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The Age
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Australiana auction: Why your old Mambo shirt could be worth hundreds
Dare Jennings, the name behind clothing label Mambo, has enjoyed an illustrious career. In the 1970s, he took the simple T-shirt and worked with leading artists to transfer this piece of cotton into 'art to wear'. What started out as this great idea with his business partner Andrew Rich led to other successes, including producing Phantom Records and designing surf gear. A couple of decades later, Jennings established the fashion business Deus Ex Machina, swapping surf for motorbike culture. Part of this extraordinary legacy will be sold at Shapiro Auctioneers in Sydney on September 23, giving those who recall the Mambo period an opportunity to purchase a piece of nostalgia. The T-shirts, shirts, record covers, posters and one-off art pieces, including a couple of pinball machines, will go under the hammer. Living the life of a hippie in the 1970s, travelling up and down the New South Wales Coast, Dare reflects on the incidents that started this trajectory. 'A guy gave me a lift in his Mack Truck wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with a bulldog, something that looked quite different,' says Jennings, who was inspired to start his own line of T-shirts from the shed in his backyard. Fast forward several months of experimenting, and through his connections at art school at COFA (now UNSW Art & Design), Jennings started working with the likes of artists Reg Mombassa (founding member of the band Mental as Anything), Paul Warstead, Robert Moore, Gerry Wedd and David McKay. 'Surf culture was big business at the time,' says Jennings, who expanded his repertoire to include board shorts, Hawaiian shirts and even jackets lined with Mambo's screen-printed fabrics. What was then a $20 T-shirt or a $30 Hawaiian shirt (scenes of Hawaii's coastline) is now worth considerably more. Reg Mombassa's 'Loud Shirt' titled, 'Popular Biscuits of the Southern Highlands' is expected to fetch between $400 and $500.
Irish Daily Mirror
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Only geniuses can find the goat's owner in this tricky brainteaser
A deceptively difficult brainteaser is leaving people across Ireland utterly stumped - but once you've cracked it, it'll seem glaringly obvious. It's time to put your visual skills to the ultimate test and risk falling out with your entire family, by tackling this challenging goat-themed puzzle. You'll be up against the clock, so a calm disposition and rapid reaction times are also essential. Brainteasers like this one might seem like a mere bit of fun - or a handy distraction on your morning commute - but research has suggested they might actually help our central nervous system. This can result in a slew of cognitive benefits, including better attention span and concentration levels. So, let's dive straight in... Where is the goat's owner? In the image above, you can easily spot a goat munching on some foliage, perhaps living the high life in the Irish countryside. But, something seems to be missing... Where is his owner? Hidden within the black-and-white picture is actually a woman, and you've got just five seconds to locate her to prove you have the 'most attentive' eyes. Fail, and it's probably time you booked that appointment at Specsavers. As previously reported, we can't really drop any hints for this tricky brainteaser without simply handing you the answer. However, zooming in on the image might be useful. Throwing in the towel already, or reckon you've finally cracked it? Scroll down to the bottom of the article for the answer - but no cheating. If this optical illusion proved no challenge for someone with eagle-eyed vision like yourself, you might fancy taking on something a tad more demanding. This puzzling conundrum is devised by the UK's Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) and can only be solved by someone with spy-worthy analytical abilities. Seriously, you'll need to be a modern-day genius to crack this one. With your 007 thinking cap on, can you figure out which of the below words or sentences is the odd one out? If you think you've got it, you can check your answer here. Catwoman Deus Ex Machina Parishioner Pyromania Scuba Did you get the answer right? Let us know in the comments section below Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Only those with a high IQ can spot goat's owner hiding in plain sight
An optical illusion is challenging Brits to spot a woman hiding in plain sight - and it's leaving people feeling frustrated. But can you find the goat's owner in time? A deceptively difficult brainteaser is leaving Brits utterly stumped - but once you've cracked it, it'll seem glaringly obvious. It's time to put your visual skills to the ultimate test and risk falling out with your entire family, by tackling this challenging goat-themed puzzle. You'll be up against the clock, so a calm disposition and rapid reaction times are also essential. Brainteasers like this one might seem like a mere bit of fun - or a handy distraction on your morning commute - but research has suggested they might actually help our central nervous system. This can result in a slew of cognitive benefits, including better attention span and concentration levels. So, let's dive straight in... READ MORE: You've got eagle-eyed vision if you can spot random number among OOOs In the image above, you can easily spot a goat munching on some foliage, perhaps living the high life in the countryside. But, something seems to be missing... Where is his owner? Hidden within the black-and-white picture is actually a woman, and you've got just five seconds to locate her to prove you have the 'most attentive' eyes. Fail, and it's probably time you booked that appointment at Specsavers. As previously reported, we can't really drop any hints for this tricky brainteaser without simply handing you the answer. However, zooming in on the image might be useful. Throwing in the towel already, or reckon you've finally cracked it? Scroll down to the bottom of the article for the answer - but no cheating. If this optical illusion proved no challenge for someone with eagle-eyed vision like yourself, you might fancy taking on something a tad more demanding. This puzzling conundrum is devised by the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) and can only be solved by someone with spy-worthy analytical abilities. Seriously, you'll need to be a modern-day genius to crack this one. With your 007 thinking cap on, can you figure out which of the below words or sentences is the odd one out? If you think you've got it, you can check your answer here. Catwoman Deus Ex Machina Parishioner Pyromania Scuba Up for yet another mental workout? Check out our collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.
Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Only 1% can find rogue letter hiding among flurry of Ms in just 11 seconds
You'll need razor-sharp vision and rapid thinking skills to solve this deceptively difficult brainteaser that 99 per cent of people fail. So, what are you waiting for? Put your visual skills to the ultimate test with this baffling brainteaser that is bound to leave you scratching your head. Puzzles like this may seem like a mere distraction from our mundane morning commute, or an easy to way to entertain the kids for a couple of minutes - but they're actually a great form of mental exercise. In fact, research has suggested that regularly practicing brainteasers can improve your attention span and bolster your concentration levels. So, if you're in the mood to give your noggin a bit of a workout, check out this deceptively difficult puzzle that only one per cent of people can crack within the strict time limit. Seriously, you'll need laser-sharp vision and a quick mind to solve this one... READ MORE: Only those with razor sharp vision can spot horse without tail in 5 seconds Cast your eyes over the image above. You'll spot countless rows of the same letter in a sea of green, and if you gaze too long, you might find yourself going squiffy-eyed, reports the Mirror. But it's precisely this sea of Ms you need to scrutinise to tackle this challenge – hidden amongst them is an anomaly. You've got a mere 11 seconds to spot the rogue letter that doesn't match the Ms, and if you nail it within the time frame, you clearly have an ultra beady set of eyes. So, set a timer on your mobile and start scouring! And no, we're not giving away any clues for this one... Feeling a little stumped? Or reckon you've cracked it? Scroll down to the bottom of the article to find the answer - or ignore the buzzing timer and spend a bit longer looking for the rogue N. If that brainteaser was no match for a boffin like yourself, it's now time to ramp things up a little. The brainteaser below may be 'child-friendly', but it's by no means easy. Created by the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ), you'll need to have the IQ of a genius and super analytical skills to solve this one. Seriously, crack this and you'll be one step closer to becoming the next James Bond. So, pop on your 007 thinking caps and get ready to save the world from danger by figuring out which of the following words or phrases is the odd one out. Once you're done, you can check your answer here. Catwoman Deus Ex Machina Parishioner Pyromania Scuba Up for yet another mental workout? Check out our collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.
Daily Mirror
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
You need razor sharp vision to spot horse without tail in 'impossible' puzzle
Put your visual skills to the ultimate test with this horse-themed brainteaser that has been described as 'impossible'. You'll need laser-sharp vision and rapid reaction skills Test your vision with this 'impossible' brainteaser that is leaving Brits scratching their heads. Engaging in puzzles, riddles, and brainteasers is a brilliant way to ignite your competitive spirit and test your mental agility - particularly when you coax family members into the excitement. Research has even found these mini games can help bolster your attention span and improve your concentration levels. However, this particular brainteaser is so difficult it may also make you want to pull your own hair out. Seriously, you'll need razor sharp vision and rapid reaction skills to crack this one under the tough time limit. Ready? Let's go... The image above depicts rows of black horses, but one poor animal is missing its tail. You need to find it in just five seconds to prove you have incredible vision. Otherwise, you may need to book yourself in for a trip to the opticians. We're not giving away any clues for this one, but to save you some precious seconds, why not break down the image into manageable chunks? Dividing it into columns or rows could simplify the task and aid you in spotting the tail-less horse. It's bound to put your problem-solving skills through their paces, but as you read this, your five-second countdown is likely over. Did you manage to spot it within the time frame? If you're still on the hunt, keep going, but if you're ready for the reveal, scroll down to the bottom of the article. If that horse-themed brainteaser was no match for a boffin like yourself - don't worry. Now, it's time to ramp things up a little with these with this insanely hard puzzle. Created by the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) you'll need to have the analytical skills of a spy and meticulous attention to detail in order to solve this one. So, pop on your 007 thinking caps and get ready to save the world from danger by figuring out which of the following words or phrases is the odd one out. Once you're done, you can check your answer here. Catwoman Deus Ex Machina Parishioner Pyromania Scuba Up for another mental workout? Check out our collection of tricky brainteasers, riddles, and puzzles here. Or, learn more about your hidden personality traits with these mind-boggling optical illusions.
