It all starts with hello

The simple act of saying “hello” to a person, whether you know them or not, could often be the beginning of a very positive social interaction. Depending on the kind of day your interlocutor is having, it could lift their spirits, particularly if it leads to further conversation. Day-to-day concerns often weigh us down, impacting on our mental health and wellbeing. So that fact that … Continue reading It all starts with hello

Tamworth festival connections set up a busy 2019 for drummer Jacob Schutte

In his first year of primary school, Jacob Schutte was asked what instrument he would like to learn.  When he chose drums, he set himself on a path that is already opening-up amazing opportunities in music. The 20 year old from Warragul has been performing with Golden Guitarists Tom Curtain, Steve Passfield and Mike ‘Fettler’ Kerin, as well as Luke Austen, Amber Joy Poulton, Meg … Continue reading Tamworth festival connections set up a busy 2019 for drummer Jacob Schutte

Michael and Darren – how much for Gippsland Rotary Centenary House?

If you were wondering how my little pledge regarding Michael Tripodi and Darren Chester went, I just handed $294 over to Traralgon Harriers for Gippsland Rotary Centenary House. BACKGROUND: Running to help the families of sick loved ones Darren finished a fair way back in the DFP Recruitment Community Fun Run field so he gave $300 to the charity.  Michael finished third, therefore Voyage Media … Continue reading Michael and Darren – how much for Gippsland Rotary Centenary House?

Running to help the families of sick loved ones

UPDATE: How they did A few extra dollars will go towards Gippsland Rotary Centenary House this Sunday, but the actual amount depends on how well two runners do in the DFP Recruitment Community Fun Run and Walk. The Member for Gippsland, Darren Chester, is taking part and at Voyage Media we’re keen to see how well he does against last year’s winner Michael Tripodi. We’ll … Continue reading Running to help the families of sick loved ones

An outpouring of bushfire help for land and animal owners

As fire crews continue to work on the Bunyip State Park bushfire, residents and property owners are taking stock and picking up the pieces. True to the Aussie spirit of helping out a mate in need, two Warragul businesses have helped facilitate the receiving and distribution of donations of emergency relief items. MG Trading and Horseland have been helping to meet the immediate needs of … Continue reading An outpouring of bushfire help for land and animal owners

Talk about racing: Justin Darcy

On the morning of a Gippsland race meeting, or on the Friday before a weekend meeting, Justin Darcy presents a preview on the radio. Those reports and a bit of racing chatter on YouTube constitute the early steps toward a full blown career for Justin in racing media. You’ll hear Justin’s previews in the sports section of local news bulletins on Gippsland’s Gold 98.3 FM … Continue reading Talk about racing: Justin Darcy