Petersfield's Shine Radio

Petersfied Town Council's Mayor, Councillor Jamie Matthews, talks to Mike Waddington about what's been happening in the community and within the Council, mainly the preparations for the Budget. This will be set in January and already has pressures (like the National Insurance increase) but also how savings have been made in a new Grounds Maintenance contract, which started in October. He also comm...

This month, Julie Butler discovers the wonderful work of Canine Partners. Julie first came across the organisation at the South Downs Show last August. After listening to a talk by their volunteer, Simon Robinson, she was so interested that she wanted to find out more. Join Julie as she takes us on a journey to discover more about Canine Partners. First, she chats with Simon and Ewen to learn abou...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Butser Police report. Purple Poppies remember the animals who served too. Flute player plays with her band and for her special charity. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 3 November, 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Petersfield has held its fifth dementia festival. The Rams are out of the Wessex League Cup after back to back defeats. There are thirty seven winners in this week’s East Hampshire community lottery. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Pu...

Petersfield men's rugby team suffered a big loss last weekend and now have the task of having to move on and forget. But they have just a week to do it and on Saturday they take on Havant Dolphins at Penns Place. The women's side also take on the Havant Dolphins but from a much different perspective....riding on cloud nine after a stunning 65-0 victory the previous week.  https://www.petersfi...

There's an unwritten universal law known in stargazing as 'Spode's Law' which says if something can go wrong it will go wrong! For stargazers, this usually manifests as cloudy skies whenever there's an astronomical event; but allow Sky Watch to introduce you to one Guillaume Le Gentil, an 18th century French astronomer who was perhaps the unluckiest observer ever! Discover what you can see in the...

Jarvis the working cocker and Bailey the labrador are highly trained Urban Search & Rescue (USAR) dogs.  Along with veteran handler Graham Currie, the dogs are first responders to disaster scenes in the UK such as train crashes or collapsed buildings. Bailey is also an ISAR dog - working internationally as part of a search and rescue cooperation that came into being after the 9/11 attacks...

Local MP Damian Hinds is now the Shadow Spokesperson on Health and Social Care. It is high profile and a demanding, complex area of policy. Speaking to Mike Waddington he talks about the role and the large consensus there is around policy but differences must be debated as a road to better solutions.  He talks about the areas that need to be under consideration and his own 'red lines.' He als...

On Wednesday 11 November at 6pm at Winton House on the High Street, local people can 'pitch' for small amounts of a few hundred pounds to improve an area, launch a group or other ideas that need support.  Small amounts can do significant good says Linda Wallace, Chief Executive at PHA Homes, talking to Mike Waddington.  Linda explains the simple process of 'pitching', encouraging people...

The lure of great music at one of the many stages at Victorious Festival last year brought old friends back together – and sparked something unexpected. Jo Gray met up with Petersfield teacher Joe and Abbie from James Joe to hear how a chance encounter, a twist of fate and a shared love of music led to the formation of the band. For more about their music find @jamesjoemusic on social media....

The Fifth Dementia Festival was held on Friday 30 October at Churcher's College. Inspired by the late Geoff Williams, Dementia Friendly Petersfield and Alton brought organisations together so people could learn more about dementia, find out about support and understand more. A vibrant, positive gathering with plenty going on - celebrating improvements but also the extensive network of organisation...

It was a very special afternoon with live band music from the Riverside Concert Band. They provided a lively mix of rock, pop and show favourites, all in aid of Canine Partners. It was particularly special to them as one of their band members, Jenni, was accompanied by her Canine Partner, Rain. She played the flute and helped organise the event. Shine Radio's Julie Butler was there to listen to th...

Downsizing the family home can be emotional, especially when it holds a lifetime of memories. Jo Jacob from Benella talks to Shine Radio on how to start those conversations early, plan ahead and make the next chapter a happy one. Whether you are downsizing or going through difficult times, planning is key. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 200 walkers braved the elements to take part in the nineth local Beacon of Peace Walk last Saturday. Although wet, the walk saw 28 charities walking to raise money for their causes. Every penny that gets raised goes straight back into the charities At the end of the walk we caught up with the Chairman Luft Rehman from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Local MP helps launch Liphook Poppy Appeal. Joe Tully's Christmas Give starts tomorrow. We preview this weekend’s sport. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 30 October, 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Poppy magic returns as Petersfield unites to remember. Don’t start with the Beatles, says the Shedders. A prominent Petersfield volunteer has died. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published at 5:00am on 29 October, 2026 See omnystudio...

On Saturday 31 October, Joe Tully launches his Christmas appeal for gifts for children. He is supporting the Salvation Army, the Kings Arms and Home Start Butser. This is his13th year of doing so. Joe, now doing his 'A' levels in Liphook, speaks to Mike Waddington about what, where and why it is needed. There's also a Giving Tree at drop off points, where you can donate for a specific child. We al...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. More than two hundred people have been walking for peace and their favourite charities near Bordon. Two accomplished councillors from our area have received special honours. Deodorant is in demand at Petersfield foodbank today. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500....

Matt Jolin has recently returned back from Portugal securing an impressive eighth place at this year’s world championship age group Aquabike. This is a triathlon that doesn’t include a running section, even so it is still a very challenging competition.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Runnyhoneys support Let’s Lift the Curfew as clocks go back. East Hampshire Dementia Festival returns to Petersfield! And Stephen has a taste of things coming up with What’s On across the Petersphere. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it sh...

The annual town awards returned to Churcher's College on Friday 23rd October to celebrate the people, businesses and organisations that make Petersfield such a vibrant town. Shine Radio was there to capture the excitement and speak to some of the winners.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Arts Society Petersfield has almost 300 members and a waiting list of around 40 more. Daniela Jones, talking to Mike Waddington and new volunteer Anya, is the Chairman of the Society and talks about the appeal of a society dedicated to art appreciation, with lectures, visits and trips - they are just back from Vienna. They also support other ventures and causes in the area, More at The Arts So...

Anya, a chemistry student from Petersfield is at Bristol University and talks about being part of the interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amidst the cascade of knitted poppies at St Peter’s Church there are a few in purple. They remember the animals who ‘served’ too.  Charlie Roberts from St Peter’s Vets explains why they also support the charity, Murphy’s Army Purple Poppy Appeal , which honours and supports the animals who served alongside our Armed Forces and Emergency Services. The beneficiarie...

Today's local news and information update from Petersfield's Shine Radio. Shine Radio celebrates another win at the Petersfield Awards. We have the weekend sporting roundup from across the Petersphere. We have this week’s results in the East Hants Community Lottery. To share your news stories email  team@shineradio.uk or call, text or WhatsApp 01730 555 500. You make it shine. Published...