If more of us valued
food and
cheer and
song
above
hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world. (JRR Tolkien)
Western Tourist Radio (WTR) and Radio WA, have been created to "Tell the
stories of people and Places in Western Australia" . It is a private
company operated from
Donnybrook in the
South West of WA, but
broadcasting on 87.6 FM in East Perth and the major coastal towns in the
South West of WA. Stories below are inspired by the
ABC Conversations programs. Please explore this website to be
connected directly with tourism and food related businesses all over WA.
Our businesses model is not based on high commissions, we just want to
encourage you to explore regional WA and look after it for future
generations to enjoy. To hear more stories from creative West
Australians visit Local Talent Time .
Within this website click on the Sound Cloud Logo
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Western Tourist Radio or
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listen to other stories on Sound Cloud.
This is a playlist of tourist radio and
Donnybrook
Balingup Community Radio
conversations, discussing subjects that are not being discussed in
the Main Stream Media.
A conversation recorded in June 2022 with Andrew, the owner of "The
Bellman Report" and "The
8 News Show" and Scott from Scorpion
Media discussing issues around the Covid Vaccines that
are not being discusses on Main Stream Media.
Radio WA talks with the West Australian Minister for Regional
Development; Agriculture and Food , Alannah MacTiernan, about
Regenerative Agriculture and the place tourism has to reconnect
farmers and eaters. Click
here
to watch the Minister’s introduction to Charles
Massy, Author of “Call of the Reed Warbler, a New Agriculture, a New
Earth” about Regenerative Agriculture
A conversation with Anton Troy, President of the
Save
our Donnelly River Association about the issues around the
proposed Southern Forests Irrigation Scheme dam. Recorded in
Donnybrook, 19 Dec 2020.
Chris Oakeley from the,
Rotary
Club of Matilda Bay explains the “Pioneer
Challenge”. it is a fun pioneer heritage hunt with the aim of
discovering the pioneers of our state. The game is a hybrid of a
clue finding treasure hunt and a car rally that encourages people to
explore our regional country towns. The hunt is based on Highway
120, which runs from York to Albany along the Great Southern
Railway.
The annual
Food
for Thought Festival of events will celebrate its fifth year in
2020 with the theme – courageous leadership enabling system change
environments.
Events will run from 19th – 23rd March 2020 in the Great
Southern region of Western Australia and will culminate with the
community festival on Saturday in Albany.
By celebrating and showcasing local food in a fun and educational
way, the Food For
Thought Festival promotes sustainable, healthy, vibrant and
democratic food systems
in the Great Southern and supports the development and strengthening
of fair food networks across Australia and internationally. Fair
food systems being those that support prospering rural and
ecological communities.
David Doepel from www.demand.farm
explains the new fresh food distribution system connecting Perth
families with local farmers. David is a Scientist and Theologian,
bringing a unique perspective to food production and delivery.
Much of the fresh produce is sourced along the South Western
Highway, or Harvest
Highway as it is becoming known. Radio WA encourages
people to explore the highway and connect with the producers and
attractions of the region.
Western Tourist radio talks with Michael Smart, CEO of the
Busselton Chamber of Commerce, talks about his background, what
has brought him to Busselton, and his businesses philosophy.
Radio WA talks to Australian entrepreneur, adventurer and
philanthropist,
Dick
Smith.
Dick provides a few points for you to ponder while you are relaxing
on holiday! As Dick says, we are all part of nature. The interview
was prompted by Dicks video explaining the actions of
foreign booking engines.
We talk to Major General the Honourable Michael Jeffery who was born
at Wiluna in the Eastern Goldfields of Western Australia, and
considered becoming a farmer, before embarking on a distinguished
career in the Australian Army. Subsequently he become the
governor of Western Australia from 1993 to 2000 and Governor General
of Australia from 2003 to 2008.
Since then Major Jeffery has created the organisation
Soils For
Life, which to talk about
West Australian Author,
Tim Winton
talks about saving
Ningaloo Reef and Exmouth Gulf for future generations to enjoy.
He talks about how he "came to see that ordinary people, properly
informed and organised could overcome the massive imbalance between
the rights of the citizens and the influence of the corporate
sector. " Radio WA is proud to be able to help to "properly
inform" the people!
We talk to Fiona David, Research Chair
of the
Minderoo
Foundation , Mining Magnate, Andrews Forrest's Philanthropic
foundation. We discuss his contribution to ocean research and what
we can all do to help.
Radio WA talks to the winner of James Halliday's Winemaker of the
Year for 2020, Vanya Cullen from
Cullen Wines
about organic and biodynamic farming systems.
We talk to General John Hartley, CEO of
Future
Directions International (FDI ) an independent, not-for-profit
Research Institute based in Perth, about the organisation and
its work. FDI was established in 2000, by Major General (Retd) the
Honourable Michael Jeffery (former Governor General of Australia)
together with a small group of leading Australians, to conduct
comprehensive research of important medium to long-term issues
facing Australia.
A conversation with David Pollock from
Wooleen Station
about the journey he and wife Frances have been on to regenerate the
landscape on their 153,000 Hectare station.
To find other farms and stations to visit on your travels around
Western Australia visit
FarmstayWest
Frances Pollock tells the story of how she came to
Wooleen station
in the Murchison region of Western Australia, and the journey she
and husband David have been on to restore the landscape for all
Australians.
To find other farms and stations to visit on your travels around
Western Australia visit
FarmstayWest
We talk to Partice Newell about her book
Who's Minding the Farm? In this climate emergency and the place
that tourism has in reconnecting farmers and eaters.
In an era of rapid climate change, this vital account of how
agriculture can address major issues is an Australian story with
global ramifications. Patrice is at the frontline of enormous
challenges, from water scarcity and land stewardship to food
security and the rural-urban divide. The devastation of drought and
the crises created by industrial-scale chemically-dependent primary
production are discussed and alternatives proposed – along with bold
ideas for new sources of energy.
Colin Seis from
Winona near Gulgong in New South Wales,
talks about Regenerative Agriculture and how it is repairing
farmland and producing more nutritious food. Colin is featured in
Charles Massy's book "Call of the Reed Warbler, a New Agriculture, a
New Earth". to hear more about his book and regenerative agriculture
listen to this
documentary
Terrence Dewar, the founder of the
Australian Biome Project explains the vision for the
project, along with Perth orchardist Anthony Ballato .
We talk with innovative wheat and sheep farmers Ian and Di Haggerty
about "natural Intelligence" farming, and the changing food and
farming landscape. Haggerty's are supplying grain direct to Perth
businesses
Miller and Baker
An interview with Gina Williams on our
Local Talent Time segment, about her story and the CD, Kalyakoorl (which means Forever). This album is a glorious journey
into the incredibly rare and beautiful Noongar language. Kalyakoorl
is brimming with evocative, beautifully crafted songs and showcases
the jaw dropping combination of Guy’s guitar mastery and Gina’s
incredible voice. Aboriginal Culture and
knowledge has been passed down through storytelling, we like to think that our radio format is able to pass down current knowledge through story telling by local people.
We talk with
Annette Stanton, Master Coach, Speaker and Author. Annette uses
her winning sporting strategies, techniques and formulas gained from
being a champion athlete to coach people today in a personal or
business capacity. This conversation was recorded in April 2020,
during the COVID 19 Pandemic. It providing some thought provoking
ideas for people reflecting on their future direction.
Ken Bailey, a Plant Animal and Soil Nutritional Consultant,
talks about the latest science on food nutrition and how you can
find thebest food.
Iain Massey, CEO of South West Leaders (https://www.sw.waleaders.com.au/
) explains the organisation and the importance of local businesses.
We talk to
Diane Evers, Member for the South West in the Upper House
of State Parliament in Western Australia, about the attraction and
producers in the South West of Western Australia. We discuss the
Harvest Highway
and how it is connecting people from Perth with food producers in
the South West.
Troy Bottegal, the inventor of
Airwave
explains the inspiration for his surf break system to be installed
in Bunbury in November 2019 .
For more about Bunbury visit
www.touristradio.com.au/bunbury .
Pink up
our Region
relies on a volunteer committee to form and “Pink up “our entire
town and region. This means planning a calendar of fundraising
events. From local businesses to schools and community
organisations, this activity has the ability to bring the whole
community together. We talk to Commitee Chair – Debbie Noonan and
Committee Co-Chair – Karen Crutchlow .
Glenn Hutchinson grew up on a dairy Farm at Burekup near Bunbury,
before becoming a bankers and bank manager in the days when banks
were respected institutions. He subsequently became involved in a
number of small business in regional WA. Concern at how small
businesses is treated by the major political parties has led Glenn
Hutchinson to nominate for the Senate at the upcoming Federal
election. Glenn talks about his reason for standing and the
challenges of small businesses in Australia .https://gohutchy.com/
Kacey Grieves a
Natural
Medicine Practitioner talks with Barry Green about Natural
Medicine and Natural Farming. The conversation was recorded at
Barry's organic "Boronia
Farm" at Donnybrook
Niomi O'Hara the Executive Officer of Creative Corner explains what
her organisation does
Ron Watkins has been farming organically at Franklin for 46 years,
and has been awarded international awards for his work. In this
story, Ron talks about his farming philosophy, what he has learnt
and his achievements. Visit his farm website
www.paynehamvale.com.au/ . Western Tourist Radio is proud to be able
to promote organic food and farming in Western Australia through
www.organicfoodwa.net.au
Ron Watkins an organic farmer from Frankland River in Western
Australia was interviewed as part of Community Broadcast Association
of Australia's, National Features and Documentary Series titled
Healthy Soils, Healthy Communities.
Ron explains the process of innovation. Ron's farm is
Paynehamvale.
Justin O’Hehir is the founder of
Inspired
Results,
a business that delivers change in individuals and groups both
personally and professionally. Justin had a humble and at times
turbulent upbringing. A family life which saw him care for a
schizophrenic mother through his teens, and work through the
challenges of a father who flouted the law. Coupled with the
challenges of an education system that was not suited to his dynamic
outlook on life, most around him that thought that Justin was not
destined for much at all.
David Kerr CEO of the Dolphin Discovery Centre and and Don
Punch, state Member for Bunbury
, talking about the
Dolphin
Discovery Centre in
Bunbury
Don Punch, Member for Bunbury and David Kerr the President of the
Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry
talking about the website
BunburyCentral.com.au and how it is promoting the attractions of
the city to locals and visitors.
We talk to Andrew Frazer, the man behind "Rediscover Bunbury" and
the website
SixTwoThreeZero. which is an independent, Bunbury based
initiative that seeks to use street art as a catalyst for urban
development & social change by bringing communities together in
conversation & creative inspiration.
An interview with Heather Jones talking about
Girls in Trucking in WA
which support women in the transport industry. We talk about how how
motorists and trucks can work together safety on our Highways. To
help you plan your WA holiday, check out
www.touristradio.com.au
which will link you with many of the places and businesses that will
help you make the best of your WA Holiday as well as tell the
stories of other West Australians .
WTR owner Barry Green talks to Niomi O'Hara from ABC South
West
about radio as a communication tool, and how Radio WA is telling the
stories of People and Places in Western Australia on 87.6 FM
in the center of Perth and online via
Sound Cloud
Dr. Sina
McCullough from Hands off My Food and
Barry Green
discuss how the media has changed our perception of food, leading us
down the path towards disease and pharmaceuticals, and what we can
do about it.
Barry Green has worked in media, both radio and television, for over
30 years. He is currently the Managing Director at Western Tourist
Radio in Australia.
Nicole Masters from
Integrity Soils
recently visited
Landsave Organics at Vasse near
Busselton and
spoke to farmers and people involved in looking after public lands
about soil biology and how to produce the best outcomes with minimum
input costs.
Western Tourist Radio promotes healthy farming practice through
organicfoodwa.net.au .
A
Facebook video interview with Cheryl Kozisek about the launch of
our walking Map for Bunbury. Make sure you pick one up! This
showcases all of our fantastic locally owned business Many thanks to
Barry Green from Western Tourist Radio and Michael from 6 Seed.
The HHPN is a not-for-profit incorporated organisation consisting of
members from a range of different practitioner modalities based in
the South West of Western Australia.
An interview with Peter Strachan,
a scientist and businesses annalist, about economic and
environmental sustainability and how tourism has a place to play in
raising awareness of these issues. Peter is a member of
www.sustainableaustralia.org.au .
Vincenzo Velletri
from
Slow Food Swan Valley talks about the slow food movement
and what is happening in the Swan Valley. We also talk about
Regenerative agriculture and Charles Massy's book "Call of the Reed
Warbler, a New Agriculture, a New Earth"
Johan Smit from
Sarvaga
Light
provides an inspiring insight into the ideas behind his holistic
coaching and well-being businesses.
Radio WA / WTR has become an Early Adopter of
Conscious Capitalism Australia, to hear more about it click on the
Sound Cloud logo
The Busselton Chamber of Commerce & Industry
was formed in December 1937 and today is a pro-active, ethical,
dynamic and highly visible organisation dedicated to supporting
local businesses and working with the whole community to develop the
economic growth in our fast growing region. CEO Jodie Richards
talks to WTR about her vision for the future of businesses in the
region.
Geographe
Businesses Referral Group
WTR talked with the Ian Massy, the Convenor of GBRG, in 2016
about the group. Our mission is to encourage entrepreneurial
business people in our group to share qualified business referrals.
We maintain a standard of high integrity, trust & professionalism
whilst having a good time together.
Wellness Unwrapped
What a journey health and wellness can be! A serious health crisis
faced by both Karen and Nina led them to understand SO much more
about the importance of how we take part in our own lives.
Upland
Consulting
Is your board as effective as it should be? Is it really clear about
its role? Or does it flounder, get lost down in the weeds, waste
time second-guessing management, bog down in unproductive conflict?
I'm Iain Massey - The Board Bloke ™. I help boards of directors work
better. I help companies (nonprofits, too) that need more from their
board. And I help small businesses get the benefits of good board
work without the costs.
This interview was recorded in 2017 with the now former Governor of
Western Australia, Her Excellency, The Honorable Kerry Sanderson AC
the patron of the
WA
Parks Foundation .
The Foundation has been created to support the government in
the huge undertaking of looking after National Parks and nature
reserves that cover an area bigger than the state of Victoria.
An interview with Jane Reynolds,
a director of
Foundation 1901 talking about the Australian federation and the
place that Henry Parks had to play.
Foundation 1901 is an organisation dedicated to celebrating the
past, present and future of Australia’s Federation, promoting
awareness and understanding of its ongoing importance to us all.
Colin Beauchamp AM JP
talks about the Lions Cancer Institute and the Lions organisation as
a whole, which is celebrating 100 years in 2017. To find out more
about
Lions in WA . If you are planning to holiday in WA check
out www.radiowa.com.au
to find links direct to local businesses all over this great state.
The Museum of
Perth chronicles the social, cultural, political and architectural
history of Perth
An interview with Liz Carey from the RAC about the
RAC
Electric Highway that connects Perth with the South West.
The RAC Electric Highway extends south of Bunbury along the
Harvest
Highway .
, to listen to the story, or go direct to
Western Tourist Radio or
Radio WA to
listen to other stories on Sound Cloud. 
