Bayley Babble

Former Bayley staff member Melinda drops into the Babble one year on from her departure, to reflect on her time at Bayley House and to expand on her plans in retirement.

The wonderful Tara from Pets Of The Homeless dropped by the Babble to discuss the role of this amazing organisation and the positive difference that they are making to some of the community's most vulnerable and marginalised.

Gavin, Cassice, Angela and David welcome Brighton Recreational Centre General Manager, John Summers to the Babble. John expands on the ‘Recs' history, activities on offer, its role it plays for the community, the rebuild post fire and the ongoing relationship with Bayley House.

Matt, Matt, Bron and Lachie chat with Aussie comedy royalty Dave O'Neil about his career in stand up comedy and his upcoming show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

David, Ange, Cass and Gav welcomed former Aussie cricketer David Hussey into the Babble for a wide ranging discussion. Some topics covered included the importance of sport, backyard cricket battles with famous brother Michael, captaincy, the IPL experience, current role as head of male cricket Victoria and Shane Warne's worst match day habit.

The always delightful Angela (Fundraising Manager) joins the Matt's, Ange, Bron, Gav, Cass and Lachie to discuss the upcoming March Challenge fundraising event. Enjoy the chat and get involved why dontcha!https://march-challenge-2025.raisely.com/

The wonderfully generous Deb Hemming volunteers even more of her time, to talk about her weekly volunteer role at Bayley House. We also discuss her family connections to Bayley, her former work life, her connection to a triple Brownlow medalist, the process to becoming a volunteer at Bayley and even her DJ name.

It was one in, all in (well that was the plan at least until Cass and Ange were late scratchings) for our final episode of 2024 as popular staff member Emma Kay dropped by the Babble. We discussed a wide range of topics with a very open Emna including her work history, hobbies, mental health, who she's into right now and what she's trying to get better at.

Australian music royalty Paul Kelly dropped into the Babble on the back of his new album Fever Longing Still. We covered a lot of ground including Paul's songwriting process, activism, band rules and the hidden joys of humming. Oh…..and Paul played us a new tune too!

Australian music royalty Paul Kelly dropped into the Babble on the back of his new album Fever Longing Still. We covered a lot of ground including Paul's songwriting process, activism, band rules and the hidden joys of humming. Oh…..and Paul played us a new tune too!

Co-hosts Gavin, Angela, Cassice and Bron welcome BAM Arts Creative Director Ally Bruce into the studio. We discuss the history of BAM, the variety of activities and opportunities on offer, why BAM is called BAM and more. There's even an awkward moment, where Bron and Ally have a tiff over Patrick!

Join David, Lachie and the two Matt's as we get to know Bayley House instructor/team leader, Zoe Degraves. We discuss Zoe's varied role, work experiences, family, impacts of racism and we even get a tattoo tour.

State coordinator Serene Tan dropped by the Babble to talk all things Special Olympics. We covered why sport is important, sports offered, how to participate and volunteer, opportunities for Special Olympics athletes and more. You'll even find out about Serene's experiences representing Australia.

Bayley House Director of Philanthropy and Marketing, Michelle Hayward dropped by the Babble to discuss all things Bayley fundraising.

Mind My Lead owner/manager Nicki Larionoff drops by to talk doggy day care, dog safety, dog ownership and even dog birthday cakes.

Hannah Cohen drops by to discuss the extensive role of an Occupational Therapist.

Bayley participant Lachie and Dad Mark drop into the Babble to discuss their upcoming epic adventure to the outback and beyond.

Kylie Grau drops by the Babble to expand on the role of a Support Coordinator and to help us navigate the NDIS.

Debby Fraumano (Down Syndrome Victoria) and our very own Mark, drop by the Babble to discuss all things Down Syndrome along with World Down Syndrome Day and Mark's award winning sock design.

The ever popular Ray drops by the Babble to discuss his 40 years at the service, his varied roles and his many memories.

The delightful Jess drops by the Babble to talk all things Bayley Arts…..and toilet paper.

JAM co-founders Molly Rogers and Emma Clegg drop by the Babble to discuss their adaptive clothing label and its origin story.

Laprini holds the record as the staff member with the longest surname in the history of Bayley House. It's nearly as long as her 24 years of service to the organisation. Tune in to hear how it all began and how both her role and Bayley House have changed since 1999.

New Bayley House CEO Deb Stuart dropped into the Babble to talk about a variety of topics. From her childhood growing up in England and her fear of big dogs to the path she's travelled to become the Bayley House ‘Big Boss.'

Outgoing CEO , Warwick drops by to reflect on his five years at the helm and to discuss his plans in retirement.

Join Matt, Bron, Luke and Robbie for a new series of Bayley Babble. Meet, Susie Ciavatta, Bayley Arts Community Engagement Manager as she drops by the Babble to discuss her role and vision for our new baby, Bayley Arts.

Donor Relations Manager Edwina Theobald dropped by the Babble to expand on her role here at Bayley House and much much more.

Part two

Sam, Angus, Luke and Kon work their way through the agenda items from the most recent Consumer meeting.

Sam and Aleshia drop by the Babble to discuss their roles as Team Leaders at our Short Term Accommodation houses, Lonsdale Ave and Asling St. And they even answer all our questions whilst they're at it.

Luke, Kon, Simon and Sam bring you all the information from the most recent consumer meeting.

Sam, Luke and Simon revisit the topics covered in the most recent Client Voice Group meeting co-chaired by Tess and Jacqui.

Tune in to the latest episode of the Bayley Babble where Day Programs GM, Natarsha drops by Babble HQ to talk about a variety of topics including her various roles at Bayley House, her passion for piano and running red lights. If you are enjoying the Babble, why not subscribe?

General Manager of Home and Living, Andy Gabriel drops into the Babble to expand on his role, his work history, his upbringing in another country and much more.

Bayley House ‘lifer' Penny Hart joins us to expand on exciting new initiative, the STA Life Skills program.

AFLW player Harriet Cordner drops by to discuss her non conventional journey to the AFLW, her famous Pop, her injury plagued season and her…..underpants.

Newcomer to the Bayley House community Dylan Green drops into the Babble to expand on his role with the organisation, previous work experience, his poor driving history and so much more.

Front office manager Niamh joins us to discuss her experiences in Australia and at Bayley House, before departing back home to Ireland.

Have you heard of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme? What is it and what's Bayley Houses involvement? Business Development manager and sometimes Bayley House volunteer, Sandee Facy dropped into shed some light.

Shaun Spence is a relative newcomer to the Bayley House community. Tune in to hear his back story growing up in country NSW, the role he plays at Bayley and how his professional sporting career was tragically cut short.

Luke, Gerald, Tony, Kon and Sam keep you up to date with all the goings on in the lead up to Christmas.

The Block hosts Scott Cam and Shelley Craft down tools and take a break from filming at Bayley, to drop into the Babble. Lots of ground covered including the role beer played in Scott getting his big break and Shelley's musical side project.

Bayley House stalwart Krysia dropped into the Babble for a lengthy discussion. Lots of topics covered including her childhood (has she really got 10 siblings?), her obsession with John Farnham, her counselling role, mental health and depression.

Bayley House Quality Manager, Katherine Hannaker swings by the Babble to elaborate on her role with the organisation. The F word gets bandied about too, as we discuss Fears, Football and life as a Fusspot.

Lots to discuss in this episode, including important announcements regarding changes to transport and the flu jab. It’s a rocky ol ride, so hold on tight.

Staff member Leonie is in the hot seat today to elaborate on her role at Bayley House. Lots of other topics covered too including family, footy and.....funeral parlours.

Our first episode for 2021 and we hit the ground running covering such topics as Consumer Meetings and staff returning, to our annual social cricket match and.....trashing the CEO’s office!

Quietly spoken but highly regarded, stalwart staff member Paul dropped by to discuss his journey to Bayley House and his subsequent 25 year career with the organisation. Paul also announces his ‘all time’ Turkey Award winner Yeah, you read that correctly.....Turkey Award It’ll all make sense once you hit play

Day Service Program Manager, Tess Hens drops by the Babble and we cover lots of territory. From her role at Bayley House, a lifelong love of dancing, marriage proposals from strangers, her Italian heritage and that one time she crowd surfed at a heavy metal gig!

CEO Warwick Cavanagh drops into the Babble and (in between deliveries and consultations with fridge mechanics) discusses many topics including family, food, bad habits, horror movies and the Bayley House response to the Coronavirus pandemic

New day service staff member Cat drops into the Babble and discusses where she’s come from, where she’s going to and where is off limits when it comes to being tattooed....probably