Month: April 2013

The BBC is set to travel Down Under next year to film an eight-part television drama about the foundation of the first British penal colony in Australia at the end of the 18th century.

The film predicted to be Disney’s next big summer teen movie will have a distinctly Australian influence, with rising Aussie starlet Maia Mitchell starring in the upcoming Teen Beach Movie.

The Sydney Male Choir is embarking on a European tour which will include a performance at the Anzac Day service at Villers-Bretonneux in France and a joint performance with the Croydon Choir in London.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | It takes more than a good idea to successfully transfer abroad and put down roots in Australia.

Dating in London as an Australian can be as terrifying as moving to... say, Greece, without speaking the language. Bestselling author and ex-Aussie expat in London Lana Penrose shares her London dating experiences; from vampire, to crack addict to being rejected by Russell Brand.

Anzac Day in London provides plenty of opportunities for Australians to gather and commemorate the sacrifice of Australian soldiers for the nation. Following a Dawn Service at Hyde Park Corner, there is a wreath-laying service at the Whitehall Cenotaph and a service at Westminster Abbey.

Like a 19C day in London, Salvation Jane is worth getting excited about. Great coffee, excellent breakfasts and deliciously decadent treats, all in a warm, bright and open space. The only other place you might want to be on a sunny morning is a celebration party in a park — ...

A NEW social and networking group, “Australian & New Zealand Lawyers in London” is hosting two events on 25 April for Anzac Day in London.

The Australian waitress who received death threats after claiming to have slept with One Direction star Zayn Malik earlier this year has gone public once again, this time telling of an alleged one night stand with Leeds United bad-boy El Hadji Diouf.

Reality television franchises have collided in Sydney with former Australia’s Next Top Model contender Madeline Huett claiming that producers of British hit Geordie Shore invited her to participate in a threesome with one of the show’s cast members while filming its upcoming Australian season.

An Australian woman in London performed a random act of kindness this week when she helped a nine year old boy reunite with his family after becoming separated on the Tube. Now his family hope to find the young woman who helped Samuel on the Central line on Thursday 11 ...

THE EXPAT FACTOR | Rugby legend Michael Lynagh won the World Cup with the Wallabies and captained the team from 1993-1995. He survived 72 internationals but perhaps his toughest test has been making what he calls a ‘miraculous’ recovery from a life threatening stroke. Now just one year since the ...

London’s all Australian chamber orchestra, Ruthless Jabiru, will perform at Australia House in London on 9 May 2013.

Good Living Street, a book by Professor Tim Bonyhady, gives an extraordinary account of Viennese life and culture in the early 20th century. Barry Humphries discussed the book with the author at Australia House.

TUBE TALK | With all this cold weather I have been thinking of advertising for a winter boyfriend. Yes, that’s right a boyfriend for the winter months. Or at least the spring months that feel like winter.

Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr has reportedly been dumped by world-renowned lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret amidst reports that she was demanding and difficult to work with.

Sex Pistols lead singer Johnny Rotten sparked controversy in Australia yesterday after a televised rant on Channel Ten's The Project in which he told Gold Logie nominee Carrie Bickmore not to talk when a man was speaking.

Ahead of her performances at the London Burlesque Festival in May, Miss Strawberry Siren, a highly acclaimed cabaret artist from Australia, is proving that when it comes to burlesque, there are no rules.

An international competition to find the next voice of the iconic Neighbours theme song has ended in a tie, with Australian Stephanie Angelini and British singer Daniel Boys being invited to sing a duet to open the long-running soap.

THE EXPAT FACTOR | Kathy Lette is an Australian author who has lived in London for over 20 years. Kathy has written a number of bestselling books including Puberty Blues, How to Kill Your Husband (and Other Handy Household Hints), To Love, Honour & Betray, Mad Cows and Foetal Attraction. ...

EDINBURGH EXPAT | The Edinburgh International Science Festival looks to the future as it celebrates its 25th birthday.

The Australian-based production of British reality television program Geordie Shore has already begun courting controversy, with police dispatched to intervene in a public disturbance at the show’s Sydney base in Coogee on the first day of filming.

INTERVIEW | Paul Kelly, folksinger, songwriter, Australian music legend. GEORGE KATRALIS talks to the man behind the myth ahead of his London show at Cadogan Hall on Friday 12 April 2013.

For one night only this Sunday, accompanied by musical director Theo Jamieson and band, don’t miss Aussie songstress Erin Cornell light up the stage, live at the St James Studio.

Australian singer-songwriter and an icon of Australian rock Paul Kelly is performing at London’s Cadogan Hall on Friday 12 April 2013. His new album, Spring and Fall, is available now in the UK.

ASTUTE AUSSIE IN LONDON | Young people need to be informed, inspired and motivated about future decisions. Claire Young is helping students raise their aspirations and think big through a new start up scheme for under 18s.

THE EXPAT FACTOR | Matt Parker used skills learnt as a maths teacher to springboard into a new career in London - stand-up mathematician. Matt now does regular stand-up on his favourite topic, as well as spots on TV and radio talking all things maths and education. Add in regular ...

HONEYMOONING NOMAD | Facing a first wedding anniversary, our Honeymooning Nomad comes up with her own take on the traditional gift of paper.

REVIEW | With simple Italian fare cooked to perfection, Trullo is one very good reason to brave the unseasonable spring weather.

INTERVIEW | One of Australia’s most original musicians, Sarah Blasko’s sound is constantly evolving, and always engaging. GEORGE KATRALIS talks musical development with the songstress ahead of the UK release of her latest album, I Awake, and her London performance at the Barbican.

REVIEW | Xavier Rudd performed to sold out crowds in South Africa, offering a taster of the amazing musical talent in store for London when he plays at Koko in June.