The Dorrigo Podcast

It is an Easter miracle! We're back! It's been a long time between drinks but the boys have returned to chat all the usual rubbish plus why Dorrigo is the greatest place on the planet for camping and enjoying the great outdoors. Get around it. TDP, it's absolute rubbish! 

Episode 43 of The Dorrigo Podcast dives into the world of Australia's "big" landmarks—Big Prawn, Big Guitar, even a Big Potato... Should Dorrigo have its own? And should it be a giant dahlia? Plus, chats with a couple of local legends, all the latest news, and a full rundown of sporting highlights. TDP, it's absolute rubbish!

Episode 42 is live…… the flower thief Sit back and enjoy the 1st Episode of 2025 with our super special guest Cassie Mila.All our regular segments, a cracking Marengo beef of the week, the rural wrap plus the bush telegraph.Breaking out our new segments: - The school wrap - Out and about with Micky K featuring the Rest Point Hotel Copmanhurst with Mick and Renae Knight. All of this and plenty of other rubbish on the latest episode of TDP 

Join Mick and Mick as they recap some of the rubbish they talked throughout 2024. 

Episode 40 of The Dorrigo Podcast is live from the Tyringham Campdraft! We're chatting with passers-by, covering all the latest local news, and diving into the Marengo Beef of the Week – this time, it's all about those "phantom roadworks" that are downright unAustralian! We also tackle the hotly debated question: should avocado ever go on pizza? The Controversial Question of the Week makes a return – is it okay to charge family when you do a job for them? All this, plus plenty of the usual rubbish, on this week's episode of TDP!

We're back after a break, and this one's a doozy! The team dives into all the latest happenings around the mountain, with updates you won't want to miss. Plus, we've got two very deserving Legends of the Week who are sure to make you smile. As always, we've got a controversial question that's bound to get tongues wagging. Tune in for a big episode!

We are back! After a short hiatus, the boys are back in the swing of things. This episode we are hanging out with Dorrigo's Mr Nice Guy, a true legend of the community, Sam Dimarco. We talk all the usual non-sense plus all your sports and social news. All this and plenty more on this week's episode of TDP.

Get ready for a jam-packed Episode 35! Massive episode. This week, we're thrilled to have George from Dorrigo and Beyond on the show as we bring you all the latest from around the plateau. The Dorrigo social scene is buzzing with events, so grab your calendar. And, as if that wasn't enough, the boys are headed for the doghouse with our CQOTW: "What are your partner's most annoying traits?" What could possibly go wrong.... All this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP.

Episode 34 of The Dorrigo Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to chat with local legend Jack Buchanan. Jack gives us the scoop on the Rainforest Centre upgrades and we hear all about the goals he's kicking in the business community. Get the goss on all the latest news and sport, plus our CQOTW is not one to be sneezed at! Tune in for all this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP.

In this action-packed episode, we're thrilled to be joined by one of Dorrigo's favorite sons, Eucla Veamatahau Davies! Tune in as we dive into the latest sports buzz, from The Highlanders' thrilling victory in the local derby to our Rangers Rugby boys charging into the finals! Mickey K brings the heat, taking on the big companies with his signature fury. We also tackle your feedback from social media and explore this week's CQOTW: Should other countries be allowed to compete in our national sporting leagues? Plus, a special shoutout to all the lefties out there! Don't miss it! 

Welcome to Episode 32 of The Dorrigo Podcast, where Mick and Mick bring you another round of delightful nonsense! Join us as we delve into the latest happenings around town and share stories that are both bizarre and oddly compelling.This week, we're thrilled to feature a special treat from one of our listeners in Canberra who serenades us with a brilliant new idea for Australia's national anthem. In our signature "Controversial Question of The Week," things heat up as we debate whether we should be making better use of our rail corridor. Spice levels are high, opinions are strong, and you won't want to miss a moment of the discussion.Tune in for all this and more on this week's episode of The Dorrigo Podcast. Remember, blame ChatGPT for the blurb, not Mick and Mick!

Episode 31 of the Dorrigo Podcast is here, and it's a wild ride! Join the boys as they dive into the usual mix of news and sporting results from across the plateau, with a special spotlight on Dorrigo legend Wazza Francis. Mickey K gets fired up over tinned fruit in a rant you won't want to miss, and this week's Controversial Question is sure to stir up some patriotic debate. Plus, expect all the other nonsense you've come to love. This blurb was crafted by ChatGPT because we were too lazy to come up with something ourselves—enjoy the episode!

HUGE episode with plenty to get through after a month off. We're joined by Trenno as we unpack all the latest news, sports and controversy!  

Episode 29 is a special episode where we turn the tables on Mickey K and put him in the hot seat for a change! We hear all about life on the land and Mick's journey across the country before settling on The Plateau. We also unpack all our regular segments and plenty of other rubbish including a beauty of a CQOTW.Shoutout to our sponsors Uplift Physiotherapy, Onyx Castle and MPF Cleaning Services for generously supporting our fundraiser for the Bielsdown River Walk regeneration. 

Episode 28 sees the boys interview the power couple of Dorrigo, Emer and Damo Barbe. Emer is the founder of Dorrigo Plateau News, an online news service all about promoting the plateau. Damo is one half of the Two Ordinary Cops podcast, a podcast all about what it's like being a police officer in the Northern Territory.  After a good yarn with them, we get stuck into a cracking CQOTW that is all about the progress of our little town of Dorrigo.

In Episode 27 we're joined by Plateau legends Emer and Damo as we discuss all things Dorrigo. We hear all about a couple of huge wins for the Rangers and Highlanders and unpack a great question from the inbox that is all about zebra crossing etiquette. All this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP. 

In Episode 26 we are joined by "one of" Dorrigo's favourite fencers, part time vocalist and full time good bloke, Trenno "Jason" Statham. We give Trenno an opportunity to redeem his man card... but does he succeed? As well as this, Stevie G gives us an update on the brewery and we talk all of the usual rubbish including your feedback and a controversial question that is all about neighbourly lawn mowing etiquette.    

We're back... and you know what else is back? Sport! And panelist Jade. Tune in for a cracking Marengo Beef of the Week, plenty of your feedback on From the Feedbox, find out how Mickey K went in our latest poll and hear what it takes to lose your man card on our "hand in your man card" segment.... all this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP. 

Episode 24 is all about the Dorrigo Rangers Rugby Club who have returned to the plateau after a near 9 year hiatus. We're joined by a couple of the Rangers young weapons, Zac and Campbell, as we unpack what was a huge occasion for the club and the town of Dorrigo. We also dive into all of your feedback from the inbox including the wiz-bin saga, team picker segment and the "country wave". To top it all off we unveil the new segment, "hand in your man card". All this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP.

On this week's episode, the boys scroll through the inbox and read out some of the best not-so-controversial questions that have been sent through by our listeners. What are the best nicknames you've heard? Is it ok to be a "team picker"? What's your country wave and do you have to give a wave even if you're not from the country? All this and all the usual rubbish on this week's episode of TDP. 

Episode 22 features an interview with Dorrigo's Young Rural Woman of the Year 2023 winner Nikia Nolan. We hear all about what it's like juggling work and life on the farm with the fame and fortune of being the queen of the town. We also take on a brilliant CQOTW that's all wiz-bin etiquette. All this and plenty of other rubbish on this week's episode of TDP.

A shorter and sweeter look at all the happenings from around the mountain. 

Episode 20 was recorded live from St Stephens church for an interview with Dorrigo's favourite reverend, Mike Ridge. "The Rev" talks about his journey that took him from one side of the globe to the other and how he came to be one of the top pub pool players on the mountain. As usual, the boys get into all the latest news from the plateau, covering sports and upcoming events. Mickey K produces some steam in his latest installment of the "Marengo Beef of the Week" and we unpack a stack of your feedback in our "From the Inbox" segment. All this and plenty of other rubbish, on this week's episode of TDP.

Episode 19 sees the gang interview one of Dorrigo's favourite personalities, Mr Nice Guy himself, Rob Capps aka Cappsy. Cappsy spins some yarns about what it was like running one of Sydney's most iconic and famous pubs - the good times, the not so good times and everything in between. The boys also unpack a CQOTW that maybe isn't so controversial. All this and more on this week's episode of TDP. 

We're back! Episode 18 brings you all the latest news from the plateau including an interview with the newly crowned Dahlia Queen of Dorrigo. Stevie G returns as we wrap up a massive weekend of events in Dorrigo and premiere a new segment titled "The Marengo Beef of the Week" that's all about Mickey K blowing off some steam about relatively mundane things. All this and plenty of other rubbish on Dorrigo's favourite podcast.

Episode 17 Live from Marengo Station.

New year, same podcast! Join the boys as they discuss all the news from across the plateau. Whether it is sports, community shout-outs, controversy or just absolute rubbish, you'll hear it all here on TDP. 

Our final episode for the year! The boys do a wrap up of the year and discuss their favourite moments from an action packed 2023.  

We're back! Episode 14 features the long-awaited and highly anticipated interview with one of Dorrigo's most popular residents, local jack-of-all-trades Sim Mila. The boys also take on an interesting CQOTW regarding the age-old issues of parking and speed limits in town.  

Episode 13 of TDP brings you all the latest news, sporting results, and controversy from around the plateau! 

We're back! Episode 12 of The Dorrigo Podcast brings you all the latest news from around the plateau. This week's CQOTW is sure to upset a few people so apologies in advance! Stevie G rejoins Mick and Mick in the studio and we hear about some upcoming "Mick vs The World" challenges. All this and more on Dorrigo's favourite, and only, podcast.  

Episode 11 brings you all the latest news from the plateau including a run down on the details for the upcoming Dorrigo Show. JT steps in as our panelist so we hear all about what it takes to become Dorrigo's Young Woman of the Year. We also give a Mick and Mick vs The World update and discuss our upcoming challenges. Last but certainly not least, we round things off with a cracking CQOTW...what does it take to earn the title of "a local"? All this and more on Dorrigo's favourite ( because it is the only one) podcast.

Can you believe it?! We've hit double figures! Episode 10 sees the boys interview Dorrigo's Ag expert and 2020 Woman of the Year, Jade Taylor. We also kick things off with a very painful wrap-up of the Hot Chip Challenge and we hear how things went after Mick and Mick took on the cricket club's bowling machine set at 160 clicks. The episode concludes with the famous Controversial Question of the Week... what is the most condescending thing you've been called? All this and more on this week's Dorrigo Podcast.

Episode 9 brings you all the latest news from around the plateau including a not-to-be-missed update on the potential $56 million investment in the Dorrigo Escarpment Great Walk. As usual, we hit you with all the leading headlines from the world of local sport and recap last week's CQOTW.  

Episode 8 sees the boys interview Marc "Howie" Harris,  a leader in the Dorrigo dairy industry and the recently appointed president of the Dorrigo Bushrangers Rugby Club. They also take on the Controversial Question of the Week, which for the first time ever, sees Mick and Mick agree on something!  

Episode 7 features all your favourite segments including news, sports, community shout-out, and the new Micks vs The World! 

Episode 6 is a HUGE episode featuring the veteran of the veterinary world, the amazing Joss Todd. We also have interviews with Bridget from the Dorrigo Folk & Bluegrass Festival and Dorrigo Highlanders' incredibly handsome president Sam Dimarco. As usual, we have stacks of local news and community shoutouts to get your ears around.  

Episode 5 brings breaking news of a WWII grenade exploding at the Rec, a cracking interview with Dorrigo's new "Prince of Property" Tim Bayliss, and of course a controversial question of the week that is sure to divide the town. All this and more on this fortnight's episode of The Dorrigo Podcast. 

Episode 4 provides a huge wrap-up of all the results from a massive fortnight of sport, including the camp draft and the rugby finals. Surprise, surprise, Mickey K gets fired up by another controversial question of the week and the boys commit to a challenge that has Mick Z nervous. All this and more on this fortnight's episode of The Dorrigo Podcast.

Episode 3 of The Dorrigo Podcast featuring the queen of croissants, Beth from the Peaches Patisserie. We'll also be bringing you all the latest news, sporting results, community shout outs, and of course, the controversial question of the week.

Episode 2 of The Dorrigo Podcast featuring the man who puts the sausage in your sizzle, local butcher, deli owner and all round top bloke Ben Garnock. We'll also be bringing you all the latest news, sporting results and community shout outs.

Episode 1 of The Dorrigo Podcast featuring special guest Steven Guest.