Podcasts about Central West

Heading to the Macquarie River Catchment in the Central West with Ken Smith who shares some great news about recreational fishers and NSW Fisheries efforts to look after our native fish.

National Rural News Friday May 23 In today's National Rural News: Emergency personnel are on the ground to assist in searches for people trapped in New South Wales floodwaters, producers are selling their livestock in record numbers as dams run dry, Central West ag-tech firm develops new treatment to boost soil health -- plus the latest from the market and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Being the heart of the Central-West we see so many outlying communities reliant on Dubbo.... people are going without very basic healthcare because people can't access it"

Racing has seen few more distinguished careers than the one enjoyed by Ron Quinton over six rewarding decades. His stellar riding career spanned almost thirty years. His successful training career is now in its thirty second year and counting. Ron's an inductee of the Australian Racing Hall Of Fame and the recipient of a Medal Of The Order Of Australia, fitting acknowledgements of his contribution to Australian racing.  I've conducted interviews with Ron Quinton many times over sixty years and there was a comprehensive podcast in 2018, but several recent email requests for an updated version have got us on the job. It's a pleasure to revisit the career of an iconic Australian horseman. His passion for the game is unwavering. His recall of horses, horsemen and events will take you on a nostalgic journey. Ron admits he's a disciplined trainer who never takes his eye off the ball. The seventy seven year old acknowledges the support of long time client Ray Gall who's rarely without a horse or two in the stable. Ron remembers the first yearling Ray gave him to train. That filly was Mamzelle Pedrille who remains the trainer's all time favourite. Ron pays tribute to his first Gr 1 winner.  His magic moment came on the opening day of the famous Melbourne Cup carnival in the year 2000. He looks back on another unforgettable day at Flemington when he won the historic Victoria Oaks with Bulla Borghese- his second Gr 1 as a trainer. Ron has had a commanding presence in the history of the Coolmore Classic run at Rosehill during the Golden Slipper carnival. He won it twice as a jockey and four times as trainer. He looks back on his quartet of training wins beginning with classy mare Ofcourseican. He remembers Peeping, Daysee Doom and Dixie Blossoms who all won the high profile race. The veteran horseman looks back on his association with the respected owner Millie Fox. He was recommended for the job by Brian Mayfield-Smith who'd decided to explore the possibility of becoming a conservationist in South Africa. Ron looks back on the best of the 95 winners he trained in four years for the universally popular Mrs.Millie Fox. He pays tribute to the lengthy list of talented junior riders who spent all or part of their apprenticeships under his wing. Ron looks back on his twenty years as stable jockey for legendary trainer Neville Begg. He speaks of Begg's affinity with fillies and mares. He goes back to childhood days at Mendooran in the Central West and early days in the saddle. Ron pays tribute to his master and mentor Theo Green. He looks back on a rewarding apprenticeship and the wonderful opportunities afforded him by leading stables.  Ron takes us on a nostalgic journey as he revisits his association with horses like Analie, Bletchingly, Emancipation, Dalmacia, Marscay, Sir Dapper, Rory's Jester, Marauding, Kingston Town, and Baguette- a true galaxy of stars. The former great jockey was involved in twelve race falls during three decades in the saddle. When it comes to injury he regards himself as one of the lucky ones. From the outset of his riding career Ron harboured an ambition to ride overseas. He looks back on three memorable stints with champion Irish trainer John Oxx.  Ron talks of the devastating loss in 2017 of Margaret, his wife of 45 years. His horses helped him through a difficult time. He talks of children Shawn, Trent and Annabel and of his four grandchildren. Ron looks at his future direction.  This is a wonderful trip down memory lane with a giant of Australian racing.

We finished up our last show before the season with some NL Central and NL West predictions!

Local Cancer Services – What’s Available in the Central West • Information on local cancer treatment centers, support groups, and screening programs. How to be referred. When to push for a referral.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orange, NSW – February 2025 – Lifeline Central West (LLCW) is thrilled to announce a generous $250,000 funding contribution from Newmont Cadia towards the highly anticipated Orange LLCW Office Fit-Out at 27 Sale St, Orange—a $1.1M expansion that will enhance crisis support, counselling, and training services across the region. With construction significantly closer to commencement, LLCW is calling on the entire Central West community to join the effort and help bridge the final funding gap by participating in the upcoming LLCW Charity Golf Day on Friday, 14 March 2025, at The Wentworth Orange.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2/13/25: UMass prof & diversity expert Nilanjana Dasgupta on "Change the Wallpaper...," DEI's future, & transforming ourselves & our communities. Rabbi Riqi Kosovske on antisemitism, Netanyahu, Trump, & the cease fire. Congressman Jim McGovern: standing up & fighting back. Central West Justice Dir, atty Claudia Quintero, on protecting immigrants & other marginalized communities.

The Guarani-Kaiowá are the people of Mato Grosso do Sul, a Central-West region of Brazil. It translates as “Thick Forest of the South", and as the name suggests, nature has protected the Guarani-Kaiowá and their culture from colonization. Particularly, the ancient tradition of chicha making—a sacred white corn drink that can also be fermented. The Guarani-Kaiowá believe that if they stop making chicha, the world will end. Today, this thick forest has been turned into a vast monoculture of soy plantations, and the Guarani-Kaiowá have nowhere to go and continue their ancestral cultural practices. Perhaps the end of the world is closer than ever. Join us on a fermentation journey with Paula Neubauer, a Brazilian award-winning chef and educator, as we explore the complexity of sacred fermented chicha and the fascinating people who make it.  Welcome to “The End of Many Worlds”, the third episode of The World in a Pickle, Ferment Radio's mini-series focused on understanding geopolitical complexities through fermented foods.

Pangunahing hiling ng mga lider ng komunidad Pilipino sa Central West ng New South Wales ang mabuting kalusugan para sa lahat nitong Pasko.

Keeper Of The Greens segment of The Golfing Greenkeeper Podcast is brought to you by John Deere Golf. When you work where others play, you need a partner you can trust to keep your course in perfect condition. Find your nearest ⁠J⁠ohn Deere dealer⁠⁠⁠ at ⁠⁠deere.com.au⁠⁠  Superintendent of Mudgee Golf Club, Jason Seis, is a 5th generation farmer from the local Mudgee/Gulgong region of NSW. Knowing what farming life was all about and being a golfer as a kid, Jason took an opportunity for some work experience at Mudgee Golf Club during his later school years. It was at this time that he found a liking to greenkeeping and what it was all about. Fast forward to finishing school and Jason decided that he didn't want to work on the family farm but instead work as a greenkeeper. Without an apprenticeship available at the time, Jason was committed to his decision and put himself through the 1st year of greenkeeping at TAFE until he finally landed his apprenticeship at Mudgee Golf Club. After completing his apprenticeship Jason was soon on a path to an Assistant Superintendents role away from the local Mudgee area for a few years before the family farm would soon come calling. Moving back home and working on the family farm for nearly 10 years, an opportunity arose with a vacant position of Superintendent at Mudgee Golf Club and this time it was the passion of greenkeeping that came calling. Come for a journey with Jason and I as he gives us an insight into rural country life and greenkeeping in the Central West of NSW where it's hot and dusty, and 18 hole golf courses are separated by hours instead of minutes. People and places mentioned in this podcast: Mudgee Golf Club Mudgee Wine Region Doctor Doctor TV Show Wentworth Falls Country Club Bathurst Golf Club Henbury Golf Club Dubbo Golf Club Royal Sydney Golf Club ASTMA

The countdown to the weekend is ON and there is a heap to see and do around the Central West. Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins Neil Gill to fill us in on her top 5 things this weekend. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping at The Eugowra Christmas Shopping Night, check out the Cudal Beats and Eats, and The Oriana Summer Bar has reopened! Just to name a few things Ned covers this week. PLUS a massive movie release this week… Gladiator 2! Our resident movie and TV expert Shane A. Basset gives us a review and chats about what you should be watching this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us with her top 5 things to do around the Central West this weekend! Comedy fans will be excited to hear about the Central west Comedy nights at Factory Espresso plus info on the Neville Show, Orange Farmers market, and live music throughout the region! Have a great weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us with info on what's happening with Wine Week, Art Exhibitions, and music around the Central West this weekend. Plus if you're in Bathurst, Neil Gill has you covered as he catches up with Mount Panorama Punish Race Director Jennifer Arnold to chat about the event this weekend.  If you're in need of a more low-key weekend with a trip to Odeon 5 Cinemas or a date with your couch to stream something at home, Shane A. Bassett fills us in on what to watch this weekend. Have a great weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks episode we catch up with Cody Burcher fresh back from Mount Panorama where he took out the Super 3 Championship in his debut year.  Also we chat with Murray Wilton from the Royal Agricultural Society. The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW has recently finished its food, beverage, and produce competitions for 2024, with exhibitors in the Central West region doing well in the Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show, and Sydney Royal Fine Food Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us with an unfortunate update for the Night Markets at Robertson Park this Friday. She has also come prepared with her top 5 things to see and do around the Central West this weekend. Everything from The Cumnock Village Markets and Family Fun Day, Spring into Art at Newbridge, Wine Masterclasses, Where to eat, Outdoor fun, and live music! With some showers about you might feel the need to cosy up indoors at home or at Odeon 5 Cinemas. Our resident movie expert Shane A. Bassett fills us in on what to watch this weekend. Have a great weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us for a rundown on what not to miss this weekend around the Central West.  It's also the last weekend of the school holidays! Take this opportunity to grab the kids and head to Odeon 5 Cinemas. Our resident movie expert Shane A. Bassett fills us in on what to watch. Have a great weekend! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School Holidays are in full swing AND we're gearing up for a long weekend so there is heaps to see and do around the Central West this weekend and Ned Sweetapple fomr Orange 360 tells us all about it! Kids will love The Ophir Hotel School Holiday Funhouse plus Dino Maniacs is heading to the Ex-Services Club! And with an extra long weekend ahead of us, that means there's an extra day to get over a day of drinking wine and with heaps of events at our local wineries you're in for a great weekend. If you're after a more relaxed weekend and a chance to catch up on some movies or stream something at home our movie and TV expert Shane A. Bassett tells us what to watch this weekend. Have a safe long weekend. See you next week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School Holidays kick off, The circus is in town, and Canowindra is buzzing with events! Just a few things we tick off on this weeks episode of our What's On Podcast. Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us this week to chat about her top 5 things to catch this weekend around the Central West.   If you're after a more low-key weekend our resident movie and TV expert Shane A. Bassett also joins us to chat about what you should be watching this weekend. Have a great weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we head into another weekend there is a heap to keep you busy around the Central West! Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us to chat about the Archibald Prize which is being held at The Orange Regional Gallery this weekend, the 109th Eugowra Show, a rundown of the markets around the region, and heaps more. And with spring in full swing and some weather slowly warming up, it's a great chance to get out and snaps some pics of our beautiful region. CEO of RDA Josh Gordon tells us about the Best Photography Competition and how you can enter. Our resident movie expert Shane A. Bassett also joins us to chat about what you should be watching this weekend. Whether you're heading down to Odeon 5  Cinemas or you're streaming from home there is something for everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spring is in full swing around the Central West and there is a heap to see and do this weekend. Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us to talk us through her top 5 things. We'll also hear from David Shaw, the director of The Orange Regional Conservatorium to fill us in on the shows this weekend. Rachael from Wambuul Life Connection Network, Suicide Prevention Committee about the Walk N Talk event on Saturday in Bathurst. Our resident movie expert Shane A. Bassett finishes thing off and tells us what to watch this weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HUGE weekend ahead around the Central West and Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us to talk us through what's happening. Everything from Irish dancing, Molong and Cudal shows, A Spring Fair at Heifer Station Wines, stand up comedy, and fans of Fleetwood Mac will LOVE what the Orange City Bowling Club has in store! If all that wasn't enough to get your heart racing then General Manager of Orange Kart Club joining Neil Gill to chat about the NSW Kart Festival might do the trick! Drew  Russell tells us all about the event. After all that excitement how about a relaxing evening at Odeon 5 cinemas to catch a flick? There are a bunch of new movies out and our resident movie expert, Shane A. Bassett tells us what to watch this weekend!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A teenage Julie Eggerling drove her grandfather to the races one day and that was it, she was hooked.  Julie has owned many horses , bred a lot of her own and bought others in as ready to race horses. She gets joy from all of them.  Working in the stables and being hands on every day sets Julie apart from most owners, and she loves that she still gets to nurture the connection with horses she's always had.  Julie is the owners rep on the Central West committee and played an instrumental role in resurrecting the now very successful Alpha Jockey Club.  Julie also makes a mean corn meat sandwich.  More Than Mail is proudly brought to you by Brodie Agencies, McKinlay. Contact Jim Brodie on 0427468713. You can follow More Than Mail adventures on Instagram, on Facebook, or at morethanmail.com.au  Or, you can send me an email hello@morethanmail.com.au  

Another weekend and there is plenty to see and do around the region! Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 fills us in on what's happening around the Central West.  Hopefully you haven't forgotten Father's Day this Sunday, well Ned hasn't! She's included a bunch of events fit for dad this Fathers Day. Then we wrap things up with Shane A. Bassett, our resident movie expert, with what's on at the cinemas this weekend! .See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another weekend around the Central West and plenty to see and do! We're here to help you plan your weekend and explore our beautiful region!  Neil Gill kicks things off with the help of Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 to chat about her list of 5 things to do this weekend. We're also joined by Dave Thorton to chat about his run of comedy shows around the Central West with Luke Heggie. Then Lindsay from the Cancer Council gives us the lowdown on Daffodil Day next Thursday. Find out how to get involved and where to buy your Daffodils around the Central West.  Before Shane A. Bassett, our resident movie expert, wraps things up with what's on at the cinemas this weekend! . Have a great weekend, see you next week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kaitie Nash (IG: @kaitie_nash) is the vibrant personality behind @countryincommon, has been influencing her way to becoming a farmer since moving from the city to a farm near Coonabarabran in NSW's Central West. With a wicked sense of humour and quick wit, Kaitie brings joy and laughter to her followers while documenting the ups and downs of farm life. Originally from Perth, she moved to her husband Will's family farm in 2018 with their two young boys. Despite facing challenges like drought, a mouse plague, and isolation, Kaitie has embraced farm life with an open mind and willingness to learn, sharing her journey with over 21,000 Instagram followers. Kaitie's social media journey began in November 2023 as a fun experiment to lift a friend's spirits. Her genuine and humorous approach to documenting the realities of farming quickly resonated with many. She is not afraid to ask “silly” questions and highlights the complexities and hard work involved in agriculture. Through her posts, including learning about sheep farming and attending the State Sheep Show in Dubbo, she provides fresh perspectives on farming, making the industry more accessible and relatable. With millions of views across her videos, Kaitie continues to inspire and entertain her followers, turning everyday farm experiences into engaging and educational content. Don't forget to send us an email if you know of a story that we should tell at hello@generationag.com.au *Become a Patreon Partner* - https://patreon.com/generationag Find us here: Instagram: @generation.ag Twitter: @generation_ag Website: www.generationag.com.au

HUGE weekend ahead for winter lovers as the Fire Festival kicks off around the Central West. Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 joins us to chat all about it including the opening event this Friday which is the Millthorpe Fire Fair!  If you're after a more low key weekend spent indoors catching a flick then Shane A. Bassett, our resident movie expert also joins us to talk about the new M. Night Shyamalan movie ‘Trap' and gives us an update on one of the biggest releases of the year ‘Deadpool & Wolverine'. Have a good weekend, see you next week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another weekend around the Central West and plenty to see and do! We're here to help you plan your weekend and explore our beautiful region!  Neil Gill kicks things off with the help of Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 to give us a rundown. If you're into theatre, comedy, food, and the Fire Festival you will love this! Shane A. Bassett, our resident movie expert also joins us to chat about what's on at the movies this weekend. Including the HUGE release that will have Marvel fans excited. Have a great weekend, see you next week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pantanal, in the Central-West region of Brazil, is in the grip of record fires. In this wildlife sanctuary, more than 760,000 hectares of vegetation were destroyed in the first six months of 2024. June was a record month, with 2,636 new fires. That's 30 times more than during the same period last year. In the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, which contains 65 percent of this fragile ecosystem, 400 firefighters and soldiers have been mobilised for more than three months to fight the flames. 95 percent of these fires originate from agricultural properties in the region. Louise Raulais, Marine Resse, Jan Onoszko report.

As the school holidays come to a close and we gear up to send the kids back to school let us fill you in on what's happening around the Central West. There is something for everyone, activities for the kids and some for the slightly older kids (adults). Neil Gill kicks things off with Lusi Austin, the creator of INTERTWINED. A live musical theatre show heading to Cowra over the coming weeks. Then we turn to Ned Sweetapple from Orange 360 to give us the run down on markets, live music, art exhibitions, and The Beanies at The Ophir Hotel. With another cold weekend ahead maybe you'd prefer to catch a movie at Odeon 5 Cinemas or stream from the comfort of your very own home. Shane A. Bassett fill us in on the movies to see this weekend. Have a great weekend, see you next week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexandra MacAlpine, better known as Xan, is the founder and sole operator of The Social Herd, a creative hub she runs from home in the Central West of New South Wales. Living on a mixed farm with her husband Alex, Xan draws inspiration from her rural surroundings and Alex's insights into marketing products to farmers. With a background in design and photography from the University of Technology in Sydney, Xan initially pursued a career in marketing and communications. It wasn't until 2020 that she combined her skills and passion for photography by starting The Social Herd. Through her business, Xan collaborates with rural-based enterprises, offering strategic and creative marketing solutions. The best part for Xan is the opportunity to pick up her camera again and capture the essence of rural life. Xan's photography is authentic, showcasing everyday individuals at work, including her husband Alex on their property. She uses a mix of ground and aerial shots, often employing a drone to capture dynamic images. Her limited-edition prints, with only 25 copies each, are intended to be timeless and unique. Each day presents new opportunities for Xan to capture the rural beauty and hardworking spirit of her community. Alexandra shares how her daily life deeply influences her photography. She discusses the importance of showcasing women in agriculture, her journey from studying design and photography to finding her niche in rural landscapes, and the challenges and joys of working with livestock.  She also highlights how her work promotes understanding between rural and urban communities and reflects on the evolving role of photography in telling authentic stories of the land. Her insights are a testament to the power of photography in capturing the timeless beauty of rural Australia and its hardworking people. I hope you enjoy the show!   You can find Alexandra's work  here: Website: https://www.thesocialherd.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesocialherd_au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/socialherdmarketing/   Listen to this and other episodes wherever you find your podcasts or on https://grantswinbournephotography.com/lpw-podcast Or subscribe to my YouTube channel https://youtube.com/@grantswinbournephotography   Theme music: Liturgy Of The Street by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com   #podcast #landscapephotography #ruralmarketing #photographybusiness #ruralbusiness #creativehub #marketingstrategy

Another cold and wintery weekend ahead for the Central West and we've compiled a list of events to inspire you to head out, brave the weather, and explore our beautiful region! This week Oleta Blunt joins Neil Gill for a rundown of what is happening around the Central West from live music, trivia,  Bastille Day celebrations, and Family Fun at The Ophir Hotel. It's not a true Central West weekend without The Orange Farmers Market, we turn to Holly Whittaker to fill us in on the market this weekend. With the cold weather ahead, and the chance of snow next week no one is judging if you hang out at home and enjoy the perfect movie watching weather. Whether You head out to Odeon 5 Cinemas or you're streaming at home Shane A. Bassett joins Shannon to chat about everything you should be watching this weekend and even shares some clips from his interview with The Bikeriders' Austin Butler! Have a great weekend, stay warm, see you next week!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode Neil chats with Triple M 's very own Gus Worland who is bringing his Gotcha for Life mental fitness workshops to the Central West. Also local athlete and motorsport sensation Cody Burcher tells us who he fared in the most recent round of racing in Townsville. Enjoy!    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SummaryOur host, Hilary Knight, speaks to Tasha James on the important role digital repatriation plays in enabling the maintenance and revitalization of Indigenous cultures, and the considerations critical to this work. Tasha, a Wiradjuri woman who grew up in Central West New South Wales, Australia, is an Indigenous audiovisual archive specialist and is currently ABC Archives Indigenous Collections & Community Access Manager at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). Tasha James BioTasha is an Indigenous Audiovisual Archives specialist and is currently the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Archives Indigenous Collections and Community Access Manager.She is a Wiradjuri woman whose native homelands cross the region of Central West, New South Wales of Australia.Tasha was previously the Manager of Indigenous Connections at the National Film and Sound Archives of Australia and has over 17 years' experience working with Indigenous Communities and Indigenous collections that include audio-visual and material culture.Throughout Tasha's career, she has had held a number of roles in major cultural institutions such as Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) & the Australian Museum.ReferencesAustralian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) Archives: https://www.abc.net.au/archives/Central Australian Aboriginal Digitisation Project (Men's Only Project): https://www.nfsa.gov.au/latest/first-nations-knowledge-and-21st-century-technology-preserving-strehlow-collectionNational Film and Sound Archive of Australia: https://www.nfsa.gov.au/ LinkedInsTasha James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tasha-james-a82a1b23/Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC): https://www.linkedin.com/company/australian-broadcasting-corporation/

Bringing back the Mac on this episode of TBF.

The Deer Lake Red Wings are on a winning streak this hockey season. The team came out on top of the Central-West Senior Hockey League with a 6-5 win against the Grand Falls-Windsor Cataracts on Friday night. The win sends the Wings to their second straight Herder Memorial final series, where they'll face the St. John's Caps for provincial senior hockey glory. Darren Langdon is their coach.

St Louis loves fried chicken. It's a lesson John Perkins learned years ago when he held a pop-up for a Southern concept that would eventually inspire Juniper. Last year he closed Juniper, the acclaimed Central West end restaurant and transitioned it to Sunday Best. Walking inside the restaurant, the changes might be subtle, but it's meant to be a more casual spot with the opportunity to expand and grow across the region. It's not a change John made lightly, but it was one initiated by necessity. From starting off with underground pop-ups to the changing restaurant business and the perspective he's gained over the years, we get candid in this week's episode.

This week I talk Mary Fowler and Nathan Cleary, Shubman Gill and Sachin's daughter, touring the Central West, UFC295, Volks return and the controversial timing out of Angelo Mathews at the cricket world cup. Rohan joins us to discuss Melbourne Cup, his mental health plan and how Ben Stokes is helping.  New Episode every Thursday! Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJscnfTTW_-aO5D81Xi22yw?  Facebook: www.facebook.com/billydarcy1  Instagram: www.instagram.com/billy.darcy  Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillyDArcy  Music: 'In the Clouds' by RENNAN

Four friends who love fashion, coming together to celebrate country racing and fashions on the field. Sounds like a hoot! Central West and Western Queenslanders Jacquettaa Arnold, Georgina Fernie, Courtney Bylett and Sarah Taylor enjoy participating in fashions on the field so much, they created Red Dirt in Heels to share their love with the rest of us. Jacquettaa and Sarah tell us how the four met, why they started their instagram page and how country racing is more important than just racing and fashions. More Than Mail is proudly brought to you by Brodie Agencies, McKinlay. Contact Jim Brodie on 0427468713 or Lachy Smith on 0401168915.  You can follow More Than Mail adventures on Instagram, on Facebook, or at morethanmail.com.au  Or, you can send me an email hello@morethanmail.com.au

Ambrose Doolan and his wife Lisa run a commercial Angus cattle enterprise and a small stud bull operation, alongside some fodder cropping, on their property “Toorawandi” near Coonabarabran. On top of his family farming endeavours, Ambrose is also the proud Mayor of Warrumbungle Shire. In this episode, Ambrose explains the pros and cons of family farming in the Central West, and shares how the failure of conventional farming in his environment 20 years ago led him to adopt minimum tillage, and to become the first Australian importer of Seed Hawk Air Drills. He also shares the story of how he became involved with his community and local council, even now acting as the Mayor. Mixed Farming Advisor, Rohan Leach sat down with Ambrose over a cuppa in this chat at "Toorawandi".   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

The Millpond at Portland is firing and we fish it with one of the Central West's best Fly Fishers Ray Tang.

The Millpond at Portland is firing and we fish it with one of the Central West's best Fly Fishers Ray Tang.

Warren "Chaddy" Chad is a local Condobolin character, builder, and bird enthusiast. From a young age, Chaddy has taken a keen interest in native wildlife, and is especially passionate about the incredible variety of birds that live across the Central West. In this episode, Chaddy shares how his love of birds has led to him working with farmers, landcare groups, and government agencies including Local Land Services, to conduct important bird surveys across the region. He'll explain how he's grown to appreciate the benefits of birds on farms, and break down the role that local farmers have in the protection of our native birds. Local Land Services, Senior Natural Resource Officer, Jasmine Wells caught up for a chat with Chaddy while undertaking a recent bird survey.   Resources and links: Warren "Chaddy" Chad on Instagram Malleefowl Matter - Local Land Services Website BirdLife Australia Website   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Jillian Kilby is not afraid of the big decisions. As an engineer and farmer's daughter from Coonamble, in the central west of New South Wales, Jillian has leant on her rural values right through her career. This courage has seen her go against the grain most of her life and bounce from Coonamble to Sydney to Walgett to Silicon Valley and back to the Central West. Now she's breathing new life into country heritage buildings while helping regional start-ups increase their capability, capacity and confidence because she knows all too well how lonely a road it can be starting a small business in the bush. It takes a certain level of guts to dig deep and blow up your life and Jillian has done it not once, but twice on an extraordinary scale.

Peter Morse and young Central West fly fisher Dusty Squibb have the first cast this morning. 

Katrina Swift is a Director and Agronomist for her family's farming operation, "Kebby and Watson", which runs farms at Nelungaloo and Tichborne, near Parkes. Katrina and her family run a dryland farming operation, with a variety of crop types, including regional staples like wheat and canola, and summer crops like mung beans and sorghum. In this episode, Katrina explains why crop diversity helps mitigate risk on the farm, but keeps the operation busy all year round. She also shares how this system has helped reduce casual labour and maximise productivity with their machinery and permanent state. Katrina also shares her tips for growing summer crops in the Central West and notes that their profitability isn't without its challenges. Local Land Services Mixed Farming Advisor Rohan Leach caught up with Katrina for a chat around the kitchen table at “Parkes Plains”.   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

This week is episode 228 of the Meet St. Louis podcast. For nearly five years, we've brought you episodes showcasing the best of our city and region. A city with a food and drink scene that continues to grow. All the way back in episode 3, we took you inside Vicia, the vegetable-forward restaurant in the Central West, garnering national attention. That attention hasn't changed. The restaurant continues to receive major recognition but what has changed is the growth for Tara and Michael Gallina with their restaurant group, Take Root Hospitality. The husband and wife duo are joined by culinary director and partner Aaron Martinez. Aaron joined us on the podcast this week to talk about the growth of not just Vicia, but the other restaurants the team has now opened, including Bistro La Florisian, Winslows Table and Taqueria Morita, which is inspired by his own Mexican heritage and time living and working in California. We talk about the email that brought him to St. Louis, the change in work-life balance in his role and his advice for young chiefs.

Jason Robertshaw has many years of experience in teaching marine sciences both in person and via distance learning. As the Programs Manager for Virtual Learning at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium, he has a lot to share about how to inspire students about the marine sciences. Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education About Jason Robertshaw Jason works at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium as the Programs Manager for Virtual Learning, where he designs, develops, and delivers education lessons and collaboratively produces live events for audiences of all ages. He is also the technical director for the award-winning SEA Trek virtual learning programs and multimedia producer for free SEA Show content. He is a certified Florida Master Naturalist and Instructor and serves as the Central West representative on the FMNP advisory board. In addition to FMNP, he also leads Endless Oceans, Mote's lifelong learning program. Jason is a board member of the Florida Marine Science Educators Association and a FMSEA/FWC Aquatic Species Collection Workshop instructor. He is a member of the National Association of Interpretation and the Children's Media Association. In 2022, he joined the advisory board for the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration. Prior to Mote, Jason worked in public television and in environmental project management for the state of Florida.Learn more https://mote.org/education  https://mote.org/staff/member/jason-robertshaw Hosted by Ben Newsome from Fizzics Education With interviews with leading science educators and STEM thought leaders, this science education podcast is about highlighting different ways of teaching kids within and beyond the classroom. It's not just about educational practice & pedagogy, it's about inspiring new ideas & challenging conventions of how students can learn about their world! https://www.fizzicseducation.com.au/ Know an educator who'd love this STEM podcast episode?  Share it!The FizzicsEd podcast is a member of the Australian Educators Online Network (AEON )http://www.aeon.net.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our bonus episode where you can Ask Us Anything. There are so many questions that arise when you become pregnant and approach birth and amongst all that excitement and love, it's totally normal to feel overwhelmed and nervous. So that's why we created our Ask Us Anything events on Instagram, and share them now in our podcast. Today you will hear my conversation with She Births® Educator, Danielle Syme. Danielle is a qualified midwife with over 30 years experience. She works as the team leader of a busy Midwifery Group Practice in Orange, Central West of NSW. As a mother of three, she is also an IRON MAN and loves swimming, walking her dog and being in nature. She is extremely passionate about Woman centered care - making sure mums get what they want. And also spontaneous labour. She loves witnessing the transformation that She Births® couples go through after attending the Weekend Course. She sees firsthand how important quality childbirth education is for an empowering birth experience. We talk about: + The differences she sees when women are educated + How to refuse an induction and what it means + Preventing tearing and perineal damage + Movement and diet during pregnancy + The best stories to listen to in the lead up to birth + Plus, is the cascade of intervention BS I hope you enjoy it and we will see you at a She Births® course soon either with Danielle in Orange or any of our other locations, or online. Nadine xxx Founder of She Births® Book in your weekend course today: https://shebirths.com/weekend-birthing-classes/events/

This week we return to our tour of DECAL's six regions talking to our Community Partnership Coordinators, representatives from our Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies, and introducing you to child care providers in each region. Today, we're talking about the Central West Region that includes Cobb and Paulding Counties to the North with Clayton and Fayette County furthest East. Furthest West we have Carroll, Heard, Troup, and Harris reaching the Alabama border. Joining us to talk about the Central West Region are Bridgette Washington-Collier, Early Education Community Partnership Coordinator; Taylor Reid, a Team Lead for Central West Early Childhood Education Specialists, Quality Care for Children; Camilla Mason, a Family Child Care Learning Home provider; Noni Walton, the Executive Director of Oak Leaf School; and Dr. Kiki Singletary- Williams, a Peer Support Network Ambassador in Clayton County and also a Family Child Care provider.  Support the show