Clemenger BBDO has added a bit of cheekiness into building the long-term brand platform for Carlton & United Breweries’ Hard Rated alcoholic lemon premix. To bring Born Cheeky’s mischievous campaign to life across OOH, film, audio and social, the creative agency developed a bold and brazen little character that lurks within all of us, laying low as we go about our laundry and dishes. But every so often, when an opportunity arises, the “Inner Cheeky” pops up to encourage us to have a bit of fun. The creative celebrates cheeky acts, like using a run club as a dating app or making a full meal from cheese tasting samples in a supermarket deli. In the films, we see an ‘inner cheeky’ rise from the mischief-maker’s head after they’ve broken an unwritten rule. After applauding the ballsy move, the ‘inner cheeky’ sits on their ‘outwardly cheeky’ human’s shoulder as the pair celebrate by cracking open a Hard Rated. “Hard Rated’s classic lemon taste and refreshingly low-fizz liquid has appealed across demographics, establishing the brand as a juggernaut,” said Amy Pollock-Hall , Hard Rated marketing manager. “This campaign layers mischievous intent to celebrate cheekiness in all forms and build meaning beyond the liquid.” Clemenger BBDO executive creative director Ant Phillips said: “Hard Rated has naturally found its way into Australian culture as the drink that is a little bit cheeky. Now we want to bring that cheekiness out in everything we do with the brand. And by that, I mean we literally want to bring it out of the top of people’s heads .” The campaign launched on Sunday 1 December 2024 running across OOH, film, audio and social. CREDITS Client – Carlton & United Breweries Head of RTDs and Cider – Sarah Wilcox Marketing Manager – Hard Rated and Good Tides – Amy Pollock-Hall Creative Agency – Clemenger BBDO Chief Creative Officer – Adrián Flores Executive Creative Director – Ant Phillips Executive Creative Director – Richard Williams Creative Director – Derek Anderson Art Director – Ben Bryan Copywriter – Tom Vizard Copywriter – Riana McKenzie Copywriter – Talia Stone Chief Strategy & Experience Officer – Simon Wassef Strategy Partner – Brooke Thompson Managing Partner – Jason Melhuish Group Business Director – Sam Siddons Business Director – Lauren Mayne Business Manager – Mack Horton Producer – Amalia Markis Head of Studio – Matt Gauci Retouching – Sam Tsui Production Company – Hooves Director- Ayappa Executive Producer – John Pace Producer – Renae Begent Offline Editor- Jack Hutchings @ The Editors Grade – Martin Greer Online and VFX – Pancho Sound design – Liam Annert @ Rumble Studios Media Agency – PHD Keep on top of the most important media, marketing, and agency news each day with the Mediaweek Morning Report – delivered for free every morning to your inbox.
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Rizzi maintained on Wednesday that there's still a chance that Derek Carr could clear the concussion protocol and function well enough with his injured, non-throwing left hand to return against the Commanders. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday's practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We're not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who also made a point of noting that Carr would not be placed on the club's injured reserve list and would not need surgery. “We're going to see how that progression plays out, first with Derek and then obviously with Jake and Spencer.” Carr, whose latest injury occurred when he tried to dive for a first down during Sunday's 14-11 victory over the New York Giants , has already missed three starts this season because of a separate, oblique injury. New Orleans lost all three of those games, with Rattler, a rookie, starting and Haener, a second-year pro, serving as the backup. In his three starts, Rattler completed 59 of 99 passes (59.6%) for 571 yards, one TD and two interceptions. Haener has gotten sporadic work this season in relief of both Carr and Rattler, completing 14 of 29 passes (48.3%) for 177 yards and one TD without an interception. Rizzi said he finds the 6-foot-1 Haener and 6-foot Rattler “very similar in a lot of ways," adding that whichever of those two might play “doesn't change a whole bunch" in terms of game-planning. “They're both similar-size guys. Their athletic ability is very similar,” Rizzi said. “They're similar-style quarterbacks. We're not dealing with opposites on the spectrum.” The Saints also signed another QB this week — Ben DiNucci — to help take scout team snaps at practice, now that Rattler and Haener are not as available to do that while competing to possibly start if Carr is indeed unable to play. The Saints (5-8) have won three of four games since Rizzi took over following the firing of coach Dennis Allen. That allowed New Orleans to remain alive in the NFC South Division, currently led by Tampa Bay (7-6). Rizzi said Carr has not had any setbacks this week in terms of progressing through the NFL's concussion protocol. “By the end of the week, if's he's not able to get any reps in any form or fashion, then obviously we'll go with one of the other guys,” Rizzi said. NOTES: RB Alvin Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of an illness. ... WR Chris Olave, who is out indefinitely because of concussions this season, has returned to meetings at Saints headquarters. He as not, however, made plans to return to practice yet because he still plans to meet first with neurological specialists to try to assess the risks of returning to action during what's left of this season. Rizzi said the possibility of Olave playing again this season remains “on the table” for now. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL Brett Martel, The Associated Press
METAIRIE, La. (AP) — If Saints interim coach Darren Rizzi has any definite ideas about who'll play quarterback for New Orleans against Washington on Sunday, he's not ready to share that information. Rizzi maintained on Wednesday that there's still a chance that Derek Carr could clear the concussion protocol and function well enough with his injured, non-throwing left hand to return against the Commanders. Meanwhile, reserve QBs Jake Haener and Spencer Rattler split first-team snaps during Wednesday's practice, which Carr missed, Rizzi said. “We're not going to name a starter right now,” said Rizzi, who also made a point of noting that Carr would not be placed on the club's injured reserve list and would not need surgery. “We're going to see how that progression plays out, first with Derek and then obviously with Jake and Spencer.” Carr, whose during Sunday's , has already missed three starts this season because of a separate, oblique injury. New Orleans lost all three of those games, with Rattler, a rookie, starting and Haener, a second-year pro, serving as the backup. In his three starts, Rattler completed 59 of 99 passes (59.6%) for 571 yards, one TD and two interceptions. Haener has gotten sporadic work this season in relief of both Carr and Rattler, completing 14 of 29 passes (48.3%) for 177 yards and one TD without an interception. Rizzi said he finds the 6-foot-1 Haener and 6-foot Rattler “very similar in a lot of ways," adding that whichever of those two might play “doesn't change a whole bunch" in terms of game-planning. “They're both similar-size guys. Their athletic ability is very similar,” Rizzi said. “They're similar-style quarterbacks. We're not dealing with opposites on the spectrum.” The Saints also signed another QB this week — Ben DiNucci — to help take scout team snaps at practice, now that Rattler and Haener are not as available to do that while competing to possibly start if Carr is indeed unable to play. The Saints (5-8) have won three of four games since Rizzi took over following the firing of coach Dennis Allen. That allowed New Orleans to remain alive in the NFC South Division, currently led by Tampa Bay (7-6). Rizzi said Carr has not had any setbacks this week in terms of progressing through the NFL's concussion protocol. “By the end of the week, if's he's not able to get any reps in any form or fashion, then obviously we'll go with one of the other guys,” Rizzi said. NOTES: RB Alvin Kamara did not practice on Wednesday because of an illness. ... WR Chris Olave, who is out indefinitely because of concussions this season, has returned to meetings at Saints headquarters. He as not, however, made plans to return to practice yet because he still plans to meet first with neurological specialists to try to assess the risks of returning to action during what's left of this season. Rizzi said the possibility of Olave playing again this season remains “on the table” for now. AP NFL:Stock market today: Wall Street drifts to a mixed close in thin trading following a holiday pauseTownsville Don't miss out on the headlines from Townsville. Followed categories will be added to My News. The month of May began with headlines focused on then Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson and ended with him as he continued to cling to his job despite widespread disdain for the alleged lies about his background during local-government elections. Despite the stain on Townsville’s reputation, a tenacious Thompson’s tenuous grasp on power held by the end of the month, even after then Premiere Steven Miles and the 10 sitting councillors called on him to do the right thing and resign following a calamitous media interview. While the Thompson train wreck provided an unwelcome political sideshow, a number of other pressing issues also made headlines. May 2 Townsville DV Toll at Crisis Point Police on the front-line of Townsville’s domestic violence crisis are facing unprecedented challenges , responding to as many as 50 call-outs a day and they anticipate these numbers will only surge. The Townsville Domestic, Family Violence and Vulnerable Persons Unit say police respond to between 35-50 DV-related call outs every day and anticipate those numbers to rise. Senior Sergeant Adam Golding, Sergeant Elise Feltham and Townsville District Officer Acting Chief Superintendent Tom Armitt, launch Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. Picture: Shae Beplate. Third time unlucky ... again Mayor Troy Thompson attempted three motions to gain up to three political advisers, which were denied each time because not enough councillors supported the decision. Councillors also identified their preferred option to act as a chief executive officer known as ‘Candidate Z’ after almost two hours in confidential business. May 3 Thugs steal car from wheelchair-bound mum A woman left wheelchair-bound after being struck by a stolen car has been dealt another devastating blow after her modified vehicle was recently stolen by shameless thieves who openly mocked her . Light in the darkness A young Townsville advocate has opened up about her own experiences with sexual assault as she uses her platform to boost awareness and support for survivors to create discussion on how Australians can create safer spaces. Evie Clayton is an advocate for sexual assault and domestic and family violence survivors. Picture: Shae Beplate. May 4 Bonza demise plane awful North-West Queensland community leaders have been left gutted by the collapse of Bonza airline, with residents now forced to fork out up to 10 times more for flights to see family, friends and for specialist medical appointments. May 8 Green light for mine A $300m phosphate mine in the North West has received a green light, with 445 jobs created as part of the project. The state government has granted mining leases to the Paradise South phosphate mine, about 130km northwest of Mount Isa near the Lady Loretta zinc mine, with plans in place for company North West Phosphate to use local services as part of the project. The Burdekin Rum team at ARDO Rooftop: Kelly Shimota, Tim Lamb, Raelene Bates, Warren Tink, Adrian Hogan, Jason Chan, Olivia McCormick, Prue Yeung, Vicki Johnson and Anthony and Sophie Duggan. Picture: Doug Simpson Media NQ distillery in spirited win A North Queensland distillery is continuing to collect accolades for its range of rums. Burdekin Rum’s Premium Aged Rum has won Best of Category for its bottled and blended pot Still Rum and Best of Class f or its bottled and blended Cane Spirit at the American Distilling Institute International Spirits Competition 2024. May 11 Danger to our kids Social media has been labelled a public health risk with children and young people exposed to damaging images and content they don’t have the developmental maturity to cope with. Acting Chief Health Officer Associate Professor Catherine McDougall told the Townsville Bulletin’s Future Townsville event that social media access for children was causing distress for young people, with it leading to a rise in hospital admissions. Insulted MPs in fight for Bruce North Queensland MPs are “insulted and infuriated” after the Labor government promised $467m for Bruce Highway works in marginal electorates, with one saying a “big picture plan” is needed. LNP MPs Phillip Thompson and Andrew Willcox have come out swinging after the pre-budget announcement, which will fund works in the Far North and South East. May 14 Department of Environment, Science and Innovation Wildlife Officers remove a saltwater crocodile, also known as an estuarine crocodile, measuring at least four metres in length at Port Hinchinbrook in Cardwell. Picture: Cameron Bates Rogue croc caught at Port Hinchinbrook A monster saltwater crocodile believed to be responsible for an attack on a human and death of at least one pet dog has been captured in spectacular fashion at a North Queensland marina. The saltie, also known as an estuarine crocodile, measuring at least four metres in length was caught in a large metal trap placed by the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation at Port Hinchinbrook in Cardwell Waterfront, housing top budget list An upgraded waterfront with the Great Barrier Reef education precinct, a fair chunk of Bruce Highway funding, housing investment and workforce shortage assistance are leading the ticket of North Queensland budget priorities as the nation is poised to hear what projects will get the green light or further funding. Townsville Enterprise has released its priorities for the budget , which includes $100m worth of investment into the GBR education precinct, which would include a new aquarium. May 15 Townsville Bulletin front page, May 15, 2024. Picture: Supplied We deserve better North Queensland’s leaders have come out swinging after last night’s Federal Budget ‘snubbed’ the region, including t he absence of any mone y to rebuild Townsville’s Reef HQ aquarium. Crime far from kid’s play A young Mackay family who moved to Townsville to seek medical treatment for their darling baby girl has received a harrowing introduction to the scourge of local youth crime. Ashleigh Connell, a married mum with 21⁄2-year-old twins Noah and Gracie, said she was prepping breakfast when she noticed “an internal door to the garage was open”. “As I walked outside and notice the side gate open I peered around the corner and my heart fell to the floor,” she said. “My driveway was empty and my new car was gone.” May 16 Robert Malayta, 18, drowned in the Ross River trying to flee police. Teen’s haunting last words as he vanished “Big bro, help” were the last words spoken by a First Nations teenager before he perished in a treacherous river while fleeing from police after reluctantly going for a joy-ride in a stolen car, a pre-inquest into his death has heard . The body of Robert “Robbie” Malayta, 18, was discovered a day later on February 25, 2022, in the Ross River at the Riverway Precinct in Kirwan, Townsville. May 21 Member for Hill Shane Knuth, Member for Hinchinbrook Nick Dametto, Federal Member for Kennedy Bob Katter and KAP Mundingurra candidate Michael Pugh at the Townsville Entertainment Centre. Picture: Evan Morgan MP demands answers as crime cripples As serious youth crime continues to plague Townsville, Hinchinbrook MP Nick Dametto has demanded the Miles Government to provide an urgent update on the progress of its intensive on-country program. Dametto’s call for action comes in the wake of a Townsville boy facing nearly 50 charges related to a series of alleged vehicle, property, and violence offences committed during a three-week rampage. He says it’s already been two months since expressions of interest for the program wrapped up but the public are still waiting for answers. May 23 State’s hotspot of crime Townsville has become the epicentre in the Queensland Police Service’s battle against youth crime, with Taskforce Guardian working overtime to clean up the city’s streets. Since its inception 12 months ago, Taskforce Guardian has launched 13 deployments across the city, surpassing all other police districts across the state . Their efforts within Townsville’s district have resulted in 286 arrests, 871 charges and 129 diversions away from the court system into anti-crime programs. Embattled Townsville mayor Troy Thompson seated next to Councillor Brodie Phillips. Picture: Evan Morgan Mayor not in the SAS Townsville’s mayor has produced his military service number to “put an end” to speculation , however the full contents of his record reveal he did not spend five years in the army or the SAS as he told voters. May 27 Dogs of war Soldiers from across the globe have descended on North Queensland for this year’s Brolga Run Exercise. Troops from Japan, PNG and the US are mucking in together with the locals in pursuit of perfection, but no bond is stronger than the one between our sappers and their canine companions . Australian Army soldier Sapper Flynn Skerke-Irwin and Explosive Detection Dog Ethan from 3rd Combat Engineer Regiment during Exercise Brolga Run 2024 in Townsville Field Training Area, Queensland. May 30 Twist in murder case A Townsville massage parlour owner allegedly killed his wife’s lover in a frenzied stabbing attack when he found out about their affair. Lar Sue, 31, has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his wife’s lover above a Thai restaurant on Monday. Sue allegedly confronted his wife and the other man in a Kirwan unit and stabbed him multiple times. May 31 Townsville Bulletin front page, May 31, 2024. Picture: Supplied What a crock Townsville’s embattled mayor is facing fresh allegations of deception, conceding he misled voters about his education, business nous and military career and blaming “100 plus” concussions for his poor memory. Troy Thompson has also apologised to veterans for embellishing his military service in an explosive national television interview in which he disputed lying about his career, saying he “firmly believed” he had given the right information. More Coverage Powders, bars, and banjoes: Our biggest February headlines Cyclones, crime and controversy: Our biggest January headlines Originally published as Townsville Bulletin newspaper headlines for month of May, 2024 Join the conversation Add your comment to this story To join the conversation, please log in. Don't have an account? Register Join the conversation, you are commenting as Logout More related stories News Get job ready: Business offers 17 free training opportunities Staying true to a promise to his grandmother, a Townsville businessman is offering free training to 17 school leavers, unemployed, or under-employed people. Find out more. Read more Townsville ‘We’re always here, always ready’: Christmas Day on the job Essential workers across Townsville spent Christmas Day at work, but they still had plenty of festive spirit. Read about their Christmas. Read more
Leader Don't miss out on the headlines from Leader . Followed categories will be added to My News. The anxious wait is finally over for the class of 2024, with VCE results released from 7am Thursday. Students have been celebrating as they unlock their scores . Check out how your school went and who the top achieving students were. We’ll be updating this list throughout the day. HAVE WE MISSED YOUR SCHOOL? Let us know your high achieving students by emailing vic.community.photos@news.com.au Ashwood High School With an ATAR of 99.15 Yuhang (Bruce) Li was named the dux of Ashwood High School. Yuhang (Bruce) Li Ballarat Christian College Seth Coventry was the highest ATAR achiever at Ballarat Christian College. This year Seth completed english, maths methods, biology, psychology and chemistry. Seth said he hoped to study medicine. Seth Coventry was the highest ATAR achiever at Ballarat Christian College. Picture: Supplied His advice to students heading into year 12 next year was to “not worry too much and do your best, it will all work out somehow in the end”. The school did not disclose Seth’s score. Bayside P-12 College The dux for Bayside P-12 College was Ahmad (Ayan) Owais who received 96.55 ATAR. Ahmad (Ayan) Owais from Bayside College scored 96.55. Picture: Supplied Bialik College Aaron Patishman achieved a score of 99.9 to become the dux of Bialik College in Hawthorn. Bialik had seven students achieve a score of 99, with the cohort’s median ATAR being 91.25. More than 30 per cent of the cohort received an ATAR above 95, with 56 per cent scoring above 90. Aaron Patishman achieved a score of 99.9 to dux Bialik college. Picture: Supplied Brighton Grammar School Joint duces Christopher Chhour and Leonard Shen, attained perfect ATARs of 99.95, and are two of only 41 students in the state to do so. Christopher Chhour Leonard Shen Brunswick Secondary College Thi Vu, who is interested in studying medicine, led the way at Brunswick Secondary College with an ATAR of 98.95. Thi Vu is the 2024 Dux for Brunswick Secondary College. Picture: Supplied Caulfield Grammar School Aidan Psomas is the 2024 Caulfield Grammar School dux, receiving an ATAR of 99.80. Daylesford College College dux Scout Kinnear received an ATAR of 97.55. Currently travelling through Indonesia, the top student was also the school’s captain this year. Scout also pursued advanced studies with the Centre for Higher Education Studies (CHES), focusing on specialist maths. Footscray High School A future in the biomedical sciences beckons for Footscray High School dux Ava Harpur. Ava achieved an outstanding ATAR of 97.45 and studied english language, chemistry, physics and specialist mathematics this year, after completing biology and mathematical methods in Year 11. Ava said she enjoyed several of her VCE classes, particularly chemistry. “I’m just thankful for my Year 12 teachers because they all did a really good job,” she said. Leongatha Secondary College The dux of Leongatha Secondary College was Alana Lopez Freeman who achieved an ATAR of 94.15, placing her among the top 17 per cent of students statewide. Alana said it was important to prioritise each subject equally. “Maths was a big struggle for me but I tried my best to not give up when things were going a bit poorly,” she said. She advised other students to always ask questions. Alana Lopez Freeman “That is a big thing that a lot of students shy away from in class,” Alana said. “(And) not overworking yourself — you need to keep a healthy balance. “As I was also a college leader, the balance between friendship, schoolwork, work and my college leader duties proved to be busy, but I always tried to keep a good balance.” Alana said her plans for the future were to study a biomedical science degree at La Trobe University. “I’m really excited to be heading into an area that I am extremely passionate about and from there will let it shape my future career directions,” she said. Loreto Mandeville Hall The dux of Loreto Mandeville Hall in Toorak was Emma Abusah, who achieved an ATAR score of 99.80. Emma Abusah Mac.Robertson Girls’ High School Although Mac.Roberston Girls’ High School’s dux will not be announced until next week, the school has announced three equal highest achieving students, with the same ATAR score of 99.9. Congratulations to Siyun Gu, Harshitha Meenakshisundaram and Vaishnavi Rao. Congratulations to Mac.Roberston Girls' High School's equal highest achievers Siyun Gu, Harshitha Meenakshisundaram and Vaishnavi Rao, who all received an ATAR score of 99.9. Picture: Facebook Mazenod College Avinda Wickramaratne has been named the dux of Mazenod College, receiving an impressive 99.60 ATAR. Avinda Wickramaratne Avinda hopes to pursue further studies in the field of medicine or biomedicine, driven by a passion for science and a desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. McClelland College Koorie student Steph Armstrong was the top student at McClelland College with an ATAR of 95.55. Steph Armstrong from McClellend College had an ATAR of 95.7. Picture: Supplied In addition to her VCE subjects, Steph also completed a university enhancement subject through La Trobe University focusing on Indigenous Studies, for which she has achieved exemplary results. Steph, a Palawa woman, hopes to pursue journalism through an arts and media double degree at Monash. Mernda Central College With a 98.15 ATAR, Anakin Simonson is the 2024 dux at Mernda Central College. Mr Simonson scored above 41 in all six subjects studied and will do a Bachelor of Biomedicine at Melbourne Uni in 2025. Anakin Simonson Methodist Ladies’ College MLC’s dux is Bridget Davis, who achieved a perfect score of 99.95 With aspirations to pursue commerce at the University of Melbourne, Bridget hopes to incorporate her love for maths and languages by undertaking a concurrent Diploma of anguages in French or Latin. MLC's dux is Bridget Davis, who achieved a perfect score of 99.95 — one of only eight girls in Victoria to do so. Inspired by the diverse interests of her peers at MLC, she is also eager to expand her knowledge in subjects such as history and politics. “That’s what I’d like to do next year: broaden my horizon so I have a more expansive knowledge of the world.” Portland Secondary College Portland Secondary College’s dux is Gina Shemeld. Portland Secondary College’s dux is Gina Shemeld.Gina is looking to go into sciences for her undergraduate course, with the possibility of exploring medicine in the future. Gina is looking to go into sciences for her undergraduate course, with the possibility of exploring medicine in the future. Prahran High School Prahran High school’s inaugural dux is Sam Lawson who received a score of 97.05. Sam is honoured to be the school’s first ever dux and hopes to pursue a double degree at Monash University. Prahran High school's inaugural dux is Sam Lawson who received a score of 97.05. “To be Prahran’s inaugural dux is such a huge honour, and I could not have done it without the unique opportunities and support the school has provided me with,” he said. “I look forward to hopefully pursuing a double degree in commerce/science at Monash University next year, learning about my interests in econometrics and quantum physics.” Sirius College Sirius College’s dux for 2024 is Amna Rahim who received an ATAR of 99.70. Amna hopes to achieve a career in medicine and has a passion for writing. Sirius College's dux for 2024 is Amna Rahim who received an ATAR of 99.70. “Thanks to Allah, my parents, friends, and teachers, I managed to achieve what I did today. None of my hard work would have been possible without the constant support and love from my mom,” she said. “Moving on, I hope to continue working hard and achieve bigger things. My dream is to become a doctor and to be a positive force in the world. I also hope to continue working on my passion of writing and maybe publish a book one day.” St Albans Secondary College St Albans dux Kelly Lam received an almost perfect ATAR of 99.80, with three study scores over 50. St Aloysius College Molly Mealmaker is the dux of St Aloysius College with an ATAR of 99.1. Molly is considering studying science at the University of Melbourne, but noted with the score she achieved, she has a lot of options. Molly Mealmaker is the St Aloysius College Dux for 2024. Picture: Supplied St Andrews Christian College With an ATAR of 98.9, Alvin Motet is the dux of St Andrews Christian College. Alvin Motet is the 2024 dux for St Andrews Christian College. Alvin is very happy with his results and is hoping to pursue tertiary studies and a career in engineering. St Arnaud Secondary College One of only four students doing VCE at St Arnaud this year, Tyson Funston was the dux of the school with an ATAR of 68.65 Tyson Funston is the 2024 Dux at St Arnaud Secondary College. Picture: Supplied St John’s College Preston Pantelis Stefanidis is the 2024 dux for St John’s College in Preston with an ATAR of 89.95. Pantelis Stefanidis is the 2024 dux for St John’s College Preston “I want to study as an engineer and hopefully contribute significantly to the future of the field. I also hope to stay connected to my college and the community that has supported me,” Mr Stefanidis said when we asked him about his plans for the future. St Mary’s Coptic Orthodox College With an ATAR of 98.05, Rosalinda Sawa is the dux of St Mary’s Coptic Orthodox College. Rosalinda Sawa is St Mary's Coptic Orthodox College dux for 2024 “It is my intention to pursue a Bachelor of Business Professional Practice at RMIT, majoring in marketing. My goal is to become a marketing executive and lead large-scale projects that find innovative ways to connect products with people around the globe,” Ms Sawa said. St Paul’s Angligan Grammar School The dux of St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School in Warragul is Indily Francis, with an ATAR of 98.65. Indily Francis Thornbury High School The 2024 dux of Thornbury High School is Billy Green, who achieved an ATAR of 98.65 — the highest in the school’s history. Billy said he was “very surprised and very happy” about his achievement. Billy Green Victoria University Secondary College Steven Giang was the western suburbs school’s dux, with an ATAR of 97.35. He was one of eight students at the school to record an ATAR in the 90s, with 11 landing in the 80s. Wesley College Wesley College’s Glen Waverley campus dux is Dominic Wang, while Hannah Mane takes the title at the St Kilda Rd Campus. Wesley College's Glen Waverley dux for 2024 is Dominic Wang. Picture: Supplied. A Wesley College spokesman said the college is celebrating the student’s achievements. “Our VCE students have displayed remarkable personal growth, strength, and compassion throughout their journey,” he said. “From their involvement in academia, sports, the arts, music, community service, and leadership, they’ve developed their unique talents and made lasting memories.” Wesley College's St Kilda Rd dux for 2024 is Hannah Mane. Picture: Supplied. Wheelers Hill Secondary College Xinle Huang was the top student at Wheelers Hill Secondary College with an ATAR of 99.35. Xinle completed Specialist Mathematics, Mathematical Methods and General Mathematics over Year 11 and 12, and was the school’s International Student Captain. She’s considering further study in fields including physiotherapy, optometry and pharmaceutical sciences. Yeshivah College The dux of Yeshivah College was Gabe Houseman who achieved an ATAR of 99.6. Gabe Houseman from Yeshivah College achieved an ATAR of 99.6. 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Lesley Bernys, a cybersecurity and national security professional, has been appointed of the Department of Defense’s Cyber Crime Center, or DC3, succeeding , who retired in June. The department said Bernys will oversee a 500-strong workforce composed of military personnel, contractor employees and civilians. This multi-faceted team is tasked with providing direct support for the DOD’s operational requirements. Table of Contents Lesley Bernys’ Career Highlights The new DC3 executive director previously served as chief information officer and director of information technology services and solutions for the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations. Bernys joined the Department of the Air Force in 2003 as a special agent with the AFOSI. He then served in various leadership roles, including special agent in charge, deputy director of the Office of Special Projects and headquarters special advisor. Bernys also held multiple policy and leadership positions within the Senate and Cyber Command. DOD Cyber Crime Center The DC3 is a federal cybersecurity center and a field operating agency under the DAF Inspector General. Its main objective is to strengthen cybersecurity and national security through innovative capabilities such as digital and multimedia forensics, technical approaches or strategies development, advanced cyber training and cyber analytics across the DOD. These capabilities enhance cybersecurity, law enforcement and counterintelligence, boost document and media exploitation and safeguard critical infrastructure.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Taylor Swift once raved about the sweet potato casserole served at a New York City restaurant and now that recipe pops up every now and again at Thanksgiving. The holidays encourage many of us to try new recipes. Social media right now is flooded with recipes for appetizers, side dishes and desserts. Anyone making that cornbread casserole from TikTok? While we might not get to share a Thanksgiving feast with Swift — is your name Blake Lively? — or other celebrities beloved by Kansas City, we can eat like them. So here’s the recipe for that casserole Swift loved so much, and favorite family side dish recipes from Donna Kelce and Eric Stonestreet. Enjoy. Travis Kelce's mother, Donna Kelce, seen here last year at her son's music festival, dined on a cheesesteak made by actor Bradley Cooper at QVC festivities in Las Vegas this week. (Emily Curiel/Kansas City Star/TNS) Donna Kelce’s dinner rolls If we tried to guess how many holiday dinner rolls Travis Kelce and his brother, Jason Kelce, have scarfed over the years, would it be in the hundreds? Thousands? Their mom has spoken often about the batches of holiday crescent rolls she has baked over the years. Based on the recipe that won the 1969 Pillsbury Bake-Off, Pillsbury’s Magic Marshmallow Crescent Puffs , they’re now known as Mama Kelce’s Dinner Rolls. They blend the crescent roll pastry with marshmallows, cinnamon and sugar. Dinner roll or dessert? We bet they didn’t last long enough in front of Travis and Jason for that debate. Ingredients Rolls •1/4 cup granulated sugar •2 tablespoons Pillsbury Best all-purpose flour •1 teaspoon ground cinnamon •2 (8-ounce) cans refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Rolls (8 Count) •16 large marshmallows •1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted Glaze •1/2 cup powdered sugar •1/2 teaspoon vanilla •2-3 teaspoons milk •1/4 cup chopped nuts Directions Make the rolls 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray 16 medium muffin cups with nonstick baking spray. 2. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar, flour and cinnamon. 3. Separate the dough into 16 triangles. For each roll, dip 1 marshmallow into melted butter; roll in the sugar mixture. Place marshmallow on the shortest side of a triangle. Roll up, starting at shortest side and rolling to opposite point. Completely cover the marshmallow with the dough; firmly pinch edges to seal. Dip 1 end in remaining butter; place butter side down in muffin cup. 4. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. 5. When done, remove from the oven and let the puffs cool in the pan for 1 minute. Remove rolls from muffin cups; place on cooling racks set over waxed paper. Make the glaze and assemble In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar, vanilla and enough milk for desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls. Sprinkle with nuts. Serve warm. Eric Stonestreet’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving is one of the “Modern Family” star’s favorite holidays. Three years ago, as part of a campaign honoring hometown heroes , he shared one of his favorite recipe with McCormick Spices: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Butternut Squash . This recipe serves eight. Ingredients •1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved •1 pound butternut squash, peeled and cut into bite-size cubes •1 tablespoon olive oil •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder •1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves •1/2 teaspoon salt •1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper •5 slices bacon, chopped •1 shallot, finely chopped •1/2 cup dried cranberries •1/4 cup balsamic vinegar •1 teaspoon whole grain mustard •1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted (optional) •1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese, (optional) Directions 1. Preheat oven to 475°F. Spray large shallow baking pan with no stick cooking spray; set aside. Place Brussels sprouts and squash in large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, thyme, salt and pepper; toss to coat evenly. Spread in single layer on prepared pan. 2. Roast 16 to 18 minutes or until tender and lightly browned, stirring halfway through cooking. 3. Meanwhile, cook bacon in medium skillet on medium heat about 6 minutes or until crispy. Remove using slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain. Add shallot to same skillet; cook and stir 2 minutes until softened and lightly browned. Stir in cranberries, vinegar and mustard until well blended. Transfer mixture to small bowl; set aside. 4. Arrange roasted Brussels sprouts and squash on serving platter. Drizzle with cranberry balsamic glaze and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with cooked bacon, toasted pecans, and crumbled blue cheese, if desired. Serve immediately. Donna Kelce, left, mother of Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce watched the game with pop superstar Taylor Swift, center, during the first-half on Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. (Tammy Ljungblad/Kansas City Star/TNS) Taylor Swift’s favorite sweet potato casserole Swift gushed about the sweet potato casserole served at Del Frisco’s Grille in New York City, a dish crowned with a crunchy candied pecan and oatmeal crumble. “I’ve never enjoyed anything with the word casserole in it ever before, but it’s basically sweet potatoes with this brown sugary crust,” she told InStyle. ”Oh my God, it’s amazing.” The media rushed to find the recipe, which Parade has published this Thanksgiving season . “Similar to T. Swift herself, we think this recipe is a mastermind, especially if you’ve been asked to bring the sweet potato side dish to this year’s Thanksgiving feast. It seriously begs the question: who needs pumpkin pie?” the magazine writes. Ingredients •4 lbs sweet potatoes •1⁄3 cup oats •12 oz unsalted butter, divided •1⁄2 cup packed brown sugar •1⁄2 cup toasted pecans •1⁄2 cup granulated sugar •1 tsp kosher salt •2 tsp vanilla extract •4 large eggs, beaten Directions Preheat oven to 375°F. 1. Scrub sweet potatoes. Pierce each several times with a fork and wrap tightly in foil. Place on a sheet pan. Bake 90 minutes or until tender. Set aside until cool enough to handle. 2. Meanwhile, place oats in a food processor; process 1 minute. Add 4 oz butter, brown sugar and pecans; pulse five times to combine. Spread mixture on a baking sheet; bake 10 minutes. Remove from oven, crumble. Bake 5 minutes or until golden brown. 3. Melt remaining 8 oz butter. Remove skin from cooled sweet potatoes. In a large bowl, whisk sweet potatoes, melted butter, granulated sugar and remaining ingredients until slightly lumpy. Transfer to a greased baking dish, smoothing surface evenly. Top with oat mixture. Bake 12 minutes or until heated through. Make-ahead tips •Sweet potato filling can be made up to 2 days in advance. Prepare the sweet potato filling, cool, place in a casserole dish and keep refrigerated. •Oat-pecan crust can also be made up to 2 days ahead. Make the crust according to recipe directions, cool and store in an airtight container at room temperature. Sprinkle over the sweet potato filling just before baking. More Thanksgiving recipes Subscribe to stay connected to Tucson. A subscription helps you access more of the local stories that keep you connected to the community. Satisfy your cravings With our weekly newsletter packed with the latest in everything food.