On Pinder’s Ponderings (23 October 2025) Beverley’s guests were Joel Quartermain from Eskimo Joe and emerging singer/songwriter Will Hopkins, along with semi-regular guest John Hopkins. This podcast includes two live performances from Will. Podcast 3 = First Hour; Podcast 4 = Second Hour
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In this podcast, Claire Emmanuel from Better Health Network previews Gambling Harm Awareness Week (27 Oct – 2 Nov 2025), an annual event to help people understand the risks of gambling. The 2025 campaign ‘Set before you bet’, focuses on how setting limits can reduce someone’s risk of experiencing gambling harm. It also provides tips to help people understand the
Read moreWRITE NOW – 23/10/25 – Lindy Cameron of Sisters in Crime & Clan Destine Press; later Suzanne Leal re her award winning YA novel: The Year We Escaped. Please join me, Gaytana ALS: let’s wear a mask to protect ourselves & others from COVID & other nasty viruses. Looking out for each other that’s what community does. G
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A record crowd turned out for the October open day at the Bay Road Heathland Sanctuary with rare flowers still in bloom. The area is one of few original bushland areas to survive since colonial settlement. Despite being surrounded by apartments and sports fields, it’s an important area for biodiversity and a significant seed bank. The Convenor of the
Read moreThe Melbourne PC User Group has grown to become much more than advice for people keen on computers and fixing problems. Whether you’re a gamer, a digital artist, or just keen to connect with other people interested in technology, the Bayside club has something for you. David Stonier-Gibson explains.
Read moreJust some of the stories heard this week with Clare Arthurs, Wednesday 12-2. A new career at 70 Ian Benskin retrained as a gym instructor after he retired from finance. He spoke to Sophia Grant. Art Appreciation Artist Jessica Watson-Thorp on Clarice Beckett. Money and mental well-being Money Coach Megan Christie has tips for a healthy outlook on money.
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