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Ashli Beards: Her Story and Priorities for Mornington | Inspired to Soar with Hannah In this episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, I welcome Asli i Beards, who is running for One Nation in the electorate of Mornington at the upcoming Victorian state election. We explore her background, what inspired her to enter politics and what she hopes to achieve for the Mornington community. Our conversati...

🎙️ Inspired to Soar with Hannah – Peter Angelico | One Nation Candidate for Hastings Welcome to another episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, where real stories spark real change! In today's episode, Hannah welcomes Peter Angelico, One Nation's candidate for Hastings in the upcoming Victorian state election. We discuss Peter's background, his journey into politics, why he wants to represent Has...

Hastings U3A Open Day: Come Along and See What’s Next | Jan & Julie Join Jan and Julie for a bright and breezy conversation about the upcoming Hastings U3A Open Day. Taking place on Friday 9 October 2026 from 10:30am–12:30pm at Hastings Hall, 3 High Street, Hastings, the free Open Day gives visitors the opportunity to discover the courses, activities and community behind Hastings U3A. Hear about d...

Episode 15: Seeds, Seedlings & Starting the Spring Garden Do we grow from seed, buy seedlings—or do a little of both? Spring has arrived on the Mornington Peninsula, but one beautiful sunny day doesn't necessarily mean it's time to plant everything! In this episode of Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula, Dennice and Robert explore the best ways to start the spring garden. They dis...

Chloe Coulson | Animals, Community and the Upcoming Election Hannah Swinnerton sits down with Chloe Coulson, the Animal Justice Party candidate for Hastings, to explore her community work, her journey into politics and her priorities ahead of the Victorian state election this November. Chloe talks about working at a specialist school, volunteering to restore native habitats, bringing people togeth...

Chris Crewther, the State Member for Mornington, returns to Inspired to Soar with Hannah for his second appearance on the podcast. Chris joins Hannah Swinnerton to discuss what has been happening since their first conversation, what inspired him to enter politics and what representing the Mornington community means to him. With the Victorian state election approaching, they discuss Chris’s achieve...

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🎙️ My Life Lately — Progress, Pressure and Choosing Myself In this honest solo episode, Hannah shares what has been happening in her life lately. She talks about her mental health, gym and weight-loss journey, 12-week challenge, work at Radio Westernport and the continued growth of Inspired to Soar with Hannah. Hannah reflects on the pressure she sometimes places on herself, the anxiety she experi...

Episode 15: Seeds, Seedlings & Starting the Spring Garden Should you grow your spring garden from seeds, buy seedlings or do a little of both? In this episode of Acacia Conversations Growing Well on the Peninsula, Dennice and Robert discuss what to plant during September, which vegetables are best sown directly into the garden and why gardeners shouldn’t rush to plant tomatoes after the first warm...

Episode 14 Welcome to Spring Wattle Day and the September Garden Spring has arrived on the Mornington Peninsula! In this episode of Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula, Dennice celebrates National Wattle Day and shares practical advice for looking after your garden during September. Dennice and Robert discuss Australian wattles, weeds, soil, fertilising, citrus care, mulch and spr...

Acacia Conversations Growing Well on the Peninsula: Camellias, Citrus and Western Port Writes Dennice welcomes Robert, President of Camellias Victoria, to explore the wonderful world of camellias. Discover the different camellia varieties, the best soil and position for healthy plants, why soil pH matters, and how to feed and care for camellias and azaleas. Robert also shares useful gardening advi...

Growing Together Join Jan and Julie as they shine a spotlight on the tutors and facilitators who bring Hastings U3A to life. Hear inspiring community stories and discover opportunities for new tutors to lead classes across Western Port venues. With record membership in 2026 and growing waiting lists for popular courses, including Dancing for Fitness and Fun and Tai Chi, passionate people are neede...

No garden is too small to create something wonderful. In this episode, Dennice explores how we can make every garden count, from suburban backyards and courtyards to balconies and small spaces. Experienced gardener and President of Camellias Victoria Robert Breeschoten joins the conversation to discuss espalier, including what it is, why it works so well in smaller gardens, which fruit trees are b...

🎙️ Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula Episode - Healthy Soil: More Than Just Dirt Healthy soil is the foundation of every successful garden. In this episode, Dennice is joined by gardening expert Robert Breeschoten to discuss why healthy soil matters, how to improve different soil types and the simple steps every gardener can take to create healthier, more resilient gardens. You'...

💚 Inspired to Soar with Hannah – Shine a Light on Homelessness 💚 Join Hannah Swinnerton for an important conversation about the Mornington Peninsula Shire's Shine a Light on Homelessness campaign. This episode explores the realities of homelessness on the Mornington Peninsula, the importance of community compassion, and how every person can play a role in making a difference. Learn about the cam...

🌿 Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula | Episode : Pruning ✂️ This week on Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula, Dennice celebrates the 10th episode of the series with a fascinating discussion on one of winter gardening’s most important—and often misunderstood—tasks: pruning. Joining Dennice is gardening expert Robert Breeschoten, who shares practical advice on whe...

Join Hannah Swinnerton as she sits down with Dr. Floyd Gomes, founder of Atticus Health, for an inspiring conversation about medicine, leadership, innovation, and the importance of community. Together they discuss: • Dr. Gomes' journey to becoming a doctor • The story behind Atticus Health • Supporting community through Radio Westernport • Willing and Enable Together • Mark & Sylvie's Home Care •...

In this special episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, I share my personal journey of living with an intellectual disability. I talk openly about my diagnosis, the everyday challenges I experience, how it impacts my daily life, and why raising awareness is so important. This episode is about breaking down stereotypes, encouraging understanding, and reminding people that having an intellectual di...

In Episode 9, Dennice explores two inspiring topics that celebrate growth in very different ways. Special guests Carolyn and David from Book Nest share the story behind their unique mobile bookshop and explain how they're bringing books and a love of reading to communities across the Mornington Peninsula. The gardening segment focuses on bare-rooted trees and plants, explaining why winter is the p...

Behind every great community is great communication! In this episode of the Hastings U3A Podcast, Julie chats with co-host Jan about her role as newsletter editor. Jan shares how each edition comes together, from collecting stories and photos to creating a newsletter that keeps Hastings U3A members informed, connected, and engaged. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the teamwork, creativity,...

🎙️ Hastings U3A Podcast Ian's Badminton Story In this episode of the Hastings U3A Podcast, hosts Jan and Julie welcome Ian, one of the group's enthusiastic badminton players. Ian shares his journey, talking about the enjoyment of badminton, the friendships he's built, and why being part of Hastings U3A has been such a rewarding experience. It's a relaxed and enjoyable conversation about staying ac...

What is a weed and are they always a bad thing? Dennice is joined once again by gardening expert Robert Breeschoten to explore why weeds grow, what they can tell us about your garden, and the best ways to manage them before spring arrives. The episode also opens with a friendly shout-out to Paul Mercurio MP regarding the new Bittern roundabout, where the landscaping has already sparked conversatio...

Episode – Our Winter Garden Guests Winter may seem like a quiet season in the garden, but it's one of the busiest times for our native wildlife. Join Dennice as she explores how our gardens can become safe havens for birds, possums, insects, frogs and other native animals during the colder months. In this episode you'll discover: • Why winter can be challenging for wildlife • The benefits of bird...

Western Port Secondary College Podcast Series Western Port Secondary College students continue to showcase their communication, creativity and broadcasting talents through an exciting series of student-produced podcasts in partnership with Radio Western Port. The latest collection of episodes features a variety of engaging topics that highlight both school life and the wider Hastings community. Th...

Episode 100 Celebrating 100 Episodes of Inspired to Soar with Hannah Welcome to a very special milestone episode! In this episode, Hannah celebrates reaching 100 episodes of Inspired to Soar with Hannah and reflects on the incredible journey that has brought the podcast to this moment. Hannah shares how the podcast began, what inspired her to start it, the challenges she has overcome, and the many...