Thursday 1.12

First day of December... the Festive Season has arrived! There are many things to do and see that make this particular month extra special. Among a few movies that reflect the spirits of this jolly and holy period for 2011 is Arthur Christmas. Check it out here to see why.

Wednesday 30.11

Inspirational is the word to describe Terry O'Hare's long list of achievements in his life endeavour. He has designed and built many things, some are well-known,  from the Mad Max cars, the world's largest flag, to world land speed record vehicles, a floating marina and teapots! For more on his story so far, read here.

Tuesday 29.11

Very good job to Mark Webber for winning the 2011 Brazilian Formula One Grand Prix. This was his first and long awaited win of the season. Well-done!

Monday 28.11

Congratulations to Kylie Minogue and the Wiggles for being inducted into this year Aria Awards' Hall of Fame. The 2011 Aria Awards was held yesterday at the Allphones Arena in Sydney. Kylie was presented with the trophy by Prime Minister Julia Gillard. For details of other awards, performances and guests, visit here.

Friday 25.11

Another weekend is upon us, too quick!  Check out some of the wonderful sights, colours and figurines featured in this year's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City's Times Squares. Happy Thanksgiving Day! See the photos here.

Thursday 24.11

Another classic Australiana tune. Watch this (original?) version of This Is Australia (Sounds Of Then), by Ganggajang here.

Wednesday 23.11.11

Just came across what can perhaps be described as a moving and magnificient version of Great Southern Land, performed by the song's creator himself.  This is a tune that quite a few people have said they want to see replacing Australia's current National Anthem. View here to see why!

Tuesday 22.11.11

2011 Australian X-Factor Grand Finale. And the winner is... see it here

Monday 21.11

The Muppets sing 'Forget You'... now that's a light-hearted start for the new week! The movies itself will arrive in theaters on 5 Jan 2012. See this clip here.

Friday 18.11

Something for the weekend... Happy Feet 2, the sequel to the all penguin tap dancing and jolly feeling flick premiered in LA.  For more photo details of the cast and crew, view here.

Thursday 17.11

President Obama departed Darwin for Bali this evening. He was the fifth serving US president to visit Australia, but the first to touch down on the country's northern most capital city. The tour lasted less than 2 hours but nevertheless was of significant proportion.

Wednesday 16.11

Melbourne Music Week is on from this Friday, 18 November.  Featuring fantastic lineup of local and international artists. For more information, check out Kubik Melbourne here.

Tuesday 15.11

The Presidents Cup arrived in Melbourne, featuring Tiger Woods, Greg Norman and Adam Scott. Meanwhile, actual President Obama will touch down in Australia tomorrow for a quick tour.

Monday 14.11

And the winner is... The Gold Coast, 2018 Commonwealth Games host city. Well-done! For more details, see here.

Friday 11.11

11.11.11: the once in a century and not so easy to forget numbers are finally here. Enjoy while we still have them!

Thursday 10.11

Halls Gap Film Festival is on next weekend, 18-20 November.

Wednesday 9.11

Heavy raining and hail wreck havoc across Victoria today. A rare weather condition for this time of the year?

Tuesday 8.11

Anonymous: introducing an unexpected theory regarding Shakespeare's well-known plays. An interesting movies to watch!

Monday 7.11

The Great Barrier Reef: Australian top ten finalist in the search for New 7 Natural Wonders of the World. See here for more.

Friday 4.11

Berenice Marlohe and Naomie Harris: newest Bond Girls in Skyfall, to be directed by Sam Mendes. More from Ninemsn, see here.

Thursday 3.11

Australia: 2nd in the UN Human Development Index of World's Best Countries to live in. Congratulations!

Wednesday 2.11

Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome, with Mel Gibson and Tina Turner, what a classic!