The Australian Broadcasting Corporation has made a further move into sport magazine publishing, launching a new title, ABC Football, to coincide with the start of the 2012 football season.

Edited by ABC Radio Grandstand’s Gerard Whateley, and produced by News Custom Publishing, the 120-page annual magazine is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the season aimed at passionate football supporters across Australia. It includes analysis, round-by-round fixtures, statistics, team insights, player profiles, and in-depth feature stories.

With input from experts including David Parkin, Stan Alves, Ken Judge, Mark Maclure, Rod Jameson and Peter Schwab, ABC Football follows in the footsteps of ABC Cricket, now in its 75th year of publication.

“As someone who has collected ABC Cricket magazine since I was a kid, it’s a great thrill to offer a footy equivalent for devotees of the winter game,” said Gerard Whateley. “Hopefully we’ve loaded it with the information we most value to make it the perfect companion to the Grandstand AFL coverage in the months ahead.”

General Manager of News Custom Publishing, David McDonough, said ABC Football was the essential season guide for football supporters. “There’s really no other magazine like it. It has something for every fan, no matter who they support.”

The launch issue of ABC Football goes on-sale February 17, just in time for the first NAB Cup match. It retails for $8.95 and is available at newsagents, ABC Shops, ABC Centres and ABC Shop Online, or from the Herald Sun Shop on 1300 306 107 or heraldsun.com.au/shop.

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Get the latest issue of Lifestyle Pools + Outdoor Design magazine for a host of great ideas on how to move your outdoor space into top gear this summer!

A one-stop resource for the latest information, trends and technologies, the summer issue of Australia’s longest-standing premier pools magazine is bound to keep you entertained and informed.

The latest issue features the best in swimming pool designs from compact pools – little gems for small spaces – to outdoor designs that integrate closely with the home.

We also speak to Olympic superfish Michael Klim about his love affair with water; we look at what makes a swimming pool and its surrounds a masterpiece; discover what spa is best for you; and offer top tips from entertainment experts.

Plus, Lifestyle Pools + Outdoor Design is now online Visit us here It’s the perfect companion guide, featuring a wide range of pool showcases, cutting-edge products, and ideas to make pool design and ownership a breeze.

Visiting our website is also the only way to enter our fabulous summer giveaway – an outdoor setting from DOMO, valued at more than $2000!

Lifestyle Pools + Outdoor Design magazine issue 112 is on sale now for $7.95. Head to your local newsagent, call 1300 306 107 or visit the the Herald Sun Shop for your copy.

A triple j magazine cover depicting chart-topping musician Gotye as a human mirror ball has been named Custom Magazine Cover of the Year in the annual Publishers Australia Excellence Awards.

Published by News Custom Publishing for ABC Magazines, the September 2011 cover of triple j magazine was announced as the winner at a gala event in Sydney.

Inspired by Gotye’s album, Making Mirrors, the cover was designed by the magazine’s art director, Ben Jarvis, and photographed by Cybele Malinowski.

The general manager of News Custom Publishing, David McDonough, said cutting-edge cover concepts were a hallmark of the magazine. “As one of Australia’s leading youth titles, triple j magazine is constantly pushing the boundaries in terms of design. Winning the award affirms this bold approach.”

Liz White, general manager of ABC Publishing, was equally pleased with the win. “ABC Magazines and triple j radio are delighted with this result. The judges especially liked the clever use of mirrors on the cover, and the award recognises a brilliant cover concept which is executed to perfection.”

In addition to winning Custom Magazine Cover of the Year, Ben Jarvis was named runner-up in the Custom Designer of the Year category at the annual awards, which honour the Australian magazine industry’s best and brightest.

A week after triple j magazine’s winning cover went on sale, Melbourne singer-songwriter Gotye’s Making Mirrors was at the top of the ARIA charts, along with its breakthrough single, Somebody That I Used to Know (featuring Kimbra).

triple j magazine is a newsstand title which is published monthly. The next issue is on sale on November 30.

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Create the ultimate alfresco zone, save money with green living and get the most out of your custom build — all with the help of the latest Display Homes magazine.

In this great new issue, we unveil the latest ways to make indoor-outdoor living a joy for you and your family, all year round. We explore how to make the most of the new display home energy ratings, and for those taking on a custom build, we tell you what to plan, what to ask and what to expect during the process.

This inspiring edition is jam-packed with trends in kitchens, entertaining, interiors and even laundries, to help you decorate your new home with flair.

Of course, as the only magazine resource for brand-new home buyers in Melbourne and surrounds, Display Homes is packed full of the best display homes from top builders. Captivating images, detailed floorplans and one-stop contact information make it an essential resource for homebuyers. There is something to suit every budget in this comprehensive guide, from first-homebuyers to extended families.

Issue 29 of Display Homes is now on sale and is just $9.95. Pick up a copy at selected newsagents, visit heraldsunshop.com.au/shop or call 1300 306 107.

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News Custom Publishing has taken a further leap into digital media with the launch of its iPad app for shopping centre giant, Chadstone – The Fashion Capital.

The Fashion Capital iPad app is now available to download, free, on iTunes. Search for ‘Chadstone’ in the iTunes app store.

The iPad edition of the highly successful print publication – established to test the product in the market – features stunning fashion shoots, the hottest trends from premium designers, must-have lifestyle products, fantastic food inspiration and exciting travel destinations. The app is a wonderful showcase of News Custom Publishing’s editorial and design expertise and perfectly delivers the client’s brand message.

Smart navigation and enhanced content, including video and social media integration, now offers Fashion Capital readers even more value.

“News Custom Publishing’s exciting venture into the world of iPad apps demonstrates the company’s creative innovation and capabilities. We love to push the envelope in creating outstanding products for our clients,” says David McDonough, News Custom Publishing’s General Manager and Publisher.

Developing iPad apps is just one of the cutting-edge services offered by News Custom Publishing. The business produces a raft of exceptional quality print magazines and websites – all expertly tailored to deliver powerful brand communications for clients.

“We’re absolutely delighted with the app,” says Mardi Ashkine, Senior Marketing Manager for Chadstone – The Fashion Capital. “We’ve been working with NCP on the print magazine with outstanding results, and the app adds a whole new dimension to the content being created for readers.”

News Custom Publishing is proud to present the Fashion Capital iPad app, demonstrating once again the company’s continuing evolution and progressive approach in an ever-changing media environment.

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“I’m so excited at the opportunity to work with an entity like triple j, one that has meant so much to so many,” Jaymz said.

“Along with generations of other Australian music lovers, I grew up with triple j. So I’m over the moon to be able to work as part of the team at triple j magazine and continue to spread the station’s ethos of ‘We Love Music’. I personally love music more than Andrew W.K. loves to party – so it’s a great fit.”

With a background of eight years at street press publisher Furst Media – including over three years of experience as music editor of Melbourne’s music weekly Beat and having headed up custom published titles such as General Pants:Our People and STU.

“Jaymz’s experience across both the music and custom publishing industries will boost triple j magazine’s great work in showcasing the best music from Australia and abroad – helping people discover new music through triple j and triple j magazine,” said Jo Schulz, NCP’s Head of Content.

The first edition under Jaymz’s helm will be the September issue, on sale August 24.

Homeowners are passionate for tips on how to improve their properties — in most cases home ownership represents the most prized investment in many of our lives. 

Lifestyle Pools + Outdoor Design magazine helps satisfy that hunger. It’s a one-stop resource for up-to-date information and inspiration for the increasingly popular ‘outdoor room’ or outdoor kitchen, the swimming pool and surrounds. The backyard family BBQ around the pool has reached new heights and expectations in the entertaining stakes.

Now in an impressive larger format, the magazine continues to be an invaluable resource. It showcases the best in swimming pools and outdoor entertaining,
from new build projects to renovations.
With fresh, easy-to-navigate sections, the title covers the inspirational and
the practical in pool design and outdoor surrounds, offering in-depth editorial
with advice from industry experts.

The Showcase segment, now grouped together for easy access, is a practical guide loaded with ideas. There’s a host of stunning designs for all budgets — some constructed on vacant sites to those perched on cliff tops with limited access for machinery.

You’ll find detailed information on the latest technologies in the new Essentials section and rich editorial covering topics such as backyard biodiversity, the integrated home/poolscape, easy tips to living green in your backyard, to how to extend the swimming season and pool maintenance through the cooler months. Along with the re-design and new formatting, the magazine now has its own website at lifestylepools.com.au.

Issue 111 of Lifestyle Pools + Outdoor Design magazine is on sale now for $7.95. Pick up a copy at your local newsagent, call 1300 306 107 or visit the heraldsunshop.com.au/shop. 

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Relish in your own master bedroom of hotel-style proportions thanks to stunning visual inspiration and clever advice from industry experts. Private balconies, luxurious ensuites and Carrie Bradshaw-style walk-in robes could all be yours to enjoy.

Also in the revitalised 28th issue, discover how to pet-proof your new interiors, decorate with an artisan touch using products designed in Melbourne and get the latest news on space-saving storage solutions.
Of course, as the only magazine resource for brand-new home buyers in Melbourne and surrounds, packed full of the best display homes from top builders. And thanks to the magazine’s stunning new design, these great homes are shown off in full detail.

Inspiring images, detailed floorplans and one-stop contact information make it an essential resource for homebuyers. There is something to suit every budget in this comprehensive guide, from first-homebuyers to extended families. 

Display Homes is on sale May 25 and is just $9.95. Pick up a copy at selected newsagents, visit the heraldsunshop.com.au/shop or call 1300 306 107. 

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News Custom Publishing (NCP) relaunched Chadstone – The Fashion Capital’s premium fashion and lifestyle magazine in March.

A total of 100,000 copies of the biannual glossy magazine Fashion Capital are distributed directly to customers’ homes, as well as in-centre. An additional program of mini-magazines will be inserted into key News Limited titles throughout the year to complement the 100-page March and September magazines.

“As the only customer magazine exclusively showcasing Chadstone’s in-centre retail experience, the magazine will be an invaluable resource for consumers who shop regularly at Chadstone and will tempt occasional customers to visit Chadstone more often,” NCP’s General Manager David McDonough said.

Chadstone’s magazine was previously published in conjunction with Colonial First State Global Asset Management’s two other key shopping centres, Sydney’s Chatswood Chase and Brisbane’s Queens Plaza.

Customer research recently conducted by Chadstone revealed that Melbourne shoppers preferred a traditional magazine approach over digital-only communications.

“A magazine format has been identified as an important medium to showcase Chadstone’s breadth and depth of product offer, centre events and promotions as well as supporting The Fashion Capital brand proposition,” said Chadstone’s Centre Manager Daniel Sutton.

 “The all-new Fashion Capital magazine will not only be a valuable seasonal fashion guide and inspiration for the dedicated fashion shopper but also a lifestyle magazine with a broader appeal, designed to deliver benefits to a wider range of Chadstone retailers than ever before.”

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Check out the behind the scenes footage from the latest fashion shoot! 

Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) has renewed News Limited’s News Custom Publishing (NCP) as the official program publisher for the Formula 1™ Australian Grand Prix and Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix.

The partnership will see NCP publish the Formula 1™ Australian Grand Prix and Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix programs from 2011 to 2013.

As Australia’s premier sports event program publisher, NCP has been the AGPC’s official program partner since 1998. NCP General Manager David McDonough said he was very excited to have been chosen as the official program publisher.

“Our long history in successfully producing and distributing official programs is enhanced by our ability to facilitate promotional support for these events through the wider News Limited network,” Mr McDonough said.