Best The Southland App Podcasts (2024)

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Empowering the Next Generation: Riversdale's Emerging Artists and Linda Hannan's Artistic Journey 7:59

10d ago7:59

7:59

Ever wondered how young artists can jumpstart their careers and gain confidence in their craft? Tune into this episode of The Outlet to uncover the secrets behind the 51st Riversdale Mixed Media Arts Exhibition. We chat with Lois Bishop, President of Riversdale Arts, and special guest artist Linda Hannan. Lois gives us a sneak peek into the Emergin…

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From Bagpipes to Harmonica Mastery: Brendon Fairbairn's Musical Voyage 12:04

1M ago12:04

12:04

How does a childhood fascination with bagpipes evolve into mastery of the harmonica? On this episode of "The Outlet," we chat with Brendon Fairbairn, who shares his journey from being enchanted by the sound of bagpipes to becoming the overall runner-up at the New Zealand Gold Guitar Awards. Brendon takes us through the intricacies of his innovative…

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Transforming Dreams into Melody: Phil and Simon's Musical Odyssey 30:42

1M ago30:42

30:42

What does it take to transform childhood dreams into a lifelong passion for music? In this episode of "The Outlet," Phil and Simon take us on their extraordinary musical journeys. Phil recounts his early fascination with guitars, inspired by his mother's love for The Beatles and Cliff Richard, and honed his skills under the influence of legends lik…

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Breathing Life Back into Coal Island's Ecosystem 13:22

2M ago13:22

13:22

Ever wondered how a casual chat over a beer can lead to an awe-inspiring conservation movement? Join us as Ali King, founder of the Coal Island Trust, shares an incredible story of resilience, innovation, and collaboration. From eradicating stoats, mice, and deer to pioneering a globally recognized mouse eradication program, Ali recounts how initia…

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Celebrating Southland's Spirit: The Bluff Oyster and Food Festival with Lindsay Beer 11:18

2M ago11:18

11:18

There's something undeniably magical about the Bluff Oyster and Food Festival—a cherished celebration that captures the heart of Southland and its people. That's why it's a pure delight to sit down with Lindsay Beer and peel back the layers of this iconic event's storied past. Lindsay reminisces about the festival's humble beginnings, and the oyste…

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Metiria's Kapa Haka journey with Te Kapa Haka o Ngā Hau e Whā 12:52

2M ago12:52

12:52

Join Matiria as we talk about the the Kapa Haka performances that have captivated the community. Fresh from securing a spot at Te Matatini. We delve into the strength drawn from strategic alliances and a sustainable trust. Our conversation is rich with the threads of generational knowledge, leadership empowerment, and the profound influence of Kapa…

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Highland Storm: A Fusion of Tradition and Innovation at the Te Anau Tartan Festival Ceilidh 15:37

4M ago15:37

15:37

Kirsty Pickett and Simon Green take us through the Te Anau Tartan Festival Ceilidh. Kirsty talks about the festival's inception and its flourishing into a biennial celebration of community and culture, where the traditional thrives amidst new rhythms. Meanwhile, Simon turns up the excitement for Highland Storm, the band that's redefining the soundt…

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Shoring Up Defenses: The Blueprint for Managing Bluecliffs' Environmental Emergency 8:25

4M ago8:25

8:25

In this podcast we grapple with the complexities of emergency management as Paul Le Roux, from Emergency Management Southland, talks through the ongoing state of emergency at Bluecliffs. Paul provides us with the realities on the ground, exploring everything from the strain on resources to the collaborative efforts in place, all aimed at supporting…

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The Whiskered Mayor of Te Anau: Adventures of Ginge the Cat 7:19

5M ago7:19

7:19

Ginge the Cat isn't just your average tabby; he's the whiskered wanderer of Te Anau! Brent Harbour sits down with Dominique and Gene, to share the latest adventures of Ginge the Cat. From Ginge's knack for turning local businesses into his personal playground, inspecting chillers and perusing aisles like he's doing quality control, we ask, is it ti…

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Fiordland's Pursuit of Sustainable Housing and Business Growth with Nathan Benfell 12:04

5M ago12:04

12:04

Discover the untold stories of Te Anaus' housing crisis and how it's impacting local businesses . Brent Harbour talks with Nathan Benfell from the Fiordland Business Association. Nathan sheds light on the pressing challenges that companies face as they struggle to hire staff amidst a severe accommodation shortage, according to alarming survey resul…

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A Trio of Talent, The Dollys Story of Harmony, Unity and Song 8:41

5M ago8:41

8:41

This episode isn't merely a conversation; it's more of a backstage pass to the Dollys remarkable achievements, including their standout performances at the Tamworth Country Music Festival and their collaboration with the gifted Jenny Mitchell. My chat with Maia, Tahla, and Millie is a celebration of wonderful voices in our community. So, whether yo…

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Rallying Community Spirit: The Julie Paterson Approach to Tennis Excellence 11:39

5M ago11:39

11:39

Navigating the intricacies of sports management and leadership can be as unpredictable. Julie Paterson, CEO of Tennis New Zealand, joins host Brent Harbour to share about her career, from the grassroots of Netball Southland to the helm of Tennis New Zealand. Julie reveals the interplay between fostering elite sports performance and strengthening co…

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Conquering Heights and Inspiring Lives: A Conversation with Lydia, the First Woman to Summit Everest Without Oxygen 25:57

7M ago25:57

25:57

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Lydia Bradey. Lydia is a Mountaineer and Mountain Guide. In 1988 Lydia became the first woman in the world to climb Mt Everest without supplementary oxygen. She is a passionate mountaineer, an International Mountain & Ski Guide, and a professional Inspirationa…

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Life in the Skies: Unveiling the Heroes of Otago and Southland's Rescue Helicopters 12:45

7M ago12:45

12:45

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host brent Harbour, talks to Suzanne Prentice, the Southland based Trustee of the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust, and, Graeme Gale, Managing Director of Helicopters Otago Ltd, that delivers the Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter service. We chat about the rescue helicopters opera…

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Champion of the Community:Raewyn Black's Inspiring Journey 12:24

7M ago12:24

12:24

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host brent Harbour, talks to Raewyn Black. Raewyn has just won an award for her community work in Southland. Raewyn, has been involved with the Riverton Christmas Parade for 29 years, and amongst all the work she does, she finds time to run a business with her husband Graeme. https://www…

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Inside the Heart of Comfort: A Decade at The Ronald McDonald Family Room with CEO Wayne Howett 12:04

8M ago12:04

12:04

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Wayne Howett. Wayne is the CEO for Ronald McDonald House Charities in NZ. They chat about the last 10 years of The Ronald McDonald Family Room at Southland Hospital, what makes it so welcoming and comfortable for families, and their plans for the future. http…

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Empowering Hearts and Building Communities: The Spirit Army Journey with Founder Gerry Forde 19:32

8M ago19:32

19:32

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Gerry Forde. Gerry and his team of volunteers are remarkable people who are making a difference in the lives of those facing hardship. Gerry is the founder of The Spirit Army Charity. They chat about the origins of Spirit Army, and how the work they do is build…

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The Thrilling Journey of the Fresh Choice Kepler Challenge: A chat with Race Director Steve Norris! 10:08

8M ago10:08

10:08

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Steve Norris, the Chair and Race Director for the Fresh Choice Kepler Challenge. This iconic mountain running event attracts top athletes as well as recreational runners. They chat through the history of the event, the great charity initiative they have for t…

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Innovating Southland: Uncovering Success at the New Business Hub with Sheree Carey 8:15

8M ago8:15

8:15

Welcome to The Outlet, The talk of Southland In this Podcast, host brent harbour, talks to Sheree Carey. Sheree is the Southland Business Chamber’s chief executive. They launched a new business and innovation hub in central Invercargill earlier this year. They talk over the reason behind the hub, some success stories and what facilities they have o…

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From Sri Lanka to Southland: A Journey of Leadership and Regional Growth with Chami Abeysinghe 29:34

9M ago29:34

29:34

The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Chami Abeysinghe. Chami recently completed 12 months as Great South's Chief Executive. Great South is the Southland Regional Economic Development Agency. Chami came to New Zealand as a student, and ended up on the executive team at S.I.T. We talk about her journey from …

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Unveiling the Heartland: Navigating Rural Wellness with Kathryn Wright 27:18

9M ago27:18

27:18

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Kathryn Wright. Kathryn specialises as a rural counsellor, and is about to start her PhD, where her topic of research will be around small rural community wellbeing. We talk about Kathryn's journey to counselling and her key findings from research she's done s…

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Hooked on History: NZ's Premier Fishing Competition with Don McFarlane 5:56

9M ago5:56

5:56

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk Of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Don Mcfarlane. Don is the organiser of the annual Stabicraft Te Anau Manapouri Classic Fishing Competition, held at Labour weekend in Te Anau. It’s one of NZ’s major fishing competitions. They talk about the history of the comp, why it's important to get a yo…

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Unlocking Milford Sound's Future: Exclusive Insights with Chris Goddard on Latest Survey Results 11:42

10M ago11:42

11:42

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour, talks to Chris Goddard the Programme Director for the Milford Opportunities Project. They have just released the results of a Kantar survey, done with international visitors and locals, to get feedback on the future plans of Milford Sound. They talk through the result…

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Five-Time Everest Climber Guy Cotter Reveals Untold Stories from the Roof of the World 22:10

10M ago22:10

22:10

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, Host Brent Harbour talks to Guy Cotter. Guy's whole life has been spent in the mountains, in New Zealand, the Himalayas and many other mountain ranges around the world. He was introduced to the outdoors at an early age and his passion for the mountains eventually saw him focus on a caree…

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Revitalizing Fiordland: Lindsay Wilson Unveils the Success and Future of the Hollyford Conservation Trust 12:55

10M ago12:55

12:55

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Lindsay Wilson, Manager of the Hollyford Conservation Trust. The trust has done some incredible work in last 10 years in one of the most productive valley’s in Fiordland. They talk about the trusts origins, some of their success stories and their plans for the…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Project 1225: A New Era for Invercargill and Southland, with Lee Butcher 13:38

11M ago13:38

13:38

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent harbour, talks to Invercargill Council Programme Director Lee Butcher, on Project 1225. Project 1225 is about building a new museum, storage facility and tuatara enclosure for Invercargill and Southland. We get the background on the project, how things are progressing, and the…

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A Global Journey in Pipe Band Drumming and Highland Dance with the Davy & Megan Clark 9:43

11M ago9:43

9:43

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk Of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Davy and Megan Clark, who both play drums in Pipe Bands, and Megan is also a Highland dancer. They have just returned from several months in Scotland where they both competed with great success. They talk about their journey to where they are today, and the di…

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Fiordland's Lake2Lake Trail: Great for the Economy & What's Next with Chairman David Boniface!" 10:22

11M ago10:22

10:22

Welcome to The Outlet, The Talk of Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to David Boniface, Chairman of the Fiordlands Trail Trust. They chat about the fantastic finding of a report into the econonic impact of the lake2lake trail, and their future plans for the region. https://fiordlandtrails.nz/ Download The Southland App Here: https…

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Team FEAR youth's Quest for Glory: From Godzone to the AR World Championship 10:02

11M ago10:02

10:02

Welcome to the outlet, In this podcast host Brent Harbour catches up with Dean, Josh and Molly from Team FEAR youth. They're a youth endurance and adventure racing team who compete in events like Godzone, but are heading to to an international competition, the AR World Championship in South Africa. We talk about the challenges and preparations they…

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Revolutionizing Care: Inside Hawthorndale Village & Rugby World Cup Insights with Paddy O'Brien 10:09

11M ago10:09

10:09

In this Podcast Host Brent Harbour talks to Paddy O'Brien, about the Hawthorndale Care Village that is currently being constructed in Invercargill. Its revolutionary and Paddy is a board member of The Hawthorndale Care Village Charitable Trust. Plus with the Rugby World Cup looming, and paddy being a referee and heavily involved with the 7's, they …

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Guardians of Fiordland: Protecting Our Marine Wonderland - A Chat with Chairman Rebecca McLeod 10:25

12M ago10:25

10:25

Welcome to The Outlet, The talk of Southland Rebecca McLeod is the Chairman of the Fiordland Marine Guardians. The Guardians were set up under the Fiordland Marine Management Act 2005. Host Brent Harbour talks to Rebecca about the Guardians, who have recently been leading a consultation process with the Ministry for Fisheries, about changes to amat…

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From Local School to Global Scientists: Harri Pickett's Journey to the London International Youth Science Forum 5:32

1y ago5:32

5:32

Welcome to The Outlet, your interview podcast for Southland. In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Harri Pickett. Harri is a year 13 pupil at Southland Girls’ High School and has been accepted into the London International Youth Science Forum from July 26 to August 9. The trip includes day visits to Cambridge and Oxford laboratories and resea…

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Reviving the Legends: Unveiling the Takahe's Extraordinary Journey 10:33

1y ago10:33

10:33

Welcome to The Outlet, your interview Podcast for Southland. Alison Ballance is a zoologist, writer and broadcaster. Alison has written 30 books, including her latest Takahe' Bird of Dreams. We talk about the discovery of the Takahe' after being declared extinct twice, the Takahe' recovery programme, and what the future looks like for one of New Ze…

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50 Years of Artistic Marvels: Inside the Vibrant World of Riversdale Arts with Christine O'Connor 13:13

1y ago13:13

13:13

Welcome to The Outlet, A podcast of local interviews for Southland. Christine O'Connor is a past President of Riversdale Arts, and very involved in Arts and the community. This year they are celebrating their 50th Mixed Media Exhibition from July 21 to30 at Riversdale Community Centre. We talk about the early years of the exhibition, what you can e…

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Southlands Plastic-Free Revolution: Unveiling New Regulations and Expert Tips for Plastic Free July! 4:35

1y ago4:35

4:35

Welcome to the Outlet, your interview Podcast for the Southland App. As Plastic Free July gets underway, the talk in Central will be around reducing single use plastic . Chelsea from Wastebusters will tells Podcast host Brent Harbour about the governments new regulations, plus some tips on how to tackle Plastic Free July. Download The Southland App…

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Farewell to Canterbury Mountain Radio: Inside Stories and the Future of Communication in the Southland 12:14

1y ago12:14

12:14

Welcome to the Outlet, your interview Podcast for the Southland App At the end of this month, The Canterbury Mountain Radio Service will be closing down after 55 years. This is a massive end of an era. Stewart Burnby from Te Anau has been involved in search and rescue and Caterbury Mountain Radio for over 30 years and will be doing one of the last …

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Mental Health in Construction: An Important Conversation with Glen Thurston from Turn The Corner 16:21

1y ago16:21

16:21

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is all about local interviews for Southland. Host Brent Harbour talks to Glen Thurston from Turn The Corner. We find out about his personal journey, and efforts to raise awareness, promote conversations, and provide support for mental health in the construction industry and beyond. This coversation talks about su…

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Conquering the Wilding Pines: Protecting Nature and Economy with Ali Ballantine Timms. 8:51

1y ago8:51

8:51

Welcome to The Outlet, Your local interview Podcast for Southland. In this podcast host Brent Harbour talks with Ali Ballantine Timms, the chair of the Mid-Dome Wilding Trees Charitable Trust. They chat about how the trust formed and some of the threats to the environment and economy that wilding pines present. Download The Southland App Here: http…

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From Fiordland to Austria: Unveiling the World's Toughest Running Challenge with Dwight Grieve 9:59

1y ago9:59

9:59

Welcome to The Outlet, your local interview podcast for Southland. In this episode host Brent Harbour speaks with Dwight Grieve. Dwight is heading off to Austria to represent New Zealand and Fiordland at the 2023 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships. We talk about his journey in running, his training and what the course is like in Austria D…

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Exploring the Fiordland Wapiti Foundation's Vital Role in Wapiti Conservation 9:49

1y ago9:49

9:49

Welcome to The Outlet, your local interview podcast for Southland. In this episode, podcast host Brent Harbour speaks with Roy Sloan, the general manager of the Fiordland Wapiti Foundation. They talk about how the foundation works, it's importance in conservation work, and their event in Te Anau in early July to celebrate a century of Wapiti huntin…

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From Kings to Kapow, Sara Menzies' Journey to the Kings Coronation and the Great Comic Art Show. 17:11

1y ago17:11

17:11

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is all about local, interviews and event information for Southland. In this episode, host Brent Harbour catches up with Leon from Greenlight Innovations about Kapow! The Great Comic Art Show - Invercargill. They chat about Leons interest in comics and what people can expect to see at the show. But the first chat …

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Sports and Celebration, Southern Steel Coach Talks Tough Season and the Southland Party returns to Parliament 15:50

1y ago15:50

15:50

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is produced by the Southland App, where you can find the latest local news, sport and event info, plus Real Estate, Local Weather where to eat, drink, stay and shop, plus lot's more. make sure you download the Southland App from the App Store and Google Play In This Podcast , the Southland Party returns to Parlia…

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Duck Hunting Season, Cohen Stewart is from Southland Fish and Game on duck numbers, safety and more! 5:02

1y ago5:02

5:02

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is produced by the Southland App, where you can find the latest Local News, Sport and Event info, plus Real Estate, Local Weather where to Eat, Drink, Stay and Shop, plus lot's more. make sure you download the Southland App from the App Store and Google Play Duck Hunting Season starts this Saturday the 6th of May…

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The Outlet - The Life and Legacy of Lyndsay, Southland Museum's Tuatara Expert! 17:36

1y ago17:36

17:36

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is produced by the Southland App, where you can find the latest local news, sport and event info, plus real estate, local weather, where to eat, drink, stay and shop, plus lot's more. make sure you download the Southland App from the App Store and Google Play After 52 years working with the Tuatara at the Southla…

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The Outlet - Historic Flying Boat lands on Lake Te Anau! 12:20

1y ago12:20

12:20

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is all about local news, sport, interviews and even information for Southland. In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Grant Harnish, who has restored a beautiful historic flying boat, the Grumman G-44 Widgeon that visted Te Anau. They talk about the planes background, including its time in Fiordland, the res…

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The Outlet, The Talk of Southland Episode Eight 21:16

1+ y ago21:16

21:16

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is all about local news, sport, interviews and event information for Southland. In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Hamish McMurdo, the General Manager of Recycle South, on their initiatives to recycle farm plastics And we catch up with Paddy Obrien, former Policeman, International rugby referee and Presi…

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The Outlet, The Talk of Southland Episode Seven 19:16

1+ y ago19:16

19:16

Welcome to The Outlet, This Podcast is all about local news, sport, interviews and even information for Southland. In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks to Hamish McMurdo, the General Manager for Recycle South, on some common misconceptions when it comes to recycling, some of the services Recycle South offers and their social good role in Southl…

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The Outlet Southland - 0.6 31st March 2023 23:40

1+ y ago23:40

23:40

Welcome to The Outlet. This podcast is about local news, sport, interviews and event info for Southland. In this Podcast host Brent Harbour talks with Jason McKenzie, the programme manager for Academy Southland. Academy Southland supports Southlanders to succeed at all kinds of levels in sport, giving them the opportunities, tools and support they …

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The Outlet Southland - 0.5 24th March 2023 7:54

1+ y ago7:54

7:54

Welcome to The Outlet, your local News, Sport, Interview and Information Podcast for Southland In this Podcast, host Brent Harbour talks to Robin McNeill from Space Ops New Zealand, who are doing some incredible work for space agencies around the world from their Southland base. The Outlet is produced and published by the Southland App and supporte…

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The Outlet Southland - 04. 17th March 2023 21:20

1+ y ago21:20

21:20

Welcome to The Outlet. In this podcast host Brent Harbour talks to a New Zealand legend! Suzanne Prentice has been entertaining us on stage and screen since she was 12 years old. We talk about some of the legends she has worked with in the industry, the country music scene in New Zealand and her upcoming Tour And Cam Davies Owns The Fat Duck Gastro…

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