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2006 Life FM Gippsland Interview Archive

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29 Dec 2006

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Crossing the Gap - New Year's Eve

The Crossing the Gap team has organised a huge FREE event to see in the new year and everyone is invited - Ben Bowen has the details…..

Gippsland - Open for Business

There’s been a lot of concern from folk about where they can travel in Gippsland - The DSE, CFA and Parks Victoria advise that all forest and park roads and tracks north of Bairnsdale and west of the Great Alpine Road remain closed to the public due to the fires.

The Dargo township is open and safe to the general public and the bitumen road into Walhalla township is open. For road closure information go to the Vic Roads link on our website lifefm.com.au

There are plenty of places to visit in Regional Victoria for a holiday over the summer period, including numerous parks and forests in the North East, South Gippsland and East Gippsland that are open to visitors.
Gippsland Tourism General Manager Chris Buckingham says operators promise a warm welcome!

  • Vic Roads or call the Victorian Bushfire information line on 1800 240 667

MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCE pt 7

Let’s join Ron Camier in the 4WD and head back up to Walhalla for a look around the copper mines

from Station Sponsor Mountain Top Experience…

 

CAMP COOLAMATONG JOBS

Fancy spending a year beside a beautiful lake with free room and board and the opportunity to work for a Certificate in Outdoor Recreation or Hospitality? Camp Coolamatong is looking for interns for 2007

Call Juliet Church, Assistant Director at Camp Coolamatong - 5156 6511 or go to www.campcoolamatong.com

22 Dec 2006

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FREE BAPTIST FAMILY FUN DAY Listen Now

Fancy a day out with the family where EVERYTHING is FREE!!!
Deb asked Sale Baptist Pastor, Rob Hayman why they do it………….
From 4pm at the Sale Baptist Church Christmas Eve

Mountain Top Experience at Rawson Listen Now

The fires continue to threaten towns in the Gippsland region as we all are well aware but what does that mean for our tourism industry? Ron Camier who runs Mountain Top Experience has been assisting in the fire relief efforts - Deb spoke with him on Wednesday about the situation at Rawson…

The Victorian Bushfire information line is free call 1800 240 667.

15 Dec 2006

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ANNA LARKIN - CFA Listen Now

This last week has been a very stressful one for many people as they watch and wait to see where the fires that have been devastating thousands of hectares of bush head closer to populated areas.

As many pray for the relief of rain, there are also many at the front line volunteering and giving of themselves as people seem to do in times of hardship and distress.

Nerves are frayed and the news seems to be always different as we try to plan ahead where the winds of change will lead this monster.

There's no need to tell you that hundreds of hours of preparation go into training and preparing mechanisms to effectively fight a fire such as we are experiencing - but that doesn't make it any easier when you have not had the benefit of that training.

That's why the CFA and DSE work closely together to talk about having fire plans and things in place to take the pressure off when a fire threatens.

Anna Larkin is the Community Education Coordinator for the CFA in Gippsland and she and her family are also on watch on their property near Briagolong. Deb spoke to her on Tuesday about the situation and what plans they have in place

It's very frustrating for us at the moment not being able to bring you up to date information on the fire situation. We are currently in the process of installing our microwave link equipment and things aren't quite in place yet.

We have all the meeting information on our website - lifefm.com.au plus links to the relvant pages on the DSE, CFA and road closure information. The Victorian Bushfire information line is free call 1800 240 667.

V6 SKATE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL Listen Now

It's on again - a free Christmas gift to the youth of Gippsland - heaps of prizes to be won and a free BBQ as well!!

It's the V6 Skate and Music Festival and Bob Carmody is the event manager..

V6 will be held at Moe Apex Park tomorrow (Sat 16th) from 10 till 10 and it's all free!

8 Dec 2006

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Lorna Forsyth - Elder Emeritus Listen Now

Last weekend at the Stratford Uniting Church Lorna Forsyth was honoured as Elder Emeritus after more than 60 years committed service to the church.

Focus On The Family - Magazines Listen Now

Some of the core promotional activities of Focus on the Family include radio broadcasts by Dr Dobson and his colleagues, free counseling and resources for those facing family difficulties, and publishing a variety of magazines, videos and audio recordings.

In Australia Sue Quilliam is in the Melbourne office of Focus on the Family about her role with resource response.

You can give Sue a call if you’d like to know more - 1300 300 361

Listen to Focus on the Family on Life FM Gippsland Sat & Sun at 5am and 5pm

MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCE pt 6 Listen Now

Let’s stay historical and head back up to Walhalla for a look around the copper mines and into the 4WD with Ron Camier from Mountain Top Experience

Old Views of Gippsland - Calendar 2007 Listen Now

Deb chats with Local history researcher and author Tim Gibson about the latest Old Views of Gippsland calendar

The calendar is available from newsagents across Gippsland.

1 Dec 2006

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Grammar Concert Listen Now

Each year, a small group of students from Gippsland Grammar organise a Christmas Extravaganza, with all proceeds raised being donated to the local Anglicare Subsidised Counseling Service helping out local families in need at Christmas time.

Deb spoke with Lucy Rash is one of the organisers

The Gippsland Grammar Christmas Extravaganza. It’s on tomorrow night - 2nd of December at 7pm in the Chapel of St Anne, Gippsland Grammar Senior Campus, McGhee St, Sale.

Focus On The Family - No Apologies Listen Now

Focus on the Family developed the No Apologies program to help young people safely navigate the most critical decade of their lives—those years between the ages of 12 and 22. NO APOLOGIES is a character-based abstinence-until marriage program.

Deb spoke with the facilitator of No Apologies in Australia is EMMA MARSHALL

Join Dr James Dobson on Life FM Gippsland Sat & Sun at 5am and 5pm.

MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCE pt 5 Listen Now

Time to head back up to Walhalla and into the 4WD with Ron Camier….

GCASA - Party Protection Listen Now

Dr Margaret Uebergang is the Manager of the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault and unfortunately it’s a busy time for the service at this time of year…

for more information you can call GCASA on 5134 3922 or Out of hours crisis counselling: the Victorian after hours telephone service 1800 806 292 (for after hours, weekends and public holidays

24 Nov 2006

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Focus On The Family - Dale Stagg Listen Now

Since 1993, Focus on the Family Australia has been strengthening families and communities through its radio programs, preventative education programs, the provision of counselling and referral, as well as providing a full range of resources for families.

Deb spoke with National Program Manager, Dale Stagg during a recent trip to Focus HQ in Melbourne.

Join Dr James Dobson on Life FM Gippsland Sat & Sun at 5am and 5pm.

Next week we’ll hear from Emma Marshall who coordinates the No Apologies program.

Dale Stagg - Focus on the Family

Mountain Top Experience - Part 4 Listen Now

Part 4 of our Mountain Top Experience around Walhalla with station sponsor Ron Camier.

Mountain Top Experience, Burried Truck

   

17 Nov 2006

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TRAA Listen Now

Deb chats with Wes Jay chats about the Newsboys, Third Day, a new Bible featuring testimonies from people including Roma Waterman and new artist Daniel Kay

Check out all the latest news on The Rock Across Australia web site of follow the charts online as we play the top 30 songs on the Christian music charts every Saturday at 10am and again at 8pm

The Rock Across Australia (TRAA) Website
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December Australian Table Magazine Listen Now

The December issue of Australian Table has Christmas all wrapped up.
Plus, a free Bing Crosby Christmas carol CD for every reader and more than $30,000 in prizes to be won. Three wise menus for Christmas lunch – Cheats, Buffet and Classic and there’s even some low-fat ideas.  There’s also a 16 page Edible Christmas Presents guide. Deb speaks with editor Sophie Knox.

Mountain Top Experience - Part 3 Listen Now

Part 3 of our Mountain Top Experience around Walhalla with station sponsor Ron Camier.

 

10 Nov 2006

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FIRE PREPARATIONSListen Now

Deb asked  CFA Operations Manager for Region 10 in Gippsland, Greg Flynn how the fire season is looking so far…

MALAWI VISIT Listen Now

Judy Flett is coming to Stratford this Sunday to show slides of her visit to Malawi with fellow members of Eltham Presbyterian - Deb spoke with Judy about her trip.

Judy will be at the Uniting Church in Stratford this Sunday. You're invited to a   bring and share tea at 6pm and there’s a presentation afterwards from 7:30pm - come for the meal - bring something to share - or just come for the talk at 7:30pm.

RSL SONG Listen Now

This year is the 90th anniversary of the Battle of Fromelle and as a commemoration, Gippslander Roberta Fox-O’Dowd has written a song called - DON'T FORGET ME COBBER, which is to be released on Saturday, 11th November, at the Moe RSL.

Deb asked Roberta what inspired her to write the song….

“Don’t Forget Me Cobber” - copies are available from your local RSL.

MOUNTAIN TOP (continued from last week) Listen Now

Let’s go off the beaten track now around Walhalla with Ron Camier from Station Sponsor Mountain Top Experience…

3 Nov 2006

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HEALTH SERVICE COMMISSIONER Listen Now

Ever been to a doctor or hospital and been unhappy with the service or had something go wrong and not know what to do about it? The Victorian Health Service Commissioner, Beth Wilson  is the person to talk to. 

You can contact the Health Service Commissioner on Toll Free: 1800 136 066

JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOUR DREAMCOAT Listen Now

Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat tells the classic Biblical tale of Jacob and his twelve sons. 
Latrobe Theatre Company are busy in rehearsals for Joseph and Deb Bye caught up with Director, Christine Skicko at a rehearsal and asked why they’d decided to do Joseph….

The show will have a 3 week season starting 10th Nov.

GCASA - Internet Security Listen Now

The Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault has seen first hand the results of misuse of the internet. 
There’s more information about this and some tips on our website lifefm.com.au

WALHALLA WITH MOUNTAIN TOP EXPERIENCE- part 1 Listen Now

Over the next few weeks we’ll be taking a ride around Walhalla with Ron Camier from Mountain Top Experience.  We start our trip today in the Walhalla township.

27 Oct 2006

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SPRING INTO ART Listen Now

Its all action at Yarram for 5 days from the 4th November for the SPRING INTO ART Festival.
Deb caught up with Lisa Grassby from the Festival committee..

You can call Lisa on 5186 1313

NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSES 25 YEARS IN GIPPSLAND Listen Now

Its the Gippsland Regional Neighbourhood Houses Group 25th anniversary this year. Deb spoke with GINA BOYANTON whose mother Betty was the instigator in Gippsland

LIN CHANDLER is the groups Networker - Deb asked her what that means.

If you'd like to know more about Neighbourhood Houses - theres probably one in your town..

AUSTRALIAN TABLE - November Issue Listen Now

Today were starting a new regular interview segment today with the editor of Australian Table magazine - Sophie Knox. Well also have copies to give away each month - so stay tuned.

 

20 Oct 2006

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FREE MONEY Listen Now

Free money!  Dollar for dollar saving backed by ANZ, the Brotherhood of St Lawrence AND Berry Street Victoria.

Saver Plus Relationship Manager MICHAEL EASTON explains how it all works…

You can call Michael on 03 5134 5971

GIPPSLAND IRON CHEF Listen Now

Community groups, schools, local restraints AND the media will compete in the inaugural Mighty Iron Chefs of Gippsland Competition at this year’s Maffra Show.

Life FM will have a team entered and we’d love you to come and cheer us on!
Organiser Tony Dawkins explains….….

The Mighty Iron Chefs of Gippsland Competition starts at 11am with the Open section - then the media is on from noon followed by the schools at 1 and the chefs at 2pm. Come and say hi and support the Life FM team!

WORK SAFE WEEK Listen Now

This year's Work Safe Week encourages you to "Learn the latest and stay up to date" to find out what’s planned for Gippsland Deb spoke with Michael Birt from Work Safe Victoria

Morwell - Wednesday 25th

Site Visit - Burra Foods, Korumburra
Registration: 3.15pm
Seminar Time: 3.30pm

This workplace will provide a tour of their food production facility and information on their safety initiatives in an operational environment with a particular focus on manual handling. Event includes an afternoon tea.
To book call Helen Falls on 5658 0083 or email Helenf@burrafoods.com.au

Morwell Club
136 Helen Street
Morwell 3840

Wonthaggi - Wednesday 25th 

Managing Workplace Health and Safety Risks
Registration: 1.00pm
Seminar Time: 1.30pm – 3.45pm

This workshop will include how to identify the processes and equipment in your workplace that have the potential to hurt people; how to make valid judgments about the potential for and likelihood of exposures or injuries occurring; how to determine priorities in addressing workplace health and safety risks and how to control risks.
To book click here

Morwell - Thursday 26th

Site Visit - CRS Australia, Morwell
Registration: 9.45am
Seminar Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm

This event will include a display of rehabilitation and manual handling aids as well as ergonomic information and advice from specialists on injury prevention and management. Event includes a BBQ lunch.

  1. • To book email dholding@egtafe.vic.edu.au

Morwell Club
136 Helen Street
Morwell 3840

Morwell - Friday 27th

Site Visit - National Foods, Morwell
Registration: 10.30am
Seminar Time: 10.45am – 1pm

This food processing organisation will provide a tour of their production facility including demonstrations of their cutting edge 'guided' forklift initiatives, manual handling and plant safety examples. Event includes a BBQ lunch.
To book call Barry Collis on 5128 3141 or email barry.collis@natfoods.com.au

Morwell Club
136 Helen Street
Morwell 3840

BIONIC EAR BIKE RIDE Listen Now

On the 4th August John Nelson and his riding partner Ted Lowe from the Rotary Club of Mitchell River at Bairnsdale - started riding from Mt Isa back to Bairnsdale to raise funds for the Bionic Ear Institute.

Deb caught up with John earlier this week to ask him about the ride

 

13 Oct 2006

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TRAA Wes Jay from The Rock Across Australia Listen Now

You can hear the latest top 30 Christian tracks every Sat on Life FM at 10am and again at 8pm.

The Rock Across Australia (TRAA) Website
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JESS HAMMOND Listen Now

Every now and then you hear a performer who stands apart from the rest.  Jess Hammond from Melbourne has an acoustic style reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and Eva Cassidy. She writes and sings with a passion derived from her many missionary experiences in Nepal, China and even Kings Cross. Jess has just released her debut album THERE IS HOPE….

Jess will be at the Community Church in Warragul, Sunday 29th October 9am, 11am and 7pm - call 5623 2411 for more info.

ALPHA MARRIAGE COURSE Listen Now

Want to build strong foundations for a happy marriage that will last for a lifetime? The Marriage Course and The Marriage Preparation Course have helped thousands of couples with practical tools for building a strong, lasting and loving marriage.

A conference in Melbourne this November will equip people to lead courses in
marriage preparation and marriage enhancement.

Deb speaks with Denis Outred one of the presenters of the course….

The Melbourne conference will be held on 11 November at NewHope Baptist Church, 3-7 Springfield Road, Blackburn North.

Enquiries about ‘The Marriage Conference’ can be made by email - conference@themarriagecourse.org.au or call the registrar on (02) 9499 2025.

 

ONLINE COUNSELLING Listen Now

Two students from RMIT are conducting a survey on online counselling. Deb speaks with their supervisor Dr Andrea Chester.

 

6 Oct 2006

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Unattended campfireGIPPSLAND FIRE PREPARATIONListen Now

The fire season is upon us early this year - we've already had a day of total fire ban -and it's only October!

Deb speaks to David Tainsh from Dept of Sustainability and Environment.

Life FM is gearing up for the fire season too. If you'd like to volunteer to help out in an emergency please give Deb a call. We'll be looking for people who can type, read a script if necessary or maybe even provide a meal. Fire coverage often goes through the night and can go on for days if it gets bad - we'd like to be able to provide updates and local information so we could use your help. Call Deb on 03 5143 0355 if you're interested.

FUSION BREAKOUT Listen Now

Gippsland Fusion is breaking out again and to find out what's planned Deb spoke with The Gippsland Breakout Coordinator, GERI MCCLURE
Fusion office on 5134 6922 http://www.fusion.org.au/vic/Pages/Centres/gippsland.html

CHURCHILL NEWS Listen Now

Deb was in Churchill last Saturday and discovered the interesting history behind the Churchill and District News. Ruth Place is one of the team who puts this monthly production together
If you have a community newspaper in your district - let us know - we'd love to hear about it5143 0355
www.cdnews.com.au

GCASA AGM Listen Now

Deb speaks with GCASA Manager, Dr Margaret Uebergang about their AGM
AGM - Wed 1st November - 5134 3922 (for catering) www.gcasa.org.au

29 Sep 2006

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FLINDERS COLLEGEListen Now

Parents in the Yarram area seeking a Christian Education for their children from Prep to Year 10 in 2007 are invited to attend an information evening for Flinders Christian Community College.
Deb speaks with Flinders College Principal JILL HEALY .

The meeting will be held in the Pelican room at the rear of the shire offices in Grant Street, Yarram, on Wednesday 4th October at 7pm.

For further information, contact the Registrar on 03 5176 0566

CHAPLAINCY DINNER Listen Now

The Sale College Chaplaincy Committee is hosting their annual fundraising dinner with guest speaker the Chaplain of the Melbourne Football Club, Cameron Butler.

Deb speaks with President of the Sale College Chaplaincy Committee, Ian McLaren about the Chaplain’s role and the dinner…

The Sale College Chaplaincy Annual Dinner will be held at Sale Baptist Church next Friday, 6th Oct  at 6.30 pm. The guest speaker will be Chaplain of the Melbourne Football Club, Cameron Butler. Cameron is also the Director of Specialised Life-Orientated Ministries (SLM), a guest lecturer at Harvest College (Melbourne) and has served as a Pastor for 15 years.  Everyone’s welcome to attend and bookings are required by today. Cost is $15 per person with tickets available from Ian on 03 5147 3242

Cameron will also be speaking at a Men's Breakfast at Gregg Hall, behind the Sale Uniting Church on Sat 7th Oct  commencing at 7.15am sharp and finishing by 8.45 am. Cost is $10 per person for a cooked breakfast. All men are welcome. Bookings are required by today call Ian on 03 5147 3242.

AND Cameron will be speaking at the Sale Baptist Church Sunday Morning Service at 10.00am on Sun 8th Oct.

FOOD COMPETITION Listen Now

Parents and school children from Morwell are competing to create nutritious culinary delights on a budget to promote healthy eating and to help fight childhood obesity.

The competition is the initiative of the Crinigan Hub Food Cooperative and Anglicare Victoria.
Deb asked Kay Bernard from Anglicare to explain how the competition will work….

ED HALMAGYI from Better Homes and Gardens is the judge.

The number for the food competition is 03 5133 9998

WALHALLA RIDE FOR SIDS Listen Now

A Packhorse Ride Appeal for SIDS and Kids will be hosted by Thompson Valley Bush Riders on Sat. Oct. 7th and Sun. Oct. 8th. This will see the largest group of packhorses assembled since the gold rush days.
Deb speaks with  Colin Ison from the Thompson Valley Bush Riders about what happens on these rides….
For more information phone Colin on 5191 8230

Pack Horse Ride for SIDS at Walhalla

22 Sep 2006

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BARBARA BIGGS: CHAT ROOMListen Now

As guest speaker at Lifeline Gippsland’s AGM Barbara will elaborate on the message contained in ‘Chat Room’ and her own remarkable life experiences. Deb speaks with Barbara about her books…

The Lifeline Gippsland AGM will be held on Thursday 28th September 2006 at 6.30pm at the Latrobe Convention Centre Princes Highway Traralgon.  Anyone interested in attending should call the Lifeline office on 5134 8278

TRAA Wes Jay from The Rock Across Australia. Listen Now

You can hear the latest top 30 Christian tracks every Sat on life FM at 10am and again at 8pm.

The Rock Across Australia (TRAA) Website
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Soulframe & Guy "Mutto" Mutton

If you've been watching this years Australian Idol, you may already know that one of the top 12 is vocalist for a band we play on life FM. If you havent made the connection yet, were talking about Mutto, vocalist in the award winning Aussie band Soulframe.

Guy "Mutto" Mutton is a 29 year old youth worker from Queensland who made it into the Australian Idol top 12 when the judges brought him back as a wildcard. Guy didnt seriously consider singing until he was in his teens, joining a church choir at 18 and then being invited to join Soulframe as vocalist.

Soulframes latest album Escaping Entropy has collected a number of awards including a win and 3 further nominations at Musicoz, a Pacific Songwriting Award and two of the top 10 spots in the Australian Songwriters Association Awards.

The song Tonight by Soulframe can be downloaded free from the Soulframe website.

15 Sep 2006

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CWCI CAMPListen Now

Each year women from all over Gippsland and sometimes even from Melbourne and beyond, gather in East Gippsland for the annual CWCI camp.  Deb speaks with Bev Lade from the Gippsland Convention Committee.

The camp is on from Fri 13th to Sun 15th October at Lakewood Park at Paynesville. Call Wendy White for bookings is 5147 1264 and we have some forms at the office in Sale.

Glen Raymond Rally DriverLOCAL RALLY CHAMP   Listen Now

Gippslander GLEN RAYMOND is heading to the Australian Rally Championships in Melbourne later this month. Deb talks to Glen about his rallying so far….

 

8 Sep 2006

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MOONDARRA FIRES EXHIBITIONListen Now

People affected by or involved in the Moondarra Fires earlier this year are being encouraged to share their experiences through a photographic exhibition and competition.

DSE’s Regional Fire Manager, David Tainsh, explains the ideas behind the exhibition …..

Entry forms are available from DSE and CFA offices and need to be submitted before 6th October.

FARM SAFETY GRANT Listen Now

Deb speaks with Farm Safety Alliance Officer, Jill Tucker who will be managing the Farm Education project in Gippsland funded by WorkSafe. If you’d like more information you can call Jill on 5144 1234.

GRAEME CONNORS Listen Now

Deb chats with Graeme about his music and the stories behind the songs….
Unfortunately Graeme’s concert with Anne Kirkpatrick in Sale next Friday has sold out but you could still catch them at York on Lilydale in Mt Evelyn on the Thurs 14th or at the Hallam Taverner on Mon 18th Sept.

 

 

1 Sep 2006

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YOUTH CONFERENCE

Lee Marchant popped in to the studio for a chat fresh from a Youth Conference in Malaysia and brought two visitors - Chris Valcarcel from the US and Marcel van Niekerk from South Africa. Deb speaks with them about what happened at the conference…..


Chris, Lee and Marcel

MEN NEEDED FOR CHOIR

The Coal Valley Male Chorus is looking for more singers - Deb speaks with John Trewin. For more info or if your want to join the group call John on 5135 6574

UNICYCLE RIDE UPDATE

The last couple of weeks we’ve been getting updates on the  unicycle ride to raise funds for Camp Coolamatong.
Camp Director Graeme Webb and his son Jake have ridden from Cape Conran and I belive they’re around the Dandenong area today - unfortunately we were unable to get them on air today - but the ride finished in Doncaster on Saturday - so you may see them on the unicycles if you’re down that way.

 

25 Aug 2006

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UNICYCLE RIDE UPDATE Listen Now

Camp Coolamatong Director Graeme Webb and his 11 year old son Jake are riding Unicycles from Cape Conran to Melbourne to raise funds for the Camp. Deb caught up with them yesterday outside Bairnsdale.

  • EATING DISORDERS FORUM Listen Now

Deb speaks with Gippsland Eating Disorder Network  Project coordinator KATHY SMITH about a forum to be held in September.
For more information call Kathy on 0427 573 353

 
GCASA - HANDLING STRESS & TRAUMA Listen Now

Manager of the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault, Dr Margaret Uebergang has researched this topic and talks to Deb about it.
for more information  call GCASA on 5134 3922

 

18 Aug 2006

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CATHOLIC BISHOP'S FAMILY FOUNDATION Listen Now

Giving money away to help people is very rewarding in many ways ….and that’s just what the Bishop’s Family Foundation does every year in the Sale Catholic Diocese.

Applications for grants from the BFF close on the 31st August.

The Idea of NorthListen Now

Acapella jazz group - The Idea of North has finally produced THE GOSPEL PROJECT
Deb asked bass singer Andrew Piper about the history of the group.

CD available at Collins Booksellers Sale 5144 6262

 

 
   

11 Aug 2006

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HELP FOR DEAF AND BLIND CHILDRENListen Now

Parents and families react in many different ways when they discover their baby or child has disabilities.
Now help is available to families in Gippsland who have a deaf or blind baby pr toddler.

RIDBC’s Manager of Childrens Services JAN NORTH  talks with Deb.

You can find out more by calling the  Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children on 02 9872 0334 or  www.ridbc.org.au

TRAA Wes Jay from The Rock Across AustraliaListen Now

You can hear the latest top 30 Christian tracks every Sat on life FM at 10am and again at 8pm.

Wes tells us about Music Boat 2007

If you are looking for a safe, clean and exciting Christian vacation for your family, church group, and friends - you’ve find the right place!

Cruise to Ocho Rios, Jamaica on April 30 - May 4 on The Music Boat Cruise 2007.  This luxury expedition is jam-packed with Christian fun and excitement.  Each day, passengers may choose between concerts on four stages for a time of music, spiritual renewal and fellowship.  Lift your hands high in worship with the music of 16 top Christian artists including Third Day, Salvador, Nicole C. Mullen, Todd Agnew, and many more.  Laugh out loud through the antics of a hilarious comedian.  Enjoy renowned speakers.  Prepare to renew your passion for God and one another.

The Rock Across Australia (TRAA) Website
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4 Aug 2006

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GO EXPLOListen Now

If adventure is part of your life’s plan don’t miss the Go Explo at Phillip Island Adventure Resort next weekend.  This is a fabulous opportunity for anyone interested in missions and if you book before midday Monday you can go half price!!!!....

Deb is speaking with Glenys Gijsbers from Go Explo.

the GO hotline 0405 942 556 or www.hesaidgo.info

DESTINATION GIPPSLAND Listen Now

Want to know a great place for a holiday - what about right here in Gippsland!!  If you want to find out where to go and what to do - check out destinationgippsland.com.au and if you’re in the tourism business or thinking about moving in that direction a new website launched this week - gippslandtourism.net.au
Chairperson of Destination Gippsland CHRIS BUCKINGHAM tells Deb all about it

28 Jul 2006

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NOAH’S ARK COMES TO GIPPSLAND Listen Now

What do you know about Noah’s Ark? If you read Genesis around chapters 6 - 9 you’ll find out heaps of interesting things. Deb chat’s with Rod Walsh who has created an amazing scale model of the Ark and is currently touring it around Gippsland.

The Ark will be at the following venues throughout Gippsland during July and August 2006

  • Fri 28th Jul - Yarram, from 7pm at the Community Church, 120 Commercial Rd.
  • Sat 29th Jul - Moe, Seventh Day Adventist Church - 11:30am and 3pm
  • Sun 30th Jul - Morwell, Morwell Gospel Chapel, 86 Vary St - 10am
  • Wed 2nd Aug - Sale, Salvation Army, 139 Cunningham St - 7:30pm
  • Fri 4th Aug - Bairnsdale, Seventh Day Adventist Church - 455 Princes Hwy - 7pm
  • Sat 5th Aug - Bairnsdale, Baptist Church, 134 Princes Hwy - 2pm
  • Sun 6th Aug - Bairnsdale, Salvation Army, 62 Gould St -10am
  • Sun 6th Aug - Lakes Entrance, Community Church, 125 Palmers Rd - 5pm
  • Wed 9th Aug - Packenham, Chairo Christian School - Packenham Campus 9am and 11am

Scale Model of Noah's Ark

UNICYCLE FUNDRAISER Listen Now

Deb chats with Camp Coolamatong Director, Graham Webb about a unicycle ride from Cape Conran to Doncaster to raise $50,000 for the Camp.

21 Jul 2006

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NATIONAL CHURCH life SURVEY Listen Now

The 2006 Census is coming on Tues 8th AugusT. The Census aims to take a "snapshot" of Australia every five years - collecting vital information on the social, economic and housing characteristics of Australian society.

We’ve all heard of the census but have you heard of the National Church life Survey? Although millions of people have participated in the surveys since they began in 1991, many people still don’t know about them. Another National Church life Survey will be conducted this year so we are joined by Ruth Powell, the communications manager of National Church life Survey Research - to find out what it’s all about.

For more information about the National Church life Survey there’s a link on our website - lifefm.com.au

GCASA - training Listen Now

You can’t pick up hear or read the news these days without hearing about sexual assault - this is a real problem in our community and - Specialised training for professionals and informing community groups in dealing with and being aware of sexual assault is one of the many roles of the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault. Manager of GCASA, Dr Margaret Uebergang explains.

For more information call 5134 3922 or visit the GCASA website.

14 Jul 2006

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VERBAL DYSPRAXIA Listen Now

You may have heard on our community notices from time to time about meetings for the Latrobe Valley Verbal Dyspraxia Parent Support Group.

Deb speaks with Mary Smith - one of the parents from the Latrobe support group…….

Latrobe Valley Verbal Dyspraxia Parent Support Group will be meeting on Mon. July 17th from 10am to 12 noon at Morwell Neighbourhood House, 48 Beattie Crescent, Morwell.

All welcome, and morning tea will be provided. RSVP or queries to Yvonne, at Parent to Parent on 1800 010 453

TRAA Wes Jay from The Rock Across Australia. Listen Now

You can hear the latest top 30 Christian tracks every Sat on life FM at 10am and again at 8pm.

The Rock Across Australia (TRAA) Website
The Rock Across Australia Logo

7 Jul 2006

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CHRISTIAN JAZZListen Now

Christian Jazz/Swing Musicians are wanted for the Church Service at the Inverloch Jazz Festival to be held on the March Long Weekend 2007.  If you are a committed Christian Musician and actively involved in your local Church, then “Shadrach” the Christian Jazz band is looking for you.  Dick Kennedy is one of the organisers

If you’re interested call Dick on 5659 8121 before Fri 14th Jul.  http://www.inverlochjazzfest.org.au/

NEW life ORPHANAGE - MYANMAR Listen Now

Every now and then you hear a story that reminds you that life isn’t about what you can get out of it but that by giving ourselves -our time, skills and yes even our money - the rewards are great. -  Every year for that last few years, Olive Lang from Yarram goes on a trip to Myanmar - The Lonely Planet Guide says The decision to travel to Myanmar should not be made lightly......But still Olive goes to assist at the New life Orphanage…..

MAP: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/mapshells/south_east_asia/myanmar/myanmar.htm
ORPHANAGE: http://www.nloint.org/mi-lin_campus.htm

PALLIATIVE CARE TRAINING Listen Now

A course for people interested in assisting with palliative care in the Wellington district will commence early August at Central Gippsland Health Service. Richard Froomes is the CGH Palliative Care Volunteer Coordinator….. If you’d like more info or to enroll in the course call Richard on 5143 8883.

http://www.gha.net.au/cghs/

30 June 2006

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GIPPSLAND EVALGELICAL CONFERENCE Listen Now

A Christian conference thats not being held in Melbourne - nothing against Melbourne but the parkings easier at the Memorial Hall in sale AND as well as great teaching, fellowship and singing you even get a FREE LUNCH!

Pastor Ray Patchett is one of the organisers of the Gippsland regional Evangelical Conference and I asked him what the aim is.

If you'd like to know more about the conference you can call Ray on (03) 5147 3354. The title is NO PLASTIC SAINT - a portrait of David. As well as the Conference - theres a seminar on Friday night 14th July where Andrew Reid will be talking about his book - POSTCARD FROM PALESTINE - on how to interpret the Bible. This is also free and the session starts at 7:30pm at the Memorial Hall in Maffra. - Thats Maffra Friday night and Sale all day Saturday.

THAI MISSIONARY Listen Now

Pastor Doug Higgins and his wife Fiona are missionaries to Thailand through Assembly of God World Missions.

Doug works primarily helping the local church with church planting particularly amongst the Hill tribes of North West Thailand and also providing homes for disadvantaged and orphan children.

This past week Doug has been visiting Gippsland as the guest of Riviera Christian Centre in Bairnsdale and he's been traveling with Thai evangelist Pastor Subin. We also hear from Pastor Subin - we'll keep in touch with the work of these men in the future - if you're up Bairnsdale way you can hear Pastors Doug and Subin at the World Changers Dessert Night - tonight (30 June) 7:30 at the Riviera Christian Centre, 8 Pearson St Bairnsdale - Bring a plate of dessert to share.

For More Info : www.rivieraacc.org.au

GCASA - Depression Listen Now

Depression - the black cloud - and this time of year it seems to be worse. The interesting thing is that quite a few people who find themselves at the Gippsland centre Against Sexual Assault looking for help - are already showing signs of depression - GCASA Manager Dr Margaret Uebergang explains.

If youd like to know more call GCASA on (03) 5134 3922 or check the link on our website.

ROYAL MELBOURNE SHOW Listen Now

Ferris wheels, side show alley, fairly floss, hot dogs and of course the craft pavilion - everyone loves the Show - and this year the Royal Melbourne Show will be featuring Gippsland.

Newly appointed CEO of the Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria, MARK OSULLIVAN says if you head the Melbourne Show this year youre in for a treat!

The show is on from Sept 21st to 1st Oct and you can check the links on the website for more info

life FM FUNDRAISER UPDATE Listen Now

We asked God for $40,000 by 5pm Friday 30th June! and He has blessed us yet again!!!

All praise to Jesus and many thanks to those who felt prompted to contribute to our end of financial year challenge. We have reached the target - it got very busy this afternoon and then we received a very generous donation to cap off the total!

God is SO good!! This will greatly assist in our efforts to get our microwave link and studio equipment.

You can donate anytime to keep life FM running - and remember all donations over $2.00 are tax deductible!

We'd love to hear what you think about our programs - you can send us a message through the feedback section or drop a line to PO Box 1378 Sale 3853.

23 June 2006

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TRAA - The Rock Across Australia Listen Now

The latest in Christian Music industry news with Wes Jay.

The MSN Artist of the Month featuring the David Crowder Band (you can put in your vote too!)

Don't forget to tune in to life FM 103.9 every Saturday at 10am (repeated at 8pm) for the TRAA Top 30 Contemporary Christian Music Countdown.

AERIAL BURIALS Listen Now

Aerial BurialsFrom time to time you come across a business or group that is doing something that you probably would never have thought of….and that’s exactly what I thought when I heard about Aerial Burials….

After talking with the owner/manager of Aerial Burials - Donna Jacobs - it all made perfect sense.  I asked Donna how she came up with the idea.

Aerial Burials are sponsors of life FM.
www.aerialburials.com.au
enquiries@aerialburials.com.au
Phone: 0407 329 596

TAX TIME!

Our Tax Time appeal is going well - but there’s only a week left and there’s still a way to go!  We’re aiming for $40,000 and so far we’re around $8,700. - that’s about 22% of what we need……all donations over $2 are tax deductible - so please call with your credit card details or donate online at lifefm.com.au - or send a cheque or money order to life FM PO Box 1378 Sale 3853

16 June 2006

SALT SHAKERS

Salt Shakers is conducting a n INTRODUCTORY WORLDVIEW SCHOOL PROGRAM in Bairnsdale tonight and tomorrow - to help Christians understand the Biblical World View and to recognise and understand other world views and to equip Christian to debate their faith and other values in the market place.

Peter and Jenny Stokes are the founders of Salt Shakers and will be conducting the program - Deb asked Jenny to explain what Salt Shakers is all about.

The program starts at the Bairnsdale Baptist Church tonight (Fri 16th Jun) at 7pm for registration and the program runs from 7:30 - 9:30pm tonight and Sat 9am sharp till 5pm.

Cost is $20 single and $30 married couple - and that covers materials. Those numbers again if you’d like to book - 5156 8295 or for more information call Salt Shakers on 9800 2855.

www.saltshakers.org.au

BUGSY MALONE

What is it about gangsters and musicals???  Guys and Dolls - still popular these days as is what I call the miniature version - BUGSY MALONE …….actually that’s not quite fair because the story line of course is different - but there’s some great songs and it’s all very colorful.

Nagle College at Bairnsdale is currently in production for BUGSY MALONE and director JULIETTE AUKEMA says they’re shaping up well.

Bugsy Malone will be performed 21, 22 28 & 29th July in Bairnsdale - bookings are open now - call 5152 9937 and if you have any trench coats or waist coats or old bow ties that you could donate - give them a call.

9 June 2006

DEATH BY CHOCOLATE

Death by chocolate - what a way to go!!! I’m sure there won’t be any bodily harm - apart from the possibility of overindulgence!!! So what’s it all about - It’s FUSION’s breakout and participants are invited from all over Victoria….Deb asked Kylie Maynard from Fusion Gippsland about the work of Fusion

If you’d like to get involved call Kylie on 5134 6922 and you’ll have to be quick

STARTING POINTS

A key concern for many parents of young children is how to give them an upbringing that prepares them for life. Focus on the Family Australia’s parenting program - ‘Starting Points’ – aims to help parents do just that. Anne Hill – the Project Co-ordinator explains how the program works.

More information about this and other Focus on the Family programs can be found on their website www.families.org.au

2 June 2006

CROSSING THE GAP FUNDRAISER

Take a few motocross bikes and a few young men with a strong faith in God - add a pig pen and you've got CROSSING THE GAP. Jeremy Aitken is one of the Crossing the Gap team.

www.crossingthegap.com.au

DRUG PROOF YOUR KIDS

Drug use is an issue that has been concerning community members for centuries. For parents, it is not just the rate of drug use but its harmful effects on their children that concerns them. In response to these concerns, Focus on the Family Australia has set up a program for parents called 'How to Drug Proof Your Kids'. So far, over 40,000 parents around Australia have attended one of the programs.

Deb spoke with Dale Stagg - the program and training manager for the Drug Proof Your Kids Program and asked him how the program works.

More information about this and other Focus on the Family programs can be found on their website www.families.org.au

26 May 2006

NEW COUNSELLING SERVICE for Sale

Anglicare and St Paul's Cathedral are offering a new low cost counselling service - Dean Brian Turner has the details...

There's also info on a pre-marriage course being offered - the Making Love Last project.
call 5144 2020 for details

19 May 2006


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CROSSING THE GAP FUNDRAISER

Take a few motocross bikes and a few young men with a strong faith in God - add a pig pen and you've got CROSSING THE GAP. Jeremy Aitken is one of the Crossing the Gap team.

www.crossingthegap.com.au

CASUAL BACKFLIP (listen to file above for this interview)

is also supporting life FM by donating 50% of the sales from their new album.
http://www........casualbackflip/index_files/title.html

African Action International (AAI) - Jean Leak & Consulate Muga

John & Jean Leak from Traralgon are the Directors of an International mission called AFRICAN ACTION INTERNATIONAL.
Connie is a Kenyan woman, who left a comfortable existence in Nairobi, to travel to the rural areas in order to rescue destitute children in great need.

Deb speaks with Jean and Connie about the mission.

Connie will be speaking On Sat, May 27th at 7.30pm, at Reality Ranch Hall, 35 Larnach Rd, Traralgon. Don't miss this opportunity to bring your families to hear the stories of these children, and learn from someone who knows them well, more about their day to day lives and how we can help them. An offering for Mercy Home will be received on the night.

Connie will also be speaking on Sun 28th May at reality Christian Fellowship and on Wed 31st May at Lakes Entrance AOG Ladies Fellowship

Enquiries regarding the Itinerary of Consolate Muga can be made by calling Jean on 5176 1584

GCASA

This month's topic from the Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault: Keeping Children Safe from Sexual Abuse
www.gcasa.org.au or call 5134 3922

MANNA INTERNATIONAL

Colin Stock is the National Director of Manna International and editor of Manna International News, a monthly publication with an outreach to Jewish and Christian readers in over 30 countries.

You can hear from Colin and Phyllis Wed 24th May in Paynesville - call 5156 9401 for details
They'll be at Orbost Christian fellowship at 7:30pm on Thurs 25th May
Fri 26th 10am Bairnsdale Baptist Ladies fellowship
Sun 28th 10am at Bairnsdale Baptist Church.

If you'd like to have the FREE monthly publication from Manna International write to PO Box 217 Brighton SA 5048 or you can email Colin manna@dialix.com.au

12 May 2006

No Gippsland Today this week

5 May 2006

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WILDLIFE CARER FORUM

During the recent fires in Gippsland we heard a couple of times from Colleen Wood at Rawson who was rescuing injured koalas. There are people all over Gippsland and further afield of course who become foster carers for injured wildlife. The biggest obstacles in caring for wildlife is time, money and learning how.

This weekend the East Gippsland Wildlife Shelter Groups in conjunction with DSE are hosting a 2 day forum at Kalimna near Lakes Entrance.

Deb spoke with DSE Wildlife Officer, LEONA WALDEGRAVE-KNIGHT and asked about the purpose of the forum.

Now if youd like to know more or to book for the forum - call Leona on 5152 0600.

MISSION AVIATION FELLOWSHIP

Have you ever thought about training to be a pilot - or maybe an aircraft engineer?? How fantastic to combine a career in aviation with being on a mission field. Thats just what Mission Aviation Fellowship is all about and this weekend and next week there are opportunities for you to find out more about this exciting field.

Trevor Gaulke and his wife Belinda currently work in Mareeba, nth Qld - Trevor is a licenceed aircraft maintenance engineer with MAF and theyre heading even further north soon but first theyve come back to Victoria to visit family and friends. The Gaulkes will be speaking at Yarram and Traralgon next week - but more about that shortly. Deb asked Trevor how he got involved with Mission Aviation Fellowship.

Trevor and Belinda will be in Yarram Wed 10th May as the guest of the Yarram Combined Churches. Everyones welcome to come along to the a bring and share lunch from noon at St Andrews uniting Church hall, Commercuial Rd Yarram. Then Wed night from 7:30 theres a Mission Aviation Fellowship evening at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Kay St Traralgon - everyone welcome there too.

If hearing from Trevor has you interested perhaps youd like a trip to Melbourne this Sat (6th) MAD day will be held at the Coldstream Airfield from noon. Deb speaks with Dean of Mission Aviation Dept of Bible College Victoria, Rev Dr Bruce Searle.

If you'd like details or more info call Bible College Victoria on 9735 0011

http://www.bcv.vic.edu.au

The Assistant Dean, Department of Mission Aviation
Bible College of Victoria
Email: dsearle@bcv.vic.edu.au
Phone: 9735 0011
Fax: 9735 0721


CHRISTIAN FRIENDS OF ISRAEL

Christian Friends of Israel is a no-profit, evangelical para-church ministry legally registered in Israel with headquarters in Jerusalem and offices around the world.

This Sunday morning Paul Longfield from Christian Friends of Israel will be speaking in Moe so Deb took the opportunity to catch up with Paul to find out more about CFI.

Paul will be at the CRC, 71 Fowler St Moe this Sunday from 10am - for more information call 5176 6216 and theres links on lifefm.com.au - next well catch up with Wes Jay to check the latest news in Christian music.

www.cfiaustralia.org

TRAA - The Rock Across Australia

The latest in Christian Music industry news with Wes Jay.

Don't forget to tune in to life FM 103.9 every Saturday at 10am (repeated at 8pm) for the TRAA Top 30 Contemporary Christian Music Countdown.

 

28 April 2006

ORBOST GARDEN

The Women Who Mean Business - Selling Gippsland's Finest project- Linking Garden Pathway launch was held in Orbost on Anzac Day. deb was there and spoke with

Mayor of East Gippsland, Councillor Jane Rowe and one of the Orbost team, Sandra Porteous.

www.wwmb.org.au

TEXAS MISSION

Deb speaks with Dr Jim Adams and his wife Boots from Texas they're visiting Gippsland at the moment as part of a team from Partnership Mission. We'll also hear from team member Amy Allan and George Tomlinson from Lakes Baptists,

There's a final meeting tomorrow night (Sat 29th April) at Bairnsdale Baptist Church 5:30pm for a BBQ tea.

21 April 2006

DRUG PROOF YOUR KIDS

Drug use is an issue that has been concerning community members for centuries. For parents, it is not just the rate of drug use but its harmful effects on their children that concerns them. In response to these concerns, Focus on the Family Australia has set up a program for parents called 'How to Drug Proof Your Kids'. So far, over 40,000 parents around Australia have attended one of the programs.

Deb spoke with Dale Stagg - the program and training manager for the Drug Proof Your Kids Program and asked him how the program works.

More information about this and other Focus on the Family programs can be found on their website www.families.org.au

GCASA

The issue of sexual abuse seems to be in the news constantly someone being accused or arrested - but what about the victim/survivors? Earlier this month the Victorian Ombudsman tabled a report in the parliament with 35 recommendations on how government agencies including Victoria Police, the Dept of Human Services, Dept of Justice and Dept of Education & Training could improve their responses to allegations involving sexual assault. The Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault - or GCASA - recently published an article in local newspapers about the long term effects and complex nature of the emotional and mental health problems faced by victims of sexual assault and they have received a strong response as GCASA Manager Dr Margaret Ubergang explains..

For more information call 5134 3922 or check www.gcasa.org.au
www.ombudsman.vic.gov.au

14 April 2006

 

For our special Good Friday edition of Gippsland Today visit our
Easter page where you can listen to the interviews in our
Easter Around the World program.

7 April 2006


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SAM

This week has been Youth Week and to mark the occasion, the Australian Red Cross has announced the national expansion of their Save-A-Mate (SAM) program.

Deb speaks to to Shaun Hazeldine, Manager of Youth and Education Services for Australian Red Cross NSW about SAM

For more info call 02 9229 4277

 

If you'd like more information or to register for the walk - call 9387 7098 or visit the website

TRAA Chat

This Easter more than 30,000 people are expected to visit Toowoomba for the annual AGMF - Wes Jay has the goss……..

Don't forget to tune in to life FM 103.9 every Saturday at 10am (repeated at 8pm) for the TRAA Top 30 Contemporary Christian Music Countdown.

Walk Around the RSPCA

Join Deb for a walk around the Central Gippsland RSPCA shelter in Sale to find out what cats and dogs are waiting for adoption.

LIFEWALK UPDATE

Last Sunday about 60 people started walking from Maffra to Melbourne to raise funds and awareness for RIGHT TO life. Deb speaks with one of the organisers - Les Jones…..for more information call 9387 7098

life FM NEWS

Our Listener Survey Deadline has been extended to April 10th. Fill in our survey and return it to us before April 10th and you could win a copy of the Left Behind book. You can fill in the survey here and email it to us at or all the office and we'll mail you a copy. Make copies and get your friends to fill them in too!

Do you fancy having a go at being on air? We're holding auditions for more voices for life FM. You'll need to be able to read fluently with clear pronunciation and take direction. Until we can run training programs we only need a few more voices but we will keep your information on file. No broadcast experience necessary.

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT !!

Each audition should take 15mins - call 5143 0355 during office hours to book. Sat 8th April - between 10am and 5pm at the studio 204 Raymond Street, Sale

We hope youve been enjoying our radio drama series - starting Monday we present the incredible story of Corrie ten Boom in THE HIDING PLACE. After Easter well be starting the 144 episodes of the Left Behind series - so for great radio drama stay listening to life FM - each episode is broadcast 3 times a day - 7am, and 7 and 11pm.

31 March 2006

life WALK

This Sunday people from all over Victoria will be walking from Maffra to Melbourne to raise funds in life Walk 2006.

For 8 days walkers will be taking in the sights of Gippsland as well as raising awareness and more importantly FUNDS for Right to life Australia.

Deb asked Marianne BAGGULEY from the local organising committee whats planned for Sunday

If you'd like more information or to register for the walk - call 9387 7098 or visit the website


ANNIE DOG AUDITIONS

You've probably heard the show-business saying that warns against working with children and animals. Well the Maffra Dramatic Society will be working with both in its latest stage production of the classic musical "Annie". Production for the play that opens in May is well under way but a dog is needed to fill the role of the Sandy a stray dog that becomes orphaned Annies companion as she searches for her parents. Deb spoke to Sue Martin president of the Maffra Dramatic Society to find out about the upcoming auditions for the role.

Performances of Annie will take place in Sale at the Wellington Entertainment Centre on the 26th, 27th & 28th of May, and at the Maffra Memorial Hall on the 2nd, 3rd & 4th of June. The dog auditions will be held at Maffra Memorial Hall this Sunday the 2nd of April. If you would like to audition your dog please call the director Rob Woodhouse on (03) 5147 2164 or Mobile number 0411 434 520 for audition times. Make sure that your dog is on a leash.

GCASA

Pick up the newspaper or listen to the news an each day youll probably hear about someone being sexually assaulted. The statistics are alarming and the effects are often complex and long lasting. The Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault offers counseling for people who have been through this kind of sexual trauma but it can be very confronting as GCASA Manager Dr Margaret Ubergang explains.

If you are sexually assaulted, it is not your fault. Dont be afraid to ask for help or support. Help is available - call GCASA on 5134 3922 or go to the GCASA website

life FM NEWS

Do you fancy having a go at being on air? We're holding auditions for more voices for life FM. You'll need to be able to read fluently with clear pronunciation and take direction. Until we can run training programs we only need a few more voices but we will keep your information on file. No broadcast experience necessary.

BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT !!

Each audition should take 15mins - call 5143 0355 during office hours to book.
Sat 1st April - between 1pm and 5pm in Suite 24, Latrobe Business Centre, Darlimulah Ave, Newborough
Sat 8th April - between 10am and 5pm at the studio 204 Raymond Street, Sale

We hope youve been enjoying our radio drama series - starting Monday we present the incredible story of Corrie ten Boom in THE HIDING PLACE. After Easter well be starting the 144 episodes of the Left Behind series - so for great radio drama stay listening to life FM - each episode is broadcast 3 times a day - 7am, and 7 and 11pm.

24 March 2006

Motor Neurone Disease

Motor Neurone Disease affects more people than you probably realise - as Deb found out when she spoke with Alison Moore……

www.mnd.asn.au

ROCK IT

Allan Halliwell from Valley Combined Youth talks about ROCK IT - to be held on Sat 8th April at the Traralgon Baptist Church Hall from 6:30pm

http://users.bigpond.net.au/ValleyCombinedYouth/