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In Australia, Global Movie Day is an annual celebration of the power of cinema, and screens down under on the second Saturday of February and this year, that’s 14 February.

Today is a vibrant celebration of cinema, bringing together film fans worldwide. Organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, this event highlights the power of movies to connect people across different cultures and backgrounds.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences established Global Movie Day, a day for film fans around the world to celebrate their favourite movies and engage with Academy members and filmmakers across social media. The inaugural holiday was held the day before the 92nd Oscars (2020).

The celebration of Global Movie Day focuses on movies’ universal appeal. Films have the unique ability to transcend language and cultural barriers, offering a platform for diverse voices and stories. Fundamentally, the annual mission of this special day is to celebrate the power of movies and their capacity to inspire and move people and transform lives.

One key reason for celebrating Global Movie Day is to honour the creative achievements of filmmakers and actors. This day serves as a call to appreciate the hard work and creativity behind every film, fostering a deeper connection between audiences and the cinematic art form.

Today also shows how movies connect people across cultures and languages through storytelling, all on the movie screen, and with no barrier to whatever genre is chosen. There are many parts that come together to bring a movie to life. They all play a role in telling the story before the first flicker of light on the screen, before the first note of the musical score plays. Collectively, these elements create magnificent narratives that captivate us time and again.

Everyone can be involved – it’s just all about the movie! We can discuss movies that have inspired or have special meaning to us; or rewatch our favourite movies with friends and family or discover something new!

Watching a movie has no bounds these days. Of course, there’s the traditional in-cinema experience; then there’s the plethora of movie streaming sites which are at our fingertips. Similarly, the spectrum of movie genres is wide open, to include action, adventure, comedy, drama, fantasy, horror, musicals, mystery, romance, science fiction, sports, thriller, and westerns. Every which way but loose, we’re all winners.

Just pass the popcorn, please!


Fun Fact about Global Movie Day:

1. Timed for Oscar Season: The day is intentionally held in the middle of awards season, usually just before the Academy Awards, to celebrate nominated films and cinematic achievements.
2. Global Participation: In its first few years, the event gained massive traction, garnering nearly 400 million organic impressions on social media through the hashtag #GlobalMovieDay.
3. And this year, it falls on Valentine's Day - the perfect Date Night just has to be a night at the movies!

"Movies are like a box of chocolates, you never know what happens before the final credits.”

"The whole of life is just like watching a film."

"Movies: The only place where you can travel the world in two hours without leaving your seat."

"Movies are the dreams we share."

 

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Today, February 15, over 8,000 participants, all affected by breast cancer directly or their loves ones, will lace up at Elsternwick Park in Brighton for the annual Carman’s Fun Run.

This community event is where one of Melbourne’s most colourful, vibrant fun runs will see a wave of pink raise awareness and fundraiser for breast cancer, the most common cancer diagnosed in Australian women.

• Among them is young mum, Jess Pearce, diagnosed at 33, over a year after a clear mammogram and told she was "too young" for breast cancer when she first noticed symptoms.
• Also running are the Raymond brothers, Liam 22, Ben 24 and Tom 20, racing for breast cancer support after their beloved mum Emma’s breast cancer was diagnosed as metastatic.
• Beyond the 5km, 10km and 21km runs and the 5km Pink Lady walk, lots of fun activities are planned in the event village, including food trucks, children’s activities, entertainment, Carman’s product giveaways, retail stalls, and more.
• Recharge at food and coffee vendors, browse retail and merchandise stands, and take a quiet moment at BCNA's Mini-Field of Women tribute space.
• In-Person: Join thousands of participants in a "pink-filled" day at the event village, featuring live entertainment, kids' zones, and a post-race massage area.
• Run Anywhere, Anytime: If you cannot attend in Melbourne, you can register to participate virtually between 14 February and 23 February 2026.

Fundraising through Carman’s Fun Run goes to Breast Cancer Network Australia, the first call for essential resources, advocacy, and support for the 20,000 Australians diagnosed with breast cancer each year.

Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA)is Australia’s leading breast cancer consumer organisation. BCNA provides information and support to those diagnosed and their supporters, opportunities to connect with others going through a similar situation and work to influence a stronger healthcare system to ensure all Australians affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.

This is an event not to be missed. Join thousands of runners, walkers, friends and families coming together for an unforgettable bayside event that’s all about movement, community and making a real difference.

Challenge yourself to a Half Marathon, 10K, or a 5K and experience the unforgettable race day vibes running along Melbourne's scenic bayside. If you want to participate but don't want to run, join us for the Pink Lady 5K Walk and get together with family and friends, dress up, and show your support to BCNA.

Make your run count by raising funds for BCNA, to help ensure that all Australians who are affected by breast cancer receive the very best care, treatment and support.

Come Together.

Run Together.

Never Giving In Together.



"A breast cancer diagnosis doesn't have to halt your journey.”

"Cancer tried to end the story... but it failed."

“I want to run, play, grow, live everything that was almost taken from me."

"Together, we can make [cancer] history."

 

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Lest We Forget


Today, 15 February, marks the anniversary of the Fall of Singapore, one of the worst military disasters to befall Australia, and one of the greatest defeats in British history.

On the night of 8/9 February 1942, Japanese forces landed on Singapore Island. Australians of the 22nd and 27th Brigades were among the first to meet the attack.
By 15 February, with the island’s reservoirs lost, Lieutenant General Arthur Percival accepted Japan’s demand for unconditional surrender - followed by an eerie silence veterans remembered vividly.

Over 18,000 Australians were taken prisoner at the fall of Singapore.
One third of those captured did not survive captivity.
During the campaign, 1,789 Australians were killed and 1,306 wounded

Lest We Forget