In The Head Of A Country Bloke

In South Australia at the moment, bushfire alerts are at an all time high, and people like Jason Druwitt are vital in their prevention and management. Jason, a dedicated leader and family man, works as Regional Commander for SA Country Fire Service in charge of region 5, which covers around 23,000 square km, 82 Brigades and 8 groups, with approximately 2,100 amazing volunteers.  Jason’s strength, resilience, and sheer determination are a testament to him. But it's not only this that makes him the leader he is today. From being faced with several life-changing personal tragedies to moving through the professional challenges his job entails, Jason's journey has been no mean feat.  Jason has learned the hard way that vulnerability is a strength… ** The views and opinions expressed by the podcast invterviewees are their own and do no necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies. Nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.

Some people are lucky enough to escape one brush with death. Then there are others like Richie Oliver (otherwise known as "Punter") who somehow manage to survive two. In this fascinating podcast, Richie recalls vividly just what it was like to be involved in two near-fatal accidents - in the space of 12 months. He talks about what he's learned from the confronting experiences, and the strength, determination and "inner knowing" he has managed to find. He's not afraid to admit he's human and says his physical and mental recovery is still a work in progress. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Leading up to his 40th birthday, Matt Rowett was enjoying life as a hard-working partner in a successful accounting practice and a devoted father of four. Then he started to get headaches, which he put down to the stress of a busy work schedule. The scans that followed revealed something that would change his life dramatically. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on many people's lives. At a time when so many people are struggling to cope mentally, one of the South East's top mental health professionals is the ideal man to talk about the effects it has caused, and what we can do about it. Philip Galley is a leading mental health clinician whose list of qualifications is matched only by his collection of stories and anecdotes from a long and full career. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.** (Philip pictured with his eldest grandchild Myah)

A business owner, family man and committed amateur athlete, Charlie Legoe fits as much as he can into every day. As a travel agent, his business has been hit harder than most by the COVID-19 virus, forcing him to think and do things differently. But as he tells Mandy, it's the same as setting out on a 100km trail run, or a trek along the Kokoda Track, sometimes you just have to grit your teeth and do it. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Glen Hamlyn, otherwise known as 'Hambo' is well known as a hard-working, outgoing, happy-go-lucky stock agent, who helped to establish the highly successful Pinkerton, Palm, Hamlyn, and Steen agency. He then built on that by buying into the busy waste collection service Envirotec. What you may not know, is that to achieve those business successes, he had to overcome various obstacles, including dyslexia. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

At a time when it seems the digital age is taking over the media landscape and newspapers are dying, Michael Waite has bucked the trend by starting a new community newspaper in Naracoorte. Michael has a fascinating background and life journey which has come full circle - from growing up in Naracoorte, to spending half his life in the US, to now returning where it all began. He gives a revealing and inspiring insight into why he has taken a chance on a start-up business in his home town, and the lessons and disciplines he hopes will underwrite its success.  Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Highly respected in the agricultural sector, Ken Solly has spent years travelling throughout Australia, working with and mentoring farmers - both men and women. Ken featured in the Stock Journal for many years as well as having run his own business. He has a passion for young people and loves to share what he has learned over the years, in the hope these people take some of that knowledge and go on to live more fulfilling lives - both personally and in business. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

After growing up in the small South Australian country towns of Naracoorte and Kybybolite, Lachie Neale has gone on to become one of the top footballers in the AFL. He made his mark with Fremantle, and now the Brisbane Lions, where in 2019 he led his new club to the finals and finished equal third in the Brownlow Medal. It has taken talent, drive, commitment and strong values for Lachie to rise to the heights he has reached, but as you'll find out in this podcast, a lot more goes on 'in the head' of an elite athlete. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Jack 'Chipper' Kelly led the Robe Football Club A grade side to a drought-breaking premiership in 2018. They did it in dramatic fashion, winning their last two finals including the grand final by less than a goal. In many ways, Jack is your typical footy coach who loves the sport and everything about it. But actually, as you'll hear in this episode, Jack's approach to the game and his time as coach of Robe was anything but typical. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Brett Gould has a passion for exercise and fitness. As the owner of Naracoorte Health and Fitness Centre, with his wife Amy, his business has been hit as hard as any by the coronavirus shutdowns, but their positive attitude has shone through and they've found a way to keep taking fitness and well-being to their many clients. In this podcast, Brett talks about how the lockdown has affected him personally, what he's doing differently, and what he's realised about himself during this challenging time. Those who know Brett in his roles as a fitness instructor and long-time top local footballer might be surprised at some of his insights. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

Charles Brice was our first podcast guest in an episode recorded last year, a few months before he and a group of supporters tackled a huge ride to raise money for spinal cord research. In October 2019, Charles, who became a quadriplegic in a motorbike accident in 2010, pushed a handcycle while his fellow participants rode bikes on a 300km route which traced the path from his accident in the Riverland, to Adelaide. In part 2 of his story here, Charles tells Mandy about how he coped with the physical demands of the ride, and how it's led to him taking on other physical challenges in the months since. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

An active, fun-loving young man, Charles Brice's life changed forever in June 2010 when he became a quadriplegic in a motorbike accident. Here he talks to Mandy about what happened, how the accident changed his life, and what he's done since to keep moving forward. This interview was recorded in mid-2019, in the lead-up to Charles being the driving force behind a group bike ride which aimed to raise $100,000 for spinal cord research. In October 2019, Charles, pushing a handcycle, was joined by more than 20 other riders on a ride from the scene of his accident in the Riverland, to Adelaide - a distance of 300km. Their efforts raised an amazing $140,000. Thank you to the Upper South East Local Health Cluster (USELHC) for their support and SA Primary Health Networks (PHN) for funding this podcast series. **The views and opinions expressed by the podcast interviewees are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the interviewer or the podcast support bodies, nor are they intended to replace medical or other expert advice.**

The Naked Farmer is an ambitious social media movement aiming to break down the stigma and barriers surrounding mental health. What started as a cheeky Instagram post by a young western Victorian farmer three years ago has exploded into a worldwide phenomenon. Mandy catches up with the founder Ben Brooksby to chat about his motivation and inspiration for creating the movement, and where he plans to take it in the future.