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Program: Glenelg jetty once featured an aquarium & a horse that washed away in a storm
Today's Glenelg jetty is a far cry from it's 1858 origins, when it was double the length, and featured an aquarium halfway down, tea rooms, a kiosk, an edible snow machine and a windmill. The jetty also featured a horse advertising pony rides that washed out to sea in a wild storm! President of the Marine Life Society of South Australia, Steve Reynolds, said to Caroline Winter, "I'm told the aquarium had thirty-six tonnes of water".
Program: Scrabble champion reveals winning is not about spelling
The champion player shared tips and tricks for navigating a successful game with Caroline Winter, and it's not about spelling. "When I started playing as a kid, we never knew about playing the seven-letter word, or balancing our rack".
Town crier remembered as the voice of Salisbury
Inspired by an announcement ending the war in England a young Tom Benney travelled to Australia to fulfil his dream of becoming a town crier providing a strong voice for Salisbury. Mayor Gillian Aldridge said to Caroline Winter, "We thought the world of him". Tom's daughter Julie Wasley said, "He was always known for his bowler hat, he'd never take that bowler hat off".
South Australian oyster industry crippled by toxins
Oyster growers who have lost thousands of dollars in income, remain in limbo, as South Australia's unprecedented algal bloom persists. The bloom has killed thousands of marine life, and for the first time, brevetoxins have been found in oyster samples, forcing some farms to close as a precaution. But New Zealand scientists may have some answers, after the same toxin devastated their aquaculture industry 30 years ago.
Survey says SA doctors-in-training experience bullying, harassment, racism & discrimination
A new national survey of doctors-in-training has found a growing number are dealing with bullying, harassment, racism, and discrimination. 40% of that bullying is coming from patients and their families. Chair of the Australian Medical Association South Australia Doctors in Training committee, Dr Hayden Cain said to Caroline Winter, "There's very little being done in a systemic manner in order to address this issue".
Victor Harbor, Goolwa & Port Elliot businesses struggle to secure summer staff
Throughout summer, the population of Victor Harbor, Goolwa & Port Elliot triples. That means peak season for local businesses, but when accommodation is hard to come by, so is finding reliable staff. Caroline Winter heard from Ben Hewitt from Yeo Haus in Port Elliott who said, "I've got a few foreigners this summer...I've got someone who's sleeping in their car".
Christmas cards on the decline but David continues the tradition to honour his Mum
Australia Post has retained the 65-cent price point to send a Christmas card, but sending & receiving cards in the mail is on the decline. However, David from Glengowrie is keeping the tradition alive, to honour his Mum and ensure her loved ones don't miss out. "Before she died, I always said I'd keep on the tradition", David shared with Caroline Winter. "It's a great way to keep in touch".
Is The Wiggles new Toyota 'Big Red Ute' appropriate for children?
Is The Wiggles partnership with Toyota a bit of fun, or is it aimed at creating early brand loyalty in children and influencing their parents? "It's a fairly well-established approach", said the President of Children and Media Australia, Prof. Elizabeth Handsley. "I guess there are people who think there's no too early time to start with it".
Free trade deal with India set to be worth millions for Australian producers amid avocado oversupply Original
In short: Australia has begun shipping avocados to India. The new free trade deal between Australia and India is aimed to diversify export markers and reduce Australia's dependence on China. What's next? Exporting avocados could help the common oversupply of fruit, which leads to fruit being dumped. Australia's obsession with the fruit once blamed for keeping young people out of the housing market is spreading internationally.
Australian wine makers turn to India
Australian wines are increasingly finding their way into Indian restaurants, bars, and wine stores. And with a drop in the import tariff on premium wines, more Australian producers have an opportunity to do business in the world's most populous country with a growing aspiration middle class. Featured: Bazil Moniz, Pali Bhavan restaurant Nikhil Agarwal, wine importer and retailer Don Farrell, Federal Trade Minister Elena Brooks, Dandelion Wines Matthew Deller, Wirra Wirra Broadcast 2 hours ago
SA teacher turns volunteer florist to manage grief and continue Mum's legacy - ABC listen
"Mum was actually diagnosed with a brain tumor when I was 12-years-old and she was given six months to live", said SA school teacher, Lauren Scott. "She survived until 62". Following her Mum's death, Lauren decided to create a legacy for the beloved Irish dance teacher. "She just wanted people to be the best they can be". Caroline Winter heard how the full-time school teacher tried her hand at volunteer floristry, inspired by her Mum. "I started creating these little bunches of flowers.
With your help the Australian space rover could get a Kaurna name - ABC listen
Kakirra, the Kaurna word for 'moon', is one of four choices for the official name of the Australian Space Agency's semi-autonomous rover that will land on the Moon. The NASA mission will see the rover collect lunar soil with the intention to extract oxygen for rocket fuel enabling a sustainable human presence on the moon. SA Year 8 Hamilton Secondary College student, Trent explained to Caroline Winter, discovering his name had been shortlisted was "unexpected. It was a very welcome surprise".
Will South Australia ever embrace a 4-day school week for students?
In Queensland and New South Wales they are already looking at the concept of a four-day school week, but South Australian educators have mixed views about its workability. "Any consultation around this would be absolutely essential", said Jayne Heath, Chief Executive of the South Australian Secondary Principals Association. However, Social commentator, author, and public education advocate, Jane Caro told Caroline Winter, "We're very rigid and I think it's time". Broadcast 3 hours ago
What makes the best sandwich in SA?
Lucia’s Charcuterie, in the Adelaide Central Market institution, has been awarded the best sandwich in SA on the 2023 delicious 100 list. So, what's on it and why is it so good? Lucia's, Annie Andreazza told Caroline Winter, "Our most popular sandwich on the menu is the number one".
75% more men getting the snip in Australia
The Aussie chef who sang a duet with Olivia and cooked burgers with Travolta
Jasper shares a very modern Australian family
Jasper Peach has a very modern Australian family. There's a dog, a cat, a wife and two children aged 3 and 6-years-old. "We just thought, 'how about some babies?'", joked Peach. The trans, non-binary, writer, speaker and parent shared with Caroline Winter, that having children allowed space to consider identity saying, "It really challenges you to be exactly who you are".
Port Wakefield Road 'protest statues' disappear
For 20 years, scrap metal statues built as a protest against a proposed waste dump have towered over motorists on Port Wakefield Road, Lower Light. The rat, cockroach, tinman, UFO and Ned Kelly statues have now been removed and relocated. Secretary of the Coalition of Coastal Communities, Alvin Jenkins explained to Caroline Winter, "The deal was, 8:30 on Saturday morning, please rock up, bring whatever tools you can, and we'll see what we can do".
Thousands caught touching their phones while driving despite penalties
"There are literally thousands every week who are caught texting, holding their phone, touching their phone while driving", says former-magistrate, David Heilpern. Now campaign lead for Drive Change, Heilpern says, "People offending in this way...is growing despite the increased penalties all round". In conversation with Caroline Winter, Heilpern suggested, "Perhaps we should think about...saying, you must have hands free in your car by 2024?" Broadcast 2h ago2 hours agoTue 16 May 2023 at 4:00am
Uniting SA volunteer, Sue's royal gift for 100-year-old Bessie-old Bessie - ABC Adelaide
Aged care resident, Bessie recently turning 100-years-old. Uniting SA volunteer, Sue was determined Bessie should get a right royal acknowledgement on the day. Caroline Winter spoke to Sue who explained the extraordinary lengths she went to, to put a smile on Bessie's face, and the surprising result that came from her gesture. Broadcast 1h ago1 hours agoMon 15 May 2023 at 4:00am
Disused South Australian playgrounds rebuilt in developing nations - ABC Adelaide
South Australia is repurposing 21 playgrounds that would otherwise have been delivered to the rubbish tip, and giving them new life overseas. The first consignment of six playgrounds from all over the state is being sent to Mongolia. Mark Clemow, Chair of Rotary Overseas Relocated Playgrounds, explained to Caroline Winter, "These kids will be able to experience real play on real playgrounds". Broadcast 19h ago19 hours agoThu 11 May 2023 at 4:00am Adelaide, Community Organisations
Adelaide's African community calls for community centre in the northern suburbs
South Australia's African Communities Council wants to see a community centre built in Adelaide's north, based on an African village concept. Financial support for a centre to help connect families with targeted services.has been recommended by a community-led inquiry into youth violence and crime Denis Yengi, Chair of the African Community Council of SA & Chair of the Working Group explained to Caroline Winter, "The is an African proverb that says that it takes a village to raise a child".
Adelaide boy Theo cup stacking his way to Singapore
Adelaide cup stacker, Theo Briggs-Wilson has autism and cerebral palsy. The 10-year-old is stacking his way to the World Championships with his eye on a new world record. Theo told Caroline Winter, "I would never have thought that (I'd) be overseas with 12 cups". Broadcast 27 Mar 202327 Mar 2023Mon 27 Mar 2023 at 3:00am
Henley Beach walkers sink in 'quick sand'
Sue Campagnaro regularly walks her dog along Henley Beach. But, she didn't expect to be rescued from 'quicksand' by onlookers during her daily stroll. Caroline Winter heard, Sue wasn't the only one to sink deep into soft sand. Broadcast 27 Mar 202327 Mar 2023Mon 27 Mar 2023 at 3:00am Adelaide, Local Government
Saving your best mate's life
Good mates, Nigel and Geoff were driving the Birdsville Track on a four-wheel-drive adventure. They never expected it to end up as a rescue mission. Story Caroline Winter, audio production by Elsa Silberstein and narration by Troy Sincock. Posted 8h ago8 hours agoThu 8 Dec 2022 at 2:00pm, updated 48m ago48 minutes agoThu 8 Dec 2022 at 9:18pm Birdsville, Disasters and Accidents
Deadline for Santa mail this Friday
Kids, get writing fast! The deadline for getting your letter to Santa is Friday, December 2. You can write to Santa, draw him something, send a photo or create a poem or song for the jolly man in red. Josh Bannister from Australia Post told Caroline Winter, no matter your age or vision you can receive a reply from the North Pole. Broadcast 3h ago3 hours agoThu 1 Dec 2022 at 2:30am Adelaide, Postal and Delivery Services
Adelaide artist dubbed 'Cans the Omega'
Adelaide artist, Joel van Moore aka Vans the Omega, is Artistic Director of Wonderwalls Festival and national mural festival - The Big Picture Festival. When he attended the ABC Gives Foodbank appeal at Edwardstown he was given a new name by ABC Radio Adelaide afternoons presenter, Caroline Winter. Introducing, 'Cans the Omega'. Broadcast 4h ago4 hours agoTue 29 Nov 2022 at 2:30am Adelaide, Charities and Community Organisations
Putting the pieces together
Tassie's Katrina Coleman is Australia's first puzzle champion. Story by Caroline Winter, extra production by Lisa Herbert. Posted 8h ago8 hours agoMon 28 Nov 2022 at 2:00pm, updated 27m ago27 minutes agoMon 28 Nov 2022 at 9:35pm Adelaide, Launceston, Games and Puzzles, Popular Culture
Year 4 class saves Henley Beach octopus
An eagle-eyed year 4 class "saved the day" at Henley Beach, delivering a beached octopus back to sea. The nocturnal southern sand octopus emerges under teh cover of darkness to forage over the sand for small crustaceans. "There was a lot of team work going on, some building of channels", Georgie Kenning from the Marine Discovery Centre explained to Caroline Winter. Broadcast 1h ago1 hours agoMon 28 Nov 2022 at 3:00am Adelaide, Animal Behaviour
Returning to uni in your 70's
80-year-old Julie Ross-Spooner, returned to university in her 70's. The former teacher graduated with a Bachelor of Languages (French) with First Class Honours and gave the valedictory address. Story by Caroline Winter and Troy Sincock, extra production by Sarah Cumming. Posted 8h ago8 hours agoSun 27 Nov 2022 at 2:00pm, updated 14m ago14 minutes agoSun 27 Nov 2022 at 10:24pm Adelaide, University, Aged Care, Languages
The experience of donating a body to science
When a parent dies it's common to experience, loss, sadness, and grief. But, honouring her father's dying wish to donate his body to science was a "remarkably happy" experience for Adelaide resident, Susan Rogers. Sharing her story with Caroline Winter, Rogers explained her family, "felt in safe hands the whole time". Broadcast 22h ago22 hours agoThu 24 Nov 2022 at 2:30am
From kid's parade to the Womad stage
Alexander Flood began his relationship with Womadelaide as a 12-year-old in the kid's parade. Now the Adelaide drummer, composer, and producer, is one of the latest artist's announced to perform at the celebrated Australian world music festival. Flood told Caroline Winter, "This has been a dream of mine for some time now". Broadcast Yesterday at 2:30amThu 24 Nov 2022 at 2:30am Adelaide, Carnivals and Festivals
Adelaide's 80-year-old uni student
80-year-old Julie Ross-Spooner, returned to study at university in her 70's. The former teacher graduated with a Bachelor of Languages (French) with First Class Honours and gave the valedictory address. Speaking to Caroline Winter about the value of learning she said, "Given half a chance and a mobile body, I'd be back working like a shot". Broadcast 20h ago20 hours agoWed 23 Nov 2022 at 2:30am
Are CDs making a comeback? - ABC Adelaide
Vinyl has made a resurgence in recent years. But, in the lead up to Christmas, could compact discs be making a comeback too? Caroline Winter spoke to the owner of Mr. V Music, Vic Fleirl who said, "There are CDs that are going to the hundreds of dollars in value". Broadcast 22h ago22 hours agoMon 21 Nov 2022 at 2:30am Adelaide, Music and Audio
Australia's puzzle champion, Katrina
Meet Katrina. Australia's champion puzzler. She'd never entered a competition before, she just wondered, "Am I actually really good at puzzles, or do I just think I am?" Katrina told Caroline Winter, "I got down to about five pieces and I couldn't even see any gaps in the puzzle". Broadcast Yesterday at 2:30amMon 21 Nov 2022 at 2:30am Adelaide, Games and Puzzles
Black snake surprises Adelaide driver - ABC Adelaide
A motorist from Adelaide's southern suburbs was shocked to discover she had a surprise passenger. Affectionately known as Sydney, the red-bellied black snake was hoping to hitch a ride. Speaking to Caroline Winter, Shelley said, "I quickly jumped out of the car...and started screaming". Broadcast 2h ago2 hours agoFri 18 Nov 2022 at 2:30am
Fridge, freeze or throw - what food can survive a power outage?
Recent power outages in South Australia could mean the loss of food in your fridge. What can you fridge, freeze or throw? Caroline Winter sought advice from Lydia Buchtmann of the Food Safety Info Council. Broadcast 3h ago3 hours agoTue 15 Nov 2022 at 2:30am
Should period products be free? - ABC Adelaide
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews' government will provide those who require them with free pads and tampons if re-elected on November 26. Eloise Hall from TABOO told Caroline Winter, "It's a hopeful election promise to read about". But comments on the ABC Radio Adelaide SMS line were not so supportive. One saying, "I'm a woman but why should the tax payer fund this?" Broadcast 2h ago2 hours agoTue 15 Nov 2022 at 2:30am
Renmark family's missing swan 'like losing a child'
Renmark's Bronish family adopted a duckling two years ago. The duck's neck "grew a bit taller, and a bit taller" and turned into a swan. Now Confit Duck has gone missing, and Karly Bronish told Caroline Winter, "It's like losing a child". Broadcast 13m ago13 minutes agoTue 15 Nov 2022 at 1:00am Adelaide, Animals and Nature
SA Aquatic Centre suffers lightning strike
The SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre in Marion suffered a lightning strike resulting in severe electrical damage. General Manager, Adam Luscombe said, "If we turn the power on too early, we can cause a surge for all the residents". Caroline Winter found out how long it will take for the centre to reopen. Broadcast 48m ago48 minutes agoMon 14 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Why there's so many fallen trees in Adelaide
A perfect storm has resulted in many trees down across Adelaide. "Winds from an unusual direction" are a contributing factor according to Director and Consulting Arboriculturist at Arborman Tree Solutions, Marcus Lodge. Caroline Winter looked at why the storm damage is so widespread. Broadcast 1h ago1 hours agoMon 14 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Adelaide service station offering old-fashioned service
Remember the days when service station attendants pumped your fuel, cleaned your windows and put air in your tyres? One service station in Adelaide is still offering the same old-fashioned service. Caroline Winter visited a business that has employed service station attendants for over four decades. Broadcast 48m ago48 minutes agoFri 11 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Is this man 'Happy as Larry'?
'Happy as Larry' is Australian (or New Zealand) slang that you still hear today. Could this man be the source of the saying', and how happy was he really? Caroline Winter asked Professor of Linguistics, Monash University, Kate Burridge for a history lesson. Broadcast 23h ago23 hours agoThu 10 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Why does milk freeze clear? - ABC Adelaide
When milk is frozen it appears clearer. But when thawed, it looks white again. Caroline Winter asked Senior Lecturer in food and nutrition at the University of Newcastle, Dr. Emma Beckett, "Why?"
The impact of weather on mental health
Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is a form of depression impacted by weather. With the extreme conditions across the country, how are people being affected? Caroline Winter discovered summer presents surprising risks for the some members of the community. Broadcast 2h ago2 hours agoThu 10 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Adelaide artist's Minneapolis billboard
The prize was having her painting 'Harvest Road' erected on a billboard in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. Caroline Winter heard, with the help of ABC Radio Adelaide listeners, Avril has finally seen her art up in light.
Back log of migrants awaiting permanent residency in Australia
There is a significant back log of migrants awaiting permanent residency in Australia. Caroline Winter spoke to an Indian migrant who arrived in Australia on the skilled migrant program, who was promised residency, and is still awaiting processing. Migration Agent, Mark Glazbrook says, "There is somewhere between ten to twenty-thousand people who have pending applications". Broadcast 1h ago1 hours agoTue 8 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Bring back service station attendants
ABC Radio Adelaide is giving you the opportunity to bring something from the past. Rob from Happy Valley chose to bring back, sharing a service with Caroline Winter that is no longer available at modern South Australian petrol stations. What would you choose to bring back? Broadcast 21h ago21 hours agoMon 7 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
The South Aussie vegan body building champion - ABC Adelaide
Adelaide body builder, Alice Nguyen won the Elite Pro Bikini Southern Hemisphere show in Sydney, qualifying for the World Championships in Spain 2023. This would never have happened if it wasn't for her personal trainer dropping her as a client. Nguyen told Caroline Winter how she showed him. Broadcast 21h ago21 hours agoMon 7 Nov 2022 at 3:00am Adelaide, Exercise and Fitness
Special Olympics athletes bowled out of Marion
Bowland, Marion is closing January 15, leaving Special Olympics South Australia bowlers without a home. Special Olympics State Ten Pin Bowling Coordinator and Program Lead, Margaret Alexander said, "They had typed up letters for me to hand out to everybody". Caroline Winter heard the impact on these bowlers lives will be greater than just losing a bowling alley. Broadcast 1h ago1 hours agoMon 7 Nov 2022 at 3:00am
Book connects kids with country
'Back on Country' is a children's book about the power of reconnecting to family, culture and Country. The book is written by Adnyamathanha and Narungga man, Adam Goodes, journalist Ellie Laing and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy. Laing shares with Caroline Winter, it was her 3-year-old son and his special announcement at the dinner table that kickstarted the project. Credits Caroline Winter, Presenter Broadcast 2h ago2 hours agoFri 4 Nov 2022 at 3:00am Adelaide, Books (Literature)
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