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[Kogan First] Electric Gooseneck Kettle 0.6L Matte Black $24.99 Delivered @ Kogan

Good price on a gooseneck. Great for pourovers.


  • Matte black gooseneck kettle
  • Design allows for precision pours
  • 0.6L Capacity
  • 360° Rotating base
  • LED Light on/off switch
  • Dry boil protection
  • Strix control
  • Cord storage




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[VIC] DGtek Fibre Network FTTP 150/150 Plan: $49/M for 9 Months (Limited Areas, New Customers) @ Pineapple Net

PineappleNet has a Black Friday special for home internet - $49 for 150Mbps symmetrical speeds. Certainly a lot better prices, speed and service than NBN.

PineappleNet is a reseller of the DGTek fibre network, who operate only in buildings in very limited areas near Melbourne CBD and some South Eastern suburbs. And not in every building, so check your address to see if they're available.

I've been a customer for over 2 years and very happy to recommend.

Referral solicitation removed — Mod.

Note: This is not NBN FTTP.




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Roborock Qrevo Master Robotic Vacuum Cleaner $1997 (Was $2699) + Delivery ($0 C&C/In-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi

First deal post since I've been looking at this unit myself…

Not quite the cheapest it's ever been ($1968) but not too bad either.
Better value with the free Roborock Flexi Lite wetvac handheld offer until the end of today 13/11/2024.
Claims must be registerted by 6pm today!!
Don't forget to combine with discount JB-Hifi Gift cards for more savings if you can!

Key Features

FlexiArm Design™ for thorough coverage,
HyperForce® suction power 10,000Pa
DuoRoller Riser™ Brush
Multifunctional Dock 3.0
“Hello Rocky” Intelligent Voice Assistant
Reactive AI Obstacle Recognition for smooth and pristine clean-ups.

Flexi Arm™ Design Technology
Features a specialized side brush and edge mopping system that ensures comprehensive cleaning coverage, effectively eliminating blind spots and leaving no dirt behind.

DuoRoller Riser™ Brush
Features dual-rubber spiral brush design that effortlessly avoids tangles. It includes concealed scrapers in the cover to easily remove hair from the brushes, preventing hair from tangling during routine cleaning.

Hot Water Mop Washing
Effortlessly lift oil stains from mops with hot water, ideal for kitchen and dining areas, while also saving time and water. The hot water effectively removes over 99.7%* of bacteria on the spinning mops. TUV tested.

10,000Pa HyperForce® Suction
Captures hair, dust, and debris efficiently from various surfaces such as hardwood, tiles, and carpets, ensuring extraordinary cleanliness.

New Dock - Self Cleaning system
Features a self-driven cleaning module that uses rotating scrapers to effectively clean the dock base bottom, eliminating the need for manual maintenance. All self-cleaning module accessories and the dock base are detachable for easy washing when needed

Built-In Intelligent Voice Assistant
Simpy say "Hello Rocky" to start cleanups, adjust settings based on the cleanup scenario, or call the robot where it's needed, all hands-free. Enjoy the convenience of voice control even offline, without needing WiFi or your phone to conrol the robot.

PreciSense® LiDAR Navigation
LiDAR-based navigation creates detailed and accurate maps in real-time to find an optimal route to clean your home.

Faster Charging & Off-Peak Charging Supported

Currently ranked #3 on Robot/Mop combo devices on Vacuum Wars
https://vacuumwars.com/best-robot-vacuum-mop-combo-2024/


Lets hope the new Trump Administration follows through with it's proposed 60% tax on Chinese goods to the USA because it will heavily press China to slash the costs of products headed to Aus- such as what's happened in the recent Chinese EV market.
Realistically I think these units would be fairly priced at around $1450 since that's a fair conversion for what the Yanks are paying in equivalent USD on their recent sales.



  • Electrical & Electronics
  • Roborock
  • Roborock Qrevo Master
  • Roborock Qrevo Robot Vacuum
  • Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

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Baby Christmas Milestone Cards $0.99 each & More + Delivery ($0 with $200 Spend) @ magoo & magee

Snuggle Hunny branded Christmas Milestone Cards usually $4.95 reduced to $0.99 as part of Black Friday sale.




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LG Resu 16 Prime (High Voltage 3-Phase Home Battery) $10,995 Installed with Solis 10kW 3p 4MPPT Hybrid Inverter @ Kenny Solar

LG RESU16H Prime + Solis S6-EH3P10K-H-AU (AS4777-2 2020)

Part of the latest generation 3 series in the LG RESU line-up. The RESU16H Prime is the largest lithium-ion residential battery storage in the world, supplying a total energy capacity of 16 kWh. The latest RESU16H Prime provides an all-new continuous power rating of 7 kW and a peak rating of 11 kW. This increased peak power enables homeowners to backup high-surge power appliance loads like air-conditioning units and pumps.

The 16 kWh battery features industry-leading continuous power, storage capacity, and DC round-trip efficiency (>90%). Stackable to 32 kWh of energy storage capacity, the RESU16H Prime can fully cover an average daily electricity use of a home.

SPECS
Electrical Characteristics
Nominal Energy 16.45 kWh
Usable Energy1) 16.0 kWh @77°F (25°C)
Voltage Range Charge 420 ~ 450 VDC
Discharge 350 ~ 410VDC
Max. Charge/Discharge Current 20A@350V
Max. Charge/Discharge Power 7 kW
Peak Power (only discharging)2) 11 kW for 10 sec.
Peak Current (only discharging) 32.8A for 10 sec.
Battery Chemistry Lithium Ion
Communication Interface RS485/CAN
DC Protection Circuit Breaker, Fuse, DCDC converter
(Short Circuit Current : 1.616kA)
Connection Method Spring Type Connector
User interface LEDs for Normal and Fault operation
Protection Features Over Voltage / Over Current /
short circuit / Reverse Polarity
Scalability
(Total Energy, Max. Charge/Discharge Power)
Max. 2 in parallel
(32.0 kWh @77°F (25°C), 14kW)

Only 14 units left in total

Happy to quote on PV installation also.
Price includes installation in Standard metro in WA, NSW, VIC, QLD
travel or freight is an additional charge

Kenny Solar
1300882990
www.kennysolar.com.au
info@kennysolar.com.au




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TaylorMade Spider 24 Mallet Putter $319.99 Each (Save $80) Delivered @ GolfBox

Main link is for the double bend model. Slant neck is also available at the same price: https://www.golfbox.com.au/clubs/taylormade-spider-24-putter…

Left and right hand available in 34 and 35 inch lengths. Red and Ghost White colours available in various configurations.

Good price for a high quality putter.

Also available, the TaylorMade Spider Tour range for $439.99 (save $110): https://www.golfbox.com.au/search?q=taylormade%20spider%20to…

Also available, Bettinardi 2022 Inovai 8.0 Putter - Spud in right hand 35 inch only for $349.99 (save $330): https://www.golfbox.com.au/clubs/bettinardi-2022-inovai-8-0-…



  • Sports & Outdoors
  • Golf Clubs (golfing equipment)
  • TaylorMade

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Belly Me Probiotic Range 60ml - 1 for $2.45 (Usually $4.90 Each) @ Coles

Decent interest in this product when it was last posted here
And it seemed to have not been highlighted in the weekly coles round up.

Tastes gross imo - jury is still out on if this is all just mind games. My various avenues of self sabotage probably doesnt help.

My misso seems to like them though. She rates the digest cleanse ones
I've been taking the energy fuel one




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20% off Telkomsel eSIM @ Balisim, Indonesia

Transform your travel experience in Bali and Indonesia with an exclusive 20% discount on Telkomsel eSIM, available only at balisim.com! Forget the hassle of swapping physical SIM cards and expensive roaming charges. With Telkomsel eSIM, you’ll have fast, reliable internet across Bali and all major tourist spots in Indonesia, all at an unbeatable price. Stay connected and roam freely while saving on data costs!

Why Choose Telkomsel eSIM for Your Bali and Indonesia Trip?
With Telkomsel eSIM, you can enjoy seamless internet access throughout Bali and top travel destinations in Indonesia. Whether you’re exploring Bali’s beautiful beaches, hiking through lush jungles, or discovering vibrant cities, stay in touch with family and friends. Simply scan a QR code to activate your eSIM in minutes—no physical SIM required! Telkomsel eSIM offers premium service at an affordable price, so you can focus on enjoying your adventure.

Key Benefits of Choosing Telkomsel eSIM from balisim.com (with 20% Discount!):
Incredible Savings with 20% Off: Stay connected at a fraction of the cost with 20% off your Telkomsel eSIM purchase. Don't miss out—this limited-time offer is valid until November 30, 2024, so grab your eSIM now and save on your internet plans while traveling!

Fast and Reliable Connection: Whether you're at Bali’s lively Kuta Beach or the peaceful Ubud countryside, Telkomsel eSIM offers fast and stable internet for easy photo sharing, video calls, and browsing.

Simple Setup Process: Getting online with Telkomsel eSIM is a breeze. All you need to do is scan a QR code, and you'll be ready to explore Bali and beyond. No need to worry about physical SIM cards or complicated processes!

Wide Network Coverage: Enjoy excellent coverage in all major tourist destinations across Bali and Indonesia. Whether you’re in busy city centers or remote areas, Telkomsel eSIM ensures you’ll stay connected.

Flexible Data Plans: Telkomsel offers a variety of data plans to suit any length of stay. Whether you're visiting for a short holiday or an extended adventure, there’s an eSIM plan that fits your needs.

No Physical SIM Needed: The digital eSIM means you don’t need to swap your current SIM card. Activate it with just a few taps and roam freely across Indonesia with ease.

Get Your Telkomsel eSIM with 20% Off Before November 30th!
Ready to enhance your Bali and Indonesia vacation with fast and affordable internet? Order your Telkomsel eSIM now from balisim.com and enjoy 20% off your purchase! Whether you’re surfing on Bali’s beaches or exploring Indonesia’s hidden gems, Telkomsel eSIM keeps you connected and saves you money.

Hurry, this 20% discount is only available until November 30, 2024—don’t miss out!

Start your Indonesian adventure with Telkomsel eSIM from balisim.com: fast, affordable, and reliable internet, now with 20% off!



  • Mobile
  • eSIM
  • Mobile Broadband Plan
  • Travel SIM Card

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Cold Power Advanced Clean, Liquid Laundry Detergent, 4L $18 ($16.20 S&S) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon AU

Cold Power Advanced Clean, Liquid Laundry Detergent, 4L $18 ($16.20 S&S) + Delivery ($0 with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon AU

  • Advanced cleaning technology effectively removes tough stains and dirt.
  • Infused with a refreshing lemon fragrance.
  • Provides a deep clean while being gentle on clothes and colors.
  • Suitable for use on a wide range of fabrics
    Can be used for both everyday laundry.




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[PC, Steam] Warhammer: Vermintide 2 $2.09 @ Steam

Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is a 4-player co-op action game set in the Warhammer Fantasy Battles world. Sequel to the critically acclaimed Vermintide, Vermintide 2 is the latest installment in a franchise best known for its intense and bloody first-person melee combat.

Our five heroes have returned to take on an even greater threat than before – the combined forces of a ruinous Chaos army and the swarming Skaven horde. The only thing standing between utter defeat and victory is you and your allies. If you fall - so too will the Empire.




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Extra 10% off + Shipping @ Fragrance-Free Products

Fragrance-Free Products (Toiletries without fragrances) are currently closing down with everything set to or below wholesale price.

Enjoy an extra 10% off with the code "OzBargain"
https://www.FragranceFreeProducts.com.au/

Ecostore – Laundry Liquid Ultra Sensitive 1L RP$10.99 now $6.95
Ecostore – Ultra Sensitive Dish Liquid 1L RP$8.95 now $6.95
Ecostore – Ultra Sensitive 3X Concentrate Laundry Liquid 480ml RP$15 now $8.95
White Magic – Eco Eraser Original Sponge RP$7.95 now $3.95
White Magic – Eco Eraser Big Sponge RP$9 now $5.95
White Magic – Eco Eraser King Sponge RP$14 now $7.95
White Magic – Eco Eraser Extra Power Sponge 4Pk RP$7.20 now $5
Envirocare earth – Sensitive Body & Hair Cleanser 500ml RP$14.95 now $9.50
Envirocare earth – Sensitive Body & Hair Cleanser 1L RP$20.85 now $13.95
Envirocare earth – Sensitive Body Wash 500ml RP$16.55 now $10.95
Envirocare earth – Sensitive Body Wash 1L RP$20.85 now $13.95
Envirocare earth – Baby Sensitive Bath & Shampoo 500ml RP$18.20 now $11.95
Envirocare earth – Baby Sensitive Bath & Shampoo 2L RP$39.95 now $21.50
Bexters – Soda Crystals 800g RP$9.95 now $6.95
Bee Natural – Lip Balm Stick – Original Unscented RP$7.50 now $3.95
Grants of Australia – Flavour Free Natural Toothpaste RP$6.95 now $4.95
Happy Turtle – Organic Cotton & Bamboo Cotton Buds RP$6.49 now $1.99
Natures Child – Organic Cotton Reusable Baby Wipes RP$29.95 now $11.95
Natures Child – Certified Organic Face Wipes RP$12.95 now $4.95
Henry Blooms – Kids Probiotic Toothpaste Flavour Free RP$7 now $4.95
Abode – Baby Laundry Liquid 1L RP$14.95 now $9.95
Abode – Laundry Liquid Zero 1L RP$15.95 now $9.95
Abode – Dish Liquid Zero 500ml RP$9.95 now $6.95
Abode – Fabric Softner Zero 1L RP$19.95 now $13.20
Grahams Natural – C+ Cream (Eczema & Dermatitis Relief) 120g RP$31.95 now $19.95
Grahams Natural – Scalp Relief Cream 60g RP$20 now $12.95
Dermeze – Treatment Ointment 100g RP$12 now $8.95
Eco Turtles – 2PK Non Scratch Cellulose Sponge RP$6 now $3.30

Shipping starts at approximately $7-$11 this depends on your order's total weight and location. Shipped from Melbourne VIC, and you can choose from Australia Post, Sendle, or Aramex for delivery. (Sendle & Aramex exclude PO Boxes)

We also offer flexible payment options through AfterPay, PayPal, Klarna, and ZipPay-allowing you to spread out your payments weekly, fortnightly, or monthly.

We close on the 1st of December 2024 or until stock lasts.

Thank you for your support! It’s been a pleasure providing fragrance-free options, especially to help those with Fragrance Sensitivity and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity to find suitable products.




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[Prime] Minisforum NAB6 Lite i5-12600H, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 2x 2.5G LAN, Wi-Fi 6, Win11 $539.98 Shipped @ Minisforum Amazon AU

Looks like an even better deal SPECIFICALLY for Amazon Prime members than the one on offer in May 2024 (https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/848019).

https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0D2HDV8T9

Have to be logged in to Amazon Prime account to see the $539.98 pricing.




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8BitDo Ultimate 2C Black Myth: Wukong Edition Wired US$19.02 (~A$29.18) Wireless US$28.27 (~A$43.37) Del @ 8Bitdo AliExpress

Back with another negotiated deal and this time it's on the 8Bitdo Ultimate 2C Black Myth: Wukong Limited Edition in both the wired and wireless variants. It beats the previous deal, still beats $69.95 at EB Games and ships from 8BitDo's official store.

The Ultimate 2C improves upon the original by introducing Bluetooth connectivity alongside 2.4G wireless, hall effect joysticks/triggers, customisable R4/L4 buttons and tactile switches. Comparison here.

  • Apply the coupons 8BITDOVIPAU and AU1132

AU$ based on current Mastercard rate, GST inclusive and stacks with cashback.


For those paying in USD this is how you get the correct exchange rate in PayPal:

Setting overseas websites to AUD or letting PayPal do the currency conversion results in an inflated rate. To get the correct rate you need a card without international fees and do the following:

  • Set the website currency to USD
  • Checkout with PayPal
  • Select your card with no international fees
  • Click "See currency options"
  • Select USD to bill the card in USD instead of AUD
  • Proceed with checkout

Now you'll get the correct MasterCard or VISA exchange rate depending on the card.

Original Coupon Deal




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2 Dozens Original Glazed Donuts $28 + $7.50/$12 Delivery ($0 C&C/ $65 Order) @ Krispy Kreme (Excludes SA)

Unbox 24 of our iconic Original Glazed® Doughnuts for only $28! ????

This online-only offer won't last long - grab yours before it disappears at 11:59pm November 14th 2024!

Don't miss the sweetest deal!
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Offer available exclusively via krispykreme.com.au only, from 6:00PM AEDT Wednesday 13th November until 11:59PM Thursday 14th November 2024.
Offer available on Signature Pack Product only.
Offer is not available in Krispy Kreme Stores, 7-Eleven, Woolworths, Coles, Costco, bp-Connect, Krispy Kreme South Australia, Jesters or via third party delivery partners and Same-Day Pick-Up Menu.
Offer is subject to stock availability. Whilst stocks last. Terms and conditions apply. See full T&Cs here.




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Insta360 X3 5.7K 360° Action Camera $499 Delivered / C&C / in-Store @ Jaycar

Started looking at 360° cameras and I've got my eye on the Insta360 X3 and came across this deal which is cheaper than the current Insta360 branded deal but doesn't have the accessories.




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$5 Bonus Cashback (Min $20 Spend, Activation Required) @ Cashrewards

Check your emails - likely targeted.

*Valid for members that activate bonus prior to shop and make a qualifying transaction of $20 or more by 19/11/2024 11:59pm AEDT. Online only.




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[Used] Dell UltraSharp U3419W 34" UWQHD IPS 60Hz Curved Monitor (NO STAND) 3M Warranty, $199 + Del / $0 C&C @ BPC Tech

Ridiculous value for a monitor with these specs, even with no stand and shipping costs - paid $38 for StarTrack to Brisbane area, so $237 total, ordered Sunday arrived today.

Should go without saying it's not an ideal monitor for gaming, but honestly it would be plenty enjoyable for many titles imo (just not competitive shooters etc).

The screen was well packed and works perfectly, has a great picture and there were no scratches or dead pixels on my unit.

Specs:

Size & Resolution: 34-inch, UltraWide, 3440 x 1440 (WQHD)
Aspect Ratio: 21:9
Panel Type: IPS
Colour Coverage: 99% sRGB
Brightness: 300 cd/m²
Ports: USB-C (with power delivery up to 90W), HDMI, DisplayPort, USB 3.0, audio out
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Features: Built-in KVM switch, Picture-by-Picture, Picture-in-Picture
Weight: 8.2kg without stand

Pros:

  • good bit newer than popular U3415W from recent deals
  • decent brightness at 300 cd/m²
  • USB-C with solid power delivery at 90W
  • USB hub and KVM switch
  • excellent overall value

Cons:

  • 60Hz peasantry
  • useless "fast" overdrive mode (visible overshoot like if mouse trails were enabled, just don't)

Before anyone has a sook about the "free shipping over $199" like on that last thread, it's a pretty heavy unit at 8.2kg (not incl. packaging) and the exclusion is clearly stated on BPC's shipping policy page.

Cheers for the mad bargain BPC, couldn't be happier.




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30% off Pocket Watercolour Painting Books + $7.50 Delivery ($0 with $69/ $99 Spend) @ HeyKids

Our Black Friday Presale has started!

30% off watercolour painting books, $6.96 each

Deal ends on 29/11/2024

Shipping Rates:
1. Metro Areas & Major Cities - Free Shipping From $69 / $7.50
2. Rural Areas - Free Shipping From $99 / $7.50




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Dell G15 (5535) Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS, RTX 4060, 16GB DDR5 RAM, 512GB SSD $1498.20 Delivered @ Dell

Stumbled upon this well priced AMD Ryzen 7 laptop. Has well rounded specs and an RTX 4060. Feel free to experiment or wait for any stackable coupon codes along with cashback.

Specs:

Processor
AMD Ryzen™ 7 7840HS (24 MB total cache, 8 cores, up to 5.10 GHz Max Boost Clock)

Operating System
Windows 11 Home, English

Video Card
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060, 8 GB GDDR6

Display
15.6", FHD 1920x1080, 165Hz, 100% sRGB, 3ms, ComfortView Plus, DDS, NVIDIA G-SYNC

Memory
16GB DDR5, 2x8GB, 4800MT/s; up to 32GB (5600MT/s with AMD CPU)

Storage
512 GB, M.2, PCIe NVMe, SSD

Ports
1 Headset (Headphone and Microphone combo) port
1 RJ45 Ethernet port
3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
1 HDMI 2.1 port
1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 with DisplayPort™
1 Power Input port

Dimensions & Weight
Height (front): 21.28 mm (0.83 in.)
Height (rear): 26.15 mm (1.02 in.)
Height (peak): 26.95 mm (1.06 in.)
Width: 357.26 mm (14.07 in.)
Depth: 274.52 mm (10.80 in.)

Camera
720p at 30 fps HD RGB camera, single integrated microphon

Audio and Speakers
Stereo speakers with Realtek ALC3254, 2 x 2.5 W

Wireless
MediaTek Wi-Fi 6 MT7921, 2x2, 802.11ax, MU-MIMO, Bluetooth® wireless card

Primary Battery
6 Cell, 86 Wh, integrated

Power
330W AC adapter




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[NSW] TCL 98" C855 QD-Mini LED Google TV $6150 + Delivery ($0 to Select Areas) @ Appliance Central

I checked postage for all of capital cities and it seems only NSW is eligible for postage.

Next cheapest would be $6867 @ The Good Guys via the price beat button

Specs: https://www.tcl.com/au/en/tvs/98c855

Prices may come down further on Black Friday, but I can't be sure as my crystal ball is broken. Please feel free to speculate below.




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LG NeoChef 23L Smart Inverter Microwave Oven $130 Delivered @ Amazon AU

Dropping faster than your 5G. Down to its ATL, possibly most popular but equally most hated compact OzB microwave.

Get onto it whilst your food is hot and your wifi is not.




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50% OFF 2 x Silk Pillowcases Gift Boxed $38.99 Delivered @ Spoil Me Silk N' Pearls

A lot of products on sale! Great for Christmas gifts!




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Black Harvest Film Festival 2024 Preview

A preview of the 2024 Black Harvest Film Festival.



  • Festivals & Awards

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Max’s “Dune: Prophecy” Fails to Capture the Magic of Villeneuve’s Films, Herbert’s Novels 

A review of the new Max show set in the world of Frank Herbert's Dune.




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Tokyo International Film Festival 2024: Godzilla Turns 70

On an amazing event in Tokyo this year in celebration of Godzilla's 70ths birthday.



  • Festivals & Awards

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A Voice from the Great Unconscious: Tony Todd (1954-2024)

A tribute to Tony Todd.




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100 Yards

“100 Yards” perfectly illustrates what makes Xu a filmmaker worth following.




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Siam Society marks 120 years with dhamma

To mark its 120th anniversary, Siam Society is holding a special series of four afternoon talks, "Enlightenment In This Lifetime: Liberation Through The Practice Of The Buddha's Teaching", to shed new light on Buddhism and meditation, from Nov 19-22 from 2pm to 4pm.




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Paris zoo's orangutan painter Nenette turns 50

France's most famous orangutan delighted zoo visitors with her artistic antics on Thursday (June 13), three days ahead of her 50th birthday. - REUTERS




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Democrats name lineup for first 2020 debate

The Democratic National Committee names the 20 presidential candidates who qualified for the first pivotal debate at the end of June. A sitting U.S. governor and a congressman are among the four left off the stage. - REUTERS




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Bangkok Post International Mini Marathon 2019

Thousand runners joined the Bangkok Post International Mini Marathon on Sunday.




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Phuket posts over 10% rental yield

The rental residential market in Phuket has generated an annual yield of more than 10% this year, driven by the ongoing tourism and property boom, which has fuelled high demand for short- and long-term rental properties in prime areas.




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Extended D23 Brazil Trailer for MCU's 'Thunderbolts*' Big 2025 Movie

"So what? Do we all just punch and shoot?" Lock & load. Marvel has debuted a new almost 4-minute long promo trailer from D23 Brazil for their next big MCU movie Thunderbolts*. This will kick off the summer 2025 movie season opening on May 2nd, 2025 next year. A ragtag group of antiheroes is sent on covert missions for the American government. This still just looks like Marvel's MCU version of The Suicide Squad, bringing together a group of offbeat superheroes / supervillains to join up as the "Thunderbolts" and do the fed's dirty work. The fun ensemble cast includes David Harbour as Red Guardian, Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr / Ghost, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Sebastian Stan as Bucky, Lewis Pullman as Bob aka "Sentry", Olga Kurylenko as Taskmaster, and Florence Pugh as Black Widow Yelena Belova, plus Geraldine Viswanathan as Mel, and finally Julia Louis-Dreyfus as the handler Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. This is a much better trailer than the first teaser, spending time introducing every single one of these misfits. Bob still looks like the most interesting. And Red Guardian looks like the funniest one. Enjoy. Here's the D23 Brazil promo trailer for Jake Schreier's movie […]




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Second Trailer for '2073' Doc About Fighting to Stop Climate Change

"We are worth more when we are addicted, polarized, and misinformed... than we are if we are living, breathing, free citizens." Neon revealed a second trailer for 2073, a frightening doc about climate change and the destructive future we're headed towards. Now set for a release in December in the US. It's the latest documentary film from Oscar-winning filmmaker Asif Kapadia, known for Senna, Amy, Diego Maradona, and others. 2073 is a hybrid doc - featuring a live-action sci-fi segment starring Samantha Morton living in a dystopian future ruined by climate change & authoritarianism (the year 2073); along with doc segments showing how we could get there, giving clear-eyed facts about the rise of right-wing authoritarianism and libertarianism worldwide – which won't stop climate change. "Through a genre-busting mix of archive and drama Ghost witnesses the terrifying threats facing us: a Democratic recession, the rise of neo-fascism, the Climate Disaster and the intrusion of surveillance technology. This is not science fiction. This is happening now." This premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival - where I saw it. Alas despite being a good idea, the film is rather boring and won't have much of an impact. Sadly. Though we do […]




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UN COP29 climate summit ups ‘climate finance’ target from 2009’s goal of $100 billion a year to ‘a more ambitious goal’ of ‘$1.8 trillion by 2030’ – Seeks ‘a just transition towards sustainability’

Last week, UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) published its report on the quantitative and qualitative elements of the NCQG. It conveys a strong message that global climate finance needs a boost in both quantity and quality to address developing economies’ needs for a just transition towards sustainability and resilience. 

“Ultimately, the goal of the NCQG (New Collective Quantified Goal) on climate finance must be to transform the climate finance landscape and herald a new era of mutual trust, cooperation and climate action,” the UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report urges. 




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Science Shock: U.K. Met Office is ‘Inventing’ Temperature Data from 100 Non-Existent Stations

Science Shock: U.K. Met Office is “Inventing” Temperature Data from 100 Non-Existent Stations by Chris Morrison Shocking evidence has emerged that points to the U.K. Met Office inventing temperature data from over 100 non-existent weather stations. The explosive allegations have been made by citizen journalist Ray Sanders and sent to the new Labour Science Minister Peter Kyle MP. […]




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World Bank Missing $41 Billion in Climate Funds – ‘40% of all disbursed climate funds’ can’t be accounted for – ‘Yet, climate activists are demanding $5 trillion in ANNUAL financing’

World Bank Missing $41 Billion in Climate Funds by Martin Armstrong A new report by Oxfam, “Climate Finance Unchecked,” has determined that the World Bank has $41 billion in unaccounted funds that were destined to fight climate change. This figure represents 40% of all disbursed climate funds by the World Bank. Oxfam’s audit revealed that between 2017 […]




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LA CUENTA SUIZA, de Leslie Waller (Pomaire, Buenos Aires, 4ª ed.)

Título:
La cuenta suiza
Autor: Leslie Waller (1923-2007)
Título original: The Swiss account (1976)
Traducción: Aníbal Leal
Editor: Editorial Pomaire (Buenos Aires)
Edición: 4ª ed.
Fecha de edición: 1978-03
Descripción física: 542, 2 p.; 13,5x20 cm.: solapas
Estructura: 6 partes, 62 capítulos
Información sobre impresión:
Este libro se terminó de imprimir el día 24 de abril de 1978 en Imprenta de los Buenos Ayres, S.A., Rondeau 3274, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
La edición consta de seis mil ejemplares.
 
Información de contracubierta:
Suiza es un país en el que poquísimas cosas comienzan, pero muchas terminan
 
Información de solapas:
Suiza es un país en el que poquísimas cosas comienzan, pero muchas terminan
F. Scott Fitzgerald
 
A Matt Burris siempre se le encomendaban las misiones más difíciles, y si alguien podía infiltrarse en la organización bancaria suiza ése era él. Sin embargo sólo pudo cumplir su tarea utilizando recursos verdaderamente insospechados.
Margit Staeli era la heredera de una de las fortunas más grandes de Europa, pero su tío Dieter no quería mujeres a la cabeza de la empresa y confiaba en que el día que la muchacha se casara con Erich, su prometido, las cosas se solucionarían solas.
Cuando estos personajes se encuentran, la pacífica Suiza se transforma en el escenario de un juego mortal, en el que no sólo están en juego millones de francos sino también varias vidas humanas.
La novela transcurre en un ambiente de intrigas que se planean en viejas mansiones, dentro de coches de lujo que se persiguen por autopistas interminables, en restaurantes en los que hay que saber por lo menos tres idiomas para poder desayunar, en despachos desde los cuales se gobierna el mundo.
El choque producido entre las aspiraciones personales y los intereses del mundo de los negocios envuelve a los personajes en una maraña de traiciones, sexo y violencia, en medio de la cual hay, de vez en cuando, un gesto tierno, un amor auténtico, un sacrificio desinteresado.
Al atractivo del argumento hay que sumarle el interés de descubrir una imagen de un país y de ciudades que creíamos conocer. Con mucho humor y fina ironía el autor nos va presentando el rostro desconocido de los suizos.
El autor es un verdadero experto en la materia y nos revela los secretos de la evasión de divisas, de los institutos de belleza para mujeres internacionalmente famosas y de la forma cómo operan los Bancos para mantener inviolable el secreto de los depósitos que se hacen desde el extranjero.
 
Leslie Waller comenzó su carrera literaria como periodista, oficio que le permitió adentrarse en ambientes diversos y que le proporcionó un profundo conocimiento del mundo que describe. Entre sus novelas más famosas figuran The Banker, The Family y The Coast of Fear. Pasa parte del año en Nueva York y el resto en Europa.
 
MI COMENTARIO:
De las novelas de décadas pasadas que encontré en mis búsquedas, La cuenta suiza era una de las que más me intrigaba. Evidentemente, trataba sobre el manejo financiero en Suiza, pero quería saber si incluía el espionaje en su historia, y qué estilo tenía, ya que posee una cantidad de páginas importante. Debo decir que me sorprendió: Waller se toma su tiempo para realizar una radiografía no sólo de los negocios que puede tener un gran banco helvético, sino que también desnuda al país mismo. Es una verdadera novela sobre el espíritu suizo. Waller no se enfoca en el folklore o en las bellezas turísticas (aunque también aparecen), sino que nos permite conocer una sociedad cerrada (por lo menos hasta los años ’70), donde las mujeres tienen limitados derechos básicos, con los hombres poderosos decididos a mantenerlas así. Es un país retrógrado con dinero. Sin embargo, la figura de Margit Staeli, heredera de la gran fortuna familiar, educada en Estados Unidos, sexualmente activa, se erige como la posibilidad de un cambio desde adentro. Pero la novela tiene varias líneas de acción más, que van desde un intrigante negocio electrónico con empresas japonesas, hasta el delirio geopolítico de Woods Palmer, ex director ejecutivo de UBCO, uno de los mayores bancos americanos, que vive cerca de Lugano. Palmer fue protagonista de una trilogía bestseller de Waller, compuesta por El banquero (1963), La familia (1968) y El americano (1971). Alguna fuente web que no registré decía que apareció en varios libros más, aunque de forma secundaria; La cuenta suiza lo confirma (curiosamente, los sitios webs más importantes sobre ficción no certifican esta serie). Palmer mueve a Matt Burris, ejecutivo de UBCO, desde su puesto en Japón a Basilea para que contribuya con una misión secreta a tomar el control de las finanzas del país. En una charla con Curtis, encargado de las operaciones secretas de UBCO, el director retirado confiesa sus propósitos megalómanos:

—Hay que aprender a descifrar el lenguaje de los economistas —dijo (Palmer)—. Más de la mitad del mundo se encuentra en vísperas de graves problemas. Pero nosotros no formamos parte de esa mitad.
—Me alegra saberlo. ¿Quién los sufrirá?
—Los pueblos subdesarrollados —Palmer esbozó un gesto—. Yo no inventé el término. La gente marginal está demás. No se trata de los desocupados. Demonios, eso puede ocurrirle a cualquiera. Ocurre que esa gente no sabe hacer nada que le permita ganarse la vida.
—¿Ni siquiera cavar zanjas?
—Ni siquiera eso. Las máquinas lo hacen cien veces mejor y más rápido.
—¿Cultivar alimentos, o algodón?
—Muy pronto no se necesitarán brazos para ejecutar esas tareas —dijo Palmer con una sonrisa seca—. Ahora todo se hace con máquinas. Antiguamente un campesino de los lugares más remotos de África o Vietnam podía cultivar mijo o arroz, o cualquier cosa que le permitía vivir, con un pequeño sobrante que canjeaba por otros artículos necesarios. Pero la sequía está destruyéndolo, y el bajo costo de los granos producidos con máquinas viene a completar la tarea. Está acabado. Se muere ante nuestros propios ojos. Lo único que puede asegurarse con certeza es que el hambre se agravará cada vez más.
—Pero podemos enviarles lo que necesitan.
—¿Beneficencia?
—¿Por qué no? —insistió Curtis—. Lo hemos hecho durante generaciones en beneficio de los habitantes marginales de Estados Unidos.
Palmer meneó la cabeza.
—No hay mucho sentimentalismo en los dirigentes de los países prósperos. Exceso de inflación, que perjudica a demasiada gente. Un político que enviara alimentos a los pueblos hambrientos de la tierra no duraría una semana.
—¿De modo que tienen que morir?
Palmer guardó silencio, los ojos fijos en la palma de la mano, con los dedos extendidos.
—Tienen que morir.
Curtis se puso de pie y caminó hacia el ventanal.
—Y nosotros seremos los dueños de la tierra, ¿verdad?
—Eso mismo —confirmó Palmer—. Hemos infligido algún daño a nuestra ecología. Pero podemos repararlo si queremos. El problema es que nadie demuestra interés en eso. Porque además hemos hecho cosas peores aún con nuestro sistema de distribución. Un daño irreparable e incurable. De modo que esta gente tendrá que morir para que nosotros nos conservemos sanos y comamos más de lo que necesitamos.
—Y estemos ocupados ganando dinero.
Palmer levantó la vista para ver a Curtis que regresaba a su asiento.
—Eso se sobreentiende —dijo secamente.

Las palabras de Palmer suenan tan siniestras como actuales.
Entre Palmer y la familia Staeli se desarrolla una secreta partida de ajedrez, con mucho espionaje cruzado y un renovado romance entre Margit y Burris, que ya se conocían. El desenlace se acelera con la utilización de calculadoras electrónicas que funcionan como aparatos de filtración de conversaciones, manejados desde Japón. Una vez más queda claro que la ambición de poder siempre necesitará obtener, legal o ilegalmente, la información necesaria para tomar decisiones. Lo que uno teme es que la tecnología quizás evolucionó demasiado desde la publicación de esta novela, aumentando su capacidad de ser manipulada. Los Palmer de ahora están más cerca de conseguir sus objetivos.




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LA VIDA EN (LA) COMPAÑIA, de Robert y Dayna Baer (Crítica)

Título:
La vida en (la) Compañía: la historia real de un matrimonio de espías
Autores: Robert Baer (1952-); Dayna Baer
Título original: The Company we keep (2010)
Traducción: Luis Noriega
Cubierta: Jaime Fernández (diseño); iStock (il.)
Editor: Editorial Crítica (Barcelona)
Edición: 1ª ed.
Fecha de edición: 2011-05
Descripción física: 301 p.; 16x24 cm.: cartoné con sobrecub.
Serie: Memoria crítica
ISBN: 978-84-9892-214-1
Depósito legal: M. 13.999-2011
Estructura: nota de los autores, mapa, prólogo, 50 capítulos, epílogo
Información sobre impresión:
2011. impreso y encuadernado en España por Huertas Industrias Gráficas S.A.
 
Información de contracubierta:
Esta es la más extraordinaria, y a la vez la más real, de todas las historias de espías que jamás se hayan contado. Robert Baer —autor de Soldado de la CIA, que sirvió de base a la película Syriana— y Dayna eran dos agentes de la CIA cuyo trabajo cotidiano consistía en actuar en secreto en los más diversos escenarios del mundo, de Bosnia a Tajikistán, pasando por Beirut o Bagdad, con el fin de participar en conspiraciones, atentados, guerras civiles y asesinatos, en una extraordinaria secuencia de episodios que comienza en Damasco en 1990 y concluye en Lahore en 2008. Dayna y Bob nos hablan con naturalidad y sencillez de estas experiencias, que eran para ellos las habituales de su trabajo, y nos cuentan cómo los riesgos y las emociones compartidos acabaron uniéndoles como pareja. David lgnatius ha dicho que ésta es «la mejor historia real de espionaje que haya leído jamás: combina el riesgo y los peligros del espionaje real, con la estupidez de la burocracia que lo dirige y la dislocación emocional que produce la vida en la clandestinidad».
 
Información de solapas:
Robert Baer fue agente de la CIA en el extranjero durante varias décadas y es autor de best sellers como Sleeping with the Devil, The Devil We Know y Soldado de la CIA, publicado por Crítica en 2003 y que sirvió de base a la película Syriana. Además, escribe con frecuencia en numerosas revistas y periódicos y es un reconocido experto en Oriente Medio.
Dayna Baer fue también un reputado miembro de la CIA hasta que dejó la agencia para establecerse junto a Robert.



  • AU ROBERT Y DAYNA BAER
  • ED CRITICA
  • GE BIOGRAFIA Y MEMORIAS

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Alain Delon (1935-2024)

Hoy pasó una de esas cosas que uno sabe que ocurrirá en algún momento, pero igualmente no quiere que pase. La muerte de Alain Delon es el recordatorio que existió algo llamado cine. También convierte en monumento, en escultura, una parte feliz de quienes disfrutamos, aprendimos, “nos dimos cuenta” con sus películas.
Delon dejó una interesante colección de films de espionaje: The Assassination of Trotsky (Joseph Losey, 1972), Scorpio (Michael Winner, 1973), Armaguedon (Alain Jessua, 1977), Mort d’un pourri (Georges Lautner, 1977), The Concorde... Airport ’79 (David Lowell Rich, 1979), 3 hommes à abattre (Jacques Deray, 1980), Tegeran-43 (Aleksandr Alov y Vladimir Naumov, 1981) y Le choc (Robin Davis, 1982). Recomiendo sobre todo Mort d’un pourri (Muerte de un corrupto), una película profética que anticipó el imperio de las finanzas que finalmente se ha impuesto en el mundo.
Como dice el título de la película que hizo con Charles Bronson: ADIEU L’AMI.




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JOE 90 BLU

New release: Spirit Entertainment releasing a new Blu-ray box set of the classic Gerry Anderson espionage series, Joe 90! From the press release: "Joe McClaine is a normal nine-year-old boy – but with his stepfather's invention, he becomes something much more! Professor McClaine's BIG RAT machine can imprint another person's brain patterns on Joe, giving him the skills to fly a jet, become an astronaut or operate on someone's brain! Recruited by the World Intelligence Network, Joe quickly becomes their Most Special Agent! Another huge hit for Gerry and Sylvia Anderson, Joe 90 took Century 21's popular Supermarionation productions into new territory with a star who's a nine-year-old secret agent! This entire series has been restored in High Definition from the original 35mm film elements, winning the FOCAL award for Best Archive Restoration & Preservation Project." It's great to see that companies like Spirit and Imprint are taking up where Network left off! If you search their listings you can find other past-Network treasures like Captain Scarlet, UFO, Space: 1999, Stingray, and Fireball XL5. So glad to see these classics staying in print! Due August 5th. More info at Blu-ray


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60s HONG KONG BLU

It's official! New release: Some of the marvelous 1960s spy-style films from Hong Kong are finally coming to Blu-ray: Angel with the Iron Fists, The Golden Buddha, and The Singing Thief. From the press release: "Following the enormous international success of Dr No and From Russia with Love, Bondmania swept the globe and initiated a cycle of Bondsploitation movies. Studios all over the world sought to capitalise on James Bond and the concept of the super-spy - including Hong Kong's venerable Shaw Brothers, who began producing tales of intrigue, espionage, and grand theft in the mid-1960s. Eureka Classics presents three of their best in this special-edition set: The Golden Buddha, Angel with the Iron Fists and The Singing Thief. In The Golden Buddha, businessman Paul (Paul Chang Chung, Police Story) finds himself in the crosshairs of the Skeleton Gang after he picks up the wrong briefcase on a flight to Singapore - one containing a small golden Buddha that might just play a part in a vast criminal conspiracy. In Angel with the Iron Fists, a mysterious woman (Lily Ho, Lady with a Sword) arrives in Hong Kong carrying a cache of stolen diamonds and quickly becomes embroiled with the infamous Devil Girl's Gang. Finally, in The Singing Thief, a master cat burglar (Jimmy Lin Chong, Tropicana Interlude) makes the decision to go straight and pursue a new career as a singer - that is, at least, until he becomes. a suspect in a series of jewel heists. Directed by studio regulars Lo Wei (The Big Boss) and Chang Cheh (The One-Armed Swordsman), The Golden Buddha, Angel with the Iron Fists and The Singing Thief filter a craze for films centered on super-spies and master criminals through the inimitable style of the Shaw Brothers Studio. All three films are presented on Blu-ray for the first time from HD masters supplied by Celestial Pictures." this is SUPER EXCITING news. I'm hoping we'll also see the sequel to Angel with the Iron Fists, as well as the Black Rose films, the Dark Heroine Muk Lan-Fa trilogy, Operation Lipstick, Temptress of a Thousand Faces, etc. 

 

More:

Limited edition of 2000 copies only;1080p HD presentations on Blu-ray from masters supplied by Celestial Pictures; Original mono audio tracks, plus:

• Optional English subtitles, newly translated for this release
•New audio commentaries by action cinema experts Mike Leeder and Arne Venema
• International Super Spies - A new interview with James Bond expert Llewella Chapman on global Bondmania in the 1960s
• A new interview with Hong Kong cinema scholar Wayne Wong, editor of Martial Arts Studies
• Reversible sleeve featuring individual sleeve artwork for each film
• Original trailers
• Limited edition O-Card slipcase featuring new artwork by Darren Wheeling
• Limited edition collector's booklet featuring new writing on all three films by lain Robert Smith, author of The Hollywood Meme: Transnational Adaptations in World Cinema


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On the Track of 007: Cote d'Azur

 

James Bond location guide: "On the Tracks of 007: Cote d'Azur, Written by Simon Firth, Cover artwork by Jeff Marshall.




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"On The Tracks of 007 - Italy"

Cover artwork by Jeffrey Marshall for the new book "On The Tracks of 007 - Italy" by Simon Firth. More information here: https://www.onthetracksof007.com/italy



  • Books: First Editions

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The Best Streaming Releases You Didn't Watch In October 2024

Netflix released several streaming titles that deserved more attention in October 2024, ranging from political thrillers to twisted crowd-pleasers.




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J Class - St. Barths Bucket 2013


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J Class - St. Barths Bucket 2013. Five magnificent and gigantic J Class sloops race in the St. Barths Bucket Regatta. Beautifully photographed by Onne van der Wal and edited by Halsey Fulton with on boat, boat-to-boat, crew comments, and aerials. Brought to you by TheSailingChannel.TV.

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600 Days to Cocos & the Galapagos Islands - Trailer Pt. 1


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Preview of Part 1.
Originally shot in 16 mm color, the film has been restored and converted to HD video.

Completed in 1976, this is a two part sailing documentary by skipper and noted Hollywood cinematographer, Gene Evens (Roots, Jeremiah Johnson, Lady Sings the Blues, Batman and many more movie and television productions) and his wife Josie aboard their 32 foot sloop, "Discubridor" ("Discoverer"). Their two-year sailing adventure takes them over 10,000 miles from southern California south to Costa Rica, offshore to Cocos Island and the Galapagos Islands, then home to San Diego. Along the way they explore remote locales, fish, struggle against storms, and on a few occasions fight for survival.
In Part 1, Gene and his wife Josie, sail "Discubridor" ("Discoverer") south from San Diego down the coast of Baja California, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica where they are joined by their son Ron and a couple of friends for a 300 mile off shore sail to the mysterious Cocos Island. In Part 2, the crew explore Cocos Island, sail onto the legendary Galapagos Islands for more exploration, then Gene and Josie sail back across the Pacific alone and home to San Diego.
Available at https://vimeo.com/ondemand/600days
HD 1280 x 720 (Original format: 16mm color)
Pt. 1: To Cocos & the Galapagos Islands
Running Time: 90 Minutes
Pt. 2: Cocos & the Galapagos Islands
Running time: 65 Minutes

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600 Days to Cocos & the Galapagos Islands - Preview Pt. 2


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Preview of Part 2
Originally shot in 16 mm color, the film has been restored and converted to HD video.
Completed in 1976, this is a two part sailing documentary by skipper and noted Hollywood cinematographer, Gene Evens (Roots, Jeremiah Johnson, Lady Sings the Blues, Batman and many more movie and television productions) and his wife Josie aboard their 32 foot sloop, "Discubridor" ("Discoverer"). Their two-year sailing adventure takes them over 10,000 miles from southern California south to Costa Rica, offshore to Cocos Island and the Galapagos Islands, then home to San Diego. Along the way they explore remote locales, fish, struggle against storms, and on a few occasions fight for survival.
In Part 1, Gene and his wife Josie, sail "Discubridor" ("Discoverer") south from San Diego down the coast of Baja California, Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica where they are joined by their son Ron and a couple of friends for a 300 mile off shore sail to the mysterious Cocos Island. In Part 2, the crew explore Cocos Island, sail onto the legendary Galapagos Islands for more exploration, then Gene and Josie sail back across the Pacific alone and home to San Diego.
Available at https://vimeo.com/ondemand/600days
HD 1280 x 720 (Original format: 16mm color)
Pt. 1: To Cocos & the Galapagos Islands
Running Time: 90 Minutes
Pt. 2: Cocos & the Galapagos Islands
Running time: 65 Minutes

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Don Street's 1905 Yawl, Iolaire Lost


Ten years after Don sold her, at 0200 on July 26, 2019 - Don's 89th birthday, Iolaire was underway in heavy weather. She was sailing dead downwind in the Spanish Balearic islands along the northeast coast of Ibiza. Reports state that an inadvertent jibe caused her to head inshore, pile up on the rocks, and sink ending her 114 year old career.

In this video podcast from Don's two volume how-to set: Streetwise Tips, Don demonstrates three different ways to rig a preventer that will stop an accidental jibe of the boom when running well off or straight down wind.
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DON STREET VIDEOS
Over the years Don has been involved in the production of five major sailing videos in which he passes on his decades of seamanship knowledge. Iolaire is featured in two of these: "Antigua Race Week 1985" and "Transatlantic with Street". Three others contain dozens of how-to sailing tips: "Streetwise 1 & 2, and Sailors' Knots & Line Handling.

You can stream Don's videos, and purchase Downloads and DVDs with a SailFlix subscription. You can buy or rent individual Don Street videos through Vimeo On Demand.

MAIN BOOM FOREGUY/PREVENTER
Over a half century ago, when Don purchased Iolaire in St Thomas, he realized that the large, heavy main boom (leftover from her gaff rigged days) could be a real widow maker in an inadvertent jibe. Don insisted that whenever sailing broad off, the crew rig a main boom foreguy/preventer. This was often a difficult and dangerous job. After testing various methods, Don developed a foreguy/preventer that the crew could easily rig with no one going FORWARD of the mast. WATCH THE VIDEO then read Don's detailed instructions. ALWAYS rigged when sailing broad off or dead down wind, Don's foreguy/preventer kept crew and Iolaire safe throughout Don's ownership.

IOLAIRE HISTORY
"Iolaire" is a Gaelic term that translates in English as “white-tailed sea eagle”. She was designed, built and launched by Harris Bros, UK in 1905. Iolaire was the only 100 year old plus yacht that had been in continuous commission since she was launched; cruising and racing during both wars, as she was Irish owned and based. In her early years, Iolair was raced and cruised by several prominent skippers of the R.O.R.C (the UK's Royal Ocean Racing Club). For full specifications and history of Iolaire, visit the Classicsailboats.org Iolaire registry page..

IOLAIRE AND DON STREET
Beginning in 1957, Don Street owned and sailed the 46 foot yawl for 52 years cruising, chartering, racing, and exploring the eastern Caribbean with family, friends and his Grenadian crew. Don skippered Iolaire across the Atlantic seven times between the United Kingdom and the Caribbean, and eight times up and down the Thames River - all without an engine. The knowledge he gain from these voyages resulted in hundreds of articles, three books, and his all inclusive Guides to the Eastern Caribbean and the Atlantic's Cape Verdes islands. Don also created the highly popular Imray Iolaire Charts to the Eastern Caribbean, which opened these waters to regular cruising sailors for the first time. Learn more about Don Street and Iolaire.

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