Legendary Australian band Spiderbait drummer and singer Kram talks to Craig Francis about headlining the upcoming Croxton Park Bandroom ‘Block Party’. Kram also chats about the band’s humble beginnings and subsequent global success following their iconic cover of ‘Black Betty’, and having his children join the band on stage in recent gigs.
Read moreOne unexpected sight on the horse trails in and near Bayside are ponies from Iceland. Local owner, Sara Joquist, adores the breed and rides her ponies in the area regularly. Clare Arthurs asked her about the animals and their unique traits.
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Lucija Valentic, local optician and eye health expert, talks to Craig Francis about the significant impact that increased screen time is having on children and adults alike. Lucija gives her recommendations on what we should be doing about this issue, as well as more general advice on how to look after our eyes.
Read moreBEST MEDICINE – 23/9/25 – Ride for the Kids – Brainwave; the impacts of chronic pain on students & teachers & what to do. Please join me, Gaytana ALSO: let’s wear a mask to protect ourselves & others from Covid, RSV & more. Looking out for each other that’s what community does. G
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On this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (22 September 2025), Colin’s studio guest is the Deputy Mayor of Bayside Cr Debbie Taylor-Haynes. Cr Haynes provides updates on a range of issues and council initiatives, including: Support for Sandringham Historical Society, Council resolution on antisemitism, Activity Centres Program Consultation, Holloway Beach – proposed alcohol ban, Highett Village Green, Wangara
Read moreJohn Archibald Dixon Swan OAM, better known as ‘Swanee‘ is a highly renowned Australian singer who has been working in the music business since he was 14 years of age. Starting off as a drummer in Lynn “Ciao Baby” Randell’s band, he then progressed to many other bands until starting a successful solo singing career in 1979. Swanee enjoyed huge
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