Radio Western Port

Episode 22 – Chris Crewther: Politics, Purpose & Mental Resilience From regional Victoria to Parliament House, Chris Crewther has carried one mission: make life better for the people around him. In this candid chat, the Member for Mornington (and former Federal MP) opens up about: His “aha” moment for entering public service Balancing high-pressure politics with mental wellbeing Lessons from leadi...

Episode #11 – The Joe Show Rates going up, crime on the rise, and a 102-year-old legend still showing us how it’s done, welcome to Episode #11! ‣ MPS passes its biggest budget yet – what it really means for your mortgage and front yard ‣ Car-theft hotspots: the 24 % crime jump and how thieves are gaming the system ‣ Grattons Rd cool-store inferno: what’s next for local growers? ‣ Somerville High’s...

Episode #21 – “Empowering Brighter Futures” Real-life stories. Real change. This week Hannah sits down with Haley, Casey & Nicole—the powerhouse trio behind Empowering Brighter Futures, a purpose-driven NDIS provider turning inclusion and mental-health advocacy into daily action. 🎙️ In this episode: How three women turned passion into a movement Mental-health rituals that keep frontline workers gr...

You know that friend who always listens but rarely gets asked, “How are you doing?” that was Cathy Vescio-Dibella for 30 years behind the salon chair. Today, she flips the script. In Episode 20 of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, we unpack Cathy’s journey from silent strength to published author and radio host. We talk emotional load, self-love “tanks,” and why your story is never “just a haircut.” W...

What do you call a climate plan that’s “too expensive” to write?—apparently, nothing at all. On Episode #10 of The Joe Show, Joe dives head-first into the big local headlines that matter: A kindergarten’s handwritten note sparks a brand-new Mornington Peninsula Shire flag policy. Tree-planting for our koalas—because furry locals deserve leafy homes. A noise-pollution court victory in Rosebud (peac...

On this episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, we’re stepping into the glittery, feel-good world of Disco Dating with the incredible duo Johanna and Josh. 🎶✨ Forget awkward speed dating nights, these two are flipping the script and mixing connection with music, movement, and true inclusivity. We talk about how their events are creating safe, joyful, and pressure-free spaces where love, friends...

Inspired to Soar with Hannah – Episode 01: Healing, Self-Love & Alopecia with Alison Real talk. Real transformation. 🦋 In our very first episode, host Hannah Swinnerton sits down with spiritual healer, life-coach and alopecia warrior Alison to unpack: Growing from “victim → survivor → thriver” What “holding space” REALLY means (and how to do it) Navigating alopecia & body image with radical self-...

Kick off 2025 with the first episode of Western Port Secondary College’s podcast on Radio Western Port! The student hosts bring you a lively mix of music, interviews, and community news. Highlights include: 🎸 Music Makes You Lose Control: Liam explores the power of symphonic metal. 📅 Community Buzz: Marcus shares upcoming events across Western Port and the Mornington Peninsula. 🔄 Evolution of M...

🎙️ Episode Title: Lifelong Learning with U3A Hastings Host: Brett Guests: Graeme & Julie Description: Is it ever too late to learn something new? Not according to Graeme and Julie from U3A Hastings, where curiosity, community, and connection are at the heart of everything they do. In this episode of Western Port Vibes, we explore the magic of learning in the "third age" of life. From Tai Chi to ph...

🎙️ The Joe Show - Episode #9 🎙️ This week, Joe’s got a packed show of local scoops, hot topics, and a few laughs along the way: Why Western Port's reduced Fisheries officers just won't cut it Bird Rock steps replaced — but at $2.7 million?! Warning: Asbestos concerns at Balcombe Beach Sewerage connection update in Crib Point Slow down on those electric scooters in Hastings! Emergency accommodation...

In this powerful episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, we welcome the fierce and fearless Melissa Bates, international best-selling author, transformational coach, and the heart behind Choice to Change Coaching & Consulting. Melissa’s journey is raw, real, and radically inspiring. From surviving childhood trauma, addiction, and incarceration to becoming a beacon of hope and healing for other wo...

Episode Title: Rising Beyond Cancer | Featuring Nigel McBride This week on Inspired to Soar with Hannah, we welcome Nigel McBride — a prostate cancer survivor, advocate, and true example of strength in the face of adversity. Diagnosed at 52, Nigel turned one of life’s toughest moments into a mission. Now a passionate volunteer for the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, he shares raw and hone...

Episode #15 – Cr. Michael Stephens: Leadership, Mental Health & the Power of Community Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah – the show where real stories spark real change. In this episode, host Hannah Swinnerton sits down with Councillor Michael Stephens, a respected local leader on the Mornington Peninsula with over 40 years in small business and a lifelong commitment to community service. Fr...

Episode Title: Burnout to Brilliance: Mandy Vevers on Reclaiming Your Life Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah, the podcast where real stories spark real change. This week, we welcome the incredible Mandy Vevers, Women’s Empowerment and Burnout Recovery Coach and founder of Mandy Coaching for Life. After years of climbing the corporate ladder, Mandy hit burnout, but instead of breaking, she re...

In this powerful and timely episode of Western Port Vibes, host Brett Thiedeman sits down with geriatrician Dr. Paul Lin to unpack the groundbreaking approval of donanemab (Kisunla) – the first new treatment for early Alzheimer’s disease in Australia in over 25 years. ✔️ What is Alzheimer’s and why early intervention matters ✔️ How Donanemab works and who it’s for ✔️ The risks, costs, and rollout...

Welcome back to Inspired to Soar with Hannah — the show where real stories spark real change. In this deeply moving episode, Hannah sits down with Matt Baynes — a mental health nurse, father of four, footy umpire, and someone who knows firsthand the courage it takes to speak up about mental health. After losing his father to Alzheimer’s and grappling with his own mental health struggles, Matt foun...

The Joe Show – Latest Episode Joe’s back with a packed episode diving into local wins, worrying trends, and a dash of global madness. ✅ McKenzie takes Flinders for the Liberals ✅ Asbestos alert at Balcombe Estuary – heading for the beach ✅ Telecom towers in Mt Martha – rent $$$ & better coverage ✅ Youth crime in Hastings frustrating shop owners ✅ Sewer plan for Mt Martha ✅ Landslide in McCra...

🎙️ Inspired to Soar with Hannah – Episode 1: Chloe Hall – Strength, Discipline & Unstoppable Resilience Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah, the show where real stories spark real change. I’m your host, Hannah Swinnerton ,mental health and anti-bullying advocate, proud gym girl, and someone who knows what it’s like to walk the hard roads and come out stronger. In this powerful debut episode, I...

🎙️ The Joe Show - Local Life, Loud and Clear! Zoe Daniels has taken the seat of Flinders, and Joe has thoughts about the new budget — it’s hitting harder than ever, with Victoria now the most taxed state in Australia. From the pain of the cost of living to sneaky cents Joe’s saving at the checkout, we’re all feeling it. This week, we also talk about: The revival of The Hastings Club Free will & me...

Inspired to Soar with Hannah — Episode ft. Hannah Gordon Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah, the show where real stories spark real change. In this deeply moving episode, host Hannah Swinnerton sits down with Hannah Gordon, a Mental Health Social Worker with 17+ years of experience and a personal journey that redefines resilience. From surviving domestic violence to founding her own counselli...

Inspired to Soar with Hannah | Episode: Jeff Fenech – The Heart of a Champion Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah — the show where real stories spark real change. In this powerful episode, host Hannah Swinnerton sits down with Australian boxing legend Jeff Fenech — a three-time world champion, Olympic athlete, and true warrior both inside and outside the ring. From a tough upbringing to becomi...

🎧 The Joe Show – “Hastings on the Brink” Joe’s back and fired up! This week on The Joe Show, we cover everything from local lifelines to law and order: ✅ Hastings Club SAVED – thanks to Brian Stahl’s community-first advocacy ✅ Crime in Hastings – Joe says more cameras and tougher penalties are needed now ✅ Fishers Officers – only 3 left in Western Port?! ✅ Somers Foreshore – a local disgrace...

Episode 8 – Hannah Adams: Surviving Trauma, Finding Light In this powerful episode of Inspired to Soar with Hannah, I’m joined by the incredibly resilient Hannah Adams. At just 26 years old, Hannah has faced more than most do in a lifetime, living with BPD, anxiety, and depression, surviving homelessness, and enduring sexual assault. But Hannah is still here. Still fighting. Still healing. Today,...

Inspired to Soar with Hannah : Episode: Steve Bastoni This week, Hannah sits down with the incredible Steve Bastoni, acclaimed actor, writer, director, and producer with over 40 years in the entertainment industry. From Neighbours to Netflix, Steve shares his remarkable journey, the ups and downs of working in film and television, and how he stays grounded through it all. In this honest and uplift...

The Joe Show – Radio Western Port This week on The Joe Show, Joe dishes out a mix of local updates and his signature dry wit. From a painless flu shot (highly recommended!), to the landslide behind McCrae and that leaky water main, there's plenty going on across the Peninsula. Joe also talks about: ANZAC celebrations in Mt Eliza’s community hall 🥁 Progress (finally!) on the Flinders Pier extensio...