Podcasts about queenslanders

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss Queensland's origin win, Roy doesn't mind a backyard incinerator, comfortable jockey vests, sailor's language on the origin coverage, the blues don't need champs - they need a champion team, some Sea eagle fans hate Manly too, take the kids holiday pigg'in and they also have a finger on the line.

CO-host with Maroon and the Sauce this week is Rabbitoh Jai Arrow, on his 30th Birthday no less. The boys get an Origin perspective from a Queenslander. We chat with Aussie boxing royalty Danny Green ahead of the biggest grudge match of the decade SBW v Gallen it is finally happening. Sauce's salute of the week is THe Ken Stephen Medal for 2025 there are 17 contenders this year and one of them is Jai Arrow who loves helping his community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triple M Breakfast with Marto, Margaux and Dan left their Origin Hotline open one more time and it came back with some absolute specials. Here are the best voice mails from last night's Origin Decider! QUEENSLANDER!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On game day State-of Origin-3 (2025) the great Wally Lewis emperor of Lang Park recalls running out for the Maroons vs the Blues, game 1. (1980) The first historic encounter of state-vs-state Queensland-vs-New South WalesAlso we discuss his view on rugby league, past - present - future. 

Toowoomba’s future, big reveals & bold conversations

Six more - NRL round 18 wrap up - The big winners from the NRLW, Are the dogs gone? Does the Raiders look good to take out the minor premiership? Just how bad is the bunnies injury crisis? Big time win for Benji. We also look ahead to Round 19.All that and more is covered by ABC Sport's Patrick Stack and Andrew Moore.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the British Lions bash everyone, LIV Golf - watch it, vomit, party and go home, when's Cam going to get his own gameshow? Manly fans hate you too, BYD Tasmanian stadium, buying panther semen online, ground staff appreciation day.

In this episode, I'm joined by Lily Broodbank, Executive Manager of Disaster Management at Suncorp Insurance.Lily shares her fascinating career journey—from working across banking and insurance to now leading large-scale disaster response operations. With over a decade of experience, Lily is passionate about helping communities prepare for extreme weather events and supporting them through recovery when the worst happens.We chat about:What actually happens behind the scenes during disaster responseHow Suncorp supports customers and communities after major eventsThe powerful role of technology in preparation and recoverySuncorp's new Haven tool and how it helps Aussies get ready for storms, floods and natural hazards.Why disaster preparedness is something we should all take seriouslyLily's insight and experience are a reminder that while we can't stop natural disasters, we can be better prepared—and tech is helping lead the way.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Various road rules across Australia have changed from Tuesday, 1 July 2025. NSW has introduced harsher penalties for drivers using their mobile phones. In Victoria, the road rule requiring drivers to slow down to 40 km/h for emergency responders will now also include tow trucks, roadside assistance, and incident response workers. Meanwhile, Queenslanders will experience a 3.4 per cent increase in vehicle registration fees, as well as higher traffic fines. And nationally, AI-powered surveillance cameras capable of detecting mobile phone use will be rolled out, as governments crack down on distracted driving. To discuss how these newer rules may impact Nepali-speaking communities, SBS Nepali spoke to Udaya Adhikari (NSW), Jamuna Adhikari Rijal (Victoria), Chhabilal Lamichhane (SA), Ashesh Maharjan (Queensland), Pradip Dhungana (ACT), Dipesh Lamsal (WA), Sanjeev Hamal (Tasmania), and Bishnu Chapagain (NT). - नयाँ आर्थिक वर्षको सुरुवातसँगै मङ्गलवार, जुलाई १ देखि अस्ट्रेलियाका विभिन्न राज्य तथा प्रदेशहरूका सडक नियमहरूमा केही फेरबदल भएका छन्। जस्तो कि न्यु साउथ वेल्समा मोबाइल चलाउँदै गाडी कुदाउने चालकहरूले थप कडा दण्ड पाउने छन् भने भिक्टोरियामा आपत्कालीन अवस्थामा गाडी ढुवानी गर्ने ‘टो ट्रक' वा सडक छेउ बिग्रेका सवारी मर्मत गर्ने ‘रोडसाइड असिस्ट' सेवा भएका बखत चालकहरूले आफ्नो गाडीको गति ४० किलोमिटर प्रतिघण्टाभन्दा बढी नहुने गरी हाँक्नुपर्नेछ। यस्तै गरी क्वीन्सल्यान्डमा भने सवारी दर्ता शुल्क र जरिमाना दुवै बढेको सवारी धनी तथा सवार चालकहरूले अनुभव गर्नेछन्। यसै विषयमा ‘ड्राइभिङ इन्सट्रक्टर'का रूपममा काम गरिरहनुभएका उदय अधिकारी (न्यु साउथ वेल्स), जमुना अधिकारी रिजाल (भिक्टोरिया), छविलाल लामिछाने (साउथ अस्ट्रेलिया), अशेष महर्जन (क्वीन्सल्यान्ड), प्रदिप ढुङ्गाना (एसीसटी), दिपेश लम्साल (वेस्टर्न अस्ट्रेलिया), सञ्जीव हमाल (टास्मेनिया) र विष्णु चापागाईँ (नर्दन टेरिट्री)सँग एसबीएस नेपालीले गरेको कुराकानी सुन्नुहोस्।

Nicka Atkins has built an incredible online community through his daily surf reports, known for their honesty, humor, and heart. What started as a fun way to connect with local surfers soon became a trusted source of information for thousands on the Gold Coast.In this episode, Nicka takes us behind the scenes of his journey— from chasing news stories around the world in the film and media industry, to becoming one of the most relied-on voices during the recent Cyclone Alfred storm. When official channels were quiet, Nicka was on the ground sharing real-time updates that helped locals stay informed and safe.We chat about:How his surf report videos grew into a powerful online platformHis career working behind the camera in the global news and film spaceThe responsibility that comes with having an engaged online communityThe chaotic days during the Alfred storm and how social media filled an urgent communication gapThis is a great listen for anyone interested in the power of community, communication, and using your voice for good.Follow Nicka - www.instagram.com/nicka35This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Nicka Atkins has built an incredible online community through his daily surf reports, known for their honesty, humor, and heart. What started as a fun way to connect with local surfers soon became a trusted source of information for thousands on the Gold Coast.In this episode, Nicka takes us behind the scenes of his journey— from chasing news stories around the world in the film and media industry, to becoming one of the most relied-on voices during the recent Cyclone Alfred storm. When official channels were quiet, Nicka was on the ground sharing real-time updates that helped locals stay informed and safe.We chat about:How his surf report videos grew into a powerful online platformHis career working behind the camera in the global news and film spaceThe responsibility that comes with having an engaged online communityThe chaotic days during the Alfred storm and how social media filled an urgent communication gapThis is a great listen for anyone interested in the power of community, communication, and using your voice for good.Follow Nicka - www.instagram.com/nicka35This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Nicka Atkins has built an incredible online community through his daily surf reports, known for their honesty, humor, and heart. What started as a fun way to connect with local surfers soon became a trusted source of information for thousands on the Gold Coast.In this episode, Nicka takes us behind the scenes of his journey— from chasing news stories around the world in the film and media industry, to becoming one of the most relied-on voices during the recent Cyclone Alfred storm. When official channels were quiet, Nicka was on the ground sharing real-time updates that helped locals stay informed and safe.We chat about:How his surf report videos grew into a powerful online platformHis career working behind the camera in the global news and film spaceThe responsibility that comes with having an engaged online communityThe chaotic days during the Alfred storm and how social media filled an urgent communication gapThis is a great listen for anyone interested in the power of community, communication, and using your voice for good.Follow Nicka - www.instagram.com/nicka35This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

The Crisafulli Government will hand down its first budget today and although it's not a make or break there is a lot riding on it. This is a Government that promised to ease living pressures, they promised a better health services and more help for the housing industry. So what can you expect? Queensland Premier David Crisafulli told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, "The sad part for the opposition and I don't want to dwell on them today, but the sad part for them is that the scare campaign ends." "It ends at two o'clock and they'll be humiliated for what was a pretty disgraceful election campaign and the fact that they've continued it afterwards." "But look, I really want Queenslanders to know that the things we said we were going to do on the other side of the election, we want to honour and we will honour today," the Premier said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm joined by Andrew McCullough, a passionate disaster management expert and SES worker who has dedicated his life to helping communities prepare for and recover from emergencies.In this insightful conversation, Andrew shares practical steps we can all take to be more prepared for natural disasters—whether it's a flood, bushfire, or storm. He also talks about the incredible research he's done around the world as part of his Churchill Fellowship, exploring how other countries respond to and recover from major disasters.We dive into:The biggest risks facing Australian communities right nowWhat real preparedness looks like (hint: it's more than just a go-bag)Lessons from disaster-affected regions across the globeThe role of community, communication, and leadership in recoveryAndrew's knowledge is not only grounded in lived experience on the front lines, but backed by global research. This episode is full of actionable advice that could genuinely save lives.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

This week I'm joined by Andrew McCullough, a passionate disaster management expert and SES worker who has dedicated his life to helping communities prepare for and recover from emergencies.In this insightful conversation, Andrew shares practical steps we can all take to be more prepared for natural disasters—whether it's a flood, bushfire, or storm. He also talks about the incredible research he's done around the world as part of his Churchill Fellowship, exploring how other countries respond to and recover from major disasters.We dive into:The biggest risks facing Australian communities right nowWhat real preparedness looks like (hint: it's more than just a go-bag)Lessons from disaster-affected regions across the globeThe role of community, communication, and leadership in recoveryAndrew's knowledge is not only grounded in lived experience on the front lines, but backed by global research. This episode is full of actionable advice that could genuinely save lives.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

This week I'm joined by Andrew McCullough, a passionate disaster management expert and SES worker who has dedicated his life to helping communities prepare for and recover from emergencies.In this insightful conversation, Andrew shares practical steps we can all take to be more prepared for natural disasters—whether it's a flood, bushfire, or storm. He also talks about the incredible research he's done around the world as part of his Churchill Fellowship, exploring how other countries respond to and recover from major disasters.We dive into:The biggest risks facing Australian communities right nowWhat real preparedness looks like (hint: it's more than just a go-bag)Lessons from disaster-affected regions across the globeThe role of community, communication, and leadership in recoveryAndrew's knowledge is not only grounded in lived experience on the front lines, but backed by global research. This episode is full of actionable advice that could genuinely save lives.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Brent Read joins Ben 'Dobbo' Dobbin and Charlie White one day out from Origin to look ahead to Game 2. Gorden Tallis has labelled Ready a “part-time Queenslander”. Dobbo's adamant they'll run out with the current 1-17 - but will it be enough to take down the barnstorming NSW side? Manly's drama continues after a string of poor performances. Is this off the back of DCE leaving? What about Seibold? We give our thoughts on the matter. The Panthers are battling to get into the top eight, and it only gets harder with a Saturday game in Auckland - with a good chance five or six of their star players won't be there. Plus, your favourite segment Ready's Mail is back by popular demand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brent Read joins Ben 'Dobbo' Dobbin and Charlie White one day out from Origin to look ahead to Game 2. Gorden Tallis has labelled Ready a “part-time Queenslander”. Dobbo's adamant they'll run out with the current 1-17 - but will it be enough to take down the barnstorming NSW side? Manly's drama continues after a string of poor performances. Is this off the back of DCE leaving? What about Seibold? We give our thoughts on the matter. The Panthers are battling to get into the top eight, and it only gets harder with a Saturday game in Auckland - with a good chance five or six of their star players won't be there. Plus, your favourite segment Ready's Mail is back by popular demand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Bludging on the Blindside, Roy and HG discuss the strawberry moon effect on Cronulla, the Gould report is here, Spencer Leniu comes off the back fence, what happened to the magic sponge? To deal with pigs you need a rifle, AI refs, reputation crisis management, the Broncos bold new logo.

This episode is one of the most raw and powerful conversations I've had on the podcast.Alex Fowler is a high school teacher with a story that will stop you in your tracks. After the devastating Gold Coast Christmas storms in 2023, a tree fell on his home—marking the beginning of a 12-month period filled with challenges most of us couldn't imagine.From navigating temporary housing for a year, to experiencing the heartbreaking loss of a child due to medical complications, Alex opens up about his journey with honesty, strength, and vulnerability.This is a story about heartbreak, resilience, and the human spirit's ability to keep going—even when everything falls apart.If you're looking for a conversation that will move you deeply and leave you with a renewed sense of perspective, this one's a must-listen.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

This episode is one of the most raw and powerful conversations I've had on the podcast.Alex Fowler is a high school teacher with a story that will stop you in your tracks. After the devastating Gold Coast Christmas storms in 2023, a tree fell on his home—marking the beginning of a 12-month period filled with challenges most of us couldn't imagine.From navigating temporary housing for a year, to experiencing the heartbreaking loss of a child due to medical complications, Alex opens up about his journey with honesty, strength, and vulnerability.This is a story about heartbreak, resilience, and the human spirit's ability to keep going—even when everything falls apart.If you're looking for a conversation that will move you deeply and leave you with a renewed sense of perspective, this one's a must-listen.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

This episode is one of the most raw and powerful conversations I've had on the podcast.Alex Fowler is a high school teacher with a story that will stop you in your tracks. After the devastating Gold Coast Christmas storms in 2023, a tree fell on his home—marking the beginning of a 12-month period filled with challenges most of us couldn't imagine.From navigating temporary housing for a year, to experiencing the heartbreaking loss of a child due to medical complications, Alex opens up about his journey with honesty, strength, and vulnerability.This is a story about heartbreak, resilience, and the human spirit's ability to keep going—even when everything falls apart.If you're looking for a conversation that will move you deeply and leave you with a renewed sense of perspective, this one's a must-listen.This episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Micah Projects has revealed there has been an increase in requests for blankets by Queenslanders sleeping rough as the weather cools down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Tegan Farleigh for a real and honest chat about her journey so far.Tegan shares what it was like moving to Townsville in 2019, just before a major flood turned her world upside down. She takes us through the chaos of that experience, how it shaped her perspective, and the unexpected lessons that came from it.It's a beautifully vulnerable story of navigating change, finding resilience, and rebuilding with purpose.We also dive into what Tegan's up to now and how she's continuing to grow and make an impact.A heartfelt episode that reminds us of the strength we find in tough moments.Follow TeganINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThis episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

In this episode, I'm joined by Tegan Farleigh for a real and honest chat about her journey so far.Tegan shares what it was like moving to Townsville in 2019, just before a major flood turned her world upside down. She takes us through the chaos of that experience, how it shaped her perspective, and the unexpected lessons that came from it.It's a beautifully vulnerable story of navigating change, finding resilience, and rebuilding with purpose.We also dive into what Tegan's up to now and how she's continuing to grow and make an impact.A heartfelt episode that reminds us of the strength we find in tough moments.Follow TeganINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThis episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Byron Sharp is a distinctive assets maximalist, suggesting how brands look and are recognised and embedded into people’s minds is more important than focusing on what they do differently to rival brands. Mark Ritson argues brands need differentiation to stand out from rivals and pull customers in. News Australia says you need both to drive growth – and that custom-made media that delivers engagement beyond reach is a critical multiplier.News Australia has just wrapped up its nationwide agency engagement roadshow, Frontiers, diving deep with hundreds of agency execs across dozens of workshops to unpack how to cut through and deliver much sharper results amid a comms sea of sameness. The key is moving beyond old-school approaches of tonnage-based reach and the legacy constructs of ‘paid, owned and earned’ media. Case studies for CommBank, NRMA Insurance, Subway and Toblerone strongly suggest the approach is working: Subway notched 3 per cent sales gains; NRMA Insurance and News Australia’s positive influence helped secure $7.2bn in government funding to fix Queensland’s Bruce Highway. Unsurprisingly, more Queenslanders now like NRMA Insurance than before.Now News Australia wants to work with agencies and brands to build better campaigns and more case studies. But that requires a shift in approach to planning and content creation. It’s harder work, says GM of Client Growth & Experience, Renee Sycamore, but powerful results prove “the effort definitely pays off”. The key to achieving “distinctively different” campaigns says Head of Growth Intelligence, Leigh Lavery, is to focus on three critical elements: Making content magnetic (i.e. it gets attention); momentous (i.e. contextually relevant, capturing the zeitgeist) and meaningful (i.e. saying and doing something that adds value to customers). But going against conventional wisdom on mass reach may also be required. As National Head of Digital Strategy and Streaming Dianna Molinaro puts it: “Everyone’s got reach … but what our agency partners and marketers really care about is the impact.” Likewise, everyone has data: “It’s about what we do with it.” Now News Australia is powering custom-made media with behavioural audience signals across the network to connect intent and content. Molinaro says data-driven relevance is where the growth gold lies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm joined by Tegan Farleigh for a real and honest chat about her journey so far.Tegan shares what it was like moving to Townsville in 2019, just before a major flood turned her world upside down. She takes us through the chaos of that experience, how it shaped her perspective, and the unexpected lessons that came from it.It's a beautifully vulnerable story of navigating change, finding resilience, and rebuilding with purpose.We also dive into what Tegan's up to now and how she's continuing to grow and make an impact.A heartfelt episode that reminds us of the strength we find in tough moments.Follow TeganINSTAGRAMTIK TOKThis episode is sponsored by Suncorp Haven — a free tool helping Queenslanders understand their home's weather risks. Check out the link below for more informationSUNCORP HAVEN TOOL

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is leading the charge on making Queensland Day a bigger and more widespread celebration and he joined Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast to see who is more true maroon Queenslander. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Science commentator Allan Blackman looks at how sitting for hours can affect your brain - even if you're doing regular exercise. A major new study has tracked 80,000 Queenslanders, looking at how their path to crime was shaped early and differently, for men and women. Allan Blackman is a Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Auckland University of Technology.

There’s a new Covid subvariant spreading fast across Australia. It’s called NB1.8.1 and it’s already causing a spike in infections and hospitalisations in Western Australia. Mater Director of Infectious Diseases Dr Paul Griffin joined Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast to discuss the new variant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queenslanders are hard workers and Ros Peters is no different. Mrs Peters has just retired at the age of 87 after working at Target Chermside for 40 years. Before her Target days, Ros was also one of the first female police officers in Queensland. Ros Peters told Peter Fegan on 4BC Breakfast, "I was in the first batch and there was 97 men and just three women." "We had to do the exact same training as the men, we didn't get away with anything." "I enjoyed every moment of it," Mrs Peters said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We kick things off with some wild hotel horror stories — from drunken check-ins to crumbed sausage revenge (you had to be there). In the Glossy’s, Victoria Beckham let Harper give David a full glam makeover, Selena’s marble table caused a sniffy stir, Nicki Minaj had no time for closet speculation, and RAYE celebrated a billion streams with a mouthful of Weet-Bix straight from her Spotify plaque. We dive deep into the controversial Enhanced Games — think Olympics on steroids (literally) — and debate whether it’s genius or just bonkers. And with State of Origin Game 1 kicking off tonight at Suncorp, we revisit old footage of Margot Robbie repping the Maroons like a true Queenslander.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woodsy gives to any Queenslander callers that show up today, we are looking for someone with a jacuzzi for Beau Mows this week & coach of the Blues Laurie Daley calls in ahead of tonights game. Join Triple M Breakfast weekday mornings from 6am, grab the podcast everyday on LiSTNR or where ever you get your podcasts or watch the funniest bits of the show on Instagram via @triplembreakfast #TripleMBreakfastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday Headlines: Coalition front bench revealed, head of UNRWA calls US-backed aid model a 'distraction from atrocities', 21 charges authorised against Andrew Tate and his brother, More Australians turning to green homes, and Queenslanders are licking their wounds this morning after Origin thumping. Deep Dive: From shoes and prosthetics to firearms and even human organs - 3D printing has come a long way. Now, the technology is being used to build homes. Australia’s first 3D printed social housing has just been completed in NSW - using 70 tonnes of concrete and delivered in less than half the time of a traditional build. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with Contour 3D CEO Nick Holden, one of the minds behind the project as well as UNSW Professor Hank Haeusler to unpack how safe these homes really are and whether we can expect to see more of them being built across the country. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2:35 - The trainee Gyno walks in and he is soo hot!

Kevin Walters, Jason Demetriou, and Ben Dobbin have their coaches hats on and are back to look at the latest from the NRL. What was Reece Walsh thinking with his social media 'punching' video? JD talks sense into the situation. Kevvie the Queenslander is fired up for State of Origin — but is the NSW vs QLD rivalry cooling down? JD also sings the praises of Latrell and his media ban. Lachie Galvin looks set to leave the Wests Tigers in the immediate future, and the Perth Bears are sniffing around young guns — leading Whyte, Halasima, and Laban to land big, long-term deals from their respective clubs! Plus, we have your tips for the upcoming round of NRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Walters, Jason Demetriou, and Ben Dobbin have their coaches hats on and are back to look at the latest from the NRL. What was Reece Walsh thinking with his social media 'punching' video? JD talks sense into the situation. Kevvie the Queenslander is fired up for State of Origin — but is the NSW vs QLD rivalry cooling down? JD also sings the praises of Latrell and his media ban. Lachie Galvin looks set to leave the Wests Tigers in the immediate future, and the Perth Bears are sniffing around young guns — leading Whyte, Halasima, and Laban to land big, long-term deals from their respective clubs! Plus, we have your tips for the upcoming round of NRL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Marlow's love affair with thoroughbreds can be traced to the days when he had photos of the champion mare Makybe Diva  prominently displayed on his bedroom walls. Around this time his parents were managing the Merlo Downs Stud at Minden about 63 kms west of Brisbane. Luke's life changed forever a couple of years later when Jeff Marlow took out a trainer's licence and quickly enlisted his son as principal trackwork rider.  By the time the teenager had ridden a few fast gallops and provided a guest call of a race at Yepoon in 2008, the die was cast. Just three years later the young Queenslander won the fourth edition of a Sky Racing Scholarship and was off and running in the career he'd dreamed about.  Now approaching his 32nd birthday, Luke Marlow is recognised as one of the most versatile performers in the Australian racing media. He joins us on the podcast to reflect on a whirlwind fourteen years since arriving in Sydney. He begins by confirming a very important recent development in his personal life.  Luke talks about the never-ending variety in his working life. He lives by the roster. He talks of the changing face of country racing in NSW where undreamed of prize money levels regularly attract the patronage of major Sydney stables. Official barrier trials are almost as frequent as TAB race meetings. Luke is frequently called upon to describe the trials for Sky Thoroughbred Central. He talks of his hosting role on the popular Saturday morning radio programme Racing HQ.  Luke's talks of the change in his situation when Sky's Number 2 caller Mitch Manners accepted a full time role with the Gold Coast Turf Club in 2023. He immediately became understudy to the station's chief caller Darren Flindell. In this capacity he's had the opportunity to call five editions of the Provincial Championship Final. The easy going Queenslander talks of early life in his home state with special mention of happy days at the Merlo Downs Thoroughbred Stud. He recalls his introduction to the task of riding trackwork for his father Jeff. Luke recounts the entertaining story of the day he was invited to call a race on the public address system at a Yepoon meeting in 2008. The winner was trained by his dad and owned by his grandmother. He still regards the occasion as one of the greatest thrills of his life. He pays tribute to Tony McMahon, the man who gave him the opportunity to call the race that helped shape his destiny. Luke takes us back to 2011 when he “made the cut” for the fourth Sky Young Race Caller's Scholarship. He looks back on a week of auditions culminating in a nerve wracking race call at Wyong.  He was in disbelief when the judges voted in his favour. Seven years after settling into his new job, Marlow was stunned to receive a phone call from the Singapore Turf Club who'd been left short of a race caller when Tom Wood relocated to Hong Kong. Luke agonised over the decision he had to make. He looks back on an exciting two years in the famous city-state with special emphasis on his meeting with the lovely Kiwi jockey now destined to become his wife. Luke talks about the ravages of Covid 19 and the soul destroying lockdown endured by all Singaporians. He and Alysha made the decision to return to Sydney.  He pays tribute to Alysha's work ethic and acknowledges her emergence as one of Sydney's most in demand jockeys. Luke explains how he manages to control his emotions when calling races in which his fiancee is competing. He talks about the legendary NZ racing family from which Alysha descends. It's a laid back chat with a young Queenslander whose career  path was never in doubt. All he needed was an ounce of luck to make the dream come true.

On a bigly losing weekend for Queenslanders in Rugby League and Politics, one of our hosts went to Magic Round, and the other didn't....we get a full analysis from both sides of the border, discussing the Heroes and Villains of the weekend, with a song from Denis Carnahan. That sounds like a good thing to listen to.....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like being a black woman in Australia? Ugandan-born Queenslander and standup comedian Anisa Nandaula speaks to Saturday Morning.

Listen to the top News of 05/04/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Queenslanders displaced by catastrophic flooding are sitting tight as they wait to return to their homes, but it is already clear that the road to recovery will be long and difficult.

Queenslanders are breathing a sigh of relief as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to a Tropical Low but the threat is far from over. 

Queenslanders are breathing a sigh of relief as Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to a Tropical Low but the threat is far from over. 

It's time to address the elephant in the room - and no, it's not the recent influx of Queenslanders onto the pod. Nick W and Natho face off this week in fantasy, and they come together with Andy to talk smack and discuss the latest from Super Rugby Pacific and Super Rugby Women's. WARNING: a few naughty words.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major warning for Queenslanders as Cyclone Alfred intensifies, speculation over upcoming federal election date, interest rate cut spin falls flat. Plus, gang war erupts over illegal tobacco trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anxious times for Queenslanders as they scramble to get essential supplies ahead of the arrival of Cyclone Alfred.

Anxious times for Queenslanders as they scramble to get essential supplies ahead of the arrival of Cyclone Alfred.