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In this podcast from The Community Block (19 May 2026), Claire Emmanuel from Better Health Network’s Gamblers Help Southern is chatting to Colin Tyrus about a free school education program, Be Ahead of the Game. It’s helping secondary school students to think critically about gambling. Informed by the latest research, the program not only teaches young people about the risks and realities of gambling, but supports parents, carers and educators to talk to kids about it. More info: gamblershelpsouthern.org.auRelated Posts: How to avoid gambling harm – podcast Gambling Harm Awareness Week Gamblers Help Southern on The Community Block Gambler’s Help Southern is here for you Meet Paul from Gamblers Help Southern

To mark National Volunteer Week (18 to 24 May 2026), the CEO of Volunteering Victoria Geoff Sharp is speaking to Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus (in this podcast from A Newsman and His Music). This year's theme, Your Year to Volunteer, highlights how Australians are continuing to support their communities in more flexible and informal ways. While rising living costs and time pressures are changing how people engage, volunteering remains essential to community wellbeing – from community radio to helping neighbours and coaching local sport to supporting fundraisers and contributing skills online.Related Posts: Thanks to our volunteers BEST MEDICINE BEST MEDICINE

Eloise Worledge was eight-years-old when she went missing from the bedroom of her Beaumaris family home during the night of 12 January 1976. Eloise has never been seen or heard from since. Her aunt Margie Thomas holds onto hope that the cold case may some day be solved, and she helped convince Victoria Police to increase the reward to $1-million. If you have any information, please contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000. In this podcast, Margie Thomas is speaking with Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus. Broadcast on Monday 18 May 2026 during A Newsman and His Music on 88.3 Southern FM. Photo of Eloise Worledge supplied by Margie Thomas. Related Posts: Crime Stoppers Victoria on 88.3 Southern FM Ask Victoria Police about community safety Protect your home from criminals Newsman talks community safety with Victoria Police – podcast Safe dating tips from Crime Stoppers Victoria on 88.3

At Sandybeach Centre, you’ll find programs and activities ranging from health and fitness to cooking, armchair travel and musical entertainment. Elana Pedersen from Sandybeach Centre tells you more in this podcast from The Community Block, broadcast on Tuesday 12 May 2026. Check out The Beatles Show featuring Paul O’Gorman and Gary Hammond on Friday 26 June 2026 at Sandybeach Centre. More info: sandybeach.org.auRelated Posts: Sandybeach Centre August 2025 podcast Sandybeach Centre podcast February 2025 Sandybeach Centre podcast April 2025 Sandybeach Centre: June 2022 podcast Sandybeach Centre October 2025 podcast

In this edition of The Spirit Within, Glenford Noble chats with singer-songwriter Tim Clark. As well as featuring songs by some of Tim’s favourite artists, Tim and guitarist Rory Newman perform three songs live in the studio. Photo: Glenford (left) with Tim and Rory. The Spirit Within, broadcast Tuesday 12 May 2026 on The Community Block at 88.3 Southern FMRelated Posts: Sarah Maclaine on The Spirit Within – January 2026 podcast Michaela Jayde with Glenford Noble on The Spirit Within Andrea Keller chats with Glenford Noble The Spirit Within podcast with Nat Bartsch Rod Smith on The Spirit Within

In this podcast, Karen Edwards, Clinical Director, Gidget Foundation Australia is speaking with Colin Tyrus about the newly-opened Gidget House Clayton at Monash Medical Centre. The free perinatal mental health service and the first within a public hospital in Victoria, will provide much needed support to parents in South-East Melbourne. More info: gidgetfoundation.org.au Related Posts: None Found

Enjoy this podcast of Southern FM’s live Outside Broadcast from Botanica 2026 at Rippon Lea Estate. Thank you to our wonderful guests and our dedicated team of Southern FM volunteers, both on air and behind-the-scenes. Thanks also to National Trust Victoria for its enduring partnership with 88.3 Southern FM. It helps to keep community radio “local and live”. Broadcast 11 AM to 2 PM on Sunday 10 May 2026. Visit: nattrust.org.au/annualappeal Related Posts: Botanica Festival 2021 Outside Broadcast: Podcast Join Molly on air at Botanica Festival Carols In the Gardens 2022 Podcast Millsy previews Carols in the Gardens Live Carols on Southern FM from 6 PM Friday 16 December

On Friday 8 May, The Lunch Break with Angus Gill featured special guest Noah Yze from VFL club Sandringham Zebras. In this package, we’ve edited out the music so you can enjoy the banter between Gilly and Yze (old schoolmates). Join Angus Gill for The Lunch Break on 88.3 Southern FM every Friday from midday to 2 PM.Related Posts: Has Gilly found a new co-host? Introducing “The Lunch Break” with Gilly Kieser Great Bayside Swim 2025 podcast – Part 1 Brandon and Gilly unveil the word of the year Kieser Great Bayside Swim OB 2026 Podcast – Part 2

In this podcast from the Moorleigh Community Village Hour on Southern FM (5 May 2026, Colin is chatting with Steve Dugdale, the president of East Bentleigh Village Garden. It’s an inclusive and welcoming space that promotes sustainable food production and provides opportunities for learning and sharing of skills and knowledge. The garden is communally tended and encourages community connections, bringing people together around fresh, healthy food. It holds open days and working bees on the first and third Saturday of every month from 10 AM. The Moorleigh Community Village Hour is broadcast at 2 PM on the first Tuesday of the month, during The Community Block on 88.3 Southern FM.Related Posts: Live, learn, enjoy at U3A Bentleigh – podcast March 2026 You’re welcome at Moongala Women’s Community House – March 2026 podcast Nathan talks about TASCA on our newest program

Thursday 16 April 2026 ROCK UP! with Ratts. 100% Australian music – Supporting Indie artists & OZ music legends. If you missed the show, never fear, you can listen back, or download here. ROCK UP! is on air 4-6 PM every Thursday on 88.3 Southern FM. Related Posts: ROCK UP! with Ratts & Arnie Podcast (24 Nov 2022) ROCK UP! with Ratts Podcast (31 October 2024) ROCK UP! with Ratts Podcast (3 October 2024) ROCK UP! with Ratts & Arnie Podcast (18 Jan 2024) ROCK UP! with Ratts & Arnie Podcast (25 Jan 2024)

https://www.southernfm.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CA-watercremation-150426.mp3 At least 1.4 million Victorian households have pets (2023 pet census) but what happens when they die? A new law allows them to be buried with their owners. There is an eco-friendly alternative to burial and gas-fired cremation: water cremation. Clare Arthurs asked LeAnne Martin from Resting Waterswhat most people do when their pets die.Related Posts: Pets are precious Money tips for tough times Yoga is for every body Electric Vehicle Mythbusters event-interview podcast New Mentone Writer’s Centre podcast

Justin Davies from the Tortured Souls performs live in the Southern FM studios and chats to Craig Francis about his sudden arrival on the music scene, the new single and forthcoming album, and becoming the support act for one of his long term musical heroes.Related Posts: None Found

Ed Ammendola, founding member of the iconic local band Augie March, talks to Craig Francis about the history of the band and making it big locally and overseas.  Ed also discusses the band’s upcoming Melbourne tour dates celebrating the 20th anniversary of ‘Moo, You Bloody Choir’, the true meaning behind ‘One Crowded Hour’, and the release of their new album.Related Posts: RADIO GA GA PODCAST – VICTORIANS DO VICTORIA

Dr Grant Blashki, GP, University of Melbourne Associate Professor and published author on all things Artificial Intelligence (AI), talks to Craig Francis about multiple types of AI induced anxiety that are coming to the fore.  Grant also discusses some of the recent research as to where we might be heading, along with some very practical suggestions on how to best manage the anxiety we may be experiencing.Related Posts: Artificial Intelligence; An Expert View Film review: ‘COMPANION’ by Nick Gardener from ‘Built For Speed’ The AI threat to Australia’s music industry World Sleep Day – An Expert View Beetles, bats, bees and birdies – the rich ecology of golf courses

Thanks to all our guests who came in on Saturday .. Geoff Payne & Ross Daniels chatting about their upcoming production of ‘Ageing – Results May Vary .. Cassidy Paris, rock  Singer, Songerwriter and Musician from Melbourne… chatting about her latest album launch and upcoming world tours and Karly Jewell one of Melbournes powerful rock voices  chatting about what they have been up to and what they have coming up …Related Posts: None Found

Hello there, Here is the podcast of this week’s show. We look back on 1981, and a lot more from other decades too Please Enjoy JCRelated Posts: None Found

Actor, writer, producer, and comedian Stephen Hall is your new Wednesday Breakfast presenter on 88.3 Southern FM. Join Stephen for a fun start to your Wednesday with music, news, weather, comedy, nostalgia and all sorts of other great stuff that he hasn’t thought of yet. In this podcast, Stephen Hall is speaking with Colin Tyrus on A Newsman and His Music. Join Stephen Hall on Southern FM every Wednesday from 7 AM to 9 AM, starting 11 March 2026.Related Posts: Nick from ‘Built For Speed’s’ self-indulgent list of TV’s greatest sit-coms. A Newsman’s tribute to Philip Brady The Get Up with Nat & George – Podcast Bert Newton tribute GJ in the Morning – Wednesdays 7 AM to 9 AM

The Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos has the answer to allegations of a $15 billion rort in the Big Build budget. Basically, it’s a case of “don’t believe everything you hear or read” because much of that sum was the wages paid to construction workers. Also in this podcast, Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus hits out at “lazy journalism” that leads to allegations and rumours  being treated as fact.  Nick Staikos is Minister for Consumer Affairs and Minister for Local Government in the Allan Labor Government. Broadcast on Monday 9 March 2026.Related Posts: More jail, less bail as crime crackdown ramps up Minister Nick Staikos with the Newsman March 2025 podcast Nick Staikos MP pays tribute to Simon Crean Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos – June 2025 podcast Kingston Council “less than ideal” says Minister Staikos

On an earlier time today .. thanks to Naomi Tooby, Director from Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Victoria who came in to chat about their current production of ‘The Arcadians’ .. In addition we played music from bands who dropped new albums or singles …Related Posts: None Found

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, “Mr Collectables” Ian Armstrong is chatting to Colin Tyrus about the Brighton Rotary Club’s Classic Car Show 2026. It’s on 22 March at Firbank Grammar School oval in Outer Crescent, Brighton. Ian’s 1929 Bentley will be one of more than 120 classic cars on display. Adults entry is $10. Juniors under 14 Free. Food and beverages available. Fun for the whole family. Visit: brightonclassiccarshow.org.au Related Posts: Counting down to the Kieser Great Bayside Swim 2026 Bayside Rotary Radio Show March 2025 Bayside Rotary Radio Show December 2024 podcast Special Report “The Great Australia Day Swim” Podcast Kieser Great Bayside Swim 2025 podcast – Part 1

In this podcast from The Moorleigh Community Village Hour, Jude Rangitaawa from Moongala Women’s Community House explains how this community-based, not-for-profit organisation has grown since it was established in 1980. Located in Bentleigh East, Moongala offers a range of low-cost educational and general-interest classes, self-help and friendship and support groups. Its philosophy of “caring through sharing” means you’ll always feel welcome and valued. Photo: Jude Rangitaawa with Colin Tyrus in the studio at Southern FM on 3 March 2026 More info: moongala.org.auRelated Posts: The Moorleigh Community Village Hour – first edition Nathan talks about Thalassaemia and Sickle Cell blood disorders Live, learn, enjoy at U3A Bentleigh – podcast March 2026 Nathan talks about TASCA on our newest program Meet Deb Brook from BCER

In this podcast from The Moorleigh Community Village Hour on The Community Block, Colin Tyrus is speaking with Jo Burnell from U3A Bentleigh. U3A, or University of the Third Age, is a “university” in the original sense of the word: “a community of people devoted to learning.” At U3A Bentleigh, being over 50 is the only qualification necessary! Come along and enjoy new and interesting activities and experiences, relax and socialise with like-minded people. More info: u3abentleigh.org.au Broadcast Tuesday 3 March 2026 on 88.3 Southern FM. The Moorleigh Community Village Hour airs on the first Tuesday of the month from 2 PM to 3 PM during The Community Block.Related Posts: The Moorleigh Community Village Hour – first edition You’re welcome at Moongala Women’s Community House – March 2026 podcast Meet Deb Brook from BCER Bowls and croquet for beginners at U3A Nathan talks about TASCA on our newest program

Here’s what you miss on last weeks episode of Hash It Out! Tash and Harrison seem to be living opposite lives this week, but they doesn’t stop them from syncing up when it comes to finding great hits and feel-good stories to brighten up your day! Stay tuned for an old school Word of the Week and a fast paced Get Fact… you’ll get the terrible pun when you listen in… Let them know your thoughts on the new segment name and get ready to Hash It Out!Related Posts: HASH IT OUT PODCAST 8TH OCTOBER 2025 HASH IT OUT PODCAST- NEW YEARS EVE SPECIAL HASH IT OUT PODCAST 3RD DECEMBER HASH IT OUT PODCAST 12TH NOVEMBER Hash It Out on Wednesday mornings – starting 3 September 2025

Local singer and songwriter Flynn Gurry talks to Craig Francis about his new EP ‘Gold’ and the single ‘Bones’, as well as chatting about his forthcoming tour dates.Related Posts: None Found

In this podcast, Daniella Taglieri OAM, the new Chief Commissioner of Scouts Victoria is speaking with Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus. Daniella’s appointment marks a significant leadership moment for one of Victoria’s biggest youth movements. Her career has been built on decades of service, capability and commitment to young people and volunteers. Photo: Daniella Taglieri (left) with three young members of Scouts Victoria Related Posts: The Scout Show – episode one – podcast The all new Scout Show Listen to The Scout Show July 2020 podcast The Scout Show Social Distancing Special The Scout Show with James and Darcy – Podcast

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Glen Eira Mayor Cr Dr Simone Zmood talks about the community survey into the management of parking spaces across the city’s busy shopping precincts, Bentleigh, Carnegie and Elsternwick. The mayor says electronic parking sensors will monitor parking space usage, but no decision on user-pays parking will be made until after a 12-month review. The podcast also includes details of Council’s free concert Under The Stars and a whole lot more. More info: gleneira.vic.gov.auRelated Posts: Glen Eira Mayor Cr Simone Zmood – August 2025 podcast Meet the new Mayor of Glen Eira Glen Eira Mayor July 2025 podcast Meet Glen Eira’s Deputy Mayor, Cr Anne-Marie Cade The Moorleigh Community Village Hour – first edition

Sullivan Patten, festival lead for this year’s St Kilda Festival on February 14th and 15th, talks to Craig Francis about the 45th iteration of this beloved free celebration of summer and local music, set against the spectacular natural beauty of the St Kilda foreshore.Related Posts: St Kilda Festival 2023 preview The St Kilda Festival Returns For 2023

Here's SUNDAY LUNCH from 8 February 2026.  The usual smattering of delights from various genres and eras interrupted occasionally by Denis and Ewan with arcane facts and general banter. If you'd like to hear the broadcast, click on READ MORE below.Related Posts: None Found

Round 7 games were completed in SECA and there were loads of highlights. Hat-tricks, centuries, 400 game milestones and plenty more on a perfect day for cricket. The SECA Panel wrapped up all events of the day on Sunday morning and were joined by East Sandringham President Scott Campbell who illuminated us about a very special event coming up on the 23rd December as he also enjoyed a successful weekend for the club. Podcast of Sundays SECA Panel show now available. Click on the media player below to hear it all:- Pictured (courtesy Diggle Photography):- Nathan Walker got East Sandringham roaring with a devastating opening spell against West Bentleigh on Saturday whilst umpire John Phillips is full of concentration. Related Posts: SECA PANEL PODCAST # 10 2024/2025 SECA PANEL PODCAST #4 SEASON 2025/2026 26/10/2025 SECA PANEL PODCAST 15 2023/2024 SECA PANEL PODCAST 5 2023/2024 SECA PANEL PODCAST #22 2022/2023 GRAND FINAL

Here is SUNDAY LUNCH from 14 December 2025 – a smorgasbord of delights from Denis and Ewan as we dig deep into genres and eras looking for great songs that will entertain, inspire and distract you from the general shenanigans of the world.  If you'd like to hear the broadcast, click on READ MORE below.Related Posts: None Found

On the December 2025 edition of The Spirit Within, Glenford Noble’s guest is Nat Bartsch, a composer and producer of beautiful music which combines jazz and classical. The Spirit Within is a monthly adventure into music, spirituality and creativity. Glenford talks to people who tell their stories and talk about their favourite music tracks. Visit: natbartsch.com The Spirit Within is broadcast on 88.3 Southern FM at 2 PM on the second Tuesday of the month.Related Posts: Andrea Keller chats with Glenford Noble Ann Alp on “The Spirit Within” with Glenford Noble Shoshanna with Glenford on The Spirit Within Richard Lawton on The Spirit Within The Spirit Within podcast with Janine Phillips

In this edition of The Spirit Within, Glenford Noble introduces Anne Alp who adores singing, is deeply involved in the community and leads the Bayside branch of Sing Australia. Broadcast on the second Tuesday of each month at 2 PM, The Spirit Within is a monthly adventure into music, spirituality and social justice. The show talks to people within the

In this month's Kingston Arts Hour, Fiona Symonds chats to some of the artists who'll be performing at Kingston Arts in the coming weeks. You'll also hear details of the latest visual arts exhibitions. Don't miss the chat with Kate Foster and Caroline Lee from Exotic Lives of Lola Montez. Another special guest is Stephanie Clare–Cover (performer of Sing for

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Bayside Mayor Cr Hanna El Mouallem expresses his concern over the Allan Government's new Emergency Services levy that will appear on rates notices. This State tax increase hits ratepayers at a time when Bayside Council has frozen rates at last year's levels. The Mayor also talks about planning issues and how

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (28 July 2025), Colin Tyrus is chatting with Deb Brook from Bayside Community Emergency Relief. BCER is one of Southern FM's neighbours at Moorleigh Community Village in Bentleigh East. BCER is a grassroots charity that was formed in response to the January 2020 bushfires to coordinate contributions from the community and

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Colin Tyrus is chatting with Amanda Mack from Windana. The organisation helps people who are struggling with mental health, family violence and alcohol and other drug issues across the southeast. Windana supports young people, adults, and families through a variety of services. Amanda Mack is the manager of Windana's abstinence-based dayhab

In this podcast from The Community Block, Better Health Network's Claire Emmanuel returns to Southern FM to tell us more about Gamblers Help Southern. The service helps people to successfully take control of their gambling by changing the way they think about it. It offers free and confidential services to people with gambling problems, family and friends close to them, and

In this podcast from the Be Strong, Stay Strong segment on Southern FM's A Newsman and His Music, physiotherapist Steven Ooi from Kieser Australia is talking about Sarcopenia and how strength training can help you retain muscle mass as you grow older. For the record: When Ash from Kieser Brighton did grip strength testing with some of the younger Southern

In this edition of The Spirit Within, Glenford Noble is chatting with Melbourne-based singer Jess Chalmers. Jess is passionate advocate for the Australian music industry and is about to release her first EP. She has appeared on Australian Idol and has been on stage as a backup vocalist for Robbie Williams. Podcast of the broadcast on 8 July 2025.Related Posts:

In the June 2025 edition of the Bayside Rotary Radio Show, Anne Cobham and Geoff Dobbs introduce their guests: Simon Gaites from Beach Patrol and Jonathan Oppy from the Camberwell Rotary Art Show. You'll also hear all the latest news from Rotary clubs around the Bayside region including market and event dates. More info: northbrightonrotary.org.au The Bayside Rotary Radio Show can be

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, physiotherapist Steven Ooi (from Southern FM sponsor Kieser) talks to Colin Tyrus about how you can prepare for a long distance run, such as the Brighton Beach Marathon on 31 August 2025. The advice in this podcast is not specifically for you. Please seek the opinion of a professional medical practitioner

Catch up with all the latest news from Sandybeach Centre in this podcast from The Community Block as heard on 88.3 Southern FM on Tuesday 10 June 2025. Elana Pedersen chats with Sandybeach Centre CEO Chris Hill and introduces writing tutor Gayelene Carbis. Studio production: Colin TyrusRelated Posts: Sandybeach Centre November 2023 Podcast Sandybeach Centre March 2022 podcast Sandybeach Centre

On The Spirit Within, Glenford Noble talks to people about their favourite music and their journey as artists. In this edition, Glenford's guest is Michaela Jayde, an inspiring performer whose work spans soul, jazz, pop and R&B. She has also appeared on The Voice. The first music track in the podcast is one of Michaela's compositions – All Or Nothing

On the April 2025 edition of the Bayside Rotary Radio Show, the CEO of the Shrine of Remembrance Dean Lee chats with co-host Anne Cobham about the significance of the Shrine in Victoria's ANZAC Day observance. Also in this edition of the program, Geoff Dobbs talks about the 40th anniversary of the Rotary Club of North Brighton and he previews

Jacqueline Pascarl OAM has been named Citizen of the Year for her exceptional contributions to the Bayside community and beyond. Listen to Jacqueline in this podcast from A Newsman and His Music. Despite her own personal health challenges, Jacqueline raises funds for the Hampton RSL and supports local veterans, while advocating for women's health and providing compassionate care to patients.

On Monday 31 March 2025, The Mayor of Bayside Cr Hanna El Mouallem spoke to Southern FM newsman Colin Tyrus about a range of issues including: Federal Election Advocacy Suburban Rail Loop announcement Community forum on planning reforms Community Safety Bayside Community Awards Pet registrations Sandy Family Leisure Centre closure (for maintenance) Autumn Fest – Easter Eggstravaganza More details: bayside.vic.gov.au

Meet Kingston Arts Gallery Curator Jessica Row in this podcast of The Kingston Arts Hour, broadcast on 88.3 Southern FM on 1 April 2025. In this edition, Jessica introduces artists Carolyn Cardinet (Plastic Problems Exhibition), Melissa Gaggiano (Kaleidoscope Kids Workshops), Lori Hakim (Magnify: Artists in Residence) and Claudio Mantuano (Wall to Wall Festival)  More information: kingstonarts.com.auRelated Posts: Kingston Arts Hour

In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley chats with Colin Tyrus about a range of topics including: Kingston urges community to have their say on Kingswood plans for Dingley Village • Kingston encourages community feedback on SRL precinct plans • Women of the Year Awards (winners) – Leanne Maloni and Dr Nirali Shah

In this podcast from The Community Block, Elana Pedersen hosts the Sandybeach Centre hour, with production assistance from Molly May. You'll hear the latest from Sandybeach Centre CEO Chris Hill. And Sandybeach volunteer Ava Bryson who works on Reception at the centre and assists as a bus jockey, Ava also pitches in to set up facilities for activities and helps with

Anne Cobham made her radio debut as co-host of the March 2025 edition of the Bayside Rotary Radio Show with Geoff Dobbs. Have a listen to the podcast to hear Rob Pinchbeck from Brighton Rotary talking about their Classic Car Show on Sunday 30 March 2025. Later in the podcast, Merv Ritter from Caulfield Rotary has details of the community

In this podcast the Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos chats with Colin Tyrus about his work as Minister for Local Government and Minister for Consumer Affairs in the Allan Labor Government. Among the topics, crime and punishment, council governance, and some local projects. As broadcast on Southern FM's A Newsman and His Music on Monday 17 March 2025.Related Posts: Nick