Stars and Stories: The Black Star Radio Podcast

The Importance of Cancer Screening with Gerald Quigley

Join MJ and Gerald in this short chat on "Health Matters" as they talk about something super important: looking after yourself.
They break down why it's crucial to ask your doctor about cancer checks, especially if cancer runs in your family.
With easy-to-understand tips, they show you how speaking up for your health can make a big difference. Tune in for a friendly reminder that your well-being comes first!
Got a question for Gerald? Send it through his confidential form: Contact – Gerald Quigley

Bob Pacey Bush Poet

Bob Pacey, the celebrated bush poet, captivates
audiences with his stirring performances and sharp wit. As the reigning Queensland EKKA Virtual Bush Poetry Champion, Bob evokes laughter and tears with his poetry about outback life.
Black Star Radio’s Michael (MJ) Bailey has a chat with Bob about International World Poetry Day. It’s an interesting yarn.

FNQ Hospital Foundation News with CEO Gina Hogan

In this episode, MJ catches up with Gina Hogan, CEO of the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation. With its extensive reach across FNQLD, the Foundation is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join their Purple Power team. Listen in to learn about their latest initiatives and how you can contribute to making a positive impact in your community!
FNQHF | Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation

Gerald Quigley Talks Vitamin D

Welcome to today's podcast episode, where we shed light on the importance of Vitamin D with the insightful Gerald Quigley. Did you know that a staggering 17% of Queenslanders are deficient in this vital nutrient?
Join us as Gerald shares invaluable tips on how to boost your Vitamin D levels, not only through sun exposure but also from other crucial sources. Discover how Vitamin D impacts sleep, mood, bone density, brain health, and so much more.
Got a question for Gerald? Send it through his confidential form: Contact – Gerald Quigley

New faces at Black Star Radio Lockhart River

Introducing our new Black
Star radio announcers in Lockhart River!
Black Star welcomes your new voices of Lockhart River - Greg Pascoe, Krystal Dean, and Simon Butcher.
Tune into 107.7 FM locally for great music and the latest news and announcements direct from community.
A big THANK YOU to Mark for travelling to spend the week teaching radio training to our talented new presenters. Also, Jamie Love from Lockhart River Aboriginal Shire Council for helping make this happen!

Reef on the Radio with Dr Roger Beeden

Welcome to "Reef on the Radio," where we dive deep into the wonders and challenges facing the Great Barrier Reef.
MJ had the privledge of speaking with Dr. Roger Beeden, Chief Scientist at the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
As a dedicated Reef Guardian and proud member of the team entrusted with safeguarding this natural wonder, Dr. Beeden brings a wealth of knowledge while preserving the world's largest coral reef ecosystem!
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (@gbrmarinepark)

Wujal Wujal Health Clinic Update

Cyclone Jasper and the flooding that followed has been well covered by various
media outlets. Many saw the footage of staff and patients sitting on the roof
of the Wujal Health Clinic and an ambulance to escape the floodwaters.
 
Many people, along with State and Federal agencies are working hard to try
and restore the many services to Wujal Wujal. But because of the flooding
event, many residents have been relocated to Cooktown or Cairns.
 
Black Star Radio’s Mark Hogan speaks with the Wujal Wujal Director of
Nursing, Vince Connellan about the efforts that the Torres and Cape Hospital
and Health Service, along with other allied Health Service providers are going
to, to ensure the health needs of those who have been temporally displaced are
met.

Aunty Kathleen Walker Wujal Wujal Flood

The community of Wujal Wujal was one of those devastated by the intense rain and flooding that followed after Cyclone Jasper crossed the Far North Queensland coast on the evening of the 13th of December 2023.
The entire community had to be evacuated by ADF helicopters because of the extensive damage to the community.
Black Star Radio’s Mark Hogan yarns with Aunty Kathleen Walker, a respected Wujal Wujal elder about the night of the flooding and the evacuation of the community.

Cardiac Challenge 2023

Every year, hundreds of cyclists from around Australia and overseas are drawn to the city of Cairns in tropical Far North Queensland to saddle up for the Cardiac
Challenge.
And every year, the fundraising bike ride from Cairns to Cooktown gains momentum.
The three-day, 333km ride from the leafy, sun-dappled Kuranda Range Road, winding upwards through lush rainforest to the Atherton Tableland, across
rolling golden savannah lands and on to the shores of the sparkling Coral Sea at Cooktown has raised more than $4 million for cardiac services since being launched in 2007 by the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation which has raised more than $4 million for cardiac services in that time.
Black Star Radio’s Mark Hogan catches up with Gina Hogan, the CEO of the Far North
Queensland Hospital Foundation as this event draws to a close for 2023.

Cooktown Hog Hunt

A great weekend to go bush for the weekend, catch up with your mates and help to eradicate the feral pig population around Cooktown and
the Cape. Show up and see some of the Cape's biggest hogs being weighed. Great cash and prizes to be won! Weigh in - Sunday 1 October 2023 from 10am - 2pm at the Top Pub.
Black Star Radio’s Mark Hogan catches up with the organisers