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In pictures: The Queen comes to Brisbane

By Jo Lane Mon, Oct 24, 2011 12:52PM UTC View Comments

I joined the Brisbane throngs today to go and see the Queen at Southbank. And I have to say it was worth it and I rather think the Queen might have thought so too. Brisbane turned on its best spring weather for the royal visit – warm, vibrant sunshine with the bougainvillea trees and jacaranda...

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10 photographs celebrating World Tourism Day

By Jo Lane Tue, Sep 27, 2011 12:10PM UTC View Comments

Today, September 27, is World Tourism Day. If you’re wondering what that it is exactly then read this blurb from the official site: This year’s theme is a celebration of tourism’s role in linking together the cultures of the world through travel. With millions of people travelling the world each year, never before have so...

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APEC launches photography contest for amateurs, pros

By Tonyo Cruz Tue, Sep 06, 2011 1:58PM UTC View Comments

(Note: The contest rules state that “the APEC Secretariat shall own the entire copyright interest in all photos submitted in the competition. The APEC Secretariat reserves the right to publish or display the entries in its publications, brochures and other materials, including calendars and posters, as well as on its website and other online platforms...

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The Birdsville Races in 15 pictures

By Jo Lane Wed, Aug 31, 2011 9:04AM UTC View Comments

A 4wd in Birdsville is a signpost for the conditions you might face getting here. Pic: Joanne Lane, www.visitedplanet.com

If you’re still deciding whether to make a last ditch effort to get to the Birdsville Races this week, these pictures might help get you packing and on the road – or encourage you to put it on the must do travel list next year. While it’s not the world’s remotest horse race it’s probably...

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Exploring ‘Walls Between Peoples’ in Month of Photography Asia, Singapore

By reddotrevolver Wed, Jul 13, 2011 12:37PM UTC View Comments

Established to promote art and photography in Singapore and Southeast Asia, the annual Month of Photography Asia in Singapore features various installations by Singaporean and foreign artists to celebrate and honor photography as an art and as a creative industry. This year, the theme, “Memory,” focuses on the relationship between photography and memory. Central to...

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