Sydney Writer's Festival is on May 22-28. There's a huge program and many of the events are free to attend.
W: http://www.swf.org.au
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Monday, April 17, 2006
Sydney Writer's Festival - May 22-28
Sydney Writer's Festival is on May 22-28. There's a huge program and many of the events are free to attend.
W: http://www.swf.org.au
Sunday, April 16, 2006
Sydney Park
Went for a walk around Sydney Park oval in the evening. The oval was lit up and I liked the shadows being cast onto the asphalt as we walked around the park.
Saturday, April 15, 2006
Saturday
The Bigger Picture Exhibition: Hyde Park, April 8-24, 2006
Went to the city this afternoon. Had some scones with jam and cream at Cellini's, QVB and a few hot chips. Then walked through the SMH photographic exhibition at Hyde Park.
This was followed by a walk to the to the Kinokinuya bookshop to have a look at the new design books and magazines that have come in. Saw the Flips beta 1.0 pack there. Got this a few years ago when it first came out. Thought this first issue had sold out completely everywhere. It was going for $15. The CD or DVD has Bjork's 'All is Full of Love' video clip on it. Worth getting just for that. And it comes with a booklet as well. May have to get another copy myself because I've been looking for my CD or DVD but seem to have misplaced it.
Then bought some soya chicken, congee and Chinese veggies from Chinatown before heading home.
Updated the links page tonight. Went through all the links and almost half of them are no longer in existence.
Thorpe illness could resurface
"The illness that floored swimmer Ian Thorpe has been diagnosed as a strand of glandular fever, which is likely to haunt him for the rest of his career...
It was the second time he had been hit by the virus that cannot be specifically treated and can return during periods of intense exercise or stress. Grant Hackett also battles glandular fever...."
Article: Thorpe illness could resurface http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,18816568-2,00.html
Article: Thorpe has glandular fever: http://www.smh.com.au/news/sport/thorpe-has-glandular-fever/2006/04/15/1144521537393.html
It was the second time he had been hit by the virus that cannot be specifically treated and can return during periods of intense exercise or stress. Grant Hackett also battles glandular fever...."
Article: Thorpe illness could resurface http://www.news.com.au/story/0,10117,18816568-2,00.html
Article: Thorpe has glandular fever: http://www.smh.com.au/news/sport/thorpe-has-glandular-fever/2006/04/15/1144521537393.html
Few takers for true adulthood
Article in the SMH: " "Thirty is the new 20." Straight out of the mouths of today's twentysomethings comes a truth that not only helps to explain their behaviour, but also sheds some light on yet another trend reshaping our society: we seem intent on slowing down our rate of passage through the life cycle..."
W: http://www.smh.com.au/news/opinion/few-takers-for-true-adulthood/2006/04/13/1144521461740.html
W: http://www.smh.com.au/news/opinion/few-takers-for-true-adulthood/2006/04/13/1144521461740.html
Eat less if you hunger for life
"A low-calorie diet, even in people who are not obese, can lead to changes in metabolism and body chemistry that have been linked to better health and longer life, researchers are reporting. The findings lend support to the theory that eating less, long known to prolong life in rats and mice, may do the same for people by preventing heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other diseases and by slowing ageing...
W: http://www.smh.com.au/news/nutrition/eat-less-if-you-hunger-for-life/2006/04/12/1144521401601.html
W: http://www.smh.com.au/news/nutrition/eat-less-if-you-hunger-for-life/2006/04/12/1144521401601.html
Thursday, April 13, 2006
Joshn Agle aka SHAG exhibition - April
SHAG's "On the Shoulders of Giants" exhibition
"Out from Southern California Shag returns for his latest solo exhibition of original paintings with shows set for Melbourne and Sydney, both hosted by Outre Gallery. This time around Shag looks to the classics of art history and takes inspiration from some of his favourite paintings infusing them with his own playful twists and crisp style."
Outré Gallery, Melbourne: 249-251 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Saturday 22 April booksigning @ our Elizabeth St gallery 12-2pm
Melbourne Show Dates: 22 April to 23 May
Outré Gallery, Sydney: 13a Burton Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Sunday 30 April booksigning @ our Darlinghurst gallery 12-2pm
Sydney Show Dates: 29 April to 28 May
W: http://www.outregallery.com/browse.aspx?Category=59
Lucas Ihlein's Bilateral Petersham project
You can read Lucas Ihlein's Bilateral Petersham blog. He's the artist-in-residence in Petersham, Sydney, Australia during April and May.
W: http://www.squatspace.com/petersham/
W: http://www.squatspace.com/petersham/
Ben Lee, Pete Murray, and Alex Lloyd
Enjoying the music of Ben Lee, Pete Murray, Alex Lloyd a lot at the moment. Very optimistic, thoughtful, hopeful, happy kind of songs.
Ben Lee: Touring South Africa, States, Canada in April and May
http://www.ben-lee.com
Pete Murray: Touring Australia and New Zealand in April
http://www.petemurray.com
Lyrics for Opportunity
Alex Lloyd: Touring Australia in April and May
http://www:alexlloyd.com
Lyrics for Brand New Day
Ben Lee: Touring South Africa, States, Canada in April and May
http://www.ben-lee.com
Pete Murray: Touring Australia and New Zealand in April
http://www.petemurray.com
Lyrics for Opportunity
Alex Lloyd: Touring Australia in April and May
http://www:alexlloyd.com
Lyrics for Brand New Day
Supanova - Brisbane April 21-23
Supanova Pop Culture Expo features animation, comics, collectable cards, fantasy, sci-fi movie things and more.
Guests to the event include: John Schneider of Smallville and The Dukes of Hazzard, Richard Taylor of King Kong and Lord of the Rings, Patrick Kake of Chronicles of Narnia, and Chew Chan.
Where: RNA Showgrounds, Gregory Terrace, Brisbane
W: http://www.supanova.com.au
Guests to the event include: John Schneider of Smallville and The Dukes of Hazzard, Richard Taylor of King Kong and Lord of the Rings, Patrick Kake of Chronicles of Narnia, and Chew Chan.
Where: RNA Showgrounds, Gregory Terrace, Brisbane
W: http://www.supanova.com.au
Breath Palette toothpaste
Now you can have toothpaste other than the traditional mint flavour. Coming out of Japan, you've got 32 flavours to choose from including: kiwi fruit, green tea, tropical pineapple, sweet salt, pumpkin pudding and cola.
W: http://www.breathpalette.com
W: http://www.breathpalette.com
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
Newtown Flicks Short Film Festival - April 15-17
"The 2006 Inaugural Newtown Flicks Short Film Festival invited submissions from all Sydney filmmakers for their annual short film competition.
The Festival will feature a screening of short films showcasing the talent of upcoming artists and forums exploring issues relevant to today’s industry."
New Theatre, 542 King St Newtown
For program and more info: http://www.newtownflicks.com.au
The Festival will feature a screening of short films showcasing the talent of upcoming artists and forums exploring issues relevant to today’s industry."
New Theatre, 542 King St Newtown
For program and more info: http://www.newtownflicks.com.au
Animation and visual effects talk - May 3
Lights, camera, magic! Exploring animation & visual effects
"The Australian animators behind Harry Potter and the goblet of fire, Will Gammon and Ian Cope from Rising Sun Pictures, will show how they helped to transform the fourth instalment of the Potter series into a box office hit. They’ll demonstrate their role in creating the look and development of the goblet of fire. This is the second event in the Library’s popular animation series.
When: Wednesday 3 May, 6 pm for 6.30 pm
Where: Metcalfe Auditorium, Macquarie Street Wing, State Library of NSW
Cost: $13.50 (booking required)
Hosted by Ian Brown, Australian Film Television & Radio School
W: http://www.atmitchell.com/Events/talks.cfm
"The Australian animators behind Harry Potter and the goblet of fire, Will Gammon and Ian Cope from Rising Sun Pictures, will show how they helped to transform the fourth instalment of the Potter series into a box office hit. They’ll demonstrate their role in creating the look and development of the goblet of fire. This is the second event in the Library’s popular animation series.
When: Wednesday 3 May, 6 pm for 6.30 pm
Where: Metcalfe Auditorium, Macquarie Street Wing, State Library of NSW
Cost: $13.50 (booking required)
Hosted by Ian Brown, Australian Film Television & Radio School
W: http://www.atmitchell.com/Events/talks.cfm
Monday, April 10, 2006
Dad of Kiwi internet whiz gives it up
"Kiwi economist Gareth Morgan, who pocketed $40.5 million when Fairfax bought his son's internet auction business last month, is giving away his share to charity...
"I haven't worked for money for ages, I work because I enjoy it," he said. "As long as you live within your means it almost doesn't matter what your salary is..."
W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2006/04/04/1143916511997.html
"I haven't worked for money for ages, I work because I enjoy it," he said. "As long as you live within your means it almost doesn't matter what your salary is..."
W: http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2006/04/04/1143916511997.html
Popcorn Taxi: The 'Craphound' and New Tech Guru Cory Doctorow
Debates The Digital Future + Q&A
Wednesday April 19th - 7:30pm - Greater Union Bondi Junction
"Popcorn Taxi is proud to present outspoken novelist, commentator and new-tech guru Cory Doctorow as he debates the future for filmmakers and media artists in this special event presented by Popcorn Taxi and the Australian Film Commission.
Doctorow asks where does Hollywood get off, "with its antiquated business model, in treating the media user as a criminal with their draconian copyright laws?...Such laws limit the creative possibilities for artists and users." What's the future for copyright ?
This is a must for media artists! Includes an interview and audience Q&A conducted by Marcus Gillezeau, filmmaker (Firelight) and a specialist in digital production technologies."
Admission: Free
W: http://www.popcorntaxi.com.au/Events.asp?Event_ID=443
Wednesday April 19th - 7:30pm - Greater Union Bondi Junction
"Popcorn Taxi is proud to present outspoken novelist, commentator and new-tech guru Cory Doctorow as he debates the future for filmmakers and media artists in this special event presented by Popcorn Taxi and the Australian Film Commission.
Doctorow asks where does Hollywood get off, "with its antiquated business model, in treating the media user as a criminal with their draconian copyright laws?...Such laws limit the creative possibilities for artists and users." What's the future for copyright ?
This is a must for media artists! Includes an interview and audience Q&A conducted by Marcus Gillezeau, filmmaker (Firelight) and a specialist in digital production technologies."
Admission: Free
W: http://www.popcorntaxi.com.au/Events.asp?Event_ID=443
Sony Tropfest: Best of the Rest - April 11, 12
See the premier screenings of 45 fantastic short-listed films entered into Sony Tropfest 2006.
At Greater Union, Westfield Bondi Junction at 7.30pm.
W: http://www.popcorntaxi.com.au/Events.asp?Event_ID=446
At Greater Union, Westfield Bondi Junction at 7.30pm.
W: http://www.popcorntaxi.com.au/Events.asp?Event_ID=446
Glebe markets
Went to the Glebe markets on Saturday. Haven't been for a while. So parked over at the Broadway shopping centre then we walked over. Saw a few more designers setting up stalls selling their t-shirts, cards, badges, bags etc.
Really liked the the CHMO items designed by Richard Ellard. Bought 3 badges for $5 from his stall. The badges I bought were of cute illustrated characters.
Frejj was a stall with 2 girls selling hand-made leather bags and purses. They told me some of the material used is from recycled leather clothing etc, and some of the material used is from new leather. They also design commissioned bags. The designs were really cool and funky.
Lunagraph - Ed Hughes was selling photographic prints and cards. His website says: "A lunagraph is an image created using moonlight instead of sunlight." There's a gallery section on his website that shows some of the images I saw at his stall. I like the mood captured in the photos - a kind of mystic, calm quality.
Also saw a cool t-shirt, skirt stall with really cool illustration designs on the garments. I think the label was called Ruby Red or something similar. Couldn't find a website for them.
Then had a quick look at Gleebooks, then browsed some magazines at the newsagent in Broadway. Ended up getting 'Monster Children' no. 11, and 'Dwell' magazine, april 06.
Then got a hot chocolate from Campos in Newtown (193 Missenden Rd). Love the interior of the place. Felt like we were in Copenhagen or somewhere again. The hot chocolate was yummy too.
CHMO: http://www.chmo.com.au/
Frejj: http://www.frejj.com
Lunagraph: http://www.lunagraph.com.au/
Really liked the the CHMO items designed by Richard Ellard. Bought 3 badges for $5 from his stall. The badges I bought were of cute illustrated characters.
Frejj was a stall with 2 girls selling hand-made leather bags and purses. They told me some of the material used is from recycled leather clothing etc, and some of the material used is from new leather. They also design commissioned bags. The designs were really cool and funky.
Lunagraph - Ed Hughes was selling photographic prints and cards. His website says: "A lunagraph is an image created using moonlight instead of sunlight." There's a gallery section on his website that shows some of the images I saw at his stall. I like the mood captured in the photos - a kind of mystic, calm quality.
Also saw a cool t-shirt, skirt stall with really cool illustration designs on the garments. I think the label was called Ruby Red or something similar. Couldn't find a website for them.
Then had a quick look at Gleebooks, then browsed some magazines at the newsagent in Broadway. Ended up getting 'Monster Children' no. 11, and 'Dwell' magazine, april 06.
Then got a hot chocolate from Campos in Newtown (193 Missenden Rd). Love the interior of the place. Felt like we were in Copenhagen or somewhere again. The hot chocolate was yummy too.
CHMO: http://www.chmo.com.au/
Frejj: http://www.frejj.com
Lunagraph: http://www.lunagraph.com.au/
Thursday, April 6, 2006
Redfern-Waterloo Tour of Beauty
"SquatSpace invites you on the
REDFERN-WATERLOO TOUR OF BEAUTY
BONUS tour! on bicycles!
As part of the ArtLanguage: Every Publishable Place exhibition at The Cross Art Projects, Sydney’s SquatSpace will be running another popular ‘Redfern Waterloo Tour of Beauty’, a bicycle tour of a number of Redfern-Waterloo’s housing, development and historical hotspots.
NB: There are a few *strictly limited* places on the SquatSpace minibus for those with reduced mobility or no bike – please book immediately and let us know if you will be needing minibus transport (bookings - email info@squatspace.com).
WHEN: 2 PM-6 PM, Sunday April 9th 2006
WHERE: Meet 2 PM sharp in front of the (ex) TNT towers on Lawson St Redfern.
Enquiries: 0422771092 or info@squatspace.com. NB: BYO Bicycle!
COST: FREE!
BOOKINGS: Please let us know if you are planning to come along on your bike, or if you need a seat in our little van: email info@squatspace.com
We will be posting up latest news, photos and stories from the tours on our new blog."
Squatspace Redfern-Waterloo Tour of Beauty: http://www.squatspace.com/redfern/
Squatspace blog: http://www.squatspace.com/blog/
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