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Post by suefb on Jan 24, 2015 22:51:56 GMT -5
Was there actually ever any doubt that he would? Seriously, imagine being this person: Stacey R @suzzique26 5m5 minutes ago Anoka, MN @realhughjackman The River was amazing! We flew from MN to see u! My friend sent the mystery puzzle. Thanks for making our trip incredible!! ... and "whoops, sorry, there's no show, Hugh had to leave town". It was just never going to happen. Of course, we all know that, but I think there are a lot of disappointed folks in Canberra who surely believed that report.
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Post by jo on Jan 24, 2015 23:52:59 GMT -5
The difference between his handling of his schedule compared to Bradley Cooper's recent schedule cancellations, was that Hugh always factored in when he expected not to be around and tickets were never sold for those dates, so people never had any inconveniences. On the other hand, it was unfortunate for Cooper that he had to cancel the closing show ( which sometimes is looked forward to in the same way as Opening Night) itself as well other performances close to it.
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Post by jo on Jan 24, 2015 23:56:33 GMT -5
No offense meant, but sometimes Aussie media is not always careful about checking facts. Maybe they could have called Telecharge itself or the office of the producer to check if there were any potential cancellations?
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 3:04:20 GMT -5
I had been able to watch the ceremonies via a live feed on YouTube.
Deborra Lee Furness did not win the award for AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR 2015.
It was given to a victim of and a strong advocate against domestic/family violence. She gave a very emotional and touching speech on how she had set out on her campaign against this social issue, having been a victim which saw her see her young son murdered by her husband. She said the award will push here even further in her advocacy to have the issue addressed not just by government but by ordinary Australians, both women and men.
The ideals behind the awards are very inspiring and thought-provoking. The finalists for the four awards seemed all very inspiring role models. Their kind bring out the best in every nation.
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*The ceremonies were very laid back - very Australian - in nature. The awards were announced by Prime Minister Tony Abott in the open-air lawns outside Parliament House, where people were either standing or sitting on the lawn. It was very summery in atmosphere.
*I saw several glimpses of Ava ( she seemed to be a favorite of the cameraman) - wearing a red dress and seated by her grandma Fay.
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 3:07:11 GMT -5
Hugh retweets Deb's gracious tweet --
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 3:11:03 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 3:17:27 GMT -5
Hopefully, someday it will be another member of the family who will eventually get the inspiring award for AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR.
Hugh Jackman is building a reputation as a great actor/performer and an exemplary humanitarian...and perhaps all his contributions will eventually make all Australians proud, even if his platform is not physically in Australia!
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Post by mamaleh on Jan 25, 2015 7:01:41 GMT -5
Deb's nomination has undoubtedly given more gravitas to her cause and can only help ease the way to resolving the adoption crisis in Australia. To be included among all those amazing nominees is a feat in itself. I'm sure the whole family is bursting with pride over Deb's accomplishments.
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 17:06:06 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 19:22:25 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 25, 2015 19:34:16 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 26, 2015 15:46:23 GMT -5
Hope the Jackmans and all of you get through the snow storm without any difficulties or harm!
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Post by jo on Jan 26, 2015 19:50:54 GMT -5
Are the lights out in Manhattan now? Or is it just a photographic trick Jo
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Post by jo on Jan 27, 2015 17:30:32 GMT -5
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Post by hughmanity on Jan 27, 2015 21:22:00 GMT -5
Both of Hugh's snow selfiies were featured on Access Hollywood tonight. So cute!
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 2:04:56 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 17:40:57 GMT -5
Recent photo ?
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 18:44:58 GMT -5
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Post by wildfire on Jan 28, 2015 20:06:44 GMT -5
Jo, the photo with Ava is an old one, last year or the year before.
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 20:12:27 GMT -5
LOL- besides Ava was in Australia with Deb when the big storm hit the Northeast Jo
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 23:21:46 GMT -5
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Post by jo on Jan 28, 2015 23:56:25 GMT -5
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Post by mamaleh on Jan 29, 2015 0:12:24 GMT -5
On Sunday Hugh mentioned that Deb would be staying in Australia several days more to celebrate mum Faye Duncan's big milestone birthday.
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Post by jo on Jan 29, 2015 6:05:57 GMT -5
Is the weather warm enough now?
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Post by mamaleh on Jan 29, 2015 7:49:10 GMT -5
LOL, no, not for ordinary people. As the photo shows, it was snowing when he doffed his jacket. I've noticed that some of his gym buddies who also help out at CITS wear shorts even in the cold. They've probably just come from a strenuous workout and are still feeling the heat.
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