Australia
RSL Blacktown war memorial puts up photograph of Indian army
By Shveata Chandel Singh at June 11, 2017 | 11:32 pm | 0 Comment
The Indian army had played a great part in Gallipoli and thousands have sacrificed their living while fighting there. As per the historians, almost 1400 Indians died and more than 300 were wounded at Gallipoli while fighting along with Australian soldiers. To honour the sacrifices of Indian Army men, a photograph of the Indian Army was added to the war memorial of RSL more...
The 64th Sydney film festival begins
By PT News Service at June 8, 2017 | 1:47 am | 0 Comment
The 64th Sydney Film Festival (7 – 18 June) opened on June 7, 2017 at the State Theatre with the world premiere of Australian film We Don’t Need a Map. Festival Director Nashen Moodley was pleased to open his sixth Festival to a packed auditorium including the film’s director Warwick Thornton and producer Brendan Fletcher, alongside Timmy Murrmurrnga Burarrwanga, more...
Government committed to reduce food wastage across NSW
By Agencies at May 5, 2017 | 4:08 am | 0 Comment
Government wants people to participate in Great Food Waste study. The study will find out how much and what types of food are wasted in NSW households each year. To be part of the study, households can request an EPA food waste bag online. Once it arrives, participants are asked to clean out their fridge, putting expired food in the bag instead of putting it in the more...
Through Adil Hussain’s artistic journey
By Shveata Chandel Singh at April 29, 2017 | 12:47 am | 0 Comment
Adil Hussain is a versatile actor and that’s apparent from the kind of roles he’s played thus far in the films like ‘English Vinglish’, ‘Main Aur Charles’, ‘Lootera’ and ‘Life of Pi’ to name few. It’s this choice of content-driven roles that separates him from other actors. Driven by his artistic vigor, actor Adil Hussain has traversed more...
Volunteer orgaisation receives top honours at 2017 Premier’s Harmony Dinner
By Agencies at March 17, 2017 | 2:34 am | 0 Comment
A volunteer organisation that established a solidarity walk confronting racism and discrimination has received top honours at the 2017 Premier’s Harmony Dinner. Premier Gladys Berejiklian presented the Stepan Kerkyasharian AO Harmony Award to the Moving Forward Together Association at an event at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse. “The Moving Forward Together more...
Now party until wee hours in 7 live entertainment venues in Sydney
By Agencies at March 15, 2017 | 11:42 pm | 0 Comment
If you are planning to party until wee hours, there is a good news for you as seven licensed live entertainment venues in Sydney’s CBD and Kings Cross have been approved to extend trading hours. Oxford Art Factory and Mr B’s Hotel are the latest Sydney venues allowed to admit customers until 2am and serve drinks until 3.30am, under lockout law exemptions more...
Vivid -‘Festival of lights’ to illuminate Sydney for 23 spectacular nights
By Agencies at March 15, 2017 | 12:10 am | 0 Comment
Vivid Sydney returns from 26 May to 17 June 2017, promising its biggest program ever. The world’s largest festival of light, music and ideas returns this year with a stellar program that will illuminate Sydney for 23 spectacular nights. The Vivid Light Walk returns to the city, joined by displays at Chatswood, Martin Place, Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo, plus an more...
Outstanding women of NSW awarded
By Agencies at March 9, 2017 | 12:52 am | 0 Comment
Inspirational women from across the state have been recognised at the 2017 NSW Women of the Year Awards. Now in its sixth year, the NSW Women of the Year Awards(external link) recognises and celebrates the outstanding contribution made by women across NSW to industry, community, and society. Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Women Tanya Davies congratulated more...
The Lennox joins ‘Parramasala party’
By PT News Service at March 1, 2017 | 6:38 am | 0 Comment
Parramasala 2017 is proud to announce The Lennox as a presenting partner of the festival. The Lennox is a collection of luxury riverside residences in Parramatta overlooking the Parramatta River and opposite the main Parramasala venues of Prince Alfred Square and The Riverside Theatre. The Lennox joins Parramasala as a Major Festival sponsor. Parramasala is a free more...
Warning of eTender scam – SCC Fraud & Cybercrime Squad
By PT News Service at February 22, 2017 | 12:58 am | 0 Comment
NSW Police are warning about a scam which is targeting businesses and individuals submitting tenders online to the state government. The Department of Finance, Services and Innovation warns that a scam email purports to come from ‘NSW Procurement Service’ and incorporates a “plausible” – but fake – sender email address. The email seeks confidential login more...
