Sydneysiders, are you watching The Voice? This is the new Australian reality talent show that premiered on the Nine Network last Sunday, 15 April 2012. It is basically a singing contest and the series consists of three phases: a blind audition, a battle phase, and live performance shows. The Voice has a world-class pool of mentors that includes Keith Urban, Delta Goodrem, Seal and Joel Madden.

Watching the Replay of the show last night, one performance is a standout. Karise Eden performed and sang “It’s A Man’s World” that brought The Voice Australia audience standing and the four mentors racing to press their red buttons. Karise Eden is from Woywoy in Sydney’s Central Coast. She is 19 years of age and has had a tougher life than most teenagers. Karise Eden was A State ward who grew up living in more than 20 refuges. This once very shy girl found music after being fostered to a loving family who owned a music store.

Karise Eden performance brought tears to her foster parents and surely touched the liveshow audience and television viewers. She is through to the next round and will be coached by Seal. Watch her performance below.

The Voice Australia Karise Eden

Credits: Video uploaded by TheVoiceAustralia in Youtube.

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Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventures

By Thor

On April 20, 2012

In Headline, Sydney Attractions

Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Adventures

Sydney Harbour is one of the most beautiful natural harbour in the world. I live in Sydney but I am not biased to say this. I encourage you to come and see it for yourself and you will understand why. The 240 kilometres of shoreline encompass approximately 54 square kilometres of water, which translates to an enormous area for exploration and discovery.

Wanting to explore the breathtaking view of Sydney Harbour? The ride of your life! See Sydney Harbour at its best! Venture out of Darling Harbour, jet to the closest calmest Harbour Bay and commence a mix of 270-degree spins, wild fish tails and awesome power brake stops all at 75km/h while a continual mix of music keeps the jet boat rockin! This is the best way to experience the Harbour – its sights and sounds!

Credits: Chris Cordwell Youtube Channel

Coastal Beauty at The Entrance NSW

By Thor

On April 5, 2012

In Country New South Wales, Featured, Headline, Holiday Deals

The Entrance is dubbed as the Pelican Capital of Australia. The Entrance is one of the prettiest towns located at Sydney’s Central Coast. Every day at 3:30 pm the pelicans assemble to be fed at a special ramp on the ocean side of the bridge. A must see for people visiting The Entrance which is about 90 minute drive from Central Sydney.

” Drift off on this week’s Escape to The Entrance, a charming seaside resort town bounded by water on three sides. Take a leisurely 90-minute drive north of Sydney to wash up at El Lago Waters Resort for two nights in a standard room for two plus daily continental breakfast (just $195, usually $390). This luxurious resort is located on the waterfront of the historic beach town, framed by the tranquil Tuggerah Lakes and a glittering bay on the Pacific Ocean.” Read more at LivingSocials.com

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End of the Road for the Sydney Monorail?

By Thor

On March 23, 2012

In Headline, Sydney News

Making news today here in Sydney is about the Sydney Monorail which will discontinue its operation after the New South Wales State Government bought it for $19.8 million. The State Government said that the Sydney Monorail will be torn down to fit a new convention centre at Darling Harbour and to give way for a better transport system. It was revealed that Sydney Monorail as one of the most expensive public transport systems in the world. Whew!

Sydney Monorail travels in major locations in the Sydney CBD particularly at Chinatown, the Spanish Quarter, over Sydney’s main street, George Street, Shopping Center at the City along the historic Queen Victoria Building, the Sydney Convention Center, and finally to the Darling Harbour.

PHOTO OF MONORAIL ALONG THE DARLING HARBOUR

Photo Taken at the Monorail Station at the heart of Sydney’s Darling Harbour

SYDNEY MONORAIL OPENING VIDEO, 1988

How to Survive the Costs of Living in Sydney

By Thor

On March 14, 2012

In Australia Update, Headline, Sydney News

A news report said that Sydney is the 9th most expensive city in the world! It’s Australia’s most expensive city to live. The report revealed that “The cost of a loaf of bread in Sydney has almost doubled in the past decade in US dollar terms, while petrol prices have risen threefold and rice prices have almost quadrupled.” Read more here.

Is this the cost of living in a beautiful city?

Ten News posted this clip on their Youtube channel sharing practical tips on how to save and survive the costs of living in Sydney.

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Young Kids Fishing Adventures in Sydney

By Thor

On March 10, 2012

In Holiday Deals

Living Socials has this awesome deals for kids! Easter Holidays is coming and this is probably a great activity if your kids love the outdoors!

Send your little ones on an exciting rod-and-reel quest to catch their own dinner these Easter school holidays by snagging a four-hour fishing clinic for one child aged 3 to 16 years from Young Guns Fishing Adventures for just $12 (normally $25)! Experienced instructors (all certified to work with children) teach kids about different types of fish, how to safely cast a line and nurture their budding passion for fishing while they busily try to snare a scaly swimmer using provided equipment. Mini-anglers also play memory games, practice accuracy casting and receive a take-home fishing activity booklet. There are over 40 fabulous locations to choose from, and all feature wet weather facilities so not even rain can ruin the day!

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Wagga Wagga NSW Flood Crisis

By Thor

On March 6, 2012

In Australia Update, Country New South Wales

Residents of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales are facing a nervous wait today as flood waters continue to rise. News reports said that the Murrumbidgee River is expected to peak around 10.9 metres this evening.

Here’s an update from Ten News posted on Youtube.

FLOOD APPEALS AND DONATIONS

The Salvation Army has launched a Flood Relief Appeal to help the victims of this flood crisis. Donate online on the Salvation Army Website http://salvos.org.au/ or call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58)

To make a donation to the Vinnies Flood Appeal, please visit Vinnies.org.au, call 13 18 12 or send your donation to PO Box 5, Petersham NSW 2049.

Summer in Newcastle NSW Photos

By Thor

On February 27, 2012

In Country New South Wales, Headline, Sydney Photos

Discover Newcastle NSW

Newcastle NSW just 2 hours drive north of Sydney driving along the F3, Pacific Highway, New England Highway and the Golden Highway. You can also take the train from Central Station and it takes about 2 and half hours. Newcastle is Australia’s oldest sea port and is the world’s largest coal exporter. The city of Newcastle is the hub for exploring the many activities and sights that surround the city. Here are some photos we have taken in Newcastle.

NEWCASTLE’s BUSIEST STREET TAKEN FROM THE WHARF

YOUNGSTERS PLUNGING TO THE WATERS IN NEWCASTLE’S SUMMER HEAT

TAKE A DIVE. JUMP DOWN TO THE WATERS. COOLING OFF. NEWCASTLE WHARF IS A GREAT PLACE TO DO IT.

A NEWCASTLE FERRY

FAMILIES LOVE THIS PLACE. AWESOME VIEWS ENVELOPED BY FRESH AIR. VERY RELAXING ATMOSPHERE

WANTING TO BURN EXTRA CALORIES? ENJOY WALKING ALONG THE NEWCASTLE WHARF PARK WALKWAYS

Speech of Kevin Rudd Resigning as Australian Foreign Minister

By Thor

On February 23, 2012

In Australia Update

Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced and dropped the bomb with his stunning decision to quit as Australian Foreign Minister in a media conference in Washington DC just after 1am local time (1700 AEDT), 22 February 2012. Mr Rudd indicated that He will return to Brisbane and will consult his family, the community, and his Labour caucus colleagues about his future plan. He has not made it clear yet, if he will challenge Prime Minister Julia Gillard.

Watch Kevin Rudd Speech as he resign as Australian Foreign Minister.

“We all know that what happened then was wrong and it must never happen again.” – Kevin Rudd
“The simple truth is that I cannot continue to serve as foreign minister if I do not have Prime Minister Gillard’s support.”- Kevin Rudd
“I therefore believe that the only honourable thing and the only honourable course of action, is for me to resign. And I do so with a genuinely heavy heart and after much personal reflection.” – Kevin Rudd

Video uploaded by token1984x on Youtube Originally aired on ABC TV’s 7.30 program (22/2/2012)

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Amazing Timelapse of Sydney NYE 2011 Clean Up

By Thor

On February 22, 2012

In Featured, Headline

Who are the real heroes? Yes, they work in the background. If only every Sydney man or woman care to keep the City in major events like the New Years Eve Firework, then it would be less work to the amazing cleaners of the city government.

Watch this beautiful timelapse on how the dedicated clean up team put things back in order after the big NYE 2011 event.

Let’s keep Sydney clean: http://www.zerowaste.org.au.

Video uploaded by cityofsydney on Youtube

PHOTO OF SYDNEY’S CBD – QUEEN VICTORIA SHOPPING CENTER

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