Friday, Aug 31, 2007

Your Say - Drugs in Sport

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Following Andrew Johns' shocking admission, Tanya opened up the mike for listeners to share their thoughts.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:06 PM |   

Thursday, Aug 30, 2007

Drug Proofing Your Kids

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Recently we heard the stories of two women who ended up on drugs and in prostitution, despite being raised in "good" homes. Is it possible to drug proof your kids? Tanya spoke to Karen Hunt from Focus on the Family about steps we can take to prepare our kids to say no to drugs. For more info visit www.families.org.au .

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 10:56 PM |   

Wednesday, Aug 29, 2007

Imagine Not Being Able To Read - Alarmingly many Indigenous Australians are completely illiterate

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The ability to read is a skill that most of us take for granted. Tanya spoke to Suzy Wilson from the Indigenous Literacy Day Steering Committee about the alarming rate of illiteracy in remote Australian indigenous communities. Next Wednesday, September 5th, is Indigenous Literacy Day. Visit participating bookstores on Wednesday and a portion of proceeds from all books sold will be used to assist this vital project. For more info, go to: www.worldwithoutbooks.org.au .

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:57 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 28, 2007

What Do You Do When Your Toilet-Trained Toddler Decides She Doesn't Want To Use The Loo Anymore?

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Tanya talks to toilet training expert, Tracy Fulwood, from www.pottytraining.com.au , about what to do when your toilet-trained toddler regresses and it seems like you're back to square one.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 10:48 PM |   

Friday, Aug 24, 2007

If You've Got The Flu - Easy on the exercise!

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The flu has been striking down all kinds of people, including those who exercise regularly. David Peirce, from Pondera Physio and Pilates, told Tanya it can be dangerous to exercise when you've got the flu and you need to gradually return to your workout regime during the recovery phase. For more info, go to www.pondera.com.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 4:59 AM |   

Thursday, Aug 23, 2007

Which Is Australia's Most Liveable City?

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Ipswich is in the running to be crowned the world's most liveable city. Tanya spoke with Ipswich mayor, Paul Pisasale, about the city's makeover from a denigrated backwater to a shining star on the international stage.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 4:29 AM |   

Thursday, Aug 23, 2007

Your Say - Have you ever been a victim of road rage?

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As Brisbane's population steadily increases, we're seeing more cars on the city's roads than ever before. We're also seeing more incidents of road rage, as impatient drivers take out their frustration on fellow motorists. Hear listeners share their experiences of being road rage victims and their suggestions of how to avoid conflict with other drivers.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 3:57 AM |   

Tuesday, Aug 21, 2007

Stoplight Makeover - Tanya's time-saving beauty regime.

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Do you struggle to find time to do your hair and make-up before you leave for work in the morning? Tanya has the answer. With a bit of lippy, blush and powder and a few red traffic lights, you'll walk into work looking like a million dollars!

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:13 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 21, 2007

Your Say - What measures do you take to keep your kids safe online?

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Overnight, a US Naval Officer pleaded guilty to grooming a 14 yr old Australian girl for sex. It raises the very important question of how do you protect your kids from predators while they're online? Some parents told Tanya about steps they're taking to ensure their children's safety. To download a free internet filter to help protect your family, visit: www.netalert.gov.au/filter.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:41 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 19, 2007

Dealing With Headlice - One of the "delights" of parenting!

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Tanya's little girl has headlice! Julie, a mum of four from Bracken Ridge, offered some helpful advice on how to deal with these pesky little critters.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 11:28 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 19, 2007

Wheelchair Dancing

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Tanya caught up with national Wheelchair Dancing Champion, Caroline Doevendans. Not only is Caroline a champion dancer, she's also an incredibly inspiring lady person who isn't allowing her physical limitations to stop her from experiencing life to the full.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 10:39 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 19, 2007

At the Ekka - The longest eyelashes Tanya has ever seen!

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Tanya met a little girl called Riya who was enjoying her first visit to the Ekka with her dad, Ravi. Tanya reckons Riya is a future Miss Universe in the making - with the longest eyelashes Tanya has ever seen!

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:35 AM |   

Saturday, Aug 18, 2007

Your Say - Did taking maternity leave affect your career?

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A lot of working women are reticent to have children because they are concerned about the effect it will have on their career. Three mums and a dad weigh in with their opinions about the effect motherhood can have on career advancement.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:36 PM |   

Saturday, Aug 18, 2007

Mum's Working From Home - The Perfect Scenario?

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A lot of women think working for yourself from home while the kids are little would be the perfect scenario. Tanya had a go at it a couple of times and Kylie, from www.pottytraining.com.au, is currently co-running a blossoming home-based business and taking care of her 2 1/2 year old twin boys at the same time. Here they discuss the challenges they've faced growing a business and a family at the same time.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:00 PM |   

Saturday, Aug 18, 2007

The Flu - Should we be vaccinating our kids against it?

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There's been a nasty flu making its way through homes all over Australia. At least four young children in WA and one in Qld have died this winter from flu-related complications. Tanya asked Australia's friendliest doctor, Dr Sam Tormey, what precautions we should take to protect our kids.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 4:52 AM |   

Friday, Aug 17, 2007

Mum On The Mic - Rochelle from Arana Hills

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Rochelle, from Arana Hills, has four little boys and a hubby who've all had the flu of late. She told Tanya that you can celebrate Mothers Day every week with a little help from 96five!

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 10:39 PM |   

Friday, Aug 17, 2007

Darlene Zschech - Reaching millions and reading bedtime stories

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Darlene Zschech is one of the most successful singers and songwriters in the world today. If you've been to a church pretty much anywhere in the world, anytime in the last 20 years, there's a good chance you've heard the congregation singing one of Darlene's songs. Tanya asked Darlene how she juggles being a wife, a mum and one of the best known women in the Christian church worldwide.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:32 PM |   

Friday, Aug 17, 2007

Tanya Interviewed On Sydney Radio

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Tanya was recently interviewed by Aaron and Jarrod from Sydney's fm1032. Apart from her work at 96five, Tanya is also an accomplished singer/songwriter. To learn more about her music or to listen to some of her tunes, visit: www.tanyagordon.com

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:15 PM |   

Friday, Aug 17, 2007

At the Ekka - Blaze the Whip Cracker!

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Champion whip cracker, 13-year-old Blaze, paid Tanya a visit at the Ekka. When it comes to cracking whips, Blaze was born to do it and dreams of one day becoming national champion.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:54 AM |   

Friday, Aug 17, 2007

The Two Jans

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While broadcasting at the Ekka, Tanya met two ladies called Jan. They were great friends and had a yearly tradition of celebrating JanOne's birthday together at the Ekka.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:10 AM |   

Thursday, Aug 16, 2007

Drama Queens at the Ekka

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Tanya met two drama queens from Tullawong SHS, Clare and Kristen, who were performing in the Enchanted Forest. They said their acting skills come in very handy at home as well as on the stage.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:17 PM |   

Thursday, Aug 16, 2007

Marry Me Raine!!!

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Tanya met a lovely young man, Beau, at the Ekka today who was quite besotted with his "soon-to-be fiance", Raine. Soon to be? Why not right now? Tanya was so excited that she suggested Beau propose to Raine on air, at the Ekka, in the Enchanted Forest. Beau liked the idea and after a dash to the northern suburbs by 96five's street machine and Tanya's trusty associates, Julie and Anna, the ring arrived at the Ekka safe and sound. Tanya and Beau had hatched an elaborate scheme to make Raine think that she was going to be interviewed about true love. Little did she know that her one true love was about to pop the question...

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:40 AM |   

Wednesday, Aug 15, 2007

Wanna Be A Fairy Queen?

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After scouting out the possibility of becoming a part-time cheerleader, Tanya decided to also have a chat with a highly-respected fairy about the potential for Tanya to become a winged entertainer. She spoke to Michelle aka The Fairy Queen. For more info about Michelle and her flock of flying fairies, visit: www.fairyqueen.com.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:36 AM |   

Wednesday, Aug 15, 2007

Wanna Be A Cheerleader?

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Tanya's thinking she might like to get a bit of part-time work - maybe as a cheerleader. She talked to Kimberley, Captain and Coach of the Cobra Cheerleading Squad from Caboolture, about what her chances might be of joining their elite ranks.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:03 AM |   

Wednesday, Aug 15, 2007

You Call That A Cow?

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Have you ever seen a Galloway bull? Farmer John, from Allaru Stud at Mt Mee, brought Michael Flinnigan in to have a chat with Tanya in the Enchanted Forest. Michael was a cutie who looked like a cross between a cow, a sheep, a horse and a shaggy dog. Tanya was relieved to discover that Michael wouldn't be turning up inside a meat pie anytime soon!

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:53 AM |   

Tuesday, Aug 14, 2007

Brisbane's Best Neighbours - Danielle from Kingston

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Everybody needs good neighbours but not all of us have them. Danielle from Kingston is the kind of lady anybody would love to have living next door.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:00 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 14, 2007

What Is Hacking?

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Tanya's about as countrified as Paris Hilton was before she did "The Simple Life". She'd heard a few people mention the word, "hacking", so she sat down for a chat with a couple of horse-riding champs, Elyse and Jordan, to try and find out what hacking was all about.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:25 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 14, 2007

Camps For Kids At Risk

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A scooter pulled up at the 96five outside broadcast at the Ekka and a very interesting guy jumped off to have a chat with Tanya. Alan McKenzie runs a group called Overcomers Ministries in Browns Plains, that is in the process of setting up camps for 9 to 12 year old children who are at risk of becoming involved in drugs and crime. For more info about supporting Overcomers or volunteering with them, check out: www.overcomers.org.au .

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:01 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 14, 2007

Stu Larsen Says "G'day" At The Ekka

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Singer/songwriter, Stu Larsen, took a break from performing his stunning new album, "Lies Will Keep You Out", to stop in at the Ekka and say "G'day" to Tanya. To hear Stu's music and learn more about this talented Queenslander, go to: www.stularsen.com

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 4:19 AM |   

Monday, Aug 13, 2007

Your Say - What's the weirdest thing you've ever found in the kids' pockets when you've been doing the laundry?

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Tanya trades stories with a couple of mums about weird and wacky things they've found in their kids pockets.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 11:07 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 12, 2007

Cowgirls!

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Jenny and Alicia were showing cattle at the Ekka. They stopped in to have a chat with Tanya about cowgirl fashion and the perils of working with startled cattle.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:31 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 12, 2007

Miss Malaysia 2007 - Beautiful inside and out!

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Recently crowned Miss Malaysia, Deborah Henry, was in Brisbane to help promote the Hope Foundation - an organisation helping young women in crisis. Far from a stereotypical fashionista, Deborah has brains, beauty and a big heart.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 6:08 AM |   

Friday, Aug 10, 2007

Mum On The Mic - Jo at the Ekka

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When Tanya met Brittany's mum, Jo, at the Ekka, Jo said she'd rather be at the dentist than chaperoning a school excursion! As it turned out, the kids were very well-behaved, there were plenty of other mums and dads to help out, and everybody, including Jo, had the time of their lives.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 10:08 PM |   

Wednesday, Aug 08, 2007

Making Friends At The Ekka - Abbey and Shai

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Abbey and Shai are living every fan of the Saddle Club's dream. They live on a farm and came to the Ekka to ride their horses. Tanya had never seen so many gorgeous freckles on two little noses.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:55 PM |   

Wednesday, Aug 08, 2007

Mum On The Mic - Laine at the Ekka

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We love talking to Brissy mums about what modern motherhood is like in the suburbs of our fair city. Tanya bumped into Laine at the Ekka, who was enjoying a day out with hubby Andrew and their three beautiful little girls: Sophie, Julia and Chloe.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 7:38 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 07, 2007

Breastfeeding In Public and In The Workplace - New laws protect mums' rights

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Shannon Breen from the Australian Breastfeeding Association talks about the importance of recently introduced laws in NSW which are designed to protect the rights of breastfeeding mothers in the workplace and in the wider community. www.breastfeeding.asn.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:42 PM |   

Tuesday, Aug 07, 2007

Your Say - Have you ever been discriminated against for breastfeeding at work or in a public place?

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Mums share their positive and negative experiences of breastfeeding in public places.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:33 PM |   

Sunday, Aug 05, 2007

Co-Writing A Novel Is A Great Idea...Or Is It?

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Successful Brissy authors and good mates, Nick Earles and Bec Sparrow, talk about the pros and cons of co-writing their latest novel, "Joel and Cat Set The Story Straight". www.joelandcat.com.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 9:20 PM |   

Thursday, Aug 02, 2007

Are You A Healthy Weight?

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Even though you may fall within what is considered a healthy weight range, for some people that can mean being too thin or conversely carrying too many kilos. Peta Stapleton, president of the Eating Disorders Association of Queensland, says, in determining a healthy weight for yourself, there are a few things you need to take into consideration. For more info, go to www.eda.org.au

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:48 PM |   

Thursday, Aug 02, 2007

Mum on the Mic - Martha from Albany Creek

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We love talking to mums in the suburbs to find out what modern motherhood is like in Australia in 2007. As mum to 12 children, Martha from Albany Creek tells us that, miraculously, she doesn't have one grey hair on her head. Martha says the secret to her parenting success is prayer - lots of it - especially now that her 17-year-old son has his drivers license!

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 8:40 PM |   

Wednesday, Aug 01, 2007

Your Say - What's the craziest diet you've ever been on?

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Hear from some of Tanya's listeners about the crazy diets they've attempted.

Posted by 96five Tanya Gordon at 5:03 PM |   

Wednesday, Aug 01, 2007

Toilet Training With Reward Charts

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Tracy Fulwood from www.pottytraining.com.au explains that reward charts can play a vital role in helping to keep your child motivated during toilet training.

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