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The Home Run with Lee DixonLunar eclipse public viewingDr Martin George from the planetarium at The Hive in Ulverstone is set to show the public Tuesday night's total lunar eclipse at Legion Park.2022-11-0106 min
Breakfast with Darren KerwinTT lines stop livestock transport. Martin AgatynMartin Agatyn has details on TT Lines stopping livestock transport.2022-11-0104 min
Saturday SportTasmanian Masters Games a successLast week's Tasmanian Masters Games is being heralded as a great success with more than 500 participants in 15 sports across the North-West Coast.
Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin . . .2022-10-2908 minSaturday SportTasmanian Masters Games finally here, starting on WednesdayThe Tasmanian Masters Games, to be held on the North-West Coast, start with competitor check-ins from Wednesday, ahead of the start of competition in some sports on Thursday, running through until Sunday, with the majority of competition over the weekend.
Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin for a last-minute update . . .2022-10-1509 minSaturday SportTasmanian Masters Games registrations closing very soonRegistrations for the Tasmanian Masters Games, to be held on the North-West Coast later this month, will close on Monday (October 3).
Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin . . .2022-10-0108 minSaturday SportMedals and registrations arriving for Tasmanian Masters GamesEntries for next month's Tasmanian Masters Games close at the end of the month.
Registrations are rolling in and the medals have arrived.
Martin Agatyn got an update from games president Steve Martin . . .2022-09-0307 minSaturday SportRegistrations now open for Tasmanian Masters GamesRegistrations for competitors and volunteers have opened for the Tasmanian Masters Games, which will be held on the North-West Coast in October.
Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin . . .2022-07-3007 minSaturday SportJunior tennis camps in DevonportThe Devonport Tennis Club will be running it's popular school holiday tennis camps later this month.
Martin Agatyn spoke to head coach Phillipa Martin . . .2022-07-0205 minSaturday SportState Government grant kick starts Tasmanian Masters GamesThe Tasmanian Masters Games was officially launched last weekend by Premier Jeremy Rockliff, who also announced $20,000 in funding to help with running costs.
Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin . . .2022-06-1805 min
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Martin Agatyn spoke to games president Steve Martin . . .2022-04-1606 minSaturday SportSporting groups keen for Tas Masters GamesA total of 19 sports have expressed an interest in staging tournaments as part of the proposed Tasmanian Masters Games in October and there's nine more also considering it.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Tasmanian Masters Games president Steve Martin . . .2022-02-1208 minSaturday SportFull steam ahead for 2022 Tasmanian Masters GamesPlanning is well underway for the Tasmanian Masters Games in October.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Tasmanian Masters Games Inc. president Steve Martin . . .2022-01-2908 minSaturday SportJunior tennis camps at Devonport, Port Sorell and BurnieA series of junior tennis camps will be held at Devonport, Port Sorell and Burnie in coming weeks during the school holidays.
Martin Agatyn spoke to coach Phillipa (Pip) Martin . . .2021-12-1805 minSaturday SportTasmanian Masters Games proposedA Tasmanian version of the Australian Masters Games could attract several thousand competitors to the North-West Coast.
Martin Agatyn spoke to organiser Steve Martin . . .2021-10-0907 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonToast 4 Kids Charity GalaChairperson of Toast 4 Kids Charity, Steve Martin, stopped by The Home Run to talk about their plans to help fund a Tasmanian written and illustrated book for young children.2021-08-1907 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonWinter appeal to help our for legged best friendsThe Dogs Homes of Tasmania, which has four shelters across the state, including in Burnie and Devonport, is in urgent need of funds to upgrade conditions at all centres.Martin Agatyn spoke to Dogs Home of Tasmania Winter Appeal project officer Melissa Fraser, who revealed how you can help the appeal and possibly win some great prizes . . .2021-06-1806 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonDay centre provides respite for people caring for those living with dementiaThe Munnew Day Centre in Devonport provides respite of up to six hours for carers of people living with dementia, with a wide range of activities to stimulate the memory and senses.The centre is part of the Meercroft Aged Care Facility and Martin Agatyn spoke to centre manager Tammy Bromfield . . .2021-06-1807 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThis week is National Blood Donor WeekSeveral Coastal landmarks have been floodlit in red this week to mark National Blood Donors Week.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Tasmanian regional partnerships manager, Ann Harvey . . .2021-06-1707 minThe Home Run with Lee Dixon2021 Burnie Eisteddfod off and runningAfter being cancelled last year to the pandemic, the Burnie Eisteddfod is back on stage with hundreds of performers of all ages competing.
The eisteddfod started on Tuesday and continues until mid-July.
Martin Agatyn spoke to eisteddfod president Jan Tolland . . .2021-06-1705 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonExcitement building as Ulverstone's new cultural precinct (The Hive) nearing completionVolunteers are being recruited for the Central Coast's new cultural precinct -The Hive - at Ulverstone, which will include a state-of-the-art planetarium.
Martin Agatyn spoke to The Hive's principal astronomer, planetarium and science engagement co-ordinator Martin George . . .2021-06-1607 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCelebrate the Winter Solstice at SheffieldSheffield will be celebrating the upcoming winter solstice (a few days early) in style, on Saturday, with the Sheffield Mid-Winter Solstice Celebration at the Steamfest site.
The event, and other this week, are being organised by Sheffield Inc. and the Sheffield Steam and Heritage Society.
Martin Agatyn spoke to society secretary Jill Ridgway . . .2021-06-1604 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonUlverstone murder investigation continuingDevonport CIB is continuing its investigation into an alleged murder at Ulverstone around 3.00 a.m. today.
Police have arrested a male suspect, but are asking for public assistance from anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity around that time in Main St, Ulverstone.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Det. Insp. Kim Steven . . .
2021-06-1502 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonSolstice cruise for Julie Burgess and skipper Graham Kent, now an OAM recipientJulie Burgess skipper Graham Kent was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours List on Monday, along with a number of other Coasters.
The Julie Burgess will also be taking a special evening cruise next Monday to observe the winter solstice.
Martin Agatyn spoke to the newly awarded skipper . . .2021-06-1509 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThis week is Men's Health WeekA number of events are being held on the North-West Coast this week as part of Men's Health Week.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Men Care Too and Allied Mates Network founder Greg Smith . . .2021-06-1508 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonStartin' Something - Wolfe Brothers new singleTasmania's own Wolfe Brothers have released a new single on which they collaborated with top US country duo LOCASH.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Tom Wolfe about the new single, "Startin' Something", how it came about, the collaboration, and his life as a new father . . .2021-06-0405 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCOVID-19 vaccinations available for 16-49 year-olds at SmithtonThe Tasmanian Department of Public Health will conduct free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations for people aged from 16-49 in the Circular Head area this weekend.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Department of Health deputy secretary and vaccination rollout commander Dale Webster . . .2021-06-0307 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonDevonport car charger an Australian firstA new Tesla V3 Supercharges for electric cars, launched in Devonport today, is the first of its kind in Australia.
The charging station is situated in the Spirit of Tasmania carpark and Martin Agatyn spoke to Helen Smith, who drove her electric Tesla up from Hobart for the launch . . .2021-06-0305 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonTasmanian businesses urged to adopt Check In TAS QR code systemDespite the adoption of the Check In App QR Code system by Tasmanian businesses becoming mandatory from May 1, more than 6000 Tasmanian businesses still don't have the system in place.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Tasmanian Chamber of Commerce and Industry CEO Michael Bailey . . .2021-06-0205 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonOpen day to show off Oldina Community ParkLive Well Tasmania will hold an open day at the Oldina Community Park on Saturday, at which a walking track which was funded in part by a grant from the Tasmanian Mental Health Council, will be opened.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Live Well Tasmania co-ordinator, Robin Krabbe . . .2021-06-0205 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThis week is Crimestoppers WeekThis year's Tasmanian Crimestoppers Week is concentrating on stopping people who import drugs to Tasmania and deal them.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Crimestoppers Tasmania chair David Daniels and Det. Insp. Kim Steven from Tasmania Police at the launch of Crimestoppers Week earlier today . . .2021-06-0106 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonMilk on tap for cafes and coffee shops to eliminate plastic milk bottlesA Tasmanian-designed milk delivery system, which provides milk on tap, looks likely to eliminate the use of up to 10,000 plastic bottles per year for cafes or coffee shops.
The Udder Way system has been developed by Ed Crick, in conjunction with Ashgrove Cheese and Dairy.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Ashgrove CEO, Richard Bennett . . .2021-05-3105 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonDevonport Jazz programme to be one of the best yetThe programme for next month's Devonport Jazz was released today and promises to be one of the best to date,with the event celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Martin Agatyn spoke to event producer Maree Brodzinski . . .2021-05-3106 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonNWFL weekend footy wrapMartin Agatyn and Kim Miles look back on the weekend's round of Aussie NWFL football . . .2021-05-3106 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonUltra-marathon runner to tackle 414 km overland trekTasmanian ultra-marathon runner John Cannell will tackle a tortuous cross-country trek starting at Penguin on Monday and running to Cradle Mountain, across the Overland Track to Lake St Clair, and return.
Martin Agatyn spoke to John, who is hoping to achieve the feat in 4-5 days with very little sleep . . .2021-05-2809 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonGala yellow-themed event to aid the Cancer CouncilProceeds from next month's Unite in Yellow Gala in Devonport will aid the Cancer Council Tasmania.
Numbers are limited and tickets are selling fast.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Cancer Council Tasmania North-West fundraising co-ordinator Sarah Hirst . . .2021-05-2705 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonMental health report highlights loneliness in aged communityA report released by the Mental Health Council of Tasmania, has highlighted loneliness in the aged, particularly during the pandemic.
Martin Agatyn spoke to the council's CEO Connie Digolis, and also heard about a programme involving Latrobe High School students and the elderly in their community, learning how to use new communication technology . . .2021-05-2707 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonBook of the Week, May 27 - The Coldest Case, by Martin WalkerThis week's Book of the Week, as selected and reviewed by Tim Gott from the Devonport Bookshop, is The Coldest Case, the latest crime novel from English author Martin Walker . . .2021-05-2706 minThe Home Run with Lee Dixon"On Country" tour to foster better understandingThe Circular Head Aboriginal Corporation (CHAC) is conducting tours of significant indigenous sites in the region, with a group of students from UTAS to explore and learn tomorrow, appropriately during National Reconciliation Week.
Martin Agatyn spoke to CHAC chair Dianne Baldock . . .2021-05-2606 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCradle Coast Authority CEO to step downCradle Coast Authority CEO Darryl Connelly has indicated he plans to step down in the near future.
However, his expertise won't be lost to the region, as he will take up a position with the Central Coast Council.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Cradle Coast Authority, Peter (Sid) Sidebottom, who said the authority was in much better shape thanks to Daryl's contribution . . . 2021-05-2606 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonFirearms amnesty for West and North-West Coasts this weekend.Members of the public will be able to surrender unregistered firearms to police at Sheffield, Ulverstone, Smithton and Queenstown on Saturday as part of a firearms amnesty.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Senior Sergeant Tony Stewart from Tasmania Police . . .2021-05-2506 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonBlokes Lunch to mix music with and life storiesA free event for men will be held in Devonport next month.
The Blokes Lunch will include free pizza and entertainment from Mark Lizotte (Diesel) and Colin Lillie (The Voice Australia, 2018) entertaining and talking about their life experiences.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Clyde Eastaugh from the Rotary Club of Devonport South East . . .2021-05-2407 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonWhen I Wake Up, I Smile - every child should be able to say thatThe Tasmanian Commissioner for Children and Young People has today launched a book aimed at children and adults alike with the message every child deserves to feel safe.
Martin Agatyn spoke to commissioner Leanne McLean about the book, titled "When I Wake Up, I Smile," . . .2021-05-2407 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAussie NWFL Coastal footy wrap-up, May 24Martin Agatyn and Kim Miles look back on the weekend's seventh round of North West Football League (NWFL) matches . . .2021-05-2405 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonUlverstone naval memorial to be established to mark 1969 tragedyA special memorial to remember the 74 navy personnel killed in 1969 when Australian aircraft carrier HMAS Melbourne collided with American destroyer USS Frank E Evans, will be unveiled on June 3 at Shropshire Park in Ulverstone on June 3.
Martin Agatyn spoke to former HMAS Melbourne crew member Garry Smith . . .2021-05-2108 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonPrime Minister Scott Morrison was on the Coast todayPrime Minister Scott Morrison was on the North-West Coast today.
Martin Agatyn caught up with the PM and local Federal Member Gavin Pearce and spoke about a variety of issues . . .2021-05-2109 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonRSL launches employment and well-being programme for veteransEvery year around 5500 men and women leave the defence forces for various reasons, but many struggle to transition into civilian life and employment.
The RSL has launched a programme aimed at helping veterans with employment and well-being.
Martin Agatyn spoke to RSL Tasmania state president Robert Dick . . .2021-05-2007 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonGraphic "voice-box" campaign to help smokers quitQuit Tasmania has launched its latest stop smoking campaign, which shows graphic images of surgery to remove a voice box from a smoker and a warning from a surgeon about the consequences of a voice box operation.
Listen to the advertisement and then hear Martin Agatyn as he spoke to Quit Tasmania director Abby Smith . . .2021-05-2006 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonVote 1 - Stanley for Top Tourist TownStanley has been nominated for the Tassie's Top Tourist Town award, after finishing second last year and winning the people's choice award.
Stanley is the only North-West Coast town on the list of 10 nominations this year and voting for the people's choice award is via the RACT website at www.ract.org.au
Martin Agatyn spoke to Circular Head Tourism Association president Clint Walker . . .2021-05-1909 minThe Home Run with Lee Dixon800 Coastal blood donations lead to urgent need for bloodAbout 800 appointments to donate blood were cancelled at either the Burnie or Devonport donor centres for Red Cross Lifeblood last month, which has left supplies short and new or returning donors are urgently needed.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Red Cross Lifeblood regional partnerships manager for Tasmania, Ann Harvey . . .2021-05-1906 min
The Home Run with Lee DixonWear orange tomorrow as a thank you to the SESTomorrow is Wear Orange Day to recognise the efforts of volunteers with the State Emergency Service (SES).
People are being encouraged to wear orange and a number of prominent Coastal buildings will also be lit at night with orange floodlighting.
Martin Agatyn spoke to SES Tasmania director Andrew Lea . . .2021-05-1805 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThis week is National Road Safety WeekNational Road Safety Week started yesterday and runs through to next Sunday.
This year's theme is "Drive So Others Survive."
Martin Agatyn spoke to the manager of road safety for the Department of State Growth, Craig Hoey . . .2021-05-1707 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAussie NWFL Coastal footy wrap-upMartin Agatyn and Kim Miles looked back on the weekend's NWFL representative game against the Southern Football League (SFL) . . .2021-05-1706 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonRACT calls for speed limits at roadside breakdownsSince 2019 it has been an offence to drive more than 40 km/hr past emergency service vehicles on the side of the road or highway.
However, the law doesn't extend to tow truck operators and roadside breakdown service employees who still have to face the dangers of traffic passing by at highway speeds.
The RACT has evidence of multiple near-misses involving it's roadside assist staff and wants the law broadened to cover them and others.
Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT chief mobility officer Geoff Eyers . . .2021-05-1407 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonSolar powered vineyard and farm proposal for Turners BeachCoastal developer John Briggs has proposed a vineyard and vegetable farm at Turners Beach, which will be run entirely by solar power with grapes, vegetablers and fruit grown as organically as possible.
Martin Agatyn spoke to John Briggs, who also owns a restaurant in Devonport, which sowed the seeds for his desire to develop an organic vineyard and farm . . .2021-05-1407 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonFormer star footballer tells his story of addiction to gambling and prescription drugs and mental health battlesFormer Collingwood premiership player Dayne Beams is visiting the North-West Coast to talk about his battles with mental health, gambling and prescription drug addiction, as well as his new life as an artist.
Dayne is also conducting art workshops to demonstrate his unique resin art-form.
He dropped by the studio today, where he caught up with Martin Agatyn . . .2021-05-1311 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonLeith residents still waiting for answers on overpass proposalAngry Leith residents are still waiting on answers from the Government and Department of State Growth about the proposed overpass on the Bass Highway and the impact it will have on locals and visitors alike.
Martin Agatyn spoke to concerned resident Tony Downey . . .2021-05-1308 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonShorts Day to create awareness of mental health issuesThe inaugural Shorts Day will be held on June 21 as a fundraiser for Speak Up Stay Chatty.
However, it's also hoped wearing shorts on the shortest day of the year will prompt people to ask why, thus initiating a discussion about mental health.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Speak Up Stay Chatty founder Mitch McPherson . . .
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2021-05-1205 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonRaise a cuppa for the Cancer CouncilThis year's Australia's Biggest Morning Tea campaign was launched today.
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is a major fundraiser for the Cancer Council, and Martin Agatyn spoke to Cancer Council Tasmania CEO Penny Egan . . .2021-05-1207 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonRACT calls for clarity in planned Bass Highway upgradesThe Federal Government will tonight announce funding of $80 million as part of a $100 million upgrade for the Bass Highway.
However, how much would be spent, on what, where, and when, doesn't appear to be outlined.
Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT chief advocacy officer Garry Bailey, who said Tasmanian motorists and North West Coast residents need clarity on the plans . . .
2021-05-1106 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonUlverstone Neighbourhood House gets a $265,000 makeoverThe Ulverstone Neighbourhood House has received a major $265,000 refurbishment, funded in part from the Tasmanian Community Fund.
Martin Agatyn spoke to house manager Simon Douglas . . .2021-05-1105 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonNWFL Coastal footy weekend wrap-upMartin Agatyn and Kim Miles look back on last weekend's round six of Aussie NWFL Coastal football . . .2021-05-1005 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonBurnie arts community up in arms over proposed changesThe vibrant Burnie arts community is not happy with cost saving measures announced last week by the Burnie City Council, which includes closure of the museum and temporary closure of the art gallery.
A meeting on Saturday called for the council to halt the process and come up with an alternative.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Burnie Arts Council vice-president Lyndal Thorne . . .2021-05-1008 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonQANTAS to reintroduce Burnie to Melbourne serviceQANTAS has today announced it will resume a Burnie to Melbourne service next month for the first time in 15 years.
Martin Agatyn spoke to West by North West Tourism CEO Tom Wootton . . .2021-05-0705 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonWazza's Walk Around Australia nearing the end of its Tassie legWarren "Wazza" Wright has been walking around Tasmania since earlier this year as part of his three-year 40,000 km trek around Australia to raise funds and awareness for Beyond Blue.
Wazza is back on the Coast before heading back to the mainland next week and he spoke to Martin Agatyn . . .2021-05-0606 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonUnique indigenous art exhibition sure to surpriseAn exhibition of indigenous art at the Devonport Regional Gallery is not what you'd expect from your everyday art exhibition.
The exhibition is interactive and immersive, as gallery director Geoff Dobson explained when he spoke to Martin Agatyn . . .2021-05-0607 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonActivity programmes to help overcome mental health issuesTasRec is offering a series of recreational programmes on the Coast to help people with mental health issues.
The programmes include walks, exercise, sport and cooking.
Martin Agatyn spoke to TasRec leader Nadia Cole . . .2021-05-0608 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonDay One of Agfest 2021 exceeds expectationsToday was the first day of Agfest 2021 and it was a huge success.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Agfest chairman Ethan Williams . . .2021-05-0503 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonHigh profile indigenous activist to speak in DevonportWell-known indigenous right activist Marcia Langton will be the keynote speaker at a breakfast in Devonport later this month as well as a free lunchtime event at the Paranaple Centre.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Reconciliation Tasmania chief executive Mark Redmond . . .2021-05-0508 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAgfest 2021 back in the paddock tomorrowAgfest 2021 starts tomorrow and runs over the next four days, with around 40,000 people expected to attend.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Agfest media manager Dylan Bellchambers to get an update on final preparations ahead of tomorrow's opening day . . .2021-05-0404 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonEczema Awareness Week is this weekThis week is national Eczema Awareness Week.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Melody Livingstone, who is CEO of Moo Goo, an Australian company which makes skin care range for people with sensitive skin, eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis . . .2021-05-0404 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCelebrity chef defends Tasmanian aquaculture practicesCoastal celebrity chef Ben Milbourne has spoken out in support of Tasmanian aquaculture practices amid recent criticism of the industry.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Ben, who was full of praise for the way our salmon and other seafood was farmed and produced . . .2021-05-0309 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAussie NWFL weekend footy wrapMartin Agatyn and Kim Miles wrapped up the weekend's round of Aussie NWFL Coastal football . . . 2021-05-0307 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonRACT's election wish list - better speed cameras and more spending on rural roadsThe RACT has released a wish list in the lead up to next month's state election.
The peak motoring body wants to see more high-tech speed cameras installed and for revenue from them to be used for road safety improvements, in particular on rural and municipal roads.
Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT chief advocacy officer Garry Bailey . . .2021-04-1607 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonMother's Day Classic expands to the CoastThe Mother's Day Classic fun run, which has been around since 1998, will be held in Devonport for the first time next month, only having been held in Hobart and Launcestion previously.
The event is a major fundraiser for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Martin Agatyn spoke to Mother's Day Classic Tasmanian event manager NIkki Long . . .2021-04-1507 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonInaugural Festival of the Fagus to highlight Cradle MountainThe inaugural Festival of the Fagus will be held at Cradle Mountain starting on April 24.
The event is being organised by the Cradle Mountain Hotel, which is owned by RACT Destinations.
Martin Agatyn spoke to RACT Destinations chief operating officer Andrew Paynter to find out first of all, what fagus is, and how it will be celebrated during the festival . . .2021-04-1505 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonBroadway Favourites - For One Night OnlyMusical theatre returns to Ulverstone on May 1 for one night only, on May 1 for the Broadway Favourites production, featuring much loved songs from famous stage musicals.
The performance is being held as a fundraiser for Delta Therapy Dogs.
Martin Agatyn spoke to producer Barbara Gilbery . . .2021-04-1405 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonFull steam ahead for Agfest 2021Agfest 2021 is exactly three weeks away and plans are well advanced on holding a COVID-safe event as well as an on-line version.
The event will be limited to a crowd of 10,000 per day, with organisers extending it to a four-day event from May 5-8.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Agfest chairman Ethan Williams . . .2021-04-1404 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonUp to 300 jobs on offer at Jobs FairAround 300 jobs from all over the Coast will be on offer at the Federal Government Jobs Fair in Devonport on Thursday.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Federal Assistant Employment Minister Luke Howarth . . .2021-04-1308 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCoastal beaches clean-up underwayConservation Volunteers Australia has started a beaches clean-up in the Burnie area this week and plans to return next month to do more in both Devonport and Burnie regions.
The group is also hoping to recruit locals to help for a couple of hours or more.
Martin Agatyn spoke top project co-ordinator Ashleigh Carden . . .2021-04-1307 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThe Buddy Holly story to now play to full theatresLast week's announcement that Tasmanian theatres would from next month be able to have 100% seating capacity subject to a COVID-safe plan, has come at the perfect time for the Devonport Choral Society.
The group is staging the stage musical Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story - next month.
Martin Agatyn spoke to director Peter (Sid) Sidebottom . . .2021-04-1206 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAussie NWFL round twoMartin Agatyn looks back on round of Aussie NWFL Coastal football over the weekend with Kim Miles . . .2021-04-1206 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonCommunity and canine walk to aid therapy dogsThe annual Community and Canine Walk is on at Port Sorell this weekend.
The event raises funds for Delta Therapy Dogs and Martin Agatyn spoke to co-ordinator Jo Cox . . .2021-04-0905 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonThe best of four wheels and two on show at Rocky CapeTomorrow's Top Gear @ The Rocky Cape Tavern Car and Bike Show promises something for everyone.
It's also an important fundraiser for the Lions Club of Rocky Cape, with proceeds to aid local community projects and prostate cancer research.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Lions Club of Rocky Cape secretary Victoria Cochrane . . . 2021-04-0904 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonAdopt a cat at Ulverstone this weekendBetween 20 and 25 cats will be available for adoption at this Saturday's Just Cats Expo at Ulverstone, as well as information on responsible cat ownership.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Just Cats founder Rachel Beech . . .2021-04-0804 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonEcofest at Ulverstone this SaturdayEverything you wanted to know or ask about living more sustainably and reducing your environmental footprint will be on show at Ecofest at Ulverstone on Saturday.
Martin Agatyn spoke to event organiser Cassie Smith from the North West Environmental Centre . . .
2021-04-0806 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonForum looks at making men's health services more accessibleThe inaugural Allied Mates Forum at Ulverstone today looked at making men's health services more male-friendly and other topics.
The forum was organised by Men Care Too founder Greg Smith, who spoke to Martin Agatyn . . .2021-04-0709 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonLeith overpass proposal angers residentsThe proposed Leith Overpass on the Bass Highway is a long way from what local residents expected when they lobbied the state Government for improved safety at the intersection.
The current proposal has angered local residents and Martin Agatyn spoke to one of them, Tony Downey . . .2021-04-0112 minThe Home Run with Lee DixonFunding for clubs and organisations to become more energy efficientThe Federal Government has announced funding for not-for-profit organisations to help drive down their power costs.
The Powering Communities Programme will assist with purchase of solar panels, batteries and other ways to reduce the cost of power.
Martin Agatyn spoke to Federal Minister for Energy and Emissions, Angus Taylor . . .2021-04-0105 min