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As a New Moon appears on the horizon
and we enter the cycle of Pisces what do the Stars portend for you. Money,
health, a new job or something more exciting? Weekly Horoscopes |
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Based on the best selling novel by
Dennis Lehane, Martin Scorsese's Shutter Island is a twisted tale of
psychological suspense that unfolds in a hospital for the criminally insane.
Yummy! Movies : Shutter Island |
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What do they do with aging actors in
Hollywood? Well, it appears, they shave their heads, pump them full of celluloid
testosterone and send them out to shoot up all that moves and call it a movie.
Movies : From Paris With Love |
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This Cheese Stuffed Capsicum recipe
is for the diet conscious and is suitable for those who are vegetarians and is
flavoursome and good in protein. Only contains 546 kilojoules and serves four
people. Recipe |
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Set approximately 10 years after the
events of the original BioShock, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins
of the past so says our resident game addict. Games : BioShock 2 |
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What's coming up at the movies? See
trailers for Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Leaves Of Grass, Cats
and Dogs : The Revenge of Kitty Galore, Tyler Perry's Why Did I Get
Married Too and more!. Movies : Movie Trailers |
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WebWombatMotoring reports
that Suzuki has launched a new SX4 line-up, delivering more power, more fuel
efficiency and more safety. Motoring : Suzuki SX4 |
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When a lightweight relationship
segues into a lightweight breakup it makes for a fairly lightweight viewing
experience no matter how charming it seems, was the view of
WebWombatDVD. DVD Review : 500 Days Of Summer |
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Our WebWombatMusic guru
finds this album as a departure from the naïve, innocent music which we
have seen from the Stones, Down the Way and anticipates it opening a
few doors internationally. Music : Angus & Julia Stone |
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Ever wondered what it would be like
to play golf on a course where every hole had a 19th waiting for you? Well, it's
called Nullarbor Links and it's waiting for you in Outback Australia. Travel : Nullarbor Links |
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What movie is topping the charts
this week? Avatar has been knocked off the perch in the USA but still there in
Australia. WebWombatMovies brings it to you. Movies : Boxoffice |
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According to our
WebWombatMotoring writer Honda has announced the release of a Limited
Edition Honda Jazz called the "Vibe". Motoring : Honda Jazz Vibe |
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This week our Wine Connoisseur
samples a Hesketh "Perfect Stranger" Gruner Veltliner 2008 from Austria & an
Evans & Tate Classic Red 2008 from the Margaret River. Wine of the Week |
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In this last week under the
influence of the Water-Carrier what is in store for you? Will Aquarians have
love, luck, licence or lunacy? Read and find out more! Weekly
Horoscopes |
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It's the movie which finally knocked
off James Cameron's record breaking run at #1 at the US Box Office - but what's
it all about? Let WebWombatMovies give you a peek. Movies : Dear John |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
writer reports that the all-new Volvo S60 is set to be unveiled at next month's
Geneva Motor Show and released in Australian at the end of this year. Motoring : Volvo S60 |
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Move over Harry Potter, there is a
new kid in town and he is a little bit cooler and has no trouble with his eye
sight, says our WebWombatMovies reviewer. Movies : Percy Jackson & The
Lightning Thief |
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A little bit of decadence in a
devilish dessert. An Apple Crisp with a dollop of thickened cream or ice-cream.
Simple to make and don't feel guilty about savouring it with a sweet dessert
wine. Recipe |
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A succulent garden near busy
Camberwell Junction with dense jungle-like foliage and flowers and a market
garden of luscious fruits and vegetables. Lifestyle : Organic Gardening |
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Our man with a fine taste in music
defines this album as perfect for putting on when sitting in a pool with a
beverage, yet also will get you in the right mood before a big night out. Music : Groove Armada |
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Our WebWombatMovies
reviewer describes this a a mix of documentary-style realism with a more
traditional crime story plot: the result is never less than enthralling. Movies
: A Prophet |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
writer test drove the Subaru Outback 3.6R. He found it has everything, from
push-start ignition with smart key & rain sensing wipers, to dusk sensing
headlights. Motoring : Subaru Outback
3.6R |
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Less than two shopping days left to
Valentine's Day. Has it become too commercial? Is it a day for romance or do we
just feel the pressure of having to perform? Valentine's Day |
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Check out the latest screenshots
& trailer of the soon to be released game Fallout: New Vegas.
Lot's of other upcoming releases to peek at as well. Upcoming Game : Fallout: New Vegas |
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Toyota Japan & Toyota Australia
have initiated a safety recall on its current generation Prius vehicles launched
in Australia in July 2009, reports our WebWombatMotoring writer.
Motoring : Toyota Prius Recall |
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Our WebWombatDVD reviewer
found this as not completely unwatchable, but, at the end of the day, it is
simply too slow, too unsure of its audience and just too bland. DVD Review : Imagine That |
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According to our intrepid Traveller,
if you're heading to Niagara Falls have a few days at picturesque Niagara on the
Lake or visit the Swayze and Courthouse Cottages. Travel : Niagara On The Lake |
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This week our wine connoisseur
savours the taste of a McWilliam 1877 Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2005 and
Lillypilly's unusual Red Velvet 2009, an amazing blend of 12 wines. Wine of the Week |
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According to our
WebWombatMusic man wearing the headset, Blakroc isn't ground-breaking,
but it is authentic, creative, entertaining and very, very cool.
Music : Blackroc |
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Let's look into the future with our
exploration of the Stars. Is it going to be good health, romance, good fortune
or, dread the thought, the opposite for you for the week ahead? Weekly
Horoscopes |
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Insurance is an investment in our
future that we often procrastinate about. But it's vital for a balanced
investment portfolio. Make sure we choose correctly. Finance : Top 10 Life Insurance Tips |
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Our intrepid
WebWombatTravel writer tried his best to discover the secret of the
Belem Tart recipe, even tracking down a waiter who has worked at the patisserie
for nearly 40 years. Travel : Portugal's Famous Tarts |
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If you like your conspiracies grim
and your heroes ruthless, Edge of Darkness does everything you could
ask for according to our WebWombatMovie reviewer. Movies : Edge of Darkness |
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This Seafood Casserole is quick,
easy to make and nutritious dish. Serves four people. Includes peppers, celery
mushrooms, apples, bean-shoot and, of course, seafood.
Recipe |
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Make no mistake; this is a
beautiful, gentle album that folk-pop fans will cream their Gingham dresses for,
so says our WebWombatMusic reviewer. Music : The Unthanks |
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Recent images have emerged of the
2012 BMW M5, which means the German car maker will not be far off from releasing
details of its flagship model, reports our WebWombatMotoring writer. Motoring : BMW M5 |
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According to our
WebWombatMovie reviewer this film swings between being yet another
trite "inspiring" tale of high school poverty to a raw‑knuckle attack on those
very same stories. Movies : Precious |
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Is this the next-generation Porsche
911, codenamed the 998, to replace the current model in 2011. Get an inside from
our WebWombatMotoring writer. Motoring : Porsche 911 |
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Passion Pit know how to
party and put on what, is sure to be, one of the best live shows of this year.
My head's still reeling from the electro fuzz madness.
Music : Passion Pit |
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Cool theme music, convincing sense
of urban grit, solidly believable thriller plotting, down-to-earth characters
and a wry sense of humour running throughout. DVD Review : The Taking of Pelham 123 |
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This week we sample a Marlborough
Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon & Nugan
Estate's 2006 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon. Wines of the Week |
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On the Derwent River, near Hobart
sits Moorilla Estate with its winery, the largest private art museum in the
Southern Hemisphere (MONA) and a first class restaurant in The Source. Eating Out : Moorilla Estate |
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Here is a movie with a bit of bite.
A bite in the neck with a lot of blood. This is what happens when the world is
ruled by vampires facing resistance from red-blooded, juicy humans. Who wins
out? Movies : Daybreakers |
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You wouldn't be wrong if you said
Avatar was topping the charts this week, but what about all those other movies
that are showing and have have been caught in its shadow.
Australian & USA
Boxoffice |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
motoring writer reports that Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) has announced that
racing legend Allan Moffat will be appointed as their official Ambassador. Motoring :
Allan Moffat |
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G Force does have its moments, but
unless you really love guinea pigs an action movie with humans actually doing
the stunts might better suit your fantasies. DVD
Review : G Force |
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This second album from The
Almost is a powerful cohesive mixture of emo garage punk, heavy metal &
acoustic blues, says our WebWombatMusic reviewer. Music : The Almost |
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Paths of Glory by Jeffrey
Archer about George Mallory, the man who was credited with having said, when
asked, "Why do you want to climb Mount Everest?", replied simply, "Because it's
there". Books : Paths of Glory |
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If you're stuck on a game then we
may be able to help you out with our extensive database of hints and cheats.
Today we have Mass Effect 2 for the Xbox 360 platform.
Game Cheat : Mass Effect 2 |
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Our weekly horoscopes are up again.
What is in store for you for the first week of February, health, wealth or
happiness, or somthing else entirely? Weekly Horoscopes |
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We profile the fashion icon, Anna
Wintour. She is one name in fashion to fear and praise in equal parts as Vogue
Magazine editor and inspiration for The Devil Wears Prada. Fashion : Anna Wintour |
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After the billion dollar Spider-Man
franchise, director, Sam Raimi returns to the horror genre, in which he has made
his name, with Drag Me To Hell - lots of weirdness & gore. DVD Review : Drag Me To Hell |
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Murder, mayhem, good-guys, bad-guys,
vigilantes, robotic murderers - it all adds up to a mixture of ... well, mayhem
and madness according to our reviewer. Movie : Law Abiding Citizen |
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A post-mortum on the Melbourne
Big Day Out for 2010 with all the local and international events. In
Adelaide today before it next travels to and wraps up in Perth.
Post : Big Day Out |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
writer test drove .the Civic Type R and found it vastly different to its rivals
on numerous levels. Read what he had to say. Motoring : Honda Civic Type R |
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If you are thinking of doing
something special for your Valentine this year, then don't leave it until
the last moment and miss out ... 2 WEEKS TO GO..
Valentine's Day |
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If you are running out of things to
do with the kids with the holidays nearly over then go hire/buy this one.
Hopefully it won't rev them up too much. DVD Review : Aliens In The Attic |
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In this ultra-bleak adaptation of
the novel of a post-apocalyptic world Viggo Mortensen is excellent as the father
and Kodi Smit-McPhee is equally impressive as the son..
Movies :
The Road |
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A fable about the gods and a
beautiful woman and tidal waves and destruction. All from a beautiful island off
Malaysia. Travel : Langkawi, Malaysia |
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From 2010 the Honda Accord will
receive curtain airbags as standard across the entire range along with some
other minor modifications to the design. Motoring : Honda Accord |
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Chantale Delrue's artistic career
has taken her from Belgium to Japan, Mexico, California & Australia. For the
last three decades she has been living in Tasmania. The Arts : Chantale Delrue |
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Starring Adam Sandler & Seth
Rogen & directed by Judd Apatow, our WebWombatDvd reviewer feels
there is a lot to like about Funny People.
DVD Review : Funny People |
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Our interviewer after steeling
himself for an interview with a dour pair of hung over, hooliganistic musicians,
found them to be among the warmest, friendliest men in rock'n'roll today. Music Interview : Kasabian |
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Our wine connoisseur sampled a 2007
BlackJack Cabernet Merlot & a Deen De Bortoli Vat 7 2008 Chardonnay. He also
had a tipple of a Climbing Wines 2009 Sauvignon Blanc. Wines of the Week |
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Our WebWombatDVD reviewer
say this has an ending you won't expect but what else with an innocent child who
has a calculating and psychotic ability to kill. DVD Review
: Orphan |
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Here we are in the last week of
January 2010, yes, the first month nearly over. How are things going to pan out
for you over the week ahead? Check your Stars to find out! Weekly
Horoscopes |
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Our WebWombatGames reviewer
battles the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, the sacred Charred Council,
vengeful Angels, demons and the forces of Hell, but does he come up trumps?
Games: Darksiders |
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On the 26th January we celebrate
Australia Day. There will be so much to see and do and most of it FREE. Get out
with the family and friends and participate. Australia Day Activities |
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Have a sneak peek at what's coming
up at the movies. Lots of short movie trailers and insightful commentary about
soon to be released blockbusters, and not so blockbusters. Movies : Trailers |
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A thick creamy Zucchini Soup. Easy
to make and freeze for later re-heating. Dip in some chucky crusty bread and
enjoy as a snack or as an entré to the main course. Recipe |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
writer talks about the mysterious Lexus IS Circuit Club Sport Concept car which
was on display at this months Tokyo Auto Salon show. Motoring : Lexus IS CCS |
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Our WebWombatMusic reviewer
found Ruins Of Our Town a serene indie pop record perfect for a balmy
summer night. Listen and immerse in the sounds only heard on the streets of your
town.
Music : A Man Called Son |
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Clint Eastwood as director, with his
rock-steady touch, tells the story of how Nelson Mandela held South Africa
together through the power of Rugby. Movies :
Invictus |
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The Honda CR-Z sports hybrid made
its debut at the Detroit Motor Show this month and will be making its debut in
Europe at the 80th Geneva International Motor Show in March. Motoring : Honda Hybrid CR-Z |
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Check out our new database of wine
varieties. Easy to read and easy to locate the wine of your choice. And, better
still, we are constantly adding new wines to the list. Wine :
Varietals |
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More for the petrol head. If you
appreciate a good Formula One race then we provide you with a timetable for
2010. And just follow the links to the World Superbike & Moto GP World
Championship calendars. Motoring : More Calendars |
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It's 24 days until Valentine's Day.
The significance of this day goes back many centuries but in more recent times
is has become a marketing bonanza. What does it really mean? Event : Valentine's Day |
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Cruising for a whole 12 nights from
Malaga in Spain to Madeira in Portugal and then, across the Atlantic to San Juan
in the Caribbean - sun, salt and relaxation. Travel : Cruising Malaga to Madeira |
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How the dumb blonde joke
originated is unknown, but it is speculated it has something to do with how
blonde babies are perceived, as innocent and naive. Is that explanation a
joke? Joke of the Day |
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Nine is a vibrant and
provocative musical that follows the life of Guido Contini (Daniel Day-Lewis) as
he reaches a creative and personal crisis of epic proportions. Movies:
Nine |
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Fame! on Blu-ray. We seem
to be reviewing a lot of the old dance genre of late. Seems our
WebWombatDVD reviewer loves a good toe tapping musical. DVD : Fame - The Extended Dance
Edition |
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Hyundai YF Sonata sells more than
1,000 vehicles per day since its debut in its domestic market and soon to be
released onto the Australian market. Motoring : Hyundai YF
Sonata |
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The Music Scene by
Blockhead is of type that would provide a seamless backdrop to a lazy Sunday
afternoon but sits comfortably as the soundtrack for a cool cocktail bar or
funky eatery. Music : Blockhead |
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For all petrol heads who have a
passion for the mighty V8, check out when and where the V8 Supercars will be
racing in 2010 on our calendar of events. Motoring : V8 Supercars |
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If you like break dancing, watch
this movie. Because that's about all you're going to get out of it. There may
not be much of a plot, but there's plenty of dancing. DVD Review
: B-Girl |
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This week our wine connoisseur
samples and recommends the lower alcohol McWilliams Balance Shiraz & Balance
Semillon Sauvignon Blanc and the Mick's Bin 56; Tim's 2005 Cabernet blend. Wines of the Week |
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Director, Jason Reitman teams up
with Oscar winner George Clooney, Vera Farmiga & Jason Bateman for a film
which has more Oscar buzz surrounding more than any other recent release. Movie : Up In The Air |
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Your Stars will reveal the future
for you. Capricorn is in the decent with Aquarius on the rise. For Aquarians,
expect a surprise visit from an old acquaintance. Weekly
Horoscopes |
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The album Stay contains
beautiful ballads plus collaboration with Australia's own Kate Cebrano but it
fails to reach the same heights as his previous albums. Music : Ronan Keating |
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Simple to make Fairy Cakes with jam
topping and sprinkled with icing sugar. Always a treat at children's parties. Recipe : Fairy Cakes |
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With brochures, including The Farm
Gate Guide, Tasmania's Wine Routes, and the flyers for Cadbury's Factory and
Cascade Brewery I set off to explore Hobart. Travel : Hobart, Tasmania |
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Our WebWombatMotoring
writer took a Honda Accord 6 out for a spin around the highways and byways of
Melbourne and shares his thoughts with all of us. Motoring : Honda Accord V6 |
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From our perspective, the gags are
cheesy, the story predictable - but that's what kids movies need to deliver, and
Tooth Fairy gives everything required without ever excelling or disappointing.
Movie : Tooth Fairy |
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The 6th Sydney Comedy Festival will
open in April and it looks to be the biggest and best yet, with stars from
stage, screen and TV ready to perform throughout Sydney. Theatre : Sydney Comedy
Festival |
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Our WebWombatDVD reviewer
found this one to be formulaic, predictable and been done many times before, but
also found the acting, script and comedy surprisingly good. DVD Review : The Wizards of Waverly
Place |
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WebWombatMotoring looks at
the Audi e-tron Detroit Showcar which is a further development of the e-tron
concept launched at the recent 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. Motoring : Audi e-tron |
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WebWombatMovies talks to
some of Bran Nue Dae's cast members, including Jessica Mauboy, Dan Sultan and
Rocky McKenzie. Interview :
Stars of Bran Nue Dae |
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If you can't guess which movie is
topping the box office this week then you haven't been to the movies. And it's
doing 7X more in the USA. Australian Movie Box Office |
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WebWombatMotoring reports
that Subaru is applying the Federal Government's full tariff reduction to
maintain the recommended driveaway price on its Impreza R. Motoring :
Impreza R |
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