We live in a digital world. A modern age where almost anything you desire is a mouse-click away: even a career in entertainment.
Once, your typical garage band was confined to the garage and the occasional weekend gig at the local pub. A successful stand-up comedy career would seldom become a reality without a good dose of luck, and being in the right place at the right time.
Now MySpace is the right place, and any time can be the right time. Artists and bands such as Sandi Thom and My Chemical Romance have found success, at least at first, through this online world. All you have to do is set up an account and you’re out there for the world to see.
Deakin student Jemma Bald (above) explores the scene and talks with Geelong comedian Stefan Popovic and Geelong band Intrepid.
A new report finds that many Australians are avoiding overseas travel because they’re worried about bird flu. The business website TotalTravel.com says nearly 50 percent of those surveyed claim bird flu is affecting their travel plans. But other industry insiders dispute these findings, and say in their experience travellers appear to be more worried by the 2004 Asian Tsunami and terrorism. Kate Tuffin has the latest from the world of travel.
Recent statistics reveal an increase in the number of animals being used for experiments across Australia. As a result, scientists are coming under pressure to look for alternatives. Deakin University student Emma Wilkins visited a laboratory in Victoria that is trying to reduce its reliance on animals, and improve their day-to-day conditions.
Tough new restrictions will change the way we treat the common cold this winter. The sale of cold and flu medications, containing the drug Pseudoephedrine, will be monitored by a system designed to stamp out illicit use of the drug. A national database will identify drug runners who buy bulk amounts of over-the-counter tablets in order to manufacture amphetamines. Casey Tomkins has this report.
Many country towns are struggling to keep young adults from leaving regional Victoria. If they do choose to stay it is usually because of family, friends, or specific educational opportunites or career paths. Now, as Uschi Steedman discovers, sport is also playing its part. It seems local football clubs can also be a factor in persuading young men to stay in their home towns.
We live in a digital world. A modern age where almost anything you desire is a mouse-click away: even a career in entertainment.