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Hans India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Bhadrakali' release date announced
After the success of 'Margan', which entertained the Telugu audience, Vijay Antony is coming up with another powerful project, 'Bhadrakali'. This film, which will be a landmark movie for Vijay Antony, is directed by Arun Prabhu and produced by Ramanjaneyulu Jawvaji under the banner of Sarvanth Ram Creations. The project is being presented by Vijay Antony Film Corporation and Meera Vijay Antony. The makers have announced that the film, a rugged political action thriller, will release on September 19. Asian Suresh Entertainments, which led the Telugu film 'Margan' to success, will also release this film in Telugu. There is a strong buzz about the project with the support of Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media. The teaser that has already been released has received a very good response. Vaagai Chandrasekhar, Sunil Krishnapani, Sel Murugan, Trupti Ravindra, Kiran, Rini Batt, Riya Jithu, and Master Keshav are playing key roles in this film. A top technical team is working on the project: Shelly Callist is the DOP, Vijay Antony himself is providing the music, Raymond Derrick is the editor, Rajasekhar is the fight master, Sriraman is the art director, and Rajasekhar Reddy has written the dialogues in Telugu.
Perth Now
09-08-2025
- Politics
- Perth Now
Gay student's discrimination claim rejected
A gay student has lost his battle against Macquarie University after claiming he was discriminated against after being sent on placement to a Catholic school. Simon Margan had claimed the university discriminated against him on the basis of his homosexuality by assigning him to a three-week placement at a Catholic school from 10 to 28 October 2022, despite allegedly knowing that such an environment could be 'dangerous' for an LGBT+ person. He cited what he called the 'notorious fact' of religious schools' opposition to LGBT+ rights. The NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal refused to grant permission for Mr Margan's complaints of homosexual discrimination and victimisation against Macquarie University to proceed to a full hearing. Mr Margan also complained that the University retained him in the placement, did not reassign him, and initiated a 'fitness to practice' process after he requested to be removed. He further alleged victimisation by the University after he reported discrimination and harassment by staff at the Catholic school. Mr Margan claimed the University refused to let him withdraw from the course without penalty, mishandled his complaint, and informed the school of his grievance while he was still there, causing 'additional detriment.' Mr Margan's discrimination case against Macquarie University has been dismissed by a tribunal. Credit: News Corp Australia In a decision published on Friday Deputy President of NCAT, Acting Judge Nancy Hennessy said: 'The conduct which Mr Margan has identified as being detrimental to him as a homosexual person or which he perceives as being unfair, dangerous or done in retribution for complaining, is lacking in substance. 'Contrary to Mr Margan's submission, there is no duty of care under the Anti-Discrimination Act for the University to take 'every reasonable precaution to prevent the reasonably foreseeable harm' of being placed in a Catholic school'.' According to the published decision, Mr Margan initially said his only preference on a school for his mandatory placement was that it be accessible by public transport. He was later told it would be at a Catholic school. Mr Margan, the published decision said, was 'never asked if he objected to being placed in a religious school'. It added: 'He says it would be incongruous for the University to be able to focus on the emails about preferences as a blanket exemption from scrutiny.'He asserts that he has made numerous representations about his homosexuality and his objections to a placement in a religious school. 'As he was only told about the placement five days before it started, he had no practical opportunity to object and the University made no attempt to establish whether a Catholic school was a problem for him as a homosexual man.' Simon Margan alleged Macquarie University discriminated against him by placing him at a Catholic school despite risks to LGBTQ+ students. Credit: News Corp Australia Homosexuality is becoming increasingly accepted by ordinary members of the Catholic Church, according to the American LGBTQ advocacy group Human Rights Campaign. It added: 'The Catechism of the Catholic Church, a text which contains dogmas and teachings of the Church, names 'homosexual acts' as 'intrinsically immoral and contrary to the natural law,' and names 'homosexual tendencies' as 'objectively disordered.' 'While the Catholic Church does not consider 'homosexual orientation' sinful in and of itself, it does have a very negative attitude toward it.' The Tribunal rejected Mr Margan's claim the University had a duty of care to prevent 'reasonably foreseeable harm' from the Catholic school placement. The Tribunal found it 'highly unlikely' Mr Margan could prove that the placement conditions disproportionately affected homosexual people or that he could not comply. 'The conduct which Mr Margan has identified as being detrimental to him as a homosexual person or which he perceives as being unfair, dangerous or done in retribution for complaining, is lacking in substance,' Ms Hennessy said. She added: 'There is nothing about being a homosexual person that affects their ability to communicate preferences.' The Tribunal concluded both complaints 'lacked substance' and refused leave for the complaints to proceed. Macquarie University had investigated Mr Margan's concerns and found no evidence of harassment or discrimination related to the placement. However, it acknowledged that Mr Margan was not given enough opportunity to withdraw from his study once he became aware that he had been placed in a Catholic school, and did not receive 'adequate feedback' while on placement. As a result, he was allowed to withdraw from the placement unit without penalty.
Western Telegraph
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Girl, 8, with rare illness gets Disneyland trip of lifetime
Belle's Story was set up in memory of Wolfscastle's Belle Curran, who lost her battle with interstitial lung disease at only ten years old. During her lifetime Belle, along with her family friends and supporters, raised tens of thousands of pounds for the charities that helped her, as well as increasing awareness of organ donation. (Image: Belle's Story) Belle's Story has continued that work. It also helps make a difference to young people touched by life-changing illness and disabilities, by providing direct support to them and their families. One of the families they have supported is that of eight year-old Tiara Davies who has Margan syndrome, a serious heart condition and scoliosis of the spine. With the help of the people of Pembrokeshire Belle's Story raised enough money to send Tiara and her family on the holiday of her dreams to Disneyland Paris this summer. 'Our family was blessed with the opportunity to visit Disneyland Paris, a dream we never thought possible,' said Tiara's family. (Image: Belle's Story) 'For us this trip wasn't just a holiday. It was a moment of pure joy laughter and wonder, a chance to escape hospitals, treatments and difficult days. 'To see her eyes light up with excitement, to hear her laughter and to watch her meet her favourite characters was more than we could ever hope for. It's a memory we will treasure for the rest of our lives. 'This experience gave us a chance to simply be a family,' Tiara's mum told Belle's Story. 'You gave us more than just a wish, you gave us hope, happiness and a moment of peace in a very uncertain journey.' Belle's Story holds fundraising events throughout the year including coffee mornings, bingo, dog shows and craft fayres to support the charity's work. The charity also receives donations from fundraisers that various schools and associations have held on its behalf. (Image: Belle's Story) In this case pupils from Cosheston VC School held a four event pancakeathon after the charity gave the school the My Engine Parts book which helps approach what can be the sensitive subject of organ donation with young children. The pupils raised £530 which they presented to Belle's mum Stella and volunteer Sarah who said that it would go towards the Disneyland Paris trip. 'Pembrokeshire people support us so much and I'm so grateful,' said Stella. The next Belle's Story fundraise will be an afternoon tea with fizz at Letterston Memorial Hall on Sunday, August 10. The homemade afternoon tea will run from 2.30pm to 5.30pm and is a chance to put on a posh frock for an afternoon of fun and fundraising. There will be a glass of fizz on arrival as well as a cash bar, raffle and entertainment. Tickets cost £18 and are available by messaging 07811 398612.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Vijay Antony breaks silence on drug use in Kollywood amid Srikanth's arrest, says "It's not something which just appeared"
Music composer and actor Vijay Antony has said that drug use has been present in the Tamil film industry for many years. While the recent arrest of actor Srikanth in a drug case caused a lot of shocks, Vijay Antony spoke about the matter when he interacted with the Press and Media in Madurai during the promotion of his new film 'Maargan'. 'Maargan' press meet in Madurai Actor and music composer Vijay Antony is playing the lead role in his 12th film, 'Margan', and has composed the music for the film under his own production. Vijay Antony's sister's son Ajay Dishan plays the villain in the film. Actresses Brigitta and Samuthirakani, among others, have played important roles. The recently released trailer of 'Maargan' was well received by the fans. In this situation, the film's promotional work has intensified. Vijay Antony, actress Prithika, Ajay Dishan and the film crew participated in the event held at a private mall in the Chokkikulam area of Madurai. During the event, Vijay Antony shared his experiences with the film and sought support from his fans. The event was held in an atmosphere of great enthusiasm. Vijay Antony's statement on drugs in Kollywood Later, Vijay Antony, who met the reporters, spoke about the arrest of actor Srikanth in a drug case, "Drug use is not something that just appeared yesterday, it has been present in cinema for many days. Even here, someone might be addicted to it. The police are investigating now, and I have nothing more to say," he said. His comment led to a major debate in the film industry. Police investigation expands Following the arrest, Srikanth has been sent to judicial custody till July 7, while actor Krishna and two other Kollywood actresses are reportedly under the police scanner in the drug case.
The Advertiser
07-06-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Living legends of Hunter wine and tourism honoured at industry awards gala
Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards. Andrew and Lisa Margan, the Hunter Valley husband and wife winemaking powerhouse, were named living legends in the region's wine and tourism industries this week at the annual Hunter Valley Legends Awards. Rydges Resort in the Hunter Valley hosted the gala event, attended by some 330 industry guests, to pay homage to the region's most respected leaders, innovators and rising stars. Andrew Margan was inducted as the 2025 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Living Legend in recognition of his long-standing commitment to securing the Hunter Valley's place among the world's great wine regions. Mr Margan's wife, Lisa, who has dedicated more than 30 years to the Hunter Valley's food, wine and hospitality scene, was similarly inducted as a Living Legend of the Hunter's tourism industry, after playing a key role in supporting countless initiatives and enriching the local community. "These awards not only honour the legends of our industry-they also highlight the talent, resilience and forward thinking that defines the Hunter Valley today," Chris Tyrrell, the Hunter Valley Wine and Tourism Association president, said. Iain Riggs, the acclaimed winemaker who led the rise of the Brokenwood label in the Hunter, and the chair of the Association's Living Legends said Mr and Mrs Margan's contributions to the industry was "tireless" and a "blueprint for anyone with a desire to make the Hunter Valley a must-go location". The word passion, along with dedication, can often be overused, but in the case of the 2025 Hunter Valley Tourism Living Legend, both sit comfortably with a very worthy recipient, Lisa Margan," he said. Mr Margan, he said, had tackled "the wine industry's political foes head-on" and had an "undying belief in the oldest continuous wine region in Australia". Liz Silkman, the chief winemaker at fellow Hunter label First Creek, was recognised as the Association's Winemaker of the Year, while Tyrrell's assistant vineyard manager Louise Eather was named Viticulturist of the Year for her leadership in sustainable viticulture. Rising star Alisdair Tulloch was named the Association's Young Achiever of the Year. Mr Tulloch, a manager at his father Keith's label and co-owner of Aeon Wines, was similarly lauded for his commitment to sustainable practices, securing Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification and maintaining the winery's carbon-neutral status, placing it among Australia's Top 50 vineyards.
