S1 Ep1606: Celebrating Sustainable Pipis on the South Coast
The pipi fishing season opens in South Australia soon with local Goolwa pipis available to enjoy in the coming weeks and months. Goolwa pipis are collected by hand using rakes and a technique known as the ‘pipi shuffle’ which has been used for generations by the Ngarrindjeri people. The Marine Stewardship Council is hosting a sell-out event at the Kuti Shack in Goolwa this month to showcase t...
5m Aug 17, 2022
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S1 Ep1605: A Joy for Science Communication
This National Science Week, Jennie has a chat with one of Australia's most delightfully enthusiastic science communicators. Dr Sophie Calabretto hails from South Australia. The applied mathematician and fluid mechanist now adds 'podcast host' to her growing list of expertise with her new Royal Institution of Australia weekly audio show called 'The Science Briefing (https://www.listnr.com/podc...
8m Aug 16, 2022
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S1 Ep1604: Strathalbyn Antiques and Collectables Fair
The Strathalbyn Antiques and Collectables Fair returns this month. On Saturday August 20th and Sunday August 21st, you might be able to find something fabulous in an equally fabulous place in the world. Linda McLoughlin from the Strathalbyn Tourism Association joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
7m Aug 11, 2022
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S1 Ep702: Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked. Festival
An award winning Hahndorf artisan festival is back on again for 2022, enjoying its third year since its inception during the height of COVID. Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked. (https://hahndorfsa.org.au/events/) will celebrate the rich lineage of artisan culture the town is renowned for through 300 workshops and sessions. The September-long festival returns fresh off the back of ta...
4m Aug 10, 2022
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S1 Ep1602: Gratitude on Country - Yearning for a Simpler Life
Fleurieu-based life coach Craig Cooper is on a mission to improve our collective vision of gratitude for a better world. The owner of Living Well Coaching joins Jennie Lenman this International Day of the World's Indigenous People (9 August) to talk about his mission and new book 'Gratitude on Country' . Find out more about Craig via this link https://www.craigcoopermsw.com. For more about th...
8m Aug 09, 2022
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S1 Ep1603: Tony Pasin MP - FMD, Nuclear Energy & Call for Murray River Clarity
A new campaign was announced at the new Thomas Foods International facility in Murray Bridge this week seeks to focus on regional communities with red meat processing facilities. The campaign, More to Meat, was announced by Australian Meat Processor Corporation with livestock biosecurity a topic for discussion. Member for Barker Tony Pasin was there. He joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to...
13m Aug 09, 2022
13m
S1 Ep1601: The Joy of Singing - Community Choir in Murray Bridge
There is a community choir in Murray Bridge and organiser Cathy Smith is keen for more people to join. The Rural City’s Citizen of the Year joins Jennie Lenman to talk about it as well as giving a plug to The Station's 10th Anniversary 'Acoustic Sessions (https://www.5mu.com.au/news/local-news/40-local-news/117000-sa-music-grants-open-as-murraylands-celebrate-live-music) ' event happening this...
7m Aug 08, 2022
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S1 Ep1601: Adrian Pederick MP - Strzelecki Track Trip, Freeway Safety, Transport in Strath & CFS Medals
Liberal Member for Hammond Adrian Pederick has recently taken a trip to the Strezlecki Track to see major road redevelopment works and has been acknowleged at an award ceremony for his work as a CFS volunteer. He joins Jennie Lenman to talk about these topics, along with concerns from community members on South Eastern Freeway safety and a lack of transport options in Strathalbyn.
13m Aug 08, 2022
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S1 Ep1600: EPA Tackles Fertiliser Plant Odour Issue - Community Response
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has added a new condition to the operating licence of a Kanmantoo-based fertiliser producer, following numerous complaints about odour from the community. Neutrog will be required to have an air quality specialist analyse odour monitoring and modelling data and will have to identify measures by September 9 to take to reduce the smell. A two-decade lon...
6m Aug 03, 2022
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S1 Ep1599: Homelessness Exhibition Shares Murray Bridge Voices
People who have experienced sleeping rough in Murray Bridge are sharing their experiences in a special photography and audio exhibition to mark National Homelessness Week today. 'Reflections on Homelessness – Our Future Can Still Be Bright' is a photography and audio exhibition at Murray Bridge Town Hall Tuesday 2 August 10am-3pm hosted by ac.care. Murraylands Homelessness Service manager at ...
8m Aug 02, 2022
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S1 Ep1599: Tackling Mental Health on a National Scale
The National Mental Health Commission is visiting the Adelaide Hills today to better understand the challenges our communities face in support for mental health and suicide prevention. Connections2022 will help inform the development of a National Outcomes-Based Framework to  help governments make policy decisions on the country's mental health and suicide prevention systems. Commission CEO C...
7m Aug 02, 2022
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S1 Ep1598: Major Things Happening at Monarto Safari Park
A new hotel and glamping areas are being built at Monarto Safari Park. The project comes as new lemur and tortoise enclosures are being built, Southern White Rhinos are being transported and there are plans in the works for some more exciting projects including a self-driving tour. Director Peter Clarke joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for an update.
8m Aug 01, 2022
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S1 Ep1598: Local SALA Art Exhibitions to Check Out
SALA, the South Australian Living Artists Festival, starts today. The month-long event celebrates visual artists in all media and spans the whole of South Australia, including in the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Murraylands. SALA guides are available at most Foodlands and on the SALA website salafestival.com (http://salafestival.com/) and via the SALA smartphone app.
9m Aug 01, 2022
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S1 Ep1597: Fringe Artists Fund & Poster Comp
While Mad March is a while away, artists are encouraged to get thinking about the next festival season. Following an election commitment from the State Government, the annual Adelaide Fringe Artist Fund has increased and has opened for 2023. Ella Huisman, Head of Digital Marketing and Ticketing at Fringe, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the opportunity, along with a chance to win the poster co...
6m Jul 27, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1597: Glenn the Wine Guy - Matching Wines with Dinnerparty Food
Director of Wine Pro Glenn Malycha has a great idea for how to delegate drink contributions from friends at a dinner party. He joins Jennie Lenman ahead of her birthday to share it.
7m Jul 27, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1596: Community Works to Re-Establish Gumeracha ED
Today marks 690 days since the former Liberal Government closed the Gumeracha Emergency Department (ED). Community Advocate Joel Taggart has been appealing to the State Government to address the lack of healthcare in the region. Following a meeting with State Health Minister Chris Picton, a working group has been established to help decide on a model of care that can re-establish services for...
7m Jul 26, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1595: Rebekha Sharkie MP - MDBP, Aged Care Reform & Foot and Mouth Disease
For the first sitting of the 47th Parliament this week, Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie plans to question the new Environment Minister who has stated it will be 'near impossible' to deliver the Murray-Darling Basin Plan in full by 2024.  The Centre Alliance Member also plans to meet with Agriculture Minister Murray Watt to get an in-person briefing about the latest biosecurity measures to prev...
11m Jul 25, 2022
11m
S1 Ep1595: Navigating the My Aged Care System
As My Aged Care (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/) can be confusing and overwhelming to some, COTA SA has an expert to help South Australians who need support and guidance. John Moran is the Ageing Well Coordinator for Country areas at COTA. He joins Jennie Lenman to discuss. For help with My Aged Care, contact John Moran at COTA SA via 08 8224 5515 / 1800 182 324
8m Jul 25, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1594: How to Find Motivation to Get Moving & Keep Moving
We all know exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but research shows that as we age our motivation for physical activity declines.  So, for those of us who struggle to find a form of exercise that we enjoy, how can we change our minds and become more active? Psychologist Dr Gordon Spence fuses psychology and exercise science to explore the issue. The author of Get Moving Keep ...
8m Jul 21, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1594: The Historic Significance of the Old Murray Bridge - Keith Conlon
Murray Bridge commuters are awaiting the completion of the major refurbishment works of the old 1879 Murray Bridge, which is set to be finished later next year. A lot of care is going into extending the life of the first major bridge to span the Murray River. Keith Conlon, veteran broadcaster and Chair of the SA Heritage Council, joins Jennie Lenman to share the history.
12m Jul 20, 2022
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S1 Ep1594: Alexandrina Council Update - Mayor Parkes on Oscar W, Elections, LGA Bid
There has been an update to the Goolwa Wharf Precinct Redevelopment plan. Alexandrina Councillors have this week agreed that the PS Oscar W, should remain moored adjacent the Wharf Shed, rather than moving the historic paddle steamer further away from the main area. Mayor Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the update, share his decision to run for President of the LGA and talk about ...
7m Jul 20, 2022
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S1 Ep1593: Dr Bossley's Life-long Effort to Protect SA Dolphins & Whales
Leading dolphin and whale expert Dr Mike Bossley has been active in research, activism, and environmental education nationally and internationally for fifty years. His on-going thirty-year research project on dolphins in Adelaide’s Port River estuary led to the establishment of the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and is an advocate for marine protected areas and maintains an involvement in educatio...
9m Jul 19, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1593: Elder Abuse Signs & Support - COTA SA
We all have a responsibility to confront and challenge our attitudes and perceptions of ageing, and step up against elder abuse. Research by the World Health Organisation confirms that ageism is widespread and pernicious. One month on from World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June, Jane Mussared the Chief Executive of COTA SA joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the issue and provide some advice f...
6m Jul 19, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1592: $1M HeartKids Funding Will Help Regional Families
More children with congenital heart disease and their families will receive vital support across South Australia thanks to $1 million over four years from the South Australian Government.     HeartKids will receive the investment to expand its services for regional families, along with a targeted mental health program for South Australian families and a specialised playgroup to assist Heartki...
6m Jul 18, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1592: Tackling Suicide Prevention in the Community
Inspiring Aussie advocate for mental health Nic Newling is coming to the Murray Bridge RSL on Wednesday 27 July for a free public lecture on suicide prevention in the community. As someone who lost a brother to suicide and also personally struggled with suicidal thoughts as a teenager, he offers an honest and open dialogue on the issue. Nic joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to share his sto...
12m Jul 18, 2022
12m
S1 Ep1591: Call for Support for Victor Harbor Main Street Traders
Victor Harbor traders could really use our patronage at the moment as stage 4 of Main Street Works underway include road closures at Albert and Ocean Streets. Mayor Moira Jenkins joins Jennie Lenman to discuss this and where the project is up to.
6m Jul 14, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1590: Local Veterans Call for Recognition in Malaysian War Effort
Murraylands war veterans Les Smith and Keith Wood have been fighting for recognition for years for their presence and sacrifice in Malaysia to protect the RAAF Butterworth base during the resurgence of the communist insurgency between 1968 and 1989. They join Jennie Lenman in studio to discuss their campaign. The Department of Defence has declined an interview but has provided the following s...
9m Jul 07, 2022
9m
S1 Ep1590: Mt Barker Mayor Talks Budget, Food Waste & Blackspot Funding
The Mount Barker Budget has been approved this week with a lower than expected rate hike. Meantime the results are in from a six month food waste trial on Gawler Street and there's good news about funding for the arts community and blackspot funding for Hawthorn Road. Mayor Ann Ferguson joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
7m Jul 07, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1589: Local Ngarrindjeri Leader Celebrated Nationally
Ngarrindjeri leader Walter Jackson has been recognised on a local and national scale this week. During a NAIDOC award ceremony in Melbourne on Saturday 2 July, he picked up a 'Caring for Country and Culture Award' back at home in Murray Bridge on Monday, he was one of two recipients of a Worker of the Year Award for his leadership as a role model for Aboriginal youth and the broader Ngarrindje...
6m Jul 05, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1588: Tackling the Housing Crisis through Vacant Property Tax - Robert Simms
New census data reveals almost 84,000 homes are vacant across the SA. The stats come at a time when many people are reportedly sleeping on the street, in tents, cars and caravans. The Greens have come up with a solution and are calling for South Australia to follow the lead of Victoria by implementing a tax on vacant residential properties. Housing Spokesperson, Robert Simms MLC, plans to in...
7m Jul 05, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1588: A Youth Perspective on Mental Health - Narelle from Nildottie
It is not as hard as it once was to open up and talk about mental health, thanks to the efforts of many working to de-stigmatise conditions like depression and anxiety... but there is still some way to go. For a youth perspective on the topic, 15-year-old Narelle from Nildottie joins Jennie Lenman in studio to share her thoughts. For help in a crisis, call Life Line on 13 11 14.
7m Jul 05, 2022
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S1 Ep1588: COTA's Climate Change Group Planting Seeds for the Next Generation
“A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” — Greek Proverb. There is a growing population of older South Australians who care deeply about how we leave planet Earth for the next generation. COTA's Climate Change Group meet regularly to tackle the challenges of a warming planet by lobbying SA organisations and businesses about Net Zero carbon emission...
6m Jul 05, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1588: Empowering Women Through Education
An education specialist has been recognised by Governor Frances Adams in a ceremony in June for the work she does for Adelaide women’s homelessness charity Catherine House. Dr Sarah Hattam, Senior Lecturer in Education Futures at UniSA, has received the Catherine McAuley for her role in a sociology course that helps to empower women. She joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
6m Jul 05, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1587: Black Tie & Boardies Ball to Raise Funds for Homelessness
A winter edition of the Black Tie & Boardies Ball is being held in Middleton Pioneer Hall on Saturday 16 July. This year organisers are hoping to raise $20,000 for those experiencing homelessness in the Fleurieu Peninsula. Organiser Jenifer Watts joins Jennie Lenman to discuss. Find out more via www.MiddletonSA.com.au 
6m Jun 30, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1587: 'Marvellous' Tech Reunites Murraylands Woman with Penpal
Murray Bridge resident Maureen Green has had a video chat for the very first time with life-long penpal and friend Shirley in England. Resthaven Murray Bridge staff have been working with Maureen's daughter Pam to connect the pair, who had only ever written letters and had spoken on the phone just twice. The first time was in the 1907s when Pam won a 5MU radio competition to make an internati...
8m Jun 30, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1585: SALA Exhibition to Showcase Artists with Disabilities
Myriad is an upcoming SALA exhibition at the Art Gallery of SA’s Institute Building.   Community Living Australia (http://www.claust.com.au/) is coordinating the event, which has become the largest exhibition of art by artists with disability in SA.   Chief Executive Mark Kulinksi joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk more about the 25 Aug-1 September event and how people can take par...
6m Jun 29, 2022
6m
S1 Ep1586: Local Whale Photographer Takes Impressive Snaps
People flocked to the South Coast on Tuesday to check out some incredible displays by eight Southern Right Whales, from Petrel Cove in Victor Harbor, through to Middleton. Fleurieu Peninsula based whale lover and photographer Shaun Allanson took some incredible shots of a whale breaching. He joins Jennie Lenman to tell her more about the experience.
4m Jun 29, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1586: Adopting a Vine in the Barossa - Glenn the Wine Guy
Did you know you can adopt a vine in the Barossa? As part of the Barossa Cellar that was built, about 1800 vines were planted out the front, using shiraz vine cuttings from well established (and in most cases) famous vineyards. For a fee, you have your own little slice of a Barossa vineyard, according to Glenn Malycha, the Director of Wine Pro. He joins Jennie Lenman to tell her more.
7m Jun 29, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1585: Water Pipelines Join Mid Murray Art Trail
The Mid Murray community has come together to make a large-scale public art project possible along 60 metres of water pipelines. Internationally acclaimed SA-based artist Jack Fran has been commissioned to paint SA Water pipelines near Apamurra (the road to silos off main Palmer to Mannum road). Jack joins Jennie Lenman on the line along with one of the project coordinators, Bill Nehmy Touris...
7m Jun 28, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1585: Operation Flinders Fundraising Trivia Night
Harcourts South Coast is raising funds to send 10 Victor Harbor High School students on a life changing adventure this August. Operation Flinders is a successful program that aims to transform the lives of young people through a quality 8-day remote outback program that builds self-confidence, leadership, resilience and ambition. Judy Myers from Harcourts South Coast joins Jennie Lenman to ta...
8m Jun 28, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1585: Victor Harbor Rotary Welcomes New President
Rotary Victor Harbor has welcomed a new President at the weekend. Active community member Mike May has stepped up into the role after being a member for the past three years. He joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about the honour, the great work of Rotary and what his plans for the future.
7m Jun 27, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1585: Community Tensions Rise on Odour Issue in Kanmantoo
Members of the Kanmantoo and Callington communities say they are still having issues with the "stench" of nearby fertiliser plant Neutrog, which has expanded in recent years. Spokesperson Peter Roberts joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss his concerns ahead of a community meeting on Monday 4 July at the Callington Recreation Community Centre from 6.30-8pm. For more details and to bo...
8m Jun 27, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1584: SA Home to Nation's Biggest Houses But the Backyard Dream is Shrinking
SA is home to the biggest house blocks in the country with Adelaide the only capital where yard space is bigger than the house. The latest ABS statistics are also showing South Australians are building big houses on small blocks of land, which could spell the end of the backyard dream. Gerald Matthews, Managing Director at Matthews Architects, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the news and share...
7m Jun 24, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1583: How the Millenium Drought has Impacted Little Penguins
The current Granite Island population of Little Penguins has fallen to only 20 adults while all other populations in Encounter Bay are now extinct. But what caused the decline? Among other things, Flinders University expert Dr Diane Colombelli-Négrel, says the Millenium Drought, has played a big role. She joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
7m Jun 23, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1583: Maccies Pub Owner Defends Closure of Garage 29 Cafe
A popular pop-up cafe in a garage in Macclesfield is having to shut shop due to an upcoming construction project. Garage 29 started last August on Venables Street as a quirky retail shop and cafe with motoring memorabilia.  Owners have announced on social media overnight that they are having to leave in the coming weeks to provide storage space for construction contractors working on the long...
4m Jun 23, 2022
4m
S1 Ep1582: Mayor Parkes - Goolwa Wharf Vote, Strath Streetscape Works & Draft Budget
Alexandrina Councillors have this week voted to deliver a comprehensive Goolwa Wharf Precinct Plan, rather than scaling it back as proposed by Councillor Brownyn Lewis who wanted to save money for ratepayers. Meantime, works are set to commence in July on Stage 3 of the Strathalbyn Streetscape project. Mayor Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman to discuss these projects and the 2022-23 draft Budget.
14m Jun 22, 2022
14m
S1 Ep1582: Bay to Birdwood Back with New EV Category
The Bay to Birdwood is returning on 16 October with a new category. While we missed out last year when the event was cancelled due to COVID, it is back in full this year with tens of thousands of spectators expected to line the route from West Beach through to the National Motor Museum in Birdwood, to view the passing parade of historic vehicles. Chair Michael Neale has announced as a world-f...
7m Jun 22, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1581: 'Soil to Plate' Inspiring Future Horticulturalists
A community garden in Mount Barker is helping young people learn life skills and professional development through gardening thanks to a community grant from Council. Students at Adelaide Hills Vocational College (https://www.facebook.com/AdelHillsVoC/?__cft__[0]=AZUPojzGEH_3PuLoIFGNeeAF_GcOnFsNlWybIAQnkKbZWvUVXqRyTI9zgrGFHiywhivapqJyEnkKNSeBEJhl5VmbMNzKkQhIExz-Dz_A0og_e1_ionsY60YmhPdp7rExQXsI0...
7m Jun 21, 2022
7m
S1 Ep1581: Celebrating the World's Tallest Mammals
It's World Giraffe Day. Joining Jennie Lenman to talk about the marvellous creatures and Monarto Safari Park's herd is Keeper Vaughn Wilson. The pair also discuss the new baby girl to mum Scarlett, who has since been named 'Nyekundu' following a public competition. Read more here (https://www.5mu.com.au/news/local-news/40-local-news/116346-monarto-announces-name-of-baby-giraffe) .
8m Jun 21, 2022
8m
S1 Ep1580: Scam Watch - Fake Profiles, ATO Tricksters & Kmart Warning
There are several scams doing the rounds in our regions at the moment, including a number of ever popular ATO phishing scams, fake family and friends reaching out to locals for considerable sums of money and a new scam targeting Kmart shoppers. Commissioner for Consumer Affairs (https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/) , Dini Soulio, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.   More information on scams is on the S...
7m Jun 20, 2022
7m