Things about ME!!!!!!!!

Full Name:Douglas John Whitcombe; Date of birth: 2nd June 1979; Hometown:Tokomaru Bay,East Coast; Marital Status: Single;

Nicknames:Dougie,D,Doug,wellyboi,the nice one(no idea why);

Occupation:Shift Assistant - Hospitality/Entertainment; Family:Mum;younger brother Chris;younger sister Sharon; Ethnicity:Maori/ European; Music:Celine,Pink,Linkin Park,Elton John, Britney,Black Eyed Peas,Christina, Aaliyah,Diddy,Gwen Stefani,Avril Lavigne, 30 Seconds To Mars,Snow Patrol,The Killers; Films:The Lord of the Rings Trilogy,Crash,The Departed,Blood Diamond,The Prestige,Whale Rider,Romeo Must Die,Spider-man Trilogy;

Music I'm loving right now: Tell Me! - Diddy featuring Christina Aguilera,Chasing Cars - Snow Patrol, Shadowfeet - Brooke Fraser, Candyman - Christina Aguilera, I Got Money Now - Pink, Leave Me Alone(I'm Lonely) - Pink Sports:Rugby(go crusaders!!!),soccer,swimming,Mountain Biking, Hiking,Abseiling,Rock-climbing,BungyJumping,Water-skiing;

I'm a hardworking guy who always gives the best I can in everything I do.I enjoy doing things with my boyfriend,my family and my friends when I'm not working.I enjoy the outdoors and giving anything a go at least once.

A Boy Wizard, Homer, A Green Ogre, A Pirate Captain..and a Spider - man....Coming to a Cinema near you.......

Harry, Homer, Spidey and Captain Jack are heading to a big screen near you in an upcoming onslaught of blockbuster film releases. The new trailer for the fifth Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix has just been released online and will begin screening in cinemas soon, before the film's July 13 release. But Harry is just one of the stars set to heat up the box office in coming months, in what is expected to be a record year for the film industry. The June-July period is always a busy time for cinemas, as it coincides with the Northern Hemisphere's summer, but this year is expected to be even busier than usual.

The Motion Pictures Distributor's Association said this year was set to be huge with the release of several major film franchises, including the final instalment of Pirates of the Caribbean. Spider-Man 3 will be the first major box office challenger, due for worldwide release next Thursday, May 3. At an estimated US$250 million ($335 million), the film is rumoured to be the most expensive ever made, though producer Laura Ziskin refused to confirm the exact budget of the film. Given the film's two predecessors success - the first grossed US$822 million, the second US$738 million - Spider-Man 3 is expected to more than make up for its extravagant budget. Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End is also expected to draw record crowds when it hits cinemas in New Zealand on May 24th. It's predecessor, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, become the 3rd highest grossing movie of all time last year,

taking in $1.2 billion dollars.Only 1997's Titanic and 2003's The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King have made more. 2007 is set to be a year of sequels, with the release of Shrek the Third on June 7th, Ocean's Thirteen on June 14th, Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer on June 21st , and The Bourne Ultimatum on August 10th. But perhaps the most long-awaited film to reach theatres this year is The Simpsons Movie. After years of rumour and speculation - the idea for a Simpsons feature was first floated in 1990 - the animated movie is in the proverbial can and due for release on July 26. Though the film is not expected to contend with major blockbusters like Pirates or Potter, film industry analysts anticipate it will still draw significant crowds. UPCOMING RELEASES Spider-Man 3 - May 3 Shrek the Third - June 7 Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End - May 24 Ocean's Thirteen - July 5 Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer - June 21 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix - July 12 Transformers - June 28 The Simpsons Movie - July 17 Die Hard 4.0 - Live Free Or Die Hard - July 19

International Day Against Homophobia

International Day Against Homophobia (IDAHO) is celebrated May 17. The international day against homophobia aims to coordinate international events to call respect for lesbians and gays world-wide. Unlike the LGBT Pride Day, which is meant to emphasise proudness of one's sexuality and refusal to be ashamed of it, IDAHO is held to highlight: "... that in reality it is homophobia that is shameful and must be deconstructed in its social logic and fought against openly." May 17 was chosen as the day of the event because homosexuality was removed from the International Classification of Diseases of the World Health Organization (WHO) on May 17, 1990. In 2003 the Canadian organization Fondation Émergence instituted a similar event, the National Day Against Homophobia, on June 1. Belgium followed suit in 2005. Since 2005, IDAHO events have taken place in more than 40 countries. While there are no events held in New Zealand, our Rainbow Labour MP's send their messages of support to IDAHO organisers each year. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1O56kY9-ZY

Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End

In the follow-up to the record-breaking smash 2006 hit PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MAN’S CHEST, we find our heroes Will Turner (ORLANDO BLOOM) and Elizabeth Swann (KEIRA KNIGHTLEY) allied with Captain Barbossa (GEOFFREY RUSH) in a desperate quest to free Captain Jack Sparrow (JOHNNY DEPP) from his mind-bending trap in Davy Jones’ locker—while the terrifying ghost ship, The Flying Dutchman, and Davy Jones, under the control of the East India Trading Company, wreaks havoc across the Seven Seas.

Navigating through treachery, betrayal and wild waters, they must forge their way to exotic Singapore and confront the cunning Chinese pirate Sao Feng (CHOW YUN-FAT). Now headed beyond the very ends of the Earth, each must ultimately choose a side in a final, titanic battle— as not only their lives and fortunes but the entire future of the freedom-loving Pirate way hangs in the balance. Will Captain Jack Sparrow survive?

Anzac Day is remembered around New Zealand.

In Wellington, thousands packed the area in front of the Cenotaph as about 150 veterans and their families led the dawn parade the short distance along Lambton Quay. Former Secretary of Defence Graham Fortune said New Zealanders and Australians needed to remember their joint heritage built over two world wars. He said a shared standard of behaviour had been forged in the World War 1 at Gallipoli and the countries should not go so far in creating their own identities as to forget their shared history. "When we're faced with injustice, we would as a people do what was right despite any resistance," he said. "We and Australia have always worked together in war and peace. We must continue to do so." Two people were arrested in Wellington and charged with offensive behaviour and obstruction after a horn was sounded and a New Zealand flag burned, disrupting proceedings. Internationally renowned Christchurch singer Hayley Westenra sang the national anthem before a pipe band led the marchers off towards Pipitea Marae.

Significance of Anzac Day

On 25 April 1915, eight months into the First World War, Allied soldiers landed on the shores of the Gallipoli peninsula. This was Turkish territory that formed part of Germany's ally, the Ottoman Empire. The troops were there as part of a plan to open the Dardanelles Strait to the Allied fleets, allowing them to threaten the Ottoman capital Constantinople (now Istanbul) and, it was hoped, force a Turkish surrender. The Allied forces encountered unexpectedly strong resistance from the Turks, and both sides suffered enormous loss of life. The forces from New Zealand and Australia, fighting as part of the ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps), played an important part in the Gallipoli campaign. At its beginning, people at home greeted with excitement the news that our soldiers were at last fully engaged in the war. New Zealand soldiers distinguished themselves with their courage and skill, establishing an enduring bond with the Australians they fought alongside. The Gallipoli campaign was, however, a costly failure for the Allies, who after nine months abandoned it and evacuated their surviving troops. Almost a third of the New Zealanders taking part had been killed; the communities they came from had counted the cost in the lengthy casualty lists that appeared in their newspapers. And the sacrifice seemed to have been in vain, for the under-resourced and poorly-conducted campaign did not have any significant influence on the outcome of the war. Although Anzac Day, the anniversary of the first day of conflict, does not mark a military triumph, it does remind us of a very important episode in New Zealand's history. Great suffering was caused to a small country by the loss of so many of its young men. But the Gallipoli campaign showcased attitudes and attributes - bravery, tenacity, practicality, ingenuity, loyalty to King and comrades - that helped New Zealand define itself as a nation, even as it fought unquestioningly on the other side of the world in the name of the British Empire. After Gallipoli, New Zealand had a greater confidence in its distinct identity, and a greater pride in the international contribution it could make. And the mutual respect earned during the fighting formed the basis of the close ties with Australia that continue today.

Anzac Day is Wednesday 25th April.

*Wellington will have Hayley Westenra performing the National Anthem at the Wellington Cenotaph near Parliament.

Bring on Spidey 3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I am holding out for one of this years biggest blockbuster movies and I don't have that much longer to wait.

Spider-man 3 is set to explode on to the bigscreen here in New Zealand on May 3rd and will send your mind in to a major spin.

In the third film, Peter Parker is not only having to deal with his new life with Mary-Jane(MJ), but also with 3 villans who want Spidey gone....forever.

After the oppressive truth about his double life has finally emerged, Peter Parker, aka Spider-Man (Tobey Maguire), is set to start a real relationship with his beloved Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst), but naturally, he will also have to face the resulting consequences. J. Johan Jameson (J.K. Simmons), Parker’s relentless boss, is angered by Mary Jane’s decision to leave his son for the clumsy photographer and hires an investigative reporter named Eddie Brock (Topher Grace) to track Parker and dig up any juicy secrets.

In the meantime, Spider-Man takes interest in an escaped convict named Flint Marko (Thomas Haden Church). After a dreadful mishap transforms him into a shape-shifting sand creature with superhuman strength, Marko becomes Spider-Man’s newest foe, the Sandman.

While at the scene of the accident, a black substance fuses with Spider-Man’s costume, spawning a new hero with superior abilities. As it turns out, he will need all the strength he can get.

It’s not only Mary-Jane that knows Spider-Man’s secret identity, but also his best friend, Harry Osborne (James Franco), who is still bent on destroying Spider-Man after the web-crawler killed his father. Equipped with his dad’s tricks and disguises and partnered with the Sandman, Osborne sets out to create chaos and kill Spider-Man in the process by becoming the New Goblin.

Spider-man faces his biggest challenge in Spider-man 3.....and I can not wait for it to happen.Will this be the end for Peter and Spider-man?

http://www.sonypictures.com.au/movies/spiderman3/site/main.php

Spider-man 3 arrives in New Zealand cinemas on May 3rd 2007.

A new Gay and Lesbian Lifestyle programme starting soon on TVNZ.

Coming soon to TV2: The Outlook, TV2's new gay and lesbian series. The 10-part series is a journey through New Zealands GLBT (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transsexual) culture through the eyes of its biggest gay publication, Express. Part observational documentary series following the challenges Express faces getting to press fortnightly, and part magazine show focussing on the news, events, individuals and stories that are inspirational, interest and affect gays and lesbians in New Zealand. The series also includes a gay programming first with the launch of the The Outlooks young programme makers initiative, "New Outlooks" which has the backing of New Zealand On Air and TVNZ. Offering young or inexperienced programme makers the opportunity have their work shown within the TV series, The Outlook is seeking proposals from filmmakers for a three-to-five minute film about any subject they feel would add to the GLBT experience in New Zealand. Submissions can be for a story about anything provided it has a GLBT perspective - a little known group or event, a new angle on an issue, or a subject matter that needs to be told with a different voice. The successful applicants will be offered a production credit, production expertise and equipment as well as a small fee. The finished work will be clearly marked as such within The Outlook and featured within the pages of Express.

David Beckham voted "Sexiest Dad"..........

David Beckham has been voted the world's sexiest dad in Victoria's Secret's 'What is Sexy? 2007' list. The soccer ace was awarded the title in this year's Victoria's Secret's 'What is Sexy? 2007' list, which also voted Jessica Alba the sexiest actress and Justin Timberlake as sexiest male musician.

The list, announced at a Las Vegas party, was compiled by a team of Victoria's Secret executives, designers and supermodel spokeswomen, including Heidi Klum and Karolina Kurkova. Klum, 33, said: "I still think my husband, Seal, is the sexiest dad for our children, but that's beside the point." Other entertainers and athletes who made the list included Kate Hudson as sexiest mother, while Jay-Z and Beyonce were named sexiest couple. Sienna Miller was chosen for her trendsetting style, Cameron Diaz was voted as having the sexiest legs, while Jennifer Hudson was voted to have the sexiest lips. According to the list, hit US medical drama Grey's Anatomy has the sexiest cast.

International Tour Announcements..............

Ladies and Gentlemen, the wait is finally over!

After months of speculation The Frontier Touring Company are delighted to confirm that the incomparable Ms Christina Aguilera will be coming to New Zealand this July with her "Back To Basics" 2007 Tour.

The "Back To Basics" tour will be New Zealand's very first opportunity to experience the sassy and accomplished four time Grammy Award winner on stage.

The "Back to Basics" Tour will feature a unique stage design that will allow Christina's fans unprecedented access to the stage with unbelievable sight lines. The tour will feature three distinct stage scenes, illuminated by more than 600 moving lights, and a state-of-the-art hydraulic system.

No expense has been spared in the staging of Christina's "Back To Basics" tour with nearly 500,000 kg's worth of production and 130 tour costumes for Christina, her 25 band and dancers.

Christina Aguilera will perform for One Night Only at Auckland's Vector Arena on Wednesday 11 July 2007.Tickets will be on sale from Wednesday 2nd May 2007 from TicketMaster Outlets nationwide.

Gwen Stefani brings "THE SWEET ESCAPE TOUR" to New Zealand on July 26th 2007, where she will play one show at Auckland's Vector Arena. Beginning with her career as the lead singer of the multi-platinum Grammy award winning band No Doubt, Gwen has performed the world over including the Super Bowl halftime show and opening spots for the Rolling Stones and U2. 2007 marks the launch of Gwen's world tour in support of her already platinum new album, The Sweet Escape (released Dec 06), which includes the hit singles "The Sweet Escape featuring Akon" and "Wind It Up."

Alive and kicking, Pink is set to WOW New Zealanders with her boldest show to date! Pink and her band and dancers put on a powerful, hit-packed show with all her signature brash and in-your-face flare, whipped up with her unique blend of soulful funk punk-pop rock and roll! Dominating the stage and performing hit after hit, Pink will lift the roof with tracks such as "Get The Party Started", "Family Portrait", "Just Like A Pill", "There You Go", "God Is A DJ", and her most recent smashes from the hugely successful album I'm Not Dead (SonyBMG): "Who Knew", "U and Ur Hand" and "Stupid Girls". Combining attitude and class, flamenco and burlesque, giant feathers and stripper-gram cops, the show climaxes with the bikini and boot clad daredevil suspended high above the stage leaving the audience screaming for more.Don't miss the truly colourful and wonderful Pink, performing in Auckland in May 2007

Mr Gay Wellington 2007 is........

At 2:27am Sunday morning, 29-year-old Allan-John (AJ) Marsh was crowned Mr Gay Wellington at Imerst Nightclub. Hosted by Lady Trenyce, the pageant featured eight contestants who battled it out in open wear, club wear, swim wear and formal wear, in front of judges James Laverty, TV personality Steven Oates, three time Academy Award winning costume designer James Acheson and the reigning Miss Drag Wellington Arabia. AJ Marsh has been active on the Wellington gay scene for several years. He served as gay student group UniQ Co-President, worked with gay business networking group GAP, and appeared with his Civil Union partner Thomas in a promotional video for the NZ AIDS Foundation. A page of photos from the couple’s 2005 Civil Union is still the most-viewed GayNZ.com page ever. AJ takes over the crown held by James Laverty who has held the title since the last pageant in October 2005 at the now closed Pound nightclub. In second place was Alan the ballet dancer from Newcastle in Australia, and third was leatherboi Chris from Wellington. You can check out photos of AJ and his gorgeous husband Thomas at their civil union website. http://www.ajandthomas.com/index.html

Mr Gay Wellington 2007 - Live from Imerst Wellington

Mr Gay Wellington 2007 will be held at Wellington's new Gay and Lesbian venue....IMERST on Saturday 14 April. It will be hosted by the fabulous Lady Trenyce and will featuring some special performances also.There will be an opening number featuring all the contestants and Lady Trenyce and the new Mr Gay Wellington 2007 will be announced after midnight. For an entry form or more details...... check out http://www.imerst.co.nz Will post pics once I have them. xx

mmm.....What do you do when you want to be with someone so bad....and you can't stop thinking about them?In a non stalker way that is.

What do you do when there is someone you have liked alot for a long time.....and you would do anything to be with them? There is this one special person who I can't stop thinking about.They mean the world to me and I would do anything to make them happy.The thing is......I don't know what to do. Any suggestions? xx Dougie

The Glamazons debut video - Wellington's newest divas.

Hey all..................I am loving the video for the Glamazons music video.It's a drag queen version of Australia's Young Divas music video "It's Happenin All Over Again". I can't get enough of it. It features Wellington divas Natasha Crowe, LaToya JackSin, Victoria and the glamorous Miss Ellie Kat. You can find it on YouTube or go to the Glamazons official website http://www.theglamazons.co.nz and click on the link. I hope you like it too. Anyways.....more next time. xx Dougie