In this month’s podcast from The Community Block on 88.3 Southern FM, Sandybeach Centre volunteer Anna Haranas talks to Elana Pedersen about her role as a volunteer at the centre. You’ll also hear the latest news from CEO Chris Hill as we near the end of another successful year at Sandybeach Centre. More info: sandybeach.org.au Broadcast 12 November 2024
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Gambing Harm Awareness Week (18 to 24 November 2024) puts the spotlight on gambling harm within our community. It encourages discussion about how gambling affects individuals, families and the community. In this podcast, Claire Emmanuel (pictured) from Better Health Network explains that help is available to people who are experiencing difficulties as a result of gambling harm. For more information
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Dr Liam Davies, RMIT lecturer and research fellow, talks to Craig Francis about the recent announcements on planned ‘activity centres’ in Bayside and beyond. Liam discusses the background to Melbourne’s housing challenges, the idea behind the recently announced new activity centres, and gives his thoughts on some considerations around ongoing planning decisions.
Read moreBEST MEDICINE – today 12/11/24 – Samantha Wills re her book: Marigold’s Magic Stars; Dr Christian Verdilecchio re Cholesterol Awareness Week. Please join me, Gaytana. ALSO: let’s wear a mask to protect ourselves & others from COVID, Whooping Cough & more. Looking out for each other – that’s what community does. G
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Dr Mark Schroffel, President of Bentleigh-Cheltenham RSL, talks to Craig Francis about the significance of Remembrance Day for veterans past and present, and how the RSL continues to work to support veterans, their families and their communities.
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Mackenzie Dunn, producer of the upcoming Melbourne musical ‘One Day in September’, talks to Craig Francis about the fictional story of Sam Thompson, a gay professional AFL footballer grappling with his personal and private lives. Mackenzie also discusses her own current and upcoming roles in Grease and in Annie.
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