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MEET: Alice FACT FILE AGE: 12 NICKNAMES: Ali and Wally PET: a dog called Coco FAVE COLOUR: pink FAVE SINGERS: Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran FAVE APP: Instagram FAVE ANIMAL: Puppies, dolphins and unicorns (especially unicorns!) FUN FACTS: • I can whistle through my tongue (it sounds like an owl!) • I’m the leader of my class • I was humming songs before I could talk • I can’t live without my mum. She is the wind beneath my wings. All About Me I LOVE SINGING. My first performance was when I was seven and I sang Christmas Carols. Now, I am in two choirs. MY BEST FRIENDS ARE LYDIA AND MILA. Lydia is the only other year seven student in the choir and we both also love acting and…

AN ONLINE STAR IS BORN Cameron Dallas was born in New York, USA and grew up in a place called Chino in California with his mother and older sister. Cameron was just an ordinary kid whose online career began the day he started posting on Instagram. “One of the craziest misconceptions is the fact that I started on Vine,” said Cameron. “Crazy as it seems, I’ve been doing this since 2011 when I started on Instagram.” After quickly gaining a very large amount of followers, Cameron started posting on Twitter, YouTube and eventually Vine in 2013. He began by posting Vines of himself playing jokes and pranks on his friends and family, and by 2015 he had over 8.1 million Vine followers. “The cool thing about this whole experience is…

SHE WAS RAISED IN NEW YORK Peyton was born in Florida, U.S.A but moved to New York when she was four years old. “I loved it. I lived on a street with tons of other kids and we were all best friends. My brother, and I had the best independence to take the subway anwhere.” Later, when she won the role on Disney Channel’s Jessie, Peyton and her family moved to Los Angeles, California. “When I moved to LA at 13 and starting filming Jessie, it was weird having to rely on my mum to drive me around!” SHE KNEW SHE WANTED TO ACT FROM A YOUNG AGE “I fell in love with acting when I was six years old, after seeing Wicked on Broadway,” remembers Peyton. “I remember turning…

MADDIE BOOKS! From teen dance prodigy, Maddie Ziegler comes her uplifting memoir about how she followed her dreams and worked hard to achieve success in both the dance world and life. The Maddie Diaries is Maddie’s very first book and in it she talks about her rise to fame and the lessons she learned along the way. We have five copies of the book, The Maddie Diaries, to give away! HP Sprocket Mobile Printer With the cool new HP Sprocket, you can print photos from your smartphone or tablet as easily as you post them! So you can turn your fave pics from your phone, Instagram, Facebook and Flickr into cute little photos or stickers. You can even edit your pics in the app using filters, stickers, frames, emojis and…

Do you shop, or go to the shops, every chance you get? Y N If you have money in your wallet do you always end up spending it? Y N Do your friends always ask you questions like, “Is that a new top?” Y N Do you ask your parents to take you to the shops at least once a week? Y N Even if you have no money, you love to window shop? Y N Have your parents ever said you spend too much money on shopping? Y N You think shopping is a great way to cheer yourself up. Y N When you do go to the shops, do you always have to buy something? Y N When you buy It GiRL, do you immediately flip to Hot…

ALL ABOUT THE... Walrus The walrus is an Arctic marine mammal which has flippers, a short muzzle, small eyes, tusks and whiskers. Their large front flippers have five digits each. They can turn their back flippers to help them move on land. They can hold their breath under water for up to 30 minutes. They have thick skin and then a layer of blubber which helps keep them warm in the icy water. Walrus tusks are actually their large teeth and they never stop growing. They have between 400 to 700 whiskers. WHY DOES MY DOG ALWAYS SHIVER WHEN IT RAINS? Dogs shiver for a few different reasons. Most dogs shiver when they are cold, to increase their metabolism. Small dogs with short hair tend to shiver the most as…

Despicable Me 3 OUT JUNE 15 Balthazar Bratt is a former child star who has grown up to become obsessed with the character he played in the 80s, and now Gru and his wife Lucy must stop him from achieving world domination. As if that wasn't enough to deal with, Gru also gets into some sibling rivalry when he meets his long-lost charming twin bro'! Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul OUT JUNE 22 Set one year after the events of the last film, Greg Heffley and his brother, Rodrick are off on a family road trip for their grandmother's 90th birthday, but they actually intend on attending a gaming convention so Greg can star in a video! Get set for giggles galore!…

Lilimar talks INSTAGRAM Have you ever looked at someone's Instagram page and wondered how they managed to make it look so pretty? Well, while some people are just super creative, others just stumble across a great idea. Nickelodeon's Lilimar Hernandez is one of those people! Her pretty Insta feed happened by accident! "It actually happened one day when I wasn't trying," explains the star. "I had a rectangular picture I wanted to post, so I put it on a lavender background, just to make it girly, and the app I used to do that, kept automatically doing it to my pictures. I realised my theme and thought it was dope! So, that's how the legacy started! Be sure to check out her cool page: @iamlilimar 5 FUN FACTS ABOUT Olivia…

MEGHAN TRAINOR LIPS ARE MOVIN | MATTY B RAPS Watch Matty B and his crew take on Meghan’s classic hit, Lips Are Movin’! We love this beach scene, complete with a posse of backup dancers. TURN UP THE TRACK | MATTY B RAPS If you’re a Dance Moms fan, you may have seen Jo-Jo, Kalani and Nia star in this collab clip! If not, check it out. It’s super cute! 8 YEAR OLD RAPS LITTLE WAYNE | MATTY B RAPS Okay, lets kick it old-school and take it back to when Matty B started filming YouTube videos. You can’t deny his skills are impressive - and how cute was he when he was eight? SHINE | MATTY B RAPS Matty and his friend, Carson Lueders, join forces and throw a…

LETTER WE LOVE THIS MONTH Hi It GiRL, I am a huge fan of your magazine and have been reading it for about two years now. I never used to take my copy of It GiRL to school because I didn’t want anyone borrowing it and ruining the pages. Then one day one of my friends told me that she wasn’t allowed to buy It GiRL anymore because her dad lost his job and her parents couldn’t afford it. So from then on I always take my mag to school and that way all my friends have a chance to read it too. GRACE, 10, KILMORE, VIC Hi It GiRL, I broke my leg when I fell off my bike so I’m going to be wearing a cast for at…

1 Have big dreams. It sounds cheesy, but girls your age are the future. You are in control of the things you want to achieve and what you want to be when you grow up. 2 STAND UP FOR WHAT YOU BELIEVE IN. If you, or someone you know, is being treated unfairly or being bullied, speak up! Same goes for when you have an opinion - voice it, even if it’s different to everyone elses! 3 DO THE THINGS YOU LOVE. If you love tennis, play tennis. Love to dance? Boogie away! Your hobbies and passions help you unwind and are an important part of who you are. 4 Be yourself. Everyone is different and unique and that’s what makes life so interesting. We all have special qualities, so…

DOVE’S BIG MUSIC PLANS! We’ve yet to hear any debut music from Disney Channel star, Dove Cameron but the actress has revealed that new tunes are on their way. “That’s definitely coming,” she said. “I can’t speak too much on it, but in terms of my first single, it’s definitely going to be exciting... I’m excited to show you who I am on the inside.” Dove has an amazing singing voice, and we can’t wait to hear what her music will sound like. How exciting! MACKENZIE’S WRITING A BOOK! Mackenzie Ziegler is following in her big sister’s footsteps and writing her very first book! The book will be titled, Mackenzie’s Rules for Life: How to be Happy, Healthy, and Dance to Your Own Beat and is due for release in…

HI JACOB, CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR SONG, THE LAST TEXT? “I wrote the whole project in a writing camp with a bunch of amazing writers and The Last Text happened after talking about how usually the last person you text before going to sleep is one of the most important people in your life at the moment.” IN THE SONG YOU SING ABOUT THE HEART EYE EMOJI, WHAT IS YOUR FAVE EMOJI? “The heart eye emoji is actually my favourite, it was part of the inspiration for this song!” SO, TELL US...WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU TEXTED? “It was my mum, actually. I’m super close with my family and when I’m travelling I’m texting my family throughout the day to stay in touch.” WE’RE SO EXCITED ABOUT…

DANCING QUEEN WHAT DANCING HAS TAUGHT HER ABOUT FASHION... “It taught me that what’s comfortable and what’s cool can be the same thing, and that you should get dressed for yourself, not for anyone else... The same way you dance for yourself.” HER BEST FASHION ADVICE.. “Don’t be afraid to wear what you want. A lot of people are like, ‘Oh, my friend won’t like this’ or ‘I don’t know if I’ll be cool if I wear this.’ I think it’s really important to wear what you feel comfortable in.” ON TAKING CARE OF HER SKIN... “It’s always important to keep your skin hydrated and also to make sure it’s clean before bed.” “I’m a beauty guru, I just love all that stuff. I love doing my own make up;…

When it comes to your clothing style, you like: To be an individual. You wear clothes that no one else does and love to add your own individual style to your outfits. Being outrageous. You love bright colours, crazy clothing combinations and accessories! To blend in. You hate standing out so you like wearing your trusty jeans and a t-shirt. Your friends would describe you as being: Shy but sweet. You’re the quietest in your group and you like to keep a low profile. Smart and kind. Your friends all come to you when they need advice. Loud and wild. You’re the loudest in your group and always full of energy. You’re at a karaoke party. You: Grab the mic and start singing Taylor Swift songs really loudly. Join in…

Quick FACTS Cyprus is the third-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and on a map, you’d find Cyprus next to its neighbours Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt and Greece. The national currency is the Euro. The capital city of Cyprus is called Nicosia, and has the highest population of Cypriots out of all the regions on the island.The island is home to two mountain ranges, Troodos and Kyrenia and most people who live in Cyprus speak Greek, with a small minority of citizens who speak Turkish. Fantastic FOODS As Cyprus is located in the middle of the Mediterranean, there are a lot of different influences that makes their cuisine just so yummy! Halloumi cheese and Koupepia (stuffed vine leaves) are commonly enjoyed, as well as an oven-baked macaroni dish similar to lasagne…

• Beauty and the Beast fans, listen up! If there is ever going to be a sequel to the film, Emma Watson is totally keen to play Belle again. "I always thought Belle would become a teacher, and she would run the library in the castle and open it up to the villagers," she revealed. • Speaking of sequels, fans of Disney's Frozen will be happy with the news that Frozen 2 is happening! The film is set for release in November 2019. Hooray! • Becky G, who plays the yellow Power Ranger in the upcoming Power Rangers movie says being in the film is a dream come true. "As kids, my cousins and I played Power Rangers, and I always wanted to be the yellow one. My cousins are…

LATEST MUSIC OUT NOW! Harry Styles Harry Styles ALBUM The debut solo album from One Direction's, Harry Styles features ten songs including his hit single, Sign of the Times. Speaking about his album Harry said, "When we started, I didn't know what it was going to sound like, or what I wanted it to sound like." The verdict? We love it! Miley Cyrus Malibu SINGLE Miley Cyrus has put her wild days behind her and has released one of her prettiest songs to date. The love song is about her fiancé, Liam Hemsworth and it has a laidback vibe to it. "It's been so exciting because this is a song I had written over a year ago and no one knew it was coming!" Such a cool surprise! DJ Khaled…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIRBY! It’s Kirby’s 25th birthday this year and to celebrate Nintendo has announced three new games. One is a downloadable fighting game called Team Kirby Crash Deluxe . Four Kirby characters team up together to take down enemies. Second is a new 3D action-adventure called Kirby’s Blowout Blast. And the third is an unnamed multiplayer action game. All three are for the 3DS. HOMEMADE GAMING Our iOS mobile game of the month is the Aussie made Mallow Drops. It’s a puzzle game where you control a Kiwi bird trying to navigate through 100 stages collecting her lost eggs. However, the trick is you must spin the world around, which changes the direction of gravity, causing items to move position in helpful and hurtful ways. ALL-NEW EVER OASIS Speaking…

Q: WHICH REINDEER HAS THE WORST MANNERS? A: RUDE-OLPH Q: WHAT DID THE HAMBURGER NAME ITS BABY? A: PATTY! Q: WHAT DO ELVES LEARN AT SCHOOL? A: THE ELF-ABET! Q: WHAT KIND OF BIRD CAN WRITE? A: A PEN-GUIN! Q: WHAT KIND OF CATS LIKE TO GO BOWLING? A: ALLEY CATS Q: WHAT DID THE LETTUCE SAY TO THE CELERY? A: QUIT STALKING ME! Q: WHY AREN’T BANANAS EVER LONELY? A: BECAUSE THEY COME IN BUNCHES! Q: WHAT DID THE CLEAN DOG SAY TO THE INSECT? A: LONG TIME, NO FLEA! Q: WHAT WAS THE SCARIEST PREHISTORIC ANIMAL? A: THE TERROR-DACTYL…

PRINT IT  HP SPROCKET, $199, HP.COM.AU/SPROCKET With the HP Sprocket you can print 2x3” photos on sticky-backed photo paper from your phone, Facebook, Instagram and Flickr via the HP Sprocket App. Plus, you can also edit your pics in the app using hundreds of filters, stickers, frames, emojis and even texts. Trust us, this gadget is totally awesome! LOVE IT  DESPICABLE ME MINIONS PARTY GOODS, FROM $2 TO $38, AVAILABLE FROM BIG W, SPOTLIGHT, TOYS R US AND INDEPENDENT RETAILERS Make your next party your best one yet with these fun and oh-so-cute Minion themed goodies from the new Despicable Me 3 party range. It includes, a piñata, balloons, masks, invitations, cups, napkins, and so much more! WANT IT  WONDER WOMAN RANGE, FROM $5 - $60, AVAILABLE AT ALL MAJOR…

BRA DRAMA I was invited to a sleepover for my friend’s birthday and all the girls from my class were there. My mum made me wear a proper bra, even though I’m only 11. I took it off while wearing my PJs, but someone found it and was throwing it around... someone even took a picture of it! I was so embarrassed! My friend has the photo in her album and it’s captioned, “our sleepover mascot”! SERAPHINA, 11, VIC DINNER DISASTER I was out to dinner with my family and I was carrying my tray of food back to my table. When I went to set it down I turned towards the door and saw a boy from my class walk in. I sort of have a crush on this…

CAMILA ON LEAVING 5H Camila Cabello explains why she felt the need to leave Fifth Harmony. “Now is the right time to shift my focus to my solo career,” she explained. “Of course, it wasn’t easy, but I’ve always understood that the whole point of life is being fulfilled and following your dreams. If you don’t feel like you’re doing that where you are, it’s your job to make a change.” ED’S CLOSE CALL! Ed Sheeran could have gone blind as a child. “I have a birthmark on my eye that was turning into glaucoma (which is a type of eye disease), which means I could have gone blind,” Ed revealed. “But I got it lasered off! I’m perfectly imperfect.” Thank goodness for that! INTRODUCING, BEAR PAYNE! Weeks after he…

ANDIMACK PREMIERES MONDAY, JUNE 19 AT 5PM ON DISNEY CHANNEL. ABOUT THE Show On the eve of her 13th birthday, Andi Mack’s life goes from routine to a crazy roller-coaster ride! When her free-spirited older sister, Bex, returns home from travelling the world, she reveals a surprising fact, which changes everything for the Mack family. PEYTON Lee HI PEYTON! TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF! “Hi! I’m 12 years old and in seventh grade. Aside from acting I am also a dancer. I love shopping, cats and New York City.” TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHARACTER, ANDI MACK... “Andi is athletic, but sometimes awkward. Confident, but sometimes shy. Well spoken, but sometimes quiet. This is my favourite part of Andi, because she is relatable to everyone of all ages, everywhere! She…

All About Cancer... BEST QUALITIES: Kindness, social, patient and determined. SYMBOL: The Crab. THE SYMBOL REPRESENTS: Possession, control and caring. BIRTHSTONE: Moonstone and Pearl. BIRTH COLOURS: Blue and silver. ELEMENT: Water. cancer JUN 22 - JUL 22 YOU: If things haven't been going as planned, don't worry. Sometimes life has other ideas for us, so just go with the flow. THIS MONTH: The winter chill has put you in the mood for cosy afternoons on the couch. It's the perfect way to chill out. DESTINY: Planning a birthday party? If so, it will be a huge success. Enjoy it! FAMOUS CANCER: Perrie Edwards. Her birthday is July 10, 1993. leo JUL 23 - AUG 22 YOU: Your friends are awesome, but try to be open to meeting new people and…

Queen Elsa of Arendelle, it’s a pleasure to meet you. "Thank you. It’s very nice to meet you, too." We would love to learn a little more about you. Do you have any hobbies, Your Majesty? "Well, being queen does keep me pretty busy, but when I have some free time, I do enjoy creating things with my snow and ice powers. There’s a fountain in our town square where I make ice sculptures for the townspeople and a part of the courtyard that I often turn into a skating rink." So, would you say that your sister Anna is your best friend? "Absolutely. We were very close when we were little, and we’re even closer now." It must be important to you to have friends and family close by……

ALL THE LATEST DVDS Beauty and the Beast June 21 Belle is a bright and independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle's enchanted staff and learns to look beyond what the Beast looks like and realises the kind heart of the true prince within. LEGO Batman Movie June 28 There are some big changes brewing in Gotham, and if Batman wants to save the city from the Joker's takeover, he may have to try and stop doing everything on his own, try to work with others and maybe, just maybe, learn to lighten up. Red Dog True Blue Out Now When 11-year-old Mick is shipped off to his grandfather's cattle station in a remote region in Western…

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ALL PROMOTIONS 1. Information on how to enter and prizes form part of the conditions of entry. Entry into issue 60 promotions deems acceptance of these conditions of entry. 2. Enter as many times as you wish, but each written entry must be on an original entry form. The competitions commence on 08/06/17 at 9am EST and close on 20/07/17 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 3. Entry is open to all residents of Australia and New Zealand (unless otherwise stated) except employees and immediate families of the promoter and associated companies and agencies unless otherwise stated on the promotion. The promoter is Nuclear Media & Publishing. Phone: (02) 7900-6786. All prizes will be drawn on 21/07/17 at 5pm unless otherwise stated on the promotion. 4. Prizes are…

SO RANDOM! BEING CHASED OR FALLING OFF A HIGH PLACE ARE THE TWO MOST COMMON DREAMS A HEAD OF A BROCCOLI IS MADE UP OF HUNDREDS OF SMALL FLOWER BUDS. BLACK BEARS CAN SLEEP FOR UP TO SEVEN MONTHS WITHOUT EATING OR DRINKING LOL LOL LOL! THIS IS SO CUTE! THANKS TO LIANA FROM CROWS NEST, NSW FOR EMAILING THIS TO US! SEND YOUR  PICS TO: ITGIRL@NUCLEAR.COM.AU We Love Have fun with scented highlighters! Smelly Jellies, $15, available now from Bardot Junior,. bardotjunior.com Seeing DOUBLE! There are lots of famous twins in celebrity land such as Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Dylan and Cole Sprouse and Joel and Benji Madden. But you’d be surprised to learn that some of your fave stars are also one half of a set…