With the findings of the inquest into Veronica Nelson’s death at Dame Phyllis Frost centre in Jan 2020 being handed down this week we have heard announcements from the state government about the changes to health provision at the women’s prisons, but what else is changing? I’m joined by community lawyer, prison activist and board member of Flat Out, a support and advocacy service for women and gender diverse people who are existing prison or at risk of going to prison, Amanda George. Wh...

Brief Interventions is a free, confidential and easy-to-access counselling service for anyone aged over 16 who is concerned about their mental health, wellbeing, or drug and alcohol use. BCYF delivers the program throughout Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula, Surf Coast, Colac Otway region, and the Golden Plains Shire. How does it work? Their experienced clinicians use a range of approaches and practical strategies to help improve health and wellbeing. Brief Interventions offer up to five one-h...

We all hang out for Summer. That time of the year where the days are long, we spend time at the beach, with friends, having endless BBQ’s and long walks. But the reality can be different and I want to shine a light on the other side of Summer in case you are feeling some of the Summertime Blues. In this episode I'm joined by Kylie Broadfoot Founder of KMB Coaching and we spend time understanding the types of goals we could be making at this time of year and why we sometimes sabotage the...

Have you seen sunflower lanyards getting about the place? The Hidden Disability Sunflower Scheme began in England at Gatwick airport and is now spreading its inclusion cheer all around the world. Sandee Facy from Bayley House joined me in the studio to share who the scheme is for and to call out to organisations and businesses who are looking to be more inclusive for the whole community, to get on board. Living with a Hidden Disability can make daily life more demanding for many peop...

Change...eek! Who is good at it? Lisa Taylor, my resident relationships and communication expert, from Strengthening Families Australia and I dive headlong into the notion of change. From being frustrated with someone who is not progressive with their point of view or holds a different opinion to you to struggling to comprehend how someone else can now think something you find too "out there", we can trip up when it comes to our communication and maintaining healthy relationships. Lisa and ...

"From doctor to patient to doctor again, Dr Steven Sommer's uplifting story is told alongside the story of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Steven's life and career was soaring with potential before it was derailed by ME/CFS. Steven and his partner, Tori, unveil the horrors of what it was like to have this disease as he shares his search for answers, a quest that culminates in a joyous turn-around. Interwoven, is the fascinating medical research that's blowing the hat off our understanding...

What's mHBOT and can it help with long covid symptoms? The simple answer is yes, the longer answer is ...listen to the interview. It was great to speak with Chris Reed from Geelong Bowen and Remedial Therapies about the use of mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for people experiencing long covid symptoms. While each person is different the research Chris refers to in his latest blog shows very encouraging signs. We also speak about his best advice when it comes to engaging a body work practiti...

Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, in collaboration with the Surf Coast Shire Council, will hold an inaugural truth-telling event: Pilk Purriyn, which means ‘sunrise’ from 5:30am - 7am Thursday 26th of January 2023. It is an opportunity for members of all communities to come together for deep listening and reflection as the sun rises. The event will acknowledge the trauma and harm to First Nations People through colonisation and recognise the resilience of their peop...

Just because it has always been doesn't mean is has to be this year. Chrissie Davies from Chaos to Calm joined me in the studio to discuss how parents are looking to create new traditions that reflect their families needs and values. We discuss a range of ideas on how you can have a far more peaceful and enjoyable Christmas by tweaking expectations, doing things differently and catering for your family's needs. Chrissie Davies is a child behaviour expert, trauma informed educator, consultan...

Grief does strange things to you. It can take away your taste, appetite and even your ability to make a decision. It makes us ache, robs us of sleep and keeps us in a perpetual fog. It's a state that requires us to live with it. It doesn't end, and is not gotten over. Annie Norrish from Hope Bereavement Care based in Geelong joined me to discuss how we can live with bereavement in times when the rest of the world is full of joy and excitement. This season I'm sh...