S1 Ep1512: Pollies Perch, May 4 - Senator Claire Chandler
Senator Claire Chandler stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Claire spoke about increased childcare funding, more support for distillers, the recent state election, and Liberals for Merit - a group opposed to gender quotas in parliament . . .
8m May 04, 2021
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S1 Ep1511: Celebrity chef defends Tasmanian aquaculture practices
Coastal celebrity chef Ben Milbourne has spoken out in support of Tasmanian aquaculture practices amid recent criticism of the industry. Martin Agatyn spoke to Ben, who was full of praise for the way our salmon and other seafood was farmed and produced . . .
10m May 03, 2021
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S1 Ep1511: Pollies Perch, May 3 - Senator Richard Colbeck
Senator Richard Colbeck stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Richard spoke about recognising the valuable contribution of volunteers to local sporting organisations, Australian Olympians and Paralympians receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, a survey showing Australians still looked up to sporting heroes, Australia winning the rights to host the 2027 Netball World Cup, and the COVID-19 vaccine ro...
12m May 03, 2021
12m
S1 Ep1511: Aussie NWFL weekend footy wrap
Martin Agatyn and Kim Miles wrapped up the weekend's round of Aussie NWFL Coastal football . . . 
8m May 03, 2021
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S1 Ep1511: Health Matters, May 3 - Men's health and the importance of regular check-ups
In today's Health Matters segment, Colin Wood from Full Life Pharmacy in Uolverstone, spoke about men's health and the importance of annual check-ups for men . . .
9m May 03, 2021
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S1 Ep1510: Pollies Perch, April 16 - Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff
Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Jeremy spoke about the state election campaign and how it was going, future plans for TAFE, and extra funding for agricultural shows . . .
10m Apr 16, 2021
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S1 Ep1510: RACT's election wish list - better speed cameras and more spending on rural roads
The RACT has released a wish list in the lead up to next month's state election. The peak motoring body wants to see more high-tech speed cameras installed and for revenue from them to be used for road safety improvements, in particular on rural and municipal roads. Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT chief advocacy officer Garry Bailey . . .
7m Apr 16, 2021
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S1 Ep1509: The Mayor on the Air, April 15 - Annette Rockliff (Devonport)
Devonport Mayor Annette Rockliff was today's Mayor on the Air. Annett spoke about the council's state election wish-list of funding for projects, Providore Place twilight markets, Devonport Regional;Gallery exhibitions, next week's 40th anniversary of Devonport being declared a city, the re-opening of Reflections Cafe, pre-polling at the Paranaple Arts Centre for the state election, public atte...
12m Apr 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1509: Mother's Day Classic expands to the Coast
The Mother's Day Classic fun run, which has been around since 1998, will be held in Devonport for the first time next month, only having been held in Hobart and Launcestion previously. The event is a major fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Martin Agatyn spoke to Mother's Day Classic Tasmanian event  manager NIkki Long . . .
7m Apr 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1509: Inaugural Festival of the Fagus to highlight Cradle Mountain
The inaugural Festival of the Fagus will be held at Cradle Mountain starting on April 24. The event is being organised by the Cradle Mountain Hotel, which is owned by RACT Destinations. Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT Destinations chief operating officer Andrew Paynter to find out first of all, what fagus is, and how it will be celebrated during the festival . . .
5m Apr 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1509: Book of the Week, April 15 - Blackout, by Simon Scarrow
Today's Book of the Week, as selected and reviewed by Tim Gott from the Devonport Bookshop, is Blackout, by Simon Scarrow - a crime novel set in Germany in the lead-up to, and during the early days, of World War Two . . .
5m Apr 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1508: Broadway Favourites - For One Night Only
Musical theatre returns to Ulverstone on May 1 for one night only, on May 1 for the Broadway Favourites production, featuring much loved songs from famous stage musicals. The performance is being held as a fundraiser for Delta Therapy Dogs. Martin Agatyn spoke to producer Barbara Gilbery . . .
5m Apr 14, 2021
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S1 Ep1508: Full steam ahead for Agfest 2021
Agfest 2021 is exactly three weeks away and plans are well advanced on holding a COVID-safe event as well as an on-line version. The event will be limited to a crowd of 10,000 per day, with organisers extending it to a four-day event from May 5-8. Martin Agatyn spoke to Agfest chairman Ethan Williams . . .
4m Apr 14, 2021
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S1 Ep1508: The Mayor on the Air, April 14 - Jan Bonde (Central Coast)
Central Coast Mayor Jan Bonde was today's Mayor on the Air. Jan spoke about feedback on consolidation of Penguin's community assets, upgrades to the Ulverstone Recreation ground being recognised with an AFL award, works on the shared pathway at West Ulverstone and also the Turners Beach to Leith link, and an amnesty on small constructions which may have not sought planning approval from the cou...
7m Apr 14, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1508: Pollies Perch, April 14 - Senator Jonathon Duniam
Senator Jonathon Duniam stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Jonathon spoke about upgrades to the Bureau of Meterology, the establishment of a Tasmanian Drought Resillience Hub, the Australia-New Zealand travel bubble and direct flights between Tasmania and NZ, and tomorrow's Jobs Fair in Devonport . . .
11m Apr 14, 2021
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S1 Ep1507: Up to 300 jobs on offer at Jobs Fair
Around 300 jobs from all over the Coast will be on offer at the Federal Government Jobs Fair in Devonport on Thursday. Martin Agatyn spoke to Federal Assistant Employment Minister Luke Howarth . . .
8m Apr 13, 2021
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S1 Ep1507: Coastal beaches clean-up underway
Conservation Volunteers Australia has started a beaches clean-up in the Burnie area this week and plans to return next month to do more in both Devonport and Burnie regions. The group is also hoping to recruit locals to help for a couple of hours or more. Martin Agatyn spoke top project co-ordinator Ashleigh Carden . . .
8m Apr 13, 2021
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S1 Ep1507: Pollies Perch, April 13 - Shadow Minister for Local Government and Planning, Regional Development and Small Business, Transport and Manufacturing, Anita Dow
Shadow Minister for Local Government and Planning, Regional Development and Small Business, Transport and Manufacturing, Anita Dow stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Anita spoke about the state election campaign and some of her upcoming street stalls where voters can meet and talk with her, and she also outlined aspects of the Opposition's extensive health policy for the election . . .
9m Apr 13, 2021
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S1 Ep1507: The Mayor on the Air, April 13 - Darryl Quilliam (Circular Head)
Circular Head Mayor Daryl Quilliam was today's Mayor on the Air. Daryl spoke about upcoming Anzac Day services, learning to ride a bike sessions, and an upcoming Harmony Day event being planned for May . . .
7m Apr 13, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1507: Finance, April 13, with Justin Delantey from Lending4U
In today's finance segment, Justin Delantey from Lending4U, spoke about first home buyers at record levels, confidence in the economy despite an end to the Federal Government's Job Keeper pandemic stimulus, and the health and welfare of the Australian Dollar . . .
7m Apr 13, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1506: The Buddy Holly story to now play to full theatres
Last week's announcement that Tasmanian theatres would from next month be able to have 100% seating capacity subject to a COVID-safe plan, has come at the perfect time for the Devonport Choral Society. The group is staging the stage musical Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story - next month. Martin Agatyn spoke to director Peter (Sid) Sidebottom . . .
6m Apr 12, 2021
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S1 Ep1506: The Mayor on the Air, April 12 - Tim Wilson (Kentish)
Kentish Mayor Tim Wilson was today's Mayor on the Air. Tim spoke about litter crews, two official openings at Wilmot tomorrow, updating the ways the Mayor communicates with ratepayers, and the recent "Barrington Beast" April Fool's hoax . . .
6m Apr 12, 2021
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S1 Ep1506: Aussie NWFL round two
Martin Agatyn looks back on round of Aussie NWFL Coastal football over the weekend with Kim Miles  . . .
7m Apr 12, 2021
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S1 Ep1506: Health Matters, April 12 - Flu Vaccinations
In today's Health Matters segment, Colin Wood from Full Life Pharmacy in Ulverstone, spoke about flu vaccines - what they do, myths about side effects, why we should have the flu shot, and where to get it . . .
8m Apr 12, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1505: Community and canine walk to aid therapy dogs
The annual Community and Canine Walk is on at Port Sorell this weekend. The event raises funds for Delta Therapy Dogs and Martin Agatyn spoke to co-ordinator Jo Cox . . .
5m Apr 09, 2021
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S1 Ep1505: The best of four wheels and two on show at Rocky Cape
Tomorrow's Top Gear @ The Rocky Cape Tavern Car and Bike Show promises something for everyone. It's also an important fundraiser for the Lions Club of Rocky Cape, with proceeds to aid local community projects and prostate cancer research. Martin Agatyn spoke to Lions Club of Rocky Cape secretary Victoria Cochrane . . . 
4m Apr 09, 2021
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S1 Ep1505: Pollies Perch, April 9 - Federal Braddon MHR Gavin Pearce
Federal Braddon MHR Gavin Pearce stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Gavin spoke about cancer services on the North West Coast, extra grants funding for volunteer organisations, and strengthening workplace protest invasion laws . . .
11m Apr 09, 2021
11m
S1 Ep1504: Adopt a cat at Ulverstone this weekend
Between 20 and 25 cats will be available for adoption at this Saturday's Just Cats Expo at Ulverstone, as well as information on responsible cat ownership. Martin Agatyn spoke to Just Cats founder Rachel Beech . . .
4m Apr 08, 2021
4m
S1 Ep1504: Ecofest at Ulverstone this Saturday
Everything you wanted to know or ask about living more sustainably and reducing your environmental footprint will be on show at Ecofest at Ulverstone on Saturday. Martin Agatyn spoke to event organiser Cassie Smith from the North West Environmental Centre . . .
6m Apr 08, 2021
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S1 Ep1504: The Mayor on the Air, April 8 - Robby Walsh (Waratah-Wynyard)
Waratah-Wynyard Mayor Robby Walsh was today's Mayor on the Air. Robby spoke about a COVID vaccination community clinic at Wynyard, opposition to plans to decommission the Waratah Reservoir, the Eat Breathe Move and Relax Programme, the upcoming Community Conversations meeting at Waratah next week, and Targa Tasmania coming to the municipality later this month . . .
10m Apr 08, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1504: Book of the Week, April 8 - A Tribute to Max Angus, Tasmanian Artist, by Allison Alexander
Today's Book of the Week, as selected and reviewed by Tim Gott from the Devonport Bookshop, is A Tribute to Max Angus, Tasmanian Artist, by Allison Alexander . . .
7m Apr 08, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1503: Forum looks at making men's health services more accessible
The inaugural Allied Mates Forum at Ulverstone today looked at making men's health services more male-friendly and other topics. The forum was organised by Men Care Too founder Greg Smith, who spoke to Martin Agatyn . . .
9m Apr 07, 2021
9m
S1 Ep1503: Pollies Perch, April 7 - Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Primary Industry and Resources, Shane Broad
Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Primary Industry and Resources, Shane Broad stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Shane spoke about the first week and a half of the state election campaign, Justine Keay joining the Labor Braddon ticket, and the Worplaces Amendment Bill (workplace invasion by protestors) . . .
10m Apr 07, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1503: The Mayor on the Air, April 7 - Steve Kons (Burnie)
Burnie Mayor Steve Kons was today's Mayor on the Air. Steve spoke about the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste free drop-off event, the Check-In TAS app, school holiday programmes, the upcoming community beach clean-up event, and ANZAC Day arrangements . . .
5m Apr 07, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1502: Leith overpass proposal angers residents
The proposed Leith Overpass on the Bass Highway is a long way from what local residents expected when they lobbied the state Government for improved safety at the intersection. The current proposal has angered local residents and Martin Agatyn spoke to one of them, Tony Downey . . .
12m Apr 01, 2021
12m
S1 Ep1502: The Mayor on the Air, April 1 - Annette Rockliff (Devonport)
Devonport Mayor Annette Rockliff was today's Mayor on the Air. Annette spoke about Easter hours of operation for council facilities, new tenants for Providore Place, twilight markets at Providore Place, valuation of the Bass Strait Maritime Museum collection, and Devonport's upcoming 40th birthday since being decllared a city in 1981 . . .
7m Apr 01, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1502: Book of the Week, April 1 - The Chase, by Candice Fox
Today's Book of the Week, as selected and reviewed by Tim Gott from the Devonport Bookshop, is The Chase, by crime novelist Candice Fox . . .
4m Apr 01, 2021
4m
S1 Ep1502: Funding for clubs and organisations to become more energy efficient
The Federal Government has announced funding for not-for-profit organisations to help drive down their power costs. The Powering Communities Programme will assist with purchase of solar panels, batteries and other ways to reduce the cost of power. Martin Agatyn spoke to Federal Minister for Energy and Emissions, Angus Taylor . . .
5m Apr 01, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1501: Operation Crossroads to see police out in force over Easter
Tasmania Police will be out in force over Easter as Operation Crossroads ramps up. While police will be focusing on the "fatal five" they will also pay special attention to trailers, caravans, and boat trailers. Martin Agatyn spoke to Sergeant James Scicluna . . .
5m Mar 31, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1501: Stay safe over Easter on quad bikes and the like
Many people will be using quad bikes, side by sides, and other farm and recreational vehicles over the Easter break. However, there are some simple measures to ensure it's done safely. Martin Agatyn spoke to Farm Safe senior health and safety consultant Phil John . . .
6m Mar 31, 2021
6m
S1 Ep1501: The Mayor on the Air, March 31 - Jan Bonde (Central Coast)
Central Coast Mayor Jan Bonde was today's Mayor on the Air. Jan spoke about the recent Turners Beach 7-Day Makeover, a visit to Penguin by the national Tidy Towns competition  judge, the council's small grants programme to help community organisations, and public input being sought into to redevelopment of parts of Penguin . . .
7m Mar 31, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1501: Pollies Perch, March 31 - Senator Jonathon Duniam
Senator Jonathon stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Jonathon spoke about accurate measurement of quantities goods being sold in Australia, supporting the Australian seafood industry over Easter, half-price flights to regions starting from midnight tonight, and comparisons between the Tasmanian and West Australian forestry industries . . .
10m Mar 31, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1500: Hear from a male breast cancer survivor
Men can, and do, get breast cancer. Ulverstone breast cancer survivor Paul Murray was the guest speaker at this morning's Zonta Club of Devonport Breast Cancer Awareness Breakfast, and Martin Agatyn spoke to Paul after the event . . .
5m Mar 30, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1500: Pollies Perch, March 30 - Shadow Minister for Local Government and Planning, Regional Development and Small Business, Transport and Manufacturing, Anita Dow
Shadow Minister for Local Government and Planning, Regional Development and Small Business, Transport and Manufacturing, Anita Dow stepped up onto the Pollies Perch today. Anita spoke about the recent state election announcement, Labor's Plan for Jobs policy, a visit to Britton's Timbers at Somerset, the 85th anniversary of MMG's Rosebery Mine over the weekend, and Burnie's success at the Tasma...
8m Mar 30, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1500: The Mayor on the Air, March 30 - Daryl Quilliam (Circular Head)
Circular Head Mayor Daryl Quilliam was today's Mayor on the Air. Daryl spoke about an upcoming badminton come and try day, a postponed Harmony Day event, and urged Easter visitors to Circular Head to have a happy and safe Easter . . .
6m Mar 30, 2021
6m
S1 Ep1500: Finance, with Justin Delantey from Lending4U, March 30
In today's Finance segment, Justin Delantey from Lending4U, spoke about a study revealing regional Australia was best for real estate investment, the latest Core Logic Pain and Gain Report, and the health and well being of the Australian Dollar . . .
6m Mar 30, 2021
6m
S1 Ep1499: North-West Relay For Life raises $110,000 and still counting
The Cancer Council Tasmania's major fundraiser, Relay For Life, was held at Penguin over the weekend. The event raised in excess of $110,000 with some funds raised by teams yet to be banked. Martin Agatyn spoke to Cancer Council Tasmania state manager for Relay For Life, Alicia Van Ek . . .
8m Mar 29, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1499: Increased rewards for unsolved murder cases
Tasmania Police has today increased reward money for seven unsolved murders or suspicious disappearances to $500,000 per case. Two of the cases relate to the North West Coast and Martin Agatyn spoke to Commander Debbie Williams . . .
5m Mar 29, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1499: Increase in demand for programmes to combat sexual harassment in workplaces
One of Australia's largest supplier of workplace employee assistance programmes (EARs) is Converge International, which has seen a 62% increase in Australia for programmes which address sexual assault or harassment in the workplace. Martin Agatyn spoke to Cate Page from Converge International . . .
5m Mar 29, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1499: The Mayor on the Air, March 29 - Tim Wilson (Kentish)
Kentish Mayor Tim Wilson was today's Mayor on the Air. Tim spoke about last week's Australian Rowing Championships at Lake Barrington, tomorrow night's community meeting at Wilmot, and recommendations from the Premier's Economic and Social Recovery Advisory Council (PESRAC) in regard to Local Government . . .
7m Mar 29, 2021
7m