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The all new Hervey Bay Community Hub opening day has been announced. More improvemnets are on the way for the Mary to Bay Rail Trail and a local park has reopened following a major upgrade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“..We need to reach a point where the people as individuals and as a population are stronger than governing systems, and those governing systems can't be in a position to control; they need to simply govern, build infrastructure, fix roads - not have control and power over people.” That is the call from Lauren Evanthia, the founder of the Organic Humanity Movement (OHM) on the NdB Sunday Show with Chris Steyn as they talk about major developments in the past week: two ward councillors being gunned down in the space of an hour on voter registration weekend; former President Jacob Zuma firing his once powerful daughter, Duduzile, and MKP former spokesperson, her close ally; President Cyril Ramaphosa pondering the Democratic Alliance's (DA's) Cabinet reshuffle requests that sees its former leader, John Steenhuisen, demoted to a deputy minister's post; and Deputy President Paul Mashatile - who is on a working visit in China - seemingly ready to step into presidential shoes while Ramaphosa is doing everything possible to avoid impeachment. They also talk about more corruption being exposed in the South African Police Force (SAPS) with twenty police officers in the Western Cape charged with alleged links to the taxi industry, and Nelson Mandela Bay being ranked the 3rd most violent city in the world.

New figures from the Department of Housing show that Clare is among the strongest-performing counties in the country under the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant scheme.   Since its launch in 2022, more than €14.7 million has been paid out locally to help bring vacant and derelict properties back into use, with Clare ranking behind only Dublin, Cork, Donegal & Tipperary in terms of funding awarded.   But is the scheme delivering the housing boost it was designed for, and what improvements could be made?   To discuss this, Alan Morrissey was joined by John Crowe, Chair of the Social Strategic Policy Committee, Carmel Greene, Senior Executive Officer with Clare County Council, and the Killaloe Fianna Fáil Councillor, Tony O'Brien. Photo (c) tirc83 from Getty Images Signature via Canva

Councillor Penny Flux has been in office for about a month and she is prioritising volunteering. She is also supporting the Kings Arms as her charity this year. In this interview with Mike Waddington she talks about the role, its ceremonial and formal sides and why she took the title Chairwoman. As a working mum with three children she has set boundaries and explains why this is essential for participation in local government but also in volunteering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Clare TD and long-serving Councillor James Breen has passed away, aged 81.   The Kilnamona native retired from politics 7 years ago following 34 years in politics.    First elected to Clare County Council in 1985, James Breen left the Fianna Fáil party and ran as an Independent candidate in the 2002 General Election, in which he topped the poll.   After he lost his Dáil seat in 2007, he was re-elected to the Council in 2009, and in 2015, he became the first person from Kilnamona to be elected as Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council. He stepped down from politics in May 2019.   James Breen is survived by his wife Eileen, sons and daughter.  To reflect on his life, career and legacy, Alan Morrissey was joined by Pat Daly, Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor, and Pat Hayes, Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor. Photo (c) Pat Flynn

The Fraser Coast Regional Council Budget was released last week with a rate rise of just over 5%. The Hervey Bay Airport will see a significant upgrade to the airport terminal and the Hervey Bay half marathon will draw more people to the region this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Mare, in for CapeTalk’s Sara-Jayne Makwala King, is joined on Weekend Breakfast by Councillor of Water and Sanitation Zahid Badroodien and Eco Warriors representative Anthony van Rhyn. Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala King is the weekend breakfast show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour morning programme is the perfect (and perky!) way to kickstart your weekend. Author and journalist Sara-Jayne Makwala-King spends 3 hours interviewing a variety of guests about all things cultural and entertaining. The team keeps an eye on weekend news stories, but the focus remains on relaxation and restoration. Favourites include the weekly wellness check-in on Saturdays at 7:35am and heartfelt chats during the Sunday 9am profile interview. Listen live on Primedia+ Saturdays and Sundays between 07:00 and 10:00am (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Sara-Jayne Makwala-King broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/AgPbZi9 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/j1EhEkZ Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's claimed as little as six regular Gardaí were policing the entire county of Clare on one day during the last weekend in May. It comes as elected representatives have once again raised concerns over stretched garda resources locally. The latest meeting of Clare County Council heard that on the day in question, just one Garda Car was policing the Western seaboard from Kilrush to Kinvara. Ennistymon Fianna Fáil Councillor Shane Talty expressed his concern.

Coastal erosion and rising sea levels are posing an increasing threat to communities around Ireland, and a new report from the University of Galway is warning that urgent action is needed. The study estimates that thousands of properties and hundreds of kilometres of roads are already at risk and calls for a national masterplan to help communities adapt to the challenges ahead. To discuss the findings and what they could mean for coastal areas in County Clare and beyond, Alan Morrissey was joined by Cillian Murphy, Kilkee resident and former Councillor. Photo (c) Clare FM

Concerns have been raised locally about the potential impact on sporting and recreational facilities at St Flannan's College if plans proceed to relocate St Joseph's Hospital onto lands associated with the college. A motion before this month's meeting of the Ennis Municipal District is calling for greater clarity, public engagement and assurances that important community amenities and sporting infrastructure will be protected. Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the issue are Clare Colleran Molloy, the Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor who submitted the motion, and the Clarecastle Sinn Fein Councillor, Tommy Guilfoyle. Photo (c) St. Flannan's College

Greg Brady, Dianne Saxe, Councillor for Ward 11 University-Rosedale & Anthony Perruzza, Councillor for Ward 7 Humber River-Black Creek discuss: 1 - The FIFA World Cup is here 2 - Taste of Little Italy festival returns to Toronto this weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady, Dianne Saxe, Councillor for Ward 11 University-Rosedale & Anthony Perruzza, Councillor for Ward 7 Humber River-Black Creek discuss: 1 - The FIFA World Cup is here 2 - Taste of Little Italy festival returns to Toronto this weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features Councillor Gordon Peters.  Councillor Gordon Peters is a member of the Turtle Clan and is Lunaapeew (Lenape) from Eelünaapéewi Lahkéewiit (Delaware Nation). He currently serves as a Councillor for Eelünaapéewi Lahkéewiit. Councillor Peters has worked with First Nations in both political and non-political capacities for more than four decades, applying his extensive organizing knowledge to promote and advance Indigenous sovereignty. He formerly served as Deputy Grand Chief, an elected position within the Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians (AIAI). He also served as Ontario Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations for 12 years and as head of the AIAI for four years. He is an author and educator and is frequently invited to speak on issues related to First Nations communities, economic development, and cultural development. In addition to his work with the AIAI and the Assembly of First Nations, Councillor Peters was instrumental in the creation of the Centre for Indigenous Sovereignty, a non-profit corporation that prioritizes the development and implementation of First Nations initiatives focused on rebuilding Indigenous communities. Through his work at the Centre, Councillor Peters has also played a key role in preserving the Lunaapeew language in the Delaware Nation in southwestern Ontario. Due to the pervasive and ongoing effects of racism and colonialism in Canada, earlier generations were discouraged from passing along this critical component of Lunaapeew culture and identity. Over the past decade, Councillor Peters has worked with Elder Dianne Snake, the last fluent speaker of Lunaapeew, to train a new generation of speakers. Through this collaborative process, Lunaapeew is now taught to youth in Delaware Nation schools. http://amshealthcare.ca/  

The Climate Change Advisory Council has today called for the Government to start actively considering the feasibility of relocating families affected by coastal erosion. They are pushing for new legislation to provide funds and a plan for how to implement a “managed retreat”.Joining Ciara to discuss this is Lisa McDonald, a Fianna Fáil Councillor from Rosslare in Wexford and coastal protection campaigner.

Councillors travel to Brisbane to meet ministers. The Hervey Bay Airport is set to receive an $18 million dollar upgrade and the issues with the Fraser Coast Hospice highlight how palliative care doesn't fit neatly into any level of government resposnibilty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'People are very shaken, they're shocked' - local SDLP councillor Carl Whyte and Alliance MLA for North Belfast Nuala McAllister spoke to Frank, after a Somali man was arrested over a brutal knife attack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The final guest for this week was Sophie Torney, she joined Nevena and Paul live in on-air. Kew has been Sophie's home for her and her family for nearly thirty years. Sophie Torney, former Mayor of Boroondara, current Councillor is an Australian businesswoman, tech entrepreneur, and community independent politician who served as the Mayor of the City of Boroondara (2024–2025). She is prominently known as a community “teal” independent candidate contesting the inner-east Melbourne state seat of Kew, against state Liberal and Opposition leader Jess Wilson. In November 2024, she was elected by her peers to serve as the Mayor of Boroondara for the 2024–2025 term, completing her leadership role in late 2025. During her mayoral term, she focused heavily on implementing the council's Climate Action Plan, shifting facilities to all-electric power, and expanding the city’s green spaces and trail networks. The post Sat, 6th June, 2026: Sophie Torney, Studley Ward Councillor, Fmr Mayor Boroondara, Independent Seat of Kew appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

of Clare Co Council talking about matters concerning the residents of the Killaloe Municipal District in East Clare as well as his own experiences in settling into his position as a Councillor since being co-opted in December 2024 Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 9th May  2026-  Interview as part of  broadcast live from the Derg Alliance Building SBCR Studio hosted by Pat O'Brien and Jim Collins Saturday Chronicle is kindly sponsored by James M Nash and Co and Derg Kitchen Design   http://dergkitchendesign.ie.

After months of uncertainty and a nationwide campaign to protect the role of Special Needs Assistants, the Save Our SNAs Campaign Group is welcoming the publication of a new Department of Education circular outlining the role of SNAs in schools. The updated guidance replaces a previous circular that sparked concern among SNAs, parents and educators, with fears that the role could be restricted and that some children with additional needs could lose out on vital support. Campaigners say the new circular represents an important step forward, particularly with the explicit recognition of students' communication and regulation needs. To discuss what the changes mean for SNAs, students and families, and whether concerns about the future of the profession have now been addressed, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor and Special Needs Assistant, Antoinette Baker Bashua. Photo (c) Robbie Kane via Dublin Live

London's rat problem and what can be done about it with Ward 1 Councillor Hadleigh McAlister.

Greg Brady, Mike Colle, Councillor for Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence & Lily Cheng, Councillor for Ward 18 Willowdale discuss: 1 - Four more arrests for alleged hate-motivated assaults targeting Toronto's Jewish community 2 - Canadians choosing not to snap up remaining ‘out-of-reach' World Cup tickets 3 - TTC unveils last major subway closure to accommodate World Cup preparations 4 - ‘What happened on Mother's Day should never have happened': TTC Board Chair pitches motion to streamline transit, road closures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norm Murray speaks with Mississauga Ward 1 Councillor, Stephen Dasko about the latest happenings in his part of the city, as well what to expect in Summer 2026. Visit: www.stephendasko.com

Greg Brady, Mike Colle, Councillor for Ward 8 Eglinton-Lawrence & Lily Cheng, Councillor for Ward 18 Willowdale discuss: 1 - Four more arrests for alleged hate-motivated assaults targeting Toronto's Jewish community 2 - Canadians choosing not to snap up remaining ‘out-of-reach' World Cup tickets 3 - TTC unveils last major subway closure to accommodate World Cup preparations 4 - ‘What happened on Mother's Day should never have happened': TTC Board Chair pitches motion to streamline transit, road closures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wexford County Council has passed a motion calling for a referendum on a constitutional right to housing. The council will right to Wexford's TD and Senators to also seek their support. Anton discusses this further with Tom Forde, Sinn Féin Councillor for Wexford County Council and also Tom Phillips, Managing Director of Tom Phillips and Associates.

Rory Hogan, Fianna Fáil Councillor for Pembroke, reacts to a 21 year old man being stabbed to death on Clarendon Street in Dublin.

Mary talks to Neil about the robbery of toilet roll from public toilets on the front strand in Youghal.

Greg Brady, James Pasternak, Councillor for Ward 6 York Centre, & Stephen Holyday, Councillor for Ward 2 Etobicoke Centre discuss: 1 - Bruno Mars at Rogers Stadium was so loud it rattled homes 10 km away in Thornhill 2 - Security at Toronto's Union Station targeting homeless people ahead of World Cup, advocates say Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Tasman District councillor has raised a few eyebrows for attending most meetings over Zoom or Teams despite living minutes away from the council buildings. According to figures obtained by the Nelson Mail, in the last triennium, Mark Greening attended three meetings in person and 73 meetings online. We asked Mr Greening to come on the show.. he declined saying he's busy and struggles to see why it's a big deal, adding remote access provides good flexibility. Tasman District Mayor Tim King spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Aucklanders' rates bills are set to rise by an average of 7 point 9 percent. Councillors voted yesterday to accept the annual budget proposed by Mayor Wayne Brown, which sets an ambitious target of cutting operating costs by one-hundred and six million dollars. But the vote wasn't without heated debate on whether even more savings could be found. Erin Johnson reports.

People across the county are being encouraged to have their say on the proposal to install CCTV in an attempt to curb illegal dumping. The Local Authority's waste enforcement team is carrying out a public consultation until June 1st on the use of cameras in blackspots in Tulla and Kilrush. The system would initially be in place for eight weeks before a review period would determine it's continued use. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor, Pat Hayes, says it's been a 'torturous process' to get the relevant legislation enacted.

ACT-aligned councillor Davina Smolders is spreading claims the Far North District Council plans to sign agreements ceding sovereignty to five iwi. She previously challenged a recent Council decision to expand a Māori liaison committee - appointing 10 iwi members with voting rights, out of a total 16. Smolders says it's not co-governance, but rather outright iwi governance. "So it's going to affect everybody...if you want to move dirt, you have to pay for cultural impact reports, it's a grift - pure and simple. It's holding development hostage." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Clare local elected representative is calling on the Transport Minister to make the wearing of hi-vis jackets mandatory for pedestrians and cyclists. Whitegate Fine Gael Councillor Pat Burke is seeking the measure as means of making walking and cycling safer on rural roads in particular. As his motion on the subject was carried at this week's meeting of Clare County Council, the local authority will now write to Minister for Transport requesting that it be enshrined in law. Councillor Burke says he can't understand why everyone who takes to the roads in the evenings doesn't already wear a hi-vis.

Greg Brady talked to Shelley Carroll, Councillor for Ward 17 Don Valley North and Chair of the Toronto Police Services Board, about the arrests of Toronto police officers in Spain, the investigation, public confidence, and what comes next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg Brady, Gord Perks, Councillor for Ward 4 Parkdale–High Park and Chair of the Planning and Housing Committee and Jamaal Myers, Councillor for Ward 23 Scarborough North and Chair of the Toronto Transit Commission discuss: 1 - Surface parking at GO stations 2 - Extending last call provincewide for FIFA World Cup 3 - Billy Bishop Airport expansion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the World Cup set to kick off in June, many Irish fans say they'll be backing England, with Ireland missing out on qualification for this year's tournament in America…But, it raises an interesting question: why do so many of us love to see England lose when Ireland are playing, yet find ourselves supporting them when we're not involved?Will you be cheering the English lads this summer, or are you hoping they crash out early?Joining guest host Anna Daly to discuss is Newstalk's own, Ciaran Bradley, Soccer Coach and local Councillor, Fiona Connelly and listeners.

Greg Brady spoke to Josh Matlow, Councillor for Ward 12 Toronto—St. Paul's about some Toronto councillors want the province's Billy Bishop airport plan added to the October ballot . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dublin Street Parking Services have informed their staff they will no longer clamp and tow cars for Dublin City Council when their current contract ends. It comes as a procurement process is currently ongoing for the new contract beginning later this summer For years, councillors have called for changes to the way parking rules are enforced, and for more.Ciara Doherty was joined by Keith Connolly, Fianna Fáil Councillor for the Ballymun-Finglas LEA

Cork has several statues of local heroes and characters - from Olympic runner Sonia Sullivan to Father Mathew and the Onion Sellers. Now Green Party Cork Cllr Oliver Moran wants to pay homage to a less celebrated legend from history.Councillor Oliver Moran joined Ciara Doherty this morning.

Greg Brady, Lily Cheng, Councillor for Ward 18 Willowdale & Jon Burnside Councillor for Ward 16 Don Valley East discuss: 1 - Canada's World Cup host cities contend with funding uncertainty 2 - Scarborough's subway extension delayed, confidential TTC documents reveal 3 - TDSB to cut outdoor education programs amid sweeping staff reductions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Andy continues his series, "Foundations For Faith" with Part 4 - 'The Spirit and the Promise'. This message is about the fundamentals of the Holy Spirit, that He is the 3rd Person of the Trinity and has always been, and always will be, God. He was there at the beginning of creation and has been revealed throughout history and recorded in the Bible. The Promise is that the Holy Spirit now resides in the heart of every believer and is our Guide, our Comforter and our Councillor.

Jerry spoke to Fianna Fáil councillor Mikey Sheehy, who raised the issue of CCTV in Tralee at the recent Tralee Municipal District meeting.

Sinn Féin councillor Robert Brosnan wants mileage rates and travel allowances for community health workers to be increased, given the recent surge in energy costs. He spoke to Treasa.

Greg Brady, Rachel Chernos Lin, Councillor for Ward 15 Don Valley West & James Pasternak, Councillor for Ward 6 York Centre discuss: 1 - New Thorncliffe Park condo fire sparked by repair work in area damaged by weeks-long blaze last year 2 - Man charged in synagogue shootings in Toronto and Vaughan, police say 3 - City begins opening park washrooms and water fountains Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fianna Fáil councillor for the Castleisland Corca Dhuibhne Municipal District, Fionnán Fitzgerald, spoke to Treasa about his concerns that the period by which the government will end state-supported accommodation for Ukrainians may not be long enough and could result in creating further homelessness.

After confronting scenes in the Northern Beaches, where a gang of teen e-bikers invaded a crowded North Curl Curl netball centre and disrupting games while abusing players, local councillor Vincent de Luca told Mark Levy it was time for tougher action, including registration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concern has been expressed that Clare cancer patients could be facing into lengthy treatment delays. The Irish Society of Radiation Oncology has told an Oireachtas Committee that up to 80% of radiotherapy machines nationwide need to be replaced. It's estimated that up to 50% of all cancer patients will need radiotherapy at some point during their illness. Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor and HSE Regional Health Forum Mid West member Antoinette Baker Bashua says the Government needs to act immediately.

Labour Councillor Alison Field has been fighting for a suitable school place for her son James, who has autism. Despite assessments confirming James' needs, suitable schooling options are either unavailable or oversubscribed…Now, she's decided to take her fight to the European Parliament.Alison joins Andrea to discuss.

Kal Glanznig is one of Australia's leading youth ocean and climate champions, a true powerhouse inspiring a new generation of hopeful, action-driven environmental leaders. In the past year alone, he has reached more than 20,000 people through keynote talks, school programs, and Q&A screenings of his documentary Rising Up. Elected in 2024 as the youngest independent Councillor in the Sutherland Shire, he is now driving local climate action through practical and forward-thinking sustainability initiatives.Kal first made headlines in high school after delivering a $100,000 solar project that inspired more than 20 schools to follow suit. He went on to co-found Plastic Free Cronulla, contributing to New South Wales' ban on single-use plastics, and Blue Minds, a national program supporting young Australians with eco-anxiety and environmental leadership. An award-winning speaker, he has also represented Australia in water polo at the Youth World Championships. Kal reminds us that while no one person can change the world alone, the future is still unwritten—and every action we take creates a ripple. Take a listen and feel inspired to be part of that change.In this episode, we discuss:Kal's background in high-level sport and how it sparked his passion for the environmentWhy meaningful change starts at home, no matter how wicked the problemHis documentary Rising Up, including its screening at COP30 in Brazil and its role in sharing Pacific storiesDriving change through the ballot box and his journey into local councilThe importance of genuinely engaging young people, and the powerful perspectives they bringThe role of athletes in activism and advocacyEco-anxiety and its impact on young people, and how Blue Minds is helping build resilience and leadershipKey lessons Kal has learned from young people, and his advice for those wanting to make a difference in their communitiesWhy we don't have to do everything, but we can all do something, starting in our own backyardWhat's next for Blue Minds and his upcoming documentary, The Plastic CountryTo view all the links to the websites and documents, visit the show notes on our website.Please support our work and enable us to deliver more content by buying us a coffee or becoming a member of Athletes for Nature.Follow us on Instagram and Facebook, subscribe to this podcast, and share this episode with your friends and family.

The HSE is being urged to progress it's new plans for a community hospital in Ennis as soon as possible. The controversial €25m proposal for the facility on a grace space at St Flannan's College was refused by An Coimisúin Pleanála last December. The HSE has now signalled its intention to reapply for planning at the site, with a submission expected to be made by September. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor and HSE Regional Health Forum MidWest member Rita McInerney says a geriatric hospital is urgently needed.

Ward 9 Councillor Jason Mancinelli visits the subbasement to talk about SUMA, regional cooperation, AI data centres and his battle against concrete costs. Music by Ryan Hill (aka Guidewire). Originally broadcast on 91.3FM CJTR AccessNow community radio.