Aroha Robinson is a New Zealand singer and was a contestant on NZ Idol season three. Robinson was eliminated from the competition and placed third. Her grandfather was her inspiration for singing, but he passed away not long after. At the moment, she is working on a diploma for fashion design. She said "I want to wear my own clothes while I sing".
Aroha was known for her lack of emotion while she performed on NZ Idol, but the judges thought she had one of the better voices in the competition.
Idol Performances
* Top 18: I'll Be There - Mariah Carey/Jackson 5
* Top 10: River Deep, Mountain High - Aretha Franklin
* Top 9: Purple Rain - Prince
* Top 8: From This Moment On - Shania Twain
* Top 7: Circle Of Life - Elton John
* Top 6: I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
* Top 5: That Don't Impress Me Much - Shania Twain (Btm 2)
* Top 4: Watchin you -Ardijah & Lifeline -B Fraser (Btm 2)
* Top 3: Dance With My Father - Luther Vandross & Let's Stay Together - Al Green (Eliminated)
Aroha was known for her lack of emotion while she performed on NZ Idol, but the judges thought she had one of the better voices in the competition.
Idol Performances
* Top 18: I'll Be There - Mariah Carey/Jackson 5
* Top 10: River Deep, Mountain High - Aretha Franklin
* Top 9: Purple Rain - Prince
* Top 8: From This Moment On - Shania Twain
* Top 7: Circle Of Life - Elton John
* Top 6: I Wanna Dance With Somebody - Whitney Houston
* Top 5: That Don't Impress Me Much - Shania Twain (Btm 2)
* Top 4: Watchin you -Ardijah & Lifeline -B Fraser (Btm 2)
* Top 3: Dance With My Father - Luther Vandross & Let's Stay Together - Al Green (Eliminated)
Several models in the Nikon Coolpix series of digital cameras suffer from a recurring SYSTEM ERROR message, which ostensibly appears when dust, grime, or other foreign matter obstructs the mechanical workings of the camera lens. The error appears as soon as the camera turns on, and it prevents the user from taking pictures or, in some cases, fully retracting the lens assembly. Instruction manuals and the Nikon technical support line invariably say that the error is not user serviceable, and that the only course of action is to send the afflicted camera to Nikon for service. Repair estimates range from 80 to $200, not including cost of shipping and insurance, and can take weeks. For older or less expensive models, it can be more cost effective to simply buy a new camera.
Some consumers report that merely smacking the back of the camera fixes the problem, though at the obvious risk of causing further damage. Others report success disassembling the camera themselves; however, this requires technical skill and voids the warranty.
The Coolpix SYSTEM ERROR is akin to Canon's dreaded E18 error.
Some consumers report that merely smacking the back of the camera fixes the problem, though at the obvious risk of causing further damage. Others report success disassembling the camera themselves; however, this requires technical skill and voids the warranty.
The Coolpix SYSTEM ERROR is akin to Canon's dreaded E18 error.
Natalie Zahra (born April 24, 1988), was a contestant of the top 13 in Season 3 of Australian Idol. At her audition in Queensland, she touched the judges (Mark Holden, Marcia Hines, Kyle Sandilands) she performed "Somewhere Over The Rainbow" from the musical The Wizard of Oz. At 17 years of age, she made it into the top 13. She was eliminated from the competition on 19 September placing her in 11th position.
She is also of Maltese descent.
Biography
Natalie is a country girl from Innisfail, Northern Queensland. Before her Australian Idol journey, she was a singing teacher and taught students of all ages while also attending Innisfail State High School.
Australian Idol
Natalie first auditioned in front of the hosts of Australian Idol (Andrew G and James Mathison) in Cairns. She was then taken in front of the judges to perform once again. All three judges were deeply affected, and she was admitted into the series.
Natalie then travelled to Sydney to perform in the top 150. Once again the judges were stunned by her performance of "If I Ain't Got You" by Alicia Keys.
She then performed in her trio in the top 75 and made it through. Soon after, she did her stage performance in the top 55. She later found out, that she was part of the top 30.
In the top 30, Natalie once again impressed the judges by singing "When You Believe" by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. The Australian public seemed to be impressed too after she was one of 3 talented singers voted into the top 13 (Dan England and Lee Harding were also voted through that night).
On Natalie's first top 13 performance (Australian Made Theme), Natalie performed "Absolutely Everybody" by Vanessa Amorosi which, coincidentally, was written by Mark Holden. On the Live Verdict the next day, Natalie waited nervously on the couch, only to be told that she was safe for the night.
A week later, on '60s night, Natalie chose to sing a classic by Martha & The Vandellas, "Dancing In The Street." According to the judges, her performance wasn't up to scratch. The next night, Andrew G announced that she was part of the bottom 3 (Laura Gissara and James Kannis were the other two). Andrew announced that James was safe leaving Natalie and Laura in great tension. "The contestant leaving the competition tonight," announced Andrew, "is Natalie Zahra." Natalie was then asked to sing for the last time.
Australian Idol Performances
*Cairns/Brisbane Auditions: Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Judy Garland
*Theatre Round Day One: If I Ain't Got You by Alicia Keys
*Theatre Round Day Two: Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles (with Diana Campese & Angelina Rizzeri)
*Theatre Round Day Three: Beautiful Disaster by Kelly Clarkson
*Top 30 (Group 3): When You Believe by Mariah Carey & Whitney Houston
*Top 13 (Australian Made): Absolutely Everybody by Vanessa Amorosi
*Top 11 (60's Hits): Dancin' In The Street by Martha Reeves
After Idol
After Australian Idol Natalie travelled to Melbourne to visit family and met up with a Melbourne based producer/songwriter by the name of 'Jhay C' who immediately saw the potential in her. The two hit it off in the studio and have created three hot tracks within the space of one week. The first single, "Essence Of You", earned her an award at the recent Musicoz Awards. She won the award for "The Legit Music Development Best R&B Artist".
She is also of Maltese descent.
Biography
Natalie is a country girl from Innisfail, Northern Queensland. Before her Australian Idol journey, she was a singing teacher and taught students of all ages while also attending Innisfail State High School.
Australian Idol
Natalie first auditioned in front of the hosts of Australian Idol (Andrew G and James Mathison) in Cairns. She was then taken in front of the judges to perform once again. All three judges were deeply affected, and she was admitted into the series.
Natalie then travelled to Sydney to perform in the top 150. Once again the judges were stunned by her performance of "If I Ain't Got You" by Alicia Keys.
She then performed in her trio in the top 75 and made it through. Soon after, she did her stage performance in the top 55. She later found out, that she was part of the top 30.
In the top 30, Natalie once again impressed the judges by singing "When You Believe" by Mariah Carey and Whitney Houston. The Australian public seemed to be impressed too after she was one of 3 talented singers voted into the top 13 (Dan England and Lee Harding were also voted through that night).
On Natalie's first top 13 performance (Australian Made Theme), Natalie performed "Absolutely Everybody" by Vanessa Amorosi which, coincidentally, was written by Mark Holden. On the Live Verdict the next day, Natalie waited nervously on the couch, only to be told that she was safe for the night.
A week later, on '60s night, Natalie chose to sing a classic by Martha & The Vandellas, "Dancing In The Street." According to the judges, her performance wasn't up to scratch. The next night, Andrew G announced that she was part of the bottom 3 (Laura Gissara and James Kannis were the other two). Andrew announced that James was safe leaving Natalie and Laura in great tension. "The contestant leaving the competition tonight," announced Andrew, "is Natalie Zahra." Natalie was then asked to sing for the last time.
Australian Idol Performances
*Cairns/Brisbane Auditions: Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Judy Garland
*Theatre Round Day One: If I Ain't Got You by Alicia Keys
*Theatre Round Day Two: Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? by The Shirelles (with Diana Campese & Angelina Rizzeri)
*Theatre Round Day Three: Beautiful Disaster by Kelly Clarkson
*Top 30 (Group 3): When You Believe by Mariah Carey & Whitney Houston
*Top 13 (Australian Made): Absolutely Everybody by Vanessa Amorosi
*Top 11 (60's Hits): Dancin' In The Street by Martha Reeves
After Idol
After Australian Idol Natalie travelled to Melbourne to visit family and met up with a Melbourne based producer/songwriter by the name of 'Jhay C' who immediately saw the potential in her. The two hit it off in the studio and have created three hot tracks within the space of one week. The first single, "Essence Of You", earned her an award at the recent Musicoz Awards. She won the award for "The Legit Music Development Best R&B Artist".
Wylie Chen is the Senior Manager for Operations and Accountability in the CDF Freedom Schools Division at the Children's Defense Fund (CDF) in Washington, DC.
CDF Freedom Schools are literacy and cultural enrichment summer and after-school programs CDF operates in partnership with community based organizations. Modeled after the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) led 1964 Mississippi Freedom Summer, CDF Freedom Schools have served more than 60,000 families across the United States since 1995.
Background
Wylie previously served as Director of CDF's Student Poverty Reduction Outreach (SPROUT) Program and as National Youth and Student Outreach Coordinator. He was an Angie Martin Public Interest Fellow at the Advocacy Institute, directed a summer English program at Da Hua High School in Taiwan, worked for US Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon, and has contributed to numerous local, state and national political campaigns. He presently serves as a Commissioner for the to advise the Mayor of Washington DC on the interests of DC's APIA communities, and is a member of the .
As an undergraduate student at the University of Oregon (UO), Wylie worked on issues ranging from women's rights to access to education. As the Student Body President of UO, he successfully fought to keep low-income students on the Oregon Health Plan, increased campus funding for Child Care for student parents and advocated to increase the recruitment and retention of students and faculty of color on campus.
Education
Wylie received a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Planning, Public Policy and Management, with minors in Women's Studies and Business Administration from the University of Oregon, and holds a Masters in Education from Harvard University in Administration, Planning and Social Policy.
CDF Freedom Schools are literacy and cultural enrichment summer and after-school programs CDF operates in partnership with community based organizations. Modeled after the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) led 1964 Mississippi Freedom Summer, CDF Freedom Schools have served more than 60,000 families across the United States since 1995.
Background
Wylie previously served as Director of CDF's Student Poverty Reduction Outreach (SPROUT) Program and as National Youth and Student Outreach Coordinator. He was an Angie Martin Public Interest Fellow at the Advocacy Institute, directed a summer English program at Da Hua High School in Taiwan, worked for US Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon, and has contributed to numerous local, state and national political campaigns. He presently serves as a Commissioner for the to advise the Mayor of Washington DC on the interests of DC's APIA communities, and is a member of the .
As an undergraduate student at the University of Oregon (UO), Wylie worked on issues ranging from women's rights to access to education. As the Student Body President of UO, he successfully fought to keep low-income students on the Oregon Health Plan, increased campus funding for Child Care for student parents and advocated to increase the recruitment and retention of students and faculty of color on campus.
Education
Wylie received a Bachelor's degree (BS) in Planning, Public Policy and Management, with minors in Women's Studies and Business Administration from the University of Oregon, and holds a Masters in Education from Harvard University in Administration, Planning and Social Policy.