Kath and Kim News

Bob Carr in his opus on books My Reading Life asked the question: do some art forms reach a high water mark and exhaust themselves? Like opera in the 19th century, or Shakespeare's plays? The actor Peter Rowsthorn expressed a similar sentiment when reflecting on his part in Oscar Wilde's classic play The Importance of Being Earnest .

Riley, who plays Kim in the TV show alongside Jane Turner is preparing for further treatment described as "insurance'' to ensure she returns to full health.

In the film Goddess , Magda Szubanski portrays a gutsy woman taking life by the horns - a fitting role for the actress who, until only a year ago, kept her sexuality out of public view.

Peter Rowsthorn is relishing the prospect of some company on stage when he steps out with the Black Swan State Theatre Company this weekend.