On A Newsman and His Music, Colin often mentions his producer Baxter the Newshound, but it was an Old English Sheepdog named Angus who captured his attention this week.

In this podcast, you’ll find out more about Angus from Neil Mackay, President of the Old English Sheepdog Club of Victoria Inc. 

Photo (supplied): Anne, Angus and Neil

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In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music, Colin Tyrus is speaking to Marlene Nanscawen who’s been named Kingston Citizen of the Year (2026). Marlene is pictured with Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley.

Marlene Nanscawen has been recognised for her outstanding volunteer work with Make a Difference Dingley Village (MADDV). As a dedicated volunteer, Marlene contributes countless hours supporting MADDV’s food relief program and helping local families experiencing hardship. She also assists with office operations and works to ensure vulnerable community members have access to essentials including blankets, sleeping bags, frozen meals and sanitary products.  (Broadcast Monday 8 June 2026)

More info: kingston.vic.gov.au

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Catch up on all the latest news from Glen Eira City Council with the mayor Cr Dr Simone Zmood in this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (1 June 2026).

More info: gleneira.vic.gov.au

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In this edition of The Lions Den, Lee Murray from Sandringham Lions Club talks about the continuing relief effort in Victoria’s bushfire-affected region. She also introduces special guest Glenys Needham from Carnegie Lions Club who’s speaking about the amazing work of the Lions Assistance Dogs program.

More info: lionsassistancedogs.com.au

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In this podcast, Deb Brook from Bayside Community Emergency Relief (BCER) talks about the honour of being named Kingston Community Group of the Year 2026. Deb is pictured (centre) in the photo with Kingston Mayor Cr Georgina Oxley and volunteers.

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In this podcast from A Newsman and His Music (1 June 2026) you can hear all the latest news from Kingston City Council direct from the Mayor, Cr Georgina Oxley. The mayor is pictured with 2026 Kingston Citizen of the Year Marlene Nanscawen who’s been recognised for her outstanding volunteer work with Make a Difference Dingley Village.

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In this podcast from The Community Block, Geoff Hergt from the Kiwanis Club of Moorabbin is speaking with Melinda Shelley from 123read2me, the charity that empowers disadvantaged kids to succeed, with free books.

You can help by donating or volunteering. Visit: 123read2me.org.au

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The president of Melbourne All Abilities Cricket Association (MAACA) Steve Lefebvre has expressed his thanks to MAACA patron Jim Magee for his amazing fundraising effort for the organisation. Jim and his wife Claire have already walked more than 500 kilometres of the Camino de Santiago which will eventually total more than 900 kilometres.

You can support Jim and Claire by donating to MAACA here: maaca.org.au

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Balaclava resident and urban researcher Rachel Iampolski is campaigning against inappropriate development in the so-called supermarket precinct of Carlisle Street. In this podcast, Rachel is speaking with Southern FM’s Colin Tyrus on A Newsman and His Music.

Broadcast Monday 25 May 2026.

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Former 88.3 Southern FM breakfast presenter and singer/songwriter Tom Mac continues to serve up relatable pop country anthems, and it was great to hear him make a surprise appearance on the airwaves for a chat after Colin played Tom’s latest track Larrakia Sunset.

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