The Griffith Phoenix Podcast

Headlines are Black & Whites 100 Year celebration postponed, Wellways free suicide awareness training, appeal for Meals on Wheels support and what’s on. We talk with Guy Sebastian about The Voice and how it's different to X Factor and Australian Idol. We also on his current album and upcoming. We showcase the important work of The Sebastian Foundation, to tackle mental health awareness and suicide prevention in Griffith.

This week’s headlines are: appeal from Sebastian Foundation to assist in schools, Griffith Spiritual Psychic Expo, WestEnd Stadium Funding injection. Pick up the paper or head to griffithphoenix.com.au. We speak with Shannon Noll about his latest shows, new album Raw and his love for country Australia.

One of Australia's most prolific and well-known authors, Wiradjuri woman Anita Heiss, is launching her latest novel Bila Yarrudhanggalangdhuray (River of Dreams) at Griffith City Library next Thursday, June 24. It's set in Wiradjuri country, weaving in Wiradjuri language throughout. Anita says should be of interest to the Griffith community, as we live on Wiradjuri land. This event is dedicated to the late Roger Penrith. Special guests on the night include Madison and Lisa Penrith, Maydina Penrith, Yaltara Penrith, Richard Penrith and Letetia Harris. Reserve your place via Eventbrite of contacting the library.

Headlines are: COVID vaccination numbers, Meals on Wheels recognition, Roxy Institute of Performing Arts, Guy Sebastian supports regional mental health and what’s on. Special Rural RoundUp Feature.

Headlines are Streetscapes success, unanimous support for skate bowl in Darlington Point, indoor bowls, rugby and what’s on in town.

Welcome to The Griffith Phoenix podcast, week commencing Friday May 21, 2021. Headlines are Volunteer Week focus on suicide support and meals on wheels, Riverina Field Days, golf fundraiser & What’s On.

Headlines are Riverina Field Days, Banna Lane Festival recovery, Rugby league recruitment and Chant du Vin tour. Following the community news, we chat with Chant du Vin headliner Sarah McLeod from The Superjesus to find out what happened when life stood still during COVID lockdown after 20 years of relentless touring. 

Superjesus frontwoman and solo artist in her own right, Sarah McLeod is the headline act on the Chant Du Vin tour in town at the moment.  We caught up with her on their way to Griffith to play at Calabria, DeBortoli and Casella Family wineries. Win one of 10 double passes The Griffith Phoenix has to give away to the remaining shows by emailing [email protected]. 

Vincent Namatjira was the first Indigenous artist to win the Archibald Prize in 2020 for his portrait of Adam Goodes. This portrait will be hanging in the Griffith Regional Art Gallery from Friday.  Gallery manager Ray Wholohan shares what's on to celebrate: including the classy opening night, artist floor talk, lecture, paint classes and more. 

Banna Lane Festival manager Carrah has put her life on hold to organise this year's festival after it was cancelled in 2020.  It's been a big week for the city as a whole: celebrating mural artwork in the CBD and getting involved in education. This evening's (Saturday May 8, 2021) highlight event the Lighting Up The Lane is being held with Street Scapes, combined with a local makers market.

Headlines: Youth Week, Banna Lane Festival, Murray Woman of the Year Award, 2020 Archibald Prize coming, Mother's Day specials and What's On. Banna Lane Festival manager Carrah Lymer chats about the weeks that's passed and what we can expect during the Lighting Up The Lane festival. Gallery Coordinator Raymond Wholohan talks through the experiences we can look forward to as part of the Archibald tour.

The Griffith Phoenix podcast, week commencing April 30, 2021. Headlines are Anzac Day services, call for war memorabilia, new sporting sheds, Waratahs win, What’s On, and a local Wedding Feature. We talk to Martin Thomas from St John Ambulance about the importance of workplace defibrillators.  Visit our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome to The Griffith Phoenix podcast, week ending April 29, 2021. Our headlines are: Anzac Day services, Sussan Ley’s message, Griffith’s military history, hearing impaired swimming champion and what’s on this week. Another great way to catch up on the latest news is by visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also by subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome to this week's podcast, a condensed version of our weekly title that's out in print every Friday. This week, you've got the chance to win a Panasonic split system worth just under $1,500! Our top stories include a lively Easter party for families, long weekend event success, raise awareness of Parkinson's Disease, a new life at Altina, Murrumbidgee Country Quilters raising money for charity, Record-breaking Bacchus run and new life for Pukapukan community sport.  Naturopath Natalie Stewart is sharing gluten-free primal alternatives that use nut flour and tapioca to enhance the taste. Another great way to catch up on the latest news is by visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also by subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome to this week's podcast, a condensed version of our weekly title that's out in print every Friday. This week, you've got the chance to win a Panasonic split system worth just under $1,500! Our top stories include the inaugural Billy Hale Memorial Cup, the Griffith Easter Party, COVID-19 Vaccination update, cricket grand finals, PHL Surveyors celebrating a century in the business.  Catch up with what's on this weekend and beyond. Celebrate Women In Business Mel Shephard, Tania Stone, Teane Kenny, Danielle Frank, Vanessa Panarello and Tania Gilio.  Another great way to catch up on the latest news is by visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also by subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome to this week's podcast, a condensed version of our weekly title that's out in print every Friday.  This week, the top stories include Harmony Week celebrations including the opening of a new community garden, Hospital Auxillary donations, Jason Austin's RIDE4U to support Beyond Blue, Griffith Breast Cancer Support Group supports Lymphodema patients, Griffith district cricket finals and Amber Lawrence and Catherine Britt are coming to Rankin Springs. Catch up with what's on this weekend and beyond. Hear messages from our advertisers Farrer MP Sussay Ley, DJC Plumbing and K & T Earthworks. Another great way to catch up on the latest news is by visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also by subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome again! We hope you're enjoying this accessible way to catch up on the latest and greatest happenings in the Griffith community. This week, the top stories include the Murrumbidgee Local Health District starting on the $250 million redevelopment of Griffith Base Hospital, Griffith City Council, Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke and Member for Farrer, Sussan Ley announce a $24.8 million development of West End Stadium, the latest COVID vaccination news and the Women's Shed charity organisation need help to survive. Catch up with what's on this weekend and beyond. Hear messages from our advertisers Klean Sweep Kleaning, Coffee on Bridge and translator/interpreter Eugene Creglia.  Another great way to catch up on the latest news is by visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also by subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome again!  We hope you're enjoying this accessible way to catch up on the latest and greatest happenings in the Griffith community.  This week, the top stories include the first QantasLink flight touching down, Riding for the Disabled Association charity, a review of the Barellan Masters Games and more. Catch up with what's on this weekend and beyond. Hear messages from our advertisers Murray MP Helen Dalton, Western Riverina Community College, Griffith Exies and Riverina Skips.  Another great way to catch up on the latest news is visiting our website www.griffithphoenix.com.au and also subscribing to our newsletter. If you have anything you'd like to contribute, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our editorial team, [email protected].

Welcome to The Griffith Phoenix podcast.  This is the first episode of our new and ongoing series, that will be updated weekly as we publish the print editions of our newspaper.  Our free paper is out each Friday. You're able to find it in high traffic areas such as shopping centres, supermarkets, hotels, cafes, boutiques, petrol stations and more. We're all about bringing the best out of our community with a positive attitude. This means involving community groups and businesses so we all survive and thrive. We have an evolving digital media presence. You can The Griffith Phoenix in print, online, on social media and YouTube. We hope you enjoy catching up with us. If you'd like to get in touch, please email us at [email protected].