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Have you ever rediscovered a passion you thought was long forgotten? That's exactly what happened when I stepped into the Blackwood Community Centre for a cooking class—my first since school days. The simple joy of chopping vegetables for a Greek salad and learning to prepare chicken dishes rekindled something I'd been missing for years.

Community centres in Adelaide, supported by the wonderful Mitchell Council, are creating spaces where people connect in meaningful ways. These aren't just buildings—they're vibrant hubs where lives intersect and new skills blossom. The recently opened Pasadena Community Centre exemplifies this spirit with its incredible range of activities for all ages and abilities. From the exhilarating Tuesday evening Zumba "Fun Mix" classes to the Monday "Fun and Fitness" sessions combining drum balls, dancing, and yoga meditation, there's something for everyone. The best part? These activities are completely free, making community engagement accessible to all.

What makes these community spaces truly special is their inclusivity. Whether you're a primary school student or enjoying retirement, whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting your wellness journey, you're welcomed with open arms. As someone who volunteers as a basketball coach, I've witnessed firsthand how community involvement enriches lives on both sides of the equation. When we put our time and heart into what we do, something magical happens—we build connections that sustain us.

The Community Show will continue bringing you weekly updates about local activities worth trying. Meanwhile, stay tuned for exciting upcoming episodes including the BJ Show 2025 award show, bowling updates, AFLW coverage, NBA opening, and our milestone 250th episode celebration. With listeners in 44 cities across 13 countries, we're building a global community one episode at a time. Which community activity will you try next? Download our episodes and join the conversation!

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The NBL 26 season is set to begin with exciting matchups and significant player movements reshaping the competitive landscape across all ten teams. Bryce Cotton's move from Perth to Adelaide stands as the biggest signing of the offseason, potentially shifting the balance of power in the league.

• Adelaide 36ers have secured Bryce Cotton after his eight seasons with Perth Wildcats
• Perth Wildcats look to maintain their championship pedigree despite losing their star guard
• Sydney Kings added Matthew Dellavedova from Melbourne United to chase a third straight title
• Tasmania JackJumpers aim to defend their championship after winning in just their second season
• New Zealand Breakers and Melbourne United remain strong contenders with championship experience
• Opening round features Tasmania hosting Melbourne United, followed by games across Australia and New Zealand
• All games available on ESPN and Disney+, with select matches on Channel 10 in Australia

Check out the NBL app for your local game times and follow along each week for round-by-round reviews and predictions.

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We take on Chaos at Crossroad Bowls with only three bowlers as Brent is out due to illness, followed by coverage of the September Daytime Cup competition at Zone Bowling Centre.

• Down to three bowlers with Brent unavailable due to illness
• First game at Crossroad Bowls scores 711 pins with a blind score included
• Second game improves to 722 pins, leading by about four pins overall
• Final game scores 717 pins for a total of 2150 pins across all three games
• September Daytime Cup coverage from Zone Bowling Centre shows strong performance
• First Daytime Cup game scores 129 for a total of 547 and 708 pins
• Second game improves to 134, with team reaching 801 pins overall
• Next week will feature the final week of the current competition
• Special content coming soon includes Kenowa Football Club inclusive interview

Keep listening for our milestone 250th episode, The Woods Show, Rolling Up Day, and the NBL 26 opening episode. Make sure you keep listening wherever you get your podcasts.

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The AFL finals have delivered historic moments with both Adelaide and Gold Coast eliminated in straight sets, while preliminary finalists prepare for blockbuster matches at the MCG.

• Adelaide's straight-sets exit marks the first occurrence in 42 years, despite improvement from 15th to finals under Matthew Nicks
• Hawthorn dominated Adelaide with Sam Butler (15 disposals, 9 tackles, 2 goals) leading the charge in a 34-point victory
• Brisbane comprehensively defeated Gold Coast by 59 points in the Q Clash semifinal
• Gold Coast should celebrate making history with their first finals appearance in 15 years under Damien Hardwick
• Predicting Geelong to defeat Hawthorn by approximately 20 points in Friday's preliminary final
• Tipping Collingwood to overcome Brisbane by around 15 points in Saturday's twilight preliminary final
• SANFL finals saw heartbreak for Norwood with a one-point loss to Glenelg after a missed opportunity in the dying minutes
• Sturt and Glenelg will face off in the SANFL Grand Final

Join us next episode for our awards show featuring player of the year, coach of the year, All-Australian teams, and our official Grand Final predictions.

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We break down an eventful week of football in both the AFL and SANFL, focusing on the semifinal results and looking ahead to the preliminary finals.

• Hawthorne defeated Adelaide 14.17 (101) to 10.7 (67) after the Crows' pre-game trash talk and airport signage backfired spectacularly
• Jack Gunston starred for Hawthorne with 5 goals, continuing his remarkable season with 70 goals at age 33
• Brisbane comfortably beat Gold Coast 14.16 (100) to 6.11 (47) in the first-ever Q-Clash final
• Will Ashcroft dominated for Brisbane with 28 disposals and 2 goals
• We predict Geelong to defeat Hawthorne by 26 points and Collingwood to beat Brisbane by 15 in the preliminary finals
• West Adelaide claimed the SANFL Under-16s premiership but their Under-18s fell to Sturt
• Sturt and Glenelg will contest both the League and Reserves SANFL Grand Finals
• AFL has confirmed the return of State of Origin with Western Australia to face Victoria

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We journey through the final stages of the SANFL finals series, following Norwood's incredible path from fifth place to a heartbreaking two-point preliminary final loss against Glenelg at Adelaide Oval.

• West Adelaide claimed the Under-16s premiership against Central District
• Sturt defeated West Adelaide in the Under-18s Grand Final 9.13 (67) to 3.6 (24)
• Norwood's finals journey included comeback wins against Port Adelaide and Central District
• Quarter-by-quarter analysis of the Norwood vs Glenelg preliminary final
• Final score: Glenelg 8.9 (57) defeated Norwood 7.13 (55)
• Glenelg will now face Sturt in the 2025 SANFL Grand Final
• Both reserve teams for Glenelg and Sturt will also face off in their Grand Final

Thank you so much for joining us throughout this final series. Stay tuned for the 2025 BJ Show awards show coming soon.

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Meet Susie, a dynamo who's turning 80 but refuses to slow down. Together with her son Russ, she's revolutionised fitness at the Blackwood Community Centre with a program that breaks all the rules of traditional exercise classes.

What makes Susie's Fun & Fitness program unique? It's the constant variety – seven different exercise genres packed into a single hour. "If you aren't keen on ballet or drum fit, if you wait 10 minutes, the program changes," she explains. This brilliant approach ensures everyone finds something they love, whether they're in their 30s or their 90s. From drumsticks and actual drums for cardio, to ballet exercises at an outdoor barre, to boot scoot dancing with sequined trilby hats – the program constantly evolves to keep participants engaged, challenged, and smiling.

Drawing on her 40-year nursing career and lifetime of dance teaching, Susie creates a safe, supportive environment where fitness feels like play. The program has grown from 20 to nearly 50 regular participants who not only strengthen their bodies but form lasting friendships. After each Monday session, the Mitcham Council provides free lunch, extending the community-building aspect beyond exercise. This holistic approach has even inspired spin-off groups, like Dee Nolan's Thursday Qigong sessions.

What began as Susie's way of "giving back" has become a profound source of joy for everyone involved. "I didn't realise how much by giving something to the community, how much Russ and I get back," she shares. Join this vibrant community every Monday at 11am – no cost, no pressure, just bring a mat for the final yoga section and prepare to discover that fitness can be fun at any age.

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We've reached our 20th episode milestone, providing comprehensive coverage of Australian sports including NRL, NRLW finals predictions, and previews of upcoming summer sports seasons.

• Complete breakdown of NRLW Rounds 9 and 10 results with final round predictions
• Detailed NRL final round results showing some impressive scorelines including two massive wins (Dolphins 62-24 over Raiders and Eels 66-10 over Knights)
• Week 1 NRL Finals predictions: Storm over Bulldogs, Warriors over Pandas, Sharks to upset Roosters, and Rainers to defeat Brokens
• Preview of upcoming summer sports schedule including NBL (starting September 18th), A-League (October 17th), and BBL cricket (December)
• Announcement of expanded show lineup including dedicated cricket coverage and the continued Aussie Footy Show
• Introduction of new BJ Show business cards and Facebook page with security measures

Thank you so much for your support. The BJ Show will be expanding with new social media presence and business cards coming soon. Follow our new Facebook page (request access required for security) to stay updated with all our shows.

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We're celebrating the achievements of SANFL clubs who have made it to Grand Finals across junior and senior competitions this September. West Adelaide's junior teams feature prominently, with both Under-16s and Under-18s squads competing for premierships at Adelaide Oval.

• Under-16s Grand Final: Central District Bulldogs vs West Adelaide Bloods (Sunday, 14 September 2025, 9:20 am at Adelaide Oval)
• Under-18s Grand Final: West Adelaide vs Sturt Double Blues (Sunday, 14 September 2025, 12:00 pm at Adelaide Oval)
• Reserves Preliminary Final: South Adelaide Panthers vs Sturt Double Blues (Saturday, 13 September 2025, 11:00 am at Megan's Stadium)
• Our prediction for seniors: a Sturt vs Nord Grand Final with Nord winning by 10 points
• Nord Redlegs looking to avenge last year's finals loss to Glenelg, the only team they haven't defeated in 2025
• Coming soon: more episodes including bowling updates, quizzes, and new journey segments on the BJ Show

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Team structure has changed to a "goal-full team" with no reserves, including Phoenix, Brent, Andrew, and Nathan. My absence due to illness was covered by a blind score based on my average.

• Game-by-game breakdown shows mixed performance with scores declining over three games
• Team won two games to one despite the downward trend in scores
• Nathan showed impressive improvement with a high score of 145 in game one
• Total pin count was 1,362 across all three games (489, 453, 420)
• Blind score system explained - counts near your average when you're unable to bowl
• Exciting new developments coming for The BJ Show including contact cards and a private Facebook page
• Future content will include quizzes and top five lists for movies, music and TV shows with Aiden

Listen to the latest episode of The BJ Show for coverage of the South Australian National Football League finals, including junior divisions. It's a 60-minute episode with comprehensive coverage.

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