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Outback Cinema Hero Kept Movies Alive for 40 Years
Community Heroes5d ago

Outback Cinema Hero Kept Movies Alive for 40 Years

John Wren kept Broken Hill's last cinema running for four decades, even testing Mad Max 2 footage until dawn. Now the town's honoring the man who sacrificed everything so they could keep watching movies under the stars.

ABC Australia3 min read
Saudi Arabia Cinema Market Set to Double by 2034
SolutionsApr 6

Saudi Arabia Cinema Market Set to Double by 2034

Just seven years after lifting its decades-long cinema ban, Saudi Arabia's movie industry is exploding. The Kingdom's cinema market is projected to grow from $611 billion in 2025 to nearly $1.4 trillion by 2034.

Regional: saudi arabia development (SA)3 min read
Australia's First Astronaut Named 2026 Australian of the Year
InnovationJan 25

Australia's First Astronaut Named 2026 Australian of the Year

Katherine Bennell-Pegg, who became Australia's first qualified astronaut in 2024, has been named Australian of the Year for inspiring a nation to reach for the stars. The space engineer is now encouraging young Australians to embrace science with the same "give it a go" spirit they bring to sports fields.

ABC Australia3 min read
Weet-Bix Kimchi: Tasmania's Korean-Australian Food Fusion
InnovationFeb 15

Weet-Bix Kimchi: Tasmania's Korean-Australian Food Fusion

A Korean Australian farmer in Tasmania is making kimchi with an unlikely Australian ingredient that's winning over locals and helping fermented food take root in regional Australia. Sue Glynn's Weet-Bix kimchi formula is turning heads at workshops while connecting two cultures through food.

SBS Australia3 min read
Australian Wildcard Talia Gibson Dominates in Home Debut
SportsJan 18

Australian Wildcard Talia Gibson Dominates in Home Debut

West Australian tennis star Talia Gibson crushed her higher-ranked opponent in straight sets at the Australian Open, proving her aggressive style belongs on the world stage. The 24-year-old's journey from match point elimination at Wimbledon to confident first-round victory shows how fast she's rising.

ABC Australia2 min read
De Minaur's Focus Strategy for Australian Open Run
SportsJan 18

De Minaur's Focus Strategy for Australian Open Run

Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur is embracing a "selfish" mindset to block out distractions as he enters his ninth Australian Open as the sixth seed. The 26-year-old's fresh approach to managing his energy could be the key to his deepest grand slam run yet.

ABC Australia2 min read
Tennis Star Wins Australian Open After Achilles Comeback
SportsJan 19

Tennis Star Wins Australian Open After Achilles Comeback

Storm Hunter returned to the Australian Open after a career-threatening Achilles rupture left her in tears, wondering if she'd ever play singles tennis again. The 31-year-old Australian just won her first-round match, proving that even the most devastating injuries can't stop someone with unfinished business.

ABC Australia3 min read
Alex de Minaur Reaches Australian Open Quarterfinals
SportsJan 26

Alex de Minaur Reaches Australian Open Quarterfinals

Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur delivered a commanding performance on home soil, defeating Alexander Bublik in straight sets to reach his second Australian Open quarterfinal. The sixth seed will now face world number one Carlos Alcaraz in front of his home crowd.

Tico Times Costa Rica2 min read
Australian Wildcard Taylah Preston, 20, Stuns at Hobart
SportsJan 20

Australian Wildcard Taylah Preston, 20, Stuns at Hobart

Rising Australian tennis star Taylah Preston just turned heads with her biggest career week yet, defeating top seed Emma Raducanu in Hobart and reaching her first tour-level semifinal. The 20-year-old wildcard is proving she belongs on the big stage just as the Australian Open kicks off.

Google News - Australia Breakthrough2 min read
Hong Kong Cinema Day Returns with $3.80 Movie Tickets
Acts of KindnessApr 15

Hong Kong Cinema Day Returns with $3.80 Movie Tickets

Movie lovers in Hong Kong can catch any film for just $3.80 on April 25, as the city's beloved Cinema Day returns for its fourth year. The annual event has drawn over 600,000 filmgoers in three years, proving affordable entertainment brings communities together.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Alcaraz Thrives Without Coach at Australian Open
SportsJan 27

Alcaraz Thrives Without Coach at Australian Open

Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz is proving he doesn't need his longtime coach by his side, dominating the Australian Open and reaching his first semifinal. The world number one's powerful performance shows he's ready to chart his own path.

Google News - Australia Breakthrough2 min read
Australian Honey Fights Drug-Resistant Superbugs
InnovationMar 4

Australian Honey Fights Drug-Resistant Superbugs

Australian wildflower honey is proving powerful enough to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria, offering new hope in the fight against one of our biggest health threats. Researchers found that honey from native plants works better than antibiotics in some cases.

Medical Xpress2 min read
Couple Handcrafts Skis from Australian Timber in the Alps
InnovationApr 19

Couple Handcrafts Skis from Australian Timber in the Alps

A husband and wife team turned catastrophic first attempts into a thriving ski-making business using native Australian timber. Their handmade creations now glide down snowy mountains, proving patience and local materials can outperform mass production.

ABC Australia3 min read
Djokovic Reaches 100 Wins at Australian Open
SportsJan 19

Djokovic Reaches 100 Wins at Australian Open

Novak Djokovic just became the second player ever to win 100 matches at the Australian Open, and he's made history no one else can claim. The Serbian champion is now the first player to achieve 100 victories at three different Grand Slam tournaments.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
Australian Sprinter Breaks 10-Second Barrier at Home
SportsApr 10

Australian Sprinter Breaks 10-Second Barrier at Home

Lachlan Kennedy just became the first Australian to run 100 meters in under 10 seconds on home soil, clocking an electrifying 9.96 seconds in Sydney. The 22-year-old Queenslander says he's got more in the tank and has his sights set on the national record.

ABC Australia2 min read
British Tennis Star Wins Australian Open at 36
SportsJan 31

British Tennis Star Wins Australian Open at 36

Neal Skupski just won his second Grand Slam title with a brand new partner, proving it's never too late for a fresh start. The 36-year-old British player claimed the Australian Open doubles crown after his previous partner stepped away for mental health reasons.

BBC Sport2 min read
Coco Gauff Advances at Australian Open Despite Struggles
SportsJan 19

Coco Gauff Advances at Australian Open Despite Struggles

American tennis star Coco Gauff powered through a shaky opening match at the Australian Open, showing the mental toughness that won her two Grand Slam titles. Meanwhile, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic prepares to make history in his quest for a record-breaking 25th major championship.

Japan Today2 min read
Australian Scientists Create World's First Quantum Battery
InnovationMar 18

Australian Scientists Create World's First Quantum Battery

Australian researchers just built a battery that could charge your phone instantly and fill up an electric car faster than pumping gas. The CSIRO team created the world's first working quantum battery prototype.

Google News - Australia Breakthrough2 min read
Australian Open Reinvents 50% of Its Event Every Year
InnovationJan 24

Australian Open Reinvents 50% of Its Event Every Year

Tennis Australia's CEO challenges his team to reinvent half the tournament annually, turning the Australian Open into a tech innovation powerhouse. The bold strategy just helped break attendance records with over 1.2 million fans.

Fast Company2 min read
Eddie Nketia Runs Faster Than Any Australian Ever at 9.84s
SportsApr 19

Eddie Nketia Runs Faster Than Any Australian Ever at 9.84s

A 24-year-old sprinter just clocked the fastest 100-meter time by an Australian, breaking a 22-year-old barrier even though it won't count as an official record. Eddie Nketia is making waves in a sport where his family name already means speed.

ABC Australia2 min read

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