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Rodd provides the weekly astronomy update for South West Victoria and dispels some myths about black holes.

Jill Karena, the Head of Granting from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal, chats about a brand new tool that FRRR have launched to support community organisations when applying for grants. You can access the FRRR Community Data Tool here: https://frrr.org.au/grantseeker-resources/#community-data-tool.

Watty Thompson drops in to the studio to chat about the upcoming gig at Birregurra Hall to support the Birre Rec Reserve.For tickets to support the event head to www.trybooking.com/DCUWF

Rodd gives the weekly astronomy update, plus shares information about meteors, meteorites and meteoroids.To share questions or suggest future topics comment in the Colac Astronomy Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/281773288323000

Mia from Crime Stoppers discusses coercive control behaviours and the support systems in place.1800 RESPECT https://1800respect.org.au/Safe Steps https://safesteps.org.au/https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/

Cindy chats to Jof about the Map My Food project. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/MapMyFood2025

Rodd gives an update of what you can (or possibly can't) see up in the South West Victorian skies this week, plus shares information about our galaxy - the Milky Way.

Kim chats about the Polwarth CWA at the Colac Show

David from the Colac Players dropped by the live broadcast at the Colac Show to chat about their upcoming performance.Tickets available at www.trybooking.com/DGEXP or in person at Colac Toyota

Mike swings by the OCR FM live broadcast at the Colac Show to talk about this years new feature - wrestling!

Rodd gives an update on the weekly goings on in the sky, plus shares information about the formation of comets.

Gemma from the Colac P&A Society chats to Jonathan about this years Colac Show which is on Saturday 1st of November. Details at https://www.colacshow.com.au/

Jof chats with April from the Otway Edit at the Walk for Respect live broadcast.

This is the recording from our live broadcast at the opening of the Walk for Respect in Colac.

Rodd shares the weekly South West Victoria astronomy update, plus chats about Pluto and it's classification as a dwarf planet.Link to Heavens Above as discusses is here https://www.heavens-above.com/

Mia shares information about elder abuse and being an upstander for older people.For more information visit https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/report-a-crime/

This week Rodd talks about astrophotography and what makes a good shot, plus of course the weekly update of what you can try and see up in the South West Vic sky (if the clouds stop blocking the view!)Here's one of the suggested apps from the chat https://www.nightcapcamera.com/

Recently OCR FM helped to share information about community radio and teach some podcasting skills at the Colac Otway Shire Youth Fest Media and Marketing Workshop. Here's a recording that some of the participants created after scripting their own questions.Tickets are available now for the upcoming Rock On! The Future of Music COPACC. For tickets visit this link https://www.copacc.com.au/WHATS-ON/COPACC-Theatre-Season/Rock-On-The-Future-of-Music

Rodd gives the weekly stargazing update for South West Victoria, plus shares some insights into auroras.For further details visit:https://www.facebook.com/AuroraChasers https://www.facebook.com/groups/auroraaustralisalertColac Astronomy - https://www.facebook.com/groups/281773288323000

Jane, Carolyn and Justin share their journey of mental health at the 2025 Let's Talk Colac Walk the Walk Festival.

The Let's Talk Colac Walk the Walk Festival 2025 candlelight ceremony.

Tessa and Kirsty share stories from across their mental health journey at the 2025 Let's Talk Colac Walk the Walk Festival.

The Let's Talk Colac team welcome the crowd at the 2025 Walk the Walk Festival, plus messages from Richard Riordan and Councillor Mick McCrickard.

Rodd shares the weekly astronomy update for South West Victoria, and gives some information about a simple stargazing tool - binoculars!

Lyn Crook and Sue Schram drop in to chat about the upcoming Rotary Walk for Respect on October 18th in Memorial Square.For further details visit https://portal.clubrunner.ca/1935/Event/walk-for-respect---say-no-to-domestic-violence

Mia discusses ways to make farms, equipment and lifestock safer from potential crime threats.For further information visit https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/

Jof chats with Shae from the Bendigo Chinese Association at the Colac Taiwan Moon Festival after the 4pm dragon performance.For video of the event visit https://www.facebook.com/share/v/14MH7NLgPpq/ For more about the association visit https://bendigochinese.org.au/

Jof chats with Elsie Rigby from The Maes about the release of their recent album 'Abreast' and subsequent tour.For all the links to their music and upcoming tour dates visit https://themaes.com.au/

Jof chats with the director of Embers Terence O'Connell ahead of the Apollo Bay Theatre Collective's upcoming performance.For further details and tickets head to events.humanitix.com/embers-apollo-bay

Rodd shares the weekly astronomy updates for South West Victoria, plus shares interesting facts about the largest planet in our Solar System.

Kylie Trevarthen, Kasey Thomson and Jodi Larkins from Special Olympics Barwon Club chat to Jonathan about the upcoming ‘Come and Try Bowling' session in Colac. For further details please email Barwon.bowling@specialolympics.com.au

Rodd provides the weekly run down of what you can see up in the sky this week. Plus he deep dives on everything related to solar eclipses.

Mia from Crimestoppers discusses the problems of drug dealing and signs to look out for in the community that may point to drug dealing behavious. For further information visit www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Rodd gives a run down of what to expect to see in the sky this week, plus shares information about the lunar eclipse which is happening on Sunday.For further details visit https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2025-09-05/total-lunar-eclipse-blood-moon-path-september-7-2025/105714016

Rodd gives the weekly astronomy update, plus shares some interesting information about our moon.

Natalie Woodfull discusses this years RUOK Day National Day of Action theme - 'Ask R U OK? Any Day'.For further details and resources for starting a conversation head to https://www.ruok.org.au/

Matt Daniels from Roadsafe Otway shares information about the Safe Plate Day and Child Car Seat safety check happening at Bunnings Colac on Sunday 31st of August.

Allison Moloney from Otway Districts Historical Society discusses the upcoming Open Day.

Colac Community Engagement Senior Constable Steph Ward chats to Jonathan about local information being shared toyouth to encourage getting active during Women's Health Week.

Rodd gives a South West Victoria stargazing update, plus shares the history of the telescope.

Mia from Crimestoppers Victoria discusses some recent illegal wildlife and exotic animal trading stories, highlighting how the community can help to report illegal activity For comprehensive information on the 'Your Pet, Our Pest' campaign, visit the Crime Stoppers Victoria website crimestoppersvic.com.au. The site provides resources on surrendering pets and reporting illegal activities.

Senior Constable Steph Ward from Colac Police dropped in to discuss the upcoming Digital Danger Zones info session coming to COPACC on Wednesday 3rd of September. It will detail what every parent must know before their child goes online.  This free event has been put together for any and all parents and carers of young children and teens who are "online".If your child is starting high school, or is already using devices, social media or gaming  then this free session is a must. It will include knowledgeable guest speakers, step by step setup for parental controls and advise on where to turn to for help & support.Register now at https://tinyurl.com/mt75sbef️Please note, this is an 18+ event! #DigitalSafety #DigitalSafetyMatters #vicpol #colacotwayshire #colacareahealth #headspace #VicHealth

Rodd provides a weekly astronomy update for South West Victoria, plus as a special treat for National Science Week discusses the theories around the Big Bang.

Chelsea from the Colac Otway Shire dropped in to chat about the 2025 Youth Photography competition - with full details available at https://www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Youth-Services/2025-Youth-Photography-CompetitionPlus we heard about the upcoming Youth Fest and Music Showcase. Further information can be found at https://www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Youth-Services/2025-Youth-Music-Showcase

Rodd brings a weekly update of what can be seen up in space in South West Victoria. Plus this week he continues the chat about potential life in space, and shares what evidence scientists have previous discovered.

Rohanna Hayes from Wolves Theatre Company chats about The Magnolia Tree which is coming to the Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery.This powerful play premiered at La Mama Theatre in May 2017 where it wowed critics and audiences alike. Three mature aged siblings have come together to choose a nursing home for their mother who has advanced Alzheimer's but tonight Jack will attempt to talk his sisters into letting her go. And he has brought the means to do it. The decision is the audiences hands, as they vote for which alternate ending plays out at each performance.  23rd August 2025 2pm and 7.30pm at the Red Rock Regional Theatre and Gallery, Corangamite Lake Road, Cororooke.Tickets https://www.trybooking.com/DDHSP

Mia from Crime Stoppers discusses the potential for being scammed when seeking romance and companionship. She highlights key 'red flags' and how to stay safe whether seeking love online or when out and about.For more information vivist https://www.crimestoppersvic.com.au/current-focus/scams/