Welcome to the GBA
The Gawler Broadcasting Association is an organisation dedicated to giving the people of Gawler a voice, whether through radio programs, local art and music, or short films.
If you’re interested in getting involved we’re always looking for more volunteers! You can become a member, and even create a show of your own. If you’re interested, head over to our contact page and let us know.
Most Recent Podcasts
Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 7th October
Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 7th October 2026 150 years ago; address delivered by Mr Henry Taylor of British Agricultural Union to large audience, 100 years ago; puzzling criticism of Australia, 50 years ago; ratepayers seek severance, 25 years ago; burst water…
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Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 30th September 2026 150 years ago; what Gawler people are saying, 100 years ago; rain welcomed, 50 years ago; complaint about Murray Street traffic, 25 years ago; legal team moves into historic officers, 10 years ago; farmers…
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Classic Cult TV Club: Star Trek, Lower Decks
Monthly Podcast; Star Trek, Lower Decks: Series 2 Episode 9 “Nej Duj” Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Justin, Cassandra, Lisa, Mackenzie, Angus, Baylor and Janette. In honour of the anniversary of the arrival of the crew of the good ship, Enterprise on our screens, sixty years ago, Baylor b ring Star…
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Gawler Libraries: Spring News
Listen to the Library News podcast to find out what exciting events are happening at our local library in October and November 2026. With Melinda Kennedy, Library Officer for Promotions and Digital Literacy For more information about the events listed in this podcast please see the following; www.gawler.sa.gov.au Gawler Civic Centre Facebook Page; https://www.facebook.com/gawlerciviccentre/ Gawler…
Listen to EpisodeLooking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 23rd September
Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 23rd September 2026 150 years ago; What Gawler citizens are saying, 100 years ago; Building regulations required for Gawler, 50 years ago; record crowds for local grand final, 25 years ago; double win for the Tigers, 10…
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Gawler Broadcasting Association AGM
The year has flown by and it is time for our AGM once again. Please join us for on Tuesday 15th November at the P/A Hotel, 7.00 pm. We have booked the room from 6.15 so come early if you wish to eat…
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GBA Annual Quiz Night
We have been on break over Covid but the Gawler Broadcasting Association Annual Quiz Night is back!! Come and join us and Quizmasters Geri and Eugenia for a fun night of Trivia, Fun and Laughter!…
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Vale Marilyn Simpson 1946-2021
On Thursday the 17th of June 2021, we lost Marilyn Simpson, a longtime contributor to GBA, both behind the scenes and in front of the microphone. We will remember Marilyn and a loving wife, mother and…
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GBA AGM and Life Membership Presentation
On Monday 18th of November we held our Annual General Meeting at the P/A Hotel. There was some reflection on what we have achieved in our first five years and what our aspirations are for the future…
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Quiz Night 2019
Tickets are now available for GBA’s 2019 Quiz Night! This year it will be held on Saturday the 19th of October at Zion Lutheran Hall in Gawler. If you would like to support this event, please spread…
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Gawler Oral History: Barbara Mullan,OAM.
Recorded with Gillian Lee, 30th October, 2025 Gawler Civic Centre. Welcome to another Oral History Podcast featuring Barbara Mullan, who was a leading light of the Gawler Quilting Circle. From childhood Barbara Mullan has been fascinated by textiles. She has spent her creative life designing and producing beautiful works of art, using patchwork, hand quilting…
Gawler Oral History: Judy Gillett-Ferguson talks about the Vietnam Moratorium
Judy Gillett-Ferguson; “Memories of the Vietnam Moratorium”. Recorded with Janette Menhennet 16th April 2026 Gawler Civic Centre. Welcome to another Oral History Podcast featuring Judy Gillett-Ferguson, retired principal, former Gawler Councillor, and a leading light of Gawler. Judy talks about her involvement with the Vietnam Moratorium in the 1970s…
Gawler Oral History: Janet Brealey A.MusA L.MusA
Janet was interviewed by Gillian Lee in July 2024 for the Gawler Oral History Project. Janet is a piano teacher based in Willaston but has piano students in Gawler and the Barossa district. She teaches at her house and also at Faith Lutherann College Tanunda. She talks about the early days of her childhood, interest…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Coralie Clayson…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Mayor Karen Redman…