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During the great Depression of the 1930's Alan Foley started selling rights to poetry from his home in Sydney.
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Auspac Media supplies crosswords, puzzles, astrology and children's features for all areas of publication, including newspapers, magazines, digital platforms, intranets and newsletters Later in 1939, he formed a company named Alan Foley Pty Ltd which represented a few local and overseas companies. Brian Foley joined the business in 1960 after working for the Sydney & Melbourne Publishing Company a

nd the Sydney Daily Telegraph. In 1973 Alan Foley passed away and the business was then managed by his son Brian. Alan Foley Pty Ltd was restructured in 1988 and became Auspac Media. Combined, the two companies have been running for over 75 years. On the 30th June 2001, Brian Foley embarked on his well earned retirement after 40 years at the helm of the family owned business. Auspac Media has been entrusted to Bernie McGuinness and Karen Mandrakas, who purchased the business in 2001 from Brian. Having worked with Brian for many years Bernie and Karen are inspired by his families integrity, efficiency and personal service and continue their mission to supply the very best of local and overseas features.

Celebrating creative kids who love to draw and in support of our talented young artist Dahna Knight. Open to Coffs Coast...
12/09/2023

Celebrating creative kids who love to draw and in support of our talented young artist Dahna Knight. Open to Coffs Coast Locals and Visitors. Scan the barcode below for competition details.

Here is another comic from our very own talented Grin Bin artist Mark Lynch. Mark is the former Editorial cartoonist for...
04/07/2022

Here is another comic from our very own talented Grin Bin artist Mark Lynch.

Mark is the former Editorial cartoonist for The Australian newspaper and author of ten cartoon books, the latest being 'The wit and wisdom of Donald J Trump'. Published worldwide.

He is the recipient of 55 international and national cartooning awards including National Cartoon of the Year (twice) and the prestigious Stanley award for Australia’s best single gag cartoonist. His work is seen worldwide in Australia, USA, Sweden, Brazil, South Africa, UK and Germany.

Mark resides in Sydney, Australia with wife Jennifer and sons Patrick and Jack.

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

It is with great sadness that I write of our long-time association with colleague and puzzle creator, Mr Donald Harrison...
03/06/2022

It is with great sadness that I write of our long-time association with colleague and puzzle creator, Mr Donald Harrison. Who, you may remember recently celebrated his 90th Birthday.

Auspac Media and Donald formed a collaboration back in 2001, so for many here, his name has been part of our daily lives from the beginning. Donald’s passion for puzzles was obvious. He made the complex task of producing quality work, on time, every time, seem effortless and we appreciated every well-crafted word.

Over these many years, Donald consistently and reliably supplied us the most wonderful crosswords of various styles. All we had to do was let Donald run with what he did so well. Sadly, we received our very last crosswords from Donald in Dec 2021 but we still kept in touch by email.

Donald admired Lindsey Browne for having a career of 70-plus years, but little did he know. The young boy that felt that thrill of working out his first answer would go on to have his own brilliant, side-career. It takes some serious wit, passion and style to gain, build and keep a fan following for decades and Donald did it all with a modest smile.

As befitting a cryptic crossword creator, Donald was clever, funny, a wizard with words… and just a little bit mysterious. He had a very dry sense of humour that would sometimes sneak out into his crosswords.

After a lifetime of bringing quiet enjoyment to fellow crossword-lovers, Donald will now be sending down cryptic messages to his loved ones from heaven. So pay attention!

Vale dear Donald and thanks for the memories!

With deep condolences from all of us at Auspac Media.

One from the vault - Beyond the Black Stump by Sean Leahy.
23/05/2022

One from the vault - Beyond the Black Stump by Sean Leahy.

22/05/2022

It' Vintage Comic week here at Auspac. We're trolling the archives for some of our favorites to share with you.....let us know what you think.

Tanya has been marie claire’s Resident astrologer since 1994. Her worldwide following includes horoscope features for ma...
20/05/2022

Tanya has been marie claire’s Resident astrologer since 1994. Her worldwide following includes horoscope features for many national and international publications. It’s Tanya’s informative, yet down to earth style that attracts millions of readers. For personal work and your own special discount, email Tanya at [email protected].

https://www.marieclaire.com.au/tanya-obreza

"I would like to take this opportunity to say that I think you are the most accurate Astrologer I have ever come across." SLC WA, Australia

"If I didn't know any better I would have said that you've known me for years. My personal birth chart had me laughing and almost crying at times. It's me to a tee." CG, NSW

"I loved my profile so much, I'm getting one done for my best friend's birthday" KM, Qld

"Thank you for my transits. They have been spot on so far!" D.R. NSW, Australia

Tanya has been marie claire’s Resident astrologer since 1994. Her worldwide following includes horoscope features for many national and international publications. It’s Tanya’s informative, yet down to earth style that attracts millions of readers. For personal work and your own special discou...

Joanne Madeline Moore's smooth, easy-to-read horoscopes are indicative of an astrologer adept at writing for the mass me...
18/05/2022

Joanne Madeline Moore's smooth, easy-to-read horoscopes are indicative of an astrologer adept at writing for the mass media.

For you Ta**us Love Horoscope click here:
https://bohoastro.com/love-horoscope-taurus/

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

Ta**us Love Horoscope + Daily and Weekly horoscopes, 2019 horoscopes, bohemian astrology blog and more from top astrologer Joanne Madeline Moore.

Welcome to a genuinely different approach to the ancient art of Astrology.Be prepared to open your heart to the world of...
17/05/2022

Welcome to a genuinely different approach to the ancient art of Astrology.

Be prepared to open your heart to the world of poetry and paradox - to hunt for meaning in ways that aren't linear or necessarily logical.

The significance lies in a deepening of the sense of mystery, not in the lessening of it.

Sudhir was trained in Experiential Astrology in Oregon (USA) in 1985.

He is presently residing in Brisbane where he does Astrology Readings, runs Astrology Classes for individuals, couples and groups.

He has been writing Astrology Columns for various publications and websites for over 12 years

His work and life story has been featured in The West Australian Week-End Magazine.

He has also scripted the Astrological component of what was at the time the highest rating locally made television show in Western Australia - ('Starbodies' Channel 7 early 1990's)

Sudhir has had his first book published called Astrology for those who won't admit they're interested! check it out here:

https://www.amazon.com.au/Astrology-Theyre-Interested-Ancient-Stargazing-ebook/dp/B01N5YEA1E

Sudhir receives lots of sincere and genuine testimonials from avid followers of his work.

Here are just a few:

"You have a real gift and I am convinced you would make an amazing professor."

"Just fell off my chair ~ almost literally ~ when I read your Capricorn."

"I have found your stars a meditation in the deepest sense of the word."

"What a nut I am for your nutty astro bars."

"Eloquent and mystical musings....both heartening and insightful."

"You have given me - insights, wisdom & laughter."

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

“Astrology: For Those Who Won’t Admit They’re Interested” presents astrology in a fresh and unorthodox light. It is written with the intention of offering both sceptics and lovers of astrology a deeper appreciation of the stars. It begins by introducing and articulatin...

All this week we are celebrating star signs and our three amazing professional astrologers, Sudhir, Joanne Madeline Moor...
16/05/2022

All this week we are celebrating star signs and our three amazing professional astrologers, Sudhir, Joanne Madeline Moore and Tanya Obreza.
Whether your searching for answers to your relationship, job, family or even future - you can look to the stars....
https://www.tanyaobreza.com/
https://bohoastro.com/

Joanne Madeline Moore - TA**US [April 21-May 21]LOVE & LUSTWith Venus retrograde and two eclipses in your relationship z...
13/05/2022

Joanne Madeline Moore -
TA**US [April 21-May 21]
LOVE & LUST
With Venus retrograde and two eclipses in your relationship zone, expect a rollercoaster ride in 2022. January will be a tumultuous month, when it will be tricky to get the balance right between invigorating independence and cosy coupledom. Some optimistic Taureans will revisit an old romance (but do you really want to travel down that rocky road again?). Thank goodness Venus is moving forwards again in February, which brings the opportunity to revitalise a tired old relationship or start a promising new partnership.
LOOT & LUCK
Taskmaster Saturn continues its rare transit through your career zone, so it’s a good time to work hard, set ambitious goals and dress to impress. Luckiest months are June and July, when Venus (your power planet) activates your sign and your cash zone. But there could be a temporary financial setback in November or December when Mars reverses through your money zone. So make sure you are extra cautious and responsible with finances during this period.
LIFESTYLE
With two Eclipses stimulating your sign, 2022 is the year to be the authentic you. Uranus continues transiting through Ta**us, which gives you the courage to take a chance and try things you’ve never considered before. Jump out of your comfort zone and dare to explore and experiment! Best dates to be a brave Bull? Feb 17-19 (when Jupiter and Uranus activate your adventurous side), April 30-May 1 (when the Solar Eclipse connects with Uranus in Ta**us) and May 3-4 (when Jupiter and Pluto boost your confidence).
FAMOUS TAUREANS
Lena Dunham, George Clooney, Cate Blanchett.
NEW YEAR MOTTO
“It’s not brave to do something that doesn’t scare you.” (Lena Dunham)

For more information about our Horoscopes, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

12/05/2022
 : There's one way to make your daily crossword puzzle boost the brain a bit more: make it challenging enough to push yo...
12/05/2022

: There's one way to make your daily crossword puzzle boost the brain a bit more: make it challenging enough to push your brain to the next level.
One idea is to give yourself a time limit and see how fast you can do it. Or, try a puzzle that's harder than your normal puzzle skill level.
Download your favorites puzzles and crosswords here: https://www.auspacmedia.com.au/products/

Today we feature our Nutcracker Creator.....Mark Guthrie is originally from a small town in north eastern Victoria calle...
11/05/2022

Today we feature our Nutcracker Creator.....
Mark Guthrie is originally from a small town in north eastern Victoria called Strathmerton.

One of those blink and you miss it places that are prevalent in Austraila. His upbringing was the family dairy farm where he chased and milked many cows but more often drew them, so he (and his parents) thought it a good idea for him study art. Which he did.

After obtaining a Bachelor of Visual Arts majoring in Illustration from Griffith University in Brisbane he worked in animation with Walt Disney Animation Australia in Sydney.

His film credits include An Extremely Goofy Movie, The Little Mermaid 2, Peter Pan - Return to Neverland, Jungle Book 2, Lion King 3, The 3 Mouseketeers and Lilo and Stitch - Stitch Has a Glitch. Also in TV animation for the Disney Channel and Warner Bros.

He returned to Brisbane to pursue his true passion in art which is straight Illustration and Cartooning. He has authored and illustrated children's books for Scholastic Australia, Koala Books, Blake Publishing, Random House, Pearson Education and Cengage Learning.

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

For more information on our cartoon creators and artists, please email Margret on sales@auspacmedia.com.au or call us on...
10/05/2022

For more information on our cartoon creators and artists, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

Pencilhead's Colouring In Page is a fun colouring in activity for kids of all ages and now available in colour or mono. ...
10/05/2022

Pencilhead's Colouring In Page is a fun colouring in activity for kids of all ages and now available in colour or mono. .
Pencilhead's is in the developmental stages of becoming a TV series.
Author: Jason Sampson Take a look here: https://www.auspacmedia.com.au/directory/Pencilheads-ColourIn/

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

Jason Sampson is the creator of Pencilhead's Children's Feature.This feature is very viable for publications trying to a...
09/05/2022

Jason Sampson is the creator of Pencilhead's Children's Feature.

This feature is very viable for publications trying to attract a young audience.

Auspac Media have received such positive feedback on Jason's standard Pencilhead feature page saying how their circulation has risen with young readers by printing his kids features.

It also has been produced with Newspapers in Education initiatives in mind.
Suitable for Childrens Demographics.
Pencilhead's is in the developmental stages of becoming a TV series.

Take a look here: https://www.auspacmedia.com.au/directory/Pencilheads-Curiosity-Corner-Full-Page/

For further enquiries, please email Margret on [email protected] or call us on 07 5553 3200.

Queenslander's, we're in for a very wet week next week.  Why not print some of our kids puzzles out and save them for th...
06/05/2022

Queenslander's, we're in for a very wet week next week. Why not print some of our kids puzzles out and save them for the rainy days, or take them with you to a restaurant or on a journey? We have a wide variety for different ages. Click here to browse our selection. http://auspacmedia.com.au/products

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