December 2010
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Building Cultural Sensitivity Through Classroom...
When I was a young kid, education was had little more appeal to me than the black and white text and the superficial, smiling faces of the cartoon illustrations in my Maths text book smiling back at me. The truth is, everything that I ever studied in a text book, regardless of the context of the subject being taught, never seemed to have any real world application (with the exception of...
November 2010
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Interactive Whiteboards: Do They have a space in...
If you’re yet to familiarize yourself with this emergent facet of modern day education, interactive whiteboards (IWBs), are fast becoming a pedagogical tool in educational environments such as junior schools and high schools. The decision to fund the use of the interactive whiteboard in the classroom is an expensive one, after all, it’s not your traditional melamine, easily erasable whiteboard...
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LED TVs: 5 myth-busting facts you need to know
As always, whenever the market releases a new wave of digital television technology, the preceding batch of televisions, once appraised by all as ‘the next big thing’, seem to fade seamlessly into an abysmal class of redundancy. You get the point - but what does this prove? Well, just because a new wave of TV technology has been released doesn’t necessarily mean that its technological...
October 2010
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Getting Acquainted With Interactive Whiteboards
An Introduction to Interactive WhiteboardsIf you’ve been wondering about the latest phenomenon circulating around the education industry, then you may have come across the term ‘interactive whiteboard’ once or twice. Needless to say, by definition, it’s not too hard to ascertain exactly what it does. But for those who are still unsure, by technical definition an interactive whiteboard is a...
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Mudgee Australia: A Colonial Wonder
Familiar for its rural Australian charm, and fertile wine valleys, Mudgee is a historic township located in the central west of the Australian state of NSW. The origins of this historic township date back to the mid 19th century when European settlers arrived in Australia and asserted their presence in the area. Traditionally, the name ‘Mudgee’ in its native Aboriginal tongue is pronounded...
September 2010
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The Intriguing Development of Interactive...
There’s a new form of learning hitting a classroom near you - it’s manufactured, and it’s interactive. It comes in the form of something known as an interactive whiteboard; but what is an interactive whiteboard, and just what exactly does it do? An interactive whiteboard (IWB) is to be defined as a large display panel that can be hooked up to a computer and a projector. Once hooked up, the...
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The Intriguing Development of Interactive...
There’s a new form of learning hitting a classroom near you - it’s manufactured, and it’s interactive. It comes in the form of something known as an interactive whiteboard; but what is an interactive whiteboard, and just what exactly does it do? An interactive whiteboard (IWB) is to be defined as a large display panel that can be hooked up to a computer and a projector. Once hooked up, the...
August 2010
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Some Killer Interactive Whiteboard Resources for...
Interactive whiteboards (IWBs) are a revolutionary form of interactive education rapidly increasing in popularity with many educational bodies across the world beginning to integrate interactive whiteboards into their schools. Interactive whiteboards were initially received skeptically by academics, however after extensive trails in classrooms worldwide and countless studies on the subject...
July 2010
5 posts
Famous People who never went to University
Do you have life and work experience but no uni degree? Many famous people, and some of the richest people in the world, never went to university. They used their first years out of school to start work, travel, or spend time trying out some of the careers that they had always been interested in. They also used this precious time to create contacts and relationships with people who would help...
How to take good photos with a digital camera
A tool is only as useful as its owner.With all of the expensive tech streaming out these days, it seems that consumers buy their next new camera before they properly learn how to use the old one. In this article, we give you the most useful tips on how to get the best out of your new/old digital camera so that you can also keep up with the changing technology and make the most out of those...
Good photos from simple cameras
A tool is only as useful as its owner.With all of the expensive tech streaming out these days, it seems that consumers buy their next new camera before they properly learn how to use the old one. In this article, we give you the most useful tips on how to get the best out of your new/old digital camera so that you can also keep up with the changing technology and make the most out of those...
Taste
A Wine Label Story by Roald DahlRoald Dahl has always been one of my favorite authors. Inflicted with the role of the outsider, but still managing as the insider within English society, he spies on and reproduces insidious stories that give insight to the character of the upper crust. In Roald Dahl’s story “Taste”, a family invites the narrator of the story to their home for dinner, along with...
Taste
A Wine Label Story by Roald DahlRoald Dahl has always been one of my favorite authors. Inflicted with the role of the outsider, but still managing as the insider within English society, he spies on and reproduces insidious stories that give insight to the character of the upper crust. In Roald Dahl’s story “Taste”, a family invites the narrator of the story to their home for dinner, along with...
June 2010
5 posts
How to Remove Stubborn Stains
You will need these key ingredients: loud music and determination, baking soda, vinegar, methylated spirits, acetone, white spirits, a clean cloth and an old toothbrush. How to remove a Coke stain from a white carpetThis is a high-sugar stain. You need an ultraviolet light or sunlight to remove it. You can hire an ultraviolet light from chemists or hardware stores. Aim the light onto the...
I Love Lucy Assembly Line
I love Lucy. So much.I’m not sure if the hype spread as far as Australia, but the ‘I Love Lucy’ show still has die-hard fans in the States. Her clips on youtube have an average of one million views. I would almost go so far to say that Lucille Ball is the female Charlie Chaplin. Appealing to the average American, she mirrors the everyday experiences of middle-class Americans in the 1950’s....
I Love Lucy Assembly Line
I love Lucy. So much.I’m not sure if the hype spread as far as Australia, but the ‘I Love Lucy’ show still has die-hard fans in the States. Her clips on youtube have an average of one million views. I would almost go so far to say that Lucille Ball is the female Charlie Chaplin. Appealing to the average American, she mirrors the everyday experiences of middle-class Americans in the 1950’s....
The Red Wine Stain
Dinner parties are wonderful things. Especially when they’re relaxed. I once went to one where the hostess only allowed us to drink white wine. Riesling from the Hunter and Savignon Blanc from the Tasman paired with Victorian champagne. These golden joys were the order of the day. The dinner was splendid and we ate every delicate repasse from the sea that the oceans could muster. I...
The Red Wine Stain
Dinner parties are wonderful things. Especially when they’re relaxed. I once went to one where the hostess only allowed us to drink white wine. Riesling from the Hunter and Savignon Blanc from the Tasman paired with Victorian champagne. These golden joys were the order of the day. The dinner was splendid and we ate every delicate repasse from the sea that the oceans could muster. I...
May 2010
7 posts
Why do warning labels exist?
Warning Labels make for the most wonderful jokes on the rainiest days.Why are they so prolific? What is the need for all of these crazy warning labels? Are these companies just trying to find more things for their staff to do? And why, most importantly, are these warning labels often so obvious and stupid?Because someone already did what they’re warning you about. In this article we will...
Label Fail
Label Fail Fail. I love the Fail blog. I always go back thinking I will rise above it – but it gets me every time. It is so funny. Here are some great fail labels that I found. Too too funny. Here’s the first catch of the day: And if you were thinking of going hunting for some baby, here’s the bait recommended by experts: Here’s a last one of food labels that we really liked: The...
FoodAdvisor - The Sydney Foodie’s number one...
This is the latest app that’s risen to the top 20 in Australia. It geolocates restaurants on the NSW Food Authority’s Name and Shame List. Before you stroll in the door, investigate the cleanliness of the joint first! Here are a few scary stories from around the country that make for light blogging entertainment. The most common crime is vermin and cockroaches. Just found in AAP Newswire...
How to make your iPhone independent from your...
(freshly baked iphone app cupcakes) Is your iPhone the dependent little sister of your main computer? Do you pair them together every night to charge and synch, sending those extra emails you may have missed on your iphone from your laptop? Would you like this little sister to break free, grow up and become the independent powerhouse you always knew she was destined to be?Here are a few tips on...
How to make your iPhone independent from your...
(freshly baked iphone app cupcakes) Is your iPhone the dependent little sister of your main computer? Do you pair them together every night to charge and synch, sending those extra emails you may have missed on your iphone from your laptop? Would you like this little sister to break free, grow up and become the independent powerhouse you always knew she was destined to be?Here are a few tips on...
Local Search: Upping the Quality Score
Before I dive into the subject of this post, I just want to make things as clear as possible. Some of the below factors that can attribute to the determining of your local search rank may not be applicable to the nature of your business. In reading the below, you should be sure to be taking a contextual approach to implementing certain page elements. Say for example, you’re running a...
Local Search: Upping the Quality Score
Before I dive into the subject of this post, I just want to make things as clear as possible. Some of the below factors that can attribute to the determining of your local search rank may not be applicable to the nature of your business. In reading the below, you should be sure to be taking a contextual approach to implementing certain page elements. Say for example, you’re running a...
April 2010
15 posts
A Magical City Rich in Grandeur
From the “City of Lights” to the “Most Romantic City in the World,” Paris has picked up quite a few impressive descriptions over its long and rich history, and lures in scores of travelers each year. There is a wealth of things to see and do in Paris, but even a tight budget can still give travelers an in-depth view of this fascinating and picturesque city.Getting to and from the airport...
A Magical City Rich in Grandeur
From the “City of Lights” to the “Most Romantic City in the World,” Paris has picked up quite a few impressive descriptions over its long and rich history, and lures in scores of travelers each year. There is a wealth of things to see and do in Paris, but even a tight budget can still give travelers an in-depth view of this fascinating and picturesque city.Getting to and from the airport...
The Best Pastry Chefs in the World
Will Cotton, RIBBON CANDY PORTRAIT, 2008, oil on linen, 36 x 32 inches (Inspired by a sugar ribbon head piece designed by Restaurant Daniel’s Pastry Chef, Dominique Ansel)How many times have you walked out on a soufflé?! How could we reject such an ephemeral pleasure in the pursuit of 15 more minutes of time? Dessert. The oft overlooked, sadly dismissed, oh I couldn’t! part of the meal....
The Best Pastry Chefs in the World
Will Cotton, RIBBON CANDY PORTRAIT, 2008, oil on linen, 36 x 32 inches How many times have you walked out on a soufflé?! How could we reject such an ephemeral pleasure in the pursuit of 15 more minutes of time? Desert. The oft overlooked, sadly dismissed, oh I couldn’t! part of the meal. Then a brave soul ventures to order this final sweet dish among 4 guests, extra spoons are requested, and the...
The Elusive Michelin Star
If there is one thing that is on the minds of all executive chefs and A-class restaurants, it is the Michelin Star.The Michelin Guide appoints these enviable medals of culinary honor to its highest rated restaurants in Europe, the USA and Japan. Stemming from France, the Michelin committee and its secretive inspectors can make or break a restaurant. Its clan of anonymous,...
The Elusive Michelin Star
If there is one thing that is on the minds of all executive chefs and A-class restaurants, it is the Michelin Star.The Michelin Guide appoints these enviable medals of culinary honor to its highest rated restaurants in Europe, the USA and Japan. Stemming from France, the Michelin committee and its secretive inspectors can make or break a restaurant. Its clan of anonymous,...
What lens does Keith Loutit use?
In 2009, Keith Loutit documented the waterworld of Sydney Australia over 12 months. Everything from surfers on Bondi Beach, to Mardi Gras, Wrestling, Dirt Racing and bustling harbourside ports were rendered in miniature with bright toy colours. The new views have transformed the city, and its residents’ perceptions of it, into one of a surprised re-examination of their hometown. Although Sydney...
What lens does Keith Loutit use?
In 2009, Keith Loutit documented the waterworld of Sydney Australia over 12 months. Everything from surfers on Bondi Beach, to Mardi Gras, Wrestling, Dirt Racing and bustling harbourside ports were rendered in miniature with bright toy colours. The new views have transformed the city, and its residents’ perceptions of it, into one of a surprised re-examination of their hometown. Although Sydney...
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is Coming!
Universal Studios has created a replica of Hogwarts in Orlando, Florida. The biggest achievements in immersive special effects ever seen in the amusement park industry, this new Harry Potter extravaganza will be a site to amaze and astound fans and newcomers alike. Leaky, from the Leaky Cauldron blog has already enjoyed the lucky opportunity to experience the re-created environment. See links...
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is Coming!
Universal Studios has created a replica of Hogwarts in Orlando, Florida. The biggest achievements in immersive special effects ever seen in the amusement park industry, this new Harry Potter extravaganza will be a site to amaze and astound fans and newcomers alike. Leaky, from the Leaky Cauldron blog has already enjoyed the lucky opportunity to experience the re-created environment. See links...
Where is the best place to spend Schoolies? Byron...
We did a bit of research on this.First thing you need to know about dates: Traditionally Schoolies is held over three weeks, with each week attracting students from a different Australian state - namely Queensland, NSW and Victoria - with up to 35,000 visiting over the course of the festival. The event is predominantly held on the Gold Coast but destinations such as Byron Bay, Sunshine Coast,...
Where is the best place to spend Schoolies? Byron...
We did a bit of research on this.First thing you need to know about dates: Traditionally Schoolies is held over three weeks, with each week attracting students from a different Australian state - namely Queensland, NSW and Victoria - with up to 35,000 visiting over the course of the festival. The event is predominantly held on the Gold Coast but destinations such as Byron Bay, Sunshine Coast,...
Where is the best place to spend Schoolies? Byron...
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ART in HEART
This Sunday, why not extend your weekend jaunt to Manly Beach with an exclusive coffee at the International College of Management Sydney? Set on the verdant green landscaped terrace at the former Cardinal’s Palace, this artist gathering and networking opportunity will introduce you to emerging and established artists over a free cup of coffee. Bring a postcard with an image of your art and...
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March 2010
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The Best Way to Wrangle Your DSLR Beast!
Your digital SLR camera is a gentle beast, take the Canon EOS for example, it’s nothing short of a microcosm for an insane amount of imaging power. The zoom is so good it is nearly telescopic; if you were to zoom in any further you’d see the pimply craters of Mars, the planetary teenager of the Milky Way. But let’s not get off topic here, Digital SLRs are tricky to master – and when I mention...
Become an Early Riser and Get More Stuff Done for...
Haven’t you missed him? ;) Working seven days a week on three jobs, I can definitely relate to the problem of feeling tired and needing to get stuff done.There’s so much to do each day, that it’s very hard to fit it all in. I love sleeping, there’s nothing more delicious, but regrettably I hate the feeling when a day has passed me by. Time is very valuable and if we want to achieve...
How to Get More Stuff Done for Yourself
Working seven days a week on three jobs, I can definitely relate to this one. There’s so much stuff to do each day, that it’s very hard to fit it all in. I love sleeping, there’s nothing more delicious, but regrettably I hate the feeling when a day has passed me by. Time is very valuable and if we want to achieve anything, we need to be productive and efficient with everything we do. Here...
1800 vs 1300 Numbers
As a previous resident of the United States, I have never understood the difference between 1800 and 1300 numbers. And I particularly remember my astonishment that Australia also uses 1800 numbers, just like in the States. What exactly is a 1800 number and what is the difference between a 1800 and a 1300 number? The 1-800 number is often known as a toll-free, freecall, or even freephone...
1800 vs 1300 Numbers
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The World's Most Luxurious Cocktails
Bar Hemingway at The Paris Ritz On a hot summer’s night, a cold and freshly muddled cocktail can’t go wrong. But at $17, the current going rate in the CBD, you’d think the Oz bars had gone a bit over the top. Well, once you hear this list you might not think so anymore. From gold leaf and caviar, to rubies and pearls, posh cocktails have been sashaying among the elite set for some time. ...
The World's Most Luxurious Cocktails
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What is a PABX?
OK, before we get to the nitty gritty, let’s do a simple breakdown of this contemporary phenomenon. We’re sure this will provide you with great cocktail party knowledge to share with all of the entrpreneurs in the room. A Private Branch Exchange (PBX) is a telephone exchange that serves a particular business or office, as opposed to one that a common carrier or telephone company...
What is a PABX?
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How to Spot a Phoney: Personal Trainers
Before delving into the juice of the article, thanks to the authors: Melbourne Personal Trainers… Good stuff guys! Sales of gym memberships are at an all time high. Unfortunately fitness quackery is too. It seems like every gym you walk into these days includes at least one proposed fitness expert. I am sorry to say that 90% of the trainers in this field cannot tell you the difference...