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.
Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley – June 2026 podcast
In this podcast, Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley is chatting to Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus about all the latest news from Kingston City Council. For more details on the topics visit these links: Council backs proven leader for Kingston’s future Kingston calls on State to rethink Aspendale crossing design Better decisions start with community voices Community priorities front and
Bayside Mayor – June 2026 podcast
Catch up on all the latest news from Bayside City Council in this podcast featuring Bayside Mayor Cr Debbie Taylor-Haynes speaking to Colin Tyrus on A Newsman and His Music (Monday 22 June 2026). Topics include: Annual Budget Rates / Relief for financial hardship Council Plan Appointment of Independent Member for Bayside Care and Support Advisory Committee Dupain and Adams
James Newbury: From One Nation to sausage sizzles and a whole lot more
Southern FM Newsman Colin Tyrus snagged another interview with Liberal Member for Brighton James Newbury and topping the agenda was the overnight (apparent) defection of Liberal MP Colleen Harkin to One Nation. James Newbury also talks about crime and (lack of) punishment, his fight against high-density housing for Bayside, and how he helped to reinstate the footpath barbecue in front
We salute Steve Laffan, OAM
Local football and cricket stalwart Steve Laffan has been awarded the Order of Australia Medal in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours list. Have a listen to the inspirational story of Stephen F Laffan OAM in this podcast from A Newsman and His Music with Colin Tyrus. Broadcast 15 June 2026 on 88.3 Southern FM
Nick Staikos hits One Nation’s anti-worker policies
The Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos says One Nation is funded by a billionaire but opposes pay rises for working Victorians. In this podcast, you’ll hear his views on the lead up to the November State Election and the latest projects to enhance sports grounds and schools in his electorate. Nick Staikos is also the Minister for Housing & Building and
Stephen Hall set for Storytelling Festival
Southern FM’s Wednesday Breakfast presenter Stephen Hall took time out of his Monday morning for a chat with Colin Tyrus on A Newsman and His Music. Why? Because Stephen wants you to come to his show For the Term of His Natural Lies during the Glen Eira Storytelling Festival. The show will be at Glen Eira Town Hall on 24