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Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAndrew Wilson and the History of Kiama Golf ClubAt the June meeting of the Kiama Historical Society Andrew Wilson, who is the Kiama Golf Club historian, gave us a summary of the history of the Kiama Golf Club spanning 3 iterations and 3 locations, starting at Chapman Point, a brief period at the High School site and the last 90 years at Minnamurra . Andrew is interested in hearing from anyone who can help fill in some of the gaps in the history of Kiama Golf Club, and he can be contacted via the Club. Recorded 12.6.252025-07-121h 04
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCheryl Whyte and Kiama RotaryGabriela Cabral talks to Cheryl Whyte from Kiama Rotary about the programs they are currently involved in.This is part of her regular program Living Local at 9am Wednesday mornings on KCR. Recorded 2.7.252025-07-1035 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama's Best Shed CompetitionDuncan Hill Real Property is running a competition to find the best shed in the Kiama LGA and KCR's own Madeleine Scarfe is going to be the judge, in her other life as an architect. Bernie Hems talks to Boshko Gojkovic from Duncan Hill Property and Madeleine about the competition, which closes on July 25th 2025. Recorded 17.6.25.2025-07-0108 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastSally Bursell and Destination KiamaGabriela Cabral talks to Sally Bursell from Destination Kiama about Kiama's recent win as NSW Top Tourism Town for the second year in a row. Recorded as part of Gabi's regular program The Shop Around the Corner 11.6.25.2025-06-1723 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastPhil Whyte and Kiama RotaryBernie Hems talks to Phill Whyte, president of Kiama Rotary as part of her regular program Chat Tuesday. Recorded 10.6.252025-06-1724 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastElizabeth Burnett and the Kiama Business AwardsGabi Cabral talks to Elizabeth Burnett about the Kiama Business Awards being run by the Kiama Business Network. Entries close June 13th. Elizabeth Burnett is one of the proprietors of local garden centre Burnetts on Barney but is also on the board of the Kiama Business Network. Recorded 27.5.25. 2025-06-0228 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastRussell Fredericks; Plane Crashes in the LGAAt the April meeting of the Kiama Historic Society Russell Fredericks told us about three aeroplane crashes in the Kiama Local Government Area. Not much is known about these incidents but Russell has collected the information over many years, sparked by hearing about the first crash into Saddleback Mountain when he was a child, making this presentation a world exclusive! The talk was introduced by Sue Eggins, president of the Kiama Historical Society. Recorded 5.4.252025-05-2648 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastMat King and the Kiama Business NetworkIn this episode of The Shop Around the Corner Gabriela Cabral talks to Mat King. Mat started his podcast the South Coast Kook during COVID and this has now morphed into Creative Kooks, a workshop based business painting surfboards. Matt is also Vice President of the newly formed Kiama Business Network, formerly the Kiama and District Business Chamber.2025-05-2017 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCommunity Forum 1 - Draft Housing Strategy V2On 23rd April Melinda Lawton facilitated a free panel discussion for the community about Kiama Council’s Draft Housing Strategy V2. Melinda is a Kiama Councillor but was not representing Council at the event. The speakers wereDr Tony Gilmour who has an established reputation in urban planning and affordable housing. You can here Tony on many KCR podcasts in his capacity as housing expert but also history researcher and author and secretary of the Kiama Historical Society. Michelle Adair, CEO of the Housing Trust which is a Community Housing Provider based in Wollongong and ac...2025-05-1158 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCommunity Forum 2 - Draft Housing Strategy V2On 23rd April Melinda Lawton facilitated a free panel discussion for the community about Kiama Council’s Draft Housing Strategy V2. Melinda is a Kiama Councillor but was not representing Council at the event. The speakers wereDr Tony Gilmour who has an established reputation in urban planning and affordable housing. You can here Tony on many KCR podcasts in his capacity as housing expert but also history researcher and author and secretary of the Kiama Historical Society. Michelle Adair, CEO of the Housing Trust which is a Community Housing Provider based in Wollongong and ac...2025-05-1135 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastChat Tuesday; Alan Woodward 8.4.25Bernie Hems talks to Dr Alan Woodward about the evolution of the Kiama Central Precinct Committee into Kiama Matters, a new community based group aiming to inform, engage with and represent the community about issues that effect the built environment in the Kiama LGA.You can contact Kiama Matters at kiamamatters@gmail.com. Recorded 8.4.252025-04-2145 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastHousing Breakfast 1: Ed PatersonlOn April 11th Kiama Council lead a panel discussion to inform the public about Kiama Municipal Council's Draft Housing Strategy V2. The discussion was lead by Ed Paterson, Director Planning Environment and Communities. The panel consisted ofSimon Kersten – Chair, Illawarra UDIA CommitteeNatalie Allan – GM Strategic Projects & Growth, Southern Cross Community HousingCathryn Lyall – President, Kiama Business NetworkMadeleine Scarfe, architectThis is Part 1 of a 2 part podcast, where Ed Paterson summarised the Housing Strategy document. The Draft Housing Strategy V2 is on exhibition till April 27th, you can download it and comment here2025-04-1240 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastHousing Breakfast 2: Panel DiscussionOn April 11th Kiama Council lead a panel discussion to inform the public about the Draft Housing Strategy V2. The discussion was lead by Ed Paterson, Director Planning Environment and Communities. The panel consisted ofSimon Kersten – Chair, Illawarra UDIA CommitteeNatalie Allan – GM Strategic Projects & Growth, Southern Cross Community HousingCathryn Lyall – President, Kiama Business NetworkMadeleine Scarfe This is Part 2 of a 2 part podcast, which is a recording of the panel discussion, unedited. You can download and comment about Kiama Council's Draft Housing Strategy V2 here2025-04-121h 18
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastRascals and Respectables 1: Tony GilmourThe place was packed to the rafters at the launch of Dr Tony Gilmour’s book Rascals and Respectables, at the March Meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society. The book is a social history of the Kiama/ Gerringong/ Jamberoo area through the lens of the local pubs and drinking houses. The meeting was introduced by Sue Eggins, president of the Kiama and District Historical Society and the book was officially launched by Gareth Ward MP, state member for Kiama. This is Part 1 of the book launch, you can also hear Part 2 when the meeting retired to...2025-04-0148 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastChat Tuesday: Dr Tony Gilmour & the Draft Housing StrategyBernie Hems talks to housing expert Dr Tony Gilmour about housing in the Kiama LGA and specifically about the Draft Housing Strategy Version 2 which is coming before tonight’s Council meeting (18.2.25). Dr Gilmour shared that there are currently 74 people on the social housing waiting list in Kiama, including 9 individuals with very high needs. He noted that the waiting list is at least 10 years long, which may discourage some from registering despite needing housing support.According to Dr Gilmour, Kiama has 67 social housing properties. Between 1964 and 2021, 11 new properties were added to this stock. Social housing makes up...2025-02-1844 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastNick Hartgerink: The History of Blue HavenAt the September meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society Nick Hartgerink talked about the history of the Blue Haven Aged Care Facility in Kiama. In 2018 Nick was commissioned to write a book about the history of Blue Haven (Blue Haven: the first 40 years) to coincide with the opening of Blue Haven Bonaira, which is currently in the process of being sold. Nick is a retired journalist, ex editor of the Kiama Independent, an author and a long time local resident. Nick was introduced by Sue Eggins, President of the Kiama and District Histrical Society. 2025-01-0848 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastJane Caro at the Kiama Readers' FestivalWriter and Journalist Jane Caro was guest speaker at the Kiama Readers’ Festival gala dinner.Jane is a well known broadcaster and social commentator and is the author of 13 books including The Mother (2022) and Lyrebird, coming out in April 2025. Jane was interviewed by local writer Diana Plater and both were introduced by local writer Ryan Butta. Recorded July 22nd 2024. 2025-01-0652 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastOn Wadi Wadi Country: from the Mountains to the SeaThe August meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society was the official launch of Helen Laidlaw’s book On Wadi Wadi Country; From the Mountains to the Sea which, to quote Bruce Elder, is ‘a fascinating history of Kiama, particularly from the vantage point of the local First Nations people’. Helen Laidlaw is a former university librarian and teacher who has lived in the area for most of her life and has been researching the book for ten years. The book was launched by Bruce Elder and the meeting was introduced by Sue Eggins, presiden...2025-01-0539 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastBAD Sydney Crime Writers' Festival at the Kiama Readers' FestivalThe final session of the Kiama Readers’ Festival was a panel discussion co-sponsored by the BAD Sydney Crime Writers’ Festival, presented by Susan Turnbull, professor of Communications and Media at the University of Wollongong. Professor Turnbull interviewed retired journalists and successful crime writers Michael Brissenden and Chris Hammer, and the session was introduced by Perrie Crowshaw from the Friends of Kiama Library. 2025-01-0358 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAndra Putnis at the Kiama Readers' FestivalIn her book Stories My grandmothers Didn’t Tell Me Andra Putnis delves into the lives of her two Latvian grandmothers Aline Putnis and Milda Berzins, who fled the Nazi and Soviet Occupation of Latvia during World War II, finally settling in Australia after years of hardship.Andra spoke at the Kiama Readers’ Festival in July 2024. 2024-12-2645 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAround the Arenas - before the Kiama Football FestivalSydney Football Club organised the Kiama Football Festival on 14th and 15th of September at the Kiama Sports complex in conjunction with Kiama Junior Football Club where bands of young soccer players from as far away as Pennant Hills competed over the 2 days. Glenn Shepherd spoke to Billy Kirk from Sydney FC before the event. 2024-10-0307 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAround the Arenas - at the Kiama Football FestivalSydney Football Club organised the Kiama Football Festival on 14th and 15th of September at the Kiama Sports complex in conjunction with Kiama Junior Football Club, where bands of young soccer players from as far away as Pennant Hills competed over the 2 days. Glenn Shepherd rocked up on the day to see how it was going and to chat to Andrew Wales, President of the Kiama Football Club. 2024-10-0311 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThe Great Debate: Should the Mayor be directly elected?Currently the Mayor of Kiama is elected by the Councillors for a 2 year term. The upcoming Council elections on September 14th will include a referendum to decide whether or not, from the 2028 Council election, the Mayor will be directly elected by the voters in the Kiama Municipality, rather than by the Councillors. On 30th July 2024 The Bugle Newspaper organised a debate to present the arguments for and against this proposal. The event was held at the Kiama Leagues Club, the MC was Donna Portland from The Bugle, the Adjudicator was Bernie Hems from Kiama Community Ra...2024-08-0158 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastNadia Wheatley - Charmian Clift's final book, The End of the Morning.This presentation about Kiama born writer Charmian Clift is an informative and fascinating talk by Nadia Wheatley, Charmian’s renowned biographer and editor (The Life and Myth of Charmian Clift, published 2001). Nadia’s talk coincides with the recent release of Charmian’s latest and never-before- published “The End of the Morning”, based on Charmian’s childhood in Kiama. Nadia was instrumental in presenting the book for publication. This talk was presented at Kiama Library on 1st June 2024 and was a joint collaboration by Friends of Kiama Library (FOKL) and Kiama and District Historical Society (KDHS). Nadia is introdu...2024-06-1459 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama High School: LiamaFour students from the Banyalla Learning Centre at Kiama High School have officially completed KCR’s Introduction to Podcasting course and have embraced the medium enthusiastically. In this episode Liam presents Track talk where he tells us in great detail about the racetrack at Le Mans. 2024-01-2803 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama High School: RubyaFour students from the Banyella Learning Centre at Kiama High School have officially completed KCR’s Introduction to Podcasting course and have embraced the medium enthusiastically. In this episode Ruby interviews one of the Deputy Principals of Kiama High School, Gordana Sterjovska.2024-01-2809 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama High School: KylahaFour students from the Banyalla Learning Centre at Kiama High School have officially completed KCR’s Introduction to Podcasting course and have embraced the medium enthusiastically.In this episode Kylah interviews the Principal of Kiama High School, Catherine Glover.2024-01-2811 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama High School: EthanFour students from the Banyalla Learning Centre at Kiama High School have officially completed KCR’s Introduction to Podcasting course and have embraced the medium enthusiastically. In this episode Ethan presents the first in his series about the history of Sydney train stations. Episode 1: Central Station, Sydney Terminal. 2024-01-2804 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCarol Goddard interviews Maree ShepherdSinging in a group has been proven to give tremendous benefits for both physical and mental health and well-being. Join Carol as she chats with Maree Shepherd, Kiama Downs local , and Conductor of Sing Australia Kiama.You'll hear all about Maree's life and career, the group Sing Australia Kiama and the joy and friendship to be had singing in a choir.Recorded October 12, 2023 , Travel, Books and Life.2024-01-2858 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGuy Stearn - Kiama ShowThe 176th Kiama Show starts this Friday. Glenn Shepherd talks to Guy Stern, President of the Kiama Show Society, about what we can expect at this year's show. 2024-01-2309 min
Kiama Community Radio's Podcast'Twas the Night Before Christmas - Group CA remarkable event happened in Kiama Heights just before Christmas and we captured it on record! School Hall Performing Arts presents a very Kiama adaptation of T'was The Night Before Christmas recorded at their recent Kiama School Holiday Drama Camp and featuring some very talented local kids:Leilahni McKay Rebel Carey Penny Gordon Eddan Inglis Ella Lucassen Lucy Trist Ebony Franke Layla Brien 2023-12-3005 min
Kiama Community Radio's Podcast'Twas the Night Before Christmas - Group BA remarkable event happened in Kiama Heights just before Christmas and we captured it on record! School Hall Performing Arts presents a very Kiama adaptation of T'was The Night Before Christmas recorded at their recent Kiama School Holiday Drama Camp and featuring some very talented local kids:Quinn Hancock Billy McKean Francisca Galves Elle Moller Zoe Ingram Myla O’Brien Indigo Pomfret Evie Brunsdon 2023-12-3005 min
Kiama Community Radio's Podcast'Twas the Night Before Christmas - Group AA remarkable event happened in Kiama Heights just before Christmas and we captured it on record! School Hall Performing Arts presents a very Kiama adaptation of T'was The Night Before Christmas recorded at their recent Kiama School Holiday Drama Camp and featuring some very talented local kids:Evie McAlary Ginny McAlary Samara Kelly Milla Dent Lily O’Brien Zara Urquhart Peter Faustmannk Ari Easther 2023-12-3005 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastDr.Tony Gilmour: An Aboriginal Voice in HousingDr Tony Gilmour launched his new book An Aboriginal Voice in Housing with a panel discussion co-hosted by the Kiama Historical Society and the Friends of Kiama Library. The book is about the history of housing for aboriginal people in Australia, in particular the South Eastern Aboriginal Regional Management Service (SEARMS) and was written with Uncle Tom Slockee who founded SEARMS in 2003 and is still the Chairman. The Panel discussion was lead by Perrie Crowshaw, president of the Friends of Kiama Library and included Dr Tony Gilmour, Tom Slockee and Kim Sinclair, CEO of SEARMS si...2023-12-0758 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastStudents from Kiama High SchoolOur studio recently welcomed four enthusiastic students - Ethan, Liam, Kylah and Ruby - from Kiama High School, accompanied by their teacher Mr. Williams and it was all about having a go at the exciting world of radio! 📣Gabriela Cabral from Kiama Community Radio is working with the students to teach them how to make their own podcasts, and Kiama Community Radio looks forward to publishing them when they are ready to launch. Thankyou Kiama High School, for making our studio buzz with the vibrant energy of these young learners. Your dedication to fostering curiosity and e...2023-11-2413 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAboriginal Housing in Kiama At the July meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society, coinciding with Naidoc Week, Aunty Joyce Donovan and Dr Tony Gilmour spoke about the history of aboriginal housing in the Kiama area; Aunty Joyce from lived experience and Tony Gilmour more from a research perspective.2023-09-0553 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThankyou to KCR presenters, past and present.Kiama Community Radio turned 3 in July 2023.This is a tribute to all presenters past and present whose voices you have heard on Kiama Community Radio since our first podcast in July 2020, the majority of whom had no radio or podcast experience before they signed up. This audio file was put together by Madeleine Scarfe, who has been in charge of editing, assembling and uploading podcasts since the beginning. Madeleine is the only person who has heard every word that has ever been podcast by Kiama Community Radio. 2023-08-2603 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCharmian Clift and her essays about KiamaIn this the centenary year of the birth of Charmian Clift, Dr Julian Neylan gave a presentation to the March meeting of the Kiama Historical Society about Charmian Clift and her essays which relate specifically to Kiama, where she was born, and her experience of growing up here. https://www.kiamahistory.com/https://www.charmianclift.com.au/2023-04-0554 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThomas Chapman By Sue LarkSue Lark was the Director of the Kiama Family History Centre for three years after volunteering there for ten years, retiring in 2019 and has since written a book about Thomas Chapman who built Hartwell House, and after whom Chapman Street was named. At the February meeting of the Kiama Historical Society Sue Lark gave a talk about the life of Thomas Chapman and how he contributed to the history of Kiama. 2023-03-1844 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastBecky Guggisberg and the Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival On the Eve of the 36th Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival, the Festival Director Becky Guggisberg talks to Gabi Cabral about the year’s festival and the State of the Arts in Kiama.https://www.kiamajazzandbluesfestival.com.au/2023-03-0617 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama and Skiiing in NSWAt the November meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society Alan Fredericks spoke a bit about the history of skiiing in Australia, the development of the skifields in NSW and their links to Kiama and Jamberoo, and how the Kiama Lodge came about. https://www.kiamaalpineclub.org.auhttps://www.kiamahistory.com/2023-02-1244 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama U3A: Learn Laugh LiveTerm 1 of Kiama U3A commences at the Beginning of February. Candy Andersen talks to Sandy Morse about what's on offer and how to get involved. https://kiama.u3anet.org.au/courses-term-1-2023/Music: Pearl Noire Be Happyhttps://www.facebook.com/realpearlnoire/2023-01-2316 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastIan Hornsby: Rock, Rock, Rock around KiamaIan Hornsby talks about the geomorphology of the Kiama Area, including some history about quarrying in the area. The Geomorphology describes the landscape formations resulting from the frces of nature over time, as opposed to the geology, which is more specifically about the different rock types. This talk was recorded at the September meeting of the Kiama and District Historical Society.https://www.facebook.com/pilotscottage/2022-10-0343 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAffordable Housing ForumDr Tony Gilmore talks about the nuts and bolts of the affordable housing shortage in the Kiama LGA with a panel of local leaders: Mayor Neil Reilly, State member for Kiama Gareth Ward and CEO Of Southern Cross Housing, Alex Pontello, recorded at the latest Kiama Central Precinct Meeting on Tuesday 27th September at the Joyce Wheatley Centre. Thanks to Mark Greaves and John Greer of the KCP for their assistance.2022-09-3054 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEpisode 4: Chainsaw me GentlyKiama Old Time Radio Shows presents Journey Through Night, the adventures of Blaine, the Supernatural Detective. Journey Through Night is written and produced by Mark Whalan and all cast members live in the Kiama LGA and have no prior experience in radio plays. If you’d like to be a part of Journey Through Night, which promises be a regular presentation of Kiama Community Radio, contact Mark Whalan at microfissures@icloud.com 2022-09-0414 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEpisode 3: Evil Clown DreamingKiama Old Time Radio Shows presents Journey Through Night, the adventures of Blaine, the Supernatural Detective.Journey Through Night is written and produced by Mark Whalan and all cast members live in the Kiama LGA and have no prior experience in radio plays.If you’d like to be a part of Journey Through Night, which promises be a regular presentation of Kiama Community Radio, contact Mark Whalan atmicrofissures@icloud.com | 2022-08-2613 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGood Librations: It’s all about You(th)Kiama Community Radio is proud to present Good Librations, a podcast produced by Kiama Library. Carla James is the outreach officer for Kiama Library and Lauren Watkins is the outreach officer for Gerringong Library, and in this regular podcast they talk about all things book related, plus a focus on a single literary topic of their choosing. This week the topic is niche genres. https://library.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home | 2022-08-241h 09
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEpisode 2: The Voodoo You DoKiama Old Time Radio presents Journey Through Night, the adventures of Blaine, the Supernatural Detective.Journey Through Night is written and produced by Mark Whalan and all cast members live in the Kiama LGA and have no prior experience in radio plays.If you’d like to be a part of Journey Through Night, which promises to be a regular presentation of Kiama Community Radio, contact Mark Whalan atmicrofissures@icloud.com2022-08-1914 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEpisode 1: The Dead ClientKiama Old Time Radio presents Journey Through Night, the adventures of Blaine, the Supernatural Detective. Journey Through Night is written and produced by Mark Whalan and all cast members live in the Kiama LGA and have no prior experience in radio plays. If you’d like to be a part of Journey Through Night, which promises be a regular presentation of Kiama Community Radio, contact Mark Whalan at microfissures@icloud.com2022-08-1413 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGood Librations Episode 4: Fairy talesKiama Community Radio is proud to present Good Librations, a podcast produced by Kiama Library. Carla James is the outreach officer for Kiama Library and Lauren Watkins is the outreach officer for Gerringong Library, and in this regular podcast they talk about all things book related, plus a focus on a single literary topic of their choosing. This week the topic is fairy tales. https://library.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home2022-07-2056 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastJoy and Tom Boyd and the Kiama Table Tennis ClubJoy and Tom Boyd met through table tennis and went on to start the Kiama Table tennis Club. This week we have a new presenter, Carol Goddard, talking to Joy and Tom about their sporting achievements and how the club has developed.https://thebuglenewspaper.com.au/community/sporting-clubs/kiama-table-tennis-club?id=6135f4bb2b86e4002b813893 2022-06-2016 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGood Librations: Niche GenresKiama Community Radio is proud to present Good Librations, a podcast produced by Kiama Library. Carla James is the outreach officer for Kiama Library and Lauren Watkins is the outreach officer for Gerringong Library, and in this regular podcast they talk about all things book related, plus a focus on a single literary topic of their choosing. This week the topic is niche genres. https://library.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home2022-06-0840 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGood Librations: Book to screen AdaptationsKiama Community Radio is proud to present Good Librations, a podcast produced by Kiama Library. Carla James is the outreach officer for Kiama Library and Lauren Watkins is the outreach officer for Gerringong Library, and in this regular podcast they talk about all things book related, plus a focus on a single literary topic of their choosing. This week the team is joined by Lauren Mills to discuss book to screen adaptations.https://library.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home2022-05-0946 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastDogs of Kiama and their humans.In this the first of 2 dog related episodes, Bernie Hems talks all things dogs, including talking to some local dog owners ;- Carolyn Lee is lobbying Kiama Municipal Council for a fenced off-leash dog park;- Brian Warren, the immediate past president of Rotary Gerringong who interacted with Council regarding dogs at the Gerringong Market, run by Rotary. -Councillor Stuart Larkins who is on the Council Committee for Compassionate Animals-Rachel and Dylan who took their pyjama-clad greyhounds to Kiama's Street Soiree.https://www.change.org/p/kiama-needs-a-fenced-off-leash-dog-park2022-05-0420 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastGood Librations: An Ode to PoetryKiama Community Radio is proud to present Good Librations, a podcast produced by Kiama Library. Carla James is the outreach officer for Kiama Library and Lauren Watkins is the outreach officer for Gerringong Library, and in this regular podcast they talk about all things book related, plus a focus on a single literary topic of their choosing. This week the topic is poetry. https://library.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home2022-04-0547 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThe South Coast Kook: Women Love Adventure KiamaKiama Community Radio is proud to present The South Coast Kook, a podcast by Mat King focusing on the people he meets through his passion for surfing. Today Mat talks to Kathe Kiama, who has started the group Women Love Adventure Kiama 2022-04-0430 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastInternational Women's Day 2Bernie Hems brings you a snapshot of events from the International Women’s Day event at the Kiama Pavilion.In this episode:-Kelly Marriott Stratham- Maddie Costanzo-Kiama Illawarra Pride choir singing One Short Day- Student Sarah Baxter and Principal Catherine Glover from Kiama High School2022-03-1524 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastInternational Women's Day 1Bernie Hems brings you a snapshot of events from the International Women’s Day event at the Kiama Pavilion.In this episode:-Aunty Joyce Donovan – Welcome to Country-Aunty Munya Andrews-Kiama Illawarra Pride Choir singing Stand By Me-Jane Stroud, Chief Executive Officer for Kiama Municipal Council-Imogen Draisma, Deputy Mayor of Kiama2022-03-1432 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Heights Railway LandsThere’s a public meeting on today at 6pm about the potential sale of the land above the railway tunnel in Kiama Heights, which the locals are eager to prevent. In this episode Rayner Zuch from the Kiama Heights Residents Group tells us more about it. Mayor Reilly supports the residents and is planning to be at the meeting.2022-03-0604 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Jazz and Blues Festival 2022Helen Lear talks to the director of the Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival about this year’s line-up. The festival is being held March 11th-13th. https://www.kiamajazzandbluesfestival.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/kiamajazzandblues Music: Hurricane by the Sun Bears2022-03-0220 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThe Kiama Pipe BandGabi Cabral talks to members of the Kiama Pipe Band: Pipe Major Paul Wells, pipers John Kenny and John Morrison, snare drummer Jim Cosgrave and bass drummer Deb Reilly . The easiest way to hear the Kiama Pipe Band is to visit the Blowhole at 10am Monday mornings where the band practices, and you too can be serenaded by the pipes overlooking the ocean. 2022-02-2311 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters: South Kiama Rezoning ProtestKCR reporter Bernie Hems was there last Saturday, capturing the atmosphere in Hindmarsh park. This was Kiama’s last effort to convince the Planning Minister Anthony Roberts that the people of Kiama do not want the rezoning of the South Kiama land to proceed. You can write to the NSW Govt. to register your opinion: here are a few websites that could help. https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/ministers/minister-for-planning-and-homeshttps://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/ministers/minister-for-education-and-early-learninghttps://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/ministers/minister-for-water-property-and-housing2022-02-0121 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Show Jan 2022The Kiama Show is back in 2022. Gabi Cabral talks to Michael Brennan about his long involvement with the Kiama Show and Mark Whalan’s Heritage Hotspot gives us an idiosyncratic history of the Show. https://www.kiamashow.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/thesunbearsband/ 2021-12-0522 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters: South Kiama Rezoning ProtestJoin Bernie Hems as she accompanies 40 or so people on a bus trip to Sydney in an attempt to meet with Rob Stokes, head of the Department of Planning, Industry and the Environment. In October the DPIE decided to progress the proposal to rezone a large tract of land in South Kiama against the recommendation of Kiama Municipal Council, and despite extensive community opposition. 2021-11-0518 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters: L'Etape information for the communityL'Etape 2021 is scheduled for the weekend of November 27th/28th. The organisers of the event, Megan Peters and Florient Malezieux addressed Tuesday's Kiama Central Precinct meeting about what that means for the community, and how local businesses can get involved. Questions and concerns can be directed to Megan Peters at community@l'etapeaustralia.com2021-06-2534 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThe Death Cafe KiamaRoger Fyfe talks to Kay Cope and Rosemary Kitchen about the worldwide phenomenon Death Café which has now started in Kiama. The intention of Death Café is to help us all become more comfortable in talking about death, as we are all going to face it sooner or later. The next Death Café is Sunday 30th May at Industrial Brew from 2 till 4pm. 2021-05-2629 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters- South Kiama Rezoning ProposalSouth Kiama Rezoning Proposal Discussion from The Kiama Central Precinct Meeting where Ed Patterson from Kiama Municipal Council answers questions about the proposal to rezone a parcel of land in South Kiama.2021-04-2920 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastMakers and Creators at Kiama LibraryGabi Cabral talks to Carla James, the coordinator of the Makers and Creators program at Kiama Library, about the 2021 Makers and Creators schedule. Learn MORE2021-04-2114 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters - Council Roundup - April 2021Jeremy Prangell and Kim Elder give us a summary of what’s been happening at Kiama Municipal Council in the last month.2021-04-0903 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters - 85 Attunga AveAlan Woodward explains the history and current status of 85 Attunga Ave Kiama Heights which looks like a standard residential block of vacant land but is classified as community land. Kiama Municipal Council wants to reclassify it in order to sell it and the Kiama Heights Residents’ Group is fighting to keep it as much needed public space.2021-04-0111 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastAna de la Vega and Daniel RoehnJoin Gabriela Cabral speaking with renowned musicians Ana de la Vega and Daniel Roehn. Ana and Daniel chat about what drew them into the professional world of music, their careers and some of their early musical influences, the move to Kiama from Germany, and a few of their latest local projects. Ana and Daniel are performing on 27th and 28th March in their new Kiama concert series. Grab your tickets from the Kiama Visitors Center. And enjoy 3 special pieces of music from Ana and Daniel, performing at the Wi...2021-03-1744 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters- Kiama Harbour Reviatlisation follow up...Public discussion about the Kiama Harbour Revitalisation Strategic Framework, recorded at last week’s Kiama Central Precinct meeting. The Mayor Mark Honey, Councillors Reilly, Way and Rice, acting General Manager of Kiama Council Jessica Rippon express their views. 2021-03-0423 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEp 46- History of Kiama Jazz & Blues FestivalJoin host Roger Fyfe as he interviews past presidents of the Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival Steve Ivory and Ross Eggleton about their experiences and talks with the current ‘caretaker’ Becky Guggisberg about this year’s festival. Listen in to hear music from a raft of past and present performers including Jodie Michael & James Heazelwood Dale, Corey Legge, Crawfish Po'Boys, Ray Beadle, Benji and The Saltwater Sound System and The Sunbears. To share any news, tips or interview suggestions, email kcradiocontent@gmail.com2021-03-0351 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama LGA Matters- Kiama Hrbour RevitalisationJoin hosts Madeleine Scarfe and Jeremy Prangnell for the first episode of our new regular program “Kiama LGA Matters”. A program to keep you up to date on community LGA issues and local Council news in the Council Roundup segment. Listen in to hear more about the Kiama Harbour Revitalisation Plan and news on the four local community Precincts groups, the North, South, Central and Jamberoo Residents & Ratepayers Association. And a heads up, the Kiama Central Precinct group are meeting tonight Tuesday 23 February, to discuss the Kiama Harbour Revitalisation Plan at the Joyce...2021-02-2306 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastEp 45 - Tricia AshelfordJoin host Gabi Cabral as she speaks with Tricia Ashelford, Manager of the Kiama Farmers’ Market and recipient of Kiama Council’s 2021 Citizen of the Year Award. Tricia tells us about the important role that the Kiama Farmers’ Market plays in our community, especially through the trials and tribulations of the past year. From bushfires to COVID-19, the Kiama Farmers’ Market played an integral role in keeping the community supported and safe. If you’re a community group looking to get involved in the markets you can contact the Kiama Farmers’ Market by email...2021-02-0814 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastInterviews From The Other SideHappy New Year and welcome back to Kiama Community Radio! Join host Neil Reilly for the first in a new series – Interviews From The Other Side. In this inaugural episode, Neil interviews Captain James Cook. Listen in to learn more about this fascinating new series. Fred Hollis is back with answers to the last Cryptic Kiama Clues and a brand new set of questions, so listen in to see if you know the answers. Music is by local artists George Royter and The Water Runners. T...2021-01-2722 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastJourney through 2020 and the Kiama ShowFor our last episode of the year, join us for a wander through the highs and lows of 2020! Join host Gabriella Cabral as she speaks with local musician John Littrich from The Water Runners about their song “The End of the Year”, written in the aftermath of last summer’s bushfires. Gabi also speaks with musician Howard Collins about his song “COVID what do we know?” Gabi also speaks with Kiama Show President, Neil McLaren about the upcoming Kiama Show and how the organisation has adapted to the changing circumstances of this year. 2020-12-2327 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCarols In The Carpark at Church PointJoin host Roger Fyfe as he talks to Kiama Anglican Church minister Aiden Sibrava and tech expert Joel King about mounting this year’s Carols In Our Carpark and what it means after the year that has been. Fred Hollis is back with answers to the last Cryptic Kiama Clues and a brand new set of questions, so listen in to see if you know the answers. Music is by local musician George Royter with a track from his Christmas Cove album and Steve Inman and the Kiama Anglican Church Band.2020-12-2139 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastCheryl Pearce and the Kiama Country Women’s AssociationJoin host Fred Hollis as he speaks with Cheryl Pearce, President of the Kiama Country Women’s Association. Cheryl chats about her life, how she became involved with the CWA and the changing role of the CWA in Australia. Listen in to hear tracks from Wollongong-based independent singer-songwriter, Graeme Hush. Sales from his latest album Better Now go towards raising money for research and support for three children in his community who suffer from rare childhood diseases. To contribute, please visit Graeme’s Facebook page. To share any news, tips or interview suggestions, email...2020-12-0928 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastJohn and Cheryl Pearce + Cryptic Kiama CluesJoin host Karen Lang as she speaks with local John Pearce and his wife Cheryl, who were separated for nine months this year when John flew to the UK in February and was unexpectedly stranded until November. Host Fred Hollis is back with another instalment of Cryptic Kiama Clues. Listen in to hear music from local band, The Vanns and Wyllem, courtesy of KCR sponsor KHM Recordings. To share any news, tips or to send in your answers to the quiz, email kcradiocontent@gmail.com2020-11-3022 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastLeanne Mitchell from the Gerringong Association and Number$ CountEp 31 - Leanne Mitchell from the Gerringong Association and Number$ Count Join host Gabriella Cabral as she speaks with Leanne Mitchell, the owner of Gerringong accounting practice, Number$ Count. After 25 years in business, Leanne speaks about the importance of supporting and strengthening the local business community and the changes she has witnessed over the last quarter century. Leanne is also a community advocate for change as Treasurer of the Gerringong Association, which was formed to develop the retail landscape in Gerringong after the closure of the ANZ Bank in 2017. She has als...2020-11-1828 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Arts Special Part 2 – Terra Art Gallery Opening and Cryptic Kiama CluesJoin host Roger Fyfe as he speaks with Kiama’s latest gallery offering, Terra Art Gallery, home to a wide range of South Coast artists. Terra Art Gallery will be open to the public from this Saturday 14 November with a launch event from 6pm at Terralong St. With music by Kiama singer/songwriter Joe Mungovan and local vocalist, Pearl Noire, host Fred Hollis will be back with this week’s Cryptic Kiama Clues. To share any news, tips, interview suggestions or to answer the quiz, email kcradiocontent@gmail.com Li...2020-11-1131 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Arts Special Part 1 - Artist Robyn Sharp and the Kiama Arts TrailJoin host Perrie Croshaw as she speaks with renowned local artist, Robyn Sharpin her Foxground studio. Robyn talks about her globe-trotting early career, her love of the South Coast landscape and her thoughts on the importance of the arts in society. For your chance to win one of Robyn’s spectacular paintings, you can purchase tickets in the KCR Christmas raffle, which will be drawn by Robyn at Yves at The Sebel in Kiama at 5pm on Tuesday 1 December. Raffle tickets are $10 each and can be purchased from KCR volunteers at t...2020-11-0930 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastKiama Kids with local children’s book authors Melissa Mylchreest and Helen LearJoin host Candy Anderson as she speaks with two local Kiama LGA children’s book authors, Melissa Mylchreest and Helen Lear. Melissa Mylchreest, founder of King Street Press and Rewilding Life, recently launched Kiama Passport for Kids, a children’s activity book – loved by locals and equally excellent for visiting families – that accompanies children as they explore seven nearby nature spots from Minnamurra Rainforest to Blackhead Reserve in the south. Helen Lear, communications consultant, writer and Kiama Community Radio volunteer, talks about the inspiration behind her first children’s book, Frankie Pants and Mr...2020-11-0428 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastLocal artist Jamie Cole and brand new segment, Heritage HotspotsJoin renowned local artist Robyn Sharp as she talks with fellow Kiama artist, Jamie Cole about his current show ‘Don’t POP over to my place’, his Pop Art-influenced practice, his career and the role of the artist. Jamie and his husband, Bruce Ferguson also own and run the Art Bar Kiama where ‘Don’t POP over to my place’ is currently showing until 29 November. This episode also introduces a new segment, Heritage Hotspots, where presenter Mark Whalan explores true but little-known stories from Kiama’s rich past. Today we hear about William Kelly, a local tailor and...2020-10-2822 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastLocal vocalist Pearl Noire and Cryptic Kiama CluesJoin host Gabi Cabral as she speaks with a local vocalist, Pearl Noire. Born and raised in London, Pearl talks about moving to Australia, her wide tastes in music and some of her career highlights. With music by Pearl Noire, Fred Hollis also brings us the latest instalment of Cryptic Kiama Clues. To answer the quiz, share any news, tips or interview suggestions, email kcradiocontent@gmail.com.2020-10-2628 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastInterview: Ken TuckerJoin host Madeleine Scarfe as she talks with renowned Kiama artist, Ken Tucker about his exhibition, Escapism, currently showing at the Old Fire Station until 21 October. Ken speaks about his 40-year career and some of the techniques involved and motivations behind creating his work. Ken and his wife, Leah Tucker also run Two Gulls Art Studio and Gallery in Kiama Downs which is open to the public via appointment. To visit, email twogulls@hotmail.com To view the full video interview between Ken and Leah visit Kiama Community Radio. 2020-10-1420 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastMaggie White and John Studden from the Kiama Inn HotelJoin host Gabi Cabral as she talks to the owners of the oldest business in the Kiama Municipality, Kiama Inn Hotel (aka Tory’s) and plays music from The Water Runners. Current owners Maggie White and John Studden chat about restoring the hotel’s old charms, finding local memorabilia to tell the story of the pub’s past and serving the Kiama locals in these tricky times. To share any news, tips or interview suggestions, email kcradiocontent@gmail.com. 2020-10-0516 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastJoe Mungovan and Cryptic Kiama CluesJoin host Helen Lear for this week’s feature interview and music from Kiama-born singer songwriter, Joe Mungovan. Best known for his emotive indie folk-pop sounds, Helen chats to Joe about the songwriting process, launching his latest release ‘You + Me’ during COVID and dreams for touring in the near future. Presenter Fred Hollis is back with his weekly Cryptic Kiama Clues, asking locals to search their knowledge banks for answers to questions about the Kiama local government area. To share your feedback, stories or enter this week’s quiz, emai...2020-09-2824 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastThe Water Runners and Cryptic Kiama CluesHost Graeme Gherashe is back to introduce an interview and music from Gerringong/Kiama band The Water Runners and this week’s Cryptic Kiama Clues. The bluegrass/folk band’s guitarist and vocalist John Littrich chats to presenter Gabi Cabral about how the band got together, the creative process, coping with COVID-19 and writing a new track about this year’s bushfires, ‘End of the year’. Presenter Fred Hollis is back with the answers to the last Cryptic Kiama Clues and asks listeners to search their knowledge banks for answers to this week’s...2020-09-2126 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastRyan Twemlow, film makerJoin host Madeleine as she introduces this week’s interview with a local community member, music from Rhea Mangles and the Cryptic Kiama Clues quiz. This week, presenter Perrie Croshaw speaks with award-winning local filmmaker, Ryan Twemlow. At just 16 years of age, Ryan has already won four National Film Awards and had his films shown at the Sydney Opera House. Perrie chats to him about his latest project Talented Teens, a documentary series about incredible teenagers in NSW that shine in the arts, academia and sports. Presenter Fred Hollis is back with his week...2020-09-0718 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastBelinda Hibbert, Jamberoo Community Preschool.Join host Neil Reilly as he introduces an interview with a local community member, music from Claire Roberts and this week’s Cryptic Kiama Clues quiz.This week, presenter Gabi Cabral talks to Belinda Hibbert, director of Jamberoo Community Preschool, and the kids at their temporary home at the School of Arts about the recent flooding that has closed their building and what locals can do to help.Presenter Fred Hollis introduces Cryptic Kiama Clues and asks locals to search their knowledge banks for answers to questions about the Kiama local government area. Listeners are en...2020-08-3116 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastElizabeth Skorulis from Kiama LibraryJoin host Roger Fyfe as he introduces an interview with a member of our local community, a new quiz show and music from local artists David Christopher, The Water Runners and Corey LeggeIn this week’s interview, presenter Helen Lear talks to Elizabeth Skorulis, Children’s Services Officer at Kiama Library. With a lifelong love of libraries and books and a passion for storytelling, Elizabeth jumped at the chance of becoming the Children’s Library Officer five years ago. She now runs all of the library’s storytime sessions and children’s activities and talks to Helen abou...2020-08-2430 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastLEO, Kate Mather, Cameron McDonaldGraeme Gherashe and Diana McLaren host this week’s episode as we chat to three more locals and hear more of our hilarious local Kids’ Jokes!Diana opens the episode chatting to local musician LEO about life during the lockdown, living a minimal life on the road and making new music. LEO is an acoustic folk singer-songwriter who has performed at countless venues and events including the iconic Heritage Hotel Bulli and Falls Festival Byron Bay. She is now working on her first EP.Cameron McDonald is a lawyer at one of our founding Community Part...2020-08-1041 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastTom Anderson, KHM Recordings, Haworth GuitarsJoin host Fred Hollis for this latest episode of Kiama Community Radio as we chat to four more members of our local community and introduce a brand new segment – Kids’ Jokes!Presenter Neil Reilly opens the hour, chatting to his neighbour and local doctor Julliana who gives her insights into acclimatising to life in Kiama having moved here from Brazil.Kiama resident Tom Anderson has been writing music for over 30 years. He has composed prize-winning piano rags and collaborated on flute, violin and piano suites. He chats to presenter Gabi Cabral about the musical process, being...2020-08-0356 min
Kiama Community Radio's PodcastPilot- Mark Whalan, Claire Roberts, Pacific AvenueThis is the first episode of Kiama Community Radio. Join your co-hosts Graeme Gherashe and Diana McLaren to learn more about us and what we do. We have three incredible interviews for you. Historian Mark Whalan opens the pilot, chatting with presenter Gabi Cabral about how he’s been immersed in Kiama local history since childhood after his mother helped found the Pilot's Cottage Museum. This led to him looking at Kiama history with the eyes of a journalist on the blog kiamalocalhistory. Drummer Dom Littrich from Gerringong/Kiama band...2020-07-1452 min
The Marketing Podcast - Digital Marketing tips and insightsEpisode 52 - Marketing Advice I got from Eric Siu ( Founder Single Grain Los Angeles )One problem a lot of us marketing professionals face is the fact of not knowing where to start from in our marketing career. There is simply a lot to learn in Marketing and being an expert at everything seems rather confusing if not impossible. I have had the same problem as I am at the entry level of my marketing career and I got the privilege of getting a response from Eric Siu on this question. It does not have to be complicated and one thing Eric shared was focusing on one subject at a time. Start for example...2020-04-1608 min
The Marketing Podcast - Digital Marketing tips and insightsEpisode 50 : Should you simply pay Google & avoid SEOI received a question on why it's important to go through the hassle of doing SEO which takes a ton of work and patience whereas paying Google Ads will still rank you at the first page of their Search Engine Result Page. This is a valid question and it's always very interesting to listen to the perspective other people have on different subjects. The short answer is, SEO is playing the long game and generates genuine organic traffic that gives you an edge over your competition. More of my opinion on the subject is in the episode.
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The Marketing Podcast - Digital Marketing tips and insightsEpisode 49 - 5 Growth Tools for your businessHey Marketing Podcast Listeners, Here is a list of growth tools discussed in Episode 49 ;
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The Marketing Podcast - Digital Marketing tips and insightsBrand Equity-SIFTGroupX-Our next ProjectBrand Equity-SIFTGroupX-Our next Project by Augustine Kiama--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/augustine-kiama/message2019-11-1106 min