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Successful Ryde Mayoral Debate Hosted by 2RRR

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Cost of living pressures, the future of the Ryde Civic Centre, housing supply and community facilities were among the issues canvassed during a lively debate for Ryde Mayoral candidates hosted by local community radio station 2RRR 88.5FM. With the people of Ryde due to vote in the first-ever directly elected mayoral contest, 2RRR hosted Trenton Brown (Liberal), Bernard Purcell (Labor) and Roy Maggio (Independent). The fourth candidate, Tina Kordrostami (Greens), was unavailable. 2RRR Chairperson Dino Mancini said the debate, moderated by Morning Mix host Natalie de Silver and regular guest Mark “Hendo” Henderson, was a victory for grassroots democracy. CLICK HERE for the complete media release and debate podcast!

2RRR Visits 2RDJ in Burwood

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2RRR Chair Dino and Station Manager Natalie visited our friends at 2RDJ-FM 88.1 Community Radio last week. 2RDJ Chair Darren, aka 'Dazzles', provided a tour of the studios followed by a coffee, corn chips, and a chat. The discussion revolved around how our stations can possibly collaborate in the near future, how to generate more membership, community consultation and how to write successful grants. It's a part of 2RRR's mission to connect with other community radio stations to share ideas and keep community radio relevant!

Rose Talks Astrology with Penny Walters about “The Stars Behind The Stars”

Penny Walters shares how she became an Astrologer, what a birth chart is, and insights into Donald Trump, Prince Harry, Madonna, and Alec Baldwin's birth charts. Click in the hear the podcast!

New Radio Drama Serial – Dossier On Dumetrius!

Dossier on Dumetrius was one of Grace Gibson’s best-loved and most successful ‘spy’ serials.  It introduced Major Gregory Keen of MI5 who was the forerunner to James Bond. Dossier On Dumetrius is the first of five stories featuring Keen as the central character. This show is kindly sponsored by 2RRR Member, Paul Gilbert.

Discussing Sustainability For The Community Broadcasting Sector

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2RRR received a welcome visit last week from Lauren Ognenovski and Anna, who are drafting a paper on sustainability for the Community Broadcasting Sector for Communications Minister Michelle Rowland. 2RRR Chairperson Dino Mancini and Station Manager Natalie de Silver spoke about our station's critical initiatives, including our commitment to providing our licensed area with up-to-date local news and the recent success of 2RRR's youth and disability inclusion programs. In short, Community Broadcasting sets itself apart from other media sources by providing a platform for local participation, training and grassroots media.

Bennelong Candidate Launches “Unofficial” Election Campaign

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The looming Federal election got off to an early local start when newly minted Liberal Party candidate for Bennelong, Scott Yung, launched his “unofficial” campaign.Mr Yung visited the 2RRR studios in Henley to introduce himself to the voting public.The election isn’t officially due until next year, but there has been heightened speculation that the prime minister may call for an early election later this year. Click in to read more.

Ryde Councillor Roy Maggio visits 2RRR’s Morning Mix Live!

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Prominent City of Ryde Independent Councillor Roy Maggio was Natalie's guest on the Morning Mix this week, discussing a range of controversial topics less than 10 weeks out from the council elections. CLICK IN to read more!

Gayle Kennedy on 2RRR’s Wild in the Country!

Award-winning writer and author Gayle Kennedy, a proud member of the Wongaibon Clan of the Ngiayampaa-speaking nation of South West NSW and respected disability advocate, presents her "Desert Island Discs" on Wild in the Country with Michael Parsons.

Farewell to Flashbacks

Last weekend, 2RRR said goodbye to Billy Blake's Flashbacks program, which took us on a retrospective journey through "the world that was" every week. The program's name was inspired by Barry Humphries' ABC series "Flashbacks", which featured Humphries' famous alter egos Dame Edna Everage, Sir Les Patterson and Sandy Stone. We thank Billy for the good times and memories shared on the radio and wish him the best in all future endeavours.

“Striking the Right Balance” at the Ryde Business Forum

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2RRR also attended last week's Ryde Business Forum, held in the brand-new Michael Kirby Building at Macquarie University. The event offered a welcome opportunity for local businesses to connect and discuss the development of critical strategies, namely, the 'Economic Development Strategy and Night-Time Economy Strategy.There was also an update on the progress of new master plans for West Ryde-Meadowbank and Eastwood. The undergirding sentiment was "striking the right balance" between housing, infrastructure, essential services, and employment. The evening was graced by a beautiful performance by local singer-songwriter Jordyn Richards.Interviews from the event will be broadcast this Thursday, June 20, between 7:00am and 9:00am.