Community champion Leanne Maloni and leading stem cell scientist Dr Nirali Shah are the joint Kingston Women of the Year for 2025. Photo (L-R): Dr Nirali Shah, Mayor Georgina Oxley, Leanne Maloni. Click on the media players to hear the award winners speaking with Southern FM’s Colin Tyrus on A Newsman and His Music (Monday 24 March 2025). Player 1
Read moreWrite Now – 6/3/25 – International Women’s Day; Catherine Greer re her latest novel: The Bittersweet Bakery Cafe. Please join me, Gaytana ALSO: let’s wear a mask to protect ourselves & others from COVID. Looking out for each other – that’s what community does. G
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Local musician Ruby Mae talks to Craig Francis about her musical background and influences, and discusses her latest musical releases. Ruby also previews her performance as part of St Kilda’s inaugural Roar Fest, coinciding with International Women’s Day and celebrating women in music, with ambassadors including Kate Ceberano AM, Ella Hopper and Tania Doko.
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Amy Salisbury and Nimita Bagadia are the 2024 City of Kingston Women of the Year. Kingston Mayor Jenna Davey-Burns presented the awards at the annual International Women’s Day (IWD) event at Kingston City Hall. In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Amy Salisbury is speaking with Colin Tyrus.
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Jessica Lewington from UN Women Australia talks to Craig Francis about the history and significance of International Women’s Day, particularly in modern day Australia. Jessica also discusses the work of UN Women Australian in celebrating the day itself as well as their ongoing efforts in standing up for women’s rights.
Read moreWRITE NOW – tonight 9/3/23 – Megan Norris will talk with me about her latest book: The Messiah’s Bride. Please join me, Gaytana ALSO: we’re asked to wear a mask to protect ourselves & OTHERS from COVID. Looking out for each other – that’s what community does. G
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