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‘Red Dog’ has been ranked as one of Australia's top 10 Films of all time.
Kriv Stenders’ family film has proven a huge hit at the box office.


Koko the dog takes its place alongside the iconic Mick Dundee and loveable pig Babe as the film Red Dog becomes Australia's tenth most popular film of all time.

Raking in over $17 million at the box office, the independent film beat out long-standing favourite, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, which previously held the number 10 spot with $16.45 million.

"Priscilla is a favourite film of both the director and I so it is an honour to be in the same league," says producer Nelson Woss. "Making the top 10 Australian films of all time is a terrific result for the entire Red Dog team."

The film follows the titular Red Dog as it inspires a remote Australian town in its epic search for its master. Directed by prolific Aussie filmmaker Kriv Stenders, the film has proven a hit with audiences and critics alike.

Considering its budget (much smaller than many of the other big-budget productions on the list), it's a hugely impressive result and the production team see its position possibly improving. "We are one of only four independent films on the list," says Woss, "and there is still some life in ‘the dog' yet, so we may reach seventh or eighth place."

The other films on the list of the ten highest grossing box officer earners include, in respective order, Crocodile Dundee, Australia, Babe, Happy Feet, Moulin Rouge, Crocodile Dundee 2, Strictly Ballroom, The Dish and The Man From Snowy River. 

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Dog Days Diary of a Wimpy Kid

By Jeff Kinney
I bought several of the Wimpy Kid books for my grandchildren for Christmas this year. Absolutely loved them.
Paperback - this is the next mega-selling instalment in the hilarious "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" series. Greg's mom has a vision of 'family togetherness' that really doesn't sound a whole lot of fun. But there's a brand-new addition to the Heffley family to contend with and it looks like Greg might be outnumbered. It could be a real dog of a summer...

About the AuthorJeff Kinney is the author of the bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Diary of a Wimpy Kid was his debut novel and the comic adventures of his protagonist, Greg Heffley, began online in 2004 on funbrain.com where 70,000 children read about him every day. To date the series has sold over 35 million copies in the US alone and to 30 different countries. Jeff is an online developer and designer. He lives with his family in southern Massachusetts, USA.
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This one is so cute, I want one.   In fact I am going to order one of these for my daughter who has two Golden Retriever puppies.


Puppies in the Kitchen 2012 Calendar

Format:Calendar, 54 pages
Stay organized week by week, and get your puppy fix too! "Puppies in the Kitchen" is the marriage of practical and cute. The calendar is a 12" x 12" pad with tear-off pages and a magnetized back for fridge-compatibility. Each page is divided into seven columns, Sunday through Saturday, with plenty of room to fill with all your family's activities, appointments, reminders, and random doodles. Puppies in full color frolic and cavort through the spreads, and at the top of each page is a quote that speaks to the dog lover's soul.

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William Wegman Puppies 2012 Wall Calendar

Wall Calendar, 28 pages

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I bought this book today I thought it was a fantastic book to give my own youngest fostered grandson for Christmas.

It is fun ad beautifully illustrated. Young children would love it.


The Wonky Donkey  By Craig Smith, Katz Cowley

Format:Paperback, 24 pages

Other Information: Illustrated
Release Date: 1 May 2010"

I was walking down the road and I saw . . .

A donkey,

Hee Haw!

And he only had three legs!

He was a wonky donkey."

Children will be in fits of laughter with this perfect read-aloud tale of an endearing donkey. By the books final page, readers end up with a spunky, hanky-panky, cranky, stinky, dinky, lanky, honky-tonky, winky wonky, donkey!

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Coral reefs will be gone by the end of the century, according to a top UN Scientist.

In the recently published book 'Our Dying Planet', Professor Peter Sale writes that coral reef ecosystems are very likely to disappear by the end of this century, in what would be "a new first for mankind — the 'extinction' of an entire ecosystem".

Our Dying Planet the Book.
Format:Hardback, 360 pages
Release Date: 12 September 2011Coral reefs are on track to become the first ecosystem actually eliminated from the planet. So says leading ecologist Peter F. Sale in this crash course on the state of the planet. Sale draws from his own extensive work on coral reefs, and from recent research by other ecologists, to explore the many ways we are changing the earth and to explain why it matters. Weaving into the narrative his own firsthand field experiences around the world, Sale brings ecology alive while giving a solid understanding of the science at work behind today's pressing environmental issues. He delves into topics including overfishing, deforestation, biodiversity loss, use of fossil fuels, population growth, and climate change while discussing the real consequences of our growing ecological footprint. Most important, this passionately written book emphasizes that a gloom-and-doom scenario is not inevitable, and as Sale explores alternative paths, he considers the ways in which science can help us realize a better future.

Table of ContentsPreface Introduction Part One. Information: What We Are Doing to Our World 1. Overfishing 2. Removing Forests 3. Disrupting the Ocean-Atmosphere Engine 4. The Perilous Future for Coral Reefs Part Two. Understanding: Why We Don't Comprehend the Scale of Our Problem 5. The Problem of Shifting Baselines 6. Our Unrealistic Belief in the Balance of Nature Part Three. Moving Forward: Why It Matters and What We Need to Do 7. What Loss of Ecological Complexity Means for the World 8. Reducing Our Use of Fossil Fuels 9. Slowing Growth of the Human Population 10. Our Alternative Futures Bibliography Index

About the Author
Peter F. Sale is Assistant Director, Institute for Water, Environment, and Health at United Nations University and University Professor Emeritus at the University of Windsor in Ontario, Canada. He is the author of The Ecology of Fishes on Coral Reefs, Coral Reef Fishes, and Marine Metapopulations.

Physics for Dogs: A Crash Course in Catching Cats, Frisbees, and Dinner

By John-Andrew Sandbrook, Pepper Sandbrook-Flynn (Foreword by)



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Old dogs may have trouble with new tricks, but now canine brainiacs can use the laws of physics to master their corner of the universe. Complete with technical illustrations, graphs, and formulas, "Physics for Dogs" shows dogs how to: bring down the mailman with the correct ratio of stealth and brute force; poop strategically - indoors and out - by understanding variable-mass systems; open any cupboard with Newton's First Law; play fetch by calculating velocity and maximum range; catch squirrels by accounting for friction, weight, and air resistance; and much, much more! With this hilariously prescriptive how-to, pooches of every size and temperament will learn to chase cars - and catch them.

About the Author

John-Andrew Sandbrook is a third-year mathematical sciences and computer science major at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. As a life-long dog owner he's seen his fair share of food-sneaking, revenge-taking, and chair-warming.

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Format:Paperback, 320 pages
Other Information: Illustrations (some col.
)Release Date: 02 September 2010

For the millions of people every year who consider bringing a puppy into their lives - as well as those who have already brought a dog home. Based on Cesar's own detailed experiences raising individual puppies from some of the most popular breeds, How to Raise the Perfect Dog is like having Cesar right beside you.HOW TO RAISE THE PERFECT DOG INCLUDES:* what to expect from each stage of your puppy's development* quick and easy housebreaking* the essentials of proper nutrition* the importance of vaccinating - and of not over-vaccinating* creating perfect obedience from day one through rules, boundaries, and calm-assertive leadership* how to avoid the most common mistakes owners' make raising puppies and young dogs* how to correct any issue before it becomes a problem

About the AuthorFounder of the Dog Psychology Center in Los Angeles, CESAR MILLAN is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Cesar's Way, Be the Pack Leader and Member of the Family. He is the star of The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, the Nat Geo Wild Channel's top-rated show. Cesar and Ilusion Millan Foundation, a non-profit organisation dedicated to helping shelters and rescue groups.

Schnitzel Von Krumm, Dogs Never Climb TreesBy Lynley Dodd


This is a new paperback edition of the story about everyone's favourite dog, Schnitzel von Krumm, from everyone's favourite author, Lynley Dodd. This time, Schnitzel von Krumm - with the very low tum - is up to mischief, chasing, digging, hiding and hustling. He should remember that dogs never climb trees - but that's not going to stop him scampering right to the very top of the tree!

About the Author

Lynley Dodd is an award-winning author/illustrator enormously popular for her rhyming stories of the memorable Hairy Maclary, Schnitzel Von Krumm - and enemies! She worked as a teacher before beginning to write her own books in 1974. Lynley lives in New Zealand.

It's Quilting Cats and Dogs:
15 Heart-Warming Projects Combining Patchwork, Applique and Stitchery

By Lynette Anderson




This is a collection of delightful characterful quilted projects from world-renowned designer, Lynette Anderson, perfect for cat and dog lovers. Several large quilts are featured in this book, along with bags, pincushions, pillows and needlecases. These smaller projects make ideal gifts. Lynette uses a great deal of stunning stitchery and applique to create her beautifully distinctive designs. Other techniques featured include piecing and punch-needle. Beautiful fabrics, warm colours and a homely feel is enhanced by a book design that captures the heart-warming, quirky style of Lynette's designs.

Table of Contents

Introduction; Puppy Dog Sewing Collection sewing bag, needle case and scissors keeper; Kitty Kat in the Garden quilt and journal cover; Woof! bed quilt and pillow; I Love My Cat wall hanging and pincushions; Punchneedle Puss and Pooch sewing box and picture; Summer Holiday quilt and holiday album cover; Best of Friends bag and wallet; Techniques: applique, foundation piecing, patchwork, punchneedle, quilting, stitchery, yo-yos; Templates; Suppliers; Index.

About the Author

Lynette Anderson was born in Dorset, England and moved to Australia in 1990 where she founded The Patchwork Angel retail outlet in 1997. She is now focussed full time on designing her extensive pattern range (www.patchworkangel.com.au). She lives in Pacific Paradise, Queensland.