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Andrew, an escape guide at Geelong Gaol spoke to the program about some of the incredible stories of escapes from Geelong Gaol up until its closure in 1991. The post The stories of escapes from Geelong Gaol appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

President of the Queensland Strawberry Growers’ Association Adrian Schulz says there are a number of incentives for Victorians to head to Queensland to pick strawberries this season. “Queensland Strawberries have a strawesome incentive package for Victorians,” Mr Schulz said. “Firstly, there’s a whopping incentive of 10 x $100,000 cash prizes up for grabs for workers, an additional $1,500 cash payment from the QLD Government AND a relocation payment from AgMove of up to $6,000.” “Plus, excellent wages to be made on the farm on top of that.” “These are just a few of the many reasons why you should come and pick or pack strawberries this winter.” The post Queensland strawberry farmers want you appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Director at How To Buy Australian Made Steve Eagle discusses the impacts of counterfeit goods to the economy and how consumers can spot them. The post Spotting counterfeit goods appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Using smart rainwater tanks and urban lakes, a new project aims to provide crucial water to platypus habitat when it’s needed most – leading up to the breeding season. Urban hydrology expert Professor Tim Fletcher from the University of Melbourne explains. The post Saving Melbourne’s platypus with smart water storage appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Money coach Max Phelps talks about how we can recreate the savings practices of previous generations. “Most of us know a grandma, or nonna, who always seems to have money tucked away somewhere,” he said. “Now we walk around with credit cards to instantly borrow money for anything we want and then if income slows, or stops, wonder how we’ll cope.” “How can we hide money from ourselves in a world of digital money?” The post Remember how grandma used to save? appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Trent Geddes discusses the latest tech news – including the plans of Telstra to make calls from payphones free. The post August 3- Talking Tech with Trent Geddes appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Animal Justice Party MP Andy Meddick looks at the issues in state politics. The post August 2- Animal Justice Party MP Andy Meddick appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Davina Montgomery looks at the issues of the day. The post August 2- Davina Montgomery appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Leanne Boase, President of the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners spoke to the program about the potential role of nurse practioners (NPs) in the vaccine rollout. The post Calls for nurse practitioners to be used in vaccine roll-out appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

With R U OK Day coming up, Mental Health Expert Graeme Cowan spoke to the program about getting ready to ask the important questions on the day. The post Ready to ask R U OK? appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Daniel Lamanna, Director at Stockdale & Leggo Drysdale joined the program to discuss the process of choosing the right agent to sell your property. The post August 2- Talking Real Estate with Daniel Lamanna, Director- Stockdale & Leggo Drysdale appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

A look at the issues in football this week. The post August 2- Monday Sport appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Deputy Leader of the Opposition Richard Marles spoke about the federal government’s vaccine rollout, COVID lockdowns, the battle for Corangamite and negative gearing. The post July 27- Deputy Leader of the Opposition Richard Marles appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Geelong MP Christine Couzens spoke about the issues in state politics. The post July 27- Geelong MP Christine Couzens appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

South Barwon MP Darren Cheeseman spoke to the program about the issues in state politics. The post July 27- South Barwon MP Darren Cheeseman appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Geelong Deputy Mayor Cr Trent Sullivan spoke to the program about the issues in local politics. The post July 27- Geelong Deputy Mayor Trent Sullivan appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

The TAC’s Acting Manager, Media & Corporate Communications Marketing & Communications – Corporate Affairs Alex White spoke to the program about the fourth annual “Split Second Film Competition”. The competition offers aspiring filmmakers the chance to produce a 45-second film and have it shown on the silver screen. The TAC has partnered with Village Cinemas to offer a $70,000 production budget to all Victorians aged 18-25 to create a film that addresses low-level speeding or drink driving, which remain significant causes of injuries and deaths on our roads. This year’s winner will work with prestigious production company Sweet Shop to bring their film concept to life and receive $5000 prizemoney. For more information on the competition, how to enter, and to view past winners, visit tac.vic.gov.au/road-safety/split-second. The post The Split Second Film Competition appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Human Rights Lawyer Professor Susan Harris Rimmer says that the 2032 Olympics in Brisbane are an opportunity to put on the “first human rights compliant Olympic Games ever held”. The post The Olympics and human rights appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

James Taylor, Associate Editor at Surf Coast Times joined the program on a big news day in state politics. The post July 27- James Taylor, Associate Editor- Surf Coast Times appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.

Trent Geddes looks at the issues in tech. The post July 27- Talking Tech with Trent Geddes appeared first on Mitchell's Front Page.