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.
Nick Staikos on Southern FM – December 2025 podcast
The Member for Bentleigh and Minister for Local Government and Consumer Affairs, Nick Staikos has made his final appearance for the year on Southern FM’s A Newsman and His Music program with Colin Tyrus. In this podcast from the broadcast on 8 December 2025, Nick talks about the Melbourne Metro Tunnel, new laws to crackdown on “under-quoting” by real estate
Colin’s musical journey through London
In this podcast, Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus recalls his recent visit to London, featuring some magnificent music from The Band of the Irish Guards, including a recital by the band’s principal clarinettist Sergeant David Wong (pictured with pianist Jacqueline Li and Colin Tyrus).
Sign up now for the Kieser Great Bayside Swim
In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, physiotherapist Steven Ooi has some tips to help you prepare for The Kieser Great Bayside Swim on the Australia Day long weekend 2026. You can sign up for the event by visiting: greatbaysideswim.com.au More information: kieser.com.au
Glen Eira Mayor Simon Zmood on the air – October podcast 2025
Glen Eira Mayor Cr Simone Zmood makes her final appearance on Southern FM’s A Newsman and His Music, before the mayoral election in November. Cr Zmood is pictured with Glen Eira Emeritus Mayor Jim Magee and Southern FM president Colin Tyrus (right). Have a listen to the podcast to catch up with all the latest news and events in the
Kingston Mayor’s update – October 2025 podcast
In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music you can catch up with all the latest news from the City of Kingston with the Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley, speaking to Colin Tyrus. Broadcast 27 October 2025
BTC presents The Good Life
In this podcast, you’ll hear Jo Gabriel, the director of Brighton Theatre Company’s production of The Good Life by Jeremy Sams. This wonderful comedy, based on the TV series of the same name, is on stage at BTC Theatre, Brighton Town Hall from 7 to 22 November 2025. More info: brightontheatre.com.au