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The first Koels arrive in Canberra for love
Have you heard the call of the Koel bird in your backyard yet? The first Koels have migrated south and are starting to be heard all over Canberra. Kim Farley from Canberra Birds joined Roving Reporter Mary Goode in a bird hide at Jerrabomberra Wetlands this morning on ABC Radio Canberra Breakfast. Ms Farley says the birds have become more common after first arriving in Canberra in the 1970s. Ms Farley says while they didn't used to breed here, they now do. Ms Farley says they're an interesting bird.
Meet The Canberra Local Who Started Cathy Freeman's Historic Race
On the 25th September 2000, at the Sydney Olympic Games, Cathy Freeman took to the race track to secure the gold in a 400m final that stopped the nation. ABC Canberra Breakfast spoke to the local who played an integral role in this historic event — the man who fired the starting gun. His name is Mal Davies, and he is 92 years old. Ross Solly asked him about his unique role in this unforgettable moment in Australia's sporting history.
Caring is a full time job for members of the sandwich generation
According to Australian Seniors the most significant type of care offered by members of the sandwich generation is emotional support. The Sandwich Generation Report 2025 surveyed more than 4,500 Australians to understand the unique challenges faced by those with dual caregiving responsibilities. It found carers spend, on average, 15 hours per week on unpaid care for ageing parents and another 15 hours for children - together that is almost the equivalent of a full time job.
Can multigenerational designs be the answer for Canberran's in the "sandwich generation"? - ABC listen
ABC Canberra's Saskia Mabin spoke with architect James Gaughwin about the rise in demand for multi-generational homes in Canberra. These spaces are designed to house both elderly parents and young adult children making them a practical option for those in the midst of the "sandwich generation". This chat was part of the ABC's care squeeze series.
Your Canberra Candidates: The Electorate of Riverina
ABC Canberra Breakfast sits down with the key candidates from each ACT electorate ahead of the 2025 election. Ross Solly was joined by representatives from the Electorate of Riverina, current National member Michael McCormack, Labor representative Mark Jeffreson and Greens representative Pheonix Valxori to hear their pitches ahead of May 3rd.
Your Canberra Candidates: The Electorate of Eden-Monaro
ABC Canberra Breakfast sits down with the key candidates from each ACT electorate ahead of the 2025 election. Ross Solly was joined by representatives from the Electorate of Eden-Monaro, current Labor MP Kristy McBain, Liberal representative Jo van der Plaat and Greens representative Emma Goward to hear their pitches ahead of May 3rd.
Your Canberra Candidates: The Electorate of Bean
ABC Canberra Breakfast sits down with the key candidates from each ACT electorate ahead of the 2025 election. Ross Solly was joined by representatives from the Electorate of Bean, current Labor MP David Smith, Liberal representative David Lamerton, Greens representative Sam Carter and Independent representative Jessie Price to hear their pitches ahead of May 3rd.
ACT Heritage Council knocks back Forrest church application
The Wesley Uniting Church in Forrest have had their ACT Heritage Council application knocked back. Ross Solly sat down with Heritage Council ACT Deputy Chair Catherine Skipington to understand what characterises heritage buildings in the ACT.
Your Canberra Candidates: The Electorate of Fenner
ABC Canberra Breakfast sits down with the key candidates from each ACT electorate ahead of the 2025 election. Ross Solly was joined by representatives from the Electorate of Fenner, current Labor MP Andrew Leigh, Liberal representative Bola Olatunbosun and Greens representative Dani Hunterford to hear their pitches ahead of May 3rd.
What is your vision for Commonwealth Park?
What do you want to see what's included in upgrades to Commonwealth Park? The National Capital Authority has today launched its new revitalisation concept plan and is asking the Australian community for feedback. ABC Canberra's Ross Solly sat down with NCA chief executive Karen Doran to find out more.
Constitutional Law Expert answers your questions about the Voice
It's fair to say, right now, there are more people interested in Australia's constitution than there have been in many years. But just how complex is it, and what do you need to know before voting in Voice to Parliament referendum on October 14? Anne Twomey is a Professor of Constitutional Law with the University of Sydney she spoke to NSW Drive's Anna Moulder to help us get to the bottom of what this referendum means for our constitution.
Do you struggle to pack for trips? - ABC listen
Scrunch, roll, fold or compress? How do you go about packing a suitcase? Are you a minimalist with just one carry on bag for six weeks in Europe or are you a chronic over packer carting more clothes overseas than you ever wear in a month at home? NSW Drive's Anna Moulder discovers the secrets of packing with travel writer Carolyne Jasinski.
Grammy Award winning choir tours regional New South Wales
What does music mean to you? Does it evoke emotion? Is there a certain song you hear that makes you think of a special moment in your life or perhaps a special person? With the Soweto Gospel Choir currently embarking on a four month long Australian tour, NSW Drive's Anna Moulder ponders this question with Bongani Ncube and Nobuhle Dhlamini from the Soweto Gospel Choir, what does the power of music mean to you?
Why is no one listening to Aussie music? - ABC listen
Popular musicians and key industry figures will head up the brand new Music Australia Council. A government-backed body, established to support and grow Australian music at home and abroad. Adrian Collette AM is Creative Australia's CEO and the Chair of the new Music Australia Council and Sophie Payten better known for her stage name Gordi is also a part of the council. They spoke to NSW Drive's Anna Moulder after the council's launch.
Is Girl Math actually a thing? - ABC listen
A new trend called Girl Math has emerged on TikTok. It's a trend women have been using on social media to justify their spending habits. Dr Angel Zhong is an Associate Professor of Finance at RMIT, she is concerned this trend could impact on our financial literacy.
Missing surfers found
It's the good news everyone was hoping to hear, four Australians who went missing off the coast of Indonesia during a surf trip have been found alive. Jordan Short, Steph Weisse, Will Teagle and Elliot Foote were travelling in a wooden speedboat with three Indonesian crew when they hit bad weather and lost contact around 6 o'clock on Sunday night. Anna Moulder spoke with Jordan Short's sister, Jes Short, after she heard the news her brother was safe.
Western NSW Community Legal Centre to lose funding for domestic violence outreach solicitor Original
A legal service providing domestic violence support to some of the most vulnerable communities in outback New South Wales will discontinue when state government funding ceases at the end of the month.
New food safety standards for leafy greens, melons and berries have small growers worried about their future
Small-scale growers around the country are concerned tightened regulations for leafy greens, melons and berries could disadvantage them and in some cases potentially price them out of business. Regulator Food Standards Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) says several outbreaks of foodborne illness across the three sectors in the past decade highlighted the need for the new regulations, which it describes as a positive for the industry.
Bull rider Deakan Keven-Faulker, from Kootingal, bound for Junior World Rodeo Championships
A New South Wales country kid has been selected to represent Australia in the Junior World Rodeo Championships. Key points: Deakan Keven-Faulkner has been selected to compete in the Junior World Rodeo Championship in Las Vegas Chasing his bull riding dreams wasn't always easy, with his mum worrying about his safety He says success in the sport relies on good strength, fitness and balance Kootingal resident Deakan Keven-Faulker, 14, has wanted to ride bulls for as long as he can remember.
Wee Waa vet clinic closes as Australian Veterinary Association highlights staffing crisis
The rural town of Wee Waa is the latest community to be hit by a national vet shortage. Key points: The Wee Waa community faces an 80 kilometre round trip to access veterinary care Some job postings have been up for 18 months with no interest Animals are being turned away or referred to other clinics Western Namoi Veterinary services was the only practice in the western NSW town before its doors were closed for the final time last week.
Meet the Mingoola farmers who run the local fire house
The small rural village of Mingoola, located west of Tenterfield, is home to a vibrant and close-knit community of farmers and volunteers. Join rural reporters Kim Honan and Grace O’Dea for a special broadcast from the Mingoola Fire Shed for ABC’s Love Where You Live campaign.
Sheep, cattle feed supplements aim to shrink methane gas emissions in federal livestock program
The Australian government has tasked researchers with reducing methane production in livestock, which accounts for 11 per cent of the country's greenhouse gas emissions.
Biological defleecing method could see wool pulled off a sheep's back through corn protein injection
The wool industry is spending $1.4 million on a breakthrough shearing method that utilises a system of biological defleecing. Key points: Researchers are confident they can use a corn protein to harvest wool The protein puts a break in the wool, enabling it to be pulled off by hand or a machine Farmers are desperate for automated technology as the cost of shearing sky-rockets The technique is based on a protein from the corn plant called zein.
Australian Defence Force veterans recruited to assist with cotton harvest to combat labour shortage
A successful program in which former Australian Defence Force personnel assisted with worker shortages in the grain industry during the pandemic is now expanding to the cotton industry.
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Research into moth-eating bats could drive natural pest control on Australian vineyards
Researchers say moth-eating bats could be the key to dramatically reducing the use of pesticides in wineries, potentially saving the industry $50 million a year nationally.
Vets declare Ovine Johne's Disease endemic across NSW, as farmers increase biosecurity
A nasty bacterial disease that causes sheep to waste away has spread further across New South Wales. Key points: Traditionally found in southern parts of the country, Ovine Johne's Disease has spread into northern NSW OJD is a bacteria that lives in the small intestine in sheep leading to chronic wasting and death Farmers are being urged to vaccinate their sheep The often fatal Ovine Johne's Disease (OJD) is now considered endemic across NSW after its detection on the Northern Tablelands.
This farmer has cut her energy costs by 70 per cent, but others struggle with cost of going green
Farmers that want to switch to renewable energy to counter rising electricity prices are finding batteries cost twice as much to install in rural areas and that the technology still is not up to the task.
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