HMMG is thrilled to announce Elka Whalan’s new 12 month partnership with Allianz for their new Let’s Talk About Life campaign. Elka is a Dual Olympian and mother of two, and at this stage of her life is learning what it really means to look after your family and how important they are to her. This makes her a perfect fit for the Let’s Talk About Life campaign.
The integrated SMG RED campaign will run across Pacific Magazines, Seven, 7Two and Yahoo!7 and will feature real stories from great families showing Allianz’s strong connection with their customers.
Real estate guru and host of Selling Houses Australia exclusive to the LifeStyle Channel, Andrew Winter is now the lead contributor to the new look News Ltd property publications nationally.
Interior stylist Juliet Love and Andrew’s co-host, gardening expert Charlie Albone are also driving new engagement with the real estate sections in community and regional newspaper coverage.
Over the past 12 months, News Ltd papers, which include the Daily Telegraph in Sydney, Herald-Sun in Melbourne, Gold Coast Bulletin and Sunday Times in Perth – just to name a few – have revamped their real estate sections with Andrew, Charlie and Juliet featuring prominently.
More than 40 newspapers across the group now have new look property pages focused on “news you can use” that helps consumers understand what the property market is behaving and how to make good decisions to get a result buying or selling a home.
“We were looking for a contributor who understood the real estate industry and knew his stuff but was not associated with an individual agency brand and who would speak up on behalf of consumers,” says National Real Estate editor at News Ltd, Kylie Davis.
“Andrew was the perfect choice – our readers love his wit and humour and the fact that he doesn’t pull any punches but tells them what they need to know about the market and how they can get the result they want.”
“Juliet and Charlie have also given some real depth to our coverage with their expertise and we’re looking forward to using them more in the new year.”
Andrew was also the star attraction in the Property Masterclasses created by News Ltd in association with the Commonwealth Bank and RP Data.
More than 2600 people across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast attended the seven masterclasses with readers oversubscribing to the free event.
Peter Morrissey launched his new website this week showcasing his Man
& Woman by Peter Morrissey exclusive to Big W as well as the new Peter Morrissey Bath
& Body range developed with Amenita.
The Peter Morrissey Bath & Body range is currently available at some of Australia’s most exclusive hotels including The Observatory Hotel, Blue Hotel Sydney, Lilianfels Katoomba, Element on Coolum and Windmills Break Margaret River.
"I am so proud to launch my new website. It has been an overwhelming year regaining control of the Morrissey brand, developing the Bath & Body range with Paul Tsalikis from Amenita and releasing two more very successful collections for Man & Woman by Peter Morrissey for Big W.
2012 is going to be even biger and more exciting including activating the online store on the new site." said Peter Morrissey.
Not ones to let their lack of renovating experience stand in the way of applying for the The Block, Polly & Waz proved that all it takes is a ‘can-do’ attitude and they’re love of taking on challenges and learning new skills to come out on top!
After winning of The Block 2011 with her partner Warwick Jones, Polly Porter was invited to be part of The Celebrity Apprentice which premieres on the Nine Network at 7:00pm tonight.
Recently signing with HMMG, we’re working with Polly & Waz on new media and commercial opportunities for them together and separately.
Andrew Winter, Charlie Albone & Juliet Love will all appear at the inaugural Grand Designs Australia LIVE at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre from 21 to 23 October.
Straight talking property guru Andrew Winter and Award Winning host of Selling Houses Australia will host Grand Designs Australia Live this weekend at the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Winter will host the weekend long event which focuses on the best of
architecture and design for the home and outdoors, as well as present four sessions in the Lifestyle Channel GRAND theatre at 12pm & 8pm Friday 21st October, 5pm Saturday 22nd October and 1pm on Sunday 23rd October to discuss the most pressing issues of the day.
Charlie Albone, the talented and cheeky landscape gardener from Selling Houses Australia, will also exhibit his latest outdoor designs at the event. Interior designer, stylist and wife, Juliet Love, will also be present at the exhibition. Albone will also host talks in the LifeStyle Channel GRAND Theatre from 5pm on Friday 21st October and 4pm Sunday 23rd October discussing the challenges designers and the building trade face
Click here to read the LifeStyle Channel's Media release regarding talent at the event.
From this afternoon, Ugly Phil will be back on air delivering the local Drive show for Central Coast listeners. Ugly Phil hosted the Hot 30 Countdown on the Austereo network for many years, Drive at Nova 969 and Evenings on Triple M as well as the National Charts Show across major and regional markets throughout his career. The gig on Star 104.5FM is his return to Drive and an opportunity to work with Program Director Scott Menz on developing a new style of show.
After 12 years, HMMG is happy to welcome Ugly Phil back in the the management fold.
Emerging HMMG talent Yas London has secured the role of Tech Host on the 12th Season of CyberShack for the Nine Network. Her first episode went to air over the weekend.
We are pleased to announce we are now working in collaboration with Jo Walker from Peer Group Media to manage the interests of Channel V presenter Danny Clayton.
Combining Peer Group’s stronghold in youth and entertainment,
with HMMG’s experience in the management business, we are enjoying this new approach, allowing us to channel the best of both worlds.
Danny is a talented film maker, TV producer and festival DJ and has become one of subscription television’s longest serving presenters which have even earned him four nominations representing Channel V at the annual Astra Awards.
He has filmed thousands of hours of live television; interviewing hundreds of the world’s biggest celebrities with his warm, quirky style we have seen
him put the likes of Will Ferrell, Kristen Stewart, Lady Gaga, Coldplay and the Foo Fighters at ease with his friendly character.
For any enquiries please contact Lauren Miller Cilento and
Jo Walker.
In early April 2009, Jan and Dave Griffiths from Mackay in Queensland came to HMMG for some urgent help with a sudden onslaught of domestic and international media interest on their doorstep.
At the centre of all the attention was their blue cattle dog Sophie Tucker, lost overboard in choppy seas off Mackay 4 months earlier, the dog had swum to a nearby island and survived.
A heart warming reunion unfolded on the Mackay docks after the family heard the Rangers had trapped a wild dog that was hunting baby goats on one of the islands.
The story of Sophie Tucker’s survival touched the hearts of people around the world.
HMMG collaborated with a US co-agent and began to work on the film and book interest and shortly after a major animation studio optioned the rights to the story which remains in development.
The book Sophie, Dog Overboard: The Incredible True Adventures of the Castaway Dog written by EmmaPearse has been published by Hodder Stoughton out of the UK and released last week in Australia.
An extract from the book was recently featured in The Weekend Australian. The US version of the book will be published in early 2012.
The straight talking award winning host of Selling Houses Australia exclusive to the LifeStyle Channel and real estate columnist
Andrew Winter is appearing at a series of Property Masterclass events for News Ltd metro and regional mastheads.
The first two events are in Melbourne followed by Sydney, Gold Coast, Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast.
Attendance is free click here to register for the Melbourne events on Sunday 16 and Monday 17 October.
You can register for the Sydney events on 24 and 25 October here and you can register for the South East Queensland events on 7, 8 and 9 November here.
After eight years under his MORRISSEY label, Peter Morrissey will hand the baton onto another Australian designer as Qantas announce their intention to appoint the next uniform designer to the brand.
Peter said "It is a great honour to be asked to design the uniforms for Qantas and it will remain one of my most rewarding achievements. As the relationship comes to an end, I too look forward to seeing which direction the brand and its uniforms will take in the future and wish the team the greatest success."
In a statement issued today, the airline said, "Qantas has enjoyed working with Peter Morrissey over the past decade, not only as the designer for the Qantas uniform, but also as the fashion mentor for the Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards from 2005 through to 2008, and as the designer of the ever popular Business Class pyjamas."
The Peter Morrissey Business Class pyjamas will continue.
Peter Morrissey currently oversees the mass market brand Man & Woman by Peter Morrissey and recently acquired the rights to the MORRISSEY brand after 14 years. He is currently working on the expansion of both brands into new markets.
Big news day for Nova 96.9 with the announcement of Fitzy & Wippa as the new breakfast show hosts from 12 September 2011.
Click here to read the full media release.
The incredible success of the ABC TV drama Paper Giants drama sparked overwhelming interest in the life and times of Ita Buttrose.
In a candid, moving, and surprising double episode, Ms Buttrose, and those closest to her, go on the record with their recollections of a trail blazing career.
The first part of the interview airs on ABC TV tonight, Monday 15 August at 8:00pm.
Click here for more information.
Christian the Lion was born on 12 August 1969 in Ilfracombe Zoo in Devon, UK. Christian became a YouTube sensation after this clip went viral in 2008.
To celebrate Christian's birthday the new official website for A Lion Called Christian has been launched. The new website features a gallery with photos by Derek Cattani, Christian's story, information on books, films and television appearances and recent news updates and interviews.
Happy Birthday Christian from the HMMG team!
Renowned fashion designer, businessman and entrepreneur Peter Morrissey announces that he is again the sole owner of the MORRISSEY brand.
Following the closure of MORRISSEY retail business by most recent owners M Webster Holdings in February 2009 Peter has been in discussions to regain ownership of the MORRISSEY trademarks. The parties have been able to reach an agreement which has returned all MORRISSEY trademarks to their original namesake.
Peter Morrissey is exploring opportunities to rebirth the once iconic MORRISSEY label with a new team and fresh ideas while keeping the classic MORRISSEY style, while continuing his successful range Man & Woman by Peter Morrissey available at Big W.
Click here to read the full media release.
Tonight Nova’s Fitzy & Wippa successfully broke the World Record for the Most Powerful Trebuchet, creating a new World Record of 76.94 metres.
At 5.30pm Nova’s Fitzy & Wippa used a custom built, 10.5 metre high catapult, to launch a listener’s Volkswagen Beetle, an official distance of 76.94 metres at the Tyrepower Sydney Speedway.
Independent MP Bob Katter, dressed as Sir Thomas More, a statesman and councilor to Henry VIII of England, who was beheaded after refusing to accept the king as Supreme Head of the Church of England, launched the vehicle.
Now the technical details:
In order to break the record, the Guinness World Records required the vehicle to be thrown over 52,088 kilogram metres (the weight of what has been thrown multiplied by the distance it is thrown in kilograms and metres).
Tonight Fitzy & Wippa threw a 766kg Volkswagen Beetle 76.94 metres - an official distance of 58,936 kilogram metres - creating a new World Record as confirmed by a representative from the Guinness World Records after the attempt.
Check out Fitzy & Wippa’s new World Record at www.novafm.com.au.
After a successful partnership last year, NIVEA VISAGE VITAL has announced it has once again signed Ita Buttrose as the ambassador for its skincare range targeted towards women 50+.
Click here for the full media alert.
The LifeStyle Channel’s hit show Selling Houses Australia and the show’s presenter Andrew Winter have won the awards for Favourite Australia Program and Favourite Male Personality for the second year in a row at the 9th Annual ASTRA Awards ceremony in Sydney last night.
“We were absolutely delighted and truthfully surprised when Selling Houses Australia won favourite Australian program again.” Andrew Winter
Andrew went on to say in his best Australian accent, “I’m stoked to have been awarded favourite personality too… it was totally unexpected. Now I’m back to reality today, filming in the Sydney rain!”
Charlie Albone celebrated, albeit nervously, “I am really glad we won favourite program for Selling Houses Australia but not too happy about Andrew and favourite personality. I made a bet on Twitter I would get an “Andrew Winter” spray tan if he won."
The LifeStyle Channel, which won Channel of the Year Award again last night, announced earlier this week that they have commissioned the fifth series of Selling Houses Australia. Production commenced in July 2011 and will go to air early in 2012.
Presenter and property expert, Andrew Winter, is on board for the fifth series and will again be joined by landscape designer Charlie Albone and interior designer Shaynna Blaze. Together they team up to transform homes that no one wants to buy into a saleable property with spectacular results.
The team at HMMG are taking the start of July very seriously. Today we commence a three day detox (juices for everyone), end of year financial reporting sent out and an audit of office productivity and workflow.
We called upon client, interior designer and television personality Juliet Love, to share some simple tips on creating a beautiful, functional workspace for the new financial year.
An inspiring work environment that is clean and clutter-free helps with productivity, and ultimately career success. Follow these simple tips to create a space you will look forward to working in every day.
De-clutter for positive energy flow
The first, and most important, element to creating a successful work environment is to de-clutter your work space. That means a proper clear out, not just a clean up! And with the new financial year upon us, now is the perfect time to do it! Go through any piles of paperwork that have been left to languish on your desk, throw out any unnecessary bits and pieces, and create a clear work surface. The only things that should be on your desk are absolute necessities. Keep a spray bottle of cleaning fluid, or some cleaning wipes, on hand to use weekly to wipe down surfaces, as well as your phone. This will keep dust and any nasties at bay.
Establish a user friendly filing system
A filing system is essential in every office. Freestanding filing cabinets can be purchased in various sizes and make sorting and finding files so much easier. Even if you only have room for a filing folder, get one! If you can't delegate your filing to someone else (I often wish the filing fairy would pop by my office!), dedicate a couple of times each week to it - Monday and Thursday mornings generally work well, then paperwork won't pile up on your desk.
Get an office plant
Electrical equipment can affect air quality and with modern technology we are all surrounded by computers, faxes, and printers! Research has shown that indoor plants can actually purify the air. For this reason it's important to include a hardy indoor plant in your office. Some good choices include peace lilies or lady palms. Place them in an attractive pot to enhance the visual beauty in the room, water them weekly, and feed them with a slow release fertiliser twice yearly. Similarly, a pretty bunch of flowers can brighten up your desk and make those inevitable difficult days easier! Treat yourself every few weeks and your productivity is guaranteed to increase!
Place inspiration around you
Use a pin board above or next to your desk to place anything that inspires you. Cards or notes from clients and friends, tear sheets from magazines that you love, as well as photos of family and friends are some good choices to start with. An inspiring quote printed out in large font can also keep you focussed. You can even take this a step further and make your own 'Vision Board' that reflects your career goals to keep you on the path to success.
Add personality to your work space
Find a beautiful, inexpensive fabric or wallpaper design that you love, wrap it around a ready made art canvas (from an art supply or variety store), secure it at the back with a hot glue gun, and voila! Instant art that will make you smile. Alternatively you could source a collection of inexpensive second hand photo frames, spray paint them all a fun colour (pops of bright colour are fashionable right now - think hot pink, orange or aqua) and fill them with black and white photos from your own collection. Place them on the wall in a random fashion, clustered together. Every time you look up you'll think happy thoughts!
Now let's get to it!
Ita Buttrose's 10th book A Guide to Australian Etiquette, published in February 2011, has been such a success the publisher Penguin are already going into reprint. The paperback edition will be available from 29 August 2011.
Nova’s Fitzy & Wippa were invited to take part in The Hangover Part II junket and worked closely with the Roadshow team to integrate their ideas and the launch of the sequel. The initiative saw Fitzy, Wippa and 10 lucky winners take on Bangkok and win - in a 24 hour adventure of a life time, just like the boys from the wolfpack.
Roadshow Films have said of the collaboration with Nova and in particular Fitzy & Wippa, “Nova’s Fitzy & Wippa’s Hangover content from LA and Bangkok was fantastic. The whole promotion added a critical element to our marketing campaign to open the film. Integrated content ideas like this make all the difference to elevate media promotions and the Nova team executed it perfectly. Huge thanks to you guys.”
Said Fitzy & Wippa of their whirlwind trip, “We didn’t ask them to re enact the Hangover II but they did and more – 24 hours that we’ll never forget. Unfortunately some of our listeners may never be allowed to enter Thailand again.”
Check out videos from their time in Bangkok here.
Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald was a part of the first three episodes of Between the Lines which aired during May on the Nine Network.
Hosted by Eddie McGuire, the panel show featured two teams of three players battling it out in sports related quizzes with a different celebrity/comedian and familiar sporting identity every week.
As well as Q&A segments, featured sporting identities provided anecdotes from their careers and viewers got a sneak peek at never before told stories from Australian sporting heroes.
In the middle of 2009, Tony Gilham was introduced to HMMG by an existing client. Tony needed help telling his story. Tony was the Gilham family member to fight tirelessly for over a decade to see his nephew Jeffrey found guilty for the murder of three members of his family. Through this battle he lost everything including his own marriage, his home and his business but he didn’t stop until justice was achieved and his brother and sister in law could rest in peace with their son Christopher. Jeffrey was sentenced to two life sentences in November 2008.
Working and developing ideas with Playmaker Media while they were shooting the Maria Korp story for Nine, HMMG focused the direction for Tony’s story to television. By mid 2010, David Maher and David Taylor had optioned Robin Bowles’ book, Blood Brother: Justice at Last and engaged Tony Gilham as a consultant on the telemovie.
Tony Gilham said of Playmaker Media, “They understood the depth of the story and my perspective and were careful to ensure that I had a voice during the development of the script and production.” When Tony Gilham met Tony Martin who was set to play him in Blood Brothers, “It was good to meet Tony. He is a great guy. He was shocked by some of what I had been through over that 14 year period. We spent a few hours together just talking.”
HMMG is excited to see Tony Gilham’s story be told as an another fantastic Australian drama goes to air this Sunday.
Blood Brothers will air on the Nine Network on Sunday 8 May at 8.30pm.
As part of the ‘Stranger than Fiction’ session for the Bayside Literacy Festival, Keith Bulfin will be sharing his incredible experiences as a former investment banker turned undercover DEA agent.
His novel Undercover (Random House) tells the story of his life as an undercover private banker to ruthless Mexican drug cartels after being convicted of conspiracy to defraud and sent to Port Phillip Prison. It was here where he befriended the infamous Mexican drug cartel banker Daniel Gomez and entered one of the most dangerous assignments in the world.
Keith will retell his story of a personal battle for redemption, which is undeniably courageous and compelling.
Stranger Than Fiction
Sunday 22 May 1pm-2.30pm
The Wellington Room
The Brighton Savoy
150 The Esplanade, Brighton
Cost: $10 (afternoon tea provided)
For booking information, please click here.
Australian media personality and journalist Ita Buttrose joins Tracy Grimshaw for the Royal Wedding coverage on Nine Network’s A Current Affair live from Westminster Abbey. The role is a perfect fit for Ita who has written about the royals for over 30 years and anchored several royal events, including the tour of Princess Alexandra in 1959 and the wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana.
Nova’s National drive team Fitzy & Wippa are broadcasting their show live from the UK this week and are the official commentators for the Royal Wedding broadcast on Network Ten. The duo will be trekking all over London to get amongst it when Kate and William tie the knot.
Following their live week of broadcasting for Nova, the boys will be joined by Lucy McDonald for their commentary on the Royal Wedding which will air on Friday through Channel Ten from 8.30pm.
Australia’s much loved radio duo Jono & Dano will be taking their radio show to London to anchor the Royal Wedding on behalf of the ARN Network. In the lead up to the wedding, Jono & Dano will host their afternoon show live from the original Twinings Tea Shop, where they will interview some of the world’s biggest stars and judge the finals of the Twinings Australian Afternoon Tea competition.
Ace Bourke is giving a floor talk at his current exhibition Contemporary Ritual Painting from India at The Cross Arts Project, 8 Llankelly Place, Kings Cross on Saturday 16 April at 3pm.
This exhibition is a selection by Ace Bourke of contemporary Indian paintings reflecting the themes and rhythms in the tribal art of the Warli of Maharashtra and Jangarh Singh Shyam in Madhya Pradesh, and the Khovar, Sohrae and Madhubani village folk artists of Bihar.
Ace’s curatorial interest is representing Australian foundational narratives through the perspectives of Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists. He has staged several important national and international exhibitions of Aboriginal art in the 1980s and 1990s.
The exhibition is open from 14 April to 14 May 2011. For more information about the exhibition click here.
“In early 1972, 30-year-old journalist and editor, Ita Buttrose and 35-year old Kerry Packer, heir to what was then Australia’s most ruthlessly powerful and influential publishing family, got together to create a magazine that became one of the most dramatic sensations in Australian publishing history. CLEO went on to help define women, Australia and the relationship between the two. “CLEO was a woman’s magazine with a libido and a curiosity about almost everything..."
Gold Logie and Most Outstanding Actress nominee Asher Keddie plays Ita and Rob Carlton is Kerry Packer.
"When HMMG started to work more in film and television rights a couple of years ago, we were having early conversations about the idea for a drama based on the birth of Cleo and Ita’s role as editor. It will be very rewarding to see Paper Giants go to air later this month after the vision of the ABC and John Edwards Southern Star and Ita’s role in developing the story with Christopher Lee."
Lauren Miller Cilento, CEO, HMMG
Back in Australia after touring London in We Will Rock You, iconic musical theatre performer Michael Falzon is currently starring as Stacee Jaxx in Broadway’s hottest love story Rock of Ages which opens this Saturday night at the Comedy Theatre in Melbourne.
Rock of Ages is a hilarious, feel-good love story told through the hit songs such as: ‘I Want to Know What Love Is’, ‘Don’t Stop Believin’, ‘The Final Countdown’, ‘We Built This City’ and ‘More Than Words’ by iconic rockers such as Foreigner, Journey, Styx, REO Speedwagon, Poison, Starship, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake and many more
Please click here for our current Client List. For further information please contact HMMG on hmm@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
Double agents. International money laundering. Gun fights. Massacres. Delve into the dangerous world of Mexican drug cartels, with Australian stockbroker turned DEA Agent Keith Bulfin. His new book, Undercover: A novel of a life, based on his amazing true story, delves into the inside workings of Mexican drug cartels and the DEA, and reveals one man's courage in outwitting them both in his personal battle for redemption. This illustrated talk will be followed with a Q&A session with Keith as well as a book signing.
Sunday 17 April 2pm-3pm
Undercover: A Novel of a Life
Keith Bulfin, Author
Powerhouse Museum
500 Harris Street, Ultimo
Click here for bookings (tickets are also available on the day).
For any new enquiries regarding Keith Bulfin please contact Therasa Jazowy at HMMG on therasa@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2453.
HMMG is thrilled with Christiaan and Connor Van Vuuren’s win at the 2011 Optus One80 Project. Christiaan and Connor won the Judges Choice Award for their video Sick.
We first met Christiaan van Vuuren, the outdoor media sales rep, in an isolation room at Sydney Hospital in June 2010. He had been in isolation for 5 months at the time after being diagnosed with Multi Drug Resistant Tuberculosis.
Trapped and isolated, completely removed from his independence and freedom, Christiaan began communicating with the outside world, escaping his confines through social media. His younger brother Connor, an actor and stunt man, donned a mask and gloves for brief visits in isolation, helping Christiaan write and produce his comedy rap videos. All the while a massive online fan base began to assemble. The brothers began skilling themselves up on a range of different cameras and editing tools, and set up a YouTube channel to broadcast their work with Facebook and Twitter to promote it.
Christiaan and Connor began broadcasting their first web series while exploring further outlets. During this time, the Optus One80 Project crossed their desks. Christiaan and Connor produced Sick in only a few days and wearily submitted their entry after a three day creation-bender.
Click here to read more.
The 2009 documentary A Lion Called Christian is on Foxtel's Bio Channel tonight 17 March 2011 at 9.30pm. Click here for more information.
On International Women's Day Ita Buttrose hosts the TV special Australian Women: Shaping a Nation, on the Bio Channel tonight. The locally produced documentary will highlight some of the remarkable women that have played their unique role in the shaping of Australia.
Click here to see the promotional video and click here for the media release.
Author and former DEA Agent Keith Bulfin is making a brief tour in New Zealand this week and will be speaking and signing books at the following stores.
Wednesday, 2 March 2011 - Wanaka
7:00pm -"The Venue", Corner Orchard & Cardrona Roads, Wanaka
Bookseller: PaperPlus
Thursday, 3 March 2011 - Timaru
6:00pm - Sopheze on the Bay, Caroline Bay
Bookseller: Chapter & Verse
Saturday, 5 March 2011 - Dunedin
2:00pm - 4th Floor, Dunedin City Library, The Octagen
Bookseller: PaperPlus
Today Alzheimer’s Australia announced that Ita Buttrose AO, OBE has agreed to take on the role of President of the organisation.
Ita Buttrose has been involved with Alzheimer’s Australia for some time now, beginning on the NSW Advisory Committee and becoming an Alzheimer’s Australia NSW Ambassador last September.
The appointment comes at an exciting and challenging time for the organisation, which is determined to put the dementia epidemic at the forefront of aged care reform.
Click here to read the full media release.
Ita Buttrose, one of Australia’s most admired women, will appear alongside Amanda Keller in tonight’s brand new 50s themed episode of Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Generation at 7:30pm on Network Ten.
The ASTRA Award winning Selling Houses Australia returns tomorrow night (Wednesday 16 February) with a must watch Series 4 - Selling Houses Australia EXTREME. HMMG clients Andrew Winter and Charlie Albone join designer Shaynna Blaze-Vaughan to work and sell the impossible.
Andrew commented on the new series this week,
“It’s taken us around 6 months to create this ‘extreme’ version, hopefully everyone that watches will enjoy the show as much as we enjoyed making it. Was it really extreme, oh yes! These are the properties that would normally never be considered and let’s face it in most cases the agents and sellers had just about given up."
Charlie said,
“When I was approached for Selling Houses Extreme I thought to myself ‘how hard can it be?’ When I turned up at the first house and saw a power station in the front garden I realised!
From there on in the standard had been set and for the months that followed the team and I have had to convert a shed into a house, bring a fairytale home back to normality and work on a snake infested house ... to mention a few.
It’s been stressful, hard work and physically demanding but I have loved every minute of it and I hope the viewers enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed making it."
Last year Selling Houses Australia made a clean sweep at the ASTRA Awards and in 2011 will be in Logies contention. Don’t miss the new season when Andrew and Charlie make-over the some of the hardest to sell houses in Australia. Click here for more information on The LifeStyle Channel.
In other Andrew Winter news, he has recently joined News Ltd as a national ‘real estate consumer champion’ for the group’s revised real estate focus across metro, regional and local newspapers. To date he has covered an 8 step guide to real estate success for the Herald Sun and the importance of doing your real estate research for the Daily Telegraph.
Renowned theatre performer Michael Falzon returns from the UK to appear in the Australian production of Rock of Ages. Rehearsals have begun and the show will premiere in Melbourne in April 2011. Book your tickets through www.ticketmaster.com.
HMMG continues to seek out and develop new Australian talent. What we look for is not only a future media star but a proactive creative collaborator. Yas London ticks all the boxes and was signed to HMMG in December 2010. Yas has been working on her own concepts for television and currently has one project in development with Freehand.
With a career that spans across a diverse range of industries, Yas London has always had a passion for discovering the best things in life. From her career as a professional swimmer to a police officer, this young vivacious television presenter is creating a stir and turning heads. Born and raised in Sydney Yas is fast becoming sought after talent in the entertainment industry – she’s a fresh face with the goods to back it up.
Click here to read more about Yas or contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2453.
He first graced our screens when he entered the Big Brother house in 2004 and has never turned back.
Now based in New York, Wes runs an international production company that is geared to become a world leading supplier and distributor of content. With international access to channels and deal-making expertise, WDE has the relationships and flexibility to create locally-produced programming and the strength to sell it worldwide.
The Stafford Brothers, which launched on FOX8 on January 21, is the company’s first original series. Wes developed it back in 2008 after being inspired by the unique lifestyle of a DJ few knew existed.
Wes is currently in the country for the show’s commitments before returning to New York to continue working as one of the presenters on truTV’s The Smoking Gun Presents: World’s Dumbest, a weekly clip-countdown show.
The new Fitzy & Wippa show starts today on the Nova Network. Tune in from 4pm-7pm Monday to Friday.
Following his appearance on Big Brother in 2004 Fitzy joined the team at Nova in Adelaide as the Sports Reporter on the Breakfast Show. Six years down the track he is a proven broadcaster
with huge appeal.
Fitzy is also regular presenter on Network Ten's 7PM Project and is on the panel for the AFL show Before The Game.
For any enquiries regarding Ryan Fitzgerald please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
We're excited to share the news that MCM Media and ARN announced today that Jono & Dano will return for their national drive show in 2011.
"After two years in the competitive world of drive time radio, The Jono & Dano Show on the Classic Hits network has garnered loyal fans nationwide. In recognition of its success, MCM Media and Australian Radio Network (ARN) have renewed contracts, officially confirming the show for 2011, as the duo celebrate 30 years on air together."
Click here to read the full media release.
Jonathan (Jono) Coleman started life in the media business as a copywriter/producer for Leo Schofield Advertising (Schofield Sherbon & Baker) and John Singleton Advertising.
After 40 years in media and entertainment, Jono Coleman is not slowing down. In 2011 Jono returns to the airwaves to co-host national drive on the Jono & Dano Show. He also writes weekly for Cumberland Newspapers (North Shore Times). Jono is also hosting a national radio show back to the UK on Christmas Day called Jono’s Christmas Crackers. Jono is also an experienced MC and host and continues to support both charity and corporate events regularly.
Click here to read more about Jono.
For any enquiries regarding Jono Coleman please contact me on lauren@harrymmiller.com or call 028353 2444.
In early 2009 we met former investment banker turned undercover DEA agent Keith Bulfin who had an amazing story to tell with book and film projects in mind. The result is his first book Undercover published by Random House which was launched in Melbourne on Thursday 25 November and is on sale in Australia from 1 December 2010.
Keith will appear in an interview with Today Tonight tomorrow night (Tuesday 30 November) on the Seven Network.
Click here to read more about Keith's book and film projects.
For any enquiries regarding Keith Bulfin please contact Therasa Jazowy on therasa@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
Stylist, Interior Designer and Television Host Juliet Love’s entertaining prowess developed from a career that began working as the Merchandising Editor for entertaining bible, Vogue Entertaining & Travel.
Juliet’s first big break came in 2009 when she was offered the co-hosting role on The LifeStyle Channel’s The Party Garden™ where she met her now husband, Charlie Albone. The program is based on transforming gardens across Australia into the perfect outdoor celebration setting. Juliet has also appeared on screen in a Covergirl video alongside Jennifer Hawkins, Today Tonight segments, Bigpond TV and on the Real Living website.
To read more about Juliet please click here or contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
DMG Radio has today announced that Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald will host the National Drive Show with Wippa on the Nova Network in 2011.
Fitzy entered radio after his appearance on Big Brother in 2004. Cath O’Connor approached HMMG at the time as we all knew that Fitzy was a big talent, ready to be developed. He joined the brand new Nova Adelaide station that year as the Sports Reporter on the Breakfast Show. DMG put the time and resources into Fitzy as new talent and it has paid off. Six years down the track he is a proven broadcaster with huge appeal and is always working to keep learning and getting even better.
His former life as an AFL player for the Sydney Swans and Adelaide Crows and his appeal as a genuine bloke paved the way into TV and has worked with the Roving Enterprises produced footy show Before The Game on Ten since 2005. Fitzy is a regular presenter on 7PM Project with an increased presence in 2010 and is particularly thrilled to interview Metallica next week.
HMMG is excited about Fitzy's to return to Sydney, where he lived for a few years while playing for the Swans, with his gorgeous wife BJ and “little man” Hewie.
Click here to read the full media release.
For any enquiries regarding Ryan Fitzgerald please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
Elka Whalan launches Little Takas in Sydney today. She was joined by
Sylvia Tulloch, chairman of EcoQuest Limited
and
Senator Simon Birmingham, Shadow Parlimentary Secretary for the Environment.
Elka says, "In preparing for my daughter Nevada’s arrival, I was alarmed to read that regular disposable nappies can take more than 100 years to decompose. And with newborns going through 6 to 8 nappies a day, that’s one billion nappies, enough to fill more than 2,000 Olympic sized swimming pools, ending up in land fill each year in Australia.
“Initially I looked into cloth nappies as a green alternative but when you consider the energy and water required to wash the nappies, the environmental benefits seemed minimal. Then I discovered Little Takas. The all natural fibres are so soft against Nevada’s skin, are super absorbent and highly breathable. They are good for Nevada and good for the environment.”
Click here to read the full media release.
PRESS RELEASE
Mrs. Lindy Chamberlain-Creighton and Dr. Michael Chamberlain applaud the Northern Territory Government's initiative in re-examining the recording of their daughter Azaria's death.
Today, their Lawyer Stuart Tipple has written to the Northern Territory Attorney-General requesting that, rather than having an enquiry under Section 39 of the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act, it is more appropriate that the Coroner re-open the Inquest under his statutory powers.
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Issued on behalf of Stuart Tipple, Brennan Tipple Partners
Melinda Schneider is set to hit the road with her first series of tour dates for 2010 on the back of the stellar success of her sixth studio album Melinda Does Doris – A Tribute to Doris Day. The album debuted at #1 on the ARIA jazz/blues chart on August 6 and still remains in the top spot.
I am so thrilled with the way the album has been received,” Melinda says.
“This record seems to be making people happy, but I really have to thank the delightful Doris Day for the stunning songs and the joy that she has given all of her fans for so many years, including me!”
The 2010 tour dates will see Melinda showcase tracks from her #1 album Melinda Does Doris as well as hits from her expansive career such as ‘The Story of My Life’, ‘I Wanna Be Married’ and ‘Be Yourself’. This will be the last chance for audiences to catch Melinda in concert before she launches her Melinda Does Doris theatrical production at next year’s Tamworth Festival, which will tour nationally throughout 2011.
Melinda is currently available to perform at your next event. Performance packages can be tailored to your needs and can include country songs, originals and Doris Day renditions. We also welcome other ideas and suggestions around the material performed at your event.
For any enquiries regarding Melinda Schneider please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
Head to www.melindaschneider.com for a full list of tour dates.
This week is shaping up to be non-stop for AFL go-to boy Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald. Who, aside from his regular panel spot on Before the Game, will be bringing his humour to the couch as he co-hosts Network Ten’s morning program The Circle today from 10:00am.
Ryan has been a part of Before the Game for the past five seasons and in 2010 has upped the ante to take on regular panel appearances with excitement set to soar for this weekend’s match. Being a former AFL player for Sydney Swans and Adelaide Crows, Ryan is right at home talking all things footy.
For any enquiries regarding Ryan Fitzgerald please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444
Spring is set to explode at Mount Tomah Botanic Garden with the 2010 Wild about Waratahs Festival. Excitement mounts as the feature of this year’s festival - an exhibition of new artworks by Jenny Kee entitled Waratah Passion - draws closer to its unveiling.
Jenny Kee’s twelve new waratah inspired acrylic paintings on canvas are part of her own emotional and spiritual journey. “I want to share my passion for the waratah: the flower that has become my totem, the symbol of my fiery emotions,” Jenny says. Red is a trademark of her career and Jenny’s paintings proclaim their existence, making an intense statement, just like the Waratahs themselves.
Click here to read the full media alert.
For any enquiries regarding Jenny Kee please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or on 02 8353 2444.
For more information about the Wild About Waratah Festival program or any other spring activities, contact Mount Tomah Botanic Garden on 4567 3000 or visit www.mounttomahbotanicgarden.com.au for all the details.
Melinda Schneider’s new creative direction for her sixth studio album ‘Melinda Does Doris’ has proven to be a long-standing hit with her Doris Day tribute that debuted at #1 on the ARIA jazz/blues chart on August 6 still remaining at the top spot one month later.
Four weeks ago, Melinda knocked Herbie Hancock from the number one position, also bursting Michael Buble’s bubble, stealing the spot he’d held for a combined total of 145 weeks.
“I am so thrilled with the way the album has been received. This record seems to be making people happy, but I really have to thank the delightful Doris Day for the stunning songs and the joy that she has given all of her fans for so many years, including me!”
It's been a busy few months for Melinda, with the album recorded with Producer Chong Lim while she was rehearsing and performing on Channel 7's Dancing With The Stars.
There’s little sign that Melinda will be slowing down anytime soon as she gets ready to embark on a national ‘Melinda Does Doris’ tour starting in October in Queensland. Visit www.melindaschneider.com for all the details.
For any enquiries regarding Melinda Schneider please contact Clint Salter at HMMG.
Ace Bourke will be presenting at the 2010 Brisbane Writers Festival about his reunion with Christian and the YouTube phenomenon at this years Brisbane Writers Festival.
Click here for the full program.
For any enquiries regarding Ace Bourke please contact Therasa Jazowy at HMMG on therasa@harrymmiller.com.
HMMG is thrilled to announce the signing of LifeStyle Channel personality and Selling Houses Australia presenter Charlie Albone and his fiancée, TV presenter, stylist and interior designer, Juliet Love.
Charlie and Juliet met while presenting The Party Garden in 2009 for The LifeStyle Channel.
“The signing of Charlie and Juliet coincides with the expansion of HMMG into a Creative Management Agency. Charlie and Juliet are emerging talent, experts in their respective fields, proactive collaborators and representative of Gen C – the connected generation. Our creative arm Miller Cilento Entertainment is working with Charlie & Juliet to develop TV and cross platform content while HMMG manages all aspects of their careers as media personalities.” Lauren Miller Cilento, CEO HMMG.
Charlie is currently filming Season 4 of the ASTRA Award winning Selling Houses Australia and Juliet is working on a number of projects including an ambassador role that will be announced later this month.
For any enquiries regarding Charlie and Juliet please contact Clint Salter on clint@harrymmiller.com or 02 8353 2444.
After 12 successful months working with Big W, Peter Morrissey is expanding his Man & Woman ranges from lingerie, dresses and men’s underwear to ready to wear women’s and menswear.
Today, Peter’s summer collection hits Big W Stores nationwide. Peter is thrilled to be able to expand the Man by Peter Morrissey collection with a much talked about stylish suit for under $100.
Woman by Peter Morrissey is filled with light summer dresses, stunning sequinned blazers and a great little black dress. The range has been designed to dress women for all occasions in the latest trends and colours.
Peter will be showcasing the range at the Rosemount Sydney Fashion Festival next Wednesday 25 August at 12.30pm. This will be the first time in seven years that Peter has been back on the runway and it’s sure to be a standout show. Click here to buy tickets for the show.
Australia’s nutritional expert, Zoe Bingley-Pullin will be offering her Nutritional Survival Package at the world’s leading destination spa, Chiva-Som in Thailand during December.
While staying at the heavenly Chiva-Som, Zoe’s Nutritional Survival Package reviews current eating and lifestyle habits and equips people with the tools to adjust to a new, healthier lifestyle. The package includes a seminar on Health and Nutrition, a two hour cooking class and two one-on-one consultations with Zoe, who will provide a personalised nutrition booklet, Glycaemic Index and tips for reading labels. Participants will also have their body-fat percentage calculated, receive a seven-day food plan and a copy of Zoe’s Eat Taste Nourish Nutrition cookbook.
For more information or to make a booking, please contact Travel the World by calling 1300 766 566 or visit www.traveltheworld.com.au.
Ace Bourke is the co-curator of the Shifting Sands: Botany Bay Today exhibition which opens at the Hazlehurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre this Saturday 21 August 2010 to 10 October 2010. Prior to the opening of the exhibition Ace will join the Artist & Curator Floor Talk on Friday 20 August at 5pm.
Visit www.hazelhurst.com.au for more information.
Ace Bourke is a leading Australian art curator and author of A Lion Called Christian.
Today, 17 August 2010, is the 30th anniversary of Azaria Chamberlain’s disappearance. Lindy Chamberlain-Creighton has written a letter to open-minded Australians to mark this day. Click here to read the full letter.
www.lindychamberlain.com
Ita Buttrose will Chair the panel of judges for the inaugural magazine cover of the year awards, The Maggies.
Buttrose said of the awards, “The Maggies are an exciting addition to Australia’s diverse magazine industry. I love the idea of consumers having their say about what makes a good cover. It’s an excellent initiative of iSUBSCRIBE and I’m delighted they had the foresight to bring The Maggies to Australia following their success in the UK.
Click here for more details.
New mum is set to launch the Little Takas range. In addition to writing regular blogs on motherhood and representing the company at launch events, Elka will host a monthly video diary featuring her baby daughter Nevada on the Little Takas website. For images of the Little Takas nappy range and media release click here.
It has been 30 years since the disappearance of Azaria Chamberlain on 17 August 1980. To commemorate the anniversary, Woman's Day has this week published the first of 2 consecutive issues regarding Lindy, her family as well as the eye witnesses and supporters who have been by Lindy's side for the past 30 years.
This anniversary story has been a year in the making. Lindy and husband Rick have worked with Glen Williams and Phil Koch from Woman's Day across Sydney, Melbourne and on location at Uluru to revisit the history and to capture images and words that serve to remind us how Lindy endured that night and has approached life every day since.
Click here to read the full media alert.
Zoe Bingley-Pullin has been nominated in the Author category for Cosmopolitan's 2010 Fun, Fearless Female of the Year. Already an accomplished nutrionist and chef Zoe's book "Eat, Taste & Nourish" is full of tasty recipes, interesting tips and advice on how to keep hunger at bay. Vote for Zoe now - Cosmopolitan Fun Fearless Female 2010.
Zoe currently hosts cooking classes once a month at Rozelle and Bondi bookings can be made online at aboutlife.com.au.
Congratulations to Andrew Winter and the team at Selling Houses Australia on winning the awards in all of their nominated categories at the 2010 ASTRA Awards held at the State Theatre in Sydney last night.
- Most Outstanding Lifestyle Program – Selling Houses Australia
- Most Outstanding Performance by a Presenter – Andrew Winter
- Favourite Program – Selling Houses Australia
- Favourite Personality – Andrew Winter
Andrew and family settled in Australia 5 years ago and he continues to build a strong following as one of the best presenters in the lifestyle genre on Australian television.
The LifeStyle Channel, winner of 2010 Channel of the Year Award, has confirmed that production for the fourth series of Selling Houses Australia will commence in July 2010 and will go to air early in 2011.
The next episode of Selling Houses Australia airs on Wednesday 7 July at 8:30pm on The LifeStyle Channel.
Melinda Schneider is ready to take to the dance floor for the season premiere of Dancing With The Stars this Sunday. She and her partner are looking forward to their first performance.
The show is on Channel Seven at 6:30pm on Sunday 27 June 2010.
From: Media Day 23/6/10
Hit Property Show to Number Four for Lifestyle
XYZ Networks’ Lifestyle Channel has commissioned a fourth series of its hit local format Selling Houses Australia.
The program, hosted by Andrew Winter who has been nominated as favourite personality at this week's ASTRA pay TV industry awards, is the channels top ratings local program and the recently aired third series posted its highest ratings to date. Beyond Productions will again make the show for Lifestyle.
"Selling Houses Australia is our highest rating program and the latest series was consistently the most watched non-sport program on the platform on Wednesdays. The program is also nominated for four ASTRA Awards this year," said Nicole Sheffield, General Manager, LifeStyle Channels. "The team at Beyond has created a fantastic show and our presenters, Andrew, Shayanna and Charlie have done a wonderful job with the third series and achieved their best sales record yet – 10 out of 10 homes sold which has never happened before in the history of the series! We're thrilled to commission a fourth series and can only see the format getting bigger and better."
Beyond Productions is currently looking for homes to feature in the new series and will go to wherever the need is greatest and story most interesting. Homeowners can log on to The LifeStyle Channel website www.lifestylechannel.com.au to register their interest.
Production of the fourth series will start in July for broadcast on The LifeStyle Channel in early 2011.
A big congratulations to Jono Coleman who has just finished recording the 600th show of the nationally syndicated radio show My Generation due to air 3 July 2010. Jono Coleman became host of the show in 2004 while he was still based in London. mcm media General Manager, Dave Carter, was the original program producer at its inception in 1998. Program Manager Steve Woods now works with Jono to keep My Generation a weekly “listening appointment” on the national radio network.
My Generation is now Australia’s biggest syndicated radio program broadcasting to 92 markets with a listening potential of 73% of the population. More than 715,000 people tune in to the show each week. The show has won three Radio Industry awards and has produced five greatest hits CDs.
Jono also presents the popular Jono & Dano Show with Ian “Dano” Rogerson daily across the Australian Radio Network 4-7pm weekdays. Jono and Dano now appear together every Friday morning on Sunrise to review the news and events of the week. In addition to his radio and television commitments Jono writes regularly for Cumberland Local Newspapers.
Melinda Schneider is taking to the floor and putting her dancing skills to the ultimate test after being announced today as one of the contestants on Series 10 of Channel Seven’s Dancing With The Stars.
A leading light of the ‘new breed’ of Australian Country music artists for several years now, Melinda has enjoyed great success both here and in the USA. Six albums and ten years on, she has won numerous awards, six CMAA Golden Guitars, including ‘Top Selling Album’ for Stronger in 2008 and ‘Vocal Collaboration of The Year’ in January 2009 for her heart-warming duet Still Here with Paul Kelly, 7 Mo awards for excellence in live performance and two Gold Records.
Melinda is currently in rehearsals with her partner Serghei Bolgarschii and enjoying every minute. ‘I am so thrilled to be part of ‘Dancing With The Stars’ this series. I love the show and I’m very excited to be the first female country artist to be chosen.’ Melinda said. Melinda has selected Olivia Newton-John’s Cancer and Wellness Centre as her charity. Olivia recorded Melinda’s song ‘Courageous’ as a duet for the Great Walk album 'A Celebration In Song - Olivia Newton-John and Friends' after she took part in the Great Walk To Beijing in 2008.
Between an upcoming trip to Nashville in June, recording a brand new album and appearing on Dancing With The Stars, 2010 is shaping up to be Melinda’s most successful year so far.
Follow Melinda on Facebook to track her journey throughout the show.
http://www.melindaschneider.com/
The absolute runaway bestseller of last year, A Lion Called Christian by Anthony Bourke and John Rendall is now available in a paperback edition. This remarkable true story of the bond between two friends and a lion captured the hearts of millions worldwide as their YouTube clip brought their heart-warming reunion story to a massive new audience nearly forty years after the event.
Click here to read the full media alert.
Interest in Christian’s story continues to spread around the world and Christian the Lion now has more than 20,000 fans on the most popular Facebook page dedicated to Christian’s story.
Ace Bourke has recently launched his own blog
site which brings together all of his interests including A Lion Called Christian, wildlife conservation and his interests in the art world. You can visit the blog and leave comments at www.acebourke.wordpress.com.
Join Maggie Tabberer as she shares in the lives of twenty of Australia’s most prominent people in her signature interview series, Maggie…At Home With, available on DVD from 28 April exclusively at Woolworths.
Peter Morrissey will give a $5000 award to a talented up and coming fashion designer at the launch of the Fashion Forward Festival this Friday night, 7 May. The event has been created by a not-for-profit organisation for supporting emerging & independent Fashion talent, whilst also raising revenue & awareness for the AIDS trust of Australia.
This is a free cultural event for the public so that you can directly be part of the fashion industry. You can view collections, see runway shows, listen to groovy music and be directly part of Australian Fashion. And it’s for charity too!
Michael Falzon makes his return to the stage tonight after returning from touring as Galileo in the UK production of ‘We Will Rock You’. Sydney audiences will get to experience Michael in Floyd Collins for the first time when Meredith Shaw Pty Ltd in association with City Recital Hall Angel Place, presents a special, one-off concert version of the musical tonight, Monday 3 May.
Floyd Collins in Concert is loosely based on Floyd Collins, a happy go lucky but adventurous gold digging caver from Kentucky who finds himself firmly trapped beneath the earth after a landfalll.
This unique musical and dramatic tour de force promises to be an extraordinary musical about one man's journey from Hell to Heaven.
For more details on Floyd Collins visit www.cityrecitalhall.com.
Spearheaded by
leading brain cancer researchers, patients, survivors and their families along with major cancer charities including Cancer Council NSW Australia’s first Brain Cancer Action Week was officially launched yesterday by Minister for Health Nicola Roxon at Kirribilli House.
Brain Cancer Action Week (BCAW) is an initiative of Cancer Council NSW in collaboration with the NSW Oncology Group Neuro-Oncology and the Australian Genomics and Clinical Outcomes of High Grade Giloma (AGOG) group. It aims to highlight the devastating impact of brain cancer, to broaden support and participation in the current strategy being pursued in Australian brain cancer research and to stimulate ongoing funding in this area
Click here for more information about events, ambassadors and facts about brain cancer..
Peter Morrissey’s Autumn/Winter range hits selected Big W Stores today following up from his highly successful Summer debut range ‘Man’ and ‘Woman’ in October last year.
The key elements to this range contains the essential ingredients to be able to turn the perfect daytime outfit into fashionable evening wear. The range has both stylish and functional pieces which highlights the figure yet can be layered for the cooler months.
"This collection is designed so you can not only fashion all your needs but also all your wants and desires. Together with BIG W, I strive to give you Peter Morrissey designer fashion at affordable prices." Peter Morrissey
A unique feature to the range is the style guides which helps suggest ways in which outfits can be put together, and help direct the customers around the different departments in the store. ‘Man’ by Peter Morrissey underwear see’s new bright colour prints hitting stores on 27 April. This is a first for men’s underwear which leads the way for the fun direction of the coming summer season. Keep an eye out for the advertising campaign released on the 24th of April. It’s going to be a groundbreaking way to advertise product in Australia.
Angelita Pires, recently acquitted of a plot to kill East Timorese President Jose Ramos Horta and Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão, has signed with Lauren Miller Cilento (HMMG) to pursue international book and film opportunities.
Angelita is a sternly proud East Timorese woman whose family was forced to flee to Australia upon the Indonesian invasion in 1975. When her country secured its independence in 1999, like many exiled East Timorese scattered throughout the world, she immediately returned to be a part of the rebuilding of her war torn nation.
Angelita, a Timorese/Australian citizen, had been under house arrest in East Timor for two years after being accused of backing the alleged assassination plot by financing the rebels movement in the country. Her lover, famed rebel leader Alfredo Reinado was killed during the gunfight. She has vowed to continue to fight for the release of 23 of Reinado's men who have been found guilty of crimes relating to the attack on President Horta on 11 February 2008.
She was found not guilty on 3 March 2010 and said outside the court, "I am extremely relieved to be exonerated by the court of any involvement in the events of February 11, 2008. My life has been on hold for over two years and it's been an enormously stressful and emotional time for me. Today is the most important day of my life. I have rightfully regained my freedom. I’d like to say that I have learned that liberty is one of the most important things an individual can possess."
Lauren Miller Cilento says "Angelita's story is ongoing and one that I want to help her share with the world. She is beyond an inspiration; a fiercely passionate and intelligent woman who is not afraid to fight for her beliefs and the rights of those without a voice. In many ways, her story has only just begun in terms of the political future of East Timor."
For enquiries regarding Angelita Pires please contact Lauren Miller Cilento at HMMG.
Photo by Sunday Telegraph.
Ita Buttrose has been engaged to host the Qantas In-flight Program Talking Business replacing Peter Switzer who is moving on. For the month of April listen to Ita interview some outstanding Australian business identities such as Sally McDonald Managing Director of Oroton Group, Grant Hull Co-founder and Director of the online strategy firm Enabled, Luke Mangan Chef and successful entrepreneur and Camilla Franks Australian fashion designer and business woman. For further information click here.
Lucas and wife Simone talk about baby Oscar's arrival in this week’s issue of New Idea.
Lucas will also be in Orange over the next two weekends to participate in the 2010 Orange Food Festival. Lucas will be attending the official opening of A Slice of Orange on Saturday 10 April 2010 and judging a cooking competition with local chef Michael Manners at the Country Energy Food Affair on Sunday 18 April 2010. Click here for more information about the Orange Food Festival.
Photo by New Idea.
Lucas Parsons will join Bill Woods as guest host on The Pro Shop for two episodes to be broadcast at 10:00pm on 6 and 13 April on One HD. They’ll be talking about the lead up to the US Masters and Tiger Woods comeback as well as introducing regular segments including Nothing Wrong With Nine, News of the Week and Golfing Tips from The Pro Shop’s resident PGA professional.
For enquiries regarding Lucas Parsons please contact Therasa Jazowy at HMMG.
The LifeStyle Channel’s award-winning program Selling Houses Australia returns with host Andrew Winter for a highly anticipated third series which begins on Wednesday 31 March at 8:30pm on both the Foxtel and Austar networks. Winner of two ASTRA Awards, Most Outstanding Lifestyle Program and Favourite Program as voted by viewers, Selling Houses Australia provides current and practical advice for Australians navigating through the constantly changing real estate market.
"This series deals with the real Australian housing market, not just generic statistics; it’s also about the people behind the properties and the issues that affect them. As market conditions have changed, so too have the circumstances for home owners in this series. This time around, desperate sellers are seeing their expectations met and sometimes exceeded with our advice and help. As always, there is a diverse mix of houses, some really terrific people and even some good agents!" said Andrew Winter.
For enquiries regarding Andrew Winter please contact Sacha Gratton at HMMG.
The 2010 series of Before the Game returns to Ten, One HD and Ten Digital on Saturday March 27. Ryan Fitzgerald joins the regular line up of the popular AFL show sees when it goes to air at 4:30pm in WA on One HD, 6:00pm on Ten in South Australia, 6:30pm on Ten in Victoria, 7:00pm on One HD in NSW and QLD. It can also be seen at 8:30pm on Ten Digital in the NT and on One HD and Ten Digital in Tasmania at 8:30pm.
Ryan has been a part of Before the Game for the past five seasons but in 2010 he ups the ante and takes his on the spot reporting role and regular panel appearances to a whole new level. Being a former AFL player for Sydney Swans and Adelaide Crows, Ryan is right at home talking footy.
For enquiries regarding Ryan Fitzgerald please contact Sacha Gratton at HMMG.
Elka is ambassador for ProjectABLE, a ground breaking initiative launched today which is aimed at attracting skilled workers into the disability and community care sector.
Elka says ProjectABLE "is a wonderful chance for people to get involved with helping people in the community with a disability. You not only gain something for yourself but you're also helping other people as well. It's a fantastic opportunity and something that I'm really proud to belong to."
Click here to view the video news release.
Ace is in LA this week and doing radio interviews and publicity for the launch of the US paperback edition of A Lion Called Christian. The hardcover book has been on best seller lists in the US, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Australian readers look forward to the launch of the paperback in early May 2010.
Ace has also recently launched his new blog site which brings together all of his interests including A Lion Called Christian, wildlife conservation and the art world. Click here to read Ace’s blog.
In her third year as an Ambassador for Senior’s Week Ita speaks on “Passionately Living Life” a senior’s week activity at Campsie Library, Amy Street, Campsie on Wednesday 17 March from 10.30am to 11:30am. This is a FREE event but bookings are essential, for bookings call 02 9789 1542.
Ita will also attend the NSW Seniors Week Achievement Awards on Sunday 21 March where she will present the Award for Community Service being held at The City Recital Hall. “The NSW Seniors Week Achievement Awards are a prestigious recognition of NSW seniors for their contribution to the development of our community, for their leadership and for their initiative. The awards provide an opportunity to formally thank older people for the contributions that they make to the quality of life in our state” - source www.seniorsinfo.nsw.gov.au.
Click here for further information and details on events for Senior’s Week 2010.
Emily joins the team at Quickflix as Ambassador promoting her all time top 100 movies with an opening membership deal for first time customers. Click here to see Emily’s selection.
The Quickflix library is 39,000 strong with movies from all major and independent studios including Universal, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, Disney, Sony Pictures, Paramount, and Roadshow. In January 2010 Quickflix announced it had signed up 16,803 new members in the quarter to December 31, an increase of 24% on the previous quarter and the highest number of member sign-ups of any quarter in the company’s history. The company’s total member base at December 31 stood at 41,027.
Harry M Miller was the subject of ABC's Talking Heads program on Monday 22 February. The episode is available to watch online for a short time at www.abc.net.au/iview.
Movie Extra Tropfest is the largest short film festival in the world and is regarded as one of Australia's most iconic cultural events.
On Sunday Alicia Malone will be working alongside Adam Hills and Alan Brough where she will be bringing all the gossip from the red carpet, the audience and the VIP tent LIVE across Australia on Movie Extra.
Elka shares her thoughts on becoming a mother with one of Australia's most popular pregnancy and parenting website www.babble.com.au. Click here to read the article.
For enquiries regarding Elka Whalan please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Lucas is the celebrity guest at clos Clare for the 2010 Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend 15-16 May. Lucas is excited to be part of South Australia's finest food and wine festival and will be clos Clare on both days speaking with guests, sharing his cooking skills and demonstrating his golf talents.
Click here to read the media release.
For enquiries regarding Lucas Parsons please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Elka and her husband
Thomas proudly talk about the news that they’re expecting their first child in mid-2010. New Idea published the announcement in their 6 February 2010 edition with beautiful photos by Fergus Stothart. You can read about their news in the current issue of New Idea which is on sale until Sunday 7 February.
For enquiries regarding Elka Whalan please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Harry and Simmone speak to Larry Writer about Essington Park their 150 year old property near Oberon. It’s the place they escape to for a relaxing weekend away. Harry says, “It’s so still. It makes me feel at peace and puts work hassles into perspective. I love coming here with Simmone.” Read the full story in the February issue of the Australian Women’s Weekly.
For enquiries regarding Harry M Miller contact Therasa Jazowy and for Simmone Logue please contact Sacha Gratton.
Melinda is in Tamworth for the 2010 Tamworth Country Music Festival and she has been nominated for Best Female Vocal and Best Album for Be Yourself at the Australian Country Music People’s Choice Awards. Winners will be announced at the Country Music Hall of Fame in Brisbane Street at 6pm Tuesday 19 January.
Melinda is also nominated for Best Vocal Collaboration with the Australian Girls Choir for Courageous and will perform Cootamundra Wattle as part of a tribute to John Williamson and at the 38th Annual CMAA Country Music Awards on Saturday 23 January 2010.
You can see Melinda's show
Live At Tamworth on Friday 22 January from 1.30pm at the West Tamworth Leagues Club.
For enquiries regarding Melinda Schneider please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Maggie will present the final season of her signature interview series Maggie With … on FOXTEL’s Bio Channel in January, on Sundays at 7.30pm.
Starting 3 January, each episode of the new Maggie With… series will feature interviews with influential and inspirational women, from a range of top professional fields such as Sport, Politics, Television and Words.
The first episode, Women of Sport features Layne Beachley, Dawn Fraser and Alisa Camplin.
In the second episode, Women of Politics, Bronwyn Bishop, Christine Milne and Maxine McKew.
In the third episode, Women of Words, Susan Mitchell, Pat Ingram, Anne Deveson.
In the fourth and final episode, Women of Television, Noni Hazlehurst, Claudia Karvan and Alison Whyte.
For any enquiries regarding Maggie Tabberer please contact Lauren Miller Cilento.
Melinda Schneider joins a fantastic line up of Australian talent at Vision Australia's 2009 Carols by Candlelight on 24 December at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne. Carols by Candlelight is a Melbourne institution that will celebrate it’s 72nd performance this year.
The Carols will be broadcast from 8:00pm on Thursday 24 December 2009 on the Nine Network. Click here to read the full media release.
For any enquiries regarding Melinda Schneider please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Professor Kerryn Phelps was confirmed as the new President of the Australasian Integrative Medicine Association Inc. (AIMA) for a term of 2 years at the Annual General Meeting in Melbourne last night, Wednesday 9 December 2009.
“I am extremely honoured to be asked to represent my colleagues in this exciting, vibrant, progressive and emerging movement in healthcare. Through Integrative Medicine we will see true health care reform growing out of the “wide angle lens” approach this philosophy offers. I look forward to advancing the healthcare debate in new directions during my term.” Phelps said.
Click here to read the full media release.
Wes is to make his US television hosting debut as a co-host on the top rating show, The Smoking Gun Presents: World's Dumbest, on American cable network "TruTv" starting this Thursday night (19 November).
Wes will co-host nine new episodes of the show with stars such as Daniel Baldwin, Danny Bonaduce, Tanya Harding, Judy Gold and Todd Bridges as they countdown the world's dumbest criminals, drivers, fans, daredevils, competitions and partiers.
The show will air at 9pm on Thursday nights nationally in the US.
Ita Buttrose is to be honoured by the Friends of the National Library to commemorate her long standing contribution to the Australian publishing world on Sunday 15 November 2009. The Friends of the National Library have said “It is a privilege to celebrate the work of Ita Buttrose AO, OBE, and her contribution to the Australian publishing industry. There is no doubt that her work as a journalist, editor and author has made Ita a household name. Her outstanding success in the business world has made her a role model for several generations of Australian women.”
In an interview regarding her career with Canberra journalist Sally Prior regarding the award, Ita stated, considering the current industry “In recent times, there have been a few stories running in some of the women’s magazines, they’re clearly untrue, and you think, good god! What is going on in the minds of the people who are putting these magazines out?” When asked how she would run a magazine differently these days, Ita replies mischievously “I know exactly where the gap is. I know what people are looking to read, and I think I’ve got an idea. I know exactly what I’d do, but as it’s a very competitive market, I have no intention of saying!”
To book your place on Sunday 15 November please contact The Friends of the National Library 02 6262 1698.
Lucas is thrilled to join the team at IMG, Nine and Foxtel to present the 2009 Australian Masters. Lucas will be on course for all the action and keeping a close eye on Tiger Woods. He joins a solid line-up of hosts and commentators including fellow former golfers Ian Baker-Finch and Brett Ogle. Full coverage starts on Thursday 12 November through Sunday 16 November. Check your local guides for details.
For enquiries regarding Lucas Parsons please contact Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Following
a successful season of We Will Rock You in Australia Michael Falzon returns to the role of Galileo for the third time on the 2009/2010 UK tour. Michael opened at the Edinburgh Playhouse from 4 November 2009 and will also be seen in Dublin.
For enquiries regarding Michael Falzon please contact Clint Salter at the Harry M Miller Group.
'He's the super-agent, the entrepreneur who bought us "Hair", "Jesus Christ Superstar", "Rocky Horror Picture Show". The spin artist, who, when you're rescued from certain death, will rescue you from an even more certain media frenzy. The man who once said, "I don't have nervous breakdowns, I give them."' - Andrew Denton, introducing Harry M Miller on Enough Rope.
Harry M Miller is a show business legend. He knows where the skeletons are buried ... and his witty anecdotes give a revealing snapshot of our times and a fascinating insight into the man himself.
Click here to read the full media release.
The book is
published in hard cover by Hachette at $45
and is on sale in all good bookstores from today, Thursday 29 October 2009.
Melinda is best known as a leading light in the 'new breed' of Australian Country artists both in Australia and the US. In a career which began with her stage debut at the age of three, appearing with her mother
the legendary Mary Schneider,
she has kept her family tradition alive by becoming one of Australia’s most sublime singers and popular live performers but it is through her assured and accomplished song writing that she has really discovered her true voice.
Melinda has just launched her latest single ‘Courageous’, a duet with The Australian Girls Choir. ‘Courageous’ has been chosen as the official theme anthem for The National Breast Cancer Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Day today, 26 October.
Alongside her successful music career Melinda will be working with the Harry M Miller Group on television and multi-media opportunities including new television ideas.
For enquiries regarding Melinda Schneider please contact Lauren Miller Cilento or Therasa Jazowy at the Harry M Miller Group.
Partnering with fashion aficionado Bruno Schiavi, Peter Morrissey’s first collection designed for BIG W titled MAN by Peter Morrissey and WOMAN by Peter Morrissey will hit BIG W stores nationwide today, Thursday 22 October.
Congratulations to Best Buddies Australia, this fantastic initiative won the Disability Inclusiveness Award last night at the 2009 City of Sydney Business Awards. BBA encourages one-to-one friendships between volunteers and people with an intellectual disability. Originally founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, the organisation has since spread to 40 countries around the world.
The upcoming exhibition, 'Heart of the Waratah' by famous Australian designer, Jenny Kee, is an exploration of the form and personal spiritual meaning of the waratah.
"I want to share my passion for the waratah: the flower that has become my totem, the symbol of my fiery emotions. I live surrounded by native bushland that is frequently ravaged by fires. After fire, waratahs are like flames exploding into bloom from their bed of ashes, big crimson hearts opening to the sun. I am always astonished that such beauty can spring from such devastation. I see waratahs as the essence of fire - from the destruction comes rebirth. From personal tragedy I have been reborn through creating art - transforming pain into joyous beauty - that is the waratah" - Jenny Kee.
The exhibition, consisting of a series of 24 oil stick drawings on paper, will open at Hat Hill Gallery in Blackheath, Blue Mountains, on Saturday evening, 24th October 2009 between 6pm-8pm.
To download the invitation to the event click here.
Scott joins the cream of Australian DJ talent as a Pioneer DJ Ambassador joining the likes of Grant Smillie and The Stafford Brothers as well as international ambassadors Roger Sanchez, James Zabiela, Sander Kleinenberg and Armin van Buuren.
"Pioneer DJ is thrilled to have Emily sign on as a Pioneer SheDJ Ambassador, reinforcing our reputation as the brand of choice amongst professional and aspiring DJs. Emily's signing underpins Australia as the world's hottest melting pot for femaile DJ talent, which Pioneer actively promotes with its growing family of SheDJ ambassadors.
"With her ability to draw constant media attention with everything she does, Emily will be armed with the latest DJ weaponry and play a critical role in promoting the Pioneer DJ brand," said Collee Chappell, Pro DJ Manager at Pioneer Electronics Australia.
For further information about Emily Scott please contact Sacha Gratton at the Harry M Miller Group.
MCE's Josh Cilento heads out to Spain today for 10 days to shoot a pilot for a new series featuring Mark "Occy" Occhilupo. The shoot will happen at the Billabong Pro in Mandaka.
For enquiries regarding Miller Cilento Entertainment please contact Lauren Miller Cilento.
The Harry M Miller Group has recently signed Ljubenka Milunovic who is fast becoming one of the world's most wanted super models. In Australia she is the face and brand ambassador for the Ezibuy clothing label Sara and has featured in editorial pieces for publications including The Australian Woman's Weekly and Woman's Day as well as shooting for both Myer and David Jones.
Signed to Ford Models in 2002 Ljubenka has featured in advertising and catalogue campaigns for some of the world's most prestigious brands including Avon, Bloomingdales, Victoria's Secret, Levis and Tommy Hilfiger just to name a few.
Not only exceptional as a print model, Ljubenka is a sought after runway model who has modelled on some on America's highest rating morning shows such as the CBS Morning Show, and in exclusive catwalk events including Elena Miro Italy and numerous Macy's fashion shows throughout the States.
As a working mother of one Ljubenka is seen as a role model for 'real' women, She has the work/life balance that many people struggle to find. As a speaker Ljubenka draws upon her life experiences to engage, inspire and educate her audience around this subject.
Australia is calling out for fresh, smart, talented and honest celebrities and Ljubenka is it.
For further information on Ljubenka Milunovic please contact Clint Salter at the Harry M Miller Group.
Described by the media as 'straight talking', host and residential property expert for the award-winning series Selling Houses Australia, Andrew Winter, has signed with the Harry M Miller Group.
Having started his career in real estate at the age of 17, Andrew Winter has had an impressive career in the UK which has seen him selling property across England from the Cotswold's through to Central London and Canary Wharf, where he was a partner for eight years. With a strong passion for selling houses, Andrew Winters expertise comes in his understanding of the fact that people are actually the main ingredient in the process of buying and selling properties, whether first time owners, seasoned house movers or investors big and small.
In a move which further established him as a key figure in the real estate industry, Andrew Winter was chosen to present and research a new TV program about his favourite subject "Selling Houses". Over the last seven years the program has gone from strength to strength both in the United Kingdom and now Australia with the program winning two ASTRA Awards in 2009.
"It is my ultimate job, travelling all over seeing new people and their homes, discovering new areas, meeting their agents, what luck!"
In 2005 Andrew moved to Australia and with his wife established a boutique Real Estate Agency in Queensland, but sold that agency in 2008 to allow for more time for the family and to allow his substantially increased media work to be given more time.
The Harry M Miller Group are excited to be working with Andrew to expand his media profile and share his real estate knowledge with a wider audience.
For further information on Andrew Winter please contact Lauren Miller Cilento or Sacha Gratton at the Harry M Miller Group.
The Harry M Miller Group will act as Elka's point of contact for all enquiries.
The former Olympic swimmer turned media personality and husband Thomas Whalan, captain of the Australian men's Water Polo team, reside in Sydney frequently travelling to and from Europe and around the world. Both come from modelling backgrounds.
Elka has recently been appointed by ESPN as a commentator for the upcoming 13th FINA World Championships which will be held in Rome, Italy in July 2009.
Thomas has also just signed a contract with Barcelona and the pair will move their European base from Rome to Barcelona in September 2009.
Elka is currently writing for the Australian Women's Weekly magazine as part of the "Walk the World" campaign and was recently appointed to the Ronald McDonald House Charities Board as their youngest member.
For any enquiries regarding Elka Whalan contact Therasa Jazowy.
I am turning my efforts to the 2010 Red Shield Appeal for the Salvation Army and creating an Ambassadors Program of willing, high profile celebrities and business types to take part. A detailed brief will come together shortly after further discussion with the rest of Media Advisory Board for the Salvation Army.
The Ambassadors program will call for availability in early May plus Doorknock Weekend to travel to regional centres and launch Red Shield Appeal. Anyone interested at this early stage can email me lauren@harrymmiller.com.
Lauren Miller Cilento
Tony Gilham has signed with the Harry M Miller Group to develop book, film and television projects around the 1993 Gilham Murders and conviction of his nephew, Jeffrey. With books being released capturing independent views, Tony is collating his story after a personal 16 year campaign to finally have justice served for his family.
For information on Tony Gilham please contact Lauren Miller Cilento or Sacha Gratton at the Harry M Miller Group.
The Harry M Miller Group supports The Australian Ballet's Pointe Show Program...why don't you join us?
At The Australian Ballet over 5,000 pairs are worn out each year and every shoe is handmade to each dancer's individual specifications. You can help by contributing to this significant expenditure for the company. For more information please visit The Australian Ballet website.
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