The Bridgeport Hotel in Murray Bridge is hosting an open forum on October 7 about the need for sustainable domestic violence services in the Murray Mallee region. Organiser Annette Korzeba joins Jennie Lenman to discuss. For further information about the forum contact 0422 411 123 In an emergency contact 000. For advice and information relating to domestic violence or other safety concerns you may have, contact one of the following services: 1800RESPECT (National 24/7 helpline): 1800 737 732 Dom...
Sep 30, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1442
The Yackandandah community in regional Victoria has collectively established energy security since 2014 by setting up microgrids, a solar network and battery and a community energy retailer. Rebekha Sharkie MP joins Jennie Lenman in this chat to discuss the inspiring movement, talk about an RDA report out today on traffic congestion in the Adelaide Hills and speak about her plans to tackle unfair admin fees by MyAgedCare providers.
Sep 29, 2021•13 min•Ep. 1441
The Middleton Tavern has just had exciting development plans approved, including the construction of a beer garden and raised deck overlooking the beach. Following years of planning and a recent consultation with the community, the Fleurieu Regional Assessment panel has given owners the green light to commence redevelopment. Manager Nigel Mack joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss. Listen here or read more about it on our local news page ....
Sep 29, 2021•4 min•Ep. 1441
The Murray Bridge Basketball Stadium could be converted into a multi-purpose stadium in future. Member for Barker Tony Pasin MP is advocating for federal funding. He joins Jennie Lenman in studio to talk about the plan, discuss the latest with the Thomas Foods International rebuild and hear about new facilities at Tyndale Christian School.
Sep 28, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1440
Tom Waits is a prolific American singer, songwriter, composer, and actor with a unique voice. This Saturday from 7pm, Harry Van Venetie and his band pay tribute to the musical genius with their production ' The Fat Man Of Love Tips His Hat To Tom Waits ’. Harry joins Jennie Lenman in studio with Musical Director and guitarist Charli Holoubek for a chat and to perform some live songs....
Sep 27, 2021•15 min•Ep. 1439
Some Strathalbyn residents have expressed concern with the quality of recent streetscape works as part of Alexandrina's eight-stage revitalisation. Mayor Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss Council's plans to address the issue. Mayor Parkes and Jennie also discuss the draft Goolwa Wharf Precinct Master Plan (which is now out for consultation at mysay.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/gwp ), the community call for a Middleton Foreshore Master Plan, and news of the CEO Glenn Rappensber...
Sep 23, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1438
After a year off, the Murray Bridge Show is back this Saturday. Joining Jennie Lenman to talk about the Agricultural & Horticultural event of the year is President Geoff Gale.
Sep 23, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1438
As communities across Australia still grapple with the aftermath of the devastating black summer bushfires, researchers are warning more needs to be done to support the long-term mental health and personal wellbeing of first responders and their families. A new study ‘ After the Fires ’ suggests targeted mental health and wellbeing resources need to be developed and volunteers involved in extensive diaststers need more financial support. Flinders University mental health advocate Professor Sharo...
Sep 22, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1437
Big things are happening in the electorate of Hammond at the moment. The State Government has announced a Murray Bridge school will receive $5m for upgrades, a waterpark has been approved for the Rural City, the Sturt Reserve Masterplan plans have been released and Gifford Hill is undergoing major works. Local member Adrian Pederick MP joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the news, along with new vaccination laws for truck drivers.
Sep 22, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1437
The Member for Mayo plans to reintroduce legislation in the next sitting of parliament to ban unsolicited text messages from politicians. More than 4,000 people have submitted complaints to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), about messages from former Liberal MP-turned- United Australia Party (UAP) member, Craig Kelly. Rebekha Sharkie MP joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the plan and to share her thoughts on the Federal Government's decision to scrap a $90 bil...
Sep 21, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1436
Time for Kids , 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 environment with healthy relationships, physical activity, and skill development opportunities. Program Manager, Nikki Hartman, joins Jennie Lenman to discuss. Regis...
Sep 21, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1435
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 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 Bridge Natural Resources Centre.
Sep 16, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1434
The Murray Mallee Community Passenger Network (MMCPN) is expanding to the Rural City of Murray Bridge and Jervois. The Tailem Bend Community Centre 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 Community Centre, Tammy Shepherd, joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the service and put a call out for volunteer drivers. Call 8572 3513 t...
Sep 15, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1433
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.
Sep 15, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1433
Two major announcements 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 endorsed major $34 million plans for upgrades at Sturt Reserve. Rural City of Murray Bridge Mayor Brenton Lewis joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss....
Sep 14, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1432
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 - ‘Domestic Violence Is Never Acceptable Incorporated’ - is an op-shop at 1 Standen Street as well as a place for people to receive information in a crisis. Founder and Director Mellissa McInerney and Centre Manager Bonita Swart join Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss. D...
Sep 13, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1431
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 'The Pocket Dogs', while kindy kids have created a CFS firefighter, Joining Jennie Lenman at the school fo...
Sep 10, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1430
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 this R U OK? 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 developed FREE resources to help you encourage everyone in your school, workplace and community to think about who in their world might need to be asked how they’re ...
Sep 09, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1429
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 two also discuss the council's investigation into the death of three pet alpacas at Callington Family Day C...
Sep 09, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1429
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 joins Jennie Lenman to share some tips.
Sep 08, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1428
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 , Dini Soulio, joins Jennie Lenman to share information about the latest scams and what consumers can do to protect themselves. More information on scams is on the Scamwatch website , including how to make a report and ...
Sep 07, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1427
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 South East of SA.
Sep 06, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1426
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 she had a chat with Jane to find out more about her career.
Sep 06, 2021•3 min•Ep. 1426
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 , 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 on the Scamwatch website , including how to make a report and where to get help . You can also contact CBS on 131 882....
Sep 02, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1425
The month-long festival Hahndorf. Handmade. Handcrafted. Handpicked. 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 uncertain COVID-times.
Sep 01, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1424
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 Strathalbyn and District Aged Care facility.
Sep 01, 2021•10 min•Ep. 1424
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 Investments Commission His Excellency has worked as Chair of the SA Multicultural and Ethnic Affairs Commission...
Aug 31, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1423
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 and Aldinga Beach Court. CEO of COTA SA, Jane Mussared, joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about...
Aug 30, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1422
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 about it and the stories he's learned along the way. Drinking in the Rivers Vol I by Colin Whelan, New Holla...
Aug 26, 2021•17 min•Ep. 1421
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 road safety.
Aug 25, 2021•12 min•Ep. 1420
