S1 Ep1435: Camp Out for a Good Cause - Time for Kids
Time for Kids (https://timeforkids.com.au/events/time-for-kids-campout/) , a program run by Relationships Australia SA, has launched a fundraising event encouraging South Australians of any age to camp out for a cause on the October long weekend. Funds raised will enable the successful program to keep matching 'at risk' young people with volunteer carers and mentors who provide a supportive en...
7m Sep 21, 2021
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S1 Ep1434: Learning to Live with Snakes
South Australia's Geoff Coombe has been actively involved in community snake awareness sessions and training courses throughout Australia and overseas for over 50 years. The founder of Living with Wildlife (https://livingwithwildlife.com.au/) says snakes deserve our respect, rather than fear. Jennie Lenman joined Geoff and some participants at a snake handling session last year at the Murray ...
8m Sep 16, 2021
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S1 Ep1433: Murray Mallee Community Passenger Network Expands
The Murray Mallee Community Passenger Network (MMCPN) is expanding to the Rural City of Murray Bridge and Jervois. The Tailem Bend Community Centre (https://www.tbcc.org.au/) offers the Coorong Coaches bus for people who need to get to medical appointments from the Mid Murray, Coorong, Southern Mallee, Karoonda East Murray, Tatiara, Murray Bridge and Jervois regions. CEO at Tailem Bend Commun...
7m Sep 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1433: Health Minister Stephen Wade on SA's COVID Fight
In a national first, SA is this week expanding its home quarantine trial to Australians returning from overseas. Health Minister Stephen Wade joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the trial, the vaccine rollout and community concerns about COVID testing waiting times during the last SA lockdown.
9m Sep 15, 2021
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S1 Ep1432: Mayor Brenton Lewis - Big Plans for Murray River Tourism
Two major announcements (news/local-news/40-local-news/112298-big-plans-approved-for-murray-river-tourism) have been made for Murray Bridge tourism this week; the Sturt Reserve Master Plan and Bridge Watersport Park have both been given the green light for construction. Planning consent has been granted for South Australia’s first water park, while the Rural City of Murray Bridge last night en...
8m Sep 14, 2021
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S1 Ep1431: DVINA Inc Celebrates First Year Helping Murraylands Communities
A community organisation in Murray Bridge that supports all victims of domestic violence is celebrating its first year anniversary on 14 October and the clients that have taken the courage to leave their abusers.  DVINA Inc (https://www.facebook.com/DvinaInc/) - ‘Domestic Violence Is Never Acceptable Incorporated’ - is an op-shop at 1 Standen Street as well as a place for people to receive inf...
8m Sep 13, 2021
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S1 Ep1430: Scarecrow Comp Inspires Murraylands Kids - Podcast
Creative children in Murray Bridge are taking part in a Scarecrow competition in Adelaide. Originally planned for the Royal Adelaide show,  the state-wide scarecrow competition is being judged by Gardening Australia gurus Sophie Thomson and Costa Georgiadis at the Botanic Gardens. Fraser Park Primary R-1 students have made a story book character 'Mr Pockets' from Margaret Wild’s picture book ...
6m Sep 10, 2021
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S1 Ep1429: Talking to Friends About Mental Health
If you need help or want to help a mate, what are the best ways to reach out? Neuropsychologist Dr Hannah Korrel (https://hannahkorrel.com/about/) joins Jennie Lenman to share some tips and discuss the value of a good friendship this R U OK? (http://www.ruok.org.au/) Day. Dr Hannah Korrel is also the author of 'How To Break Up With Friends', a guide to ditching crappy companions. R U OK? has...
6m Sep 09, 2021
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S1 Ep1429: Mt Barker Mayor - Hard Waste Charge, Callington Alpaca Deaths, Funding for Harrogate Rd
Mount Barker District Councillors have voted to commence a user-pay hard waste collection service from mid-2022. At Monday's Council Meeting, members endorsed the provision of a district-wide hard waste service, costing Council $300,000 a year and up to $140 per person, per collection. Mayor Ann Ferguson joins Jennie Lenman to explain the decision in spite of some community opposition. The t...
11m Sep 09, 2021
11m
S1 Ep1428: Instilling in Children a Joy of Reading
This International Literacy Day (8 September) we talk about how to help young people develop a life-long love of reading. Early childhood education specialist Lili-Ann Kriegler (https://www.kriegler-education.com/lili-ann) joins Jennie Lenman to share some tips.
7m Sep 08, 2021
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S1 Ep1427: Scam Alert - Fake Voicemails & COVID Passport SMS
A new phone scam appears to be preying on people’s hopes of enjoying reduced COVID restrictions once they are fully vaccinated Meantime, thousands of people have been receiving scam messages since August about fake missed calls or voicemails. The Commissioner for Consumer Affairs (https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/) , Dini Soulio, joins Jennie Lenman to share information about the latest scams and wh...
7m Sep 07, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1426: SA's Fruit Fly Measures, Gifford Hill Plans, SE Drainage
The skies above metropolitan Adelaide will be filled with up to 20 million sterile fruit flies per week as the State Government ramps up its spring campaign against the insidious pest.  Member for Hammond Adrian Pederick joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the issue, talk about a multi-million dollar investment in Gifford Hill and reveal what he's discovered about water management in the lower Sout...
8m Sep 06, 2021
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S1 Ep1426: Jane Doyle Celebrates Top Ratings on 32nd Anniversary
Newsreader Jane Doyle celebrated her 32nd anniversary with 7NEWS yesterday as the show claimed #1 program of the week in the ratings. Jane read her first bulletin at Seven on August 28, 1989, in the days of typewriters, telex machines and film. Since then she has become one of the most trusted journalists in South Australia.  On today's show, Jennie Lenman shared a highlight from 2019 when sh...
3m Sep 06, 2021
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S1 Ep1425: Scam Alert - Investment Scams on the Rise
Finance and investment scams are catching more people out than ever, with a 53 per cent increase in reports to ACCC this year compared to last. The Commissioner for Consumer Affairs (https://www.cbs.sa.gov.au/) , Dini Soulio, joins Jennie Lenman talk about cryptocurrency scams, ponzi schemes and Imposter bond scams and what consumers can do to protect themselves. More information on scams is ...
9m Sep 02, 2021
9m
S1 Ep1424: Hahndorf's Festival of Intimate Events Starts
The month-long festival Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked. (https://hahndorfsa.org.au/events/) officially starts today, celebrating the historic town's rich linage of artisan culture with more than 300 intimate events and experiences. Marketing Manager for Hahndorf, Mikyla Gilbert, joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the popular festival in its second year, crafted specifically for unc...
5m Sep 01, 2021
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S1 Ep1424: Aged Care Workers Need Higher Pay - Rebekha Sharkie MP
Is it time for a national scheme like the NDIS for Australia's aged care sector? Rebekha Sharkie, the Federal Member for Mayo says that with the recent handing down of the Royal Commission into aged care quality and safety, there should at least be an increase to minimum wage in the industry.  She joins Jennie Lenman to share her thoughts and discuss non-compliance orders against the Strathal...
10m Sep 01, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1423: 'Building a Meaningful Life' in Government House - Hieu Van Le
The Honourable Hieu Van Le AC is stepping down today after serving for seven years as the 35th Governor of South Australia and for seven years prior as Lieutenant Governor. After arriving as a refugee from South Vietnam with his wife Lan in 1977, Mr Le received a business and economics degree at Adelaide University and took on a senior management role with the Australian Securities and Investm...
11m Aug 31, 2021
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S1 Ep1422: Regional Nursing Homes Under Scrutiny - COTA SA
Half of the aged care homes that have been identified as ‘below standard’ in South Australia are in regional areas, prompting calls for better incentives to encourage workers to move to remote locations. The Aged Care Quality Safety Commission (ACQSC) has imposed non-compliance orders against 16 SA aged care homes. including Strathalbyn and District Aged Care, Aminya Village Hostel in Mannum a...
8m Aug 30, 2021
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S1 Ep1421: A Celebration of Murray River Pub Larrikins
As a follow-up to best selling book ‘Pub Yarns’, author and photographer Colin Whelan has taken his motorbike along the entire length of the River Murray to meet the locals at more than fifty hotels. 'Drinking in the Rivers, Vol I: The memorable pubs and unforgettable characters of the Murray and Edward Rivers'  is the name of the book.  He joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to have a yarn a...
17m Aug 26, 2021
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S1 Ep1420: Tony Pasin MP - New Ag VISA, Grant Opportunities & Silo Art
The Federal Government has announced a new Australian Agriculture Visa to build on existing Pacific schemes.  Member for Baker Tony Pasin joins Jennie Lenman to discuss what this means for the agricultural industry in the midst of a worker shortage. The pair also discuss newly announced funding for councils following the Black Summer Bushfires, investment in Murraylands silo art and regional ...
12m Aug 25, 2021
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S1 Ep1420: Considering a Career in Disability Support?
Disability support work offers a fantastic career opportunity to people looking to change jobs or careers or for young people looking to find a fulfilling career. The whole disability sector is looking for skilled and passionate people to join the field, including local non-for-profit Community Living Australia (http://www.claust.com.au/) . Director Client Services, Tina Till, joins Jennie Le...
7m Aug 25, 2021
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S1 Ep1419: Communication is Everyone’s Right - Speech Pathology Week
The theme of this year’s Speech Pathology Week is “Communication is Everyone’s Right". Dianna Bleby from Good Prospects Speech Pathology & Psychology joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about her profession and how it helps those who struggle to communicate.
8m Aug 24, 2021
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S1 Ep1419: How to Avoid Getting Swooped by Magpies - Podcast
As magpie swooping season is underway (https://www.5mu.com.au/news/local-news/40-local-news/112037-how-to-avoid-getting-swooped-by-magpies) in South Australia, pedestrians and cyclists are being reminded to take care around local nests. Department for Environment and Water (DEW) Principal Ecologist, Dr Karl Hillyard said some male magpies defend their nests until the young  birds are ready to ...
3m Aug 24, 2021
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S1 Ep1418: LGA Calls for Better Library Funding Agreement
Local councils have rejected a library funding deal (news/local-news/40-local-news/112013-councils-reject-sa-library-funding-deal) from the State Government following months of negotiations. LGA SA President Angela Evans joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the decision and why libraries need all the support they can get.
5m Aug 23, 2021
5m
S1 Ep1418: Turning Your Kitchen into a Science Lab for Kids
Having fun learning science at home with young people in your life is easy when you know how.  Early childhood education specialist Lili-Ann Kriegler says there's plenty activities you can do in your kitchen that helps to teach children about weight, temperature, texture, light and sound. The author of Edu-Chameleon joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to share some ideas including growing bea...
9m Aug 23, 2021
9m
S1 Ep1417: Wine Trails, Wellbeing & Village Conversations in Alexandrina
Alexandrina Council is exploring the concept of a wine trail in the gorgeous Langhorne Creek region. Mayor Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the plan along with news of community consultations for the draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (mysay.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/DAIP) , Community Wellbeing Advisory Forum (https://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/CWAF) and Village C...
8m Aug 19, 2021
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S1 Ep1417: Mel Dee's Story of Resilience & Positivity
Mel Dee Dzelde has released the first in a series of books for children and adults called AZZURRA: The Dragons of Plenshia. The former radio personality has paired up with illustrator Donna Sharam (https://www.donnasharam.com/) to produce a colourful and heart-felt book about a five-year-old girl with cancer who summons a dragon called Azzurra to help her find strength. Mel has used inspirati...
7m Aug 19, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1416: Clive Palmers Ads, Afghani Support, Billion Trees Shortfall - Rebekha Sharkie MP
Five Federal Crossbench MPs in the Lower House have written a joint letter calling on major media companies to stop publishing Clive Palmer advertisements spreading harmful misinformation. The Member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the campaign in this podcast, along with news in Afghanistan and the Billion Trees for Jobs and Growth Plan, which at the current rate, wou...
10m Aug 18, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1416: Construction Starts on $2.5M Hills Brewery & Restaurant
A new $2.5 million boutique brewery, restaurant and Udder Delight's cheese shop is being built in the Adelaide Hills (news/local-news/40-local-news/111952-construction-starts-on-2-5m-hills-brewery-restaurant) . 'Grunthal Brew' takes over the former Grumpy's Brewhaus site at Verdun which burnt down in 2016. Founder of the new operation and Chief Executive of Udder Delight's Sheree Sullivan joi...
7m Aug 18, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1415: Willunga Farmers Market Wins National Award
The Willunga Farmers Market (https://www.facebook.com/willungafarmersmarket/) has been recognised as the nation’s best at the "virtual" delicious. (https://www.facebook.com/deliciousAUS/?__cft__[0]=AZWxhWYde4rYzSQkB82HL8KoGYszogmmZkq18g0RBvRHQgiCAa50bcoHMxc6THpFvijh8xaOmBkjbnH0YcLrVoOuM4XQ3l3tck2QP2GtsdjHSu_Irq7m2VaRK8l_iK5O2UxZ2Ol_8rXDdKyl6oPOB1pb&__tn__=kK-R) Harvey Norman Produce Awards over...
7m Aug 17, 2021
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S1 Ep1415: COTA's Country Conversations in Murray Bridge
Older people in Murray Bridge are invited to have their say on issues affect them, as part of ‘Country Conversations’ by COTA SA. An initiative of the state’s peak body for older people, Country Conversations (https://www.cotasa.org.au/events/2021/country-conversations-murray-bridge.aspx) will see a listening post pop-up outside Murray Bridge Marketplace from 1.30pm to 3pm on Wednesday 25 Augu...
7m Aug 17, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1414: Talking to Loved Ones Who Believe Conspiracy Theories
With the rise of conspiracy theories and the spread of misinformation, many of us know a friend or family member who has fallen down the "rabbit hole". Listener Tony contacted Jennie with the concern, asking how he could better communicate with misinformed loved ones. Psychologist from CQ University (https://www.cqu.edu.au/) in South Australia and co-host of 'Decoding the Gurus (https://decod...
14m Aug 16, 2021
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S1 Ep1413: Champs Returns With His Guitar
Greg Champion has well and truly settled into South Australia six weeks into his move from Melbourne. The singer, songwriter, comedian and radio personality, adored for his work over four decades with the Coodabeen Champions (https://www.abc.net.au/radio/melbourne/programs/coodabeensfootyshow/) , joins Jennie Lenman for a chat in studio and a couple of live acoustic tunes.
19m Aug 13, 2021
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S1 Ep1413: Studio Purpose Youth Homelessness Project Complete
Construction on Murray Bridge's Studio Purpose partnership project is now complete following several years of collaborative community effort. Two South Australian Housing Authority units have been converted into four welcoming places for young people at risk of homelessness to stay short-term as they transition into independent life. Habitat for Humanity volunteers have been leading construct...
7m Aug 13, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1412: Sleep and Respiratory Care Recall Update
Millions of sleep apnoea machines and mechanical ventilators are being recalled by Philips (https://www.philips.com.au/healthcare/e/sleep/communications/src-update) due to a potential carcinogen.   Owner of CLM Sleep Murray Bridge, Mun Whye Choy, has been working with customers on the recall and is expecting replacements to be sent to his store later this month or early September. He joins J...
7m Aug 12, 2021
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S1 Ep1411: Dreams of Bali and Other Moments of Bliss - SALA
Wendy Glamočak paints as an antidote to her working life as an ABC journalist. Her works at the Stationmaster's Art Gallery in Strathalbyn for SALA (https://www.salafestival.com/artfuel/program/view/5485/wendy-glamoak-dreams-of-bali-and-other-moments-of-bliss ) have been inspired by Bali's landscape, people, dreams, colours, patterns, birds, and the natural world. She joins Jennie Lenman in t...
8m Aug 11, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1411: Murray Bridge Council August Meeting Outcomes
A number of items of discussion for the Rural City of Murray Bridge on Monday's Council meeting. Council received the fourth and final quarterly report on progress against the 2021/22 Annual Business Plan, the Murraylands and Riverland Regional Public Health & Wellbeing Plan was ratified, changes were made to the Tree Management Policy and the Railway Precinct – Historical Railway Buildings – ...
7m Aug 11, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1410: The Value of the 2021 Census
Around ten million households will take part in today's 2021 ABS Census (https://www.census.abs.gov.au/) . It is the 18th time residents across the nation have taken stock of their current living arrangements, preferences and beliefs to help inform future policy decisions and spending priorties for governments as well as contributing to a rich data source for researchers. Demographer from ANU...
8m Aug 10, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1410: How Climate Change Could Impact SA
The most comprehensive climate change report in seven years has found the planet is very likely to warm by 1.5C in the early 2030s, creating serious consequences for health, biodiversity and agriculture. Joining Jennie Lenman to talk about the UN's IPCC report (https://www.ipcc.ch/sr15/) and what it means for South Australia is Flinders University’s global ecology Professor Corey Bradshaw.
8m Aug 10, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1409: How Mt Barker Council is Tackling Growing Pains
Mount Barker is booming and will soon overtake Mount Gambier as SA’s second biggest city behind Adelaide. Mount Barker District Council has a lot of work to do to ensure the region manages its growing pains in the years to come. Mayor Ann Ferguson joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
10m Aug 09, 2021
10m
S1 Ep1409: Strathalbyn's 30th Antiques & Collectables Fair
The charming historic town of Strathalbyn is a go-to destination for antiques. This weekend the town celebrates heritage and history with its 30th Antiques and Collectables Fair, which had to be postponed last year due to COVID restrictions. Linda McLoughlin from the Strathalbyn Tourism Association joins Jennie Lenman to have a chat about what is in store and to discuss the joy of antique col...
7m Aug 09, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1408: Close Encounters Paying Tribute to Natural Wonders
SALA - South Australian Living Artists Festival (https://www.salafestival.com/) is on this month around Adelaide and the regions. 'Close Encounters (https://www.salafestival.com/artfuel/program/view/6250/close-encounters) ', at Stirling's Main Street Cellar and Kitchen, is the outcome of an unexpected encounter between two visual artists from opposite sides of the world, Aurélie de Sousa from ...
7m Aug 05, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1408: Murray Bridge Forum to Tackle Domestic Violence
A forum (https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/domestic-and-family-violence-information-forum-tickets-160720548487) is being held at the Bridgeport Hotel in Murray Bridge on August 26 for service providers and the community. Linda Martin, Chair of the Murray Bridge Regional Collaboration on Violence Against Women and Children, joins Jennie Lenman in studio to discuss what is planned and what you can...
8m Aug 05, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1407: Getting Back into the Workforce
It is not easy getting back into the workforce after taking time out - but it can be done! Workplace expert and author Michelle Gibbings (http://www.michellegibbings.com/) joins Jennie Lenman to share some advice.
7m Aug 03, 2021
7m
S1 Ep1406: Embracing an Ancient and Evolving Culture - Uncle Moogy
Major ‘Moogy’ Sumner, from the Coorong region recently won the 2021 Premier’s NAIDOC Award for his significant service to the Indigenous community and environment. The proud Ngarrindjeri and Kaurna man joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about his work, the significance of ancestors, cultural ceremonies and carving a canoe in a traditional style for the first time in 100 years.
15m Aug 02, 2021
15m
S1 Ep1405: How to Support Your Good Friends
If you need help or want to help a mate, what are the best ways to reach out? Neuropsychologist Dr Hannah Korrel (https://hannahkorrel.com/about/) joins Jennie Lenman to share some tips and discuss the value of a good friendship.   Dr Hannah Korrel is also the author of 'How To Break Up With Friends', a guide to ditching crappy companions To make a pledge to 'Mind Your Mate', head to the Go...
11m Jul 30, 2021
11m
S1 Ep1404: Bushfire Rescue Plan for Vulnerable Hills Residents - Podcast
Adelaide Hills Councillor Leith Mudge has observed a gap in support for vulnerable community members during catastrophic bushfire days. In Tuesday’s Council meeting Cnr Mudge had unanimous for an investigation into protecting older residents, people with disabilities and young people without transport. He joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about it.
8m Jul 29, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1403: Sweet Support for Hills Bushfire Kids
An Adelaide Hills community group has been delivering biscuits and cakes to families impacted by the Black Summer Bushfires during lockdown. Bushfire Kids Connect Founder Carly Ascott joins Jennie Lenman to talk about how she helps bring joy to children's lives. Anyone who has been impacted by bushfire and has not registered is encouraged to do so by emailing bushfirekidsconnect@gmail.com (ma...
9m Jul 28, 2021
9m
S1 Ep1403: SACOSS Tackles Regional Challenges in a COVID World
South Australians have needed more support than ever during the pandemic and associated restrictions. While some city-dwellers and suburbanites are struggling, the situation in the regions can be much worse. The South Australian Council of Social Service (SACOSS (https://www.sacoss.org.au/) ) is heading to Murray Bridge on Monday 2 August to meet with service providers and stakeholders across...
8m Jul 28, 2021
8m
S1 Ep1402: Musical Comedian 'Champs' Moves Back to SA
Greg Champion (https://www.google.com/search?q=greg+champion&oq=Greg+Champion&aqs=chrome.0.0i355j46j0j69i59j46j0j69i61l2.440j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8) , affectionately known as 'Champs' to friends and fans, has been delighting audiences with his songs, musings and satrical comedy for the best part of the past four decades. The sporting enthusiast and Crows fan is finally back in the foothi...
7m Jul 27, 2021
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