A Newsman And His Music
With a career in broadcast journalism spanning five decades, Bayside resident Colin Tyrus brings you his unique blend of talk and music.
Remembering Neale Daniher
Two days before the State Funeral for Neale Daniher at the MCG, Colin Tyrus spoke to Clare Sullivan, CEO of MND Australia who pays tribute to Neale and the Daniher family’s extraordinary fundraising effort for the fight against Motor Neurone Disease. Broadcast on A Newsman and His Music on Monday 8 June 2026 Archival photo: Neale Daniher with Colin Tyrus
Colin talks to a man about a dog
On A Newsman and His Music, Colin often mentions his producer Baxter the Newshound, but it was an Old English Sheepdog named Angus who captured his attention this week. In this podcast, you’ll find out more about Angus from Neil Mackay, President of the Old English Sheepdog Club of Victoria Inc. Photo (supplied): Anne, Angus and Neil More info: oescv.org.au
Marlene is Kingston Citizen of the Year 2026 – podcast
In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Colin Tyrus is speaking to Marlene Nanscawen who’s been named Kingston Citizen of the Year (2026). Marlene is pictured with Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley. Marlene Nanscawen has been recognised for her outstanding volunteer work with Make a Difference Dingley Village (MADDV). As a dedicated volunteer, Marlene contributes countless hours supporting
Glen Eira Mayor Cr Simone Zmood – June 2026 podcast
Catch up on all the latest news from Glen Eira City Council with the mayor Cr Dr Simone Zmood in this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (1 June 2026). More info: gleneira.vic.gov.au
BCER named Kingston Community Group of 2026
In this podcast, Deb Brook from Bayside Community Emergency Relief (BCER) talks about the honour of being named Kingston Community Group of the Year 2026. Deb is pictured (centre) in the photo with Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley and volunteers. Formed in response to the 2020 bushfires, the entirely volunteer-run charity has provided vital support to thousands of people across
Kingston Mayor on air – 1 June 2026 podcast
In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (1 June 2026) you can hear all the latest news from Kingston City Council direct from the Mayor, Cr Georgina Oxley. The mayor is pictured with 2026 Kingston Citizen of the Year Marlene Nanscawen who’s been recognised for her outstanding volunteer work with Make a Difference Dingley Village. Topics in this