Lu & Matt for Breakfast - Triple M The Border 105.7

This week Jamie Wolf from Fencing for Fires dropped by for an update on how things are going and the next big working bee that you can be part of coming up. Meanwhile Robbo ripped into round one of the AFL with his thoughts on 9 big games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back into footy season we go so this week our guru returned in Russell Robertson, more than ready to talk us through season 2026!On top of that we caught up with AFLW's Alyce Parker from GWS who's heading back to her home town of Holbrook to be a big part of Holbrook's Big Freeze for MND at the Riverina Hotel! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a full on week it's been! In the podcast today: Caleb Bertram and Carmen Amos from Livid Productions swung by for a big chat about the upcoming Joseph and the amazing technicolour dream coat performances coming up soon!10x X games gold medallist Rob Adelberg shared what's in store for this weekend's Freestyle Kings in Lavington as well as how it all started on the farm.Ready to headline Red Hot Summer Tour for 2026, we dropped a line to Paul Kelly to find out what happens behind the scenes at a RHST (and we found out how much he loves swimming!) And on Monday the Prime Minister of Australia Anthony Albanese swung by the studio to reveal why he was on the Border that day!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we checked in with Jon Stevens from Noiseworks about hitting the stage at Tonight's Carnival of Cups. In this big chat we found out how much he loves doing what he does, if he's any good at picking a winner and the artists he'd love to sing with given the chance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the lead up to the always huge Albury Carnival of Cups on Friday Feb 13 at the Showgrounds, this week we caught up with organiser Paul Cochraine who set things up and on the entertainment side, Tim Watson from Taxiride! Coming up next week: More chances at $1000 with the Free Money Minute and Red Hot Summer Tour Tickets to be won!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This morning Jamie Wolf from Fencing for Fires joined us to share the amazing work he and the team are doing in the aftermath of the recent fires as well as putting the call out to volunteers for their massive upcoming working bee. To find out more: https://www.facebook.com/Fencingforfires To help donate through their Go Fund Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fencing-for-fires-2026-bushfire-emergency-reliefSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our first week back for 2026, Lu revealed that she applied for a seniors card...only she wasn't sure what she was going to use it on. Luckily we had some great suggestions from fans of the show on how she could save. Meanwhile fresh from another trade show trip, our Techspert Stephen Fenech gave the lowdown on a very cool pair of specs where you can manually adjust the brightness when you need it (not when you come inside from the bright outside..)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In anticipation of Sunday's huge event, Al popped down to the Convoy for Kids media event at the showgrounds to catch up with a few people involved. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Noll has been super busy in 2025 with plenty on his plate but he joined us for a massive chat on the show this week covering everything to his new single, plans for next year and the hilarity that occurs during a Nolls family Christmas game of backyard cricket!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week we touched base with the one and only Diesel, set to perform at the upcoming Blitz Golf early next year in Yarrawonga! Blitz Golf is hitting Yarrawonga for a high-energy twilight showdown like no other. Fast-paced golf meets live music, epic food, and non-stop entertainment in a festival-style experience. In this massive chat we find out how well he can play (golf that is, we know how well he rocks on stage), his love of outdoor concerts, Christmas plans and so much more! Grab your tickets now! https://feverup.com/m/404249See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we caught up with Behavioural Scientist Dave Kramer for a big chat about the Halt program he'll be presented around some local schools in the area. To find out more about Dave's incredible work or to book a school visit, check out the official website: https://www.smallsteps4hannah.com.au/haltprogramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the back of our final week for best of the border 2025, this week Australia's greatest Motocross rider Robbie Maddison popped in for a coffee and a chat about his huge Freestyle Kings show coming up at the Lavington Sports Grounds in Feb! Meanwhile the day after rocking out to AC/DC at the MCG Lu gave us the full report of the show, rain and all! Next week: Season's Meatings! A chance to win $50 vouchers to Locky’s Countryside Meats!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Menulog shutting down operations in Australia at the end of this month we caught up with local delivery driver David who clocked up an impressive 21.5k+ deliveries for the service since they stared on the Border!Meanwhile with the introduction of Wildcard round in the AFL coming up, we got the thoughts of two footy greats - our tipping guru Russell Robertson and a visiting Kevin Sheedy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week our TV man Molky got right into the nitty gritty of Big Brother (and the Golden Bachelor), Stephen Fenech gave the latest game changing Apple Vision Pro a good go over in his Tech Guide and right in time for the weekend we checked out what's happening around the Border! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The morning after a huge Border Relay For Life 2025, we caught up with Brianna from the Cancer Council for a big update on how it all went. Meanwhile Stephen Fenech our Techspert filled us in on Amazon's plans to try and make their deliveries even quicker than before..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a single sleep out from the huge 2025 Border Relay for Life at Alexandra Park Albury, we caught up with the Relay Hero for this year, Danny Lowe. In this big chat Danny shared both his and his family's life changing battle with cancer and his incredible determination in helping out cancer support services. https://www.relayforlife.org.au/event/border-albury-wodonga-2025/homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another massive week to recap - Daniel from Corowa dropped by to share the story of the Fight is Real initiative and the amazing fundraising they're doing for the Black Dog Institute, as part of the huge Red Hot Summer Tour early next year Tex Perkins from the Cruel Sea joined us for a chat about touring and how the band got its name and at our huge Grand Final Show live at the Clubhouse Wodonga, Robbo tried his luck against the Free Money Minute...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Scot's School alumni and Essendon midfielder Will Setterfield dropped in for a chat before having a huge morning at his old stomping ground. Also Stephen Fenech shared a trackable wallet that even Al couldn't misplace easily (unless he lost his phone as well..) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The always fun Catriona Rowntree joined us for a big chat about her involvement in this year's HMFDs but also shared how much she loves exploring this amazing country and even threw in a couple of book recommendations to boot! See her (and you) at Henty September 23-25! https://www.hmfd.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show: -Dog behaviouralist Dr Mia Cobb joined us for a chat about the huge award she recently received as well as her next big doggo related project!-Movie guru Shane A gave us the lowdown on the new Benedict Cumberbatch movie The Roses.-And Robbo got right into the first round of the AFL finals including how much he doesn't want Collingwood to win.. Catch us again Monday from 6! - Lu and AlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our latest Relay podcast, Sue James who is new to the committee this year shared her personal experience as a carer for someone with cancer. Sadly, Sue’s husband Rob passed away earlier this year, but she’s really passionate about continuing to raise awareness and her story is a powerful reminder of why we Relay. relayforlife.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we shared a recent chat with Lee Kernaghan about his return show in Albury next month as well as growing up here, getting his real estate license just in case and when it's necessary to swap the Akubra for a beanie. Meanwhile Shane A gave us his thoughts on the new Caught Stealing movie and the classic that's back in cinemas for a limited time that was originally scaring audiences back in 1975..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our latest Henty Field Days chat we catch up with Ailie Webb, Farms of the Future Manager from the DPIRD about what to expect in the 2nd year of Agtech alley and the technical innovations changing the face of farming!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ethan was our Border RFL Hero last year and is an inspirational little boy currently battling brain cancer. In our latest Border Relay for Life podcast, we catch up with him and his mum Tiffany sharing not only his story so far but their experiences with Relay last year, Tiffany's time being part of the committee for this year's great event and even Ethan's favourite Pokemon currently :) https://www.relayforlife.org.au/event/border-albury-wodonga-2025/home See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another huge week on the show culminated with catching up with Jindera's own Little Miss Universe! Fresh from competing and winning big in the Philippines, 11 year old Nevaeh-Lea and her mum Bonnie joined us this morning to share the adventure and the incredible victory. Meanwhile we got Shane A's thoughts on the new Naked Gun movie with Liam Neeson and James Lake shared some news about a mysterious interstellar object that Al's is now convinced is a fireball of some description..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year the Henty Machinery Field Days are paying tribute to 100 years of Caterpillar with a display of vintage tractors and bulldozers and for our latest podcast chat we were joined by avid Caterpillar collector Neil Clydesdale! In this fun catch up Neil shares his love of Caterpillar, his treasured collection what what to expect when his club puts on a display over the three massive days of Henty!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previous team captain, new committee member and cancer survivor - Tracey joined us for a great chat sharing her story and how much she loves being involved in the two massive days in October! Keen to be part of Border Relay for Life? Make sure you register now! Relayforlife.org.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the podcast this week: After Lu shared her Fakeaway recipe last week Cathy from Howlong gave us a full review! We also found out what a lotto outlet gets if they sell a division one ticket, we got into Carevan's big 15 year celebration tomorrow as part of What's On and why are Lu's shows leaving parts of themselves and tissue bits all over the kitchen this morning? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our next podcast guest on the road to the Henty Machinery Field Days is Simon Flinn from Flinn Design, last years winner of the Henty Machine of the Year Award! In this massive chat Simon takes up behind the scenes of Flinn Design and reveals the journey from getting the business started, to entering the awards and the effect it's had on the business since. For more info on the 3 massive days and more, check out https://hmfd.com.au/!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we get set for the two massive days of Relay for Life 2025 coming up October 18 and 19 in Alexandra Park, we're catching up with plenty of local superstars involved in the massive event. In this episode we chatted with committee member Hannah Fraser about how she initially got involved and the awesome kids events planned for this year. If you're keen to be part of events this year, make sure you register: Relayforlife.org.au! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another big week on the show and quite a few events to look forward to this weekend and beyond, so we dived into a couple of options in What's On. Shane A also joined us with his thoughts on both Freakier Friday and the freaky looking Weapons, while Robbo gave us his thoughts on Simon Goodwin's sacking and looked over the games of round 22. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the road to the massive Henty Field Days this year we're catching up with a few podcast guests with a great association with the event and the first cab off the rank is Paul Biti from Biti Motors Culcairn! Here Paul reveals his association and what his huge site has in store this time around as they celebrate 100 years of Ford in Australia in 2025!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show in Molky's TV talk we got into the latest renovation show featuring the Bondi Vet, Stephen Fenech road tested a very nifty smart ring and Russell Robertson gave his thoughts on both round 21 and jogging in Winter with no shirt on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in a very rare moment, Shane A got right behind a Superhero movie! Normally not a fan of the genre, Shane got right into Fantastic Four this week! On top of his weekly tips, we also deep dived into Russell's Robinsons time on Deal or No Deal where he won a staggering amount of coin for charity...just $2! And after a run in with a cow, Lu made a big announcement about her involvement in this years On Key 4 Kids for Country Hope. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week with Lu out of action Al caught up with Emily Granland from Australian Red Cross Lifeblood about how easy it is to get your workplace to help out with blood donations, Shane A gave his thoughts on the I Know What You Did Last Summer remake and Stephen Fenech revealed a possible tri-fold phone coming out later this year..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a biiiig podcast edition this time around as we caught up with Sten from the Border Relay For Life Committee to chat about the massive Car Rally and launch day at Gateway Lakes tomorrow. Sara Storer joined us for a catch up about her latest solo album and the fact that she'll be performing at the Commercial Club this Sat. And if you missed any part of our mini mission this week, better known as Power Up For Pete - all three days are here on the podcast as we share Pete's story and then work towards giving him something to look forward to involving his favourite band of all time..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we caught up with Amy Graber president of the Albury Public P+C for an update on the schools 175th anniversary celebrations. Also in town Friday for his huge Pandemonium show at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Comedian Jimeoin shared why he put a big stick in his toilet and what he snuck into his wife's handbag. And if you like your dinosaur movies, Shane A our movie reviewer got into the latest visit to Jurassic Park..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week even with more fog on the way we explored some things to do this weekend with our What's On, Shane A shared what he thought about the new F1 Movie with Brad Pitt and with family in town we found out where the Border likes to take visitors sightseeing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we caught up with Kate Ceberano, getting right into her Australian Made tour coming to Albury on June 28! Meanwhile Shane A revealed the news of the new Spaceballs movie and even with Melbourne scoring a bye, Robbo got into round 15 of the AFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week techspert Stephen Fenech was up nice and early to get into the big news coming out of the Apple Developers conference, James Lake got into the news of the long weekend including Australia buying Russian oil and Robbo joined us for a footy chat about how much the umpires in the AFL at the moment are getting him grumpy...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Ebony and Finn from Bytesized Productions joined us in the studio to talk about their upcoming Moana Jnr shows at the Albury Entertainment Centre, Stephen Fenech our Techspert talked about the dangers of 'Tech Neck' and Robbo covered round 10 in the AFL, sharing his thoughts also on the troubles the Tasmanian team has at the moment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Briana from the Cancer Council joined us to explain the importance of hosting a Biggest Morning Tea this month or next. So later in the day we did just that, full of sweet and savoury treats from some very talented home cooks around the Triple M office. However a brilliant idea from Lu off the back of it didn't go exactly to plan the next day as hoped.. Also Robbo gave us his tips for round 12 in the AFL but not before revealing his skills on the piano and memories of what his old piano teacher smelt like.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we caught up with Jedda from Wodonga about her big movie fundraiser (F1 with Brad Pitt) next month, raising awareness and funds in the fight against Lipoedema. Meanwhile Shane A gave us his thoughts on the latest Mission Impossible film as well as the live action version of Lilo and Stitch and Robbo got into round 11 of the AFL as well as sharing the story of his new coffee buddy called Joanie.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week caught up with the happiest dog owner on the Border being Georgia Gardner, reunited with her dog Valerie after almost a year and a half of being lost on Kangaroo Island!Amy Graeber, president of the Albury Public School P&C dropped by the studio to share the big celebrations involved in the school's 175th anniversary this year including a cocktail night and unearthing the year 2000 time capsule!And our TV Man Molky got us revved up for Eurovision and shared the judges for the reboot of Talking About Your Gen back on TV's soon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we caught up with dog behaviouralist Dr Mia Cobb to answer the age old question: Why do our dogs like to eat poo? Meanwhile Stephen Fenech our Techspert got into the retro looking new release from Polaroid and Robbo gave us his thoughts on Round 9 in the AFL. Happy Mothers Day for Sunday to all our great mums too!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New month, new podcast ep! This week we caught up with Bec and Nikky from Empress and Aces about their new song The Greater Plan and their huge night at the SS&A this Friday, we took a look at the big run (or jog or walk even) for this weekend's Nail Can Hill run and Stephen Fenech joined us to celebrate 10 years of the Apple Smartwatch - wondering out loud if we would ever go back to not so smart timepieces..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this shortened week: We caught up with Brianna Brown from the Cancer Council about Stars of the Border raising over $100,000 two weeks and a bit out of the big dance on May 9, Shane A talked movies and some possible choices for Anzac Day and Techspert Stephen Fenech warned us about possible scams to look out for in the lead up to election day..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we caught up with Glen Robinson from Albury Business Connect about the exciting upcoming Sharks on the Murray, we checked in with Leukaemia foundation CEO Chris Tanti and found out it was definitely not too late to be part of the World's Greatest Shave and when we found out Pete Murray was coming to town, we got him on for a chat and found out how well he fared in a game of 'Singer or Surfer?'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show we caught up with the team from Carevan about the new association with the Albury Wodonga Bandits, with the Choirboys coming to Albury next month for a rip rocking tell all show we touched base with Mark Gable to chat about the amazing stories he's collected, Robbo ripped into round 3 in the AFL and finally we found out about the events you've had to postpone including a ripper 50th birthday complete with celebratory stubbie holders..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show:Claire and Oliver from Scots School Albury joined us in the studio for a big chat about the school's upcoming Mama Mia production.Albury Racing Club CEO Steve Heatherton gave us the full update about the postponement of the 2025 Commercial Club Albury Gold Cup due to overnight rain. And Jon Stevens from Noiseworks joined us to chat about Red Hot Summer Tour at Gateway Lakes and rocking out on stage with his 7 year old Grandson!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we caught up with Anthony Maw to find out more about the Walk for a Bloke event on the Border Saturday March 22, an excited Robbo dove deep into the 9 games in the AFL this week and Al's latest problem at home involves his son knocking off his boots..See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.