Saturday, November 28, 2009
Writing a Book on TELEVISION in PERTH
I have had many people ask me the same question over a number of years on Perth television. My knowledge is very limited however, I have decided to to put finger to touch pad and create some notes on my stories about my time on NEW 10 and STW 9. Others have come to the party and are writing their own memories down. This may be a very interesting work in progress.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Tod Johnston - 6PR
Have been invited back to 6PR for a couple of weeks over the Christmas Break - Harvey is taking a well earned rest. .................................................................................................................................................................................
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Friday, October 9, 2009
No Big Weekend This Year
Due to formatting changes, there will be no Big Weekend for 6pr from me this year - I have loved the show and thanks the PR boys for the run. I was offered Weekend Breakfast but had to decline.
I can do Weekday Breakfast but just not Weekend due to the band performing.
I do enjoy the medium of radio and hope that something else may come my way or perhaps some relief work down the track.
I can do Weekday Breakfast but just not Weekend due to the band performing.
I do enjoy the medium of radio and hope that something else may come my way or perhaps some relief work down the track.
Friday, September 25, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
Planet Earth
We've got to Save Our Planet Earth!
Oh, No! Our earth is in trouble, and we've got to save it! 26 things we can do to help:
Oh, No!: Bad Facts about our earth
- If you throw away 2 aluminum cans, you waste more energy than 1,000,000,000 (one billion) of the world's poorest people use a day.
- Making a new can from scratch uses the uses the energy equal to half a can of gasoline.
- About one third of what an average American throws out is packaging.
- More than 1,000,000,000 (one billion) trees are used to make disposable diapers every year.
- In one minute, 50 acres of rainforest are destroyed.
- Some rain has a pH of 3 or 4. (which is pretty acidic, considering 7 is neutral, not acidic, and battery acid has a pH of 1). Some fish, such as lake trout and smallmouth bass, have trouble reproducing at a pH of 6, which is only slightly acidic. Some clams and snails can't survive at all. Most crayfish are dead at a pH of 5. You can see how bad this is for the environment.
- On average, a person in the US uses energy two times more than a person in Japan or West Germany does, and 50 times more than a person in India.
- About 90% of the energy used in lighting a standard (incandescent) light bulb is lost as heat.
- Air conditioning uses 10 times more energy than a fan, therefore, it creates 10 times the pollutants.
- It takes half the output of the Alaskan pipeline to heat the air that escapes from all the homes in the US during a year.
- Cars and pick-up trucks are responsible for about 20% of the carbon dioxide released into the air.
- There are about 500 million automobiles on the planet, burning an average of 2 gallons of fuel a day. Each gallon releases 20 pounds of carbon dioxide into the air.
- About 80% of our trash goes to landfills, 10% is incinerated, and 10% is recycled.
- Since there is little oxygen underground, where we bury our garbage, to help bacteria eat the garbage, almost nothing happens to it. Scientists have dug into landfills and found ears of corn still intact after 20 years, and newspapers still readable after 30.
- The average American makes about 3.5 pounds of trash a day.
- In a year, the average American uses as much wood in the form of paper as the average resident of the developing world burns as fuel.
- Turn off lights.
- Turn off other electric things, like TVs, stereos, and radios when not in use.
- Use rechargable batteries.
- Do things manually instead of electrically, like open cans by hand.
- Use fans instead of air conditioners.
- In winter, wear a sweater instead of turning up your thermostat.
- Insulate your home so you won't be cold in winter.
- Use less hot water.
- Whenever possible, use a bus or subway, or ride your bike or walk.
- Try to buy organic fruits and vegetables if you're concerned about pesticides. (Organic food is grown without man-made fertilizers and/or pesticides).
- Don't waste products made from forest materials.
- Use recycled paper and/or recycle it. Reuse old papers.
- Don't buy products that may have been made at the expense of the rainforest.
- Support products that are harvested from the rainforest but have not cut down trees to get it.
- Plant trees, espessially if you have cut one down.
- Get other people to help you in your cause. Make and/or join an organization.
- Avoid products that are used once, then thrown away.
- Buy products with little or no packaging.
- Encourage your grocery store sell environmentally friendly cloth bags for people to use when they shop, or bring your own.
- REDUCE, REUSE, & RECYCLE.
- Compost.
- Buy recycled products.
- Don't buy pets taken from the wild.
- If you have a good zoo nearby, (if the animals are healthy and the zoo takes care of them), support it! Espessially if they help breed endangered animals.
- Don't buy products if animals were killed to make it.
- Cut up your six-pack rings before throwing them out.
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Monday, May 25, 2009
10 things you can do to save the planet
10 things you can do to save the planet
So you want to help the environment but think there’s not much you can do?
Rubbish! Below is a list of just ten things you can do in and around your home that will help mother nature breathe a sigh of relief.
Try to do at least three of these actions in 2007, and sign up to The Sustainables Household Challenge to show that you care about making a difference.
1. Take a four minute power shower
2. Take reusable bags with you when you go shopping
3. Turn off lights and appliances at the switch when not in use
4. Sign up to Green Power with your electricity supplier
5. Buy the most energy and water efficient appliances you can afford
6. Put your food or plant scraps in the compost or worm farm
7. Look for products without unnecessary packaging
8. Walk, cycle or use public transport when you can – and leave the car at home
9. Grow plants native to your area in your garden
10. Go green when you clean
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Sunday, May 17, 2009
GREEN TIPS PAGE - Great Info
http://www.greenlivingtips.com/
Welcome to Green Living Tips! Join me on my journey in learning about going green and reducing environmental impact in the home, at work and in business. Do you have earth friendly tips or news to share? Join in! Don't forget to sign up for my free newsletter - tips for going green, lifestyle guides & environmental news sent directly to your inbox.
Welcome to Green Living Tips! Join me on my journey in learning about going green and reducing environmental impact in the home, at work and in business. Do you have earth friendly tips or news to share? Join in! Don't forget to sign up for my free newsletter - tips for going green, lifestyle guides & environmental news sent directly to your inbox.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
This Week's Shows
| Friday | OLD BAILEY TAVERN in Joondalup | |
| Saturday | Fire & Emergency Services Volunteers Dinner (PRIVATE FUNCTION) |
The Green Awards from news.com.au
AFTER being swamped with nominations, NEWS.com.au is proud to announce the finalists of the 2008 Green Awards.
From Green Hero to Green Business; from Greenest Town to Green Invention, everyday Australians have been taking on the challenge of climate change in practical, innovative, individual and inspiring ways.
NEWS.com.au has spent the past six weeks gathering and assessing more than 500 entries from across the nation over the 10 categories.
Now - along with our panel of experts - it’s up to you to decide who the winners will be with our special voting polls.
There’s also the “Can Do Better” citation for the environmental stragglers, putting them on notice they need to do their bit for the planet in future.
Take some time to explore the multimedia interactive showcasing the finalists in each category.
Choosing the shortlist for the Junior Hero was our hardest task.
But looking at the nominations for this 18s and under category, it seems the future of the planet is in good hands.
The junior finalists include the three teenage Wadlow children– Alastair, Freya and Imogen – who set up their organisation Planet Patrol four years ago to help spread the green message to thousands of young people.
There’s also Kate Charters and Millicent Burggraf who at 15 have environmental CVs to put many of their elders to shame. They have spoken at international climate change conferences from Europe to Asia, putting into practice the dictum of thinking globally and acting locally with environmental solutions at home.
13-year-old WWF Youth Ambassador Parrys Raines set up her own production company to make an educational DVD and is seeking funding for a full release. She was also chosen by the UN to represent Australia at the recent International Children's Conference on the Environment in Norway.
And Gabby Forward, 16, has been out in front actively campaigning in Hobart against the Gunns Pulp Mill and raising awareness about global warming and other environmental concerns.
NEWS.com.au would like to congratulate all our finalists and thank everyone who sent in their nominations.
We hope you get will involved again and make your voice count in selecting the winners which will be announced here next week by our panel of celebrity environmental supporters.
As well as reader votes, each category winner will be determined by a panel comprising:
• Climate change expert Professor Barry Brook from the University of Adelaide
• Environmental experts from the CSIRO
• NEWS.com.au editor David Higgins
NEWS.com.au, visited each month by more than 3 million Australians, founded the awards this year to highlight Australian environmental innovation in the home, in the science lab, on the Web and in the workplace.
The Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett joined the founder of Clean Up Australia Day, Ian Kiernan, and other high-profile Australians to help launch the awards in an online video in July.
2009 Amanda Young Ball
I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those amazing people who gave time and money to share in the Amanda Young Fundraiser at Burswood on Saturday Night. Both Lorraine, Barry and the team have worked so hard to honour Amanda's life and have helped so many other families to understand Meningocochal . We were thrilled to be invited to perform at the event. Success must come from such a positive group. More power to you.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Peace Love This Week
| Friday | May 1 | The Old Bailey Tavern in Joondalup - A Great Rock And Roll Venue |
| Saturday | May 2 | The ESS BAR on Derby Day - THIS WILL BE BIG!!! |
| Sunday | May 3 | Fremantle Esplanade Outdoor Event |
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Peace Love Heads To HARVEY
| Friday | April 24 | Old Bailey Tavern in JOONDALUP |
| Saturday | April 25 | THE HARVEY SHOWGROUNDS - The band will playing from 7pm. |
Peace Love On The Road
| Friday | April 24 | Old Bailey Tavern in JOONDALUP |
| Saturday | April 25 | THE HARVEY SHOWGROUNDS - The band playing from 7pm. |
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Sunday, March 22, 2009
The Big Weekend on 6pr
What a year that was! Thanks to Peter for his effort over the last 6 months and to all the people who came to play on the radio - great fun and I think I learnt a little. The highlight for me was the ability to present to Perth the unfolding story of the Victorian Bushfires. When we ran with the initial information, we had no idea as to the size of the tragedy. The resources of 6pr were tested on that day and came through with flying colours. Radio has the ability to entertain and inform and to deliver when needed - on this day it had it all. My thoughts go out to the families who lost so much and now have to continue.
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Again my thanks to you for your support and let's try again next year - I don't think I upset too many people in the top office..............did I?
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Again my thanks to you for your support and let's try again next year - I don't think I upset too many people in the top office..............did I?
Monday, March 16, 2009
Brilliant @ Leeuwin
Chris Isaak draws big crowd to Leeuwin Estate
March 07, 2009 06:00pm
CHRIS Isaak, reputedly the hardest working man in showbiz, drew thousands of people to Margaret River for this weekend’s annual Leeuwin concert.
As he prepared for last night’s concert, Isaak was his usual self-deprecating, jocular self. Even when doing a soundcheck, Isaak couldn’t help clowning around.
But behind the wit, you could tell that a perfectionist lurks.
It was the first time the bluesy rock ‘n’ roll crooner had been at the Leeuwin Estate winery, which is celebrating a quarter of a century of concerts against what must be one of world’s most picturesque backdrops — the tall karri trees of Margaret River.
Isaak, 52, who has visited WA twice in recent years, was a popular choice for the concert — his singing, humour and charm have audiences eating out of his hand.
He brought with him his faithful band of 25 years, Silvertone.
Large numbers of fans camped out overnight on Friday to take prime positions in the grassy amphitheatre.
While many concertgoers got the full VIP treatment from the estate’s elegant black-tie marquee, others were content to slum it on blankets, armed with mosquito repellent and a bottle or two of the vineyard’s finest.
It seems word has got out about the Margaret River event, with people flying in from Japan, Singapore and the eastern states for the spectacle.
During the two-day concert about 7500 bottles of wine will be polished off, though Isaak won’t imbibe.
“I’m not a drinker,” he told The Sunday Times. “I’m the rock ‘n’ roll musician who never smoked pot and never gets drunk — it gives me a lot of energy to do other bad things.”
Past performers at Leeuwin have included Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Diana Ross, Shirley Bassey and Simply Red.
CHARMER: Chris Isaak wows the Leeuwin crowd. Picture: Richard Hatherly
Leeuwin Estate Winery
The leeuwin Concert - Chris Isaak
Saturday March 7 & Sunday March 8
Last weekend we were delighted to celebrate our 25th Leeuwin Concert Series when Chris Isaak performed his two sell-out shows.
Reviews
"It was the first time the bluesy rock 'n' roll crooner had been at the Leeuwin Estate winery, which is celebrating a quarter of a century of concerts against what must be one of the world's most picturesque backdrops - the tall karri trees of Margaret River. Isaak...was a popular choice for the concert - his singing, humour and charm have audiences eating out of his hand."
The Sunday Times, March 8, 2009
"Classic rock'n'roll, high powered hillbilly and power ballads brought the house down when Chris Isaak and his band blasted onto the stage at Leeuwin Estate's gum tree amphitheatre on Saturday evening. It was a high - amplitude performance that started without fanfare - Isaak simply walked onto the stage and launched into the first number - and ended with thunderous applause"
ROB BROADFIELD - THE WEST AUSTRALIAN MARCH 9, 2009
In 2009 Leeuwin Estate celebrates its 35th year since establishment. Thanks for being part of our journey!
Saturday March 7 & Sunday March 8
Last weekend we were delighted to celebrate our 25th Leeuwin Concert Series when Chris Isaak performed his two sell-out shows.
Reviews
"It was the first time the bluesy rock 'n' roll crooner had been at the Leeuwin Estate winery, which is celebrating a quarter of a century of concerts against what must be one of the world's most picturesque backdrops - the tall karri trees of Margaret River. Isaak...was a popular choice for the concert - his singing, humour and charm have audiences eating out of his hand."
The Sunday Times, March 8, 2009
"Classic rock'n'roll, high powered hillbilly and power ballads brought the house down when Chris Isaak and his band blasted onto the stage at Leeuwin Estate's gum tree amphitheatre on Saturday evening. It was a high - amplitude performance that started without fanfare - Isaak simply walked onto the stage and launched into the first number - and ended with thunderous applause"
ROB BROADFIELD - THE WEST AUSTRALIAN MARCH 9, 2009
In 2009 Leeuwin Estate celebrates its 35th year since establishment. Thanks for being part of our journey!
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Hayley Thompson
March 07, 2009 06:00pm
CHRIS Isaak, reputedly the hardest working man in showbiz, drew thousands of people to Margaret River for this weekend's annual Leeuwin concert.
As he prepared for last night's concert, Isaak was his usual self-deprecating, jocular self. Even when doing a soundcheck, Isaak couldn't help clowning around.
But behind the wit, you could tell that a perfectionist lurks.
It was the first time the bluesy rock 'n' roll crooner had been at the Leeuwin Estate winery, which is celebrating a quarter of a century of concerts against what must be one of world's most picturesque backdrops -- the tall karri trees of Margaret River.
Isaak, 52, who has visited WA twice in recent years, was a popular choice for the concert -- his singing, humour and charm have audiences eating out of his hand.
He brought with him his faithful band of 25 years, Silvertone.
Large numbers of fans camped out overnight on Friday to take prime positions in the grassy amphitheatre.
While many concertgoers got the full VIP treatment from the estate's elegant black-tie marquee, others were content to slum it on blankets, armed with mosquito repellent and a bottle or two of the vineyard's finest.
It seems word has got out about the Margaret River event, with people flying in from Japan, Singapore and the eastern states for the spectacle.
During the two-day concert about 7500 bottles of wine will be polished off, though Isaak won't imbibe.
``I'm not a drinker,'' he told The Sunday Times. ``I'm the rock 'n' roll musician who never smoked pot and never gets drunk -- it gives me a lot of energy to do other bad things.''
Past performers at Leeuwin have included Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Diana Ross, Shirley Bassey and Simply Red.
March 07, 2009 06:00pm
CHRIS Isaak, reputedly the hardest working man in showbiz, drew thousands of people to Margaret River for this weekend's annual Leeuwin concert.
As he prepared for last night's concert, Isaak was his usual self-deprecating, jocular self. Even when doing a soundcheck, Isaak couldn't help clowning around.
But behind the wit, you could tell that a perfectionist lurks.
It was the first time the bluesy rock 'n' roll crooner had been at the Leeuwin Estate winery, which is celebrating a quarter of a century of concerts against what must be one of world's most picturesque backdrops -- the tall karri trees of Margaret River.
Isaak, 52, who has visited WA twice in recent years, was a popular choice for the concert -- his singing, humour and charm have audiences eating out of his hand.
He brought with him his faithful band of 25 years, Silvertone.
Large numbers of fans camped out overnight on Friday to take prime positions in the grassy amphitheatre.
While many concertgoers got the full VIP treatment from the estate's elegant black-tie marquee, others were content to slum it on blankets, armed with mosquito repellent and a bottle or two of the vineyard's finest.
It seems word has got out about the Margaret River event, with people flying in from Japan, Singapore and the eastern states for the spectacle.
During the two-day concert about 7500 bottles of wine will be polished off, though Isaak won't imbibe.
``I'm not a drinker,'' he told The Sunday Times. ``I'm the rock 'n' roll musician who never smoked pot and never gets drunk -- it gives me a lot of energy to do other bad things.''
Past performers at Leeuwin have included Ray Charles, Tom Jones, Diana Ross, Shirley Bassey and Simply Red.
The West
Isaak rocks Leeuwin
8th March 2009, 10:45 WST
Chris Isaac performs at Leeuwin Concert in Margaret River. Picture: Astrid Volzke
Classic rock and roll, high powered hillbilly and power ballads brought the house down when Chris Isaak and his band blasted on to the stage at Leeuwin Estate’s gum tree amphitheatre last night.
It was a high-amplitude performance that started without fanfare – Isaak simply walked on stage and launched into the first number – and ended with thunderous applause.
GALLERY: Leeuwin Concert
For nearly two hours, the 52-year-old Californian cavorted, crooned and wailed his way through a diverse play list, alternating note-perfect rock, his signature rockabilly sound and plaintiff acoustic weepies.
Baby boomers “moshed” at the front. The young and the glamorous swayed to the rhythms in couture ball gowns and the punters were in raptures. And everyone marvelled at perhaps the world’s only mirror-ball lounge suit, which Isaaks wore for the second set.
Not since the 2006 low point – Amici Forever’s risible cruise-ship cheesiness – has the Leeuwin concert audience been delivered such a full force evening of marvellous music, easy humour and extraordinary showmanship.
Read the full review in tomorrow’s edition of The West Australian.
ROBERT BROADFIELD
8th March 2009, 10:45 WST
Chris Isaac performs at Leeuwin Concert in Margaret River. Picture: Astrid Volzke
Classic rock and roll, high powered hillbilly and power ballads brought the house down when Chris Isaak and his band blasted on to the stage at Leeuwin Estate’s gum tree amphitheatre last night.
It was a high-amplitude performance that started without fanfare – Isaak simply walked on stage and launched into the first number – and ended with thunderous applause.
GALLERY: Leeuwin Concert
For nearly two hours, the 52-year-old Californian cavorted, crooned and wailed his way through a diverse play list, alternating note-perfect rock, his signature rockabilly sound and plaintiff acoustic weepies.
Baby boomers “moshed” at the front. The young and the glamorous swayed to the rhythms in couture ball gowns and the punters were in raptures. And everyone marvelled at perhaps the world’s only mirror-ball lounge suit, which Isaaks wore for the second set.
Not since the 2006 low point – Amici Forever’s risible cruise-ship cheesiness – has the Leeuwin concert audience been delivered such a full force evening of marvellous music, easy humour and extraordinary showmanship.
Read the full review in tomorrow’s edition of The West Australian.
ROBERT BROADFIELD
Friday, February 27, 2009
2009 Leeuwin Estate Concert Release
The Leeuwin Concert 2009
Chris Isaak
Saturday March 7 & Sunday March 8
ALL LAWN TICKETS TO BOTH CONCERTS ARE NOW SOLD OUT!
Leeuwin Estate Winery in Margaret River is delighted to present Chris Isaak to perform the 25th annual Leeuwin Concert Series.
Showcasing his stellar songwriting, smooth, dusky baritone and effortless brand of stylish retro-cool, Chris Isaak displays many different musical personas: the rockabilly rebel ("Dancin'," "Baby Did A Bad, Bad Thing," "Speak Of The Devil"), the brokenhearted crooner ("Wicked Game," "Somebody's Crying"), and the breezy acoustic storyteller ("San Francisco Days," "Two Hearts") through to the elegant "King Without A Castle" and the break-up exhortation "Let's Have A Party."
In the course of Chris Isaak's career, he has released nine extraordinary albums, twelve singles, been nominated for two Grammy awards, acted in several motion pictures and starred in his own critically acclaimed TV series. His legendary charismatic live concert performances with his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences and earned him a legion of fans over the past two decades.
The 2009 Leeuwin Concert promises a magical night of alfresco music accompanied by fine wine and food under the stars at Leeuwin Estate. The Concert will be followed by the traditional post concert Leeuwin Party, with dancing until midnight.
Chris Isaak
Saturday March 7 & Sunday March 8
ALL LAWN TICKETS TO BOTH CONCERTS ARE NOW SOLD OUT!
Leeuwin Estate Winery in Margaret River is delighted to present Chris Isaak to perform the 25th annual Leeuwin Concert Series.
Showcasing his stellar songwriting, smooth, dusky baritone and effortless brand of stylish retro-cool, Chris Isaak displays many different musical personas: the rockabilly rebel ("Dancin'," "Baby Did A Bad, Bad Thing," "Speak Of The Devil"), the brokenhearted crooner ("Wicked Game," "Somebody's Crying"), and the breezy acoustic storyteller ("San Francisco Days," "Two Hearts") through to the elegant "King Without A Castle" and the break-up exhortation "Let's Have A Party."
In the course of Chris Isaak's career, he has released nine extraordinary albums, twelve singles, been nominated for two Grammy awards, acted in several motion pictures and starred in his own critically acclaimed TV series. His legendary charismatic live concert performances with his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences and earned him a legion of fans over the past two decades.
The 2009 Leeuwin Concert promises a magical night of alfresco music accompanied by fine wine and food under the stars at Leeuwin Estate. The Concert will be followed by the traditional post concert Leeuwin Party, with dancing until midnight.
6pr - Clean Up Australia Day
Saturday this week was really enjoyable - speaking to Ian Kiernan on Clean Up Aust was a trhrill for me - I ahve always admired him and his team's work and wish him the best. March 1 is Clean Up Aust Day so do your bit..................
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Great fun
How much fun was that - a wekend full of music and radio. Peace Love at the Old Bailey on Friday night and then at the Ess Bar on Saturday with the big bonus of radio 6pr na dthe chance to get Theo and Dr Ken Chern together to eat pizza and talk about life...
Loved it and hope to set the bench mark that high agauin next week.
Have a great week and might catch you at one of our venues later in the week.
AND DON'T FORGET LEEUWIN CONCERT WITH CHRIS ISAAK!!!
Loved it and hope to set the bench mark that high agauin next week.
Have a great week and might catch you at one of our venues later in the week.
AND DON'T FORGET LEEUWIN CONCERT WITH CHRIS ISAAK!!!
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Saturday, January 3, 2009
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