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Anyone who’s browsed the laundry aisle at Harvey Norman has likely spotted the Westinghouse badge and wondered what’s behind it. The name carries a century of history, but the white appliances you see in Australia today are a different company altogether—built by the same Swedish group that makes Electrolux machines, at a noticeably lower price. … Read more

You might think an angel meddling in human lives is a recipe for chaos, and that’s exactly the premise of Good Fortune. The 2025 comedy marks Aziz Ansari’s feature directorial debut, with a cast that includes Seth Rogen, Keke Palmer, and Keanu Reeves as a rather inept guardian angel. Let’s unpack what this film is … Read more

There’s something quietly reassuring about seeing a DeLorean fly across a stage instead of a screen — it proves that some stories work best when you can feel the rumble. For anyone who grew up rewinding the 1985 film on VHS, the stage adaptation of Back to the Future: The Musical offers more than just … Read more

Anyone who’s tried to juggle a GP visit, a dental check-up, and a physio session across different clinics knows the time and paperwork involved. Werribee Medical and Dental Centre aims to cut through that by combining general practice, dental care, physiotherapy, and specialist services under one roof—all with bulk billing for most GP visits. Here’s … Read more

There’s a reason Irish drivers spend hours on comparison sites: comprehensive car insurance premiums vary wildly based on who you ask and what you say. This guide cuts through the headlines from Chill, AXA, and Switcher to show you exactly how to find the cheapest comprehensive car insurance without giving away information that raises your … Read more

There’s something about watching the city lights come on from 22 storeys up that makes a cocktail taste better. Fleet Rooftop Bar, perched atop Vibe Hotel Melbourne, is built around that feeling. Height: 22 floors above Vibe Hotel Melbourne · Location: Melbourne, Victoria · Type: Rooftop bar and lounge · Feature: Martini cart and sweeping … Read more

The Dyson V15 Detect, launched in 2021, promises 240 Air Watts of suction and a laser that reveals hidden dust—but is it worth over $700? This guide examines evidence from Dyson’s LCD display, retailer pricing, and real owner complaints to help you decide. Suction power: 240 Air Watts · Run time: up to 60 minutes … Read more

Living in Melbourne means keeping an eye on the sky — weather here can change in minutes. The Bureau of Meteorology offers four distinct radar ranges for the city, each serving a different purpose, but most people only know one. This guide covers all of them, from the crisp 64 km inner-city view to the … Read more

There’s something about a teenager who runs 200 meters faster than anyone his age ever has that makes the world stop and pay attention. Gout Gout, an 18-year-old Australian of South Sudanese descent, did exactly that at the Australian Athletics Championships, clocking 19.67 seconds and setting a new world under‑20 record. Fastest 200m: 19.67 seconds … Read more

Most of us have rolled a die at some point — maybe during a board game, a classroom probability experiment, or just to settle a debate. But there’s more to that small cube than meets the eye: it’s a tool for randomness, a linguistic puzzle, and one of the oldest gaming devices known to humanity. … Read more