WATCH
The Sydney Film Festival
June 8 – 19
Pull out the popcorn and let your mind be captivated by the Sydney Film Festival. Now in its 58th year, this annual cinematic experience has earned a reputation for featuring filmmakers who are bold, adventurous, innovative and strive for the unexpected – a far cry from the monotonous box office hits most of us are so used to. This year, the festival will screen over 100 feature-length films from around 45 different countries, so you’re guaranteed to enjoy diversity and a surprise around every corner. And, if you’re a real lover of film or call yourself something of a film buff, there are loads of scheduled talks, forums and panel discussions to choose from, so you can pick the brains of the creative geniuses that work behind the silver screen.
www.sff.org.au
RELISH
Manly Food and Wine Festival
June 4 - 5
Yum, yum and so much more yum. Manly Food and Wine Festival is an absolute must if you like to eat and drink, which I know you all do. Stroll along the beachfront with a gorgeous glass of vino and let your mouth water over all the tasty delights at your fingertips. There are exclusive wines from all over the countryside and cuisine from Asia to Europe and back again. There is also a pretty impressive array of entertainment, including camel rides on the beach. But really, that’s just to disguise the fact you’re only there for the quality booze and tastebud party. As far as I’m concerned, there’s no shame in that. I should warn you though, you drink your wine out of plastic cups and eat your treats from plastic plates. No shame in that either, right?
LISTEN
Adele, 21
This curvaceous, red-headed minx is taking the world by storm and I’m totally on the bandwagon. Each and every song on this album is bittersweet, honest and sometimes even slightly heart-wrenching. The girl’s got soul with a voice to match and provides a refreshing alternative to the likes of Beyoncé, Rihanna and that blithering mess Britney. My favourite (and I think everyone else’s) would have to be ‘Someone Like You’. If that song doesn’t make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up, maybe you should get them looked at.
www.adele.tv
CONQUEST
NRL State of Origin
I’m not really into football but there’s something about the State of Origin that brings out my competitive side. I’d say it’s got something to do with the fact that I’m a Queenslander – don’t hold it against me – and the Queensland team seems to squash the Blues like cherry tomatoes. Suckers. This year though, New South Wales has definitely got something to prove so I might walk away with my tail between my legs. I doubt it.
Game 1: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane – May 25
Game 2: ANZ Stadium, Sydney – June 15
Game 3: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane – July 6
www.stateoforigin.com.au
Red Nose Day is the perfect excuse to look like a clown! By donning that iconic red nose this June, you can help raise funds for SIDS and Kids, an organisation that is dedicated to saving the lives of babies and children and supporting bereaved families. This year it’s not just all about looking like Rudolph, you can also download the Red Nose Day iPhone application or tag yourself on Facebook wearing a red nose! Talk about keeping up with the times!
HELP
Red Nose Day
June 24
Red Nose Day is the perfect excuse to look like a clown! By donning that iconic red nose this June, you can help raise funds for SIDS and Kids, an organisation that is dedicated to saving the lives of babies and children and supporting bereaved families. This year it’s not just all about looking like Rudolph, you can also download the Red Nose Day iPhone application or tag yourself on Facebook wearing a red nose! Talk about keeping up with the times!www.rednoseday.com.au
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