Sunday market in Todd Mall Mparntwe by Helene Thomas

Lajamanu early morning by Helene Thomas

Walking to stage from donga in Kalkarindji by Helene Thomas

Sitting in Rob's Park in Kalkarindji by Helene Thomas

Crow in Todd Mall ~ Mparntwe/Alice Springs by Helene Thomas

This story is about how a person's dream combined with a supportive organisation created something truly special and valued by the wider community. Founder of the Okines Bike Shed Glenn Miller talks about how the bike shed began and the reason it is flourishing. The group's philosophy is to provide bike education, support, repairs, bikes and parts to the community. The bike shed is run completely by volunteers under the auspices of the Okines Community House. In this conversation we also hear from John Chapman, a dedicated volunteer of the bike shed, and local resident Llewellyn who spends two days a week at the bike shed as part of his home school program. This conversation was recorded as part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary of Okines Community House in April 2025.

Recorded, produced, mixed & mastered by Helene Thomas

Soundscapes: Helene Thomas' birds in backyard.

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Back when Okines Community House opened its doors to the public, local yoga teacher and choir leader Satyamo Roberts was asked to write a song and perform it at the official opening. Satyamo shares that story here. This conversation was recorded as part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary of Okines Community House in April 2025.

Recorded, produced, mixed & mastered by Helene Thomas

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A Village by the Sea by Satyamo Roberts

The southern beaches community in lutruwita / Tasmania is so lucky to have the Okines Food Co-op, thanks to the incredible dedication from its founder and coordinator Jill Vaughan and the many volunteers that work hard to keep its doors open and serving the community. In this conversation Jill talks about the Co-op's values, mission and vision. Our conversation was recorded as part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary of Okines Community House in April 2025.

Recorded, produced, mixed & mastered by Helene Thomas

Soundscapes: Helene Thomas birds in backyard.

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Community members share why they love Okines Community House. This conversation was recorded as part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary of Okines Community House in April 2025.

Recorded, produced, mixed & mastered by Helene Thomas

Soundscapes: Helene Thomas' birds in backyard.

Music: A Village by the Sea by Satyamo Roberts

The much cherished Lantern Parade is held each winter solstice in Dodges Ferry. It is one of the most loved events of the year. Melinda Reid, Gwen Egg and Megan Woodcock all share their love for an event that brings together many residents. These recordings This conversation was recorded as part of the celebrations of the 25th Anniversary of Okines Community House in April 2025.

Recorded, produced, mixed & mastered by Helene Thomas

Music: A Village by the Sea by Satyamo Roberts

Soundscape:

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