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Please Explain
Inside Politics Bonus: Inside the challenge for a Liberal Party jewel

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 17:37 Transcription Available


Today we bring you a special episode recorded in the south-west Victorian electorate of Wannon. The seat encompasses tourist towns from Lorne along the Great Ocean Road, to Warrnambool. And who better to tell the evolving story of Wannon than our associate editor and special writer Tony Wright. He was born in Heywood, grew up on sheep and cattle properties in the Western District, went to school in Hamilton, started his career in small newspapers in Portland, Warrnambool and Camperdown, and still has a house near Portland.Our audio producer Julia Carr-Catzel joins Tony Wright on the road.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please Explain
Inside Politics Bonus: Inside the challenge for a Liberal Party jewel

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 17:37 Transcription Available


Today we bring you a special episode recorded in the south-west Victorian electorate of Wannon. The seat encompasses tourist towns from Lorne along the Great Ocean Road, to Warrnambool. And who better to tell the evolving story of Wannon than our associate editor and special writer Tony Wright. He was born in Heywood, grew up on sheep and cattle properties in the Western District, went to school in Hamilton, started his career in small newspapers in Portland, Warrnambool and Camperdown, and still has a house near Portland.Our audio producer Julia Carr-Catzel joins Tony Wright on the road.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Camperdown Theatre Company

921

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2025 6:07


Camperdown Theatre Company director Madidi McKenzie chats about bringing the mystery, hilarity and nostalgia of the Cluedo board game to life at the Theatre Royal in May asCamperdown Theatre Company presents Clue: On Stage.For tickets and further information visit www.camperdowntheatrecompany.com.au

2 UNITS
186. If It Ain't Broke | C.F. Orr Stakes | Camperdown Coffee

2 UNITS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 62:30


Group 1 Racing rears its beautiful head for 2025 and the Units are back on deck. Bumper show as we dissect a belter of a betting card at Caulfield, headlined by the G1 C.F. Orr Stakes. We also take an in depth look at the 10 race program from Royal Randwick and Sultsy finds us a couple in Adelaide. All in this week' s edition of SULTS' SPECS. Other segments included in this week's episode: The Sultan's Supper Pack Ya Nags UNIT of the Week 2 UNITS Outro: Go West - King of Wishful Thinking Imagine what you could be buying instead. For free and confidential support call 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au

Hotspotting
Albo's Housing Hypocrisy

Hotspotting

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 5:51


Australia is struggling with a number of crisis situations – a cost-of-living crisis, a housing affordability crisis and a rental shortage crisis. Our beloved Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has declared on many occasions how much he cares about the plight of ordinary Australians in dealing with these issues. But, as the old saying goes, actions speak louder than words – and that is particularly relevant to our elected representatives who love to stand before the media cameras and declare their concern for the people but fail to match their words with appropriate actions. So, let's look at how the Prime Minister has handled his personal housing market issues in 2024. In May this year Albanese evicted a long-standing tenant in a property he owned in the Sydney suburb of Dulwich Hill. At the time, the tenant declared he was shocked to learn he no longer had a place to live and had no idea he was going to be kicked out of his home of four years. At the time the tenant said he had tried to seek clarification of the situation and why he had to leave but did not receive a response. He said at the time: “It seems a little bit misaligned with the messaging Labor has been putting out ... about recognising how difficult it is for renters.” He also said: “It's a crippling blow for me right now. I have mixed emotions in calling this out. I voted for Albo at the last election and am broadly a supporter of his policies.” So, PM Albanese, having got rid of the pesky tenant, then put the Dulwich Hill property on the market, with an auction scheduled for October. This was a three-bedroom townhouse at 29B Lewisham St in Dulwich Hill which Albanese bought for $1.17 million in 2015 and was advertising for auction with a price guide of $1.9 million. If it sold at that price, it would represent a 62% gain in nine years. But then, at the last minute, the Prime Minister cancelled the auction and decided not to sell the property after all. He evicted his tenant because he said he wanted to sell and then decided NOT to sell. Then, in the same week, it was revealed he had spent $4.3 million on a new home on the Central Coast north of Sydney. This is Albo the battler we're talking about, the guy who loves to talk about his tough working-class roots and growing up in a housing commission environment. Albanese said he planned initially on leasing out the property with views over Copacabana Beach, with estimates he will pocket between $2000 and $2500 a week in rental income. A Labor MP, who declined to be named, said the purchase was “not a great look” for Albanese, who will have to fight hard to hold on to government at the next federal election. Responding to claims the purchase was a bad look in a cost-of-living crisis and a housing market crisis, Albanese, who earns more than $600,000 a year, said he knew “what it is like to struggle”, referring to his upbringing in public housing in Sydney's Camperdown. “I am much better off as Prime Minister. I earn a good income. I understand that,” he said. Columnist Dennis Shanahan wrote in The Australian: “There are two unequivocal things to say about Anthony Albanese's decision to buy a $4.3 million cliff top, ocean view home on the NSW Central Coast. The first is — good on him. Well done for living the Australian dream of home ownership and getting there on his own. “The second is this — this has to be the dumbest, most damaging piece of political tone deafness and timing since Tony Abbott appointed Prince Philip as a “Knight of the Order of Australia” in the Australia Day honours' list in 2015.” Shanahan wrote: “No matter what Albanese says to justify the purchase, it's a bad political look that makes him appear out of touch with people renting and trying to buy their own home. It also raises the immediate thought that it's a retirement parachute for after the next election.” Meanwhile, on the same day as the $4.3 million purchase was revealed, it was the AGM of Commonwealth Bank – which reported that more and more customers are feeling the pinch from the cost-of-living crisis. Commonwealth Bank chief executive Matt Comyn revealed huge numbers of Australians are falling behind on their mortgage repayments. He told shareholders the bank has offered tailored hardship payment arrangements to 132,000 customers over the past year. Comyn said: “Households are continuing to find it very challenging.” But certainly not the household of our battler Prime Minister. Albo is doing very well indeed. He's just paid over $4 million for a home he won't be living in and he has decided he doesn't need to sell his $1.9 million investment property in Sydney to afford it. And that's perplexing news for the tenant he evicted on the grounds that he needed to sell the property, before subsequently changing his mind.

Hanging with History
1797 Spithead Mutiny, the Nore and Battle of Camperdown

Hanging with History

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 28:46


The 1797 mutinies went hand in hand with financial crisis.  This was the most dangerous period for Britain and the miracle during the French Revolutionary Wars.The Royal Navy spent most of 1797 convulsed and unable to sail.  Fortunately, the French were in no shape to come out after the events we covered in the last few episodes.  The Dutch were a different story..  They had a fleet at Texel, 16 ships of the line ready to set sail.  But the British squadron, based at Great Yarmouth, that was supposed to blockade Texel, joined the mutiny at the Nore instead!  Only the heroism and clever actions of Admiral Duncan kept the Dutch in port during the most dangerous period in June of 1797.  When the Dutch finally came out in October, the result was the Battle of Camperdown.The mutinies were very different from one another.  Spithead more like a labor action.  And everyone, from the Admiralty to the public and the government of Pitt, felt the sailors had a point.  They hadn't had a pay increase since 1658!  And they had other valid grievances. They would give the sailors what they wanted, only the slow workings of Parliament created the danger.  The Nore mutiny though, was a revolutionary beast.  It was a gift to those in power.  It could be used to utterly crush the Nore mutiny and discredit the idea of mutiny.

Talk Birdie To Me

We love a bonus pod, particularly in weeks when we have lots of feedback or questions from the 'Talk Birdie To Me' Wolfpack, too much to fit into the normal pod, so we smash out a bonus pod! Fun!Today's a ripper with a few voicemails.We have a voicemail from Peter who has an idea about allowing more holes to be played as Par 3 holes, leading to a chat about tees.Voicemail from Steve, and an email from Hugh, both asking about Minjee Lee's form and if it has anything to do with moving to Callaway. Mark talks about how he managed the process of changing clubs to ensure it was not any more difficult than it already was.An email from Paul asking about coaches teaching techniques to golfers that slow down play, and we discuss the importance of reading greens. Nick tells us was the best green reader he ever saw.And a voicemail from Jack in Camperdown, Victoria, asking about rule changes, specifically bunker play at his course. A great pod, that takes a turn for the worse when we discuss Snot Blocks, which Nick has never heard of, and Mark and Dan attempt (badly) to explain what they are.A big thanks to our wonderful Talk Birdie partners:PING, they'll help you play your best, like the have for Nick O'Hern. See your local golf shop or professional for a PING club fitting;The new watchMynumbers app, the most powerful data based golf app in the world, download from the App Store or Google Play;The Golf Clearance Outlet, join GCO Live for great member benefits and comps. They're in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Perth, or online here.And Southern Golf Club - Home of the Australian Master of the Amateurs in January 2026, entry is free!Subscribe to never miss a Talk Birdie To Me ep. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok, send a voicemail here, and see our Masterclass videos on YouTube here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Solutionists, with Mark Scott
Coming soon: The Solutionists live – Liberalism may be the source of your soul

The Solutionists, with Mark Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 0:47


Want to be part of a live recording of The Solutionists? Host and Vice-Chancellor at the University of Sydney, Mark Scott, will sit down with philosopher Alexandre Lefebvre, who says liberalism may be the source of your soul. Together they'll unpack the key ideas from Alexandre's new book, Liberalism as a Way of Life.  Alexandre and Mark will take the stage at the University of Sydney's Camperdown campus on Thursday September 19 at 6:00pm as part of the Sydney Ideas talks program. To attend free event in person or to watch the livestream, register here.  +++  Look out for Season 3 of The Solutionists in your feed from Wednesday 4 September 2024.  The Solutionists is podcast from the University of Sydney, produced by Deadset Studios. Keep up to date with The Solutionists by following @sydney_uni on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monitor
Monitor 27 Augustus 2024

Monitor

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 50:01


Vyf verdagtes verskyn in die hof in Camperdown, KwaZulu-Natal, in verband met die konstruksiemafia in uMsunduzi. Ons praat met Business Against Crime South Africa oor hierdie soort misdaad. Planne word gemaak om 'n muisplaag op Marion-eiland te beveg. Huldeblyke stroom in vir die voormalige rektor van die Universiteit van die Wes-Kaap, prof. Brian O'Connell. Die Departement van Internasionale Betrekkinge en Samewerking bevestig dat hulle die konsulgeneraal in Dubai, Tsepo Lebona, herroep het.

Matt and Alex - All Day Breakfast
What's In The Water?

Matt and Alex - All Day Breakfast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 26:11


Georgie Parker joins us to chat about "The Muffin Man" at the Olympics  When has celebrating gone wrong?  What's in the water at Camperdown?  Events from games gone by  Squash Champion Cameron Pilley joins us!  Medal Giveaway Matt & Alex will be with you everyday on Going For Bronze a special 2 week podcast series, discussing all the big events of the Paris games. Brand new episodes of the podcast coming out every Monday - Friday in the afternoon!  You can also catch Going For Bronze with Matt & Alex on Triple M LIVE from 12pm - 1pm. If you've got something to add to the show, slide into our dm's @Matt.and.Alex VOTE FOR MATT OKINE, DENISE SCOTT AND MOTHER & SON IN THE 2024 TV WEEK LOGIE AWARDS HERE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Robert Burns Celtic Festival

921

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 11:21


Catherine O'Flynn talks to Jof about the updates and changes to this years Robert Burns Festival in Camperdown, with the creation of a local choir competition and lots of great entertainment and activities for the whole family. Find out more information by visiting the website https://camperdownburnsfestival.com.au/

East Coast Radio Newswatch
ECR Newswatch @ 08H00 - CIT suspects in killed in shootout with cops in Camperdown

East Coast Radio Newswatch

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 3:20


Police have shot and killed four suspects in Camperdown, in Durban's outer west area. Website

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Camperdown Theatre Company

921

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2024 6:53


Jen Rowan chats about the current Camperdown Theatre Company production she is directing - 'Freaky Friday'. For tickets and more information visit www.camperdowntheatrecompany.com.au/

featured Wiki of the Day
Charles Richardson (Royal Navy officer)

featured Wiki of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2024 3:48


fWotD Episode 2501: Charles Richardson (Royal Navy officer) Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day where we read the summary of the featured Wikipedia article every day.The featured article for Sunday, 10 March 2024 is Charles Richardson (Royal Navy officer).Vice-Admiral Sir Charles Richardson (c. 10 March 1769 – 10 November 1850) was a Royal Navy officer of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.Richardson's naval career began when he joined HMS Vestal as a captain's servant in 1787. In Vestal he made an aborted journey to China before serving on the East Indies Station where he transferred to HMS Phoenix and fought in the Battle of Tellicherry and the Third Anglo-Mysore War in 1791 and 1792. Having returned to England as a master's mate, Richardson fought at the Glorious First of June on HMS Royal George in 1794 before being promoted to lieutenant in HMS Circe. In 1797 he successfully combated the Nore mutiny in Circe before fighting in the Battle of Camperdown where he personally captured the Dutch admiral Jan Willem de Winter. Afterwards he became flag lieutenant to Admiral Adam Duncan and fought at the Battle of Callantsoog and the Vlieter Incident in the Anglo-Russian invasion of Holland of 1799. He then sailed to Egypt in HMS Kent where he again went onshore, fighting in the battles of Abukir, Mandora, and Alexandria in 1801. Promoted to commander in July 1801, Richardson was given command of the en flute HMS Alligator. After the Napoleonic Wars began in 1803 he was sent to the Leeward Islands Station, where he captured three Dutch settlements in September. Richardson made a valuable contribution in the Battle of Suriname in the following year for which he was given command of HMS Centaur and promoted to post-captain. Leaving Centaur in 1805, at the start of the next year he received command of HMS Caesar. In Caesar Richardson fought at the battles of Les Sables-d'Olonne and the Basque Roads in 1809. He joined the Walcheren Campaign later in the year, where he took command of a naval brigade operating ashore. In 1810 he was given command of HMS Semiramis in the English Channel; cooperating with HMS Diana he fought an action against two French warships and a small convoy off the Gironde that was complimented by Spencer Perceval, the prime minister.Leaving Semiramis in 1815, Richardson's next command came in 1819 as captain of HMS Leander on the East Indies Station. He transferred to HMS Topaze in 1821 and sailed to China, where his crew killed two Chinese locals in self-defence. The resulting diplomatic incident was settled at the start of the following year but caused such a strain on Richardson's health that he was invalided home in October 1822. This was his last service in the Royal Navy, but he continued to be rewarded, being nominated a Knight Commander of the Order of the Bath in 1841 and promoted to vice-admiral in 1847. He died of influenza at his home at Painsthorpe in 1850.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 01:35 UTC on Sunday, 10 March 2024.For the full current version of the article, see Charles Richardson (Royal Navy officer) on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm Emma Standard.

The Stage Show
In his 90th year, Michael Frayn's plays still make noise

The Stage Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 54:04


The English writer Michael Frayn has produced a staggering amount of journalism, novels, philosophy, non-fiction and plays. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning writer of Benefactors, Noises Off and Copenhagen celebrates his 90th birthday this year. Also, in the regional Victorian town of Camperdown, a local theatre company has endured for 75 years. We drop by the town's historic Theatre Royal to attend their sold-out 75th Anniversary Spectacular and meet the dedicated community members keeping the Camperdown Theatre Company alive.

The Stage Show
In his 90th year, Michael Frayn's plays still make noise

The Stage Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023 54:04


The English writer Michael Frayn has produced a staggering amount of journalism, novels, philosophy, non-fiction and plays. The Tony and Olivier Award-winning writer of Benefactors, Noises Off and Copenhagen celebrates his 90th birthday this year.Also, in the regional Victorian town of Camperdown, a local theatre company has endured for 75 years. We drop by the town's historic Theatre Royal to attend their sold-out 75th Anniversary Spectacular and meet the dedicated community members keeping the Camperdown Theatre Company alive.

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Camperdown Robert Burns Festival

921

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2023 7:04


Jonathan chats with Jordy, Merran and Peter from the Camperdown Robert Burns Festival about all the different events and activities happening in Camperdown across June 29th to July 2nd. For more information and ticketing details head to https://camperdownburnsfestival.com.au/ or the Facebook page.

Black Magic Woman
IBA Partnership Series: Fiona Clarke

Black Magic Woman

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 28:13


Born in Warrnambool, South West Victoria 1963 Fiona Clarke is a Kirrae Whurrong Aboriginal woman. For over 30 years Fiona has depicted her Aboriginal culture through the visual arts, including tapestry, painting, public art and through children's literature. Fiona has created a variety of artworks using uncomplicated symbols, juxtaposed against rich earthy backgrounds and colours, producing vibrant contemporary works of art. Today Fiona is quite well known, and her work is in collections nationally and internationally. More recently her focus is on public arts and has been commissioned to create works, in Warrnambool, Colac, Camperdown, Terang, and Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Camperdown Theatre Company 75th Anniversary

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 5:29


Toby McKenzie from Camperdown Theatre Company speaks to Jof about the upcoming 75th anniversary performance and reunion. Tickets and more information available at https://www.facebook.com/camperdowntheatreco or https://www.camperdowntheatrecompany.com.au/current-show

Vanity Project
Just Come! with Lev Kaya and Carmencita

Vanity Project

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 64:02


Laura and Charles are joined by their dearest friends, Levent and Carmen, to speak about some upcoming special events! Vanity Project cordially invites you to the Fatal Crush: 037 issue launch ‘see-through' on Tuesday the 18th of April at the Black Box UNSW A&D from 6-8pm along with Levent Kaya's curatorial debut ‘Bonfire' the following night from 6pm on Wednesday the 19th at Flow Studios in Camperdown. Before recording this special four-way episode, Vanity Project flashed their press pass and got a sneak preview of Levent Kaya's magnum opus. They spend the hour stroking their, and one another's egos and admiring the cum on the walls à la Jackson Pollock. They discuss art school, drilling, pegging the patriarchy, auto-empowerment, student writing, mentorship, curation, and vision. Have your say, which motherfucker needs to speak up? Strap in everyone because these shows are going to blow your cock right off! And because we're feeling extra generous this week, we even included an untucked interlude and a sexy surprise strip tease narrated by Carmen herself! You're welcome! 

More Than Milk
Episode 9. Carlie Barry

More Than Milk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 104:10


Carlie Barry and husband Owen milk 300 cows on a certified organic farm near Camperdown in South West Victoria. In this chat we cover everything from her experience as a young mum, her time working at Landmark and Fonterra to how they've taken each opportunity to get them to their current farm. We also delve into what organic farming practices she is using on the farm, her love for crazy and quirky ideas, their paddock to plate beef business and her dream for breeding the ultimate dairy cow in an ever changing environment.  This is Carlie's Story. Want to get in touch with Carlie, please send her a message via her Facebook Page, Woolvie Jerseys and Milking Gyr here If you know someone who you think would be great on the podcast, or you would like to share your story, please get in touch by sending an email to podcast.morethanmilk@gmail.com or stay connected by following us on Instagram or Facebook and send us a message - I'd love to hear from you.  This podcast is proudly supported by CREAM OF THE CROP  The two day conference is an opportunity for women in the dairy industry to come together to learn, connect and reflect. Recognising the contribution, regardless of their role, they make to the industry and their wider community. The 2023 event was held on March 1st and 2nd, at the Koroit Theatre, followed by an inclusive evening networking event in Warrnambool and a then half day farm tour in the surrounding region of South West Victoria. More information can be found on their Website or via Instagram  or Facebook      

The 90's Club Footy Podcast
Essendon - Scott Lucas

The 90's Club Footy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 40:21


This week we go back in time with Essendon premiership forward Scott Lucas. Scott reminisces about his career, reflects on some of his favourite moments and people in the game. Scott, who hails from Camperdown in the Western District, played 270 games in the red and black across 14 seasons and kicking 471 goals. He was a member of the 2000 premiership team and two-time Crichton Medallist. In this episode, Scott talks about his debut season, playing ANZAC Day Football against Collingwood, partnering with Matthew Lloyd in the Bombers Forward 50, the 1999 Preliminary Final Loss, the 2000 premiership win, Kevin Sheedy's departure and his current role as a player manager. A great listen with our twenty-first member of 'The 90's Club Footy Podcast'. Episode has been produced by Set Sounds

Please Explain
How 'real' are Morrison and Albanese on the campaign trail?

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 24:32


It's just over a fortnight until Australia goes to the polls and in 2022 the choice is between two men who grew up five years and ten kilometres apart. Scott Morrison from the affluent eastern suburbs of Sydney and Anthony Albanese in the Camperdown from the inner west. Associate editor Deborah Snow recently spent four days with Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail while National correspondent Matthew Knott has just returned from following Scott Morrison on his campaign. Today on Please Explain, Deborah and Matthew join Nathanael Cooper to discuss just how much the leaders are showing their true selves on the campaign.  Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Please Explain
How 'real' are Morrison and Albanese on the campaign trail?

Please Explain

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 24:32


It's just over a fortnight until Australia goes to the polls and in 2022 the choice is between two men who grew up five years and ten kilometres apart. Scott Morrison from the affluent eastern suburbs of Sydney and Anthony Albanese in the Camperdown from the inner west. Associate editor Deborah Snow recently spent four days with Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail while National correspondent Matthew Knott has just returned from following Scott Morrison on his campaign. Today on Please Explain, Deborah and Matthew join Nathanael Cooper to discuss just how much the leaders are showing their true selves on the campaign.  Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

STAGES with Peter Eyers
'Some Enchanted Evening' - Actor, Showman and Theatre Restaurant Impresario; John Newman

STAGES with Peter Eyers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 88:00


John Newman is the savvy entrepreneur who pioneered the glory of theatre restaurant in Australia, with the establishment of the iconic Tikki & John's in Melbourne. The venue fast became an institution in the city and a haven for a stellar cast of performers. With wife Tikki Taylor, he founded an entertainment dynasty spawning further theatre dining experiences such as Dracula's, Cafe Crypt and Crazyhouse.John Newman is a Geelong boy whose parents were publicans. He was born to perform and garnered early experiences entertaining hotel guests. He joined the Geelong Musical Comedy Company, a flourishing amateur group whose members also included John's brother Bill, Ernie Bourne and Barry Crocker. His success in comic and singing roles with that company, prompted him to embark on show business as a profession.He joined an outfit calling itself, rather ambitiously The South Pacific Film and Television Company, which planned to hit the high spots with a grand tour of Victorian country areas. The variety show, in which John did comedy, magic and his impressions of Groucho Marx and other stars of the day, played Geelong, Colac and Camperdown. He was next a member of the Blind Institute Concert Party, which performed everywhere in Victoria in one - and - two night stands, raising money for the institute. John stayed with the unit for two years, and then he left to go into the chorus of the J. C. Williamson Song of Norway.The run of Song of Norway was followed by a revival of Annie Get Your Gun, with Evie Hayes and Hayes Gordon, and John then went into the chorus of South Pacific, where he met Joyce Taylor (Tikki),Tikki Taylor had studied dancing at the Jenny Brennan Academy and appeared on stage for the first time in a juvenile role in Blue Mountain Melody, an Australian musical which starred Cyril Ritchard and Madge Elliott. After pursuing a classical ballet career she joined J.C. Williamsons as a show dancer, her first show being The Desert Song with Max Oldaker. Then followed Rose Marie, White Horse Inn, No, No, Nanette, The Girl Friend, Follow The Girls and Oklahoma, in which she understudied three roles, eventually playing the lead comedienne, Ado Annie.John and Tikki combined both their professional and private lives working in the same shows. They formed an act and toured it through the U.K. for eighteen months with top Australian magician The Great Levant covering England, Scotland and Wales. After that, they toured the U.S. Army bases in Europe.Back in London they saw the latest American musical hit The Pajama Game, and John knew that Tikki would be perfect for the comedy-dancing role of Gladys Hotchkiss. They rushed back to Australia and with the support of choreographer Betty Pounder and stage director Ian Roberts, Tikki managed to persuade the JCW management that it was not necessary to import an American actress for the role. This seminal production embraced an all-Australian company including Toni Lamond, Jill Perryman and John's brother Bill Newman.John worked in the chorus of The Pajama Game and joined Tikki in subsequent productions of Can-Can, For Amusement Only and Grab Me A Gondola. Tikki and John raised a family, pursued television appearances and then Tikki made a comeback to the stage as Minnie Fay in Hello Dolly.Television claimed John for a while guided by the famous American entrepreneur Larry K. Nixon; then a stint as Victorian manager for NLT Productions, and producer of The Ray Taylor Show on ATV0 in its early days. John was later Company manager for the Moscow Circus before he and Tikki made their decision to go into the restaurant business.Tikki Taylor and John Newman had show business in their blood. Both were already entertaining as children. When they met and married, they changed the course of theatre history in Melbourne. It is indeed an entertaining life!The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Whooshkaa, Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Recipient of Best New Podcast at 2019 Australian Podcast Awards. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

The Coodabeen Champions
The Coodabeen Champions - Friday March 18th

The Coodabeen Champions

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 88:09


This week the chaps focus on the great town of Camperdown with a chat to club secretary Tash Swayn, as well as former AFL star Paul Broderick who came from the town and went on to have a stellar career at Fitzroy and then Richmond. Also joining the show this week, Adam Ray from Missing String Productions - a musician who will arrange, play, sing and (if you don't already have one) write your footy club a theme song! And Champs joins the boys for a chat from Adelaide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE STEPHEN SHIELS RADIO SHOW
Mike Freelander#276

THE STEPHEN SHIELS RADIO SHOW

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2022 14:42


Mike Freelander is the Labour MP for Campbelltown N.S.W. https://www.drmikefreelander.com.au. Mike has been a paediatrician in Campbelltown for 37 years and has dedicated his life's work to ensuring that our children get the greatest possible start in life. Mike completed his residency at the Royal North Shore Hospital before training as a paediatrician at the Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children in Camperdown. Mike and his wife Sharon relocated to the Macarthur Region in 1984, where they raised their six children. Mike started working at Campbelltown Hospital at this time, where he served as Head of Paediatrics from 1986 until 2013. Mike has been a paediatrician in Campbelltown for 37 years and has dedicated his life to ensuring that our children get the greatest possible start in life. Mike established practises in Campbelltown and Camden after noticing that the region's rising demands were not being served. Despite his busy schedule as a paediatrician, Mike still finds time to give back to his profession as a lecturer at Western Sydney University. Rumble https://rumble.com/register/shiels100/ TEEPUBLIC http://tee.pub/lic/30oqBso3y2Y Linktree https://linktr.ee/stephenshiels Patreon https://www.patreon.com/stephenshiels?fan_landing=true Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/people/Shiels900/shop?asc=u&ref=account-nav-dropdown Bandcamp https://stephenshiels.bandcamp.com/album/death-and-life Webtalk https://join.webtalk.co/7070500 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/stephen-shiels/message

PRS Global Open Keynotes
“Periosteal Free Flaps for Facial Reconstruction” with Bruce Ashford PhD, Lyndel Hewitt PhD, and Jonathan Clark FRACS

PRS Global Open Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 21:22


In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Bruce Ashford PhD, Lyndel Hewitt PhD, and Jonathan Clark FRACS examine potential periosteal free flap donor sites. This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Defining the Dimensions of Periosteal Free Tissue Transfer Harvest Sites” by Lyndel Hewitt, Takako Yabe, James Wykes, Darryl J. McAndrew, Clark, Jonathan R. Clark and Bruce G. Ashford. Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com: https://bit.ly/PeriostealFreeFlaps Dr. Ashford is an Associated Professor of Surgery at the University of Wollongong in Wollongong, Australia. Dr. Hewitt is a Senior Research Fellow affiliated with the University of Wollongong in Wollongong, Australia. Dr. Clark is a Clinical Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney and Director of Head and Neck Research at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse in Camperdown, Australia. Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia. #PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

PRS Global Open Keynotes
“Periosteal Free Flaps for Facial Reconstruction” with Bruce Ashford PhD, Lyndel Hewitt PhD, and Jonathan Clark FRACS

PRS Global Open Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 21:21


In this episode of the PRS Global Open Keynotes Podcast, Bruce Ashford PhD, Lyndel Hewitt PhD, and Jonathan Clark FRACS examine potential periosteal free flap donor sites.This episode discusses the following PRS Global Open article: “Defining the Dimensions of Periosteal Free Tissue Transfer Harvest Sites” by Lyndel Hewitt, Takako Yabe, James Wykes, Darryl J. McAndrew, Clark, Jonathan R. Clark and Bruce G. Ashford.Read the article for free on PRSGlobalOpen.com:https://bit.ly/PeriostealFreeFlapsDr. Ashford is an Associated Professor of Surgery at the University of Wollongong in Wollongong, Australia.Dr. Hewitt is a Senior Research Fellow affiliated with the University of Wollongong in Wollongong, Australia.Dr. Clark is a Clinical Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney and Director of Head and Neck Research at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse in Camperdown, Australia.Your host, Dr. Damian Marucci, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Sydney in Australia.#PRSGlobalOpen #KeynotesPodcast #PlasticSurgery

Ben Fordham: Highlights
What does 'Freedom Day' look like for pubs? Alfred Hotel publican Bill Smith

Ben Fordham: Highlights

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 2:32


The Camperdown pub owner is looking forward to pouring cold beers again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mindfulbiz
Allana Frisken Founder of We are Wylde and Muse Pilates Studio

Mindfulbiz

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2021 23:41


Allana Frisken is founder of beautiful plant-based range called We are Wylde and Muse Pilates Studios located in Camperdown, Dulwich Hill, Hamilton and Warners Bay. We Are Wylde is a collection of plant-based protein powders developed by a nutritionist + dietitian. The range is formulated for wellness and vitality. Business Coach, Alison Morgan speaks with Allana about juggling multiple businesses and growing them. www.relauncher.com.au www.instagram.com/relauncher_alison/

Green Left Weekly Radio
Malaysia gets a new unelected government || Common Ground residents demand compensation for harsh lockdown

Green Left Weekly Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021


Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. Presenters: Jacob Andrewartha & Chloe DSNewsreportsDiscussion and analysis from the presenters on 'A new era': Australia to acquire nuclear submarines as part of historic 'AUKUS' alliance to counter China's influenceReport on public transport being shut down by the police to prevent anti-lockdown rally News from Green Left JobKeeper and Robodebt: One law for the rich and another for the restInterview and DiscussionRecording of the Green Left podcast "Malaysia gets a new unelected government" where Green Left's Peter Boyle spoke to Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) deputy chairperson S. Arutchelvan (Arul) about the political situation in this COVID-19 ravaged country and the disturbing fanning of race politics by its ruling elite. You can view the podcast and recording here via Green Left.Interview with Common Ground housing residents Saffa and Robin which is an social housing estate run by Mission Australia (MA) in inner city Camperdown that was placed under a sudden 14-day hard lockdown. They spoke about the experiences of a hard lockdown being imposed on their estate and how they're organising to demand compensation for the hard lockdown that was imposed which includes demands such as rent relief. 

She Knows
Episode 1: Beverly McArthur - Beverley McArthur “Knows” what it takes to make an impact as a Politician, Community Champion, Wife and most importantly a Mother! She Knows

She Knows

Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 2, 2021 40:42


Beverley McArthur “Knows” what it takes to make an impact as a Politician, Community Champion, Wife and most importantly a Mother!  She KnowsOn today's episode I am super excited to introduce you to an Amazing woman who is truly impacting the community around her and beyond.  With health, our livelihoods, creating a better world for our children at the forefront, this woman has some dynamic and thought provoking opinions.  She has been a member of the Liberal Party for 45 years and serving her community in politics as the member for Western Victoria.  She is the proud mother of 3, lives on a Beef Farm in Camperdown and covers an area spanning 79,000 square kilometres.  Today's guest is Beverley McArthur MP, a true role model for women all over and a community champion!  Now I know what you're thinking, is this episode going to be all about politics?  Well, surprisingly, no!  Beverley is such an accomplished individual and that's not even touching on her political career.  She has played the role of wife, mother and community servant for over 45 years.  Bev has a particular nack for speaking from the heart, being unashamedly herself and accepting that she is not going to be everyone's cup of tea.  In fact, she shared a really poignant quote on the show, which will stick with you.  She mentioned that so many “are worried about becoming tomorrow's headline, when they should be focussed on being a headline to begin with”.  This shows her courage and willingness to get others into the conversation, that we all need to have.Hear about her views on the latest pandemic, parenting, community initiatives, women in business and the many roles they play.  Strap yourselves in and enjoy this episode with Bev!Some fun facts about Beverley:She has to drive more than 5km to get to her letterbox.She grew up in a tiny little town called Terang.She was married to the late Liberal Party member for Corangamite Stewart McArthur.She was behind the push to stop the banning of singing in Kindergartens.She lives on a beef farm in Camperdown.Check out the full transcript of this episode here:Brandon Burns  0:02  Welcome back, everyone to the second ever episode of she knows a brand new show shining a light on amazing women doing amazing things. And I've got an amazing woman on the show today. There's no doubt, but not just a woman, an amazing human being and someone who's been really crushing it in her space and industry for a long time now, she doesn't look to be slowing down anytime soon. I must admit her energy is infectious so I'm going to introduce her. She's a 45 year member of the Liberal Party. She's the member for Western Victoria. She's a mother of three. She currently can be found down in Camperdown on a huge property. And she covers such a massive area across the Southwest. I've had the the pleasure of interacting with her at runway HQ and within the community supporting businesses and entrepreneurs. Beverley McArthur How are you? I'm very well thank you. What's it like to be working from home today? where it looks like it's great weather and you get to relax in the surrounds of home and yeah, What's it been like?Beverley McArthur MP  1:08  Well, I'm very fortunate because I'm out here in the country. My letterbox is five kilometres from the house. So I'm, I'm in isolation, so to speak. But I can enjoy the the birds and the bees and the surrounds of being out in the country. So we are very fortunate those of us who can be in the country, I have great sympathy for those people locked up in the prison of their homes in Melbourne, kind of get to a playground these days. Who would have thought? Terrible? Yeah,Brandon Bur

Small Business Banter
Martin Ginnane from Ginnane & Associates on the game-changing economic opportunities ahead for regional towns from smart retail renewal, investment attraction and effective cooperation between local stakeholders

Small Business Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2021 27:51


@MartinGinnane from  @ginnaneassociates is an expert advisor on #retaildevelopment #placemaking and #brandactivation. He's worked with international cities and regional towns on major #investmentattraction #regionalrenewal and #retailrenewal projects. He was the #vicgov first retail industry specialist, is a member of the @victoriangovernment #SmallBusinessMinisterialCouncil and had senior roles at the #vicgov #DepartmentofBusinessandInnovation and was #DeputyManagingDirector of #DowntownDutyFree. The following quote from his website sums up his philosophy and approach to the work he does."Global Cities of significance all have one thing in common, a strong and vibrant, culturally diverse heart that encourages people to live, experience, participate and claim ownership of their location. At the heart of these cities, is a unique offering that makes them stand out from the sameness that is making so many cities bland and boring. Retail strength, placemaking and events are the economic backbone of all successful global cities and large residential developments." He's currently working on a major retail renewal project with the @cityofwarrnambool and in the discussion we cover;bringing his experience with major city #investmentattraction to regional townsthe exciting opportunities ahead for #regionaltownsavoiding the 'sameness' that is making so many cities bland and boring, the #oversuccess of big citieshow #Covid19 fast-tracked problems in the retail sectorwhere and how #prestige  has lost out to #masstige  and why "luxury is about where you found it rather where you bought it"#liebigstreet #warrnambool the critical role of #localgovernment   #restorationgrants  #landlords #localcouncilthe component pieces in a vibrant and vital #retailstrip#treechange and the influence of these younger people when they return to the towns they were born in#foodandbeverage #whiskybars #goodbottleshop  #ginbars #goodpizzabuilding #sustainable #businessmodel from services and products that appeals to #locals and #visitors #smallbusiness an #employmentgenerator in #regionaltownswww.kerrcapital.com.auA full transcript of the interview is below. Michael Kerr: Hi, it's Michael Kerr here presenting Small Business Banter.A healthy micro and small business sector means a successful economy and a more vibrant society. Small Business Banter is about helping regional business owners better prepare for current challenges, but also for the next stage of business success. I'm Michael Kerr, founder of Kerr Capital, advisors to business owners.Each week I interview a fellow small business owner or an expert and they share their stories, their life experiences, the wins and the losses, and their best advice to help you, the listener, get the most you can from your own business. Small Business Banter is brought to you from the studios of 104.7 Gippsland FM and is heard across Australia on the Community Radio Network. Thanks also to Kerr Capital supporters of the show.Okay, welcome to another edition of Small Business Banter. Really pleased to have in today with us, Martin Ginnane, from Ginnane & Associates. Martin will tell you a lot more about what he's done in a few minutes, but I just wanted to cover off some of the highlights. He's principally responsible for advising on retail development, place making and brand activation. He's done a lot of work in both big cities and regional areas. He's a member of the Small Business Ministerial Council, and he's really a Retail Industry Specialist here in Victoria. And prior to that, he was the Deputy Managing Director of Downtown Duty-Free. Firstly, welcome in today, Martin. Martin Ginnane: Thank you very much. It's a pleasure to be here. Michael: And for today's discussion with Martin, we're going to be talking about regional renewal, making the most of retail, attracting investment, and lessons learned from some of the major initiatives. Martin was involved in Melbourne and now has been working with regional Victoria locations in Camperdown Warrnambool and Ballarat. So we're looking forward to that. But Martin, if you could, just give us a couple of minutes in your background so the listeners are in sync with where you come from and what you do. Over to you.Martin: Thank you, Michael. I'm fortunate enough to have had a very varied background, but all around the retail sector. Born in Melbourne many, many years ago. I was raised in Melbourne. I spent 20 years in Sydney where I started my retail career with companies such as Angus and Coote, The Jeweler's and Diamond Traders, which was part of then of the Hooker Corporation owned by the illustrious George Herscu. And then was poached to join Downtown Duty Free in the days when Duty Free was a big business. We had Melbourne Airport, Brisbane Airport, Sydney Airport, and about 15 off-airport stores. So, at about 6,000 staff in those days. I joined there as Deputy Managing Director. And after six years, we were taken over by Swiss Air Company. I was retrenched and thought, well, I'll come back home to Melbourne. I came back to Melbourne and was appointed as the Victorian government's first Retail Industry Specialist at a time when Melbourne in particular had vacancy rates as high as 17 to 18%. I was appointed under the Kennett government for 12 months and ended up staying there for 17 years. And during that period, I work mainly on investment attraction for the CBD, an original advisor on the Melbourne Fashion Festival for the state government up until I departed 10 years ago to establish my own business, Ginnane & Associates.Michael: Excellent. So, from that background, you know a lot about foot traffic. So I'm looking forward to exploring the work that you've been doing. I mean, drawing on that rich experience, but also relating it to what you've been doing in some of the regional parts of Victoria. So, I just wanted to start off with a quote from your website, "Global Cities of significance all have one thing in common, a strong and vibrant, culturally diverse heart that encourages people to live, experience, participate and claim ownership of their location. At the heart of these cities, is a unique offering that makes them stand out from the sameness that is making so many cities bland and boring. Retail strength, placemaking and events are the economic backbone of all successful global cities and large residential developments." That's straight from your website. It was very powerful. I'm going to ask you about how regional towns and regional cities in Australia can take something from that. I'm assuming it applies across towns as well as cities.Martin: Most definitely, Michael, it does. It's a big statement, and it's a strong statement and it's one that I'm thinking actually of using on every single presentation that I do to whether be commercial or private government, particularly in this day and age. It came from the fact that a lot of things were happening in the retail sector prior to COVID. We can all say that COVID caused it, but there are massive changes happening prior. One of the things that was driving this belief that I have in that statement is that sameness was happening all around the world. So you could walk down in Collins Street, you could walk down all the major cities, and they were taken over now by the mega giants, the Louis Vuitton's, the Gucci's, the Prada's, who roll out their international branding twice a year.So, you can walk down these streets and look in the windows and you'll see the same thing. The only time that you'll notice if you'll look up and you'll see St Paul or St Patrick's Cathedral or Notre Dame and you'll think I'm not in Melbourne, I'm in Paris. So seriously, that's how bad retail was getting.Michael: They'd taken that McDonald's consistency of product just a little bit too far with their retail.Martin: Yeah, and I call it masstige rather than prestige. It has got to the point where the big players are having to buy smaller boutique operations now to make themselves unique and so-called exclusive again because of the success and over success of some of those global brands.Michael: Too much commoditization of a once glorious brand. Martin: Exactly. So, one of the things that comes out of this is the desire to experience something that is different and unique. One of my other sayings is, "luxury to me is about someone says where did you find that as opposed to where did you buy it." Because you can buy anything these days. If you've got the money, you can buy something at the top. When within 18 months it'll be at H&M or probably far less than that, or how you can buy the copy of it. But the wonderful discovery, finding something, whether it's a great old book or pre-love tie or whatever the case may be. So, jumping back into your question. This is where retail cities and towns across Australia had the upper hand. It is really, really their opportunity to shine. We can discuss that as we go along. Michael: Yeah. Look, I think we ought to jump straight into that. The renewal or the potential renewal of the local shopping strip. I mean, you're doing some work recently, I think, in Ballarat, which got some magnificent real estate and grand streets. But what would you take to those places to make that local shopping strip vital and exciting for the locals? I'm assuming we're not going to have potentially some of those big international luxury brands.Martin: Nor do you want them. But Michael, what I think is the scenario is that it's going to be driven by two things. You've got to have an appetite by the local government. You've got to have an appetite by the council. For example, I just almost finished four years work with the City of Warrnambool on the redevelopment of Liebig Street. So they had a counselor at the time who had a vision to say to themselves and their constituents, "If we don't do something with this beautiful old big wide street, it is falling into such disrepair that we are losing out to the new shopping centers that are opening and almost circling like a western movie with the wagon train circling the town." Michael: Right. And choking it off.Martin: And choking it off. Now, this scenario with success for any regional town or major strip is to make sure that they are no longer just selling stuff. I use the difference between a product and an NSA stuff. This is not being derogatory to any of the brands that are in the shopping centers around regional cities. And those shopping centers do offer convenience. If it's pouring with rain, a young mother can drive in or a young father can drive in. Unload the baby. It's dry. They are not going to get wet. But although found in those shopping centers is stuff. They'll find inexpensive football socks for the kids which they need because they grow so quickly. They'll find a dress. They might find a cheap, inexpensive set of cabinets or something for their bedroom. That's fine.When they come into Warrnambool or when they come into Ballarat or when they come in to Camperdown, it's about wanting to come into town because that is where they are going to experience and find things that are different and unique. They are going to be able to engage with the community in a much nicer environment, wider footpaths, planting, better awnings, easier parking. All those things make for an environment that will make regional cities and towns continue to thrive.Michael: Right. So Warrnambool, Ballarat, other regional towns around Australia, the history is there. But you talked about having local councilors being a big part of the equation they need to support. What about landlords? I mean, some of these buildings are grand and make for beautiful retail or food or whatever. But the older they get, the harder they are to maintain, or the costly they are to maintain.Martin: You can see examples not just in regional towns. You can see examples on Chapel Street under the Council of Stonnington on Glenferrie Road in many, many areas. One of the advantages that live shopping centers have is that every so many years, your store must be refurbished. You must meet the guidelines of the shopping center and so forth. So while that creates a great Disneyland feel and a very, very nice, safe environment and a pleasurable environment where we're almost craving. Well, we are craving something that's a bit more earthy and a bit more real.Warrnambool, and I know the City of Ballarat as well. Warrnambool successfully offered restoration grants for property owners during the redevelopment program. The City of Warrnambool got that funding from federal state and from their own coffers. So three lots of funding. I believe the City of Ballarat has done the same for the renewal of the mall. I believe both cities are offering grants and financial assistance to restore and renew these heritage buildings.Michael: Right. So assuming the landlord takes advantage, then it does really open up the opportunities for smaller retail operators, whether they be food or whether they are quirky retail, to start something.Martin: Michael, the exciting thing is when you walk down the streets of these areas now is that you are seeing young people. You are seeing in Warrnambool there's, I think, three whiskey bars. There's a gin bar. These are all being run by young people who were born and raised in Warrnambool. Evidently, you do need to either be born there or marry somebody. And if you marry somebody, you need to be married for 20 years before you are classed as a true business owner.Michael: Before you get your stamp. Yeah.Martin: Even though I've been there a lot, I still don't think I'm a local. But they are coming back to town. They are seeing opportunities to come back to their town and make a living for themselves and their families. There's new housing estates being built in big numbers around these large and medium-sized regional cities. And these people come in many ways, quite often from urban environments, and they still want to live the same way. They want to be able to go out to a whiskey bar. Well, they want to be out to buy some nice cheese and some nice bread. Michael: Yeah. And in today's edition of Small Business Banter, I'm talking with Martin Ginnane from Ginnane & Associates. Yeah, that's a trend that we talk about all the time on Small Business Banter. The movement back from CBD areas, whether it be Sydney or other states and capitals, and this reinvigoration of towns and those people bringing with them some of their experiences. There's no question me, Melbourne and Sydney and Brisbane and Adelaide have some incredible innovation in food, but it seems to be transplanting now in these regional locations. Is that a result of people just having enough of the city being too expensive to run businesses? What are your thoughts on why this is happening?Martin: I think, Michael, you are spot on it. But it's a combination of all those things. It's a combination of perhaps the over success that large cities have had in terms of urbanization, particularly Melbourne, in the last eight to ten years. Massive increase of student population, which we see the massive contribution they've given to the economy, particularly as I haven't been here for the last 12 months. It's a combination of all those things. People want to not necessarily escape, they just want to experience something, whether they are moving permanently or whether they are visiting. The other thing that's happening, of course, is that the ability. I know someone in particular who's going to be working. He stays in Ballarat but is working from Melbourne firm, and then you need to go to Melbourne that twice a week. So all that flexibility is something five years ago we didn't have.Michael: Yeah, I think you made a comment earlier about not what you bought, where you bought it or you found it. You know, I live down the Bellarine Peninsula. My office is in Queenscliff. Well, it's fascinating every day to walk through that street and what it might be and see the gin bars and the distilleries. Not so much in Queenscliff, but certainly in other places, it's booming. It's a combination of that vigor and energy. If you were to take a view of what the next town that wants to reinvigorate their retail strip, the historical retail strip, what are the key that we've talked about to support to restore buildings? I guess we need landlords to come onboard and buy into the vision, and the small business operators. What else or who else is needed to really kick start getting these places? Because people are traveling more and more through regional Australia because you can't go elsewhere. So the opportunities would seem to be there if you've got an interesting offer.Martin: The LGA, the Local Government Authority, has to have the passion. And the counselors, the CEO, have to have a dream of what that town could be. In many eyes, retail doesn't play a part. Retail services and hospitality don't really play a part in local government plans. They may have a four-year strategy for economic development, but retail and services don't normally play a big part in it. So, in order for what you've just said, the other players, the landlords, the small business operators, the potential investors. You have to know that you are moving into an area or considering to move into an area where a council is hungry for your business and is keen to get it.I'm just about to deliver an investment attraction to the opportunity in Warrnambool where we are inviting some of the big commercial real estate agents down to have a look at what the area has to offer. How it's grown, how it's changed. Not necessarily to get any big players down but for them to be able to put Warrnambool in their head for property investors, but also for businesses that might be looking to expand. Michael: So you're saying that retail and retail services aren't really a driver for the LGAs. Is that it?Martin: No. I'm not saying that with all of them, but with a lot of them it's very much... When I started originally with the state capital which was over 20 years ago. I remember having a director said to me, "But Martin, why are we even playing in this space? One shop closes, another shop opens." It's not as simple as that. It's a scenario where council needs to lead the way in a vision of what they want the city to be. And when I say retailer, not necessarily just talking about selling more stuff. A good regional town, a good regional city, should attract people. It should attract its own people. It should attract visitors. But it should attract them for a multitude of reasons. Retail, food, beverage is one of the biggest drivers in today's market.Michael: Absolutely. It is. And it's certainly an area for further discussion. But if you look around, I spend a lot of time in traveling in regional Victoria. I go a long way for a good bakery, a good beer, a good pizza. So, what are the components for a good contemporary retail strip in any given town? What must you have to get people to choose that town over another town? Martin: You have to have two things. You have to have a business model that appeals to the locals, and you also have to have a business model that will appeal to the visitors. Now, I spent a lot of time as a young boy, which was a long time ago in Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, and I remember how it was and I see how it is now. However, for all the success, Daylesford in particular is still very much a weakened economy. Because driven by everything that appeals to the tourist. You must maintain an offering that appeals to your local residents as well. So you need, as you just said, a good pizza joint which Warrnambool has about two and Ballarat has about six. You need a really good bottle shop. You need a couple of good pubs. You need a pub that has good live music. You need a good delicatessen. You know, there's one in Warrnambool called Darriwill Farm. It was a retail released by a woman by the name of Lisa Pitkethly. It's the most amazing business. It's got absolutely everything.Michael: I also tried some stores in the city. I didn't know that.Martin: They had one in [inaudible] and they had one in Albert Park, I think, but I think that both are gone. Lisa's got bought out her own business now. But it's that sort of business where you just go there. It's almost like a small Ikea for food and delicatessen. You just go in. You pick up a basket and you buy. The other thing is, do these towns need this as they get to and need to have the services as well? So there's a good banking infrastructure. There's two insurance brokers. There're things like that that help the community.Michael: Yeah. And those communities would think on across the board of growing. So you've got a bigger and more permanent base to build a business around. This idea of investment attraction, it's still a viable model for local government to think about, local councils. It's not just for big cities. Martin: It's essential because big cities have been so badly hurt. The big cities that have relied particularly on government employees, in a big, big way, and international students. I think of Victoria's wonderful campaign they had many years ago with the jigsaw puzzle. And the course CBD of Melbourne, which I'm actively involved in working on their precincts, review work at the moment. But the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle fall on that. So, the students are falling off the table. The tourists are falling off the table. The public servants in town.Michael: I get it. In that investment attraction, I just want to get your thoughts quickly. There's quite a difference between attracting big employers versus attracting new business operators. I'm very passionate about seeing more small business owners. So it's a balance between getting a bigger organization that can employ 20, 50, or 100 people. But also, I think, sometimes the opportunities to attract new and innovative small business operators. We had Carly Flecknoe from the Made the Grampians Way. She's a classic tree changer. This is maybe 30 episodes back. But that's the kind of energy and vigor that I think we need as well as obviously attracting... Not everyone wants to be a business owner, so we need to have a balance. But I sometimes wonder whether small business might get underappreciated as an employment generator. Martin: They certainly never get underappreciated if I'm involved in anything. I've been in small business in different ways on and off for so many years and I know the difficulties of it, but I am so passionate about believing that this is their time to rise. This is really, really their time to rise. They've got access to so much now in terms of they don't need to pay for big advertising. They've got Instagram. They've got everything at their fingertips to grow their business. Michael: Yeah. They got something that's interesting, quirky. They can get people to the destination.Martin: Exactly.Michael: They can build it and they will come. Maybe that's going to come true for some. Martin: Well, that's why we're doing the investment attraction work. It's certainly not to when under no idea that we will attract big brands, but it's about putting the city of Warrnambool and other cities in investors' minds. Michael: Yeah, and really building on the natural advantage, the heritage, the proximity to food, beverage, produce. Martin: And a wonderful life.Michael: And a wonderful life. Yeah. Hey Martin, that is, unfortunately, time up for us today. But that was a really great chat. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and your energy and passion for that reinvigoration and renewal. Keep up the great work and perhaps we will chat another time, but go well.Martin: Thank you, Michael.Michael: Thanks, Martin Ginnane.So that is all for today's episode of Small Business Banter. I continue to be inspired, bringing you small business experts and other small business owners and hearing their stories. Do you want to listen to any past episodes? Jump onto your podcast platform of choice and search Small Business Banter. There, you will find a diverse and fascinating collection of small business owners and experts openly discussing and sharing their experiences. For any of the links, resources, or information we've talked about on the show today or to contact me, please head over to smallbusinessbanter.com, or you can find us on Facebook and Instagram. It would be great to have you tune in the same time next week for another episode of Small Business Banter.[END]

Small Business Banter
Janet Bond from Wattle Road on the rejuvenation of people, lives and communities coming from the increase in moves to regional Australia

Small Business Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2021 27:51


@JanetBond   is the cofounder of @WattleRoad  which, based on this trend of people #movingtotheregions, was launched to guide to people considering this #lifechange, this #lifestylechange, and inspire them by talking to people who'd already done it. Through those stories, we hope that  people will know  what not to do, and what not to do.  The website is focussed on #regionalbusinesses #regionalproperty #regionalliving.It's best summarised as follows "it's as much about dreams and new beginnings, as it is about finding a house that you will love and a great school for your kids".Prior to that, she had an extensive career in business and commercial journalism, in both regional and capital cities for companies including #newscorp. Common in the publications was advocating for a city or town, helping to be really proactive about making sure it was a great place to live. But in 2019 she left the corporate world to start @WattleRoad after a chance discussion with a close friend who had recently moved to #Japarat - where #RobertMenzies was born. Her friend had escaped lockdown and unexpectedly discovered the real meaning of community;going down to the local post office and being known by her nameeating at the local pub and meeting peopleIn our wide-ranging discussion we cover;why it's no longer people escaping the city but more being attracted by what is on offer in the #regionsthe trends that are showing a return to those days where small towns and towns had their #localbaker, their #localfishmonger, their #localbutcher, their #localbrewer#housingaffordability and #livabilityhow property prices in #regionalaustralia for the first time in 15 years have outperformed capital city pricesrealising that there's a story that wasn't being told about the regions and immersing themselves in itloving what we domaking better decisions on #treechange #seachangehow people in regional towns have got the time to talk, and why they really love talking about where they livehow it's very easy to make connections in regional towns (far more than it was for her in Melbourne and in Sydney)when new in town reaching out to people and asking other newbies where they came from, and chat about what their journey was likesome of the #casestudiesa woman who's moved from Melbourne to Apollo Bay and set up his psychology practice, she took her family, and young teenagers to #ApolloBay from #Brightona #physiotherapist who had a very big practice and was able to exit #Sydneythe #Accountant from the #NorthShore, who got out of Sydney, sold his home he bought the local #cobbler - he went #backtoschool  to learn how to repair shoesSo then she found herself in the middle of the fires in terrible push ties summer that we had. And she realized that while that was something she hadn't contemplated living in a place of risk, she found firsthand how that community pulled together.why the rejuvenation of the regions is actually much but its much about the rejuvenation of people and rejuvenation of our lives and living in a way that perhaps we've always dreamed ofthe key things to do to make making sure it is the right decisionthe value of the local #ChamberofCommercesome of the #ABS #netmigration numbersthe @wattleroad approach of;exploring first, spending time (weekends away) to see if you think might be a good fitlooking at propertylooking at jobs (and how it's a suprise to most people when they hear that there are 66,000 job vacancies in regional Australia at the moment - July 2021)why sometimes people may need to consider starting or acquiring a businesshow the region's do so well in promoting the local produce and the opportunities this is creating;#craftbreweries - why two-thirds are in the regions and how they convert many of old pubs on the market e.g. #smeatonhttps://www.realestate.com.au/property-house-vic-smeaton-135538834how  #rejuvenatedpubs #brewpubs can be part of the community, the #localmeetingplace, and also put the place on the map#forrestbrewery is a great example of thatgreat country pubs, pasties, vanilla slice#awardedbakeries around the country and #australiasgreatestpieswith a heightened awareness of where our #foodproducts come from how the regions are owning #localproduce@thevillageco - based in #regional #NewSouthWales and putting some pretty #tech into #supplychains to #Keepthemoneyinthevillagewanting a different life, wanting to be more connectedwhy #transport #majortrainline is such a really big factor when you're choosing a place to live#camperdown - one of the most beautiful #historicstreetscapes in Victoria #remote work#bandwidth for communication  #NBNthe importance of getting #infrastructure right and why it will follow the #growththe #vicgov putting departments in regional towns to #createjobswww.kerrcapital.com.au

Small Business Banter
Lisa Dwyer, Dairy Farmer, Chair & Non Executive Director on building resilient businesses and communities

Small Business Banter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 27:51


Lisa Dwyer is a dairy farmer and is actively involved in #governanceroles with a number of #agricultural and #communitybasedorganisations.She started life in the #Victorianthoroughbredracingindustry before (her own words) 'being ambushed' into the #dairyindustry via a marriage proposal. She learned about dairy quickly and together they now run an 850 acre #dairyproperty in #southwestvictoriaIn our discussion Lisa talks about;the call she got on her honeymoon from her mother-in-law that catapulted her and her husband into their own dairy businesshow with limited capital they got startedtheir first #multiculturalherdsurviving the #GlobalFinancialCrisis, #drought,  #diseasetaking on roles as;#Nonexecutivedirector at the @AustralianlivestockexportCorporation#nonexecutivedirector at @murraygoulburnChair of the @victoriastategovernment #RegionalPartnership for the #GreatSouthCoastregionher approach to and philosophy on managing it all;no compromisesbeing willing to accept that responsibility and doing all that you possibly can to deliver on what you are responsible forthe relationship with their animals from an agricultural perspective - and having this real sense of responsibility for their #animalwellbeingcrucible moments, in particular with the implosion of @MurrayGoulburn (noting she joined the board after all that occurred) - and the responsibility to make the best of the ruins of what was a 60 year old farmer-owned company, and being able to deliver back to the farmers, the investment that they had made quite often over decades was probably one of the things that I am most proud ofThe unlimited opportunities in #agriculture - as the world's population continues to grow, and the desire for safe, #highquality #sustainablyproduced #food and #fiber, which is exactly what we do here in Australiathe perennial challenges of #globaltrade which we're seeing playing out in the media nowthe challenges of climate changeher frustration with the ongoing negative discussions about agriculture and the link to why (unsuprisingly) young people don't want to pursue agriculture as a career -the new era for #Australianagriculture how #agtechtechnology and new capital streams will deliver a much more highly sophisticated ag sector that will attract the best and brightest talentthe objectives of the state government regional partnership for the Great South Coast region (the greatest region in Victoria!!);helping government understand what's required in the regionsensuring that the people of the regions feel as though they're being heard#digitalconnectivitygetting a more equitable voice for #rural and #regionalVictorians, and particularly for the #disadvantaged, and also for the #youth and #women.#digitalliteracy#digitalaffordability#satellite #reliableconnectivity#digitalnow initiativemovement into the region - from #Hamilton, #Portland, #Warrnambool #Camperdown #Kerangthe significant natural tourism attractions e.g. #GreatOceanRoad, #12apostles #BudjBim (#indigenousagriculture) #GrampiansNationalPark and #visitoreconomy#preeminence from an agricultural perspective#renewableenergy (already produced more than 50% of the of the state's wind energy)why there shouldn't be any limitation on the ways in which you can get involved in your local community, and her advice to;start with very modest, expectationsdo your homework and you must go to every meeting prepared, andlisten to the views of others and make considered contributionsalways look for the #silverlining because nothing will be achieved, out of a negative perspectivewww.kerrcapital.com.au

The Buried Treasures
Mufti Abrar Mirza

The Buried Treasures

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 117:59


Mufti Abrar Mirza graduated from Benedictine University in 2006 with a degree in Information Systems. He simultaneously began formal studies at Darul Qasim in Glen Ellyn, IL. He completed his ‘Alim course in 2007 from Ma’had Ta’lim al-Islam in Elgin, IL. Thereafter, he enrolled at Madrasah In’aamiyyah (Camperdown, South Africa), to specialize in the field of issuing legal verdicts (fatwas). In 2009, Mufti Abrar completed his Iftaa training under Mufti Ebrahim Desai, a world renowned jurist and expert in Islamic finance. Mufti Abrar is the founder of the American Fiqh Academy and is the head of Darul Iftaa Chicago. ⏰ New episode every Thursday at 6PM CST on https://www.youtube.com/masjiduthman We at Masjid Uthman are proud to announce a weekly video podcast series called The Buried Treasures.

The Buried Treasures
Qari Osman Shareef

The Buried Treasures

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 116:02


Qāri Mohammed Osman Shareef completed his memorization of the Holy Qur’ān at the Institute of Islamic Education in Elgin, IL at the age of 15. He traveled to South Africa where he enrolled at Madrasa In’aamiyyah in Camperdown, South Africa. He pursued an ‘ijāzah (formal authorization) in the rendition of Imām Hafs (Riwāyah Hafs ‘an Shu’ba) followed by an ‘ijāzah in Saba’ ‘Asharah Qirā’ah (10 different methods of reciting the Holy Qur’ān) in South Africa. He graduated with an ‘ijāzah al tadrīs (licensure to teach) and asānīd (unbroken chains of transmission) in Qirā’ah, Hadīth, Fiqh, and various other Sacred Sciences of Islām in 2014 at the age of 25. He has taught hifdh in Dallas, TX at multiple institutions. Currently he is the Director of the Qur’ān Academy at Islamic Foundation North in Libertyville, IL. ⏰ New episode every Thursday at 6PM CST on https://www.youtube.com/masjiduthman We at Masjid Uthman are proud to announce a weekly video podcast series called The Buried Treasures.

RSN Saturday Mornings
Camperdown Cup Day Preview - 16th January 2021

RSN Saturday Mornings

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 8:09


Camperdown Cup Day Preview - 16th January 2021

RSN Country Racing Show
Country Racing Show with Maggie Payne. 14th January 2021

RSN Country Racing Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2021 15:47


Country Racing Show with Maggie Payne. 14th January 2021 previewing racing at Camperdown and Woolamai this weekend, and the team Spin A Yarn with dual licence holder Jackie Horner

Inspirational.Australians by Awards Australia Podcast
Episode 22 - A chat with HY William Chan

Inspirational.Australians by Awards Australia Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 42:25


HY William Chan, 29 of Camperdown has worked towards urban sustainability through architecture and social innovation for over 10 years. A Convocation and University Medallist, William has led community-building projects for the homeless, slum dwellers and refugees around the world. His design solutions have been showcased across 40 cities globally and recognised by over 90 industry accolades. Recently, he founded a plastic waste circular economy initiative that educates youth in design-thinking and STEM skills, which was presented at the 2018 UN General Assembly. Named one of Australia's ‘Brightest Young Minds', William is a Fellow of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network and volunteers as a surf lifesaver at Tamarama Beach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Trip Down Memory Lane
Kevin Bradshaw

A Trip Down Memory Lane

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 32:07


Join Jock and Nick from Sports Saturday on 1134 3CS as they take a walk down memory lane with some of Colac and the Districts greatest sporting legends. This episode's guest is Kevin Bradshaw, A Camperdown born Olympic Cyclist who participated in the road race at the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games. Listen live to Sports Saturday from 8am on 1134 3CSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Gardener
August 18, 2020 Houseplants and Air Quality, Benjamin Alvord, Olav Hauge, Ozaki’s Cherry Trees, the Camperdown Elm, World Daffodil Day, Dream Plants for the Natural Garden by Piet Oudolf and Henk Gerritsen, and the Cherokee Rose

The Daily Gardener

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 26:13


Today we celebrate the Brigadier General, who described the Compass Plant. We'll also learn about the Norwegian poet who gardened and tended 70 apple trees. We remember the gift given to American by the Mayor of Tokyo. We also honor an extraordinary tree that was discovered on the estate of the first Earl of Camperdown.   We'll celebrate World Daffodil Day with a Daffodil Poem. We Grow That Garden Library™ with a book called Dream Plants for the Natural Garden - it's a classic. And then we'll wrap things up with the story of the Georgia State Flower. But first, let's catch up on some Greetings from Gardeners around the world and today's curated news.   Subscribe Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | iHeart   Gardener Greetings To participate in the Gardener Greetings segment, send your garden pics, stories, birthday wishes and so forth to Jennifer@theDailyGardener.org And, to listen to the show while you're at home, just ask Alexa or Google to play The Daily Gardener Podcast. It's that easy.   Curated News Do houseplants really improve air quality? | The Guardian | James Wong Here's an excerpt: "Five years ago I wrote a column in this very magazine about how houseplants can purify the air, based on research carried out by Nasa. Since then, there has been a slew of online articles, not to mention industry campaigns and even new gadgets, centred on this claim. The only problem with it is that more recent and better quality research has found this to be extremely unlikely... However, other research shows that having plants indoors has a range of other benefits. They can boost productivity. They can improve mood. They can regulate humidity – all on top of looking beautiful. If you want fresh air, open a window. If you want to witness the joy of nature and feel a daily sense of wonder, get some houseplants." Follow James on Twitter @Botanygeek   Alright, that's it for today's gardening news. Now, if you'd like to check out my curated news articles and blog posts for yourself, you're in luck, because I share all of it with the Listener Community in the Free Facebook Group - The Daily Gardener Community. There's no need to take notes or search for links - the next time you're on Facebook, search for Daily Gardener Community and request to join. I'd love to meet you in the group.   Important Events 1813    Today is the birthday of Brigadier General, mathematician, and botanist Benjamin Alvord. Born in Rutland Vermont, Benjamin was always drawn to nature. He graduated from West Point and even spent some time teaching there as a Math Professor.  Benjamin fought in the Seminole Wars, the Mexican–American War, and the Civil War. When he wasn't serving in the military, Benjamin returned to his passions of scholarly activity. His obituary at Arlington says, “General Alvord lived most of his life in the field, where he was separated from society and books, yet he became a learned scholar; skilled in dialectics, ready in conversation, and polished in his writing.  He had a special fondness for mathematics, botany, history, and biography.” Benjamin published mathematical papers as well as literary articles for magazines like Harpers, and he even wrote a botanical paper on the Compass Plant Silphium laciniatum, which was featured in The American Naturalist. In 1848, Benjamin described the Compass Plant this way: “The Silphium laciniatum is a perennial plant of the order Compositae; the first year it bears only radical leaves, the second year and after, it is a flowering herb with four or five leaves on the stem; very rough bristly throughout; Flowers yellow. Found on rich prairies of the Mississippi valley from Minnesota to Texas… It was first seen by me in the autumn of 1839, on the rich prairies near Fort Wayne in the north-eastern portion of the Cherokee nation, near the Arkansas line.” The leaves of the Compass Plant align north-south, which helps the plant minimize the effect of the midday sun. The north-south orientation guided settlers crossing the prairies who used the plant as a compass during their journey. Compass Plant is edible. Livestock eats it. Native Americans used it to make tea, a dewormer for their horses, and as a teeth cleaner and breath sweetener. Although before you use the Compass Plant for your teeth or breath, take note of this passage from the Illinois author John Madison, “Pioneers found that compass plant produced a pretty good brand of native chewing gum. It has an odd pine-resin taste that’s pleasant enough, but must be firmed up before its chewed. A couple summers ago I tried some of this sap while it was still liquid. It’s surely the stickiest stuff in all creation and I literally had to clean it from my teeth with lighter fluid.” Now, Benjamin was very curious about the polarity of the Compass Plant. In fact, another common name for the plant is the Polar Plant. Benjamin initially theorized that the plant took up a lot of iron, thereby creating a magnet polarity in the leaves, but he later discounted that theory. The poet Longfellow referred to the Compass Plant in his 1947 poem "Evangeline" about a young woman who is lovesick over missing her boyfriend.  FYI Nepenthe is a drug of forgetfulness, and Asphodel is a grey and ghostly plant in the Underworld. Patience! the priest would say; have faith, and thy prayer will be answered; Look at this delicate plant that lifts its head from the meadow; See how its leaves are turned to the north, as true as the magnet - This is the compass-flower, that the finger of God has planted Here in the houseless wild, to direct the traveler's journey Over the sea-like, pathless, limitless waste of the desert. Such in the soul of man is faith. The blossoms of passion, Gay and luxuriant flowers, are brighter and fuller of fragrance; But they beguile us and lead us astray, and their odor is deadly. Only this humble plant can guide us here, and hereafter Crown us with asphodel flowers, that are wet with the dews of nepenthe.   1908    Today is the birthday of the Norwegian poet and gardener Olav Hauge. Olav was a trained horticulturist and fruit grower. Olav earned a living as a professional gardener. When he wasn't writing poetry, he could be found working in his apple orchard - he had 70 apple trees. Here's my translation of one of his more famous poems in his home country of Norway; it's about a garden cat. The cat sits in the yard. When you come, Talk to the cat a little. He is the one who is in charge of the garden.   And here's another famous poem for Olav fans: Don't come to me with the entire truth. Don't bring me the ocean if I feel thirsty, nor heaven if I ask for light; but bring a hint, some dew, a particle, as birds carry only drops away from water, and the wind a grain of salt.   1909   On this day, Tokyo Mayor Yukio Ozaki pledged to give 2,000 Cherry trees to U.S. President William Howard Taft. Taft decided to plant them near the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., in West Potomac Park surrounding the Tidal Basin. The trees arrived in Washington, D.C., on January 6, 1910.   1918  On this day, a daughter of Redmond Washington, Nellie Perrigo, married Chase G. Morris, and her father, William Pulcifer Perrigo, gifted the couple a Camperdown Elm. In fact, William gave each one of his five daughters a Camperdown Elm on their wedding day. He brought the unique trees with him from Scotland. Nellie and Charles posed for their wedding photo in front of her sister June's Camperdown Elm since they were married on her property. Then they planted their own Camperdown Elm in front of their little farmhouse in Carnation, Washington. Five generations of the Morris family lived and played under the family Camperdown Elm. Camperdown Elms have a fascinating history that dates back to 1840. That year, on the estate of the First Earl of Camperdown, the estate forester and Landscaper named David Taylor noticed a contorted young elm tree growing parallel to the ground. Now, what Taylor was looking at was essentially a weeping mutation of the Scotch Elm. Like other weepers, the tree lacked the gene for negative geotropism, so the tree couldn't distinguish which way was up. Taylor dug up the young elm and brought it to the gardens of Camperdown House. And eventually, Taylor grafted cuttings of the weeping elm to Wych Elms, and the result was a tree that became known as a Camperdown Elm - a weeping cultivar of the Scotch Elm. In 1872, the New York florist Adolphus Goby Burgess gifted a Camperdown Elm to the Brooklyn Parks Commission. After receiving the tree from Burgess, it was Frederick Law Olmsted, who decided on the location for it. Seeing that graft was relatively low on the rootstock, Olmsted wisely planted the tree on a small hill near the boathouse at Prospect Parkallowing plenty of room for the weeping branches. By the time the Pulitzer-Winning Poet Marianne Moore fell in love with the Camperdown Elm at Prospect Park, it was in sad shape. Some of the limbs were hollow thanks to rats and carpenter ants. The weak areas of the tree made it vulnerable, and it began to succumb to a bacterial infection as well as general rot. Marianne used her fame and her wit to save the Camperdown Elm. She wrote a poem about the tree which was published in The New Yorker in September 1967. The public read her poem, and the Bartlett Tree Company saved the tree. It still stands today. Now before I read the poem, I'll offer a few definitions. Thanatopsis is the name of a poem written by William Cullen Bryant. It's also a Greek word that means meditation on or thinking about death. Byrant's poem is a consolation; eventually, we all will die. Then, Thomas Cole and Asher Durand were both landscape painters. One of Asher Durand's most famous paintings is called Kindred Spirits. The picture shows two men standing on a rock ledge and shaded by the branches of an enormous elm tree in the Catskill Mountains. The men depicted were the painter, Thomas Cole, and his dear friend, the poet William Cullen Bryant. A curio is something novel, rare, or bizarre.   Here's The Camperdown Elm by Marianne Moore: I think, in connection with this weeping elm, of "Kindred Spirits" at the edge of a rock ledge overlooking a stream: Thanatopsis-invoking tree-loving Bryant conversing with Thomas Cole in Asher Durand's painting of them under the filigree of an elm overhead. No doubt they had seen other trees — lindens, maples and sycamores, oaks and the Paris street-tree, the horse-chestnut; but imagine their rapture, had they come on the Camperdown Elm's massiveness and "the intricate pattern of its branches," arching high, curving low, in its mist of fine twigs. The Bartlett tree-cavity specialist saw it and thrust his arm the whole length of the hollowness of its torso, and there were six small cavities also. Props are needed and tree-food. It is still leafing; Still there. Mortal though. We must save it. It is our crowning curio.   Unearthed Words Today is World Daffodil Day, and there's really one poem that is regarded as the Mother of All Daffodil Poems, and it's this one. I wandered lonely as a cloud That floats on high o'er vales and hills, When all at once I saw a crowd, A host, of golden daffodils; Beside the lake, beneath the trees, Fluttering and dancing in the breeze. Continuous as the stars that shine And twinkle on the milky way, They stretched in never-ending line Along the margin of a bay: Ten thousand saw I at a glance, Tossing their heads in sprightly dance. The waves beside them danced, but they Out-did the sparkling waves in glee: A poet could not but be gay, In such a jocund company: I gazed—and gazed—but little thought What wealth the show to me had brought: For oft, when on my couch I lie In vacant or in pensive mood, They flash upon that inward eye Which is the bliss of solitude; And then my heart with pleasure fills, And dances with the daffodils. — William Wordsworth, English Romantic poet, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud   Grow That Garden Library Dream Plants for the Natural Garden by Piet Oudolf and Henk Gerritsen This book came out in 2013, and it's still one of the best books on modern garden design. Join two of the world's most influential garden designers, Piet Oudolf and Henk Gerritsen, as they describe their ideal perennials, bulbs, grasses, ferns and small shrubs for your natural garden. This comprehensive compendium classifies these 1200 plants according to their behavior, strengths, and uses. With these plants and expert advice, you can create the garden of your dreams. This book is 144 pages of natural garden goodness. You can get a copy of Dream Plants for the Natural Garden by Piet Oudolf and Henk Gerritsen and support the show, using the Amazon Link in today's Show Notes for around $35   Today's Botanic Spark 1853   On this day, George Governor Gov. Nathaniel Harris approved the joint resolution to make the  Cherokee Rose (Rosa laevigata) Georgia's State Flower. Here's an excerpt from The Atlanta Constitution in 1970 with a little story about the Cherokee Rose: “Four years ago Georgia’s Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin decided that it was high time for a Cherokee rose to be on the grounds of the State Capitol. Secretary of State Ben Fortson, then in charge of the grounds, agreed. Now, it isn't easy to find a Cherokee rose for sale, so a notice was put in The Market Bulletin, inviting someone to donate a Cherokee rose for the Capitol. Within a few days, the commissioner's office was swamped with almost 250 rose bushes. The superabundance spoke well for the generosity of Georgians and their eagerness to cooperate but not so well for their knowledge of the state flower, for less than .1 percent was actually the Cherokee Rose. The others were Macartneys, pasture and prairie roses, Silver Moons, Bengals, multifloras, and "grandma's favorite. There were enough plants for public grounds all over the state, with one or two real Cherokees for the Capitol grounds. Since then several others have been added. There should be plenty of blooms this spring for everyone making the effort to see them. Only a horticulturist can identify a Cherokee rose for sure, but Mrs. Wills once suggested a simple way for the average person to distinguish between the Cherokee and the Macartney which is often confused with it because the blossoms are similar. "The Cherokee," she said, "has only three leaves on a leaf stem; the Macartney has five."

FLF, LLC
CP: Cuomo & Pelosi engage In Political Theater |ND Wilson talks Camperdown Writers Kiln & 2020 In Review [CrossPolitic Show]

FLF, LLC

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 6727:17


CrossPolitic Show
CP: Cuomo & Pelosi engage In Political Theater |ND Wilson talks Camperdown Writers Kiln & 2020 In Review

CrossPolitic Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 6727:17


CrossPolitic Show
CP: Cuomo & Pelosi engage In Political Theater |ND Wilson talks Camperdown Writers Kiln & 2020 In Review

CrossPolitic Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 84:04


First, we are adding a new podcast to our network! We are so excited to bring you our first sports podcast In the Bullpen with Mark Dewey. This show will only be available in our app, which you can download here! Secondly, we are so excited to be putting on our first annual Fight Laugh […]

FLF, LLC
CP: Cuomo & Pelosi engage In Political Theater |ND Wilson talks Camperdown Writers Kiln & 2020 In Review

FLF, LLC

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 84:04


First, we are adding a new podcast to our network! We are so excited to bring you our first sports podcast In the Bullpen with Mark Dewey. This show will only be available in our app, which you can download here! Secondly, we are so excited to be putting on our first annual Fight Laugh […]

Omnibus! With Ken Jennings and John Roderick
Episode 263: The Hero of Camperdown (Entry 583.IS3323)

Omnibus! With Ken Jennings and John Roderick

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 54:51


In which one press-ganged sailor's quick thinking and bravery ends an invasion of Ireland and changes the course of history, while John and Ken disagree over the meaning of Elton John lyrics. Certificate #50975.

C3 Central City Messages
Renewing Intimacy with God

C3 Central City Messages

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 34:57


C3CentralCity.org / Raquel Zulian / Renewing Intimacy with God / 15th March 2020. We hope this message will uplift and inspire you. You're welcome to join us at our 10AM service held on Sundays at 8-9, 1 Hordern Place, Camperdown. For more information please visit us online at C3CentralCity.org