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Pepper Steiger
Heidi "Pepper" Steiger is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Nicky Whelan. The character was introduced into the serial as part of a group of four characters branded as "20 somethings". She made her debut in the episode broadcast on 12 October 2006. Pepper left the soap on 1 November 2007 after Whelan quit her contract. During her stint in the serial Pepper was involved in notable storylines including a same-sex kiss, a hostage situation and cervical dysplasia. Creation and casting Pepper was created in 2006 along with another three characters created at the same time as part of a new group of "20 somethings". Natalie Saleeba, Ben Lawson and Christian Clark were cast as Rosetta Cammeniti, Frazer Yeats and Will Griggs respectively, around the same time as Nicky Whelan was cast as Pepper. Their inclusion within the serial was part of the producers attempts to introduce more contemporary characters, despite not knowing each other they all ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nicky Whelan
Nicky Whelan (born 10 May 1981) is an Australian actress and model known for her role as Pepper Steiger in the Australian soap opera '' Neighbours''. Career Before ''Neighbours'', Whelan hosted a number of shows, including '' Coxy's Big Break'' (Seven Network), ''Beyond the Boundary'' ( Network Ten), and ''Melbourne Woman'' (Seven Network), and played the fictional celebrity "Chrissie Grant" on ''Russell Coight's Celebrity Challenge'', a spin-off of ''All Aussie Adventures''. Whelan is also known as the face of the rural Victorian city, Shepparton, and she hosted the night racing at Moonee Valley for eight years. Whelan has also posed for a number of Australian magazines, including ''FHM'' (in October 2007), ''Ralph'' (in November 2005) and ''Inside Sport''. In November 2007, Whelan made a special appearance in Harrow, London, to promote sustainable transport and initiatives that benefit the environment. She also shot some photos for Harrow's 'It's Up to All of Us' campaign ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Courier-Mail
''The Courier-Mail'' is an Australian newspaper published in Brisbane. Owned by News Corp Australia, it is published daily from Monday to Saturday in Tabloid (newspaper format), tabloid format. Its editorial offices are located at Bowen Hills, Queensland, Bowen Hills, in Brisbane's inner northern suburbs, and it is printed at Murarrie, Queensland, Murarrie, in Brisbane's eastern suburbs. It is available for purchase throughout Queensland, most regions of Northern New South Wales and parts of the Northern Territory. History The history of ''The Courier-Mail'' is through four Nameplate (publishing), mastheads. The ''Moreton Bay Courier'' later became ''The Courier (Brisbane), The Courier'', then the ''Brisbane Courier'' and, since a merger with the Daily Mail in 1933, ''The Courier-Mail''. The ''Moreton Bay Courier'' was established as a weekly paper in June 1846. Issue frequency increased steadily to bi-weekly in January 1858, tri-weekly in December 1859, then daily under the ed ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lolly Allen
Shannon Louise "Lolly" Allen (also Carpenter) is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours''. She made her first screen appearance during the episode broadcast on 25 July 1994. Louise was played by Tessa Taylor from her birth, with Jiordan Tolli taking over the role a few months later. The character was written out in 2001 when Tolli's parents and the producers felt it was the right time for her to leave. In 2006, it was announced that Louise would be returning to ''Neighbours'' and Adelaide Kane was cast in the role, after winning the ''Dolly (magazine), Dolly'' "''Neighbours'' Next Big Stars" competition. Kane's contract was not renewed and Louise departed on 29 June 2007. The character returned for one episode on 4 October 2013 with Tolli in the role. Casting Tessa Taylor was the first actress to play Louise. Jiordan Tolli was cast as Louise when she was two months old, following a call from casting director Jan Russ for a baby to play the role of Lou Ca ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stefan Dennis
Stefan Dennis (born 30 October 1958) is an Australian actor and singer best known for playing the role of cold-hearted and ruthless businessman Paul Robinson in the soap opera ''Neighbours'' from its first episode on March 18, 1985. He departed ''Neighbours'' in 1992 before returning for a short stint in 1993. He then returned in late 2004 and played the character up until the show's temporary ending in 2022 and is set to return to the role in 2023. During his time away from ''Neighbours'' he was a cast member of Scottish soap opera ''River City'' produced and set in Glasgow, Scotland. He is also known for his 1989 single "Don't It Make You Feel Good", which reached Number 16 in the Irish and UK Singles Chart.It is a little known fact that Dennis plays the pipe organ . Early life Dennis was born in Tawonga, Victoria but his family moved to Queensland for 12 years, where he did most of his schooling. He started showing his genuine interest in music and acting at the age of seven ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paul Robinson (Neighbours)
Paul Robinson is a fictional character from the Australian television soap opera ''Neighbours'', a long-running serial drama about social life in the fictional Melbourne suburb of Erinsborough. He is played by Stefan Dennis. Paul was created by producer Reg Watson as one of ''Neighbours''' original characters. He debuted in the first episode of the show broadcast on 18 March 1985 and is the sole remaining original cast member. Paul appeared on a regular basis until 1992 when Dennis quit ''Neighbours'' to pursue work elsewhere. He reprised the role for a guest appearance in 1993. Dennis returned to the show full-time in 2004 and has since remained in the role. Dennis viewed his decision to leave ''Neighbours'' as a mistake. Early character development during 1980s episodes changed Paul into a powerful, arrogant and sometimes villainous businessman. Paul has an evil persona which has long been admired by Dennis for the entertainment value it creates. In 2007, Paul's evil ways we ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Matthew Werkmeister
Matthew Werkmeister (born 30 January 1992) is an Australian stage and television actor. He is best known for his role as Zeke Kinski in the soap opera ''Neighbours'' from 2005 to 2011 and 2014. Career Werkmeister began his career with the Children's Performing Company of Australia and is represented by ''Storm Actors''. Prior to appearing in ''Neighbours'', Werkmeister appeared in a stage production of ''The Full Monty''. It was for this portrayal that he was nominated in 2005 for a ''Music Theatre Guild of Victoria: Awards for Excellence'' award in the category of Junior Performer (Male). The award was won by Daniel Todd for the stage production of ''Kiss Me Kate''. It was whilst he was appearing in ''The Full Monty'' that Werkmeister landed the role of Zeke Kinski in the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours''. He almost missed out on the role when his father took the call about the audition and refused it because it was a five-hour drive to there. Werkmeister has said that h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zeke Kinski
Zeke Kinski is a fictional character from the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Matthew Werkmeister. He made his first on-screen appearance on 22 August 2005. Zeke is the son of Alex Kinski and the younger brother of Katya and Rachel. His storylines have included the death of his father, being trapped in the warehouse collapse, developing an anxiety disorder, joining Pirate Net and forming many romantic relationships. In October 2010, it was announced that Werkmeister and his character were to leave ''Neighbours''. Zeke made his final appearance on 11 March 2011. In February 2014, it was announced that Werkmeister would be returning to ''Neighbours'' for a brief guest stint and Zeke returned on 7 April 2014. Casting In August 2005, it was announced that a new family would be introduced to the show. The three-strong family consisted of widower Alex Kinski ( Andrew Clarke) and his two teenage children; Rachel (Caitlin Stasey) and Zeke. Actor Matthew Werkmeister was cas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Benjamin Hart
Benjamin Hart (born 17 October 1977) is an English actor best known for his roles as Foz in the British soap opera ''Hollyoaks'', and as Adam Rhodes in the Australian soap opera ''Neighbours''. Biography Acting career Hart attended Rodborough Technology College in Godalming, Surrey. He subsequently appeared for eight months as Foz in English soap opera ''Hollyoaks'', and had a role in the WE tv series '' American Princess''. Hart began a role in Australian soap opera ''Neighbours'' in 2007 as Adam Rhodes, a British police officer-turned construction worker. He had a lead role in the LGBT comedy '' Mr. Right'', released in 2009, playing the role of Lars, one of the lead characters. Model and scout As a model scout, Hart helped to launch the career of English model and actress Lily Cole. He appeared as a model in videos for Madonna, the Spice Girls and Dannii Minogue, and in TV commercials including an international campaign as the Diet Coke boy, and for Nokia and Eden Springs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adam Rhodes
Adam Rhodes is a fictional character from the Australian Network Ten soap opera ''Neighbours'', played by Benjamin Hart. The character debuted on-screen during the episode airing on 14 June 2007 and left on 29 November 2007. Creation and casting Adam was created as part of the 2007 revamp of the serial. He was also a new long-term love interest for existing character Pepper Steiger (Nicky Whelan). A British actor was sought to play the role, a move made by producers in the hope of attracting new viewers in the UK. Former ''Hollyoaks'' actor Benjamin Hart was eventually cast. He received help in getting the part from his friend Dannii Minogue, who used her agent and negotiated a deal on a contract. Of how the casting worked Hart stated: "I was due to fly out that day back to London, but on my way to the airport I went to see ''Neighbours'' casting boss Jan Russ and within 10 minutes of leaving her office, they called and offered me the part." Regarding Minogue's involvement, he said ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
TV Week
''TV Week'' is a weekly Australian magazine that provides television program listings information and highlights, as well as television-related news. Content ranges from previews for upcoming storylines of popular television programs, particularly dramas, comedies, soap operas and reality shows airing in Australia, celebrity interviews, gossip and news reports about television, movies and music. A full weekly program guide with highlights is featured, as well listings for streaming services and crossword puzzles. It was first published as a Melbourne-only publication in December 1957 (as ''TV-Radio Week''), bearing a strong affiliation to television station Channel Nine, GTV9. The publication is also well known for its association with the annual ''TV Week Logie Awards''. History Early days The first issue of ''TV-Radio Week'' published in Melbourne covered the week 5–11 December 1957, with popular GTV9 performers Geoff Corke and Val Ruff featured on the cover. In 1958, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pap Test
The Papanicolaou test (abbreviated as Pap test, also known as Pap smear (AE), cervical smear (BE), cervical screening (BE), or smear test (BE)) is a method of cervical screening used to detect potentially precancerous and cancerous processes in the cervix (opening of the uterus or womb) or colon (in both men and women). Abnormal findings are often followed up by more sensitive diagnostic procedures and, if warranted, interventions that aim to prevent progression to cervical cancer. The test was independently invented in the 1920s by Georgios Papanikolaou and Aurel Babeș and named after Papanikolaou. A simplified version of the test was introduced by Anna Marion Hilliard in 1957. A Pap smear is performed by opening the vagina with a speculum and collecting cells at the outer opening of the cervix at the transformation zone (where the outer squamous cervical cells meet the inner glandular endocervical cells), using an Ayre spatula or a cytobrush. A similar method is used to co ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sam Clark
Samuel James Clark (born 18 October 1987) is an Australian actor, singer-songwriter, best known for his role as Ringo Brown on the Australian soap opera, ''Neighbours'' and Leo in the Fox/Paramount live musical television special '' Grease: Live.'' Clark made his musical debut in 2009 with the single " Broken", which peaked at number one on the Australian Physical Singles ChartSam Clark's debut single Broken holds Top spot Retrieved 3 May 2010 His third single " Devastated" also peaked at number one on the same chart. In August 2010, Clark released his debut studio album, '' [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
