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Robbie Balmer Sings I Can’t Make You Love Me | The Voice Australia 2014

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On May 17, 2014

In Headline, The Voice Australia

Robbie Balmer The Voice Australia 2014Robbie Balmer The Voice Australia 2014 – He is 19 years of age from Brisbane, Queensland.  Singing ‘I Can’t Make You Love Me‘ by Bonnie Raitt mostly on falsetto captivated studio audience and judges Joel Madden, Kylie Minogue, and Ricky Martin turning their chairs.

His Bio posted on The Voice Australia Site mentioned that Robbie believes music goes hand in hand with happiness and has recently swapped his university studies from engineering to music. He performs solo gigs around Brisbane covering artists including his favourites Coldplay, Radiohead, Matt Corby and Jack Johnson.

Robbie Balmer The Voice Australia 2014


Credits: The Voice Australia 2014 Youtube Channel and website
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Jess Berney Sings Pie Jesu | The Voice Australia 2014

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On May 12, 2014

In Headline, The Voice Australia

Jess Berney The Voice Australia 2014Will this daughter of a church minister be the next star like Susan Boyle? Introducing Jess Berney, is a soft spoken  gospel singer from Adelaide, South Australia. She is 24-year-old and draws inspiration from big name artists including Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Tina Arena and Marina Prior.
Jess Berney joined and launching her singing career at most popular and most watched reality TV show, the The Voice Australia 2014. She surprised the audience with her angelic performance of the song , ‘Pie Jesu‘  by Andrew Lloyd-Webber on the 2nd week of Blind Audition and had the four judges Joel Madden, Kylie Minogue, Ricky Martin, and will.i.am turning their chairs.

Jess Berney The Voice Australia 2014


Jess Berney The Voice Australia 2014|Pie Jesu

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Jhoanna Aguila Sings You’ve Got The Love | The Voice Australia 2014

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On May 11, 2014

In Headline, X Factor Australia

Jhoanna Aguila The Voice Australia 2014Jhoanna Aguila is a Filipino Australian making a name for herself at most popular and most watched reality TV show, the The Voice Australia 2014. A really good start at the Blind Audition stage with three of the four judges Joel Madden, Kylie Minogue, and will.i.am turning their chairs. Jhoanna Aguila is 24 years old from Sydney. She sings as a ‘worship leader’ in her parish and also performs at weddings, community functions and fundraisers. Her genre is R’n’B and soul similar to popular artists such as Alicia Keys, Norah Jones and Lauryn Hill.

Jhoanna Sings You’ve Got The Love by the popular rock band Florence + The Machine that really stole the stage of The Voice Australia 2014.

Jhoanna Aguila The Voice Australia 2014


Jhoanna Aguila The Voice Australia 2014. She is a Filipino Australian making a name for herself at most popular and most watched reality TV show.

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Brittanie Shipway Sings On My Own | The Voice Australia 2014

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On May 10, 2014

In Headline, X Factor Australia

Brittanie Shipway is among standout performers of the most popular and most watched reality TV show, the The Voice Australia 2014, Blind Audition stage. The Four judges Joel Madden, Ricky Martin and newcomers Kylie Minogue, and will.i.am did not hesitate to turn upon hearing the beautiful voice of Brittanie.  She is 20 years of age from New South Wales. A Musical theatre performer,  Brittanie Shipway wowed the judges, studio audience, and most likely those watching at home. with her rendition of On My Own from Les Miserables.

Brittanie Shipway The Voice Australia 2014

Brittanie Shipway The Voice Australia 2014 Her Bio on the official The Voice Australia website says she is inspired by some of the all-time Hollywood greats – Great Garbo, Marilyn Monroe and Barbara Streisand.  Brittanie is hoping to bring a hint of old-school class to the competition.

Watch Brittanie’s performance again below. Looking forward to watching her again as The Voice Australia continues.
She is with Team Kylie.

Brittanie Shipway | Blind Auditions | The Voice Australia 2014

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Elly Oh Sings Mamma Knows Best | The Voice Australia 2014

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On May 7, 2014

In Headline, The Voice Australia

The Voice Australia 2014 has premiered last Sunday for it’s third season. This year coaches are Joel Madden, Ricky Martin and newcomers Kylie Minogue, and will.i.am. These for coaches are battling each other to discover and nurture Australia’s next great voice. Currently, it’s the Blind Auditions where each Coach must select 14 Artists for their team. It’s great to see Australian talents again, young or old, and The Voice Australia is surely a hit reality TV show again.

Introducing Elly Oh

Elly Oh The Voice Australia 2014Introducing Elly Oh. Elly blew away the Coaches with her powerful performance of Jessie J’s hit “Mamma Knows Best!”. Elly Oh is originally from South Korean and loves to sing Opera and also a music teacher teaching students in her garage. Her performance turned the chairs of all four coaches. Each coach battled it out with their very own persuasive comments but in the end, it was Ricky Martin who will be Elly Oh’s coach.

Ely Oh | Blind Auditions | The Voice Australia 2014

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Q&A was Interrupted by Student Protesters

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On May 5, 2014

In Australia Update, Sydney News

Student protesters interrupt Q&AStudent protesters surprised ABC’s Q&A program’s avid watchers and studio audience airing their sentiment to the ongoing issues of privatization and deregulation of higher education. They chanted “No cuts. No fees. No corporate universities!” Q&A effectively put on halt and the student protesters goes on to chant “Chris Pyne, get out. We know what you’re all about. Cuts. Job losses. Money for the bosses!” Here’s a video segment of the Q&A last night’s episode, 5 May 2014:


Video and photo credit: ABC News (Australia) Youtube Channel
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Visit Taronga Zoo Sydney

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On April 26, 2014

In Featured, Headline, Sydney Attractions

Taronga Zoo Sydney is a Must See!

taronga zoo sydney cheap ticketsCome nose to nose with animals of the world at Sydney Taronga Zoo – the zoo with a view! Situated on the foreshore of Sydney’s magnificent harbor, Sydney Taronga Zoo has something for everyone. With keeper talks and presentations throughout the day, animal encounters and the not to be missed free flight bird show and seal show. No wonder it is one of Sydney’s top attractions.There are 10 themed areas at Taronga Zoo including Wild Australia, Wild Asia and the new Great Southern Oceans where you can see animals living in unique displays imitating their natural habitats and offering spectacular viewing for visitors.

If you would like an up close and personal experience, Taronga Zoo offers animal encounters (at an additional cost) with animals such as koalas, giraffes and reptiles. You’ll get the chance to meet these beautiful creatures and take home a souvenir photograph.

Birds Show at Taronga Zoo

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Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour Like No Other

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On April 24, 2014

In Featured, Headline, Sydney Attractions

Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour is a great way to enjoy the beautiful Sydney Harbour. It’s an experience like no other. It’s a scenic helicopter ride flying over beautiful Sydney Harbour by Helicopter for a bird’s-eye view of Sydney. Your expert pilot will provide informative commentary on all the sites as you soar through Sydney skies for approximately 20 minutes. You’ll have the best vantage point of Sydney and its sparkling blue harbor, 1,000 feet up in the air during your memorable helicopter flight!

Sydney Aerial View by Helicopter

Here is a video uploaded on Youtube showing fantastic aerial view of Sydney. The Sydney helicopter tour depends on the package you will take. There are various helicopter rides tour companies operating in Sydney so just pick what’s best for you.

Book Your Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour at Viator

sydney harbour helicopter tour
Highlights:
– Enjoy fantastic aerial views
– Treat a loved one on a special occasion
– Scenic helicopter flight
– Free drinks included
– Choice of several departures throughout the day

After taking off from Sydney Airport, you’ll soar above the city of Sydney for unbeatable views of the world’s most famous harbor and its icons – the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, Manly beach and Sydney’s spectacular city skyline.

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See the beautiful and picturesque Sydney in a fanstatic Sydney Harbour Helicopter Tour! Click Here to book and buy your tickets.

You’ll be flying with a dedicated team of professionals on your 20-minute helicopter flight over Sydney Harbour. All transfers are included, and you’ll be picked up and dropped off from your centrally located Sydney hotel.

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

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Documentary: The Construction of Sydney Harbour Bridge

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On April 14, 2014

In Headline

construction of Sydney Harbour BridgeThis short documentary features the Construction of Sydney Harbour Bridge. This skillful product of engineers and architects is one of the tourists icons when you are visiting the beautiful Sydney Harbour. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of Australia’s most well known and photographed landmarks. It is the world’s largest (but not the longest) steel arch bridge with the top of the bridge standing 134 metres above the harbour and it was official opened March 1932. It links Sydney CBD to North Shore Sydney and it is just beside another world’s famous iconic building, the Sydney Opera House.

Take The Challenge!

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb is one of the famous adventures that you can do at the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Climb Sydney Harbour Bridge for the ultimate Sydney experience! On a 3.5-hour guided Sydney BridgeClimb, your professional leader will take you along the outer arches of the bridge on catwalks and ladders up to the 440-foot (134-meter) summit, where you’ll admire amazing 360-degree views of the city, the Sydney Opera House and the majestic Blue Mountains. With several departure times available throughout the day, you can choose to climb during the morning or afternoon, during twilight against a gorgeous sunset, or in the evening as Sydney lights up against the night sky. An extra tour is added during VIVID Sydney. This is one experience not to be missed!

Sydney Bridge Climb

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Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb Featured by Lonely Planet Travel

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On February 16, 2014

In Featured, Headline, Sydney Attractions

Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb

Experience the Sydney Harbour Bridge in an exhilarating way and the best way is to climb to the top of it! If you happen to be walking at the Sydney Harbour, particularly near the iconic Sydney Opera House, you can see adventure seekers climbing up to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge in groups. Conquer your fear of heights! Of you must be in good health to do and you must meet the minimum age of over 10 years old.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE CLIMB

The Bridge Climb

Take in a 360 degree panorama of Sydney as you journey to the summit on our original climb experience. As the sky remains just past your outstretched fingertips, take the upper arch to the peak of an Australian icon.
Climb Facts:
– 3½ hours long, maximum 14 people per group.
– 1,332 steps.
– Ideal if you want to soak up the moment and take the upper arch.
– Ideal if you’re a bit nervous and would like more support from our Climb Leaders.
– You can do this climb at dawn (limited departures), day, twilight or night.

The Express Climb

Accelerate your ascent to the summit. This energetic experience is the fastest trip to the top of the Bridge. With fewer stops, the climb is ideal for you if you’re short on time in Sydney and have a higher level of general fitness.
Climb Facts:
– 2¼ hours long, maximum 12 people per group.
– 1,002 steps.
– Ideal for independently-minded folk who just want to fast-track it to the top.
– With fewer stops, this climb is perfect for people with a higher level of general fitness.
– You can do this climb by day. Other times of day by request.

If you are interested in climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge, CLICK THIS LINK for booking and inquiries.

Sydney Harbour Bridge climb

Sydney Harbour Bridge climb

CLICK HERE TO BOOK SYDNEY HARBOUR BRIDGE CLIMB

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