And today is .......

[tiger_one]

Thirsty Messiah Brewery (Broadmeadow, NSW) is hosting a Christmas in July Trivia Night on Thursday, 23 July.
The event registration kicks off at 6:30 pm, with the first question at 7:00 pm. Entry is free and there are great prizes up for grabs, including a $200 Bar Tab.

And this fun night at Broadmeadow is but one of 1000’s held around Australia weekly.

Trivia nights are a massive part of Australia’s midweek social culture, predominantly filling up pubs, hotels, and RSL clubs on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. Across the country, these events serve as a primary way for local communities and friend groups to gather for dinner, drinks, and casual competition.

Free Entry: Most weekly pub trivia events are completely free to play.

The 90-Minute Rule: Most successful midweek sessions run for about 90 minutes to 2 hours. They typically start around 7:00 PM and wrap up by 8:30 PM or 9:00 PM to fit neatly around dinner.

Structure: A standard night consists of 5 to 6 rounds with roughly 10 questions per round.

Prizes: Venues offer various incentives like venue vouchers, cash jackpots, bottles of wine, and quirky spot prizes for mini-games.

And then, the questions which need to strike the perfect balance between challenging and engaging. Questions for trivia nights are typically separated into easy, medium, and hard rounds to steadily increase the excitement as players slowly need to use more of their brain power.

The trivia landscape in Australia has evolved significantly from classic pen-and-paper setups to highly interactive multimedia experiences:

• Big Screen & Digital Trivia: Companies like Trivia Nights Australia and InnQUIZitive project questions directly onto the venue’s big screens. Players often use game-show-style dome buzzers, remote controllers, or smartphones to lock in answers, offering instant scoreboard updates.
• Themed & Pop Culture Nights: Beyond general knowledge, themed trivia nights are incredibly popular. Major multimedia agencies like Quiz Meisters and Time For Trivia frequently coordinate dedicated nights focusing on cult classics like Harry Potter, Star Wars, and Marvel. (Just like the "Christmas In July" event at Broadmeadow.)
• Audio & Visual Rounds: Modern quizzes heavy-play interactive components, utilizing video clips, music clips, and speed rounds to keep teams engaged across all age groups.

Trivia nights in Australia are a staple of pub and club culture, typically running midweek (Tuesday through Thursday) from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. These events are free to play, feature prizes like venue vouchers and jugs of beer, and rely on national hosting companies like Quiz Meisters or local independent operators.

A typical pub trivia night features six rounds of ten questions, and modern setups frequently utilize big screens, audiovisual rounds, and keypad or buzzer systems.

Trivia nights are so popular because they seamlessly combine social connection, friendly competition, and mental stimulation into a low-stakes, accessible night out. They offer an engaging, budget-friendly way to break up the routine of the workweek and foster community.

First and foremost, this is a competitive activity – and people love competition. Even those who don’t readily identify themselves as competitive can still admit to enjoying a healthy contest of brainpower, memory and even negotiation skills among their own team members while determining which answer to write down. You put people on a team together and tell them they have a chance to “win,” and you’ll be blown away by what happens. In a word, it’s FUN.

People want to have a good time at these events; they don’t want be bored. You know it’s a blast – it just is! People are laughing and cheering, there’s good-natured taunting and heckling, folks are socializing – it’s genuinely a great time, which is why people enjoy doing it.

These fun nights have gone high-tech! Game show style buzzers create the most interactive Trivia on the market. Multiple choice answers, first in buzz + the Domes light up like crazy when your first in!

Trivia production companies use the latest most modern, beautiful, reliable online Trivia software to run Trivia Nights – fading are the PowerPoint presentations.

Just remember, your team needs you.
That single question that only you know means the team wins.

Lively and competitive while also fun and sociable, trivia nights are one of the best ways to enjoy spending time with a team of friends, family or colleagues.

Get into it.
Now.



“I came for the trivia, stayed for the bragging rights”

“I have a degree in random facts”

“I am not competitive, I just hate losing”

“I came, I saw, I answered”

 

[tiger_one]

Today is the 110th anniversary of the Battle of Pozières.

Just days after the devastating Battle of Fromelles came the infamous Battle of Pozières, part of the larger Battle of the Somme.

Pozieres, a small village in the Somme Valley of France, was the site of intense and costly fighting involving the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Australian Divisions between 23 July and 7 August 1916.

In less than seven weeks of fighting at Pozières and nearby Mouquet Farm, the Australian Imperial Force suffered over 23,000 casualties, including 6,800 who were killed or died of their wounds.

Lest we forget.

 

[tiger_one]

International Tequila Day shots onto our calendars each Jul 24.

This iconic Mexican spirit is the star of many famous cocktails and pairs well with a variety of foods. Just add a little lime and salt. Mix up a Margarita, Paloma, or a Mamasita to celebrate the day! And today is its day!

In Australia, bars and restaurants nationwide - especially in cities like Sydney and Melbourne - mark the occasion with week-long festivities, offering tasting flights, exclusive masterclasses, and discounted margaritas. The day is marked by lively festivities, with top-tier Mexican venues, local cocktail bars, and agave importers across the country hosting tasting flights, and vibrant fiesta events.

It’s a celebration of all things to do with the agave-based spirit. Made exclusively from blue Weber agave (or agave tequilana), tequila has been a fixture of Mexican culture for centuries and has been gaining more traction in Australia over the past few years.

Here are some top spots and events marking this special day:

• El Camino Cantina (Sydney): Known for their massive tequila week celebrations, they feature limited-edition margaritas (like the Prickly Pear Rita), $10 classic ritas, and discounted shots.
• Tequila Mockingbird (Paddington, Sydney) is showcasing a curated line-up of agave spirits - from clean and crisp blancos through to deep, barrel-aged extra añejos, plus mezcal and raicilla for those looking to explore beyond the classics.
• Bar Patrón (Sydney): Renowned for premium agave experiences, this waterfront venue frequently offers half-priced margaritas and curated tasting flights guided by expert brand ambassadors.
• Bodega Underground (Melbourne): A premier agave den that hosts ongoing tequila masterclasses and showcases an extensive menu of independent and craft spirits.
• Hot Tamale (Darwin): Famous for boasting one of the largest tequila collections in the Southern Hemisphere, offering extensive drink specials and rare tastings.
• Hecho en Mexico is best known for its birria and burritos, and despite having 20 locations in Melbourne, each one still feels like a small local diner. It’s also one of the pioneers for Mexican-inspired bottomless brunches, and in honour of World Tequila Day, the street-style Mexican restaurant is adding buy-one-get-one bottomless brunch to the menu.
• The world of tequila can be intimidating, with subtle differences between each variety. One of the best ways to wrap your head around the range is to sample them side by side. On August 1, you can do exactly that at Pincho Disco ’s World Tequila Day dinner, Órale. The event is a chance to explore the full spectrum of agave spirits with a curated offering led by Patrón’s brand ambassador, Corina Retter.
• Stalwart cocktail bar Lily Blacks may be Parisian-inspired, but its spirit range draws from all over the map. In honour of World Tequila Day, the team is serving a limited-edition menu of Patrón cocktails that pair the iconic Mexican tequila with classic European flavours.
• If Margaritas overlooking the banks of the Yarra sounds like your kind of fun, head to Southbank to try Soho Restaurant and Bar’s specialty Margarita menu, launching right on World Tequila Day. Using mixology techniques from around the world, bar manager Kudzi Tapera has developed a brown sugar and blood orange Margarita with Patrón Reposado, a tequila aged between 60 and 364 days, to create a smooth, oaky variety that pairs well with fresh, fruity flavours.

We can buy a wide range of Tequilas in Australia, including some of the best quality Mexican spirits. If you are celebrating at home, major Australian retailers like Dan Murphy's or BWS will feature deals on both standard and premium bottles (e.g., Casamigos, Don Julio, and Patrón). Premium brands, such as Patrón, often coordinate limited-edition bottle launches and sustainability initiatives leading up to the holiday.

And did someone say tequila cocktails?

Ask a Mexican their favourite cocktail, they may just reply with the Paloma. Sophisticated and refreshing, it’s great to enjoy alongside some spicy fajitas to soothe your tongue.
Or
Margaritas are perhaps the most famous tequila cocktail, reflected in their global popularity.
Or
The Tequila Sunrise is certainly one of the best!
Or
Enjoy the ever-popular Piña Colada
Or
Try the Matador. If you imagine the Piña Colada minus the coconut and creamy vibes, then this is basically it. It’s super refreshing, just like its other tequila brothers on this list!

We Aussies love our cocktails.
And anything/everything tequila-based is up our street.
Is it tequila o’clock yet?



Fun Facts about Tequila:

• The Salt & Lime Ritual: Licking salt and biting a lime before a shot originally wasn't for fun - it was to mask the harsh, fiery taste of low-quality, unaged tequilas from the past.
• The "Worm" is a Myth: Authentic tequila never contains a worm. That famous gimmick belongs strictly to certain types of mezcal.

"One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor"

"Take life one shot at a time"

"If life gives you salt, add tequila”

“Sip happens - pass the lime”

 

[krissy]

It’s a bit too early for me to even be thinking about tequila I think I will stick with my morning coffee.

 

[tiger_one]

In April 2021, the United Nations adopted the historic first Resolution on Global Drowning Prevention, recognising the scale of the problem, calling for coordinated action to prevent drowning and marking the 25 July as World Drowning Prevention Day.

World Drowning Prevention Day occurs annually on July 25. Established by the United Nations, the 2026 campaign is themed "Unite to turn the tide," emphasizing coordinated global and local action to reduce the more than 300,000 preventable drowning deaths that occur worldwide each year.

Drowning doesn’t have a single cause, or a single solution. But it can be prevented. Drowning is an issue that affects every nation of the world. Globally, more than 300,000 people lose their lives to drowning every year. Drowning predominately impacts children and young people, with more than nine in 10 deaths occurring in low and middle-income countries, highlighting that vulnerable communities are most at risk.

In Australia hundreds of families lose loved ones to drowning every year.

Australia recorded 357 drowning deaths during the 2024–2025 financial year. Released by Royal Life Saving Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia, this marked a 27% increase over the 10-year average and the highest national toll since records began.

53% of coast drowning deaths occurred on beaches, and 32% were when swimming or wading. 87% of people who drowned were male. An additional 85 coastal deaths (from non-drowning causes) were recorded.

Key demographic and geographic details from the report include:

• Age Groups: Adults aged 65 and older accounted for 33% of the deaths (118). Tragically, there were 15 fatalities for children under five.
• Locations: Inland waterways were the most dangerous, causing 122 deaths. Coastal beaches accounted for 82 deaths, and swimming pools saw 35.
• Factors: Lifesaving organizations attributed the surge in fatalities to "crisis-level" declines in swimming skills and people traveling to unfamiliar locations.

What INDIVIDUALS can do to take action to prevent drowning:

• Enrol in swimming lessons
• Supervise children
• Check pool fence and gate
• Avoid alcohol and drugs around water
• Wear a lifejacket
• Know the conditions
• Become a pool lifeguard
• Learn CPR
• Become a swim teacher

Every small step we take can help save lives.

This World Drowning Prevention Day, Aquatic Centres, Swim Schools and Community Groups are invited to unite to turn the tide on drowning.

By Going Blue, sharing local stories, promoting water safety messages and supporting community action, organisations across Australia can help raise awareness that "anyone can drown, but no one should".

Join the global movement to prevent drowning and promote water safety.

On 25 July, landmarks across Australia will turn blue to both remember those who have been lost to drowning, and as a reminder that “anyone can drown, but no one should”.

Either light up your building or reach out to your community to light up blue on 25 July.

It's not just buildings that go blue - you and your organisation can too.

• Wearing blue - this could include wearing a blue t-shirt, blue swim cap, blue zinc, blue nail polish, blue lifejacket or a blue towel.
• Hosting a blue themed morning tea with blue cupcakes, blue lemonade, blue cookies, blue flowers or blue decorations.
• Decorating - this could include decorating your office blue, with blue balloons/streamers and printing/posting up the World Drowning Prevention Day Posters.

We need to advocate for enrolling in swimming lessons, learning CPR, and completing water safety courses, and to encourage individuals to ensure pool gates are secured, wear lifejackets, and avoid alcohol/drugs while engaging with water environments.

Especially:

• Constant Active Supervision by keeping eyes on young toddlers or children near any body of water eliminates silent submersions.
• Securing Boundaries: Checking pool fences, fixing self-latching gates, and covering domestic wells create vital layers of protection.
• Wearing Life-jackets: Utilizing life-jackets on all watercraft and in open waters protects individuals regardless of their swimming capability.
• Learning Early CPR: Getting a national first-aid certification equips bystanders to provide immediate rescue breaths during oxygen deprivation emergencies.

Drowning is inevitable if suitable care and precautions are missing.
Drowning doesn't have a single cause, or a single solution.
But it can be prevented.
Be disciplined.
Be vigilant.
Be careful.
No family deserves this.

 

[krissy]

In April 2021, the United Nations adopted the historic first Resolution on Global Drowning Prevention, recognising the scale of the problem, calling for coordinated action to prevent drowning and marking the 25 July as World Drowning Prevention Day.

World Drowning Prevention Day occurs annually on July 25. Established by the United Nations, the 2026 campaign is themed "Unite to turn the tide," emphasizing coordinated global and local action to reduce the more than 300,000 preventable drowning deaths that occur worldwide each year.

Drowning doesn’t have a single cause, or a single solution. But it can be prevented. Drowning is an issue that affects every nation of the world. Globally, more than 300,000 people lose their lives to drowning every year. Drowning predominately impacts children and young people, with more than nine in 10 deaths occurring in low and middle-income countries, highlighting that vulnerable communities are most at risk.

In Australia hundreds of families lose loved ones to drowning every year.

Australia recorded 357 drowning deaths during the 2024–2025 financial year. Released by Royal Life Saving Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia, this marked a 27% increase over the 10-year average and the highest national toll since records began.

53% of coast drowning deaths occurred on beaches, and 32% were when swimming or wading. 87% of people who drowned were male. An additional 85 coastal deaths (from non-drowning causes) were recorded.

Key demographic and geographic details from the report include:

• Age Groups: Adults aged 65 and older accounted for 33% of the deaths (118). Tragically, there were 15 fatalities for children under five.
• Locations: Inland waterways were the most dangerous, causing 122 deaths. Coastal beaches accounted for 82 deaths, and swimming pools saw 35.
• Factors: Lifesaving organizations attributed the surge in fatalities to "crisis-level" declines in swimming skills and people traveling to unfamiliar locations.

What INDIVIDUALS can do to take action to prevent drowning:

• Enrol in swimming lessons
• Supervise children
• Check pool fence and gate
• Avoid alcohol and drugs around water
• Wear a lifejacket
• Know the conditions
• Become a pool lifeguard
• Learn CPR
• Become a swim teacher

Every small step we take can help save lives.

This World Drowning Prevention Day, Aquatic Centres, Swim Schools and Community Groups are invited to unite to turn the tide on drowning.

By Going Blue, sharing local stories, promoting water safety messages and supporting community action, organisations across Australia can help raise awareness that "anyone can drown, but no one should".

Join the global movement to prevent drowning and promote water safety.

On 25 July, landmarks across Australia will turn blue to both remember those who have been lost to drowning, and as a reminder that “anyone can drown, but no one should”.

Either light up your building or reach out to your community to light up blue on 25 July.

It's not just buildings that go blue - you and your organisation can too.

• Wearing blue - this could include wearing a blue t-shirt, blue swim cap, blue zinc, blue nail polish, blue lifejacket or a blue towel.
• Hosting a blue themed morning tea with blue cupcakes, blue lemonade, blue cookies, blue flowers or blue decorations.
• Decorating - this could include decorating your office blue, with blue balloons/streamers and printing/posting up the World Drowning Prevention Day Posters.

We need to advocate for enrolling in swimming lessons, learning CPR, and completing water safety courses, and to encourage individuals to ensure pool gates are secured, wear lifejackets, and avoid alcohol/drugs while engaging with water environments.

Especially:

• Constant Active Supervision by keeping eyes on young toddlers or children near any body of water eliminates silent submersions.
• Securing Boundaries: Checking pool fences, fixing self-latching gates, and covering domestic wells create vital layers of protection.
• Wearing Life-jackets: Utilizing life-jackets on all watercraft and in open waters protects individuals regardless of their swimming capability.
• Learning Early CPR: Getting a national first-aid certification equips bystanders to provide immediate rescue breaths during oxygen deprivation emergencies.

Drowning is inevitable if suitable care and precautions are missing.
Drowning doesn't have a single cause, or a single solution.
But it can be prevented.
Be disciplined.
Be vigilant.
Be careful.
No family deserves this.




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Safety around water should always be a priority especially with children. Small children move so quickly & can fall into a pool silently & the results can be tragic. Pool fencing, safety gates & knowing CPR can save a life.