Looking Back with the Bunyip Archive

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 2nd March

Posted by on March 15, 2022 at 1:53 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 2nd March 2022 150 years ago The Bunyip featured a story about the dissolution of a business partnership, 100 years ago the residents of Cockatoo Valley were about to be connected to the local telephone exchange, […]

This week, Rob and Sean talk about Motorsports.

This week, Rick and Phil discuss the B&L cricket finals, the passing of Rod Marsh and Shane Warne and the local bowls scene.

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 23rd February 2022 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a fatal accident involving a horse, 100 years ago local punters were gathering for the Catholic Races, 50 years ago Muno Para council were requesting city […]

Rick and Phil discuss the Russian sports suspensions, local bowls and cricket and the Redbacks rain dance.

Rick and Phil discuss the Ben Horne’s “Top 50 cricketers ranking” column, Concussion in sport, Lawn bowls and local cricket.

Rob and Sean talk about the state Junior softball championships.

Looking Back with the Bunyip:Wednesday 16th February

Posted by on February 25, 2022 at 5:11 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 16th February 2022 150 years ago a story about an extraordinary recovery from snakebite was featured , 100 years ago a spate of bushfires was raising concern, 50 years ago the demolition of a history premises […]

Rick and Phil discuss the Redbacks recent performances, the local lawn bowls and cricket scenes.

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 9th February

Posted by on February 20, 2022 at 6:04 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 9th February 2022 150 years ago the Bunyip featured a local Hoax, 100 years ago the Bunyip reported on the construction of a locomotive engine, 50 years ago there was concern about footballers’ homework, 25 years […]

Rob and Sean talk cricket coaching with Trinity OS CC coach Deano Ruhode.

Classic Cult TV Club: The Muppet Show

Posted by on February 15, 2022 at 5:58 pm

Monthly Podcast; January The Muppet Show Episodes 1:24 and 4:17. Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Mackenzie, Alex, Angus, Gypsy, Janette and Justin. And It’s Muppet Party Time. The Culters sit down to watch the first series Muppets episode featuring Vincent Price and then slip up and accidentally also watch the […]

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 2nd February

Posted by on February 12, 2022 at 5:14 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 2nd February 2022 150 years ago the Bunyip reported on a missing person, 100 years ago lost boy scouts made news, 50 years ago the danger of bee stings was featured, 25 years ago a local […]

Rick and Phil discuss the Justin Langer saga, Pakistan tour, lawn bowls and B&L cricket.

Rob and Sean talk winter Olympics.

Looking Back with the Bunyip:Wednesday 26th January

Posted by on February 8, 2022 at 6:59 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 26th January 2022 150 years ago Dr Schomburgk received a well-deserved honour, 100 years ago the paper reported on a new threshing machine, 50 years ago concerns about bushfire danger were in the news 25 years […]

Rick and Phil discuss lawn bowls, B&L cricket and the AO tennis finals.

Rob and Sean discuss the 2022 Australia Tennis Open.

Rick and Phil discuss “The Special K’s”, The Striker’s BBL semi-final and local bowls.

Two Peas in a Podcast: January 2022

Posted by on January 29, 2022 at 4:26 pm

Trevor and Michelle enter the 2022 new year with a healthy mix of excitement and trepidation. This month’s podcast revisits the importance of when to plant and how, now is the time to gird your loins for a decent winter harvest.  This year also heralds a new foray into gardening as both Michelle and Trevor […]

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 19th January 2022 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a case of fraudulent possession, 100 years ago the funeral of a local resident was covered 50 years ago the death of a stunt driver make […]

Rick and Phil discuss the Ashes Test series, local B&L cricket and Bowls results.

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 12th January

Posted by on January 21, 2022 at 4:20 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 12th January 2022 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a shocking death, 100 years ago the council was discussing the purchase of a street sweeper 50 years ago the Bunyip featured a story about a […]

Rick and Phil discuss Usman Khawaja, the Ashes and the local sports scene.

Rob and Sean talk about the groundbreaking roles women play in men’s baseball.

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 6th January

Posted by on January 14, 2022 at 3:20 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 6th January 2022 150 years ago Gawler’s court house was again making news, 100 years ago the Bunyip reported on the effect of the traditional Christmas holiday break in Gawler 50 years ago a local farmer […]

Classic Cult TV Club; Wiggly Wiggly Christmas

Posted by on January 12, 2022 at 12:08 am

Monthly Podcast; December The Wiggles, Wiggly Wiggly Christmas. Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Mackenzie, Alex, Angus, Gypsy, Janette and Justin. The Culters are celebrating the “silly season” with the perfect seasonal entertainment, or is it? Maybe they are stretching the definition of a Cult Classic but the Wiggles are such […]

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 22nd December 2021

Posted by on January 5, 2022 at 11:22 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 22nd December 2021. 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a unruly court case 100 years ago Christmas shopping hours were generating discussion 50 years ago council boundaries were making news 25 years ago a new […]

Special Podcast; 2021: A Retrospective Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Mackenzie Alex, Angus, Baylor, Janette, and Justin. The “Culters” discuss the best and worst shows that they watched in 2021 and look forward to the classics or otherwise that they will watch in 2022. Podcast recorded 29-12-2021 at Gawler South. […]

Rick and Phil discuss local bowls, Adelaide Test and ICC world rankings.

Monthly Podcast; November Dr Who, Series 8, 5th story, The Daemons. Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Alex, Angus, Gypsy, Janette and Justin. November is Dr Who month at the Cult TV Club and this year they are following the adventures of the third Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee. So what […]

Adelaide Plains Chapter and Verse monthly podcast recorded 21/11/21, Evanston. Welcome to our monthly writing podcast with Carolyn, Marie and Janette. It is nearly Christmas and the writers at Chapter and Verse are in celebratory mode. To all our listeners a very happy Festive Season and best wishes for 2022. Keep safe and keep well. […]

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 15th December 2021

Posted by on December 23, 2021 at 11:38 am

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 15th December 2021. 150 years ago Snakes were making news again 100 years ago grasshoppers were the big story 50 years the Bunyip was reporting on new pensioner flats in Gawler 25 years ago Church Hill […]

Rob and Sean look at various sports in their final show of 2021.

Rick and Phil discuss the Adelaide Test, DRS and local bowls and cricket.

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 8th December

Posted by on December 15, 2021 at 11:18 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 8th December 2021. 150 years ago a Barossa Council meeting was making news 100 years ago the paper reported on a case of larceny involving diamonds, 50 years a story about a fundraising carnival featured 25 […]

Rick and Phil discuss the ‘Gabba Test match, local bowls and cricket.

Rob and Sean discuss chess, and the various aspects associated with the game.

Classic Cult TV Club: Futurama

Posted by on December 8, 2021 at 11:50 pm

Futurama, Series 1, episode 4, Love’s Labours Lost in Space. Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Mackenzie, Alex, Angus, Gypsy, Janette and Justin. Lisa challenges the group with a cult favourite, Futurama. Will they all be impressed? Warning. Spoilers. The discussion is laced with spoilers so if you have not yet […]

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 1st December 2021

Posted by on December 6, 2021 at 10:24 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 1st December 2021. 150 years ago The Bunyip featured as story about a new school at Roseworthy 100 years ago a new church was making news, 50 years municipal boundaries were being discussed 25 years ago […]

Rick and Phil discuss Alex Carey, local bowls and cricket.

Rob and Sean celebrate their 200th show.

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 24th November 2021

Posted by on November 29, 2021 at 11:01 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 24th November 2021. 150 years ago the Bunyip was outraged by “rascally conduct” 100 years ago a final notice from the taxation department raised sniggers of amusement in the Gawler Corporation 50 years ago concerns were […]

Looking Back with The Bunyip: Wednesday 17th November

Posted by on November 22, 2021 at 11:01 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 17th November 2021. 150 years ago John Martin’s expanding foundry business was in the news 100 years ago the Bunyip was reporting on a temperance rally, 50 years ago concerns were expressed about fires in Gawler, […]

Rob and Sean talk about Australia’s success at the recent T20 cricket World Cup.

Rick and Phil discuss the World Cup T20 final, Dizzy Gillespie and local sport, cricket, bowls and football.

Classic Cult TV Club: Labyrinth

Posted by on November 15, 2021 at 10:48 pm

Special Podcast Labyrinth, 1986 Welcome to the Classic Cult TV Club, (CCtvC), with Lisa, Mackenzie, Alex, Angus, Gypsy, Janette and Justin. Bowie fans beware! There is a muppet party in the air. The Culters watch the iconic movie Labyrinth. Does it stand the test of time? The Culter’s were so enthuiastic that the podcast had […]

Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 10th November

Posted by on November 14, 2021 at 7:12 pm

Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay Boon from Wednesday 10th November 2021. 150 years ago The Bunyip reported on a late Picnic, 100 years ago a dramatic electrical storm was making news 50 years ago a local landmark was being sold, 25 years ago the […]

Rob and Sean talk about sports people getting vaccinated to play sport.

Rick and Phil discuss the T20 World Cup Semi-finals and Final, local bowls, cricket and football.