Shows
Just EcologyE5 - Surviving Alone and the Grampians bushfires – with Suzan MuirIn this episode I meet with Suzan Muir, who spent 63 days surviving in the wilds of southern New Zealand on the show Alone. She and her husband John, one of Australia’s most experienced explorers, live on the property Inanna surrounded by the Grampians NP, where they provide nature connection experiences for visitors. Suzan’s skill as a nature guide has developed through decades of wilderness adventures; guiding both adults and children.
We talk about Suzan’s experience on the show Alone, including the bush skills and relationship to place which are essential to surviving alone on...
2025-12-071h 08
Peak2SoonAll Heart: Why Anthony Cribbes Went Back To The GrampiansAnthony Cribbes' story is one that will inspire many, but his young daughter Tallulah, who earlier this year fought for her life, has her incredible dad covered.Despite Anthony's incredible feats in the Grampians, and at a number of Victoria's toughest ultras, Tallulah was forced to fight for her life at just two weeks old.She was diagnosed with Supraventricular Tachycardia, a condition where the heart beats too fast because of abnormal electrical signals in the upper chambers of the heart, and for little Tallulah it was life threatening.It saw Anthony go...
2025-11-201h 34
WA Running PodcastEpisode 97 | Run Bibbulmun Track Stage Race | Strive Program D | Grampians Peaks Trail with Kate TimmonsMonday 17th November 2025
Vici & Chris are joined by Kate Timmons, Vici’s therapist in more things than just massage and ultra runner extraordinaire who’s fresh from her tour of the east coast and will share her stories from the Grampians 100miler in Victoria and Coast to Kosciuszko in New South Wales as she paced Margie Hadley.
In local results we had the Run Bibbulmun Track Stage Race by Rapid Ascent, Strive Program D, WA participants in the Point to Pinnacle and we learn about MetrO Orienteering.
We find out whether Chris says the...
2025-11-171h 38
The Cowbell Podcast - Extraordinary EverydayEP22: Heart of the Grampians – From ICU to GPT100 with Anthony CribbsIn this deeply moving episode of The Cowbell, we sit down with ultra runner, father, husband, and self-taught app builder Anthony Cribbs @anthonycribbes_runs, as he prepares to take on the GPT 100 Miler @gpt100miler in the Grampians once again.Anthony’s story is one of resilience, gratitude, and perspective. From starting trail running during lockdowns to pushing through brutal races like Buffalo and Wonderland, he’s faced every kind of challenge the trails can throw at him. But nothing could have prepared him for the biggest test of his life, when his newborn daughter, Tallulah, was rushed t...
2025-10-301h 11
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepGrampians Wimmera Mallee Special Dirty Linen Episode - Cat Clarke (Dimboola Golf Club) - hospo culture, country food and meaningful lifeWhat does a caterer do when she gets too big for her home kitchen? Maybe she moves into the under-used local golf club kitchen and semi-accidentally turns it into a restaurant. That’s more or less the story with Cat Clarke, chef, teacher, Dimboola gamechanger. We enjoy a delicious chef’s table country lunch with plenty of native ingredients then sit down with Cat to talk hospo culture, country food and meaningful life.
This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen series about the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions in west...
2025-05-1438 min
Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony HuckstepGrampians Wimmera Mallee Special Dirty Linen Episode - Robin Wickens (Wickens at the Royal Mail) - a complete and engaging dining experienceAt the southern end of the Grampians, chef Robin Wickens uses the Royal Mail’s market garden to supply produce for his pub bistro and fine dining restaurant Wickens, which is set in bushland in a glassed pavilion. We meet up with Robin for a garden tour, before heading back to the restaurant for a 10-course degustation with matched wines. Dinner is creative, exciting and fun, one of regional Australia’s most complete and engaging dining experiences.
This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen series about the Grampians, Wimmera and...
2025-05-0829 min
The CountryWide PodcastBeef Country - Grampians Angus: Breeding for the futureIn this episode, host Jo Scott speaks with Jono Reed, stud master and owner of Grampians Angus, to discuss the history and breeding philosophy behind their Angus operations. Grampians Angus is known for its focus on functional, fertile cattle bred to perform under tough environmental conditions and shifting market demands. Jono shares how Grampians Angus combines traditional stockmanship with modern genetic tools to guide their selection decisions. He highlights the importance of matching animals to the environment, and how observation and natural selection still play a critical role alongside data. Guest: Jono Reed, Owner, G...
2025-04-3027 min
The Producers, a Food Podcast.Grampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 7 - The Producers: Claire Morgan (Rupanyup Living) - farmer, maker and regional advocateClaire 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, dr...
2025-04-2228 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 7 - The Producers: Claire Morgan (Rupanyup Living) - farmer, maker and regional advocateClaire 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, dr...
2025-04-2228 minDirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 6 - Jenny Moore (Wimmera Grain Store) - town with a pulseFounder and director of The Wimmera Grain Store, Jenny Moore has a grain farming background and now wholesales locally grown chickpeas, lentils, faba beans (pulses) and value-added products into the Australian domestic market. She takes us strain into the sorting shed where lentils are being graded, then we head back to the showroom to nibble healthy chickpea snacks.This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen 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...
2025-04-2024 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 5 - Cat Clarke (Cat Clarke’s Restaurant, Dimboola Golf Club) - hospo culture, country food and meaningful lifeWhat does a caterer do when she gets too big for her home kitchen? Maybe she moves into the under-used local golf club kitchen and semi-accidentally turns it into a restaurant. That’s more or less the story with Cat Clarke, chef, teacher, Dimboola gamechanger. We enjoy a delicious chef’s table country lunch with plenty of native ingredients then sit down with Cat to talk hospo culture, country food and meaningful life.This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen series about the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions in west...
2025-04-2037 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 4 - Simon Freeman (Grampians Wine Cellar) - Grapes of the GrampiansFor the first time in almost 800 episodes, Dirty Linen does a wine tasting podcast. We are guided by one of the best, wine merchant Simon Freeman from Grampians Wine Cellar, hanging out in his Halls Gap store with spectacular mountain views, talking Grampians Grape Escape, Halls Gap dining tips, and the journey from hospitality to retail. The idea was to have more time for family…how is that going?This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen series about the Grampians, Wimmera and Mallee regions in western Victoria. We drove the roads, saw th...
2025-04-2047 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 3 - Adrian Manikas (Grampians Peaks Walking Co) - talking the walkAdrian Manikas · Grampians Peaks Walking CoAnyone visiting the Grampians (Gariwerd in the local Aboriginal language) is struck by the mountainous landscapes, dramatic rock formations and abundant wildlife. Adrian Manikas knows the place better than most: his Halls Gap company leads guided and catered walking tours through the national park at various levels of luxury. Good food is important to the hiking experience: as Adrian says, people will put up with almost anything during the day if they have a great meal at night. We visit MacKenzie Falls and talk walks.
2025-04-2028 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 2 - Robin Wickens (Wickens at the Royal Mail) - a complete and engaging dining experienceAt the southern end of the Grampians, chef Robin Wickens uses the Royal Mail’s market garden to supply produce for his pub bistro and fine dining restaurant Wickens, which is set in bushland in a glassed pavilion. We meet up with Robin for a garden tour, before heading back to the restaurant for a 10-course degustation with matched wines. Dinner is creative, exciting and fun, one of regional Australia’s most complete and engaging dining experiences.This episode is part of a special Dirty Linen series about the Grampians, Wimmera and...
2025-04-2028 min
Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentGrampians Wimmera Mallee Episode 1 - Dean Sibthorp (Mount William Station) - a taste of the regionThree hours west of Melbourne, south of Ararat, Mount William Station is a generational sheep and cattle property that now offers luxury accommodation and dining. It’s a great place to get away from it all, and also makes an excellent base for exploring the region. Chef Dean Sibthorp is originally from England: he serves hearty, composed set menus in the homestead dining room, truly giving guests a taste of the region. For weddings, family getaways or friends’ catch-ups, Mount William Station has the creature comforts, big skies and nearby activities to captivate the visitor.
2025-04-2021 min
The Wine Show AustraliaTom Guthrie - Grampians Estate (Grampians)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
2024-09-2933 min
Paul's Positive PodcastEpisodes of Optimism: 'Rocketgirl's' Artistic Adventure and the Grampians Community RevivalPaul's Positive Podcast - Episode DescriptionPaul's Positive Podcast: Creative Bonds and Community SpiritWelcome to Paul's Positive Podcast, Paul! Your exclusive episode, galaxy-spanning stories to community revival tales, is here, hosted by Amy Iverson. This one's just for you, and filled to the brim with affirmation and the brighter sides of humanity. Let's dive into the latest tales of hope and resilience. In a captivating recent segment, we took a heartwarming journey to Melbourne during its challenging lockdown phase. Here, between the quiet streets, Amy Iverson led us through the extraordinary story of Andrew R...
2024-03-1908 min
ReskillienceDeer Medicine with Suzy MuirCan rocks be your besties? Are the shadows safer? How does Deer Medicine help women avoid becoming prey? Get into this conversation with adventurer, wilderness guide and creature of place Suzy Muir – who, alongside her intrepid husband Jon Muir – live a radically simple off grid existence in the Grampians. I was lucky enough to meet Suzy in her natural habitat, purely by chance, and have considered her a friend and mentor ever since. Her stories and wisdom and wildness may just have the same effect on you; something to hear with your bones as well as you...
2024-01-071h 02
Papamoetmee#156 Frikandellen en Hiken in de GrampiansWist je dat er een heuse frikandellen kaart bestaat? Deze bracht ons naar een Nederlandse winkel in Adelaide met leuke ontmoetingen. Daarna zijn we doorgereden naar de Grampians om mooie wandelingen te maken. Welke wandelingen zijn de moeite waard en zijn deze te doen met kinderen? Dat vertellen we in deze aflevering.
Wil jij ook op wereldreis met je gezin? Koop dan het e-book: Op wereldreis met je gezin! In het e-book omschrijf ik stap voor stap wat je allemaal moet regelen voor een wereldreis en deel ik mijn eigen ervaring en die van meer dan 125 gezinnen! Na het lezen...
2023-12-1838 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastRed Series 2023 - Episode 2 - The extra bitsThere were even more to Lucy's and Lauren's stories that we just wanted to share!
2023-07-1726 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSpecial Episode - Red Series 202322 Grampians and Pyrenees Wineries will be heading to the Ballarat Mining Exchange on July 28 & 29 - find out more here!
2023-07-1723 min
VLGA ConnectLocal Leaders - Brent McAlister, CEO Northern Grampians ShireBrent McAlister is our latest guest on the VLGA Connect Local Leaders series.Brent recently took up the role of CEO at Northern Grampians Shire after a stellar local government career across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and New Zealand.He talks to Chris Eddy about his local government background, and the challenges and opportunities for the sector and for his new role at Northern Grampians.Support the showTo learn more about the events, programs, and training offered by the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA), please click here....
2023-05-1623 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSPECIAL GUESTS Grampians Grape Escape 2023 - podcast episode 3Introducing the Grampians Grape Escape Podcast!
Every May, we welcome thousands of visitors to the Grampians Region as they head to the annual Wine, food and Music festival - Grampians Grape Escape.
Festival Director Vanessa Briody is joined by Dan Ahchow from Seppelt Wines as they walk you through what to expect... what to pack... and what to do at Grampians Grape Escape
To secure your tickets - please click here
2023-04-2433 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSPECIAL GUESTS - Grampians Grape Escape 2023 - Episode 2Episode 2! The Grampians Grape Escape Podcast!
Every May, we welcome thousands of visitors to the Grampians Region as they head to the annual Wine, food and Music festival - Grampians Grape Escape.
Festival Director Vanessa Briody is joined by Dan Ahchow from Seppelt Wines as they walk you through what to expect... what to pack... and what to do at Grampians Grape Escape
To secure your tickets - please click here
2023-04-2427 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSPECIAL GUESTS - Grampians Grape Escape 2023 - Episode OneIntroducing the Grampians Grape Escape Podcast!
Every May, we welcome thousands of visitors to the Grampians Region as they head to the annual Wine, food and Music festival - Grampians Grape Escape.
Festival Director Vanessa Briody is joined by Dan Ahchow from Seppelt Wines as they walk you through what to expect... what to pack... and what to do at Grampians Grape Escape
To secure your tickets - please click here
2023-04-2429 min
The Wine Show AustraliaAdam Louder - Mount Langi Ghiran (Grampians, VIC)Born and bred in the Grampians, Adam knows what it takes to make top quality cool climate Shiraz. The distinguished Mount Langi Shiraz continues to impress. If you can get your hands on this beauty you are in luck!
@thewineshowaustralia #mountlangighiran
2023-03-1216 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastClayfield Wines - Simon ClayfieldSimon Clayfield proudly grows his fruit and makes his wines from his Moyston property in the Grampians. In every conversation had with Simon you will learn something new, he has amazing wine knowledge and loves to share with others.
To buy Simon's Wines, please visit https://clayfieldwines.com/
2023-02-1019 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSeppelt Wines - Bruce AhchowIn this episode, Bruce Ahchow, custodian of Seppelt Wines in Great Western joins us to chat about the history of Seppelt Wines as he walks you through a few of their current releases.
The Great Western estate, which is where the Australian Sparkling Wine industry started in the 1800s is home to the longest underground cellars in the Southern Hemisphere, the Seppelt Drives.
Bruce will also guide you through a few of the Seppelt Wines currently released and available for tasting at the Great Western Cellar Door - Seppelt Great Western Riesling, Seppelt Chalambar Shiraz...
2023-02-0332 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMiners Ridge - Andrew & Katrina ToomeyThis week, we have the Armstong wine producers, Andrew & Katrina Toomey joining us as they walk you through 4 of their current released wines. Located just a few minutes from Great Western, they produce a fantastic variety of wines including Shiraz, Cabernet, Riesling, Tempranillo, Viognier, Chardonnay & a sweet summer Rosé.
The Miners Ridge Wines tasted
"Merino Block" Riesling - Miners Ridge Riesling - Rosé - Shiraz
To buy online - head here
2023-01-2724 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSubRosa Wine - Nancy PanterCo-founder of SubRosa Wine, Nancy Panter joins us this week to share the wines she makes with partner Adam Louder. A boutique winery, SubRosa produces around 400 cases each vintage. They have produced Viognier, Rosé, Nebbiolo, Cabernet Mourvedre and Adam's passion, cool climate Shiraz.
Wines Tasted: Viognier, Nebbiolo & Shiraz
To order yours or to find out more about SubRosa Wines - please visit their website.
2023-01-2021 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastPomonal Estate - Pep AtchisonPomonal Estate owner, Pep Atchison, joins us this week to talk us through a selection of her wine. The easy-drinking wines they produce pair perfectly with food. Located in Pomonal, at the base of the Grampians, Pep's wines and food can be experienced on your next visit to the Grampians region.
Wines tasted: 2021 Riesling - 2021 Single Vineyard Rose and a 2018 Shiraz. To find out more - visit https://pomonalestate.com.au/
2022-12-1620 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMountainside Wines - Shane & Jane GoninonMountainside Wines
Shane & Jane Goninon join us this week to have a chat about their wines from Mountainside Wines. Located at the base of Mount Cole, they are a micro-winery, with 10 acres of hand-tended vines. They have a minimalist approach to their wines, they love to see how the fruit presents itself in the wines they produce. They chat with you over their three wines.
Viognier - Nebbiolo - Shiraz - to order your own Mountainside Wines - please follow this link
https://mountainsidewines.com.au/
2022-12-0916 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastBests - Hamish Thomson & Jacob PartonIn this week's episode of the Grampians Wine Podcast, we have Hamish Thomson and Jacob Parton from Best’s Wines joining us. Hamish is a fifth generation of Thomson’s to be involved in Australian Wine production and Jacob is the assistant winemaker at the Great Western winery.
Wines tasted
2021 Concongella Blanc - https://www.bestswines.com/product/2021-concongella-blanc
2021 Young Vine Pinot Meunier - sorry - sold out
2019 Bin 0 Shiraz - https://www.bestswines.com/product/2019-bin-no-0-shiraz
2022-12-0220 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastGrampians Estate - Tom GuthrieGrampians Estate
Tom Guthrie from Grampians Estate joins us in this episode to share some of his stories and wines. The Guthrie family have been primary producers in Australia since his Great Grandfathers arrival to Australia in 1847, with the Great Western and Mafeking vineyards, winery and Great Western cellar door being more recent ventures for the Guthrie family.
With a focus on quality, Grampians Estate boutique wines have quite a collection of awards and trophies for their wines. Tune in to Tom as he walks you through some of the current releases.
Wines t...
2022-11-2522 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastATR Wines - Michelle WalkerATR Wines - Michelle Walker
Located just a short drive from Great Western, you will find Michelle, the cellar door manager of ATR Wines. Join Michelle in this episode of the Grampians Wine Podcast as she walks you through a couple of the current releases from the very unique ATR Wines.
Wines tasted
2021 Hard Hill Road Writers Block Riesling
2020 Hard Hill Road - The Field
2022-11-1817 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastNorton Estate - Chris SpenceIn this week's episode, Chris Spence joins us to share a few of his wines from his vineyard. Norton Estate. Norton Estates vineyard can be found between three mountain ranges, the Grampians, Mount Arapiles, and the Black Ranges. The location of Norton Estate makes it a perfect climate for grape growing. Tune in and let Chris share his vineyard and wine stories.
Wines tasted - Click on the link to get your own
2016 Norton Estate Arapiles Run Shiraz
https://nortonestate.com.au/product/2016-arapiles-run-shiraz-bottle/
2014 Norton Estate Wendy’s Block Shiraz
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2022-11-1124 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastBlack & Ginger - Hadyn BlackBlack & Ginger Wines
Hadyn Black, of “Black & Ginger Wines” joins us in this week's episode to walk us through a couple of his new releases. Established in 2015, the relatively new label is breaking away from the traditional varieties grown in the Grampians region to produce an eclectic collection of wines that change from vintage to vintage, depending on what fruit Hadyn can get his hands on. The Black and Ginger wines have already proven to be a favourite amongst the next generation of wine drinkers.
Wines tasted - click on the link to g...
2022-11-0413 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMt Langi Ghiran - Adam LouderMount Langi Ghiran
Adam Louder, the chief winemaker of Mount Langi Ghiran, a premium wine producer in the Grampians region, joins us in the first episode of Season two of the Grampians Wine podcast. Adam brought in with him 3 wines to talk to you about.
A freshly bottled 2022 Cliff Edge Riesling, the 2019 Talus Shiraz & the 2019 Talus Cabernet Sauvignon.
To order your wine - please visit langi.com.au
2022-10-2819 min
Farmer Wants a Healthy LifeFarming Through ChangeIn this episode we hear from farmer David Drage about how climate change affects farmers. David shares what he is doing to adapt to climate change and what help is available. He also shares what he is doing as part of Adapt Grampians.Interested in the topic and looking for more?Adapt Grampians is a regional hub working to ensure we adjust and thrive in our changing climate. It is a regional hub for:Information sharingLearning and InspirationDavid talked about the rainfall loss over years, and its e...
2022-10-2717 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastGrampians Wine - Season Two Series IntroductionThe Grampians Wine Podcast is back for the second season. It has been a big year for the Grampians Wine region, with new episodes released every Friday, the Grampians winemakers, cellar door managers, and owners will share some of their newest releases and share a little more about the Grampians wine they produce.
2022-10-2402 min
Project ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 10: Session 3- Accessing appropriate COVID care: Health service pathways, community pathways and escalation of careIn our last session we discussed the announcements regarding the first stage of transition of COVID positive care pathways from Health service to Primary care and other community care providers.This transition began with thelaunch fo the National coronavirus hotline andnew system of notification for GPs and GPRCs linking patients who may not have reported a positive result into carethis announcement was accompanied by discussion of a transitional period where arrangements would be put in place to move medium risk pathways to primary and communtiy care.While this has not taken place yet, it is timely for us to be...
2022-08-311h 05
The Smart Community PodcastCommunity as the Catalyst in Southern Grampians, with Russell BennettHi #smartcommunity friends! In this episode of the Smart Community Podcast I have a wonderful conversation with Russell Bennett. Russell has been the Manager of Business Systems at Southern Grampians Shire Council since April 2015. Prior to his current role he has 13+ years’ experience working as IT Project Manager and Business Analyst across a number of industries both in the private and public sector. In this episode Russell tells us about his background in business, IT and Project Management, what sparked his interest in the Smart Communities space, and what has driven the Southern Grampians Shire’s Smart Community approach. Russ...
2022-07-3131 min
The Wine Show AustraliaTom Guthrie - Grampians Estate (Grampians)Simon and Jill hear about the Grampians region from Tom and the history of Grampians Estate plus his Grandfather's sheep grazing past.
Great yarn.
@thewineshowaustralia @grampiansestate.winery
2022-07-2431 min
Ducks on the PondDealing with grief and sudden loss - feat. Sarah Guthrie, Grampians EstateThere’s a saying, ‘you can’t have the love without the loss.’The great love you have for someone, means the pain of losing them will equally be as great. But how do you actually cope with such profound grief, especially when the loss is sudden? And how do you best help a friend who is suddenly struck by tragedy?In this episode, Grampians Estate winery owner, Sarah Guthrie talks about her own grief journey, after her 17-year-old son, Ford, died in a car accident near the family home on Australia Day, 2016.Sarah speaks about the impo...
2022-07-2040 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 9: Session 4- Connecting the dots in COVID care for rural communitiesFrom the 1st of July, the public health system makes a shift to a decentralised system. A dawning of a new era of regional public health units, one that has been operating in our neighbouring state for decades. So what will this mean for us in primary care?We’ll again revisit antivirals and consider how prescription for them is going in primary care and consider the role of pre-emptive planning for our regular patients with chronic diseases and co-morbidities.We’ve got a few quizzes in store this morning and an update for the Grampians public health unit regarding acce...
2022-06-291h 03
The DediKate PodcastAmanda Cochran, Finding Peace After Losing A Child And My Business BabyWow. An emotional yet sincerely inspiring episode. Kate chats to the owner of successful Australian rural brand The Grampians Good Co, Amanda. Amanda shares with us her tragedy, that all mothers fear, losing a child.
Amanda is incredible! It's an emotional topic, but she gives hope to all sharing how she has survived and thrived since. She also tells us about her business and its success, and you will leave feeling empowered by Amanda's bravery and attitude.
Thank you Amanda for opening up and reliving those immensely challenging days and emotions.
Follow Amandas stunn...
2022-06-181h 30
The Wine Show AustraliaAdam Richardson, AT Richardson Wines (Grampians)After a long history in the corporate winemaking world, Adam has decided to combine his global winemaking experience with a regional flavour and bring a bold and pioneering winemaking approach to the historic cool-climate Grampians.
In acknowledgement of International Tannat Day on 14 April, Jill & Simon chat to Adam about his terrific Tannat and discover that it has the highest antioxidants of any red wine, therefore almost being healthy! A must try wine that is huge in Uruguay, Tannat is still making it's mark in Australia and Adam is certainly helping do that.
#atrichardsonwines
2022-04-1021 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 8, Session 1: Responding to Omicron- primary care, public health and health service perspectives over summerWelcome back to our first ECHO session for 2022.In 2020 the word unprecedented was used more than a few times to describe the SARS COV2 pandemic and in 2021 this word was eclipsed by the phrase “vaccine roll out”. Delta kept us pretty busy but with biological prevention on our side, with both vaccines and sotrovimab infusions we were able to temper the impact of this variant on both individuals and ICU beds.As we reached vaccine milestones and public health measures eased, we anticipated a rise in cases and in response, we ran an entire series dedicated to COVID care path...
2022-01-2841 min
A Friend of Mine by OAK MagazineTake Me Somewhere travel episode ~ The Grampians, VictoriaIt’s time to explore our own backyard in this special travel episode to Halls Gap in the Grampians, Victoria.The Grampians National Park is a three hour drive northwest of Melbourne. It's home to an incredible mountain landscape dotted with small towns such as Dunkeld, Stawell, Halls Gap, Wartook Valley and Beaufort. Be it outdoor adventure, indulgent food and wine, cultural experiences or simply fun family times, a Grampians road trip will deliver lasting memories. And with so much to do, it's little wonder you can come back time and again, and still experience a...
2022-01-1440 min
The Wine Show AustraliaJustin Purser - Best's Wines/Fallen Giant (Grampians)Justin has made this year's Jimmy Watson winner and he chats with Simon and Richo.
His main gig is at Best's in the Grampians and this wine was made at the winery there. Good to hear there were plenty of celebrations after this win!
@fallengiantsvineyard @bestswines #jimmywatsontrophy
2021-12-0411 min
2021-12-0201 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMiners Ridge WinesAndrew Toomey, the owner and viticulturist of the Miners Ridge Vineyard from Armstrong, located between Ararat and Great Western. The majority of Miners Ridge is planted down to Shiraz with a handful of other varieties also growing. Miners Ridge also has accommodation and sees many visitors staying on the vineyard whilst visiting the silo art trail. Miners Ridge has some big plans ahead, with an increase of production with the increase of popularity of his label.
Subscribe to the Grampians Wine Podcast now, so you never miss an episode
https://grampianswine.com.au/podcast/
2021-11-3016 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastGrampians TourismMarc Sleeman, the CEO of Grampians Tourism joins us in this episode to explain their part in the Grampians region. Marc is passionate about the Grampians region and how the different seasons bring different environmental experiences to its visitors. Marc treats the Grampians Wines like his children and doesn’t have favourites, he loves them all the same. Tune in and listen to Marc’s passion for the Grampians Wine region.
Subscribe to the Grampians Wine Podcast now, so you never miss an episode
https://grampianswine.com.au/podcast/
2021-11-2515 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastBlack and GingerHadyn Black, the “Black” from Black and Ginger joins us in this episode to chat about his wine label. Black and Ginger have established their reputation quickly since established 7 years ago when Hadyn and his red-headed business partner “Ginger” first established their business. Black and Ginger is a boutique winery with only a few hundred dozen bottles produced every year. Tune in, and get inspired to try one of Black and Ginger’s less common wine varieties at your next dinner party.
Subscribe to the Grampians Wine Podcast now, so you never miss an episode
2021-11-2311 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastThe Story WinesRory Lane, the Melbourne dwelling Grampians Winemaker. Rory has been making wines from the Grampians Wine region since 2004. Rory has a huge love for the Grampians Shiraz, takes the Grampians fruit to Melbourne to produce the amazing ‘The Story Wines’.
Rory’s wines are very well regarded and awarded, with a Shiraz focus, Rory also produces a Processo, Riesling, Rose, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Syrah (Shiraz) as well as a few other wines from different regions. Tune in and learn a little more about “The Story Wines”
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2021-11-1816 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastGrampians Wine EventsTom Guthrie joins us again in this episode on the Grampians Wine Podcast to tell you about some of the amazing events that we host every year. Grampians Grape Escape, hosted in Halls Gap every May where the much sought after Barrique Auction occurs. Planning is on track for 2022 Grampians Grape Escape to return. Red Series, hosted on the last weekend in July at the amazing Ballarat Gold Exchange where the Grampians and Pyrenees wine regions come together for a very exclusive 500 ticket event. The last event Tom chats to you about Seriously Shiraz, hosted over the first weekend...
2021-11-1619 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMt Langi GhiranDamien Sheehan, the General Manager and vigneron for Mount Langi Ghiran joins us in this episode. Mount Langi Ghiran is predominantly a Shiraz producing winery with some Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Grenache, Sangiovese and a little Auxerrois.
Damien will take you on a journey over the sensational location of Mount Langi Ghiran, nestled in a valley on the eastern side of the Grampians. Mount Langi Ghiran produces some of the most award-winning wines in Australia. Tune in and learn a little more about this amazing Grampians Winery.
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2021-11-1118 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastPomonal EstatePomonal is a little community just on the outskirts of Halls Gap and in this episode we have Adam & Pep Atchison from Pomonal Estate. Pomonal Estate is one of the newest wineries to the Grampians region with the doors opening in 2017. Pep and Adam share their love for the region, and chat about what Pomonal Estate has to offer to visitors to the Grampians region. They love the Grampians Region, they love the visitors and they have amazing plans for the future.
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2021-11-0915 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastLegends Gone BeforeThe Grampians Wine history stretches back to the 1800s, there have been many legends formed from the region. In this episode, Simon Clayfield joins us again to have a chat about some of the more recent legends who have sadly passed away but have left a legacy in the region and the way the region makes wine. Simon has a chat about Trevor Mast, a famous vigneron and the guru of Grampians Shiraz, Dr Graeme Bertuch, a medical doctor who used his medical knowledge of science to make wines and Kym Ludvigsen, the passionate extroverted winemaker and vigneron.
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2021-11-0419 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSubRosa WineNancy Panter, co-founder of SubRosa Wines located in Eversley which is a part of the Grampians Region. The boutique winery produces around 400 cases a year.
Winemaker and co-founder of SubRosa, Adam Louder at the age of 40 has done 35 vintages all around the world. After working his way around the world's vineyards, he came home to the Grampians. There are some amazing plans for SubRosa wines. Enjoy this episode and let Nancy make you excited for the amazing SubRosa wines.
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2021-11-0212 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMontara WinesSimon Fennel, winemaker of Montara Wines located just a few kilometres from the township of Ararat joins us for this episode of the Grampians Wine Podcast. Established in 1970, for over 50 years Montara have been producing amazing Grampians Wines. Simon will walk you through the wines he produces and why the music flows just as much as the wine in Montara. Subscribe to the Grampians Wine Podcast now, so you never miss an episode
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2021-10-2816 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastKey Times In The VineyardDo you ever think much of the processes involved in getting the grapes to turn into wine? Ben Thomson, from Best’s Wines in Great Western talks you through the months of pruning, bud burst, the growing of the vines, canopy management, bomade testing, the decision making with the winemakers when to harvest the fruit and then the entire winemaking processes. Learn a little more about how the vines produce the Grampians Wine that you love.
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2021-10-2618 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastGrampians EstateTom Guthrie, owner of the highly awarded Grampians Estate Winery joins us in this episode to tell you all about his vineyards and winery. Grampians Estate is situated over two different locations with 12 acres of vines in Great Western, where the oldest vines were planted in 1878. The other Grampians Estate vineyard and the winery is located at Mafeking where he has another 8 acres of vineyards. Tune in and have a listen to Tom, the only Winemaking student at Charles Stuart that has both a Student ID and a Seniors card!
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2021-10-2117 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastClayfield WinesSimon Clayfield’s winery is situated at Moyston, which is located right on top of the Great Dividing Range, south of Great Western, a sensational part of the Grampians. The boutique winery specialises in amazing quality Shiraz. Simon loves his piece of paradise in the Grampians and loves educating people on wines when they visit his Moyston Cellar Door.
Simon is very knowledgeable about wines, the regions and the fruit produced in the region, have a listen and plan your visit to his Cellar Door soon.
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2021-10-1920 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastWine VarietiesAdam Richardson joins us in this episode to discuss the varieties of wine that are grown in the Grampians Wine Region. The region is very well known for its Shiraz, but there are some other amazing fruits being grown that are creating sensational wines. Tune in, be educated and try a few different wines next time you are making a Grampians Wine selection.
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2021-10-1416 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastClarnette & LudvigsenLeigh Clarnette, from Clarnette & Ludvigsen joins us in this episode to tell you all about his wine brand that started with winemaker Leigh and good friend and viticulturist Kym Ludvigsen. Leigh’s own career started in 1983, on the weigh bridge of Penfolds Wine in the Barossa and brought him to the Grampians region in the 90’s. Tune in to listen to what the plans are for Clarnette & Ludvigsen wines.
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2021-10-1217 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMount Stapylton WinesRobert Staehr, owner and viticulturist of boutique Grampians winery, Mount Stapylton Wines, located at Laharum on the western side of the Grampians. Rob, who expanded his family's traditional wheat and sheep farming enterprise when they bought the neighbouring vineyard which has over 2000 vines and Rob’s first own vintage was in 2018. The journey is just beginning for Mount Stapylton Wines, with some amazing plans for the next few years. Tune in to this episode and have a listen to Rob and Mount Stapylton Wines story.
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2021-10-0712 min
First DropGary Hannett - The man from NavarreGary Hannett joins the crew for this weeks episode of First Drop. Gary or Joe as he is known in cricketing circles throughout the Grampians and in his home town of Navarre, has spent his summers getting as much out of the sport as possible. A highly respected character, Joe reflects on his time playing for Navarre, Great Western, The Grampians association and Vic Country. He also recalls a famous grand final victory, a game in which he played a huge part in.
2021-10-051h 33
The Grampians Wine PodcastHistory Of The Wine IndustryThe Grandfather of wine in the Grampians, Viv Thomson from Best’s Wines in Great Western joins us in this episode to have a chat about the phenomenal history of grape growing and winemaking in the Grampians region that dates back over 170 years. The Best Brothers, Henry & Joseph planted the vines in two of the biggest Grampians Wineries in the region, Best’s and Seppelt Wines, also located in Great Western. Viv’s father purchased Best’s Wines in 1920 and Viv started his own career in the vineyards as a child in the 1940’s. Viv witnessed the resurgence of the Australi...
2021-10-0529 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastSeppelt WinesToday we have a chat with Clare Dry, chief winemaker of Seppelt Wines in Great Western. Clare chats about her career, which started at the age of 16 pruning wines on the Mornington Peninsula and now finds her in the sensational historic Seppelt vineyards located in the Grampians.
Clare explains why the Grampians region is so special, walking the vineyards and looking up to see the stunning Grampians ranges and the amazing 170 years of history that is found at Seppelt Great Western. Tourists love visiting the underground cellars at the Seppelt Cellar Door, where you ca...
2021-09-3012 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastATR WinesAdam Richardson, of ATR Wines, joins us in this episode where he shares a little snippet of his amazing journey that has brought him to the Grampians Wine Region. His vineyard, winery and the ATR Wine Lounge is located just 4km from the township of Great Western. Adam made his first Grampians vintage in 2005 and after being happy with the result of his style of winemaking with the cool climate fruit, he purchased land and planted his first vines, Shiraz and Riesling in 2006. Adam has an amazing story, that took him all over the world, and at one stage, ha...
2021-09-2815 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastThe Grampians Wine RegionDamien Sheehan, President of the Grampians Wine Association joins us to give you an overview of the Grampians Wine Region. The Western Victorian Region that circles the Grampians National Park with little towns such as Warrack, Buangor, Ararat, Great Western, Armstrong, Garden Gully, Stawell, Halls Gap, Moyston, Pomonal and Horsham. Damien will take you on the journey around the region and explains why it is the perfect recipe of wine villages, a magnificent environment and sensational wines. Have a listen and start planning your next Grampians Wine visit.
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2021-09-2314 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastMountainside WinesJane and Shane Goninon own and operate Mountainside Wines, a boutique winery located at the base of Mount Cole in Warrack, which is only an hour drive out of Ballarat. Together with her husband Shane, they tend to the 10 acres of vines and also host guests in their beautiful Bed and Breakfast. They love the cool climate, long growing season the Grampians has that produces such beautiful Shiraz. Have a listen to why Jane loves her winery in the Grampians Wine Region and learn a little bit more about the Mountainside Wine Story.
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2021-09-2111 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastBest's WinesIn this episode, we chat with Ben Thomson, the 5th generation of Thomson’s to run Best’s Wines. Best’s Wines is located in Great Western, which is in the beautiful rolling foothills of the Grampians. Ben’s career in the wine industry started at around 4 or 5 years of age when he was given the job to label the flagons on the production line!
Tune in and listen to why Ben loves the wine he produces in the Grampians Wine Region.
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2021-09-1612 min
The Grampians Wine PodcastIntroductionWelcome to the Grampians Wine Podcast. Hosted by Neil Butler, from Untypical Media, the Grampians Winemakers will drop two episodes a week.
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2021-09-1302 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 6-Session 8:COVID-19 vaccinations and teens, part 2: preparing for the vaccine rollout to 12 to 15 yr oldsWhile we’ve been racing towards 70% in regional Victoria, we’ve been stepping carefully across that river we discussed a few weeks back. Taking a step, observing and assessing the change around us and considering where to place our next step.With restrictions easing in regional Victoria, as health care workers we’ll be taking our next tentative steps tonight. Credit is due to our regional Public health units and contract tracing for bringing our local outbreak under control. Our compliant communities have made this work possible and of course our primary care workforce has been spinning plates to continue the va...
2021-09-1040 min
Lovelly Travels#74 - Victoria: The Australia SeriesExploring the culturally and geographically beautiful Victoria with Danielle Phyland
VICTORIA
Famous places
The Great Ocean Road
Melbourne
Yarra Valley
Gippsland - beaches
Grampians
Goldfields - Bendigo and Ballarat
High Country
Suggested Itinerary
A few days in Melbourne
Great ocean Road stopping along the way in seaside towns
Port Fairy head inland to the Grampians have a few days here for hiking
Return to Melbourne via Ballarat for the history and a visit to Sovereign Hill
Fave places
Port Fairy
Melbourne not just the CBD but also suburbs
Ballarat Sovereign Hill
Torquay and...
2021-09-0750 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 6- Session 6:Outbreak Preparedness in regional Victoria: What needs to happen next?As we anticipated last week, we again meet in lockdown while the current outbreak is being contained.This week the Victorian Health Service Guidance and Response to COVI-19 risks (VHSGR) have determined that we are operating in COVID Peak risk rating conditions.So what does this mean for Primary care? What does optimal practice look like in the setting of an outbreak of this nature and what needs to change to achieve this?What do we need to be considering at this time in regards to infection control, triaging and screeningHow will we safely maintain business as usual care in...
2021-08-3029 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 6- Session 5: Stepping stones to 70%: maintaining momentum and focusing our effortsArchitects, accountants sex worker and a Pizza guy was one of the headlines describing our Melbourne brand of viral transmission activity last night. This conjures up all sorts of imagery about what our public health units might be up too, one thing it does perhaps remind us of is that this virus does not discriminate. And so with the Melbourne lockdown extended and transmission appearing difficult to contain, in regional Victoria we remain ever vigilant with that ring of steel only 75km up the road from our major health services and centres.So how do we maintain outbreak...
2021-08-2029 min
The Road Less TravelledDiscovering Ararat And A Heck Of A Ghostly Spooky TourOn this week's episode, we explore the best of the western side of Victoria at Ararat. Plenty of sweeping landscapes and natural beauty from the scenic Mount Cole, Mount Langi Ghiran State Park, Ararat Hills Regional Park and the world renowned Grampians National Park, which was right on our doorstep.We thought we would take a famous tour, I mean lets face it who isn't fascinated with dark history and keen on taking a step back in time at the iconic J-Ward Gaol or Aradale Asylum? It was the creepiest tour ever! Did we spot a gh...
2021-08-1728 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 6-session 4 Vaccine priorities, part 3: Stepping stones to 70%Well since we last met we’ve come through the shortest regional lockdown on the states record and the commonwealth have progressed policy from having a vaccine strategy to a plan, or roadmap. Things are looking more promising for the month of August with supplies of Pfizer set to increase over the coming weeks, vaccine eligibility has been expanded to include adolescents with underlying medical conditions. And we have a new vaccine player on the metaphorical horizonWith things changing and moving around us so fast the path to vaccine coverage is a little more like a flowing river cr...
2021-08-1333 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 6-session 3: Vaccine priorities part 2, Prioritising pregnant women for COVID-19 vaccinationWith lockdown 5.0 behind us and restrictions slowly easing I think we can take a moment to celebrate our position at this point in time. The success of this lockdown, amongst many things, is largely attributed to the efforts of our central and regional public health teams. The combination of efficient contact tracing and rapid response in partnership with the collective effort of every member of our community who abided by public health orders have made this a success. Acknowledgement goes to our primary care workforce who rapidly pivoted again to COVID active settings, kept their teams safe, maintained care for...
2021-07-3032 min
CompanyAmanda Cochran of the Grampians Goods Co built her brand to suit her surroundsWelcome back! After a long hiatus here I'm pleased to tell you that the next 6 episodes will be brought to you in partnership with the Grampians Goods Co. I’ve been lucky enough to get to know the women behind this brand Amanda Cochran as a part of this partnership – and when you hear her story I know that you’ll be on board with her too. While she didn't grow up in the country, she has grown to love the majesty of the Grampians, and through many - rather large- up’s and down’s has build her brand arou...
2021-04-0745 min
Doctor What? Doctor Where? Stories of Rural Medicine in VictoriaRural Health in PracticeIn this episode we're providing an in-depth look at East Grampians Health Service which serves an area of Victoria centred around Ararat, a town of about 10,000 people and one of the gateways to the Grampians.
It's a good example of Rural Health in Practice - highlighting the training opportunities and the career possibilities in regional health services all around Victoria.
Want to study medicine in western Victoria? Find out more here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/medicine/facilities/western-victoria-regional-training-hub
Find out more about studying at Monash Rural Health here: https://www.monash.edu...
2021-03-1836 minProject ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkSeries 4, Session 4: Preparing for the Phase 1b the Vaccine rollout, part 2March 11th, marks the anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic declaration. The tally at that time was 118,000 cases in 114 countries, and the death toll had risen to 4,291. Over the past 12 months we’ve seen case numbers rise by a factor of 1000 and deaths by almost that amount. However, over 265,000,00 doses of vaccine have now been administered, signaling a race against the virus that we stand a chance of winning as a global community. Now, in the first 3 months of the pandemic response primary care, change was upon us so thick and fast that Senior GP commentators were heard to describe our ad...
2021-03-1215 min
F*ck Me Dead PodcastEpisode 62: A Bunch Of Crappy MenIn this weeks episode: Amanda and CJ talk about a whinging Melbourne cafe owner, a jawbone that washed up on a beach, a man too fat to go to jail, a far right group in The Grampians, a Covidiot and a family who tragically lost all their beer.Get in touch: Email us - fmedeadpodcast@gmail.comFollow us - Twitter (twitter.com/fmedeadpodcast) or Instagram (instagram.com/fmedeadpodcast/) at @fmedeadpodcastSupport the show by donating on Ko-Fi - ko-fi.com/fmedeadpodcastWebsite - fuckmedeadpodcast.com We'd be forever grateful if you took...
2021-03-091h 03
Project ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkWVPHN COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout Town Hall Session 2: Thursday 11th February, 2021The WVPHN hosts the second town hall style session for primary care clinicians to follow up on the next stages of the EOI process for the COVID-19 Phase 1b vaccination rollout. Released in entirety, the session features panel didactics and moderated Q&A.GP facilitator: Dr Bianca ForresterPHN updateMs Rowena Clift, CEO of Western Victoria PHNCommonwealth Vaccine PlanDr Lucas DeToca , Acting First Assistant Secretary of the COVID-19 Primary Care ResponseIntegration of IT systemsDr Jeff Urquhart , GPLU Barwon Health and Digital health committee member, RA...
2021-02-121h 36
Talkin' Gibberish27. What went down, under (4). - Grampians National Park & Adelaide Fringe FestivalThe Australia Story! This is the final installment of our wicked trip log. We explore the beautiful Grampians National Park, describe some insane views. And we finally make our way back to Adelaide for the Fringe Festival, on a super speedy spider riddled highway journey. Insta - @Talkingibberish
2021-02-1146 min
Project ECHO:WVPHN Hub- COVID 19 ECHO networkWVPHN COVAX Town Hall Session 1: Thursday 28th January, 2021The WVPHN hosts a town hall style session for primary care clinicians interested in the EOI process for the COVID-19 Phase 1b vaccination rollout. Released in entirety, the session features panel didactics and moderated Q&A.GP facilitator: Dr Bianca ForresterPHN updateMs Rowena Clift, CEO of Western Victoria PHNCommonwealth Vaccine PlanDr Lucas DeToca , Acting First Assistant Secretary of the COVID-19 Primary Care ResponsePublic Health Unit UpdateProf Eugene Athan , Director of the Barwon South West Regional Public Health Unit and director of Infec...
2021-02-051h 42
The Bird EmergencyThe Poo Episode - Robin Sinclair - monitoring predators in the Grampians when you can't do fieldwork!I have been teasing this episode for a long time.... It seems like a great opportunity to pop out an episode that is not about birds, but where the work concerned will surely have an impact on the native bird populations of Gariwerd (or The Grampians, in whitefella language), in south-west Victoria. I am speaking with Robin Sinclair, who has been undertaking a B. Sci (Hons), including fieldwork, to monitor the populations of feral cats and foxes through Deakin University. During a global pandemic, with a state in extended lockdown, how do you get stuff d...
2020-12-2838 minThe Bird EmergencyThe Poo Episode - Robin Sinclair - monitoring predators in the Grampians when you can't do fieldwork!I have been teasing this episode for a long time.... It seems like a great opportunity to pop out an episode that is not about birds, but where the work concerned will surely have an impact on the native bird populations of Gariwerd (or The Grampians, in whitefella language), in south-west Victoria. I am speaking with Robin Sinclair, who has been undertaking a B. Sci (Hons), including fieldwork, to monitor the populations of feral cats and foxes through Deakin University. During a global pandemic, with a state in extended lockdown, how do you get stuff d...
2020-12-2838 min
THE WAY IT ISYes, the United States Congress can agree on things: F**K CHINA!, Why Spiders in Space are more logical and less error-prone than Women in Space, How Frank Lowy and a guard rail at the Grampians are connected, the Hot Clobber is Back just in time for the Holidays, From Darkness to Dawn: Preview of Aussie writing/directing/acting Legend Tony Bonner Xmas interview, Why “THE WAY IT IS” is a 2020 thing…Everything is just fine with Episode XXXIV (39) as we head (gasp) into the home stretch of THE WAY IT IS. Yes, it’s a ‘2020 thing’ and you’ll learn more about that soon. Who says the US political system is broken? Well, everyone, and I can tell you that. However, a BIG win that the moronic Main Stream Media never covered and never will. They’re too busy influencing elections. And of course…the problem is China and big businesses profiting from slave labour. 2020 has been a death knell for many things and many people, but it’s also been a rebirth of sort...
2020-12-181h 05
2ser Book ClubSophie Laguna's Infinite SplendoursSophie Laguna is the author of the Miles Franklin Award winning Eye of the Sheep, the Indie Book Award winning The Choke. Sofie's latest novel is Infinite Splendours.Infinite Splendours takes us back to 1950’s Victoria...Lawrence lives an idyllic life with his mother and younger brother Paul. Lawrie’s father was killed in the second world war and the boys roam free around their homestead in the shadows of the Grampians.Lawrie’s a good student, and a faithful brother and son. Art is his passion and Lawrie can see the world differently to others until a horrific trauma robs h...
2020-12-0404 min
Hosting With HeartAmanda Cochran on juggling a thriving small business, a stunning short-term rental property and a young family.Amanda Cochran is a Mum of three and lives in scenic Dunkeld, in Victoria's Grampians region, approx 3 hours west of Melbourne. In 2016, she established The Grampians Goods Co., with a simple mission – to elevate everyday moments into opportunities for nurturing & connection through consciously made and thoughtfully curated products & gifts, including body products, aromatherapy candles and wool blankets. After a few years running what has become an enormously successful business, in part through servicing the accommodation sector, Amanda set up her own short-term rental, Salt Creek Cottage, also in Dunkeld. Impeccably styled by Lynda Ga...
2020-11-0246 min
The Nugget Climbing PodcastEP 37: Simon Carter — Action vs. Landscape, The Taipan Closure, and Top 10 Climbing Photography TipsSimon Carter is an Australian photographer, and has been described by the editor of Rock and Ice Magazine as “arguably the greatest climbing photographer of all time”. We talked about building his first darkroom at age 15, pursuing full-time climbing in the early ’90s, action vs. landscape, camera equipment, the Taipan/Grampian closure, and Simon’s top 10 climbing photography tips. Support on Patreon:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbing Show Notes: http://thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/simon-carter Nuggets: 1:50– The 2018 World Climbing Calendar, and the Onsight Photography business 3:14 – Early photography, and building a darkroo...
2020-09-281h 22
The Wine Show AustraliaBen Thomson - Best's Wines (Grampians)Simon and Ben chat about the recent Halliday Wine Companion award for Best Value Winery.
The award is a testament to the hard work over 100 years for the Thomson family. Ben is now in charge of the business and he discusses the success and future for Best's Wines and the Great Western area of the Grampians.
2020-08-2325 min
Ararat's Latest04 Grampians tourism slows following bushfiresThis week on Ararat’s Latest, Jack Ward speaks with Grampians Music Festival Director Carly Flecknoe about the lack of ticket sales for this year’s event. Also, Orange Whip are performing this Valentine’s Day to raise funds for East Grampians Health Service, tickets to The Resilience Project Community Session go on sale this Wednesday and you have a chance to WIN a family pass to the Grampians Music Festival.
Youth Journalist Jack Ward brings you the latest in Ararat news every Monday @ 5pm. Ararat’s Latest streams live on Facebook, available for catch-up on your favourit...
2020-02-1026 min
Wegermanns Down UnderEpisode 8 - Grampians National ParkEine Folge live aus dem Grampians National Park, VIC
2019-02-2712 min
WIA StreamJohn Martin, GWM Water – November Industry Cluster EveningListen to a podcast of John Martin of Grampians Wimmera Mallee Water presenting at the Water Industry Alliance November Cluster Evening. John is the Executive Manager, Sustainable Water and Infrastructure for the rural water utility GWM water. John spoke about some of the challenges facing the Grampians Wimmera Mallee region, including drought and the large […]
2010-11-2500 min
OhrenblickeDiashowDie Vorbereitungen für Folge 16 laufen und Wilson will unbedingt dabei sein. Aber seine Betteleien lassen mich kalt. Denn Folge 16 ist Poldi gewidmet.
Alle Ohrenblicke in dieser Folge wurden in den Jahren 2002 und 2003 in Australien aufgenommen:
Morgenstimmung bei “The Boulders” (Babinda, Queensland) mit Laughing Kookaburras
Paddeln in der Katherine Gorge
Straßenverkehr Melbourne, Zentrum
Waltzing Matilda gesungen von einer Plastikpuppe im Desert Park, Alice Springs
Zwei streitende Möwen
Regenwald am Lake Eacham
Abendstimmung im Karijini Nationalpark
Möwen und Touristen auf Phillip Island
McKenzie Falls, Grampians Nationalpark
Outbackfliegen
Start der Sydney Hobart Regatta (Sydney 2002)
Springendes Känguru...
2009-02-1503 min