Life Journey TV

To coincide with this year's Beef Australia in Rockhampton, I thought it timely to chat with Jill Rigney from the Right Mind.   Jill shares with me her expertise in ensuring a legacy for future generations through careful financial planning, open communication and understanding each individual's needs.   We also speak about how taking care of our finances can help our mental health.   I...

This year, to commemorate Anzac Day, Sergeant Tim Hibberd joins me to give some insight into his experience whilst serving in Afghanistan.   He also shares what Anzac Day means to him as a returned soldier in the 21st Century and gives a prodigious account of the significance of the Last Post. Sergeant Hibberd served as an Aircraft Maintenance Manager, UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Mission Comma...

My recent six-day hike across the Overland Track in Tasmania, opened up a whole new world for me, allowing me to experience many new challenges - things I had never thought of doing before. From climbing mountains to swimming in ice cold water, I absolutely fell in love with the whole adventure. Whilst I don't have Girls Trek to thank for my first hiking experience (that accolade goes to Tasm...

My recent six-day hike across the Overland Track in Tasmania, opened up a whole new world for me, allowing me to experience many new challenges - things I had never thought of doing before. From climbing mountains to swimming in ice cold water, I absolutely fell in love with the whole adventure. Whilst I don't have Girls Trek to thank for my first hiking experience (that accolade goes to Tasm...

When Marie Muffett took a well earned holiday with her daughter, she wasn't expecting their trip to turn her world upside down. Marie was one of 2,700 passengers on-board the Ruby Princess, when it set sail for New Zealand in February last year.    Unfortunately, she was also one of more than 700 people on board that ship to contract COVID. Marie shares her experience with me and has a dire w...

By the time Tracey Litfin was 21,  she had graduated from study with first class honours, was newly married and within a few months of her wedding, had fallen pregnant with her first child.  ⁣ ⁣ Life was wonderful and exciting.  ⁣ ⁣ Sadly, that all changed on the 4th of September,  2002 when Tracey had a fall from her horse and was left in a coma with little chance of recovery.⁣ ⁣ But recover she...

As part of International Women's Day, I wanted to bring to you someone who epitomises what I believe being a woman is all about.  Heidi Smith may look like a cowgirl, and she is, but she is also much more.  Heidi has had her fair share of challenges which she handles with grace, courage, love and hope.   She doesn't make excuses for herself and is comfortable in her vulnerability. She is...

What happens when we die? Why are we faced with so many challenges and what is our purpose here on earth? Betty Eadie answers these questions and so many more in her beautiful book,  'Embraced by the Light'. In the book, Betty documents her incredible experience of passing away and returning to fulfil her life's purpose. 'Embraced by the Light' has had a profound effect on...

Mackay urologist, Dr Sanjeev Bandi, is a powerhouse within the ranks of Mo Bro’s worldwide. He has been the leading individual fundraiser in Australia for a number of consecutive years and has raised $435,514 since 2008. His club, the Mo~ving Mackay Cricket Club has raised $598,529 since 2011. Dr Bandi believes we all need to work together to improve men’s health and well-being and is particularly...

Warwick Schiller is a world-renowned Australian horseman, who is as passionate about mental health as he is about horses.   Warwick very graciously gave me his time recently, to share his insights from a male perspective on challenges, attitude and mental health.   As part of ‘Movember’ in Australia, I’m very grateful to Warwick for sharing his experiences with me this month.   With 20 million vie...

Tracy Bevan’s name is synonymous with the McGrath Foundation.⁣ ⁣ As a foundation ambassador and director, Jane McGrath’s best friend has diligently carried out the plan they hatched together to ensure every Australian suffering breast cancer, has access to a McGrath breast care nurse.⁣ ⁣ With 151 McGrath nurses throughout Australia, there is still a way to go, but with the passion and dedication o...

During Breast Cancer Awareness month, I thought it timely to catch up once again with Maree Balmain.   If you missed our first interview, Maree went from the labour ward to the oncology ward soon after giving birth to second child Harry. The past 12 months have been huge for the Balmain family. Between Maree’s treatment, the family have moved from Julia Creek in North West Qld to the Northern Terr...

In this episode, Sally Towne bravely shares her journey with IVF and breast cancer.   Sally, originally from Sydney, has spent her entire adult life in remote Australia and wouldn't have it any other way. October, being Breast Cancer Awareness Month,  gives us an opportunity to highlight the impact breast cancer has on those affected and their families. Sal has a strong message and it include...

As the founder of ‘Are You Bogged Mate?’, Mary O’Brien is a passionate advocate for men’s mental health.   Are You Bogged Mate?, aims to boost awareness and start a conversation with the broader community about the rising issue of depression and suicide rates among men in rural areas.   Through Mary’s advocacy, she is making it more acceptable for country men to talk about their challenges and mos...

Julie Rainbow had everything she had always wanted.     A loving marriage, 2 gorgeous kids, a beautiful home, and an award-winning business.     Sadly though, Julie was to find out the hard way, what she thought of as a loving marriage, was built on lies and deceit.     Julie lost everything, but rather than dwell on her misfortune, she focused on what she loved most in this world, her kids.   Jul...

Anna Daniels is a journalist, author and broadcaster from Rockhampton in Central Queensland.   Anna famously botched an interview with Russel Crowe when she was fresh from Uni. True to Anna’s style and philosophy, she didn’t let it get her down, turning the disaster into a triumph when she won the ABC’s Comedy Segment of the Year.   Anna has also written a best-selling novel, Girl In Between which...

Today's interview is one which I have been looking forward to since hearing Libby Moore speak last year and making an arrangement with her to 'catch up soon!'   Well finally, and thank you to the Zoom platform, we caught up firstly last month, and again more recently to record this interview.   Libby certainly has an incredible story.  As a young person, Libby moved from her home st...

Will Wright was just 3 years old when he was diagnosed with leukemia. By the time Will was 5, he had spent 3 Christmas' and 3 birthdays in hospital. In spite of this, with 4 relapses and 84 surgeries behind him, Will remains optimistic and excited about his future. In Year 12, Will's class was asked to write an essay on how their lives had been affected by movies they had watched. Will w...

From a simple gesture of kindness, Juliette Wright began her charity GIVIT in 2009 and since then has donated over 2 million items to those in need.  GIVIT's unique concept quickly captured the attention of the Government.  When Queensland flooded in 2011, Premier Anna Bligh turned to Juliette for help.  Givit became the state government's official website for managing donations during d...

This week's podcast is an oldie, but a goodie. I sit down and interview Ben Dobbin, Dobbo (as everyone knows him). Ben has led such an interesting life. From growing up in the middle of Sydney, to working in the Northern Territory on a remote cattle property, he is now a well known media personality. ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Dobbo even shares a bit of life advice with me.⁣ I hope you enjoy this interview.  ⁣

Jules Galloway had a troubled childhood.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Her adopted parents kept her locked away in their home, only allowing her to go to school with all hell breaking loose if she was just minutes late home in the afternoon.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ By the time Jules was 16, being homeless seemed a better option than staying where she was.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Despite everything, Jules has managed to put her dreadful childhood behind...

I was fortunate enough to catch up with the incredible Steven Bradbury last year.⁣ ⁣ To take his gold medal victory in Salt Lake City in 2002 at face value, would be to seriously underrate the enormous effort he put into his career in the years leading up to that spectacular moment.⁣

Julie Cross is a passionate speaker and brings a strong message of hope and empowerment to all who hear her speak.⁣ ⁣ Julie's own life hasn't been easy. She lost her husband when their two boys were little and their youngest child has lived his 19 years with autism. ⁣ ⁣ Julie fills her life with so much positivity and humour, its difficult not to feel happier in her company. ⁣ ⁣ I hope y...

The battle began every morning for Kyle Andrews when he climbed out of bed.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Kyle always knew he was gay, but it wasn’t until he was 13 and his parents found out, that things became really difficult for him.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Thrown out of home and ostracised by his peers, things couldn’t have been worse for a young gay person growing up in a small rural community.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Somehow though, Kyle found the coura...

"It's hard to imagine how you would react if you were tragically struck down in your youth. Why would you? It's not like that is ever going to happen."⁣ ⁣ So reads the first paragraph in Col Mackereth's memoir, Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. A book I had difficulty putting down. ⁣ ⁣ Col's story is one of overcoming unimaginable odds and doing so with courage, humility, a...