Who was the first reporter on the scene at the 1978 CHOGM terrorist bombing (above), interrupted a news bulletin to report on John Lennon’s death, led the ABC news teams nationally, was a 3AW stalwart, and is the voice of Yarra Trams? Southern FM’s Colin Tyrus, of course. Colin joined Alli Harding on South of the River on Sunday
Read moreBreast cancer survivor Sophie van Haalen (left) and her sister Emily Jabour (right) joined Alli Harding in the studio today to discuss the emotional and physical impact of the disease on the patient, and their family and friends. Sophie, 37, was living a ‘pretty much perfect’ life when she was suddenly diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer in May last
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If you missed our local and live broadcast from The Great Bayside Swim at Brighton Beach on the Australia Day public holiday, have a listen to the podcast here. Presenters Alli Harding, John Cotterell and Colin Tyrus interview swimmers, sponsors, local politicians and more. 88.3 Southern FM was proud to be the official broadcast partner of the event, organised by
Read moreMerry Christmas Eve! Alli Harding will be in the studio today from 2pm to 4pm, playing some great tracks and revisiting some favourite interviews with locals from throughout the year. Tune in to listen to actors Ian Bliss and Jacquie Brennan, beekeeper extraordinaire Helen, holiday house-swapper Karen, and fossil hunter Ben. Let Alli know if you have a favourite
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Southern FM was local and live at the 2023 Sandy Festival “Always Live, End of the Line” on Saturday 2 December 2023. Thanks to Sandringham Village Traders Association, our community radio station did a four-hour broadcast from a prime location in front of Sandringham Railway Station. Have a listen to the podcast here. Top Audio Player: 2 PM to 4
Read moreLocal Irish band Saoirse joined Alli Harding in the studio on Sunday 15 October to chat about upcoming gigs, including one with The Bushwackers, the iconic Australian band that has been entertaining fans for 50 (yes, 50) years. The Bushwackers are playing on 19 November from 5pm to 9pm at Mary McKillop Hall, in Fernhill Road, Sandringham. Anthony O’Neill
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