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 . Director Client Services, Tina Till, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss.
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.
As magpie swooping season is underway 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 fly. He shares some tips with Jennie in this podcast.
Local councils have rejected a 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.
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 beans and crystals, making water xylophones and watching colourful water 'walk' from one jar into another....
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 , Community Wellbeing Advisory Forum and Village Conversations ....
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 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 inspiration from her own journey with cancer for the book. She joins Jennie Lenman to talk about it. You can buy AZZURA at donnasharam.com.au , A...
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, would take 350 years to achieve. Find out more about Rebekha Sharkie and respond to her surveys on our webs...
A new $2.5 million boutique brewery, restaurant and Udder Delight's cheese shop is being built in the Adelaide Hills . '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 joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the news.
The Willunga Farmers Market has been recognised as the nation’s best at the "virtual" delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards overnight. General Manager of the Market Jenni Mitton joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the great news. The market runs 8am-12pm each Saturday at Willunga High School. For more information visit the Willunga Farmers Market Facebook page or their website https://bit.ly/3j3qlMf ....
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 will see a listening post pop-up outside Murray Bridge Marketplace from 1.30pm to 3pm on Wednesday 25 August. COTA SA Chief Executive Jane Mussared joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the plan....
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 in South Australia and co-host of ' Decoding the Gurus ', Matthew Browne, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss....
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 , joins Jennie Lenman for a chat in studio and a couple of live acoustic tunes.
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 construction work and ac.care is preparing to welcome the first young people into the property next week. CEO of a...
Millions of sleep apnoea machines and mechanical ventilators are being recalled by Philips 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 Jennie Lenman to discuss the news. To find out more about the recall, head to the Philips Australia website ....
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 have been inspired by Bali's landscape, people, dreams, colours, patterns, birds, and the natural world. She joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for a chat. Wendy Glamočak Dreams of Bali and other moments of bliss at Stationmaster's Art Gallery 20 South Tce, Strathalbyn 31 Jul - 25 Aug Mon-Sun 10am-4pm...
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 – Community Land Management Plan was considered. CEO Michael Sedgman joins Jennie Lenman in this podca...
Around ten million households will take part in today's 2021 ABS Census . 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, Dr Liz Allen, joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss this year's census and whether we should be concerned about privacy issues....
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 and what it means for South Australia is Flinders University’s global ecology Professor Corey Bradshaw.
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.
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 collecting.
SALA - South Australian Living Artists Festival is on this month around Adelaide and the regions. ' 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 France/Portugal and Marsha Wajer from the Adelaide Hills. Jennie Lenman heads to the exhibition ahead of Saturday night's opening party , to find out more....
A forum 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 do if you know someone experiencing DV. Register for the Forum at Eventbrite . If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or visi...
It is not easy getting back into the workforce after taking time out - but it can be done! Workplace expert and author Michelle Gibbings joins Jennie Lenman to share some advice.
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.
If you need help or want to help a mate, what are the best ways to reach out? Neuropsychologist Dr Hannah Korrel 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 Gotcha 4 Life website . In a crisis, Life Line can offer support on 13 11 14....
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.
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
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 ) is heading to Murray Bridge on Monday 2 August to meet with service providers and stakeholders across the Hills and Murray Mallee Region to discuss what they consider to be key issues for their communities. CEO Ross Womersley joins Je...
Greg Champion , 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 foothills of Adelaide after living in Melbourne for most of his career. He joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about the move, lockdown and to reflect on his career with the Coodabeen Champions ....
