Podcasts about Illawarra

We crack open one of Aussie hoops' spiciest grudge matches: Sydney vs Illawarra. Host Dan Boyce traces the rivalry back before the Kings even existed—into state-league days at the Snakepit—then follows it through the 1986 replay controversy, the Kings' 1988 merger and rise, and the big-city v small-town energy that's fuelled decades of heat. Featuring first-hand stories from Bob Turner, Greg Hubbard and Chuck Harmison, this episode blends history, on-court flashpoints, and off-court theatre to show how the “Freeway Series” became must-watch basketball. Topics include: What this series is and why the rivalry matters (02:00) How the feud predates the Kings: state-league roots and the Snakepit lore (04:00) The 1986 “replay game” drama and why it still stings (12:00) Remembering Robert Scrigni and the emotion of 1987 (20:00) The Snakepit as a sixth man: noise, power cuts, and balcony bar tales (23:00) Birth of the Kings ('88): merger, marketing, and turning Sydney into a show (37:00) Early flashpoints and defections that super-charged the hate (49:30) Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Head to Aussie Hoopla to check out previous podcasts featuring: Australian Basketball Legends: Luc Longley, Andrew Gaze, Shane Heal, Mark Bradtke, David Andersen, Andrew Vlahov, Phil Smyth, CJ Bruton, Chris Anstey, Brett Maher, Glen Saville, Sam MacKinnon, John Rillie, Tony Ronaldson, Damian Martin, Brad Newley Current NBL Stars: Bryce Cotton, Chris Goulding, Xavier Cooks, Tyler Harvey, Dejan Vasiljevic, Jordan Hunter, Flynn Cameron, Keli Leaupepe, Jason Cadee, Mitch McCarron, Anthony Drmic, Luke Travers, Sam Froling, Jesse Wagstaff Our Finest Coaching Minds: Brian Goorjian, Barry Barnes, Joey Wright, Adrian Hurley, Adam Forde, Aaron Fearne, Rob Beveridge, Ian Stacker, Shawn Dennis, Dean Vickerman, Trevor Gleeson, Lindsey Gaze, Ken Cole, Will Weaver, Bruce Palmer NBA Stars Past & Present: Andrew Bogut, Matthew Dellavedova, Stephen Jackson, Jack McVeigh, Randy Livingston, Torrey Craig, Jack White, Acie Earl, Josh Childress, Reggie Smith, Todd Lichti, Ryan Broekhoff, Doug Overton The NBL's Greatest Imports: Leroy Loggins, Darryl McDonald, Ricky Grace, Cal Bruton, Derek Rucker, Leon Trimmingham, Scott Fisher, Lanard Copeland, Dwayne McClain, Darnell Mee, Shawn Redhage, Al Green, Steve Woodberry, Doug Overton, Kevin Lisch The Men In Control: Larry Kestelman, Mal Speed, Paul Maley, Vince Crivelli, Jeremy Loeliger, Chris Pongrass, Jeff Van Groningen, Bob Turner, Danny Mills Follow @AussieHoopla on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or email us at info@aussiehoopla.com  

NBL NOW | Everything NBLMark Worthington & Kelsey Browne Melbourne United make a statement in the Throwdown Andrew Andrews set to play straight off the plane for Cairns What to expect from ‘Million Dollar McVeigh’ tonight? Javon Freeman-Liberty is ready to hoop Mouth-watering weekend ahead, with Sydney, Adelaide and Illawarra to start their campaign How do Adelaide move forward after another turbulent week? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our big prayer at Salt is to see a flood of lifelong disciples of Jesus in the Illawarra and beyond. This is God's work and He has a key role for each of us to play in making it happen. How might God use you to make His disciples?

In this week's episode we were joined once again by Nath and Stu from the Sport Blokes as we spoke about the latest news including the sad passing of Tiana Mangakahia, KD vs Trez, EuroBasket thoughts and we then finished our NBL season previews with Cairns and the defending champs, Illawarra before ending with true/false and another classic pack! Please make sure you LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! 0:00 Kick Off 1:29 Throwback Jerseys for the week- Dominique Wilkins, Joakim Noah, Kristian Doolittle and Rob Edwards 8:24 Card of the week- NBA Bowman Chrome 2006 LeBron James and NBL Topps Chrome 2024-25 Kristian Doolittle Relic 14:08 Quick Hits- RIP Tiana Mangakahia, KD vs Trez and Eurobasket thoughts 28:36 NBL Season Previews- We finished up our NBL season previews and covered the Cairns Taipans and the defending champs the Illawarra Hawks 56:45 NBL Round 1 Preview 63:06 True/False- NBA- Bane, OKC, Spurs and Dyson Daniels 73:30- Classic packs!- Fleer 1991 83:30 Outro Please sit back and enjoy and spread the word about Throwback Hoops. Much love Rob and Woody V

We're joined by Dr Rob McLeod, a Specialist General Paediatrician based in the Illawarra, who works across Wollongong Public and Private Hospitals and runs a busy private clinic, Friendly Paediatrics. Dr Rob is also the Co-Founder of AllerStart, Australia's first allergen introduction product, designed to make introducing allergens to babies simple and stress-free — helping reverse the rise of food allergies in Australia, where rates are among the highest in the world.In this episode, we dive into the essentials of introducing allergens to babies, including:Why timing matters – the best age to start allergen introduction and how it can impact allergy preventionStep-by-step guidance – practical tips on how to introduce common allergens safely at homeIdentifying signs and symptoms of a food allergen.Confidence in feeding – how to overcome anxiety and feel empowered during allergen introductionPractical tools – how products like AllerStart and Le Puree make the process simple, safe, and stress-freeWe'll also be sharing an exclusive launch offer for all of you parents who are navigating the food introduction stage with your child/ren. This episode is proudly sponsored by:✨ AllerStart Kit + Le Puree - First Bites Single Ingredient Veggie & Fruit Purees as an “Allergen Introduction Bundle” for $60. Developed by paediatricians, GPs, dietitians, and food scientists, this is the first allergen kit to include fish and shellfish and introduces the top 11 allergens. Made with real food rather than processed ingredients, it's designed to be simple and stress-free — just sprinkle, mix, and serve, with no guesswork or overwhelm.✨ Chief Nutrition – Our go-to for clean, high-protein snacks that actually taste amazing. Their bars and beef jerky are made from real food ingredients you can trust — perfect for keeping energy steady through busy days (and long appointments). Use code BARELYBALANCED at checkout for 20% off your first order. ⁠Shop here⁠.

In this episode, our guest is Daniel Bleakley, co-founder of New Energy Transport, who shares how his team is building a vertically integrated, zero-emission road-freight company that can compete at diesel price parity by pairing electric trucks with on-site generation and smart participation in Australia's wholesale electricity market. He explains why heavy line-haul routes are the best first movers (diesel can be ~40% of operating cost), outlines initial operations between Sydney and the Illawarra before extending down the Hume to Melbourne, and describes early trials with customers starting in September. Daniel also highlights the system-level upside—using large truck batteries (≈600 kWh each) for vehicle-to-grid flexibility—and updates us on funding (a first raise just under A$1M in Nov, with grants and a follow-on round underway). Connect with Sohail Hasnie: Facebook @sohailhasnie X (Twitter) @shasnie LinkedIn @shasnie ADB Blog Sohail Hasnie YouTube @energypreneurs Instagram @energypreneurs Tiktok @energypreneurs Spotify Video @energypreneurs

What is the value of your soul? In this powerful sermon, Dr. Michael A. Youssef unpacks the most important question Jesus ever asked: “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36). With urgency and clarity, he shows how God's questions in Scripture—whether to Adam, Cain, or Job—are meant to bring us face to face with our need for Him. Only Jesus can weigh the worth of a soul against all the riches of the earth, and only His death and resurrection provide the “great exchange”: our sin for His forgiveness, our guilt for His peace, and our fear for His eternal life.

On the next LEADING THE WAY, join Dr. Michael Youssef in Australia for a life impacting event. You'll be encouraged with HOPE from God's Word through experiencing a powerful evening with Dr. Youssef and LEADING THE WAY! (Various) Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the next Leading The Way, join Dr. Michael Youssef in Australia for a life impacting event. You'll be encouraged with HOPE straight from God's Word! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/155/29

What is the value of your soul? In this powerful sermon, Dr. Michael A. Youssef unpacks the most important question Jesus ever asked: “What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36). With urgency and clarity, he shows how God's questions in Scripture—whether to Adam, Cain, or Job—are meant to bring us face to face with our need for Him. Only Jesus can weigh the worth of a soul against all the riches of the earth, and only His death and resurrection provide the “great exchange”: our sin for His forgiveness, our guilt for His peace, and our fear for His eternal life.

Dr. Michael Youssef recently hosted an event in Illawara, Australia that God used to change the lives of thousands of attendees. You're invited to watch this week's Leading The Way and experience this powerful time yourself! Learn more about the worldwide impact of Leading The Way at LTW.org! Be equipped with the tools you need to study the Bible in 2025! Click this link to learn more about this month's special resource: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/913/29

Watch Dr. Michael Youssef from Leading The Way Be equipped with the tools you need to study the Bible in 2025! Click this link to learn more about this month's special resource: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/913/29

The Germ drops in for a cool chat & names his Dream 13! Any player. Any era. Any team. Any competition ... then combine them!

Gabriela Cabral talks to writer and former army officer Gary McKay who is best known as a tireless advocate for Vietnam veterans in the Illawarra. This is part of Gabriela's weekly program Living Local on KCR.Recorded 14.5.25

Love for the Illawarra - Community Crisis - 30 March 2025

In this week's episode we spoke about the latest news including big signings for Illawarra, Perth and Brisbane, FIBA Asia Cup preview, NBA news including our USA squads for the all-star game, we then did another true/false and then finished off with another classic pack! Please make sure you LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! 0:00 Kick Off 0:41 Throwback Jerseys for the week- Kristaps Porzingis and Keanu Pinder 5:08 Card of the week- Panini Revolution 2024-25 Dyson Daniels Auto 9:54 Quick Hits- JaVale McGee joins Illawarra, Henshall returns to Perth, Bullets signings and the Kuminga saga in Golden State 20:20 FIBA Asia Cup- Preview, players to watch and our thoughts on the Aussie team 28:55 NBA- We went back to work and named our USA squads for the new format in the 2026 all-star game with USA taking on the world! 36:40 True/False- Jaylen Adams, Scottie Pippen Jnr, Sydney Kings, and Hills Hornets 42:50- Classic Packs! Topps 1994-95 51:18 Outro Please sit back and enjoy and spread the word about Throwback Hoops. Much love Rob and Woody V

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Our guest today is Michele Watts. Michele lost her sight through 2015-16 to a rare eye disease. Yet by 2017 she was an Australian champion blind golfer and in 2018 claimed an International World Blind Golf Championship title. She recently won the national blind golf championship for the second time and has qualified for Team Asutralia at the International Blind Golf Championships in Canada in August. Alongside her excellent achievements in blind golf lies an accomplished professional career and a strong history in volunteering. Today we’re going to learn more of what being a blind golfer means, and what we can do to support this brilliant community of golfers. Links related to this episode Blind Golf Australia (also directs to state associations): https://blindgolf.com.au/ Australian Sports Foundation donation page to support the Australian team at the IBGA International world Blind Golf Championships in Canada in August 2025: https://asf.org.au/campaigns/bga2025worldchamps/2025-blind-golf-world-champs International Blind Golf Association: International Blind Golf Association World of Blind Golf Home Page Introduction to IBGA For information on Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON): Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) | CERA For information on ISPS Handa and Dr Haruhisa Handa: Home | ISPS Handa Michele’s charity – The Centre for Eye Research Australia: The Centre for Eye Research Australia (CERA) Radio 2RPH: 2RPH - Radio Reading Service - Sydney, Illawarra & Newcastle Guide Dogs Australia: Guide Dogs Australia Vision Australia: Vision Australia | Vision Australia. Blindness and low vision servicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olgun has some news Hawks fans will be excited to hear. Along with Jack and Pete, trio look at where the Hawks roster is currently at and how much better it could potentially be in NBL26.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super bantamweight top contender Sam Goodman came through the pod for a great conversation.Sam & I grew up in the Illawarra. His rise to the top of the world rankings see's him sitting pretty at 19-0. On the eve of his fight with 2 time undisputed world champion Naoya Inoue, Sam suffered a cut above the eye in final sparring. The bout was rescheduled & once again, his eye was split 10 days out. Sam opened up about the disappointment surrounding both cuts & how the fight cancellation has impacted him.We discuss:- The world of top flight boxing- Sam breaks down a week in training- The fight he wants next- His favourite fighter to watch- His early beginnings in the sport- Life outside of the ring- His opinion on Dana White & Turki Alalshikh's TKO Promotions& much much more.Follow Sam & I on socials @bradleyjdryburgh @samgoodman9If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the channel so that I can continue to interview the best guests from around the world & share the most entertaining & insightful conversations with you.Big love,Brad xx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our hosts this week dive deeper into the DCE "Smear Campaign" claims and ultimately find Smear Campaigns are everywhere, an inescapable part of every club. Or are they? They also look into the extreme abundance of NRL Media shows all clamouring for attention, and Stephen vents yet again about his usual bugbears regarding St. George and the Illawarra.... Plus, as always, much much more....thanks for tuning in and if you get a minute please leave us a review or comment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games will be major events for Queensland's capital but they will also be a boon for regional areas of the state. 

What a series. What a team. The Illawarra Hawks are NBL champions for 2025. Kane and Olgun breakdown game five from the key numbers to key players and missed opportunities. Of course, the MVP debate is had, who should have been MVP, is the system wrong and Kane gives his 3-2-1 in a modified format. Is this the end of an era for Melbourne United? How did Illawarra win despite star players not at their best or injured? What was the immediate fallout on the ground. So much to discuss at the completion of an amazing season on NBL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this weeks episode, Pro struggles with the Zoom, but his Team of the Week is the Pacers, while Bogues picks the surging Rockets. The Knicks and Cavs are struggling. Kyrie's livestream rant, Celtics sell for $6.1B, and Joe Ingles gets a special start. NBA All-Star 1v1? Beasley vs. Stephenson for $100K. Giddey & Dyson win Aussie of the Week. Plus, NBL Finals wrap-up—Illawarra are champions, Delly hands MVP to Davo, and NZ Breakers sold. Is a hostile NBL takeover brewing? Fact or Fake News: Is Dyson Daniels the NBA's most improved player? 00:00:42 Intro 00:02:00 Team of the Week 00:08:51 Week team of the Week 00:14:00 
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Wrapping up the weekend with 5 NBA Weekend Winners & Losers after Josh Giddey nearly made HISTORY against the Lakers, while we got an amazing scene from Minnesota with Joe Ingles and his family. Hey, also, the ILLAWARRA HAWKS won the #NBL25 title! Congrats!  All that and loads more in today's ‘Rough Monday post Pub Cricket' NBA Straya!  There's the NBA Straya Game Wraps, as well as the NBA Straya Daily Awards: That's Not A Knife, Old Mate No Mates, Spud of the Night, Better Than Lonzo Ball and more.... Plus the usual stuff: YEAH NAHs, the Unpopular Opinion of the Day and OUTBACK TAKEHOUSE...  There's also the Aussie NBA Player Watch… and an ANDREW GAZE GREY MAMBA AWARD.  Then we close out with a pick & preview for ALL the NBA games for Tuesday March 25.   Who will win (or at least cover)? Find out with NBA PICKS WITH NBA STRAYA, brought to you by Dabble! Hit the link below to see all the picks & follow along.   So… strap in, lean back & enjoy!  Cheers legends, and thanks for tuning in to the best NBA podcast in the world!! #Onyas...    

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Illawarra'a favourite son and biggest supporter reflects on a day he'll never forget. The day Illawarra went down in history as the NBL25 Champions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Illawarra Hawks are your NBL25 Champions. Felix, Pete and Lanard put a wrap on the Championship Series with special guests Dan Grida and Damon Lowery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a scrappy, low scoring affair in John Cain Arena and it was the Illawarra Hawks with an inspiring game 4 win at the end of it. A championship deciding game 5 is set for Sunday and Felix Von Hofe, Peter Hooley and Lanard Copeland break it all down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A CHAOTIC day in the #NBA today, with upsets, buzzer-beaters and INSANE performances… PLUS, we have a special guest! NBL Commentator Pete Hooley joins the show today to talk about the crazy #NBL finals series between Melbourne United and Illawarra!   All that and HEAPS more in today's CHOCKERS CHOOSDAY NBA Straya!  There's the NBA Straya Game Wraps, as well as the NBA Straya Daily Awards: That's Not A Knife, Old Mate No Mates, Spud of the Night, Better Than Lonzo Ball and more....  Then there's a chat with Hools about this insane #NBL25 Finals series, and what it's like being on the road with Ruck, Lowery & the rest of the NBL commentary team.  Plus, there's the Aussie NBA Player Watch…  Then we close out with a pick & preview for all four of the NBA games for Wednesday March 19! Brooklyn in Boston! Warriors hosting the Bucks! Should be good!   Who will win (or at least cover)? Find out with NBA PICKS WITH NBA STRAYA. So… strap in, lean back & enjoy!  Thanks to the ledge Pete Hooley for jumping on as well!  Cheers legends, and thanks for tuning in to the best NBA podcast in the world!! #Onyas...    

In a series of moments, Melbourne United continue to stand up in the fourth quarter. With a 2-1 lead in the series, Melbourne now face an opportunity to close out the series on their home floor in Game 4. Kane and Olgun discuss the tireless Matthew Dellavedova, big game Ian Clark and the mental resolve of Jack White. How have Dean Vickerman and Justin Tatum adjusted during the series? Where is the star level play of Trey Kell and Tyler Harvey? It's win or go home for the Hawks and the guys discuss the prospects of heading back to Illawarra for a Game 5 this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Derek Rucker & Brad Rosen debate the Championship series as we turn our attention to Game 4 tomorrow night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to the veteran poise of Matthew Dellavedova, Melbourne United go one up against Illawarra at the Gong. With the series set to return to Melbourne Felix Von Hofe, Peter Hooley and Lanard Copeland break down Game 3 and Look ahead to Game 4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illawarra have levelled the series in Game 2 thanks to the heroics of Tyler Harvey despite Ian Clark's best efforts. NBL Now breaks it all down with Felix Von Hofe, Peter Hooley and Lanard Copeland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne United came in and stole Game 1 of the Championship Series on the road against the Illawarra Hawks. How did it happen? NBL Now breaks it all down with Felix Von Hofe, Peter Hooley and Lanard Copeland.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hawks showed why they've been the Benchmark all season long, ending the Phoenix's fairytale run. Now they meet Melbourne United in the Championship Series. Felix Von Hofe, Pete Hooley and Lanard Copeland have the rundown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt Hurt and the South East Melbourne Phoenix bounce back and take care of business in Game 2. Hurt notched 30 points which was the best score by a Phoenix player in a Finals game. Felix Von Hofe, Pete Hooley and Lanard Copeland have the rundown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBL NOW | Everything NBL Pete Hooley, Lanard Copeland & Felix Van Hoff direct from Illawarra after the Hawks win game 1 against the Phoenix in the NBL25 Playoffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Starting 0 and 5 it was unlikely the Phoenix would make the post season but the arrival of Josh King and Owen Foxwell's breakout season changed that. Before Southeast Melbourne head to Illawarra to take on the Hawks Pete caught up with Owen to find out where it all started to come together and how he's continued to work to cement himself as a NBL rising star.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NBL Champion Angus Glover of the South East Melbourne Phoenix jumps on the show today to chat all things NBL, the upcoming semi-final series against Illawarra, NBA All-Star weekend and LOADS more… Plus… WEMBY IS DONE FOR THE SEASON!? What does this mean for San Antonio and .. hang on. Could Dyson Daniels win Defensive Player of the Year!?!? Also… a big WEEKEND PREVIEW!  There's the NBA Straya Game Wraps, as well as the NBA Straya Daily Awards: That's Not A Knife, Old Mate No Mates, Spud of the Night, Better Than Lonzo Ball and more....  Plus the usual stuff: YEAH NAHs, the Unpopular Opinion of the Day and OUTBACK TAKEHOUSE...  And an ANDREW GAZE GREY MAMBA AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN THE FIELD OF EXCELLENCE! Then an extended pick & preview for ALL the NBA games over the weekend. Knicks @ Cavs! Mavs vs Golden State! Boston hosting the Knicks! There's some rippers in there too.    Who will win (or at least cover)? Find out with NBA PICKS WITH NBA STRAYA. So… strap in, lean back & enjoy!  Cheers legends, and thanks for tuning in to the best NBA podcast in the world!! Onyas... 

After mustering enough courage, pastor Roger Lingal opened his Filipino restaurant in Illawarra in July 2023. - Binuksan ng pastor na si Roger Lingal ang kanyang Pinoy restaurant sa Illawarra noong July 2023.

All NBL First Team Trey Kell III chats with Pete about moving to Australia and his journey in the NBL overcoming injuries to finding his way to the Illawarra Hawks where he's had a career season in NBL25.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Hickey catches up with Pete to reflect on the Hawks' season so far, breaking into the team under Coach Justin Tatum and making a run for the NBL25 Championship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.