Stars and Stories: The Black Star Radio Podcast
Broadcasting straight from the heart of Remote Communities, Black Star Radio brings a fresh twist to local radio with stories, music, and connections that matter. Powered by Queensland Remote Aboriginal Media (QRAM), we’re here to amplify voices, celebrate culture, and bring you the latest from Far North Queensland.
Episodes

Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Dr Steven Donohue
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Tropical Public Health Services Director. Dr Steven Donohue, interviewed by Mark Hogan.
Discussions about Health and Covid-19.
Picture courtesy of Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service

Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Dean Davidson
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Dean Davidson, Acting chief Executive of Torres and Cape Hospital and Health service.
Interview with Mark Hogan about Vaccination statistics of Pormpuraaw and Covid-19.
Picture courtesy of Parliament Queensland Government

Monday Oct 18, 2021
Mayor Keri Tamwoy Aurukun
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Monday Oct 18, 2021
Mayor Keri Tamwoy, Aurukun.
Interview with Mark Hogan during the Official Grand Opening of Aurukun Airport Terminal
Picture courtesy of Queensland Country Life

Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Cooktown State School student interview
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Cooktown State School students interview Mark Hogan as part of the Cooktown Career Expo 2021,
The students ask Mark insightful questions about his career and what contributed to his decision to becoming a Black Star Radio host.Picture Courtesy of Cooktown State School

Monday Oct 11, 2021
Senator Susan McDonald
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Senator Susan McDonald interview with Mark Hogan,
Senator McDonald discusses her background in Far North Queensland, visit to the Top End and the significance of connecting with people from the local communities to better support people and create a better future and outcome for the entire community. Picture courtesy of Liberal Party of Australia

Monday Oct 11, 2021
Duncan Inglis Cooktown Career Expo 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Duncan Inglis, Deputy Principal of Cooktown State School.
Interviewed by Mark Hogan about the The Cooktown Career Expo, providing much needed information on post school training and employment options as well as information in support services available for our community.
A special thank you to Cooktown State School for the 'Certificate of Sincere Appreciation' to Black Star Radio for the support of the Cooktown Career Expo, 2021

Friday Oct 08, 2021
Shannon Ah-Sam
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Shannon Ah-Sam, the Acting Indigenous Workforce Coordinator, said this program offered students an excellent opportunity to develop their skills and the program also aligns with the NWHHS (North West Hospital and Health Service) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Strategy.
"Placements show students how to support the delivery of clinical and community care necessary to help our mob," she said.Picture Courtesy of North West Star - SEPTEMBER 8 2020

Friday Oct 08, 2021
Part 2: Luke Wenitong and Mark Hogan discuss Anti-Discrimination Act 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Part 2: Luke Wenitong and Mark Hogan discuss Anti-Discrimination Act 2021
These are the points of discussion:
What is the Anti-discrimination Act?
Who does it protect?
What does it protect?
What about Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people?

Friday Oct 08, 2021
Part 1: Luke Wenitong Anti-Discrimination Act 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Luke Wenitong and Mark Hogan discuss Anti-Discrimination Act 2021
These are the points of discussion:
What is the Anti-discrimination Act?
Who does it protect?
What does it protect?
What about Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people?

Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Sara Storer Savannah in the Round Sept 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Interview with Sara Storer at Savannah in the Round 2021 and Mark Hogan.
Picture courtesy of Kew Country Club

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