There are not many Australian actresses who go straight from high school and land themselves a leading role in a Hollywood movie. That is unless they are Emelia Burns; actress, role model and women’s right advocate. Just fresh out of filming TV show Terra Nova and taking a break in her home turf, Queensland she sits down and chats to GC about all things that make her fabulous. Coming from humble beginnings the talented lass started her love of drama in high school, and literally fell into acting when she graduated while contemplating what to do with her life. Landing role in Scooby-Doo, her dreams soon became a reality. “As soon as I hit the set on the first day I knew this is what I wanted to do for the rest of my life” she says “It felt like I was at home”.
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Sam Watson is discovering a new sense of fulfilment in his surfing career as he embarks on a new adventure with Level Seven. Born and raised in Torquay, Victoria, surfing was introduced to him by his dad, who at the time was shaping his own boards and surfing a lot himself. “I had been watching dad surf and didn’t even have a wetsuit but remember surfing in the coldest water at the age of ten in shorts and not even caring, just focused on that feeling of trying to stand up,” shared Watson.
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Now it’s not every day you cross paths with someone that has it all going for them, the brains, the beauty and the upmost warmth and kind-heartedness. Madeline Taylor is one of thirty five girls from all over Australia about to compete for the title of one of the most prestigious beauty pageants in the world.
Madeline will grace the stage next Friday the 8th June in Melbourne’s Sofitel Hotel, competing for the title of Miss Universe Australia. In between what I’m sure is a very busy schedule of dress fittings and preparation I got the chance to ask Madeline a few questions about her lead up to the event along with a few others that I thought could be of interest for those out there hoping for Madeline’s success.
From all of us here at GCMAG, we wish Madeline all the best for the competition, we will have our fingers crossed for a Queenslander to take home the crown.
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It has been an exciting time for Miss Universe National Finalist, Miss Susie Leigh over the past months. Susie, along with thousands of other hopefuls around Australia sent in her entry to compete for the crown in Miss Universe Australia 2012. After being selected for the Queensland Preliminary heats and then successfully making it through to the Queensland State Finals, Susie has found herself almost a week away from competing in the final stage of the competition. The National Finals will be held at the Sofitel in Melbourne’s CBD on Friday 8th June, and will play host to some of Australia’s most beautiful women. We stole Susie away from her busy schedule in the lead up to the impending competition to ask her some questions.
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Victoria’s Secret reveals the 2012 What is Sexy? List
Victoria’s Secret has revealed the 2012 What Is Sexy? List naming the sexiest celebrities of the year. To celebrate the 7th annual list, Victoria’s Secret Angels Erin Heatherton, Doutzen Kroes and Lindsay Ellingson hosted an exclusive VIP party at the new Los Angeles hot spot, Mr. C Beverly Hills. Inspired by the 2012 What Is Sexy? List, Victoria’s Secret has curated collections of lingerie, swimwear, beauty, clothing and accessories so fans can get the sexiest looks for summer. The summer collection features the new VS Knockout bra, a balconet push-up that gives amazing lift without the wires. To complete the Knockout summer look, Victoria’s Secret introduces its new fragrance, Victoria’s Secret Bombshell The Summer Edition. The new scent is luscious, tropical, and bright with drops of Jasmine Dew, a spark of White Amber and a kiss of Starfruit.
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A wrapup of the Queensland Miss Universe finals
On a sunny Tuesday afternoon in May I was lucky enough to be invited to the Jupiters Casino on the Gold Coast where twenty three of Queensland’s most beautiful girls took the stage to compete for a place in the National Finals of Miss Universe Australia. As I entered the room you could feel the nerves in the air, the red carpet runway was laid between the beautifully decorated tables and there was no doubt that the competition was going to be tough. The twenty three contestants hailed from all over Queensland from the beautiful Airlie Beach to as far north as Cairns, not only where these girls all stunning they had the brains to boot. Many of our Queensland beauties are all amazing in their own right, we had graduating pharmacists, pilots, nurses and international tap dancing champions, the list could go on and on.
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Australias latest surf inspired eyewear label Sin Eyewear signs Jay Phillips
Australian owned and operated Eyewear label SIN Eyewear has welcomed professional surfer Jay Phillips to their team with a recent 2 year signing. The former tour surfer and Hurley team member is the first signing for the new label who plans on building on their surf and skate team in 2012. “We are excited by the signing of Jay Phillips to the SIN eyewear team and look forward to Jay being a part of SIN’s Push into markets both here and internationally, he is the type of athlete brands want to be associated with and we are proud to welcome him as our first major signing” said brand manager Cameron Williams.
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Team Vodafone battle Ford drivers for another top four finish in Hamilton
It was a classic Holden vs. Ford battle in the final race of the Hamilton ITM400, reigning V8 Supercar Champion Jamie Whincup fighting until the final moments of the 200km to eventually finish second behind Mark Winterbottom. Craig Lowndes made the most of his race, finishing fourth and gaining solid points from his efforts, despite developing an issue with his brake spray system mid-race. Earlier in the day, Whincup made a strong start to Qualifying, posting the fastest time of the session before clipping the wall at the Turn 4 chicane, damaging the front right and rear axle assembly of his Holden Commodore.
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Where do Martini’s and Miracles Meet …?
Be a part of something special, the afternoon Laruche Bar invites you to make miracles happen for sick babies and children. Open since 2009, Laruche offers impeccable service, bespoke cocktails and delectable food located in the heart of the entertainment precinct of Fortitude Valley. Through it’s acclaimed success and support from patrons and customers, Laruche endeavours to give back to those most in need within the community. In
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Space Nazis Invade Opening Night at Gold Coast Film Festival
Following the tsunami like ground swellcreated from the fantastically received world premiere at this year’s Berlin International Film Festival, Finnish/German/Australian co-production Iron Skyis confirmed to have its Australia premiere when it opens the 2012 Gold Coast Film Festival presented by Australia Fair Shopping Centre on 19 April 2012. As World War II came to a close, several German scientists deployed Nazi spaceships to the dark side of the moon to establish a military base from which they could once again strike out at the countries of Earth. Now, in 2018, they’re coming back.
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Titans trio head west in name of Indigenous education
Jetstar Gold Coast Titans trio Scott Prince, Aidan Sezer and Ryan James yesterday left on a helicopter flight to regional Queensland to help deliver Indigenous education workshops to communities in Dalby and Miles as part of the Titans 4 Tomorrow (T4T) program. The players will be joined by Titans 4 Tomorrow ambassadors and former players Clinton Toopi and Dean Widders for the two-day trip where they will encourage young Indigenous students to stay in school and focus on receiving an education.
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The Black Keys Announce Australian Tour ON SALE TODAY
After selling out arenas all through the USA, Canada, UK and Europe and headlining Coachella and Lollapalooza and many other festivals they are very pleased to announce their long awaited return to Australia this October. Their latest (and seventh) album ‘El Camino’ is selling truckloads everywhere and its infectious opening track ‘Lonely Boy’ is a certified global smash hit single and they’ll be bringing all these tracks and more to Australian audiences with their electrifying new live show. The show features huge visuals from 20 projectors, giant mirror balls, and all the hits from their deep and consistently awesome back catalogue.
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Lincoln Taylor wins historic 2012 Chicko MP classic !!

Gold Coast, Queensland, Sunday, 15th April 2012:LINCOLN Taylor (North Stradbroke Island, Qld) trumped a field of 96 of the region’s best surfers today to claim a historic victory at the 11th annual Chiko Michael Peterson Classic. With Peterson’s passing only two weeks prior to the 11th annual surfing event named in his honour – The MP Classic, Taylor’s victory capped of an amazing weekend, which also included a paddle-out memorial service held yesterday at Peterson’s home break of Kirra Point.
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Warm-up Jump for Million Dollar Tour …

Australia’s Josh Sheehan performed a dazzling show jump in front of the 828-meter high Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the world’s tallest building, to kick off the new season for the Red Bull X-Fighters World Tour. Alongside defending world champion Dany Torres (ESP), the world’s best Freestyle Motocross athletes will be chasing a total purse of $1 million.To View Full Article Click Above Image

Michael Peterson To Be Honoured At Chiko MP Classic Surfing Contest & Paddle-Out Memorial Service.

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