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* Coming up very soon is the Oak Park Race Day as well as the Claremont Cup and the Stamford Races all happening this weekend. There have also been some major upgrades to the Charters Towers Racetrack which will see racing return to town in the next few months. I spoke to Sally Kirkwood from Towers Jockey Club all about this and more.
* I made a tribute to the actor who played Mr Miyagi, Pat Morita who was born on this day.
* I’m here talking to renowned Townsville artist, Peter Lawson who’s had a prolific career as a painter over many decades, creating artworks that showcase our local history and landscapes, some of which are on display here in Charters Towers. He will be here on Friday the 24th to promote his new exhibition A Toast to the Towers. He will also be here Saturday 16th July at the Playhouse, Mosman St. 10 am for a live painting session together. * Come with your HAT, palette, table, paint and implements and paint from the old church. *
* There are many events coming to the Charters Towers region including the International Legends of League in October and the Rush Festival. I spoke to Charters Towers Mayor, Frank Beveridge about these exciting events and more on the brekky show.
* Towers Players have a fun theatre show on this Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Known as Madagascar Jnr which should be great for the whole family. I recently spoke to Towers Players member, Allan Georgee about it.
* I recently caught up with young local musician and songwriter, Kenneth Peagham to talk about the brand new album titled "The Attempt" with a wide range of music that's bound to appeal to a wide range of listeners.
* I've recently discovered some great ways to make mosquito repellant without having to use chemicals. According to Reader's Digest, there are simple herbs that you can use to keep the pesky insects at bay.
* The best dinosaur movie franchise in history was first released on this day in 1993: Jurassic Park. I made a tribute to it on the brekky show this morning.
* It was an important day for Simon and Garfunkel as one of their songs was the first to win the Grammy for Record Of The Year.
* For the show this morning I found some interesting facts about snow and a chimpanzee co-host of a TV show.
* The Charters Towers Regional Council has been very busy with works commencing on the Mosman St walking track extension, an Interim CEO has been appointed in the council, Queensland day celebrations and the recent National Volunteer week.
* If you're looking for something to do after you have voted on Saturday the 21st of May and you want to help a good cause. Why not head on down to the Charters Towers PCYC and be part of Australia's Biggest Morning Tea from 9.30? It's only $5 entry. I spoke to Jane Keilar from the Charters Towers Cancer Council about this event.
* With the recent heavy rains and the Charters Country Music Festival occurring these past few weeks, I caught up with Charters Towers Police's Sgt Anthony Hosie to discuss how you can secure you home when you're out and about and to also drive carefully with all the wet weather.
* Charters Towers is celebrating it's 150th anniversary this year and I spoke to the Charters Towers Mayor about all the exciting events that are happening in the region.
* Sgt Anthony Hosie from Charters Towers Police cam by to let us know about police operations that took place over the recent Easter and school holidays period.
* Today is Jeremy Clarkson's birthday so I paid tribute to one of the most prolific TV presenters of all time on the show this morning. Happy birthday to Jeremy Clarkson
* Coming to the QCWA hall in Mosman St on April the 9th after a long absence due to COVID, the Girl Guides of Charters Towers is putting on a cent sale. I spoke to Stephanie Couper, member of the Girl Guides group all about this event and what people can expect.
* It's Angus Young's birthday. One of the best guitarists in history.
* On Friday, March 25 is the birthday of one of the most prolific singer/songwriters in the whole world. Selling over 250 million albums world wide in a career that has spanned over 50 years, Elton John. I did a tribute to him on the show this morning. Enjoy.
* Legendary showman and musical theatre impresario known for "C https://www.famousbirthdays.com/broadway/cats.htmlats," "The Phantom Of The Opera" and "Jesus Christ Superstar" Andrew Lloyd Webber celebrates a birthday today. I did a tribute to him on the brekky show this morning.
* March the 1st is an historic day for music as it was the release date of one of the most iconic albums ever. Pink Floyd's "Dark Side Of The Moon". It spent 962 weeks on the U.S. Billboard's top LPs and Tape charts and went on to sell 45 million copies. It also was selected for preservation in the United States National Recording Registry by the Library Of Congress for being deemed "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".
* In this session, the first one in a long time, the focus will be on relaxation and peace. Hope you find this helpful.
* Sporting clubs are now firing up for the 2022 season, and one club calling for registrations is the legendary Goldfield United Hawks. I spoke to member, Matt Bennetto about the Under 10s in the Mini-Roos competition up to the senior squad playing in the Townsville Competition. We also discussed the junior development program. There is also a "come and try day" on the 26th of March.
* If you enjoy four-wheel-driving and you're looking to join up with like-minded individuals and want to update your off-road skills. The Charters Towers 4X4 club is a great organisation to get into. I spoke to Bevan from the club about what they do.
* One Charters Towers teenager is set to take the local music scene by storm. His name is Kenneth Peagham and will release a new single, "Don't Want You Alone Tonight" in the near future.
* The Charters Towers Hospital is planning on a new special garden for the palliative care ward which will greatly help the welfare of patients. I spoke to Katrina Ford from the hospital about this garden and a special fundraising event on the 17th of February.
* Today (8th of February) is the birthday of the most prolific movie composers ever. Writing the theme to many memorable movies, John Williams. I did a tribute piece on the show this morning.
* Not only is it Australia Day, but also the birthday of one of the greatest guitarists ever, Van Halen. I did this tribute on my show this morning. Enjoy.
