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Riding with Robbie
by ACE Radio
Hosted by well-known Albury-Wodonga sports media personality Robbie Mackinlay, Riding with Robbie takes listeners along for the ride as Robbie picks up a local elder and explores their life stories, memories, and experiences. It’s like carpool karaoke, minus the singing, with plenty of laughs, insights, and heartfelt moments along the way. Proudly supported by Kirinari Albury-Wodonga.
Episodes
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 50 - Diana Johnston and Tim Petts
In this episode Robbie speaks with Diana Johnston, the Visitors Services Officer at the Bonegilla Migrant Centre and Tim Petts an avid Football Guernsey collector. The pair have played a significant part in a brand new exhibition that has opened at the Bonegilla Migrant Centre called…
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 49 - Peter Straw
In this episode we chat with the remarkable Peter Straw – aged 94 and still sharp as a tack! Peter was born in India and moved to England aged 2 - which was home for the next 16 yrs. Then the family moved to Australia, settling in Holbrook from 1950 to 1972 before heading north to Armidale for…
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 48 - Sadie Moffitt
In this episode we speak with Sadie Moffitt who after being born and educated in Wyong, then completed her teaching at East Sydney Tech College where she received her first appointment to Albury where she met her husband Bill. Together they had three children all in and around Sadie completing...
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 47 - Des Walters
In this instalment of Riding with Robbie I speak with one of Australia’s leading diver and hyperbaric trainers Des Walters – who has had five decades of experience in this field working on major projects across Australia and the World. Along the way Des also ran a successful Refrigeration…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 46 - Joan Parker
In this episode we chat with the former Mayor of Holbrook Shire Joan Parker - Joan was born in Heywood, Victoria before her family moved to Echuca for a decade, then a move to Albury where her father was a Minister - Joan on completing her Nursing fell in love with a Holbrook farmer Henry Parker…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 45 - Gary Butcher
In this episode of Riding with Robbie, we speak with Gary Butcher, born and bred in Sydney, growing up with a love of the coastal life and its offerings – after walking into the Darrel Lea Factory asking for a job as a 17 yr old, he walked out 45 yrs later in a career that took him around…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 44 - Bill Regan
In this episode, we catch up with a genuine character of the Border, Bill Regan. Moving to Albury in 1976 after growing up in Matong, Bill has been a wool classer, farmer, concreter, truck driver, funeral director, entertainment promoter and a passionate Albury Tigers administrator. His greatest...
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 43 - Matt Griffith
In this episode we speak with a very familiar voice on the border airwaves – the Radio 2AY Breakfast Announcer Matt Griffith – born in England and moving to Australia aged 8 yrs Matt has worked in most lived and worked in cities across Australia before settling into life on the border in 2006…
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Riding With Robbie - Greg Ryan - Episode 42
In this episode of Riding with Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Vice President and Life Member of the Albury & District Historical Society, Greg Ryan. They discuss the history of the iconic Albury Railway Station – Greg gives a wonderful reflection on the...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 41 - Chrissy
An extraordinary story of survival, resilience, and new beginnings! This week on Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Chrissy, who grew up in Holland during WWII under Nazi occupation. Chrissy opens up about her childhood memories, what it took to survive…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 40 - Des Lonergan
In this episode we speak with one of life's true gentlemen, Des Lonergan – born in Yarrawonga and working in many jobs including banking, broadcasting, real estate and a celebrant – Des has also served his community in many volunteering roles and is a current board member of the Ovens and Murray...
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 39 - Gary Treeve
In this episode we speak to Gary Treeve OAM who served in the Australian Army for 20 years that included a stint in Vietnam. Married his Japanese wife Midori, six weeks after meeting her and 55 yrs later are still happily married living in Wodonga and having 2 daughters. Gary on leaving the Army...
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 38 - Andy Walker
In episode 38 of Riding with Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie catches up with one of the most familiar and loved voices heard across the airwaves in Albury Wodonga and in particular, his beloved 2AY. Andy Walker started his first radio job in Albury back in 1975 – full of...
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Riding with Robbie - episode 37 - Bonegilla Migrant Centre
In this episode of Riding with Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, we make the drive out to the Bonegilla Migrant Centre, where Robbie speaks with Diana Johnston about the National Heritage listed facility, which was first home for 320,000 migrants and refugees from over 40 different...
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Riding with Robbie - Episode 36 - Shirley Smith
In this episode Robbie chats with Shirley Smith who as an 8 yr old child living in Sydney gives a fascinating recap on the night Japanese Submarines created chaos in Sydney Harbour. Shirley also speaks about her family experiences from the Boer War and WW1 and how she created the Albury Wodonga...
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Riding with Robbie - episode 35 - Joy Brinham
In Episode 25 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services , Robbie speaks with Joy Grinham. Born in Melbourne, Joy moved to the border in 1976, which was the start of a love affair with the mighty Murray River! Joy has paddled all parts of the Murray and is a leader in the...
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Riding With Robbie Episode 34 Graham Hosier
In this episode of Riding with Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie chats to Graham Hosier who after being born to English parents in New Zealand, met his wife to be Kerry in London and then followed her home to Corowa where he has worked and served the local community for over…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 33 - Mark Walsham
No matter how far you fall, life can always be turned around.In this moving episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with Mark Walsham, a Men’s Mental Health Advocate and Mentor who has found a powerful purpose in helping others. Mark openly reflects…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 32 - Jake Van Dorssen
How does a boy born in post-WW2 Holland become an Australian and World Champion in the equestrian sport of Tent Pegging? In this week’s episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie catches up with the remarkable Jake Van Dorssen. After moving to Australia with his...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 31 - Maddy Dobson
Three decades of making a difference. This week, Riding With Robbie for Kirinari Community Services is highlighting the incredible Maddy Dobson. After moving from England to Albury with her family, Maddy spent 30 years transforming our local community. From supporting cancer patient housing to...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 30 - Andrew Dear
In this week’s episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with Andrew Dear, a teacher and educator with the Victorian Education Department. In March of this year, Andrew, along with his father and sister, successfully completed the legendary Kokoda…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 29 - Noel Barnden
From Melbourne to Zimbabwe, South Korea, Ethiopia, and finally... Albury! In this week’s episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, we catch up with Noel Barnden. Born and raised in Melbourne, Noel’s career as a teacher took him all over Victoria and across the globe...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 28 - Alan Warner
This week on Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services , we’re sitting down with Alan Warner. Born in Pakenham in 1948, Alan eventually made the move to Albury with his wife, Gloria, and their three young children. Over five decades later, Alan and Gloria are still going strong (55...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 27 - Phil Bullivant
In this week’s episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, we’re catching up with Albury City Councillor Phil Bullivant. From serving in the Defence Force to building a successful business career, Phil’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. Beyond the office, he’s a...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 26 - Kathleen Crothers
In this latest episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Kathleen Crothers. A lady who grew up and schooled in Chiltern, before moving to Wodonga aged 14 to start working life! A bookbinder, a special educator, mother of 4 and wife to Alan for 58…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 25 - Craig Sheather
In Episode 25 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with Craig Sheather! A hiker and author, don't miss Craig's fascinating story! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 24 - Judie Churchill-Brown
In this episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Judi Churchill-Brown! After growing up in Oaklands, Judi led a wonderful life that took her to amazing places across Australia as a Nurse! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode 23 - John Fowler
In this week's episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, we sit down with Walbundrie legend, John Fowler! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 22 - Charlie Leaney
In this episode we welcome back Charlie Leaney for another look back on events and occasions in the local Albury Wodonga community that had a significant impact on the lives of so many teenagers, plus Charlie gives a snapshot of his favourite holiday destinations in Australia. See...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 21 - Bob Harris
On episode 21 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with one of the border's best-known music influences - Bob Harris. In this episode, Bob and Robbie speak about some of the massive acts that Bobby has played a pivotal role in bringing to town over the…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 20 - Greg Featonby
In Episode 20 of Riding with Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with a local cycling legend - Greg Featonby. They look back at the history and evolution of cycling in Albury Wodonga, including the former Lavington Sports Club Carnival, which would draw massive crowds…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 19 - Maureen Mackaskill
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 18 - Don Jefferson
In episode 18, Robbie speaks with a local legend of the music industry - Don Jefferson! Growing up in Newcastle, Don moved to Albury with his wife of 70 years and became a highly successful businessman, running Don Jefferson Music Centre and tutoring hundreds of students with his love of music.…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 17 - Marg Voss
In this week’s episode, thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Margaret Voss, born in Walla, raised three boys with husband Dick – it is a wonderful story that captures what rural life was all about post WW2, with limited luxuries! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 16 - Peter Antone
In this weeks episode of Riding With Robbie, thanks to Kirinari Community Services, we speak with a legend of the transport industry Peter Antone. Born and raised in Rosewood, Peter moved to Albury in 1956 and started a long career as a truck driver, which was rubberstamped with induction into…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 15 - Al Odewhan
In this episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie catches up with the 2025 Greater Hume Shire Council Citizen of the Year, Alan Odewahn. Al has lived all his 80 yrs on the family farm just out of Walla where he has been the heartbeat of the local community…
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 14 - Charlie Leaney #2
In episode 14 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Charlie Leaney returns to talk about three topics from the 1960’s that entertained the Albury Wodonga community – the Floral Festival, Television arriving and the emergence of Basketball – a great listen! See...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 13 - David Kefford
In Episode 13 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with 2010 Albury Citizen of the Year, Dave Kefford. 'Keff' has made his mark on the Border volunteering across many community groups, including being the recipient of an AFL Medal for services to country...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 12 - Barb Murray
In this week’s episode of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Barb Murray sits down with Robbie. An incredible lady who has overcome a challenging and tough start to childhood –Barb has become a genuine icon in the local community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 11 - John Frawley
In our first Riding With Robbie episode of 2026, Robbie speaks with local boxing identity John Frawley. Born in Melbourne and one of 13 children, hear John's fascinating story and how he turned his life around amongst testing circumstances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 10 - Doreen Hailes
In episode 10 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with Doreen Hailes. Born in England just after WW2, Doreen moved to New Zealand in 1983 spending 25 years, before moving to Australia in 2012. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 9 - Jase Dowding
In episode 9 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie catches up with the guru of coffee at Kirinari Jase Dowding, who recently back from travels in Columbia! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 8 - Tony Bridge
In episode 8 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie sits down with english born Tony Bridge OAM. From childhood memories of WW2 in England, to watching Don Bradman bat, this is a remarkable journey you don't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 7 - Bryce and Ben
In episode 7 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie speaks with two young autistic men - Ben and Bryce. Despite many challenges and obstacles along their journey through school and social life, they have marched on and proudly conducted their first ever radio/podcast...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 6 - Michael Loughry
In Episode 6 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, Robbie chats with a fellow Transport Driver at Kirinari Michale Loughry, who spent his first 27 years in Sydney, and the last 45 years here in Albury. Michael and his wife Chris of 43 years have travelled extensively and...
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Riding With Robbie - Episode 5 - Dorothy Smith
In episode 5 of Riding With Robbie thanks to Kirinari Community Services, our special guest former Albury school teacher - Dorothy Smith. Hear her inspiring travel stories and how Dorothy has remained heavily involved within the Border community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Riding with Robbie - Phyllis Johnston
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Riding with Robbie - Harry Purvis
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Riding with Robbie - Betty Burkett
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Riding with Robbie - Charlie Leaney
Join Robbie Mackinlay as he speaks with well known retired Albury businessman Charlie Leaney about his life and times arriving in Albury 63 years ago with his wife Jan! Don't miss this inspiring journey on Episode 1 of Riding With Robbie! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hosted by well-known Albury-Wodonga sports media personality Robbie Mackinlay, Riding with Robbie takes listeners along for the ride as Robbie picks up a local elder and explores their life stories, memories, and experiences. It’s like carpool karaoke, minus the singing, with plenty of laughs, insights, and heartfelt moments along the way. Proudly supported by Kirinari Albury-Wodonga.
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Hosted by well-known Albury-Wodonga sports media personality Robbie Mackinlay, Riding with Robbie takes listeners along for the ride as Robbie picks up a local elder and explores their life stories, memories, and experiences. It’s like carpool karaoke, minus the singing, with plenty of laughs,...
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