Friday, May 2, 2008

SIX DIE AND EIGHT INJURED IN HARBOUR BOAT CRASH


Six people have died and eight other injured in a collison between a small cruiser and a fishing trawler at Sydney Harbour this morning.


All the victims are Australian and between the ages of 18 and 31.


The cruiser was reported to be stolen and overloaded with 14 people on the cruiser which is only licensed to carry eight people.


The cause of the accident is still unknown but it has been said that the group had stolen the cruise after a late night of drinks at a hotel in the Sydney suburb of Balmain.


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JESSICA ALBA TOPS FHM SEXIEST WOMAN POLL



It is no surprise that Jessica Alba has once again topped FHM's Sexiest Women in The World poll.


'The Eye' star is currently pregnant with long time boyfriend Cash Warren is expecting her first child in June.


Coming in close second is Transformers beauty, Megan Fox.


A surprising entry into the top 5 is The Veronicas twins Jess and LIsa, coming in at third and fourth place.


Victoria Secret Angel, Miranda Kerr takes fifth place, while Myers rival and former Miss Universe, Jennifer Hawkins comes in at a close sixth place.


Other top ten entrants include Kate Beckinsale, Natalie Imbruglia, Hayden Panettiere and Lara Bingle.




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2008 50TH ANNUAL TV WEEK LOGIES



The 2008 50th Annual TV Week Logies will take place this Sunday night on Channel 9.

Hot favourite to win is golden girl and ex Home and Away star Kate Richie, who will be battling against Neighbours glamour girl, Natalie Blair for the TV Week Gold Logie.

Other expectant winners and shows to keep a look out for include popular programs such as Home and Away, Neighbours, All Saints and McLeod's Daughters to newcomers like Sea Patrol, City Homicide and East West 101.


This year, there is no single host for the show. Instead there are key presenters such as, Lisa McCune, Adam Hills, Gary McDonald, Kate Ritchie, Daryl Somers, Georgie Parker, Bert Newton, Rose Byrne, Vince Colosimo, Denise Drysdale, Claudia Karvan, Shaun Micallef and Eddie McGuire just to name a few.



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SAM CROWNED THE BIGGEST LOSER 2008




Sam Rouen was crowned the Biggest Loser 2008 during last nights finale.


The 20-year old university student lost a whooping 71.7kg - starting off at a heavy 154.6kg and walking away at a slim 82.9kg.


Blue team winner Rouen is the youngest Biggest Loser to ever win the competition.


The two other finalist, including mother of three, Alison Braun and web designer Kirsten Binnie were also from the blue team, which is another Biggest Loser first.


Braun came second. Her starting weight was 121.7kg and she finished at 66.6kg.


Binnie came close third after she lost 54.9kg, starting at 126.8kg.



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Thursday, May 1, 2008

THIS MOTHER'S DAY DISCOVER A GIFT MUM WILL LOVE WITH AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC


This Mother's Day Discover a Gift Mum will love with Australian Geographic

Forget flowers, chocolates, perfumes and breakfast in bed….Mum has been there and done that! For a gift idea that is fun, unique and original this Mother’s Day, visit a local Australian Geographic Store!


Explore the wide range of Mother’s Day specials - from Foot Massagers, Eye Pillows, Gardening Items to Body Products bound to help her wellbeing, there are pressies to suit every Mum and your budget!


Discover the fabulous Foot Massager
Perfect for busy mums who are always on the go, the Foot Massager (RRP two for $20 – save $10) lets Mum sit back, relax and unwind where ever she is! Unlike other foot massagers that take a while to plug in and set up, this Foot Massager is easy to use, conveniently fits in any bag, and will guarantee to get Mum’s feet dancing.



Discover the lovely new Thurlby Packs
Forget expensive beauty products that never work! Celebrate Mum’s natural beauty with affordable body products designed to give her that noticeable glow – inside and out! Keep the beautician away with the lovely new Thurlby packs which include the Lemon Myrtle Dew Drop Pack (RRP $39.95) or the Foot Pamper Pack (RRP $29.95).


Discover Great Gardeners Items
Mums who have green thumbs will give you the thumbs up when you purchase one of the Australian Gardener’s Range on sale (RRP 20% Off) which includes the Australian Gardeners Hand Cleaner (RRP $14.95), the Australian Gardeners Hand Soap (RRP $9.95), and the Australian Gardeners Hand Balm (RRP $19.95). Your Mum will put Mother Nature to shame when her hands are feeling and smelling more fabulous than a spring bouquet.
Mother’s Day only happens once a year, so why not match it with a Garden Apron (RRP $29.95) or a Knee Mat (RRP $29.95), and top it off with a Bonsai Kit (RRP $19.95), and watch your Mum’s love grow for you.


Discover the Eye Pillow (RRP two for $25 deal)
This beautifully Australian-made cotton eye pillow contains therapeutic oils that soothes tired eyes, headaches and relieves stress. The Eye Pillow is ideal to use in a bath or for a restful night’s sleep, so give Mum that well-deserved beauty indulgence! With this two for $25 deal, you can even spoil Gran as well!


So go on…for this Mother’s Day on 11 May, get out your compass, put on your walking boots, and take a trip down to your local Australian Geographic store and discover a gift Mum will love! For your closest Australian Geographic store location, simply visit http://www.australiangeographicshop.com.au/