Nick & Zoe - Hit Gippsland

It's hard not to love everything about Gippsland. From the gorgeous beaches to the snowcapped ranges. The region is littered with beautiful townships that celebrate their own unique history. These towns are also passionate and parochial about their sport. So, when the Basketball Victoria came to Gippsland with the idea of having one team represent the region, there were some mixed views from various local associations about the concept. It would be decided that Gippsland United would be the club that would represent the region in the BIG V competition in 2022 and beyond, with expectation of finals the pass mark for both the men and women's team. The men would win the 2022 BIG V title in Division 2 whilst the Women would make finals. As the dust settled on the hectic and successful first year, movement has been made in the women's program in various roles including the coaching panel. In this episode Ed Cowlishaw heads out to Pakenham to catch up with the new coach of Gippsland United basketball club senior wo

For many Gippslanders Motorsport runs through their veins. from motocross and rally cars to demolition derby and sprint car racing.  The spiritual home of motorsport is the famed Phillip Island circuit that has captivated fans of for many a decade. In this episode of Talking Gippsland Ed Cowlishaw ventures down to the Phillip Island Circuit visitor centre and went for a wander through the motorsport museum with Tahlia Blackman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I catch up with Gippsland Musician Harry Hook. Harry is on a magnificent rise with his music with the recent release of his new single 'Big Time Flyer' just in time for AFL grand final celebrations.   Yet as I discover his musical journey hasn't always been peaches and cream. From career choices to family life tough moments have shape his life and passion for music. Kick back and enjoy another episode of Talking Gippsland.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first episode of Talking Gippsland Ed Cowlishaw chats with up and coming film maker Adam Mckay. Adam has recently been directing, editing and producing the Sidelined documentary series that focuses on the journey of the Melbourne Boomers Basketball club and their quest for championship glory coupled with the hardship female athletes face.  #talkinggippsland #triplemgippsland #melbourneboomers #adammckay #edforbreakfast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw had a great yarn with Hayden Meggitt Drummer for band 'The Fools' and Craig Huffer from The Gippsland Track Club stopped by to have a catch about the Gippsland Squad head over to the Australian Cross Country Championships. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw caught up with country music star Tom Wolfe from the award winning band the Wolfe Brothers and the Karen Tough stop by and spoke of how you can utilise some great tools to aid your mental health.  #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw had a yarn with singer song writer Todd Cook about his album launch. Whilst Kane Denelly from the band 19twenty join the show to discuss the upcoming tour of Gippsland and how they work the double bass! #edforbreakfast #TripleMGippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw caught up with Ciaran Olohan – Singer with the World of musicals production – breaks down what you can expect at the show. Wham Middleton from the Harlem Globetrotters also stopped by the show to talk hoops and live on the road with the Globetrotters. #edforbreakfast #TripleMGippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowilshaw caught up with Brendan Quinn talked all things Darts ahead of the Victorian Classic event in Morwell.  Bec Leslie also joined the show to speak about her band 'The Cover Council' who are touring Gippsland. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw caught up with singer songwriter Steph Strings after her European tour and ahead of her performance at the East Gippsland Winterfest. Ed also spent time with Gippsland basketballer Jack White who made his debut in the green and gold of the Australian Boomers.    #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw had a giggle with Joe Salanitri from comedy troupe Sooshi Mango. whilst one of Gippslands brightest young sports stars Jaz Shelley who is living the dream playing College Basketball in the USA. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw caught up with Dr Jacqui Pocklington from Coastcare Victoria about celebrating Gippsland coastcare volunteers. Drew Downing also popped by the show to discuss the Good Vibrations Tour honouring the Beach Boys. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with Simon from the band 'The Meltdown' as they began their tour of Gippsland and Winter was championed in a big way with the winter solstice exhibition in Wonthaggi. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed caught up with Imogen Whitaker about a newly formed Dads group Southcoast Dads and spoke of how the group can help form new relationships and provide a great outlet for dads old and young. Also Country music Star Fanny Lumsden dropped by to talk about the Gippsland Country Halls Tour. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw put the spotlight on bullying within the school community this week and spoke of the support that is there for parents and children via Dolly's Dream.  Paul Dempsey also popped in for a chat to discuss his solo tour of regional Victoria and what his band Something For Katehas lined up in the back end of the year. #edforbreakfast #triplemgippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw has a yarn with David Lamb star of the Warragul Theatre Company production of Les Miserables. Some big news came the way of Gippsland this month with the announcement of the VIC Open Bowls championships to be now based out of of the region for the next 5 years. Carla Kranzic spoke about the event and her journey through bowls. #warragultheatrecompany #lawnbowlsvictoria #Lawnbowlsaustralia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Cowlishaw catches up with some of Gippsland's great sports stars. Aussie High Jumper Eleanor Patterson drops by to talk about the build up to the 2022 commonwealth games and breaking the 2m barrier in March. Netball is also on the agenda with Queensland Firebirds Vice Captain Lara Dunkley. #Edforbreakfast #triplemgippsland See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 Year Old Jackass's, Text Msg Drama & Reality TV Time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chinese Movie Censorship, Local Friendship Social Group, Damn Good Deed, Ranger Benny & TV Time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Williamson chat & TV Time! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.