Podcasts about grampians

Stephanie Duboudin, CEO of Wine Victoria, joins to educate us on this state at the southern end of Australia that has a ton of diversity and makes all styles of wine. A boutique winery heaven, Victoria is something you need to know about!    Wineries mentioned: Tahbilk Seppelt Mount Langhi Wild Duck Creek Yeringberg Yarra Yering Brown Brothers Pizzini Campbells Chalmers Chambers Rosewood Stanton & Killeen Giant Steps Bindi Wines _________________________________________________________ Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Become a member today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________   Check out my exclusive sponsor, Wine Access.  They have an amazing selection -- once you get hooked on their wines, they will be your go-to! Make sure you join the Wine Access-Wine For Normal People wine club for wines I select delivered to you four times a year!    To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth or get a class gift certificate for the wine lover in your life go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes    

Like many of us, Benj Bailey-Webb has had his fair share of trials and tribulations over the past 5 or so years. The owner-builder of the now widely lauded permanent tiny house in Victoria's majestic Grampians region, Nook On The Hill, started off wanting to design and build a small footprint, sustainable home for himself and his then-partner, Holly. As the process played out, however, and also through a global pandemic, significant bushfires in the local region and his father being seriously ill, Benj's objectives evolved and changed and ultimately, the decision was reached to open the property up to guests. Benj's story is one that is resoundingly human and one that many of us in the short-term accommodation sector will fiercely identify with. It was such a pleasure chatting with him a few weeks ago and I'm sure you'll get a lot out of this episode today. A quick content warning too that this episode does include discussion of terminal cancer.

Claire Morgan is a farmer, maker and regional advocate, helping people understand where their food comes from and how important it is to have thriving rural towns. She's growing chickpeas and making chickpea brownies and along the way she's showing locals and visitors that Rupanyup really is a ‘town with pulse'. This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen and Producers series about the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions in western Victoria. We drove the roads, saw the sights, said hello to the roos and emus, met the people, ate the food, drank the wine and generally soaked up the delights. Listen to more episodes about the Grampians Wimmera Mallee. We hope you'll plan a trip to the region and listen to stories of this fun, fascinating part of the world as you travel. The series is supported by Visit Victoria. https://rupanyupliving.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOopoNMln-0khgObt-mF1sxeORHxHyU4CawP8eSRTJS4B07Jf_QWs SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5 Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent  https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

National Rural News Thursday February 27 In today's National Rural News: Meat sales scam circulating on social media, businesses in bushfire ravaged Grampians feeling abandoned, farmers bracing for ACCC supermarket inquiry findings -- plus the latest from the markets and more. Subscribe to the National Rural News podcast: http://bit.ly/RuralNewsPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shortly after my own trip to the Grampians and Araps, where I played briefly on Punks in the Gym, just to give it, as Ben Cossey would say, a tummy rub, I went back to the Blue Mountains where I met a bunch of Australian mega-crushers. One of those crushers was Andrea Hah. And because she was the first Australian woman to climb Punks in the Gym, and Arapiles had a big impact on her life, I really wanted to have her on the show.  Andrea is not only a mega-crusher and one of the most accomplished climbers in Australia. She's also a physio at Move Clinic, which she runs with her partner, Lee Cossey - also a mega-crusher. And she's a mom to a little BMX shredder. Basically, an all around badass.  So we talk Araps and Punks as well as other Australian history like her send of Ozymandias which was the first ground up in a day ascent of the route and her arch-nemesis climb, Lord of the Rings in Araps.  Andrea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreahah/ Save Arapiles Climbing Petition: https://www.change.org/p/save-natimuk-stop-the-rock-climbing-ban-at-the-famous-mt-arapiles Save Arapiles Climbing Video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_bYfeWq_Nw   Our friends at Rab are excited to sponsor both full and partial scholarships to Ladies Weekend Out's events, making their educational programs more accessible than ever and helping to empower women in the outdoors.” Learn more here: https://www.ladiesweekendout.com/rab-equipment-scholarships   Check out our website for related episodes, resources and more! Join the Secret Stoners Club for FREE and get bonus episodes. ---------------------------------- Season Two is generously supported by Rab.  This episode is supported by Tension Climbing. Use code WRITTEN15 at checkout. This episode is supported by our research partner, NOLS: The National Outdoor Leadership School. Written in Stone is co-created with Power Company Climbing.  

Simon Nash speaks with Ben about how the region fared with the recent fires and we hear that the region is very much open for business. Wineries seem to have avoided any affects of the smoke in the region which is great news.There are some great things happening at Best's including Friday night drinks at the cellar door and a series of restaurant meals throughout the year.@thewineshowaustralia @bestswines

New year - new program! In 2025 the VLGA is proud to re-launch The Governance Update as VLGA Connect - your weekly program covering the latest news, analysis and deep dives into the current issues shaping the local government sector. This week, Chris Eddy is joined by Cr Jo Armstrong, Mayor Ararat Rural City Council to get the latest on the recovery efforts following the Grampians bushfires, and Tony Raunic to look at the latest consultation from the state government into lobbying reforms. Support the showTo learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here. If you'd like to contact us about the podcast, please send us an email to vlga@vlga.org.au or call us on 03 9349 7999

Volunteers are continuing to battle alongside FFMV staff to back-burn in the Grampians and limit the spread of the fire

Firefighters working to complete 9000 hectares of back-burning in the Grampians

Farmers on the western flank of the Grampians are bracing for hot weather at the weekend as fires continue to spread in the National Park. 

Landholders in Victoria's Grampians region are still coming to terms with the devastation caused by a bushfire which tore through the region. The blaze - which scorched more than 76 thousand hectares and destroyed four homes - took 21 days to contain. Specialist support services are being made available to locals. Rural Reporter Dusty Fitzpatrick caught up with Agriculture Victoria's Aimee Mcutcheon to discuss some of the assistance available.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With around 80,000 hectares of the Grampians National Park burned in bushfires, what's the damage to native flora and fauna populations? 

Kalangadoo truck driver Kyle Nicholas is looking for donations of round bales of pasture hay from South East producers to deliver to farmers impacted by the Grampians bushfire, a new ABC show called Eat the Invaders posits the idea that eating feral animals could help deal with the problem and from the ashes of the 2019 Cudlee Creek fire in the Adelaide Hills has emerged a brandy, made from the smoke-affected grapes.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (pictured) looks back, looks ahead and looks for hope. "Podcast: Facing the world at 3-degrees of warming"; "New York to fine fossil fuel companies $75 billion under new climate law"; "Long recovery ahead for wildlife hurt by Grampians fire, ecologist says"; "Is there a new energy future for Australia's remaining oil refiners?"; "2024's most costly climate disasters killed 2,000 people and caused $229bn in damages, data shows"; "2025 tipped to be bumper year for EVs as emission laws change and new models arrive"; "The Year in Climate: Record Heat, an Election, a Push for Justice and Reasons for Hope"; "In 2025, let's make it game on – not game over – for our precious natural world".

Farmers impacted by the Grampians bushfires are seeking urgent agistment for livestock, with more than 76-thousand hectares of land burned, a lack of rain, rain at the wrong time, frost, storms and plenty more has made for a challenging year for South Australian farmers and it has been estimated that by 2030, farmers across the country will receive up to $1 billion in landholder payments for hosting clean energy.

Thủ tướng Albanese đã mô tả thiệt hại do cháy rừng ở Công viên Quốc gia Grampians là một thảm họa tàn khốc. Từ ngày 1 tháng 1 năm 2025, hành vi cố ý trả thiếu lương hoặc đãi ngộ cho nhân viên có thể bị xem là tội hình sự tại Úc. Và ít nhất 62 người đã thiệt mạng trong một vụ tai nạn máy bay ở Hàn Quốc.

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Cháy rừng Grampians tại Victoria tiếp tục bùng phát ngoài tầm kiểm soát. Liên Hợp Quốc lên án cuộc không kích của Israel vào một bệnh viện ở Gaza. Việt Nam xử vụ mua bán 626 kg ma túy với 27 án tử hình.

Firefighters in Victoria say there is much more work to do to contain the Grampians fire; Australians planning to see the Sydney New Year's Eve fireworks warned of congestion on the train network; and in tennis, Argentina pulls off a surprise win at the United Cup.

There are now more electric cars on Norway's roads than petrol models - "Saturday Extra Summer"; "Victorian fire authorities confirm one home and sheds destroyed in Grampians bushfires"; "Grampians fire expected to burn for weeks, as warnings scaled down, residents return"; "REFRESH – Big Plastic: The New Big Oil"; "Climate crisis exposed people to extra six weeks of dangerous heat in 2024"; "Labor argues ‘economic madness' of Coalition's nuclear plan would cost NSW $1.4tn"; "More heavy rain, strong winds and dangerous surf expected in the West"; "The world's hope to fight common threats: The U.S. will wake up"; "Can We Engineer Our Way Out of the Climate Crisis?: "How Extreme Heat Is Threatening Education Progress Worldwide"; "Heat Deaths Have Doubled in the U.S. in Recent Decades, Study Finds"; "Well Beyond the U.S., Heat and Climate Extremes Are Hitting Billions"; "

Mabadiliko mazuri ya hali ya hewa yame saidia juhudi za wazima moto wanao kabiliana na moto ambao haukuwa ukidhibitika katika maeneo ya Grampians jimboni Victoria, baada ya hali mbaya zaidi ya hali ya hewa kwa moto wa vichaka tangu tukio la Black Summer la 2019.

Εκτός ελέγχου μαίνεται η πυρκαγιά στην περιοχή των Grampians ενώ οι αρχές ανησυχούν και για τρεις άλλες καθώς κύμα καύσωνα σαρώνει Βικτώρια, ΝΝΟ και Νότια Αυστραλία.

A cool change eases conditions for firefighters battling Grampians blaze; Family and friends of a 15-year-old who went missing in the Central Coast express devastation for their loss; LawConnect gains short-lived lead in Sydney to Hobart race

It is too late to leave for residents in Bellfield, Bellfield settlement, Flat Rock Crossing, Grampians Junction and Halls Gap with an emergency warning urging them to take shelter indoors and act immediately to survive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bushfire in the Grampians is expected to burn for weeks with Premier Jacinta Allan confirming 75,000 hectares have been burnt since December 16.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents in Glenthompson. Kia Ora, Moyston, Stavely, Strathmore, Willaura, and Willaura North, have been urged to evacuate immediately as firefighters have been unable to stop the fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents in Mafeking have been told it is too dangerous to leave their homes and are to take shelter indoors immediately with a bushfire in the Grampians not yet under control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

高溫和強風等火災高危因素今日繼續影響澳洲的東部地區，維州及南澳今日將遇高達30至40 度高溫，情況亦包括目前正受到大火肆虐Grampians國家公園等部份地區，繼續面臨嚴重火災威脅。

Grampian residents have been told to evacuate as emergency services battle a raging bushfire threatening properties as Victoria braces for extreme temperatures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emergency alert issued for residents as out-of-control bushfire rages in the GrampiansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Control Centre spokesperson Luke Hegarty is urging Victorians to pay close attention to the action statement in the warnings issued by VicEmergency as bushfires rage across the Grampians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While most people in Australia are gearing up for Christmas celebrations, a team of volunteers from Melbourne is busy serving free meals, groceries, and medical supplies to impacted communities amid the growing bushfires in the Grampians. - ਕ੍ਰਿਸਮਸ ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਵਿਕਟੋਰੀਆ ਦੇ ਗ੍ਰੈਂਪੀਅਨ ਨੈਸ਼ਨਲ ਪਾਰਕ ਵਿੱਚ ਬੀਤੀ 21 ਦਸੰਬਰ ਨੂੰ ਲੱਗੀ ਭਿਆਨਕ ਅੱਗ ਦਾ ਅਸਰ ਘਟਦਾ ਨਜ਼ਰ ਨਹੀਂ ਆ ਰਿਹਾ। ਵਿਕਟੋਰੀਆ ਦੇ ਮੁੱਖ ਅੱਗ ਬੁਝਾਊ ਅਧਿਕਾਰੀ ਕ੍ਰਿਸ ਹਾਰਡਮੈਨ ਦਾ ਕਹਿਣਾ ਹੈ ਫਾਇਰਫਾਈਟਰਜ਼ ਵਲੋਂ ਗ੍ਰੈਂਪੀਅਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਲੱਗੀ ਬੁਸ਼ਫਾਇਰ ਨੂੰ ਕਾਬੂ ਕਰਨ ਵਿਚ ਅਸਮਰੱਥ ਰਹਿਣ ਕਾਰਨ ਅੱਗ ਦਾ ਖਤਰਾ ਹੋਰ ਵੱਧ ਗਿਆ ਹੈ।

SBS தமிழ் ஒலிபரப்பின் இன்றைய (திங்கட்கிழமை 23/12/2024) செய்திகள். வாசித்தவர்:றேனுகா துரைசிங்கம்.

The CFA has warned Boxing Day and Friday will bring catastrophic and extreme fire conditions as firefighters battle a significant bushfire in the Grampians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bushfire in Victoria's Grampians triples in size as evacuation orders are issued; Quake-stricken Vanuatu to resume commercial flights; The Bacardi crew are ready for a record 31st Sydney to Hobart race

There is a bush fire in the Grampians National Park at Yarramgap Road that isn't under control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CELEBRATING JOHN CLARKEJohn Clarke was a pioneering comedian, actor and writer, whose television appearances as farmer Fred Dagg in the 1970s marked the emergence of a distinctive home-grown style of New Zealand comedy. In 1977 Clarke moved permanently to Australia, where he was best known for the popular television series The Games and a series of satirical mock interviews with Australian Bryan Dawe. His wide-ranging talents included scriptwriting, music, documentary presenting, and literary pastiche, and his comic performances encompassed pratfalls, parody and political satire.John died of a heart attack in 2017 aged 68 whilst hiking in the Grampians with his wife and friends.Celebrating John is his daughter Lorin Clarke - herself no stranger to life in the creative arts. Lorin wrote, directed and narrated the award-winning ABC RN audio fiction serial, The Fitzroy Diaries (originally aired on ABC RN's Life Matters), which you can find here. It won the Best Fiction award at the Australian Podcast Awards in May 2019. Lorin also writes for television and is a regular columnist for The Big Issue.Her recent memoir, Would That Be Funny? Growing Up With John Clarke is out now.Lorin is currently directing a documentary film about her Dad.Lorin Clarke (IG Lorin Clarke Official)Lorin Clarke's website (LorinClarke.com)Marieke Hardy Is Going To Die is a podcast made by Marieke Hardy (IG @marieke_hardy).You can follow at IG @GoingToDiePodMusic by Lord Fascinator (IG @lordfascinator)Produced by Darren Scarce (IG @Dazz26)Video edits by Andy Nedelkovski (IG @AndyNeds)Artwork by Lauren Egan (IG @heylaurenegan)Photography by Eamon Leggett (IG @anxietyoptions)With thanks to Amelia Chappelow (IG @ameliachappelow)Camilla McKewen (IG @CamillaLucyLucy)and Rhys Graham (IG @RhysJGraham)Drop an email to mariekehardyisgoingtodie@gmail.comWhilst acknowledging the privilege that comes with having the space to discuss death and mortality, we want to also recognise that discussing these topics can raise some  wounds. Should you wish to seek extra support, please consider the following resources:https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-grief-support-groupshttps://www.grief.org.au/ga/ga/Support/Support_Groups.aspxhttps://www.headspace.com/meditation/griefhttps://www.mindful.org/a-10-minute-guided-meditation-for-working-with-grief/https://griefline.org.au/get-help/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Australians, it seems, are utterly smitten with coffee. The beverage of choice appears to be the flat white, a silky yet buttoned-down cousin to the latte or cappuccino. We landed in Sydney at dawn, dragging two hefty bags from baggage claim. Our first order of business was to snag a flat white before leaving the terminal. Ever the minimalist, I settled for an espresso, watching the crowd in a bleary-eyed daze, squinting at the sun as if it were a new concept. My wife, meanwhile, sat busy photographing her artfully swirled toothpick masterpiece. Soon enough, we embraced the day and ventured out into the land of sculpted asses in Bondi Beach. Support this project: Buy Me a CoffeeSubscribe to the newsletter: SUBSCRIBE ME!Show Notes and Links at Clippingchains.com

Tonight, our blind-tasting duo explore uncharted wine, at least for the show. Shiraz is the most planted and #1 grape from Australia. Shiraz is the same grape and wine as Syrah, but for some reason, Australia and South Africa call it Shiraz. It is a big, bold, full-body wine with high levels of tannin and acid. Because of the tannins, it is normally oaked and is a great pair with red meats.In France, Syrah is a single variety wine from the northern Rhone Valley, and is popular in the southern Rhone where it is part of the GSM blend wines. GSM stands for Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre.Syrah is also a popular grape grown in the US, mostly in the State of Washington and California. Some of the most popular Shiraz regions of Australia include Barossa Valley, Eden Valley, Clare Valley, Heathcote, Hunter Valley, McLaren Vale, Yarra Valley, Grampians, and Adelaide Hills.While Syrah and Shiraz wines will have many similarities, they will also have some differences. Syrah wines from France, Chile and Washington (State) are more of a cooler climate wine. Australian Shiraz and California, Spain, Italy, and Argentina Syrah are warm-weather wines. Syrah from cooler climates will be lighter in body, with more earthiness and floral notes. Warm weather Syrah/Shiraz will be fruit forward full-body higher alcohol wines. Tonight, we taste: 2021 Yalumba Barossa Shiraz. I purchased this wine at Wall to Wall Wine for $19.99. It comes from the Barossa Valley, Australia. It is plump and fruity, with lucid aromas of black cherry, plum, mint and ground pepper. A full body gentle frame of spicy tannins frames everything, and a nice level of acidity helps wash it all down. Winery is Vegan and started in 1849. 2019 Greg Norman, Limestone Coast Shiraz, $15.50 at Wall to Wall Wine. This wine comes from Coonawarra, McClaren Flat, Argentina. Nose: Bright aromas of ripe black and blue fruits, spice notes. Palate: Medium to full-bodied. Cola, black cherry, mixed berry jam and cloves. Other notes: plum and cherry. Peppercorn, mint, oak. Firm structure and balanced acidity. Area is known for having poor well draining soils. 2022 Yellow Tail Shiraz purchased at Walmart for $5.99. Rich and smooth, with juicy red berries and hints of vanilla and spice. Hints of mocha. Bold and smooth. South Eastern Australia includes all of Victoria and parts of South Australia and New South Wales. Next week The wines we will taste include: 2022 Bourgonge – Maconaise – Macon Villages. This is a Burgundy white made from the Chardonnay grape. Purchased from Costco for $12.79. 2022 Porta 6 Red from Lisbon Region of Portugal. Purchased at Trader Joes for $4.99. 2022 Ruggero Di Bardo from Puglia, Italy. Purchased at Trader Joes for $9.99.

Simon Nash has a great chat with Tom Guthrie about the incredible history of Grampians Estate and the past custodians of the 1878 vines in his vineyard and the wider Great Western area. @thewineshowaustralia @grampiansestate.winery

Dans l'actualité de ce vendredi 16 février 2024 : la Grèce est devenu ce jeudi le premier pays chrétien orthodoxe à légaliser le mariage entre personnes du même sexe ; au Sénégal, le Conseil constitutionnel invalide le report de l'élection présidentielle au 15 décembre prochain et appelle à un scrutin dans les meilleurs délais ; dans l'État du Victoria, en Australie, un incendie a détruit plus de 40 foyers dans la région des Grampians.

Thủ tướng Anthony Albanese chúc mừng Indonesia tổ chức bầu cử tổng thống thành công. Khoảng 44 ngôi nhà bị lửa thiêu rụi tại Pomonal, Công viên Quốc gia Grampians. Israel tấn công vào bệnh viện Nasser ở Gaza. Việt Nam sửa luật, cho phép Việt kiều sở hữu bất động sản.

Grampians based trainer Andrew Bobbin details how close the fires got to his stables and gave an update on Thailess which heads to the Vanity on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your daily kids news podcast. Victoria suffered through a scorching heatwave, bushfires, power outages and thunderstorms yesterday! Schools closed, and kids got an unexpected day off as towns near the Grampians had to evacuate. Stay safe and look out for your neighbours, people! Brazil threw the ultimate street party, and everyone's invited! Imagine a rainbow explosion with dazzling costumes, massive floats, and dancing in the streets. It's like a giant, moving art show celebrating the countdown to Easter. Party on, Brazil! We meet Lucky, the deaf dog who's a sheep-herding superhero! Without hearing commands, Lucky uses sight and vibrations to round up sheep like a boss. It's a heartwarming story of friendship and furry feats on the farm. Who needs superhero movies when you have Lucky? Taylor Swift fans went wild, snagging last-minute concert tickets faster than lightning! With seats offering a less than a full view, Swifties proved there's no bad seat when it comes to supporting their icon. Meanwhile, Usher skates into hearts with his halftime show moves. What a day for pop culture! For the full Squiz Kids News transcript click here. LINKS Squiz Kids Facebook Squiz Kids Instagram Newshounds Get started on our free media literacy resource for classrooms https://www.squizkids.com.au/about-newshounds/ Classroom Companion: Teachers! Want to access free, curriculum-aligned classroom resources tied to the daily podcast? Sign up to be a Squiz Kids Classroom and download the Classroom Companion each day. Made by teachers for teachers, differentiated to suit all primary school ability levels. And did we mention it's free? Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!   Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au  

Di vê buletena kurte nûçeyan de: Hukumeta Federal nûvekirina salane ya li ser bêparbûna xweciyan belav dike… Du hişyariyên lezgîn li Parka Neteweyî ya Grampians hatin dayîn ... Û di fûtbolê de, Football Australia bi daxuyaniyekê binpêkirina kesekî fermî ya maçê şermezar dike. Ew nûçeyana û nûçeyên din di buletenê de hene.

** រដ្ឋាភិបាលសហព័ន្ធចេញផ្សាយរបាយការណ៍បច្ចុប្បន្នភាពប្រចាំឆ្នាំស្តីពីផលលំបាកនៃជនជាតិដើមភាគតិច។ ** រដ្ឋអាជ្ញាសាធារណៈ CDPP នៅតែប្រកាន់ យ៉ាងខ្ជាប់ខ្ជួន ក្នុងការ ដាក់បទការចោទប្រកាន់បទភេរវកម្មប្រឆាំងនឹងក្មេងប្រុសអាយុ 13 ឆ្នាំម្នាក់ ដែលមានជំងឺអូទីស្សឹម។ ** ការព្រមានជាបន្ទាន់ចំនួនពីរត្រូវបានចេញនៅក្នុងឧទ្យានជាតិ Grampians។

Robert Connolly is one of Australia's great modern directors, having exploded onto the film scene some twenty years ago with The Bank, which was nominated for Best Picture and Best Director at the AFI awards, which he swiftly followed up with an impressive body of work that includes Paper Planes, The Turning, Balibo, Blueback, and the 2021 adaptation of Jane Harper's best seller, The Dry.That film, which featured Eric Bana as Detective Aaron Falk, set the box office afire in 2021 alongside High Ground and Penguin Bloom, with the trio making Australian film history as the first time that three Aussie flicks topped the local box office. Given the success of The Dry, it made sense that Connolly and Bana would return to Jane Harper's Falk series with the second novel, Force of Nature. Where The Dry focused on a murder mystery in the middle of nowhere, Force of Nature takes Detective Falk to the Grampians to try and find missing business woman Alice (Anna Torv). Alice did not return with her colleagues (Deborra-Lee Furness, Robin McLeavy, Sisi Stringer, Lucy Ansell) after a hiking retreat, raising suspicion and concern. With heavy rains on the way, time is of the essence to find Alice before it's too late.While Force of Nature operates in the thriller genre, with Connolly harkening back to The Bank with a subplot about manipulative financial institutions, it is better approached as a character study of people under pressure. Falk's return to the Grampians sees him recalling his youth when his mother also went missing in the same area, and it's here that Force of Nature lingers into an examination of what family means in difficult times. Eric Bana has found a character he can comfortably slip into with Detective Aaron Falk, a figure who sits alongside Detective Jay Swan and Jack Irish as a compelling investigator getting to the bottom of a mystery. It helps that Bana is comfortably supported by a reliable cast, including the always great Anna Torv who owns the film, the welcome presence of Robin McLeavy who gives a subdued and powerful performance, and solid performances from newcomers Sisi Stringer and Lucy Ansell.Curiously, even though I've been interviewing Australian filmmakers for almost a decade now, this is the first time I've had a chat with Robert Connolly. I'd previously aimed to catch up with him on the media trail for The Dry or Blueback, but circumstances meant that this was our first time chatting. As I joined the Zoom meeting, Robert immediately noticed the vast array of blurays and DVDs that sit behind me, pointing out the Agnes Varda Criterion Collection. Our conversation starts there, and ferrets through different avenues of discussion, weaving in and out about Robert's work as a filmmaker, what it means to support emerging talent in the way he does as an executive producer with films like Alena Lodkina's Petrol, Sari Braithwaite's Because We Have Each Other, and Jub Clerc's Sweet As, before we settle on discussing why Force of Nature is the hardest shoot he's embarked on yet.Force of Nature launches in Australian cinemas from 8 February 2024, and if there's one reason to see it on the big screen, it's to become overwhelmed by Andrew Commis' immersive cinematography. No doubt if this one does well that we'll see Robert adapting the third and final Falk book, Exiles, down the line.If you like what we do here at The Curb, then make sure to listen to other interviews at TheCurb.com.au, and help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon from as little as $1 a month at Patreon.com/thecurbau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Connolly is one of Australia's great modern directors, having exploded onto the film scene some twenty years ago with The Bank, which was nominated for Best Picture and Best Director at the AFI awards, which he swiftly followed up with an impressive body of work that includes Paper Planes, The Turning, Balibo, Blueback, and the 2021 adaptation of Jane Harper's best seller, The Dry.That film, which featured Eric Bana as Detective Aaron Falk, set the box office afire in 2021 alongside High Ground and Penguin Bloom, with the trio making Australian film history as the first time that three Aussie flicks topped the local box office. Given the success of The Dry, it made sense that Connolly and Bana would return to Jane Harper's Falk series with the second novel, Force of Nature. Where The Dry focused on a murder mystery in the middle of nowhere, Force of Nature takes Detective Falk to the Grampians to try and find missing business woman Alice (Anna Torv). Alice did not return with her colleagues (Deborra-Lee Furness, Robin McLeavy, Sisi Stringer, Lucy Ansell) after a hiking retreat, raising suspicion and concern. With heavy rains on the way, time is of the essence to find Alice before it's too late.While Force of Nature operates in the thriller genre, with Connolly harkening back to The Bank with a subplot about manipulative financial institutions, it is better approached as a character study of people under pressure. Falk's return to the Grampians sees him recalling his youth when his mother also went missing in the same area, and it's here that Force of Nature lingers into an examination of what family means in difficult times. Eric Bana has found a character he can comfortably slip into with Detective Aaron Falk, a figure who sits alongside Detective Jay Swan and Jack Irish as a compelling investigator getting to the bottom of a mystery. It helps that Bana is comfortably supported by a reliable cast, including the always great Anna Torv who owns the film, the welcome presence of Robin McLeavy who gives a subdued and powerful performance, and solid performances from newcomers Sisi Stringer and Lucy Ansell.Curiously, even though I've been interviewing Australian filmmakers for almost a decade now, this is the first time I've had a chat with Robert Connolly. I'd previously aimed to catch up with him on the media trail for The Dry or Blueback, but circumstances meant that this was our first time chatting. As I joined the Zoom meeting, Robert immediately noticed the vast array of blurays and DVDs that sit behind me, pointing out the Agnes Varda Criterion Collection. Our conversation starts there, and ferrets through different avenues of discussion, weaving in and out about Robert's work as a filmmaker, what it means to support emerging talent in the way he does as an executive producer with films like Alena Lodkina's Petrol, Sari Braithwaite's Because We Have Each Other, and Jub Clerc's Sweet As, before we settle on discussing why Force of Nature is the hardest shoot he's embarked on yet.Force of Nature launches in Australian cinemas from 8 February 2024, and if there's one reason to see it on the big screen, it's to become overwhelmed by Andrew Commis' immersive cinematography. No doubt if this one does well that we'll see Robert adapting the third and final Falk book, Exiles, down the line.If you like what we do here at The Curb, then make sure to listen to other interviews at TheCurb.com.au, and help keep The Curb independent by joining our Patreon from as little as $1 a month at Patreon.com/thecurbau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victorian winery Seppelt today is probably best known for its exquisite table wines.I'm talking about St Peters Shiraz from its home region of the Grampians, and chardonnay, riesling and pinot noir from the esteemed Drumborg Vineyard in the cooler climes of Henty.Perhaps lesser known to some of us is Seppelt's rich heritage in sparkling wines.In 2022, the company highlighted that pedigree with two new cuvees named in honour of Charles Pierlot, the Frenchman who in 1890 made Australia's first traditional method sparkling wines at Seppelt's Great Western winery.Pierlot also pioneered one of Australia's most unique wine styles, sparkling shiraz.Seppelt Show Sparkling remains the benchmark for this style today. And Seppelt winemaker Clare Dry argues it deserves to be consumed more broadly than the traditional occasion of Christmas time.In this special episode of Drinks Adventures, produced in partnership with Seppelt, I started by asking Clare about the story behind this unique wine.Later in this interview, you'll find out a little bit more about how sparkling shiraz is made, and we'll explore the new vintage, 2012 Show Sparkling, released this year.Click here to open episode in your podcast player.

Hey hey, it's Sarah Williams, your host from the Tough Girl Podcast, and today we're diving into something a bit different.  In this special solo episode, I'll take you through my personal journey, looking back on the end of 2022 to the adventures and challenges of 2023, and my exciting plans ahead. I'll share highlights like my journey to the Outer Hebrides, health changes, and unexpected twists like catching COVID while in Australia. Plus, insights into projects like Project 7, and "7 Women - 7 Challenges”. Discover how I navigated an empty diary, contemplated future adventures, and decided on my next big challenge—the Camino de Santiago. You'll also hear about changes in the vlogging format and deciding between hiking and fastpacking the PCT.  Plus, insights into how I choose my adventures, my favourite one so far, and the vision board guiding my future goals. Join me on this adventure and get inspired to set your own goals and chase your dreams.  Thanks for being part of the Tough Girl Podcast community, and don't hesitate to share your thoughts, questions, and comments! ***  Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement. Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Welcome from Sarah Why it's a different episode from normal  Agenda Set the scene  Late August/September 2022 Going on an adventure with Adelaide Goodeve Outer Hebrides - Watch the Vlogs  Sponsored by Hiiker Adding on future hikes - Speyside Way, Moray Coast Trail, East Highland Way  Gut health issues and not being well in October  Starting a wheat and dairy free diet Flying to Australia at the beginning of November Catching Covid Walking the highest 14 peaks in Australia - Cancelled  Walking in the Grampians with Debbie & CC Project 7 - resources on the website - update January - walking the Great Ocean Walk with Amanda February - Goa, India - yoga, rest & recover What was going to happen when I got back to the UK Having an empty diary and no plans Trying to figure out future plans - Sarah Goes to the Shetlands? South West Coastal Path (SWCP)? Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) South Bound (SOBO)? National Outdoor Expo - 2023 - networking and generating leads  Getting out there and doing what you love Deciding to do the Camino de Santiago - watch the vlogs  The things that people don't talk about  Booking accommodation on the camino - booking.com and caminosleep.com Booking a return flight or not? Walking with Alex Mason GR20?  Working with Land & Wave - Sponsoring the July podcast Free courses for patrons and tribe members Attending the Armchair Adventure Festival Listen to the LIVE tough girl podcast episodes now Heading to Bristol to stay with a friend Deciding to walk Offa's Dyke Path Having everything scheduled out for the next 12 months The work I need to do between challenges Plans for London in September 7th - 12th  Walking the Camino Primitivo 12th - 27th September Training for the TA trail, New Zealand Having 3 weeks at home and what I need to get done North Island — 1000k in 50days Heading to Melbourne for Christmas South Island - in January & February Home to the UK in March 2024 The numbers and using them as a measurement tool Hitting 4 million downloads in 2024? Changing the vlogging format to 2 days per vlog New vlogs every Wednesday and Friday at 7am UK - Tough Girl Youtube Channel Why I focus on creating content Patreon update - learn more  A massive thank you to all the patrons Challenges I'm working through at the moment Editing vlogs Hiking or fastpacking the PCT? Testing out fast packing on the Camino Via De La Plata (100km) April 2024 Running on some of my challenges Book: Multi-Day Running Adventures - Fastpacking - Tips, Stories and Route Ideas By Lily Dyu  Youtube Shorts? How do you choose your adventures? Being inspired by the guests on the podcast Favourite Adventure? Feeling as though everything is coming together Creating my vision board for adventures  The Pink Decade (2015 - 2025) Future goals - The Triple Crown, Walked all 7 Camino's, The UK National Trails  Feeling adventure driven Future plans for 2024  #ChallengeWithZoleo - solo podcast episode focused on planning and preparation - 2nd November National Outdoor Expo - 23rd - 24th March 2024? Looking for new sponsors Fastpacking the Camino and doing YouTube Shorts 2024 will be 7 years since "7 women - 7 Challenges” UK based May - July 15th  Fastpacking the PCT SOBO - doing a UK National Trail beforehand? Insight to what's going on Avoiding wheat…. Feedback, questions, comments? Thank you   Social Media Website: www.toughgirlchallenges.com Instagram: @toughgirlchallenges Twitter: @_TOUGH_GIRL Facebook: www.facebook.com/ToughGirlChallenges YouTube: @toughgirlchallenges   Take a listen to the previous solo reflections episodes  4th Aug 2022 - Sarah Williams - Reflects on the end of 2021 and the start of 2022. 4th Aug 2021 - Sarah Williams - Reflects on the end of 2020 and the start of 2021 7th Aug 2020 - Sarah Williams - Reflections on 2019 & and the start of 2020.  4th Aug 2019 - Reflections on 2018 and the start of 2019. Plus plans for Tough Girl Challenges.  30th Dec 2017 - Reflecting on 2017 and the plans for 2018  30th Dec 2016 - Reflections for 2016 & Plans for 2017