S1 Ep1579: Hills Beekeeper Wins National Award
Adelaide Hills-based beekeeper Jake Leske has won the inaugural Australian Honey Bee Industry Council (AHBIC) Australian Beekeeper Award. The 30-year-old joins Jennie Lenman to talk about his work, award and philosophy in the industry.
7m Jun 17, 2022
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S1 Ep1579: Reveg Festival to Recover from Recent Bushfires
Bushfire recovery staff from the Hills and Fleurieu Landscape Board are busily preparing for the third installment of a popular annual plant giveaway. This year’s ‘Reveg Festival’ on Saturday 25 June in Woodside will provide over 20,000 native seedlings to landholders whose properties were affected by the 2019 Cudlee Creek bushfire, as well as those impacted by the 2021 Cherry Gardens bushfire...
8m Jun 17, 2022
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S1 Ep1579: Recognising Mental Wellbeing in Babies
We're being encouraged to consider the mental wellbeing of babies this Infant Mental Health Week. As babies do not have the capacity to talk, how do parents and caregivers identify if they have a mental health problem? The Director of Emerging Minds, Brad Morgan, joins Jennie Lenman to share some insight into the issue and talk about the GP framework e-learning course (https://emergingminds.c...
7m Jun 17, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1578: Choosing A Birth Year Vintage - Glenn the Wine Guy
A great way to celebrate a milestone like an 18th birthday is to gift your loved one a bottle of wine from the vintage of their birth year. But if you're planning to buy the wine around the time of birth or several years in advance, how do you ensure it is still good by the time the birthday rolls around? Glenn Malycha from WinePro joins Jennie Lenman to share some tips.
6m Jun 15, 2022
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S1 Ep1578: Mt Barker's Future Food, Environment & Development
As the population increases in Mount Barker and communities grapple with the skyrocketing cost of living, some of the best thinkers, scientists and local leaders will come together this month to discuss issues and solutions to challenges in the food, nature and energy sectors. Mayor Ann Ferguson joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about the Dynamic State Summit (June 23-24), as well as...
10m Jun 15, 2022
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S1 Ep1577: Eddie Perfect on the Power of Music
Amidst Australia’s worsening mental health crisis, a new TV series 'Space 22 (https://iview.abc.net.au/show/space-22) ' looks at the growing call for art as a social prescription to support mental health care.   The series follows seven strangers, each with their own lived experience of mental ill health, as they take part in an ambitious experiment to test if the simple act of creativity can h...
8m Jun 14, 2022
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S1 Ep1577: A Youth Perspective on Year 12 & Beyond - Cheska from Murray Bridge
When you're finishing highschool, there's a world of possibility out there for you, which can be both terrifying and exciting. The Rural City of Murray Bridge's 2022 Young Citizen of the Year Cheska Nacario joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about her experience as a year 12 student in today's modern world.
8m Jun 14, 2022
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S1 Ep1576: SA's Future Earthquake Threat
South Australia could be in for more powerful earthquakes in future. Geoscience Australia Earthquake Geologist Dr Dan Clark has been digging trenches along SA's Willunga fault line, looking for evidence in the geological record of earthquakes approximately 6.5 to 7.2 magnitude. He joins Jennie Lenman to share what he's discovered.
8m Jun 09, 2022
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S1 Ep1576: Mayor Moira Jenkins Talks Winter WhaleFest
Winter WhaleFest commences this Saturday 11 June in Victor Harbor. Following a great start to whale season with several Southern Right Whales and a calf spotted in the Fleurieu Peninsula, the month and a half long celebration will include free and ticketed activities at Warland Reserve, the Victor Harbor Library, Victa Cinema and the Coral Street Art Space. Victor Harbor Mayor Moira Jenkins j...
7m Jun 09, 2022
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S1 Ep1575: Zero G Network Proposes Tech Free Sanctuaries
There's a new initiative aiming to protect a range of areas in the great outdoors from phone reception and other technological distractions. The Zero G Network (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.greatnorthern.com.au/zerog__;!!I4-A-Ka37P_tdG87G6fIVNE!fBlNLyUzQ7-vve-zxAWG9RVDblW7zp6CMUezaefB9GuNXm18aVufh_6BlAwtNfSPNw6pMuBVcmkpORjGASc$) is a project by Great Northern, which includes a petit...
5m Jun 07, 2022
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S1 Ep1575: 78th Anniversary of D-Day & Battle of Normandy
On 6 June 1944, the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy marked the first step in the Allied liberation of Europe from Nazi occupation during WW2. The D-Day landings involved the largest armada of ships ever assembled and more than 10,000 supporting aircraft, including around 3200 Australian service men and women. Thousands more Australians would serve during the Normandy campaign and beyo...
8m Jun 07, 2022
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S1 Ep1574: Search & Rescue Training for Air Force Cadets
A full-scale search and rescue exercise will be undertaken by the Australian Air Force Cadets the Northern Hills this weekend (4-5 June). If you see distress flairs or hear any commotion in Mount Crawford, its just a drill. Commanding Officer Brock Le Cerf joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss.
4m Jun 03, 2022
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S1 Ep1574: Adrian Pederick MP Responds to Budget
The State Budget has been handed down for the financial year ahead. A significant investment is being made in health, ambulance stations, particularly through the Hills Fleurieu region. But how has the electorate of Hammond fared? Particuarly from the perspective of the Opposition party? Liberal Member for Hammond, Adrian Pederick, joins Jennie Lenman to share his thoughts.
8m Jun 03, 2022
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S1 Ep1573: Chef Mark Best Celebrates Food from the Murraylands
Internationally renowned chef Mark Best has recently enjoyed a tour through the Murraylands with Africola's head-chef Duncan Welgemoed. The pair were in the region over a few days to meet local producers as part of the federal 'Agri Food Tourism Development (AFTD)' Program delivered by RDA Murraylands and Riverland.  During his trip, Mark had a chance encounter with an old teacher who had tau...
8m Jun 02, 2022
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S1 Ep1573: Mt Barker Town Square Developers Respond to Feedback
Burke Urban is working with Mount Barker Council to build a once-in-a-generation town square project in the heart of the growing hills town. The vacant block adjacent to Morphett St and Hutchinson St will be transformed in future with a new square and Civic Centre, an Innovation Hub and possibly a library. There'll also be commercial retail, hospitality and accommodation services within the co...
8m Jun 02, 2022
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S1 Ep1572: Deadly Nannas Celebrate Language, Culture & Reconciliation
Deadly Nannas (https://www.facebook.com/Deadly-Nannas-Nragi-Muthar-363711080953996) are a group of Ngarrindjeri women in Murray Bridge, who along with two ‘kringkri ma:dawar’ (white sisters) come together to perform songs in Ngarrindjeri and English. Their mission is to spread and empower a positive message to the community. They are performing at a free community event at Adelaide’s Pinky Fl...
7m Jun 01, 2022
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S1 Ep1571: A Youth Perspective on Social Media - Narelle from Nildottie
Life has been different since social media came along, almost 20 years ago. The communication tool is a great way to stay connected and entertained, but it also has its downsides, including its addictive qualities and its affect on body image. Fifteen-year-old Narelle from Nildottie joins Jennie Lenman to share her thoughts.
8m May 31, 2022
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S1 Ep1570: How Drakes is Fighting Food Waste
Each year Australia wastes around 7.6 million tonnes of food across the supply and consumption chain. While some major players could do a lot more to reduce their waste, some companies are taking great initiative to lead the charge, including Drakes Supermarkets in SA. Tim Cartwright, General Manager for fresh foods at Drakes joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the work and how consumers can help.
8m May 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1570: COTA’s Visitors Program Tackles Loneliness
There's a call-out for Hills Fleurieu volunteers to take part in COTA SA's Visitors Program. Jane Mussared Chief Executive of COTA SA, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the program and to provide an update on the Fleurieu Neighbourhood Network (https://cotasa.org.au/programs-and-services/fleurieu-neighbourhood-network) .
6m May 30, 2022
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S1 Ep1569: The Value of Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy can help people suffering with addictions, mental health conditions, pain and insomnia, simply using the power of the mind. Former nurse and teacher, Val Braendler, is now a hypnotherapist and has seen some people transform from her work. The practitioner from Soul Body Pain Therapy in Murray Bridge joins Jennie Lenman to have a chat about it.
7m May 27, 2022
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S1 Ep1568: Alexandrina Mayor Talks Budget, Sugars Beach, Goolwa Wharf & New Developments
Alexandrina Council adjourned any decision on its draft annual budget last week amid a flurry of comments hinting at a significant rate hike for ratepayers. They have taken time out to reconsider and are coming back to the public with a revised draft for Community Consultation between 27 May and 17 June. Mayor Keith Parkes says the revision could include fewer major projects. He joins Jennie...
8m May 26, 2022
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S1 Ep1568: Woman Walks 50K to Support Sister with MS
Murray Bridge mum Rhiannon Blue has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) just ahead of her 40th birthday. MS strikes young people in the prime of their lives. The average age of diagnosis is only 30 years old, and there is no known cure. Rhiannon's sister Elouise Stalenberg is raising awareness and money for the MS Society to help find a cure, by walking 50km from Blanchetown to Swan R...
8m May 26, 2022
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S1 Ep1567: Glenn the Wine Guy Celebrates National Wine Day
May 25 is National Wine Day, a time to celebrate vinos of all varieties from our great country. With South Australia punching well above its weight, Jennie Lenman thought she'd call Glenn the Wine Guy (aka Glenn Malycha, Director of Wine Pro) for some recommendations. 
7m May 25, 2022
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S1 Ep1567: The Connection Between Gut & Mind
There is growing research suggesting gut health and mental health are connected. Ahead of a free community session on the topic at Focus One Health in Murray Bridge on June 7, nutritionist Lynley Seaman joins Jennie Lenman for a chat. The session will be held on Tuesday 7 June - 6:00pm at the Murray Bridge Community Centre. To register, click on this Eventbrite link (https://bit.ly/37UUuf3) o...
9m May 25, 2022
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S1 Ep1566: How 'Leverage' Could Help Fix Relationships
According to life coach Jaemin Frazer, ‘Don’t change the people you love’ is terrible advice.   In his controversial new book, "Leverage - How to change the people you love for all the right reasons and get the relationships you deserve", he argues that to prevent our relationships descending into maximum-level annoyance, not only is adjusting and improving the behaviour of those you love appr...
9m May 24, 2022
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S1 Ep1566: SA Man Kayaks Entire River Murray for Good Cause
Joshua West has kayaked along the entire mighty Murray River to raise awareness of mental health and raise funds for the Black Dog Institute. The Barossa-based adventure-seeker joins Jennie Lenman following his whirlwind 58-day journey, to discuss the trip, the highs, the lows and some moments of peaceful reflection. Follow Josh's adventures on his Facebook page Trekking West (https://www.fac...
6m May 24, 2022
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S1 Ep1565: Free Legal Advice for Military Veterans & their Families
A free legal service is available to help military veterans and families who want to make a submission to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide. It is also available for those who need help on a range of legal issues. The Commission is now accepting submissions until October 13 2023, rather than June this year. Legal Services Commission CEO Gabrielle Canny joins Jennie Lenman...
4m May 23, 2022
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S1 Ep1565: Call for Citizen Scientists this World Turtle Day
Monday 23 May is World Turtle Day, an initiative honouring the extraordinary species of turtles and tortoises globally. Many species around the world are threatened with extinction; the freshwater turtles of the Lower Murray are no exception. Professor Mike Thompson joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the fascinating species and how locals can help ensure the future of the species, with the 1 Mill...
9m May 23, 2022
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S1 Ep1564: The Marvellous World of Bees
Did you know bees help grow 90% of the world’s wildflower plants and that 35% of the world’s crops depend on the little pollinators to grow? On World Bee Day (20 May), Trisha Blanks from the Beekeepers Society of South Australia, joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the benefits of bees and what we can do to protect them. Trisha also will be taking part at the Mt Pleasant Farmers Market tomorrow...
8m May 20, 2022
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S1 Ep1564: Mt Pleasant Farmers Market to Celebrate Bees
Friday 20 May is World Bee Day, a global celebration of hard-working little pollinators that play a vital role in our ecosystems. The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market will celebrate tomorrow (Sat 21 May 9am-12pm Sat) with activities and talks, honey and other products to buy and entertainment for the family.  Chelsea Honner, Co-manager of the Market, joins Jennie Lenman for a brief chat about wh...
2m May 20, 2022
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S1 Ep1563: Call for More Allied Health Providers in Regions - Community Living Australia
Community Living Australia (http://www.claust.com.au/) has been receiving feedback from clients that there is a very limited amount of Allied Health Service providers in our regional towns. Mark Kulinski, Chief Executive, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the gap and opportunity in the market.   You can contact Community Living Australia on 8536 5858 or visit their website www.claust.com.au (h...
7m May 18, 2022
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S1 Ep1563: Hilarious Horrible Histories in Adelaide & the Fleurieu
SA’s fabulous history buff Keith Conlon is lifting the lid on SA's past on the South Coast this weekend. Ahead of the Normanville Hotel 'Hilarious Horrible Histories' event on Saturday 21 May at 7.30pm, he joins Jennie Lenman to share some some stories.
12m May 18, 2022
12m
S1 Ep1562: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Jacob Van Raalte - Liberal Democrats
Jacob Van Raalte (https://www.ldp.org.au/bio_jacob_van_raalte) is running for the Liberal Democratic Party in Mayo. Originally hailing from the Adelaide Hills, the Milang resident is an arborist and Libertarian who stands by the motto of his party to "deliver less government and more freedom".  He joins Jennie Lenman to discuss government restrictions during the pandemic, taxes, Medicare and ...
10m May 16, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1562: Meet the Barker Candidate - Maddy Fry - Independent
Maddy Fry (https://www.facebook.com/MaddyFryIndependent) is an Independent candidate for the Federal seat of Barker. After losing her job in community services due to vaccine mandates, the Mount Gambier local joined up as a committee member with Limestone Coast Pro Choice and protested against mandates and Government restrictions at the Convoy to Canberra. She joins Jennie Lenman to discuss h...
11m May 16, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1561: Meet the Barker Candidate - Kym Hanton - Australian Federation Party
Kym Hanton (https://ausfedparty.com.au/candidate/kym-hanton/) is the Australian Federation Party's Barker candidate. Now a postie, Kym spent almost two decades of his career in the police force and has worked for the Royal Australian Airforce. With concerns about the economy, unemployment, mental health and water rights, he’s hoping to have some sway in Parliament. He joins Jennie Lenman in ...
10m May 13, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1560: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Padma Chaplin - Animal Justice Party
Padma Chaplin (https://sa.animaljusticeparty.org/padma_chaplin_for_mayo) is Mayo’s Animal Justice Party candidate in this year's Federal Election. The Adelaide Hills local, who's based in Forest Range, is a musician and poet who has worked in small business and has worked extensively with children and Indigenous communities. She is also a volunteer at a sanctuary for farmed animals and ex-race...
11m May 12, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1560: Meet the Barker Candidate - Tonya Scott - One Nation
Tonya Scott (https://www.onenation.org.au/mayo) is running for One Nation in the Federal seat of Mayo. The Strathalbyn-based foster carer has worked in childcare, disability care, and aged care, as well as volunteering with the CFS. She says she wants to provide a voice for vulnerable and marginalised Australians and has expressed concerns surrounding vaccine mandates, veteran and aged care s...
10m May 12, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1559: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Mark Neugebauer- Australian Federation Party
Mark Neugebauer (https://ausfedparty.com.au/candidate/mark-neugebauer/?fbclid=IwAR33hYtENzN1wXOMw2kH7nys5PkbRwPQzCShx18WYW9NHKonL5Cu-C09Xns) is running for the Australian Federation Party in the seat of Mayo this Federal Election. Formerly from New South Wales, the Fleurieu resident has been a foster parent for the past 11 years, working in Warehousing, Transport, Training and Disability Emplo...
11m May 10, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1559: Meet the Barker Candidate - Tony Pasin MP - Liberal
Tony Pasin (https://www.tonypasin.com/) has been the Liberal Member for Barker since since 2013.  The Mt Gambier-born South Australian splits his time across the electorate between Murray Bridge, the Riverland and his home town. After operating his own legal practice in the South East, Tony became a Councillor with Mt Gambier Council for seven years before his foray into Federal politics. He...
10m May 10, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1558: Meet the Mayo Candidate - United Australia Party - Samantha McGrail
Samantha McGrail (https://www.unitedaustraliaparty.org.au/candidate/samantha-mcgrail/) is Mayo’s United Australia Party candidate for the Federal Election. After losing her Disability Support Worker role due to vaccine mandates, she has since become a mentor, while campaigning to become a local member. The Victor Harbor resident says she wants to stop mandates and vaccine passports and wants ...
9m May 09, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1558: Meet the Barker Candidate - Vince Pannell - Independent
Vince Pannell (https://www.facebook.com/vince.pannell.not.a.poli)  is running as an Independent candidate for Barker this Federal Election. The IT consultant from Mannum says its time for a big change to the status quo in politics. The anti-mandate candidate says he believes there is currently too much corruption in politics and too much overseas ownership of Australian land. He joins Jennie...
11m May 09, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1557: Meet the Barker Candidate - Jonathan Pietzsch - The Nationals
Jonathan Pietzsch (https://www.sanationals.org.au/jonathan-pietzsch) is Barker's candidate for the National Party of Australia. As the State President at National Party of Australia (SA) he has been trying to advocate for a fairer River Murray deal for South Australians within his party, as he says he believes the Basin Plan should be delivered in full. The long-time party member is a first g...
10m May 06, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1556: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Greg Elliott - Greens
Greg Elliott (https://greens.org.au/sa/person/greg-elliott) is running for the Greens in the Hills Fleurieu seat of Mayo. The long-time Hawthorndene resident is a community theatre director, reviewer and a performing arts educator at school and university. The supporter of social justice, multiculturalism and environmentalism joins Jennie Lenman in her series of discussions with Mayo and Bark...
11m May 05, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1556: Meet the Barker Candidate - David Swiggs - United Australia Party
David Swiggs (https://www.unitedaustraliaparty.org.au/candidate/david-swiggs/) is running for the United Australia Party for the seat of Barker. The Lower South-East local grew up on a small sheep and cattle grazing property near a little rural town called Kalangadoo.  He also spent 10 years in retail, commercial and agribusiness banking prior to his current role in land development and subdi...
10m May 05, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1555: Meet the Barker Candidate - Carlos Quaremba - One Nation
Carlos Quaremba (https://www.onenation.org.au/barker) is running for One Nation in the Federal seat of Barker. The Victor Harbor-based builder and Argentinian immigration says he cares about agriculture, water allocation for irrigators and is concerned about government overreach. He joins Jennie Lenman in her series of discussions with Mayo and Barker candidates this Federal Election.
10m May 04, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1554: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Rebekha Sharkie MP - Centre Alliance
Rebekha Sharkie MP (https://www.rebekhasharkie.com.au/) is looking to retain the Seat of Mayo this Federal Election. The Centre Alliance member was first elected in 2016, defeating Jamie Briggs in a very safe Liberal seat. She has been working to support local industries, act on climate change, improve local health services and ensure integrity in Parliament. As part of a series of discussio...
11m May 03, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1554: Meet the Mayo Candidate - Marisa Bell - Labor
Marisa Bell (https://www.alp.org.au/our-people/our-people/marisa-bell/) is running for Labor in the seat of Mayo.  The Kangarilla local says she is committed to social justice and a fair society. The intensive care nurse and a nurse educator says she would like to see more investment in the health and aged care sector for the region. As part of a series of discussions with Mayo and Barker ca...
10m May 03, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1553: Meet the Barker Candidate - Rosa Hillam - Greens
Rosa Hillam (https://greens.org.au/sa/person/rosa-hillam) has thrown her hat into the ring for a second time with the Federal Greens. The Menginie local has worked on the land as a farm hand/ shed hand, picker and jillaroo and spent 15 years in the dairy industry. She’s also a Healthy Rivers Ambassador for the River Murray. As part of a series of discussions with Mayo and Barker candidates, J...
10m May 02, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1553: Meet the Barker Candidate - Mark Braes - Labor
Mark Brae (https://www.alp.org.au/our-people/our-people/mark-braes/) is running for the Federal seat of Barker for the Australian Labor Party. The Millicent local is no stranger to politics, having served as a Councillor and Mayor of Wattle Range Council. The business owner and mediation specialist has worked as a lawyer in a private practice, as a family and workplace mediator in the not-for...
10m May 02, 2022
10m
S1 Ep1553: Good Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum
There is a free evening talk on Wednesday 4 May in Murray Bridge to help adults, teens and children on the autism spectrum achieve and manage good mental health. Guest speaker, Malcolm Mayfield (founder and Managing Director of Autism STAR Pty Ltd, and Board member of the Autism CRC) will share his own experience with autism and mental health challenges, and talk about what he knows as a leade...
3m May 02, 2022
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