arrested and charged with family violence and weapons offences during a disturbance at an Evatt home on Monday evening. After speaking to a person at the home, who alleged they had been assaulted by the man, police say they arrested him nearby a short time later. Police say a search of … [Read more…]
A trio of Gold Coast academy stars has recruiters buzzing — and wondering whether the Suns will have to trade even more picks ahead of the draft. Plus the standout players from the AFL Academy’s win over Carlton’s VFL side and the latest mid-season draft whispers. Foxfooty.com.au breaks down the latest talent news and updates … [Read more…]
“I love giving back.” “It’s great to meet new people.” “I like to help in any way I can.” “It’s a simple act that makes a big difference.” Those are just a few of the statements I have heard this week as volunteers from across our Diocese come together to celebrate National Volunteer Week. The … [Read more…]
With five wins on the trot the Raiders are one of the hottest teams in the NRL and they will fancy their chances of making it six against a Manly team riding a three-game losing streak. The Raiders have now taken care of the Eels, Bulldogs, Dolphins, Dragons and Broncos in consecutive weeks to sit … [Read more…]