Federal Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie has been brought to tears in Parliament talking about her family’s experience with mitochondrial disease, In the hope of passing Maeve's Law in the coming days, the Centre Alliance member spoke on Monday about her grandson Liam who was born premature in February 2021 due to an extremely rare form of mitochondrial disease, phosphoglycerate kinase deficiency. Another issue being debated in Parliament today is the contentious Religious Discrimination Bill. Ms...
Dec 01, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1482
Fleurieu Peninsula residents may notice a change in how their water tastes in the coming weeks. From today, 1 December, SA Water is switching from chlorine to chloramine to disinfect water from the Myponga Reservoir for all users. SA Water’s Senior Manager of Water Expertise and Research Dr Daniel Hoefel joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss the issue and allay some fears from the community about whether the water is safe. Read more on the story on our local news page and for more detai...
Dec 01, 2021•6 min•Ep. 1482
There are concerns in Mannum about emergency health services in the region. More than 120 residents have signed a petition for better coverage and for the ambulance station to be fully funded. Task Driver Coordinator with the Retired Officers Association Ken Jenkins joins Jennie Lenman to discuss the issue.
Nov 30, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1481
Murray Bridge Councillor Airlie Keen is contesting the seat of Hammond as an Independent candidate in the 2022 state election in SA. The Councillor has been working as a staffer for the Member for Kavel Dan Cregan, who has recently defected from the Liberal Party to become an Independent MP and has unseated Josh Teague as the Speaker of Parliament. She joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about what changes she'd like to make. Find out more about Airlie Keen and get in touch via her Faceb...
Nov 30, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1480
The peak body for older South Australians has released a policy wishlist in the lead-up to the March 2022 State Election in SA. Ageing in country SA, digital inclusion, tackling ageism, employment, health and housing are among seven priority areas and 18 recommendations in COTA SA's State Election Platform . Chief Executive Jane Mussared joins Jennie Lenman in the podcast to discuss....
Nov 29, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1479
There are a lot of options for gifts for young people these days, but not all of them have the added bonus of helping young brains develop. To share some tips this present-buying season, education specialist Lili-Ann Kriegler , joins Jennie Lenman.
Nov 29, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1479
A Dog’s Best Friend is an adorable collection of true tales of pooches and their unlikely best friends. It is the latest in a series of feel-good dog related stories by multi-award winning journalist from South Australia, Laura Greaves. She joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for a chat about it.
Nov 25, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1478
Some facilities and festivals have a COVID vaccine mandate now and into the future. In this podcast, Jennie Lenman finds out from Services Australia General Manager Hank Jongen how to get digital or paper proof of vaccination status. Click on this SA Health website link for more detailed run down on how to add your COVID-19 digital certificate to the mySA Gov app. For Australian Immunisation Register enquiries, including requesting paper certificates, contact 1800 653 809. For more information, ...
Nov 25, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1478
Australians have already lost about $12.9 million to online shopping so far this year, and the ACCC is urging consumers to watch out for dodgy deals as pre-holiday sales approach. Scamwatch has received over 26,000 reports of online shopping scams, more than the total reported through all of 2020. ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard joins Jennie Lenman to talk about the phenomenon and share some tips for avoiding getting duped. More information on scams is on the Scamwatch website , including how to...
Nov 23, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1477
Devotion is the third novel written by Adelaide Hills-based internationally bestselling author, Hannah Kent. She joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about the fictional love story exploring the lives of two women escaping persecution in Prussia by settling in South Australia in 1838.
Nov 22, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1476
The fruit fly outbreak in metro Adelaide in 2019 and the Riverland in 2020 continues to pose a significant threat to SA's horticulture industry. With a significant effort from PIRSA, local consumers and horticulturalists, SA is working to eradicate the pest. Nick Secomb, General Manager of the Fruit Fly Response program at PIRSA joins Jennie Lenman to discuss. Read more about SA's fruit fly response and see outbreak maps at fruitfly.sa.gov.au ....
Nov 18, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1475
The Mid Murray Council is tapping into the stellar potential of the region’s International Dark Sky Reserve with a new Astro Tourism Strategy . The only one of its kind in Australia, the River Murray Dark Sky Reserve was formally accredited in late 2019 and remains one of the darkest – and best – places to view the wonders of the night sky in the world. Council is developing a masterplan for the area to identify areas to step up tourism facilities, including viewing platforms, an observatory and...
Nov 18, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1475
The Tailem Bend Christmas Parade Committee is finalising this year’s event today. On Saturday December 11, the Parade will meander through the streets and come to the people. The Grinch plans to return, but at least Father Christmas got his VISA this time and will be there too. The much-loved Wonderland will also be open again in the three days leading up to the Parade so that the children can meet Father Christmas. Wonderland Coordinator Tim Minahan joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about what's p...
Nov 17, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1474
There has been some progress in the Alexandrina Council with the opening of the Strathalbyn Pool following weeks of delays and a very strong response from the community on a draft Masterplan for the major Goolwa Wharf Redevelopment. The local Surf Life Saving Clubs are also getting some attention from Council. Mayor Keith Parkes joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to talk about these stories and what’s planned for the holiday season ahead.
Nov 17, 2021•10 min•Ep. 1474
Cannabis tax revenue and weed tourism would be of great economic benefit to South Australia, according to SA's Greens MLC Tammy Franks. Ms Franks plans to introduce legislation in SA's Parliament this week to legalise recreational use of cannabis in SA for adults, and to allow the cultivation of up to six plants at home. She joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss her pitch to make SA a region of “fine food, wine and weed from our clean green environment”. For free and confidential advice...
Nov 16, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1473
Tickets are now available for the Nairne Community Carols on Saturday 11 December. The annual event at the local school oval won the Mt Barker District Council 'Community Event of the Year Award' in 2020. Carols Coordinator Kelly Richardson joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss what's planned. Father Christmas will also make an appearance at the event. Book a spot for the free event and find out more here- Nairne Community Carols ....
Nov 16, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1473
The community has come together to generously support a young South Coast family who have just discovered their newborn boy has a rare form of cancer. Four days ago, Sarah Joanne White, her husband Simon and their daughter Aria found out that Asha, born 23 October, has Neuroblastoma. Chop It Axe Throwing Alley Victor Harbor is holding a fundraising event tonight, Monday 15 November, 4-8pm with all proceeds going directly to the family. Barry Dewson from Chop It joins Jennie Lenman in this podcas...
Nov 15, 2021•4 min•Ep. 1472
Murray Bridge businesses plan to hire at least 700 extra workers next year, but due to a significant rental housing shortage and long delays in the construction industry, workers may find themselves with nowhere to live. The Murraylands Food Alliance and Business Murray Bridge have been surveying workers about their current situations. Council will use the results to help prioritise the development of a worker housing strategy. Rural City of Murray Bridge Mayor Brenton Lewis says the issue prese...
Nov 15, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1472
SA Veteran Chad McLaren joined the Australian Defence Force (ADF) in his early twenties, served in the Army in Timor, then became a medic and joined the Navy. After leaving the Australian Defence Force 10 years later, Chad found camaraderie in community sporting clubs and founded a charity called Walk for a Veteran Inc. which raises money and awareness for veterans, defence force personnel and front line workers with PTSD. He joins Jennie Lenman this Remembrance Day to share his story. PTSD supp...
Nov 11, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1471
The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong Tourism Alliance (MRLCTA) has been recognised for their work in promoting the exceptional region at the 2021 SA Tourism Awards. The win this month signals back-to-back success for the alliance, after taking home gold the same category back at the last Tourism Awards in 2019. There is a lot the region has to offer Australian and international visitors alike now and into the future when borders reopen. MRLC Tourism Development Manager Bill Nehmy joins Jennie Len...
Nov 11, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1471
Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie says the Federal Government needs to do more than install 50,000 charging stations in Australian households if it wants to incentivise the take-up of electric vehicles. The Centre Alliance MP joins Jennie Lenman to share her thoughts on the issue and discuss some funding opportunities in the region, with tips on how to write the best grant applications. To watch a recording of the Grant Writing Workshop or find out more about the Stronger Communities Programme, he...
Nov 10, 2021•11 min•Ep. 1470
Mannum Dragon Boat Club has been selected to host the Annual Regional Hat Regatta with Dragon Boat SA on Saturday 12 February. Joining Jennie Lenman for a chat about what is in store is Mannum Dragon Boat Club Assistant Secretary and Public Officer, Colleen Walker and Promotions Officer Sue French.
Nov 10, 2021•4 min•Ep. 1470
A positive community movement has expanded from the Fleurieu Peninsula to Australia and parts of the world since started 9 years ago. Grow Free is a movement by Strathalbyn resident Andrew Barker who believes food should be free, organic and locally grown. Ahead of the first Grow Free Festival this weekend at the beautiful grounds of Glenbarr, he joins Jennie Lenman for a chat about it....
Nov 09, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1469
Member for Hammond Adrian Pederick says defecting members of parliament should pay back the Liberal party for election campaign money. The Liberal MP described Hills MP Dan Cregan's recent defection and move to the parliamentary speaker role as “ the biggest dog act" he'd ever seen. Mr Pederick joins Jennie Lenman to discuss his thoughts on the topic, discuss the Karoonda health crisis and talk about SA plans for reopening SA....
Nov 08, 2021•12 min•Ep. 1468
President of Goolwa’s Surf Life Saving Club, Matt Burrage, has taken out a national award . The Middleton resident won the prestigious DHL Surf Lifesaver of the Year award at virtual ceremony on Saturday 6 November. Matt joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for a chat about it. Read more about Matt's win on the local news page of our website , or find out more about volunteering opportunities via the Goolwa Surf Life Saving Club website ....
Nov 08, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1468
Milang local Duncan Russell has written and published his first book, a collection of short stories called Laugh Out Loud . He joins Jennie Lenman in studio to share some anedotes from the book and to talk about his writing process.
Nov 05, 2021•9 min•Ep. 1467
CHOICE has awarded the 'Airline Customer Advocate' a Shonky Award for leaving Australians stranded. The airline-industry funded scheme that is meant to solve consumers problems has no teeth and no real value, according to the consumer group. CHOICE has named the worst services and products today in their annual Shonky Awards. Managing Editor Marg Rafferty joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for a chat about Airline Customer Advocate and the other culprits making the top 5. CHOICE has a campaign ...
Nov 04, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1466
The community is invited to make strides towards a cancer-free future at the Adelaide Hills Relay for Life this Saturday and Sunday at Johnston Memorial Oval in Balhannah. Samara and 15 of her friends will be participating as one of the teams at the 19 hour relay, and have so far raised more than 91% of their $6,500 goal . The mother of one has recently received surgery for thyroid cancer, which has turned her world upside down. Samara joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast for a chat about it. Sup...
Nov 04, 2021•5 min•Ep. 1466
A solid proposal has been put forward for a rail link from Mount Barker to Adelaide, which would cost a fraction of the State Government’s own $6b to $12b estimate. Infrastructure SA is considering a $317m project utilising the existing freight line, proposed and costed by former Australian National Rail engineer Douglas McCarty. He joins Jennie Lenman in this podcast to discuss....
Nov 03, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1465
If you’ve fallen victim to a scam, you’re not the only one. The head of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) Reece Kershaw has told Senate Estimates even his family has fallen victim to voice scams and that he has almost fallen victim to one too. He is now on a mission to tackle his 'pet peeve' by fighting scams through the controversial Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identify and Disrupt) Act 2021. The Commissioner for Consumer Affairs , Dini Soulio, joins Jennie Lenman to talk about it and...
Nov 02, 2021•8 min•Ep. 1464
