Fiona here promoting a poster competition through NT Primary Schools. The closing date is next Friday 29 October but some late stragglers will be ok. The promotion is to eliminate Trachoma which is a cause of blindness in many First Nations adults. There are up to 19 prizes of $1000 for schools and early learning centres.

The main hygiene action for trachoma is to keep the face clean and provide functional bathrooms or wash stations. And what works for trachoma works for other infections too. Otitis media, gastro, respiratory and skin infections, and others can lead to chronic or fatal conditions such as rheumatic heart disease. Not to mention Covid-19. We provide resources for simple unified hygiene practices in schools to help young children see and hear better and to engage better when in the classroom. Our latest resource is a very cool 3D Augmented Reality App called the Spectacular App. More info here.

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Liberty's music seeks to encapsulate the full meaning about the journey of life. Life gets tough, and sometimes you lose motivation to do things you once loved. But, you’ll always come out the other end a stronger and better version of you, one day at a time. Facebook here.

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During the lockdown following the coronavirus pandemic, the brothers honed their skills and broadened their repertoire, practising on their Facebook live audience. This led to bookings from various clubs in the district – and due to their popularity, people began asking for a CD.They recorded their debut album with Tamworth-based singing chef and sound engineer Rob Breese at his Beaten Tracks Studio just outside the Country Music Capital. They laid down 15 songs, two originals and 13 covers. Good Times Will Come Again was penned by Geoff when he was 16, and it’s still relevant today.The words of the beautiful ballad, You’re Still Just 22, were sent to Lach by legendary bushman Kelly Dixon, which Lach put to music. Intended as a tribute to his wife of more than 40 years, Marion had no knowledge of the song and Kelly had not heard the melody Lach wove around his words. Facebook here.

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The Foodbank Central Australian operation is set to help those experiencing food insecurity in Central Australia. Foodbank has been serving the Alice Springs community working with agencies for more than 10 years with ad hoc food relief support. The new Foodbank Central Australia operation is a commitment to working to end hunger in the region. More info here.

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Todd’s music is no country for old men. While he undoubtedly draws his sonic influence from titans like Hank Williams and Johnny Cash, his melodies skew modern. He plays almost every instrument, from piano to guitar, mandolin, harmonica, and drums, and the multi-instrumentalist doubles as a songwriter for himself as well as for other artists. “"If I can put a smile on someone’s face through song, well that just means the world to me,” he says. “I try to get to the real heart and soul of a song. To me, it's not just words but a story, and I do my best to portray that with every line. That’s my main draw to country music; the stories, the people, and the sincerity that comes from the heart." https://toddbarrowmusic.com/

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Joe Camilleri and The Black Sorrows are  announcing the world-wide release of Saint Georges Road on the 10th of September through Ambition Records. 

8CCC was thrilled to have Joe on the line to our studios talking about his partnership with Grammy nominated producer Peter Solley - of Jo Jo Zep and the Falcons’ breakthrough album Screaming Targets (‘79) that featured Joe’s first Top 40 hits, "Hit and Run" and "Shape I’m In".

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Michael Liddle, ASTC election candidate joined Mark, Andy and Adam to discuss his campaign and desire to bring a new voice to the table to discuss the matters that impact Alice Springs.

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In an Australian-first, homegrown ‘superbugs’ are being used to treat

Queenslanders’ wastewater as part of a new green technology being unveiled by

Urban Utilities.

The bugs naturally clean waste in a way that significantly reduces chemicals and

power use, making the essential treatment process cheaper and environmentally

friendly. 

After 10 years of research and development, Urban Utilities is now introducing the

unique microorganisms – called Anammox bugs – to the state’s largest sewage

treatment plant at Luggage Point in Brisbane’s east.

https://urbanutilities.com.au/newsroom/articles/anammox-superbugs

Listen to Anna Hartley the Urban Utilities media advisor she describes this exciting new

technology.

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Jason, Jason and Dennis from the Arrernte Boxing Academy joined Andy on the Big Brekky to talk about the life changing impact of their Boxing program for young people in Mparntwe Alice Springs- through positive relationships, mentoring and role modelling.

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A discussion about upcoming Alternative to Violence Program Workshops with Diana and Sharon.

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