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News: Australian Cost Of Living At Crisis Point
Pressure is mounting on Australia’s state and federal governments to address the growing cost of living crisis, as millions across the country struggle to keep a roof over their heads. Ever-rising expenses across the board – fuel, energy, water, groceries, interest rates, rent, childcare etc – have pushed the average Australian to breaking point. Household…
Read MoreAustralian Media Overkill On Sam Kerr Court Case
The darling of Australian women’s soccer, Matildas striker Sam Kerr has again been making headlines but this time for all the wrong reasons. Kerr is currently facing charges in a London court relating to an incident that occurred last year in which she allegedly used a racial slur against a police officer. Kerr has pleaded…
Read MoreIn Tribute To Coolio
Famed rapper Coolio, the prophetic voice of iconic ‘90s anthem ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’, has passed away, aged 59. Coolio was found unresponsive at a friend’s house in Los Angeles on 28 September and pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. At this point, no foul play is suspected, and his manager has released a statement…
Read MorePioneering Australian Festival Promoter Ken West Passes Away, 64
The co-founder of iconic Australian music festival Big Day Out, Ken West has died aged 64. Tributes are coming in from across the music industry after reports Mr West passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday (7 April) morning. “Our family would appreciate respect and privacy during this difficult time. Ken was big and…
Read MoreNEWS: Lime Spiders Return To The Stage
Words: Matt Innes Cult, Aussie psych-rock favourites Lime Spiders make a resplendent return to live performance, shaking off the cobwebs of post-COVID lockdown. Lime Spiders take to stages in King’s Beach, Burleigh Heads and Brisbane at the end of October, breaking a months-long stagnation in the live music industry to give audiences a much-needed reprieve…
Read MoreNEWS: In Memory Of Edward Van Halen
Words: Matt Innes Virtuoso guitarist Eddie Van Halen has passed away at the age of 65. Eddie Van Halen was the ultimate guitar hero. He was a pioneer and musical innovator who shredded away preconceived notions about playing guitar. That’s because he didn’t just play the guitar, he made the damn thing come alive. From…
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