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The whole world mourned the passing of music legend Tina Turner last year, perhaps none more so than Australians, who have always had a special fondness for her. That’s not just because of her star ...

If there's one thing that Aussies just can't resist doing at a wedding—it's the Nutbush. The iconic line dance to the 1973 R&B funk track Nutbush City Limits is an accepted part of Australian culture ...

The pub's dance floor is packed, every surrounding table is occupied, the mood is jovial, and it's not even 8pm. This is line dancing, a trend that has kicked off this year with thousands of buffed ...

The Nutbush, set to its eponymous song and sometimes considered an unofficial national dance, is popular with all ages and has taken on special significance after the singer’s death. By Yan Zhuang ...