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iHeart Shoalhaven
by iHeartPodcasts Australia
Meet the news-makers putting local first across the Shoalhaven, on the issues that matter most to your region.
Episodes
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Mussel-ing Mother Nature!
Diver Rod Sleathe has reported a rise in the presence of rogue mussels in parts of Jervis Bay, and is concerned about any expansion of a fledgling mussel farm in the bay's pristine waters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Australia Votes 2025: Never Under-estimate the Bush!
Political candidates chasing votes in the Shoalhaven have been warned to keep the issues close to home. We chat with Liz Ritchie from the Regional Australia Institute on why your vote will matter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dr Kate Manderson - High Flying Medico!
She's been a GP in the Shoalhaven for decades, but not many know, Dr Manderson's has a specialised side hustle as CASA's go-to doc to ensure our pilots are fit to fly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Rod Duffy - Going The Distance!
At 65, this Jervis Bay triathlete has just clocked his 20th Huski Triathlon Festival, and he's challenging other seniors to get out there! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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One Man's Treasure....
Discover how Shoalhaven school teacher Mike Turner, with his trusty metal detector, has created an entire army of treasure hunters dedicated to re-uniting lost stuff with their super-grateful owners! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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BORN TO BE MILD!
Get your motor runnin' with a posse of socially-motivated Shoalhaven motorcycle riders feeling the need not for speed, but for doing good deeds for those facing a tough road of their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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"Lucy in the Surf..and Shining!"
She's 15 and being touted as better than Sally Fitzgibbon at her age. And Gerringong's Lucy Durragh's family is doing everything to keep this goofy-footer riding the wave of success! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Paul Green - Freedom Fighter
The former Shoalhaven Mayor is a long way from his council days worried about rates and wheelie bins. Paul Green is now a global crusader against modern slavery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Power Of The Purge
Hey - there's no judgement from professional de-clutterer Kitty Brooker when she walks into your home. Her Clutter Cat business in the Shoalhaven helps many who feel overwhelmed with simply having too much stuff! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Ghost Whisperer
Tamara Watson is no stranger to many in the Shoalhaven - those alive and well, and those, not so alive anymore. Her South Coast Ghost Tours are a must-do for anyone brave enough to connect with "the other side". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jim Wild - Unshucking Believable!
You can't go past Shoalhaven Oysters, and local legend Jim Wild once held the world shucking title for 10 years! But as he slips into semi-retirement, Jim remains passionate about ensuring our pristine river system continues to produce prestige oysters for generations to come. See...
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Making The Breast Of It!
Kerry Patford is the Chief nurse of the McGrath's Foundation, and she leads an army of 300+ breast care nurses, including those in the Shoalhaven. Kerry believes women diagnosed in regional areas should be putting themselves first to improve their outcomes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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The Return of the 45 Degree Tree Rule
Carlene Timbs lost her husband Gordon 26 years ago, when a 30 metre gum tree crashed through their home. In this episode, she reveals how the defeat of the Greens in the recent local election, will hopefully spare anyone from the heartache her family has endured. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
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Sacred Birthing
You might have heard a lot of misinformation around the $22mill Waminda Birthing on Country centre being built in Nowra. So what exactly is it, and how hard has our indigenous community lobbied to have it built? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Girls Just Wanna Have...STEM!
As more girls and young women are being encouraged to get into science, technology, engineering and maths, meet the three Ulladulla High School students who have taken Lego to next level by way of robotics! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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It's A White-Wash!
People power on September 14 delivered a deafening message in the local council elections. After 16 years, the Greens are out, and new independent Mayor Patricia White is ready to rein in spending and make big changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ron Coote - An Immortal in Our Midst
He's a 6 times NRL premiership legend but Ron Coote wears his god-like status with modesty. Now living in Lake Conjola, Ron reflects on his amazing career and the devastation of losing his home in the Black Summer bushfires. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jemma Tribe - Back To Basics
In the last of our profiles on who's running to be Shoalhaven Mayor, Independent Jemma Tribe says the local elections are a chance for a fresh financial start for Shoalhaven Council which ranks as one of the biggest spenders! Time to tighten the belt... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Kaye Gartner - Why Green Is Good
Could Shoalhaven City Council end up being greener on the other side of this weekend's local elections? Greens candidate Kay Gartner is standing as Mayor, and says her team is more than just recycling and zero emissions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The "White" Stuff to be Mayor
Independent councillor Patricia White knows Shoalhaven City Council needs to lift its game with ratepayers, so what is she planning to offer as she eyes the top job in the September local elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A Liberal Dose of Stuff-Ups!
There'll be no Liberal candidates on the ballot for the Shoalhaven local council elections, after the NSW Liberal honchos failed to meet the deadline to register nominations. So what do local Libs - Serena Copley, Paul Ell and Luka Sekora - really think about having their political ambitions...
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"Nowhere To Go"
The stats say it all.. women make up 39% of homeless Australians! In this episode, the boss of Salt Ministries - one of the Shoalhaven’s smaller but critical players in emergency accommodation - fears it may have to close its doors as politicians baulk on funding promises. See...
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Greg Watson - 50 Years of Service
Retiring Shoalhaven councillor Greg Watson has spent half a century actively shaping the Shoalhaven from a shire of little coastal villages into the thriving city it is today. And he's hoping those taking the reins will preserve the essence of his favourite place on the planet. See...
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Dignity for the Dead - A Funeral Director's Proudest Moment
Nowra's Craig Murphy has never known anything but the funeral business. His expertise in embalming and other complex post-death procedures has taken him into some of the world's most horrific events, including the 2002 Bali bombings. Yet, Bali has been his proudest moment. See...
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Grace Stewart - Gerringong's Olympic Darling
She's the captain of Australia's Hockeyroos, but right now, 27-year-old Grace Stewart is miles away from 7 Mile Beach. Grace is bunkered down in Paris with the rest of the Australian Hockeyroos squad, for what will be this talented young lady’s 3rd Olympic Games. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
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A Tern for the Better for Little Birds
German backpacker Anna Mueller has led a community-focused campaign to boost the breeding rates of the Little Tern - a cute and hardy shorebird that flies thousands of kilometres ever year from Asia to the Shoalhaven to nest on our beaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Blak, Loud & Proud
Aunty Ruth Simms has seen a lot in her 83 years. She’s one of the most respected indigenous elders in the Shoalhaven. So Naidoc Week seems the perfect excuse to sit down and acknowledge exactly how much she has contributed to our region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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That's My Girl
The Shoalhaven's Jennifer Robinson is without doubt, the legal world's "IT girl", having assisted with the release of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange last month. But her dad, well-known Berry horse trainer, Terry Robinson always sensed his daughter was destined to do amazing work. See...
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What Next For Amanda Findley?
She's been 16 years in local politics, and now Shoalhaven's feisty Mayor has decided it's time to find a new calling, far away from the nastiness of keyboard warriors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Ken's Big Adventures
Extreme paraglider Ken Hutt from Berry thinks BIG! From a near-death Everest expedition to sailing solo around Tasmania, this feisty 63-year-old puts his body on the line for the good of helping others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jasmine Green is Going to Paris!
The 19-year-old swim sensation from Sussex Inlet has qualified for the Paralympics in July. Hear her amazing journey from recovery from several strokes as a child, to discovering she might just have what it takes to win gold! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Round Two: Buck’s Battle Beyond the Cage
Last week, we introduced you to Buck, an MMA fighter who turned a life-altering motorcycle accident into a new beginning. This week, we catch up post-fight to find out if Buck secured a victory in the cage over the weekend. We'll also dive deeper into what this fight represents to him, his…
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Buck MMA fighter
After a devastating motorcycle crash left him with only one functional arm and leg, Buck was at his lowest, contemplating giving up on life. But through sheer willpower and determination, he found a new purpose and pushed his limits to become an MMA fighter. Now, he's more motivated than ever as…
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What Shoalhaven police are doing about DV
South Coast Police target domestic violence across the Shoalhaven - we speak with the Top Cop leading the campaign , who warns perpetrators will spend time behind bars in the South Coast Correctional Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Reluctant River Rescue Hero
When Mitch heard a call for help from the creek near his property he didn’t hesitate. He grabbed a torch and pool stick and saved another man’s life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Age Shall Not Weary Her
73-year old Berry woman Laurelle Price's sense of adventure - how she reached the Mount Everest Summit base camp and then tackled the Kokoda Track. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shoalhaven Chef Sam Smith - Cooking Camel for Saudi Royalty
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A Shoalhaven Woman of Influence
Shoalhaven business Chamber President Jemma Tribe - an advocate for women's rights who ignites the ambitions of female entrepreneurs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shoalhaven's Women of Influence - Part 2
We sit down with the Mayor of Shoalhaven Amanda Finley, who’s past 12 months has forced her to glove up and pack a punch backing a Greens agenda.. and fight to keep the Council books balanced. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Shoalhaven's Women of Influence
Who are the femme fatale's ensuring our region is front and centre of key policy makers?Peter Andrea enjoys a frank and personal chat with Federal MP for Gilmore, Fiona Phillips, and also Eliza Butler, the NSW MP for the South Coast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Meet the news-makers putting local first across the Shoalhaven, on the issues that matter most to your region.
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Meet the news-makers putting local first across the Shoalhaven, on the issues that matter most to your region.
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