E04 – the Motocross Mayor

Posted by on July 22, 2017 at 8:08 am

We might know him better as the former Mayor of Gawler, but Brian Sambell loves motocross, and he’s been riding and racing bikes since the days when he putt-putted behind his dad as a kid.

E03 – To China and back

Posted by on July 21, 2017 at 3:04 pm

From Trinity College to the world’s top engineering school – Tsinghua University – local export Jack Butcher is hoping to help China and Australia better understand each other

E02 – Shirley and George got married

Posted by on July 20, 2017 at 8:08 am

In the early 1930’s South Gawler won 3 premierships in 5 years, you could buy bacon for 1 shilling a pound, and a young Shirley Davidson and her family moved to town.

“Still Living” and “Creation”

Posted by on July 9, 2017 at 6:30 am

Marilyn speaks with local artists, Geoffrey Turvey, and Thelma Kirkwood, whose respective exhibitions “Still Living” and “Creation” are currently on display at the Gawler Gallery. Incidental Music : The Lights Galaxia While She Sleeps BY,NC,ND.

Live, Laugh and Paint

Posted by on July 3, 2017 at 5:10 am

Friends, Suzanne Smith and Lee Eiffe are sharing an exhibition entitled, “ Live Laugh And Paint”, at the Gawler Community Gallery this month. They talk with Marilyn about their works. Their exhibition will be held from the 25th of June to the 30th of July.

E01 How Times Change

Posted by on June 28, 2017 at 3:29 am

Graham Tucker is virtually a walking encyclopaedia of knowledge when it comes to the history of Gawler, and we’re lucky enough to have Graham take us on a tour or his life and our town.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss the historic first AFL premiership game held in China this past weekend.

Rick and Rob give their thoughts on the Barossa, Light & Gawler Football League after the second round.

In today’s episode Rick and Rob pay tribute to great Aussie/Kiwi satirist John Clarke.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss the start of summer sports and the start of the AFL season.

A quick chat with Steve Frinsdorf

Posted by on March 30, 2017 at 12:40 am

Marilyn chats with prolific volunteerer and SA Regional Award winner, Steve Frinsdorf

In today’s episode, Rob is back from overseas, where he’s found a lot of new things to talk about.

New Exhibition at the Gallery

Posted by on March 11, 2017 at 12:56 am

Talented artist, Laura Wright, talks with Marilyn about her exhibition currently showing in The Red Hen Room at the Gawler Community Gallery

Artisan Markets and Head Cred

Posted by on March 6, 2017 at 5:33 am

The Gawler Fringe continued on Saturday 4th March with an Artisans’ Market at Apex Park during the day and a film in the evening.  Marilyn talks with Natasha from Head Cred about her jewellery collection made from old tin plates and tea caddies

What’s on in the Red Hen Room?

Posted by on February 24, 2017 at 11:12 pm

Three new exhibitions were launched at the Gawler Community Gallery on Sunday 19th February.

The Fringe party begins in Gawler

Posted by on February 19, 2017 at 11:48 pm

The Fringe came to Gawler this weekend. Check out our video gallery of interviews and performances at the 2017 Gawler Fringe Opening!

Rick and Rob give their thoughts on the new AFL Women’s League league and the attention it’s been getting.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss a common topic of conversation in sports, Umpiring.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob take a look back at the year 2016.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob interview local sports physiotherapy specialist, Jamie Phillips, upon his return from a placement with the Milwaukee Bucks, a US pro Basketball franchise.

Community House Christmas

Posted by on December 5, 2016 at 4:07 am

Gawler’s Community House is preparing to host their annual Christmas Lunch, but places are filling up fast, so book early

Drums by Peter Thompson The last exhibition for 2016 is now open at The Gawler Community Art Gallery and will run until Sunday 18th December. It is a strong exhibition featuring the watercolours of Lorraine Winchester, with Drum and Shaker  sculpture and abstract paintings in oils and acrylics by Peter Thompson. Join Marilyn as she […]

With Christmas approaching, Marilyn talks with Rod McKenzie, Chair of The Gawler Suicide Prevention Community Group about being present for our loved ones who are suffering over the holiday season

In todya’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss sporting drought-breakers.

Rick and Rob talk to Nat Ayris from the Women’s National Under-18 Ice Hockey Team.

The Rotary Gawler Village Fair 2016 Gallery

Posted by on November 5, 2016 at 1:19 am

The 2016 Gawler Rotary Village Fair is underway with classic cars, community stalls, a bouncy castle, hot food, jumping dogs, the Gawler Town Band and much more

The Gawler Jazz Festival 2016 was officially launched last Friday 4th November with a gala event at the Gawler & Barossa Jockey Club.

Gallery Chit-Chat – Something Old, Something New

Posted by on October 24, 2016 at 5:15 am

Gawler Community Gallery’s latest exhibition was launched on Sunday 2nd October and runs until Nov 6th. Marilyn spoke with Kerrie Barrett  who exhibited with Pat Lowe “Something Old Something New”. Kerrie is a good friend to GBA, regularly providing us with art work to raffle.

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss sport-based theatre plays! If you’d like to subscribe to the show, you can head on over to the Rick and Rob Sports Show iTunes page!

The Gawler & Districts Disability Sport, Rec and Art Expo was officially launched this week, with representatives from Disability, Sports and Recreation SA (DRSSA) attending, as well as staff from the local Starplex and local member Tony Piccolo. We talked to DRSSA President and Paralympian Daryl Taylor about what makes this an important initiative. If […]

Gallery Chit-Chat – Light, Form and Pixels

Posted by on October 5, 2016 at 11:40 pm

Gawler Community Gallery’s latest exhibition was launched on Sunday 2nd October and runs until Nov 6th. Cody spoke to Susannah Emery and Josh McLean, who showcased their art in the Light, Form and Pixels Exhibit.

Gawler Community Gallery’s latest exhibition was launched on Sunday 2nd October and runs until Nov 6th. Marilyn spoke to Chris Browning and Alice Richardson, who were there on behalf of the Grenville Hub’s Wednesday Art Group, which were presenting their work.

This week, Rick and Rob discuss the historic Grand Final between the Western Bulldogs and the Sydney Swans.

This week Rick and Rob discuss the results of the 2016 SANFL Grand Final!

In today’s episode, Rick and Rob discuss the Barossa, Light and Gawler League Football and Netball finals. If you’d like to subscribe to the show, you can head on over to the Rick and Rob Sports Show iTunes page!

Gallery Chit-Chat – Ksenia Elliot

Posted by on September 12, 2016 at 12:22 am

Ksenia Elliot won the Best Overall Work category at the Gawler Community Gallery, so we talked to her to learn more about her art.

Tineta Ellis won an award at the Gawler Community Gallery in the Hanging Textiles category (pictured above). We spoke to her to learn more about her inspirations for creating art.

Rick and Rob discuss the upcoming BL&G league Schluter medal. The Rick and Rob show is now available on iTunes! Head on over and subscribe to the show.

Dig It – Part 2

Posted by on August 16, 2016 at 10:04 am

The next episode of Dig It is here!

Rick and Rob discuss Michael Phelps, the all time greatest Olympian.

With the Olympics on, Rick and Rob discuss some of the highlights of previous Olympics.

in todya’s episode Robert Laidlaw talks to Joanne Hughes about the Gawler Art Awards.

SALA2016 Comes to Gawler

Posted by on August 1, 2016 at 12:12 pm

The SALA Festival is on again, and this year the Gawler SALA Art Trail has more artists and more venues than ever before.

This week Rick and Rob talk to Sean Carlin about his experiences at the Olympics.

Gallery Chit Chat – Ellen Steyne

Posted by on July 25, 2016 at 8:11 am

Ellen Steyne talks with Marilyn about her exhibition “…of Fur and Feathers” on the day of the launch, Sunday 10th July 2016

Life, sustainability and everything

Posted by on July 20, 2016 at 3:06 am

Organic, local, natural, free range, hormone free? How can we get fresh, sustainable food?

This week, Rick and Rob discuss the AFL and its current situation and rulesets.

Brick Barossa comes to town

Posted by on July 11, 2016 at 12:25 am

Brick Barossa – a brand new Lego fan event – brings the art of lego construction to town

In today’s episode Rick and Rob discuss the Barossa, Light and Gawler Netball scene.

In today’s episode Rick and Rob talk about the Ice Hockey which recently came to Adelaide.