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Please call 1800 070 535 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am – 11:30am (AEST) The distillery has announced two decade-old single malts under its Man O'Words and Man O'Sword brands Annandale Distillery has announced the first public release of two 10 Years Old age-statement whiskies The single-cask bottlings are Annandale Man O’Words 10 Years Old Fresh Ex-Bourbon Cask #125 and Annandale Man O’Sword 10 Years Old Fresh Ex-Bourbon Cask #69 It was revived in 2014 by Professor David Thomson and Teresa Church who worked with the late Dr Jim Swan to design the updated distillery using Swab's signature twin copper spirit stills The distillery produces two types of whisky in single-cask releases: Man O'Words its unpeated range named for poet Robert Burns; and Man O'Sword a peated spirit which pays homage to King Robert the Bruce Thomson reflected: “Our primary motivation when restoring Annandale Distillery was to reintroduce the tradition of single malt scotch whisky to the south of Scotland The ambition became to not only revive the distillery but to elevate it beyond its former glory we are incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved We’re excited to have the flexibility to release remarkable age statement single cask each offering true distinction across a variety of casks single malt the simplest way of making whisky but The new 10-year-old releases were both matured in ex-bourbon casks from Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky Annandale says the unpeated Man O'Words has notes of stewed apple while the peated Man O'Sword has flavours of vanilla Annandale Man O’Words 10-Year-Old Fresh Ex-Bourbon Cask #125 (58.8% ABV RRP £110) and Annandale Man O’Sword 10-Year-Old Fresh Ex-Bourbon Cask #69 (57.9% ABV RRP £110) will both be available from 27 March 2025 paragraph publishing ltd.   Copyright © 2025 all rights reserved.   Website by Acora One Mason Police District – Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau have arrested a woman after she robbed a bank in Annandale officers responded to a bank robbery in the 7000 block of Little River Turnpike in Annandale A woman entered the bank and displayed a note to the teller demanding money the note threatened to harm the teller if they did not comply The suspect took cash and fled before police arrival detectives identified a 2017 Honda Civic used by the suspect Detectives responded to the registered driver’s residence and took Vicky Vien Phung Phung was transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and charged with Robbery Download the ‘P3 Tips’ App and follow the steps to “Fairfax Co Crime Solvers.” Please leave contact information if you wish for a detective to follow up with you.      Victim specialists from our Major Crimes Bureau’s Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure the victims are receiving appropriate resources and assistance.  Register your camera with Connect Fairfax County to help FCPD solve crimes call (preferred) or text 9-1-1 (voice and TTY) Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email An Alexandria woman has been arrested in connection with a bank robbery that occurred in Annandale on Monday (April 28) The Fairfax County Police Department alleges that Vicky Vien Phung took just over $1,000 from the Capital One Bank at 7030 Little River Turnpike before fleeing Phung is believed to have entered the bank around noon before approaching a teller with a note demanding money according to the police and scanner traffic the note threatened to harm the teller if they did not comply,” the FCPD said in a news release published yesterday (Tuesday) Phung is believed to have entered the passenger side of a sedan before fleeing the scene FCPD confirmed Wednesday hat she was the only person involved in the robbery Detectives found Phung based on an address registered to a 2017 Honda Civic that was identified as a getaway vehicle in the robbery Phung faces one count of robbery via a threat a felony that carries a maximum of five years in prison if convicted She is scheduled to appear in Fairfax County General District Court on July 21 Phung also faces a maximum of 10 years in prison in a separate case for making a bomb threat She is currently scheduled to appear in Fairfax County Circuit Court in June regarding a deferred sentence as part of a plea agreement though the new charges could influence her penalty in that case Photo via Google Maps A woman made a lucky escape after a fire tore through her Annandale home early this morning but heartbreak struck as one of her dogs didn’t make it out The garden, designed by the late Peter Fudge, was a key element of a 2012 renovation. It features a full-width covered terrace for outdoor dining and a wonderful selection of mid-height trees to provide shade in summer. This leafy retreat would inspire artists of all persuasions. Browse Domain’s property and lifestyle magazines. There’s a large, old frangipani, a Japanese maple, and an old magnolia, as well as clipped hedges and forest pansies that charm with their heart-shaped, burgundy leaves. A pair of built-in sunloungers on swivel arms are perfect for reading a book or stealing an afternoon snooze, and there are two sets of built-in benches plus a built-in barbecue. On the far side of the garden, you’ll find a self-contained studio that garnered several awards for its architect, Welsh + Major. Comprising two adjoining pavilions, sheltered beneath a pair of pitched concrete canopies and connected by a glazed corridor, the studio comes with huge glass sliders that can be opened up to the elements, effectively creating an outdoor room. Heading back to the main house delivers just as many delights. Built in the 1890s, the front of the home preserves the best features of the late Victorian era, from the marble mantels to the decorative plasterwork, high skirtings and picture rails. The ceilings soar to 3.4 metres, and there are polished tallowwood floors. Three of the four bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, and the main features a built-in dresser with a Carrara marble top. The marble theme continues in the skylit en suite, which features a twin vanity and a rain shower. The back room, redecorated by design team Arent & Pyke, hosts the light-filled living spaces. Poplar burl veneer has been used on the island bench cabinetry and banquette seating, and marble and stainless steel add to the eclectic palette. Appliances include a Siemens induction cooktop and Miele wall ovens. A built-in bar table at the end of the island bench allows for chats with the cook. Brightly-painted former church in rural Tasmania is ripe for redevelopment Tiny one-bedroom oceanfront unit at North Bondi sells for $2.3m A gas fireplace provides ambience, but there’s also hydronic heating and air-conditioning. Storage is maximised throughout the home, and there’s a dedicated bike shed in the garden. This feature is part of a Domain Exclusive Package. “This home really casts a spell on you – sitting in that back room looking over the garden is just divine,” Simon Pilcher of Pilcher Residential says. The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate ‘What the hell do you know about Chinese food?’” the prominent Melbourne restaurateur says Remove items from your saved list to add more Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime ShareProminent Melbourne chef and Greek restaurateur George Calombaris has made an unexpected pivot revealing his involvement in a newly opened Chinese restaurant in Sydney’s inner west is located in the Empire Hotel on Parramatta Road in Annandale With Calombaris originally recruited by Public Hospitality and Linchpin now managing Public-linked venues the Empire and Noah’s Backpackers at Bondi Linchpin’s chief executive Terry Soukoulis has had to bat away conjecture that Linchpin is linked to Public “I can categorically deny it [that it is owned or controlled by Public],” Soukoulis says He confirms that backing for the group has come from a foreign bank which Soukoulis says can’t yet be named but will be revealed later Soukoulis also points to properties such as Kings Cross bar Dulcie’s and The Emerald Room in Darlinghurst as venues Linchpin now manages which were never part of the Public Hospitality portfolio Lanterns decorate the retro interior of Double Happy Chinese Restaurant in Annandale.Steven Woodburn“Originally George came up to be a consultant and saw a gap in the market,” Soukoulis says Calombaris oversees the food as Linchpin’s culinary director The menu does not play to his signature Greek cooking taking some unusual cross-cultural zigs and zags with a barbecue pork pizza and crispy tortillas used in its version of prawn toast ‘What the hell do you know about Chinese food?’ ” says Calombaris “We’re doing proper Aussie old-school Chinese food But I’ve surrounded myself with good people Calombaris says the Australian Chinese style of restaurant has a nostalgia that resonates with diners That nostalgia translates to some classic throwback dishes such as lemon chicken and sweet and sour pork “We thought it was the perfect fit for the community,” he says Steamed market fish fillet with a spread of Chinese-inspired dishes from Double Happy’s menu.Alana DimouCalombaris, whose stated ambition once was to head the world’s leading Greek restaurant will be able to lean in on his pedigree in Hellenic cuisine when Linchpin opens two Greek venues in Sydney in autumn as part of its drive into the harbour city Linchpin’s Soukoulis says of the forthcoming launches: “We’ll do a Greek tavern at the Oxford Tavern in Petersham and a Greek wine bar at The Exchange [in Balmain].” Both will open around April or May QT and Qalia) has joined as head of operations and Joanna Sproule (ex-Ovolo and QT) as head of hotels and new development Crispy tortillas are used to make prawn toast at Double Happy.Alana DimouThe group plans to branch into accommodation at the sprawling Noah’s Backpackers building in Bondi which Public Hospitality’s Adgemis snapped up in 2022 for $68 million Linchpin will oversee its transformation into a 60-room boutique hotel The Campbell Parade site will include a takeaway food venue from the furniture to the food and wine,” Soukoulis says The hotel’s new name is yet to be unveiled but Soukoulis confirmed its rooftop will be activated as part of the redevelopment with Soukoulis hopeful it will open before next summer news and the hottest openings served to your inbox Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Luxury car owners across Sydney are waking up to find expensive damage to their vehicles: spray-painted badges on the bonnets Police have launched Strike Force Opelika to investigate damage to luxury cars in Sydney’s east From Annandale in the inner west to Paddington and Darlinghurst east of the city owners of the German-made cars have been left wondering who vandalised their vehicles and why they did so in such an oddly specific way Beyond the distinctive painting of just the bonnet badges the only thing linking the crosstown graffiti spree appears to be the cars’ country of origin The bizarre vandalism has become such a concerning trend that NSW Police has launched Strike Force Opelika to investigate after a number of incidents were reported A string of German-made luxury cars has been targeted Thompson Street and Surrey Street in Darlinghurst were spray-painted Liverpool Street and Glenview Street in Paddington after further reports of damage to luxury vehicles Strike Force Opelika detectives believe the incidents are linked police released an image of a man they believe may be able to help the investigation is seen in the image holding what appears to be a can of spray paint as he approaches a car NSW Police believe this man can help with the investigation into the damaged cars.Credit: NSW Police residents are working to source CCTV or dashcam footage to try to identify the vandal or vandals police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a perpetrator and asking for dashcam footage or any images Anyone with information is urged to contact Kings Cross police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter the only thing linking the crosstown graffiti spree appears to be the cars\\u2019 country of origin Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories DC News Now | DC, Virginia, Maryland News, Weather, Traffic, Sports Live A woman was arrested for robbing a bank in Annandale A look at stories making headlines in D.C. The search for the next pope is set to start on Wednesday white smoke will billow above Vatican City from the Sistine Chapel Prince George's County police are investigating after a man was killed and another was injured in a crash on Riggs Road early Monday morning Free golf lessons were offered in Northeast D.C No one was hurt after over 40 shots were fired in Northwest D.C A teenage boy was killed during an alleged burglary in Spotsylvania A second man was arrested Sunday for a shooting that occurred in Montgomery County A man was arrested for a "hate-related" knife assault that occurred in Northwest D.C A look at stories making headlines in Washington A slow-moving cold front will gradually cross the Mid-Atlantic by Tuesday before we sneak in one quiet weather day on Wednesday before clearing out Friday and into next weekend A driver who allegedly made an illegal U-turn in Annandale last Thursday (April 24) turned out to be wanted for homicide Cameron Alexander Anderson was taken into custody at the intersection of Medford Drive and Lucerne Lane around 8:25 p.m. An officer observed the improper U-turn and conducted a traffic stop before learning that the 19-year-old was wanted in connection to the 2023 shooting death of a 16-year-old outside of a Maryland high school Anderson was one of four teens arrested after Jayda Medrano-Moore was shot and killed blocks away from Duval High School in Prince George’s County A fight broke out between two groups of students as Medrano-Moore walked home from school with her brother, police said. Medrano-Moore was shot after attempting to appeal to the gunman, WUSA9 reported Prosecutors said that Anderson, who was a student at a nearby high school, did not fire the fatal shot, but they claimed he provided the gun and ammunition used in the incident In September, the teen accused of firing the weapon was acquitted on a first-degree murder charge convict 18-year-old Abdurahman Diaby of three other crimes reckless endangerment and use of a gun in a violent crime Anderson faces charges in Maryland for first-degree and second-degree murder which carry potential sentences of decades — and perhaps life — in prison if there’s a conviction he was held without bond at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center and served a warrant charging him with a felony for being a “fugitive from justice,” the FCPD says Image via Google Maps A young boy has been rushed to hospital after his lower leg became impaled under a fence at Annandale North Public School in Sydney's inner west A young boy has been rushed to hospital after his leg became impaled under a school fence in Annandale Paramedics were on Tuesday called to Annandale North Public School on Johnston St about 10am following reports of a child stuck under a fence Crews arrived to find the boy with an injury to his lower leg They freed the children from the fence shortly after their arrival.  He was then transported in a stable condition to Sydney Children’s Hospital A NSW Ambulance spokeswoman told SkyNews.com.au the incident occurred due to boy falling over Charges have been filed against an Annandale man who stabbed and killed his wife during an argument was charged with second-degree murder for killing his wife early Thursday morning law enforcement was dispatched to the 30 block of Knollwood Street West in Annandale at 9:54 a.m after Andersen called 911 to report that he had stabbed his wife Annandale police arrived and unsuccessfully tried to get Andersen to leave the home Officers then entered the home and found Andersen sitting on the steps with his hands on his head Authorities saw a woman on her back on the kitchen floor with blood around her body She was later identified as Andersen’s 82-year-old wife by officials Officers started CPR on the woman’s body and they saw multiple stab wounds on her abdomen Life-saving efforts were unsuccessful and the woman was pronounced dead on scene Police saw a large kitchen knife in the sink that appeared to have blood on it Andersen was brought to the Annandale Police Department where he told officers that he and the woman had been married for more than 65 years and argued often He stated he didn’t know how many times he stabbed his wife but knew he stabbed her at least once Andersen’s next court date is set for Sept Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KSTP via our online form or call 651-646-5555 It seems we can’t find what you’re looking for Spring Valley Drive (Route 2462) between Birch Lane (Route 1142) and Tunlaw Street (Route 3472) will be closed to through traffic Monday according to the Virginia Department of Transportation Those needing to reach properties along Spring Valley Drive will have access but will not be able to go beyond the point of pipe replacement (immediately adjacent to the Birch Lane intersection) in either direction Through traffic will be detoured via Birch Lane and Tunlaw Street back to Spring Valley Drive You can get traffic, work zone and incident information online at 511.vdot.virginia.gov, via the free mobile 511Virginia app or by calling 511 in Virginia anywhere anytime Follow VDOT Northern Virginia on Twitter: @vadotnova Please note that this file is not ADA compliant Get important news about your town as it happens Get the top stories from across our network Are you sure you want to unsubscribe from daily updates She handed over a note — and walked out with cash An Alexandria woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a bank in Fairfax County using a threatening note was arrested Monday after detectives linked her to a robbery at a bank in the 7000 block of Little River Turnpike in Annandale Officers responded to the bank at around noon on April 28 included a threat to harm the teller if they didn’t comply — though no weapon was shown The suspect fled the scene with cash before police arrived Detectives were able to identify a 2017 Honda Civic used during the crime and tracked it to Phung’s residence She was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center Investigators are asking anyone with information about the robbery to contact police Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group AnnandaleWe’re building a new multipurpose sports field next to Chapman Road and The Crescent parklands in Annandale CompletedWorks started in July 2023 and were completed in March 2024. Find out more about the new field The field’s durable synthetic surface means training and play can take place in all weather especially when wet conditions stop play on the grassed surface at nearby Jubilee Oval We’re working to increase the number of playable hours and the variety of play surfaces for different sports facilities across the local area to meet the growing needs of our communities Our current population is more than 250,000 people By 2031 we’ll need the equivalent of 20 more sports fields to meet the sport and recreation needs of our residents This location for the synthetic sports field has big support from local sporting groups and is close to public transport links In 2021, we also rebuilt the playground and skate park in nearby Federal Park These projects are part of our Johnstons Creek masterplan which will create a ribbon of parklands around the Glebe Peninsula