Monash Community Podcast Podcast

Monash Community Podcast

Charles Kovess
A weekly podcast for residents, businesses and organisations in the city of Monash.
Dr Harry Marget, Dentist and Founder of East Bentleigh Dental Group
Thank you to my guest on this episode, Dr Harry Marget, Dentist and Founder of East Bentleigh Dental Group.You can contact Dr Harry and his dental team via the website: https://www.ebdg.com.au/If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council. To access upcoming Council Meeting agenda's go HERE.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.
Sep 9, 2021
49 min
Michael Baden-Powell, 4th Baron of Gilwell
I thank my guest on this week's episode, Michael Baden-Powell, 4th Baron of Gilwell, grandson of Lord Baden-Powell, founder of the world Scouting movement. The current Lord Baden-Powell is a member of The World Scout Foundation, The Baden-Powell Foundation of Australia, the Victorian Scout Foundation and is Patron of Scout Heritage of Victoria. You can discover more about Scouts via their website: https://scouts.com.au/ If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council. To access upcoming Council Meeting agenda's go HERE.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.Community Bank, Pinewood
Sep 1, 2021
45 min
Cheryl Lacey, Australia's leading agitator for rational change in school education.
Many thanks to our guest interviewee this week, Cheryl Lacey, Australia's leading agitator for rational change in school education. You can contact Cheryl directly via her website: http://www.cheryllacey.com/ Expressions of interest are called from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to design a new permanent art wall on the Clayton Campus of Monash University; it will be located at the high-entry point to the Faculty of Information Technology. Submit EOI’s in any format via [email protected] by September 24 2021. Please email or call 03 9905 4217 to discuss any aspect of this EOI.If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council. To access upcoming Council Meeting agenda's go HERE.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.Community Bank, Pinewood
Aug 26, 2021
46 min
Brendan Leeds, President of the Pinewood Chamber of Commerce and Co-Owner of the Corner Table Cafe.
Many thanks to our guest interviewee this week, Brendan Leeds. Brendan is the President of the Pinewood Chamber of Commerce and Co-Owner of the Corner Table Cafe.You can contact Brendan via his LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendan-leeds-5588ab57/If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.Community Bank, Pinewood
Aug 17, 2021
43 min
Peter Kemp, long-time Monash resident and great supporter and commentator of the arts.
Many thanks to our guest interviewee this week, Peter Kemp, long-time Monash resident and great supporter and commentator of the arts.Keep up to date with Peter's theatre reviews and happens by going to his website: http://pktheatre.com/ Peter mentioned the book by Peter Brune, A Bastard of a Place, The Australians in Papua. If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.Community Bank, Pinewood
Aug 5, 2021
43 min
Dr David Kram AM, distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist
Thanks to our guest interviewee this week, Dr David Kram AM. You can find full details about David here. To find out more about More Than Opera, go to the website: https://www.morethanopera.com/If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council.Peace – A Cantata for John Monash, is the introductory and exit music that you can enjoy. It was composed by Dr David Kram,  Artistic Director of the German-Australian Opera Grant and Senior Fellow, the University of Melbourne. David is a distinguished conductor, artistic director, academic, composer and pianist in Australia, Europe and Asia. The singers on the Monash Cantata are Lisa Anne Robinson, Kristin Leich, Michel Laloum and Eddie Musiaumeali’I, with massed adult, youth and school choirs, and orchestra conducted by Dr Kram AM.Community Bank, Pinewood
Jul 27, 2021
56 min
Michelle Gilmore (CEO) and Denis Carruthers (Chairman) of WaveCare.
Many thanks to our guests, Michelle Gilmore (CEO) and Denis Carruthers (Chairman) of WaveCare. If you, a family member or friend need the services of WaveCare Counselling, contact them directly via the contact page on their website: https://www.wavecare.org.au/contact/If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our founding sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our regular reporter on the Monash City Council. If you are interested in reading the July Bulletin that details the topics that Tom spoke of, go to the following link: https://www.monash.vic.gov.au/About-Us/News/Monash-Bulletin-July-2021Community Bank, Pinewood
Jul 19, 2021
46 min
Nikki Braybrook, Chairman of the Monash Business Awards
Many thanks to our guest, Nikki Braybrook, Chairman of the Monash Business Awards. To attend the 2021 Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation Night on Friday 30 July, please visit the website link above. If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our major sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our new regular reporter on the Monash City Council.
Jul 13, 2021
51 min
Graham Bryant, Vice District Governor of Lions Clubs International.
Many thanks to our guest, Graham Bryant, Vice District Governor of Lions Clubs International.If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our major sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our new regular reporter on the Monash City Council.Active Winter:Is an exciting initiative and collaboration with local sporting clubs. Building connections and creating opportunities for the Monash community across the winter months.Skateboard Deck Art – Workshops:Children aged 7 – 10 create their own work of art with proud Wiradjuri woman and Melbourne-based artist Tricia “Vandal” Van Der-Kuyp, as she hosts free skateboard deck art workshops at Monash libraries during NAIDOC Week. Vandal believes you don’t have to be perfect to be a good artist because art has no rules.Suitable for ages 7 – 10 years only. Materials supplied. Bookings essential via Trybooking.Glen Waverley Library – Tuesday, July 6 at 2.30 pmClayton Library – Wednesday, July 7 at 2.30 pmWheelers Hill Library Thursday, July 8 at 2.30 pmWalking Basketball – 10.30-11.30am WednesdaysWalking Basketball is a low impact.  A social and fun way to improve levels of physical activity especially for older and inactive people including those recovering from injury.Walking Basketball is played with a size five basketball on a modified height or lowered ring. Involves five on five game play,Free followed by morning tea.Held at Waverley Basketball Stadium 31A Batesford Rd Chadstone.Book FREE sessions at Trybooking online.Walking Group – Fridays from 9.30 amLight paced and light-hearted join a guided social walking group to meet new people and increase physical activity. Book free classes online Trybooking.Departs from Monash Aquatic & Recreation Centre 626 Waverley Rd. Glen Waverley.Oakleigh Social Barefoot Bowls – Friday, July 9, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.Barefoot bowls is a social fun event where participants play lawn bowls without shoes or socks or flat-soled shoes (no heels, wedgies or otherwise. Followed by a friendly few drinks purchased from the bar and a FREE sausage sizzle.Come have an enjoyable afternoon with grass between your toes and a little competitive fun with friends or the family.Held at Oakleigh Bowling club 87 – 93 Drummond St. Oakleigh.Community Bank, Pinewood
Jul 6, 2021
47 min
Troy Denyer, Former President Glen Waverley Cricket Club
Many thanks to our guest, Troy Denyer, Former President of the Glen Waverley Cricket Club.Participate in the JellsParkRun.5 km walk, jog or run.Starting below The Ponds picnic pavilion,Madeline’s Café is a short 40m walk from the finish. Peridot TheatreThree one-act plays at the Unicorn TheatreMt Waverley Secondary College Lechte Rd, Mount Waverley.The first play is Cat Jumping by Greg Roberts and directed by Anna Laird.The second play is Cycle written and directed by Natalie Burns.The third play is Anna by Lamplight by Alison Knight ad directed by Jane Carter.Tickets $15, Bookings  0429 115 334Season: July 7th - 10th at 8:00 pm and a matinee on July 11th at 2.15 pm Encore TheatreMorris Panych’s Vigil.Season: July 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 at 8pm.Matinees July 11, 18, 24 at 2.15 pm.Venue: Clayton Community Centre, Cooke St Clayton The Track GalleryThe exhibition titled Valley Reserve from July 5 – July 11.Valley Reserve is a 15-hectare bushland reserve within Mt Waverley.It is considered to be of Regional Zoological Significance.The exhibition runs from July 5 – July 11.If you would like to contact Charles, you can call him on 0412 317 404 or email [email protected]' website is www.kovess.com and his email contact details are [email protected] to our major sponsor, Community Bank Pinewood. If you would like to discuss your banking needs, please contact them directly on (03) 9886 6477.Thanks also to Thomas Pewtress, our new regular reporter on the Monash City Council.Community Bank, Pinewood
Jun 29, 2021
49 min
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