Olympia speaks with Scenic Rim alternative country artist Laura Frank following her recent performance at the Kalbar Sunflower Festival. Laura is an award-winning musician and she joins to talk about her upbringing, music and the hive of activity currently on offer in her region, including Eat Local month in June 2024.

Olympia speaks with Scenic Rim alternative country artist Laura Frank following her recent performance at the Kalbar Sunflower Festival. Laura is an award-winning musician and she joins to talk about her upbringing, music and the hive of activity currently on offer in her region, including Eat Local month in June 2024.

4BC Weekend Breakfast. Discussing and tackling the biggest local issues.

4BC Weekend Breakfast. Discussing and tackling the biggest local issues.

4BC Weekend Breakfast with Olympia Kwitowski

4BC Weekend Breakfast - Highlights

Scenic Rim alternative country artist Laura Frank joins Weekend Breakfast

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Arno King discuss Brassicas! Arno shares the health qualities associated with this member of the cabbage family, with recent studies showing that it can be effective in decreasing the risk of developing dementia. Arno also answers your questions about combating cabbage moths, getting your paw paw tree to fruit and the challenges of growing brussel sprouts in SE QLD. PLUS Arno’s plant of the week: the Brazilian Red Cloak (Megaskepasma erythrochlamys) - a lush and tropical looking plant that is good for screening.

In the second hour, Olympia shares a recent run-in with Woolworths car insurance, and the response she received from the supermarket giant.  
We also hear from former Olympian Natalie Cook OAM about her brand new project ‘The Aussie Athlete Fund’. With the Paris Olympics fast approaching, what often gets lost is the hard work and potential debt that our athletes face to physically get to the games, as these sports don’t attract the funding that our major sporting codes do. Nat explains what the fund is and its aims to ensure more athletes can pursue their gold medal dreams. 
PLUS another edition of Olympia’s Food Olympics! We dive headfirst into Japanese-inspired cuisine with Supernova co-owner Chewie Choo.

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Arno King discuss Brassicas! Arno shares the health qualities associated with this member of the cabbage family, with recent studies showing that it can be effective in decreasing the risk of developing dementia. Arno also answers your questions about combating cabbage moths, getting your paw paw tree to fruit and the challenges of growing brussel sprouts in SE QLD. PLUS Arno’s plant of the week: the Brazilian Red Cloak (Megaskepasma erythrochlamys) - a lush and tropical looking plant that is good for screening.
In the second hour, Olympia shares a recent run-in with Woolworths car insurance, and the response she received from the supermarket giant.  We also hear from former Olympian Natalie Cook OAM about her brand new project ‘The Aussie Athlete Fund’. With the Paris Olympics fast approaching, what often gets lost is the hard work and potential debt that our athletes face to physically get to the games, as these sports don’t attract the funding that our major sporting codes do. Nat explains what the fund is and its aims to ensure more athletes can pursue their gold medal dreams. PLUS another edition of Olympia’s Food Olympics! We dive headfirst into Japanese-inspired cuisine with Supernova co-owner Chewie Choo.

FULL SHOW: 4BC Weekend Breakfast with Olympia Kwitowski, Sunday 16th June 2024

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Paul Plant discuss coir fibre and its various applications. Paul tells us what plants thrive from its use and why it is much preferred over peat moss. Paul also answers your questions about expanding edible sources in the garden, growing poinsettia from cuttings and if epsom salts can help improve soil and tackling yellowing leaves. PLUS Paul introduces his plant of the week: edible Rosemary! A classic Mediterranean plant with many mythological meanings and a fragrance that can be divisive.

In the second hour; today is World Elder Abuse Day. Helen Wallace from the Caxton Community Legal Centre calls in to discuss the different types of abuse experienced by elderly people and the signs to watch out for for yourself and loved ones. 
Elsewhere, the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular 2024 is on this weekend! Greta Stanfield calls in to tell us all about the stars expected from the UK, USA and across Australia, and your chance to experience harness making, blacksmithing, horse-drawn demonstrations, competitions and more!
PLUS: We hear from Andrew South of First National By The Bay for a weekly real estate update.

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Paul Plant discuss coir fibre and its various applications. Paul tells us what plants thrive from its use and why it is much preferred over peat moss. Paul also answers your questions about expanding edible sources in the garden, growing poinsettia from cuttings and if epsom salts can help improve soil and tackling yellowing leaves. PLUS Paul introduces his plant of the week: edible Rosemary! A classic Mediterranean plant with many mythological meanings and a fragrance that can be divisive.
In the second hour; today is World Elder Abuse Day. Helen Wallace from the Caxton Community Legal Centre calls in to discuss the different types of abuse experienced by elderly people and the signs to watch out for for yourself and loved ones. Elsewhere, the Scenic Rim Clydesdale Spectacular 2024 is on this weekend! Greta Stanfield calls in to tell us all about the stars expected from the UK, USA and across Australia, and your chance to experience harness making, blacksmithing, horse-drawn demonstrations, competitions and more! PLUS: We hear from Andrew South of First National By The Bay for a weekly real estate update.

FULL SHOW: 4BC Weekend Breakfast with Olympia Kwitowski, Saturday 15th June 2024

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Arno King talk about an upcoming tour Arno is planning in the lead up to the Singapore Garden Festival. Arno talks about the flourishing gardening scene there and what we can learn from their beautiful gardens and urban design. Arno also answers your questions about getting rid of snakes that slither into your garden and the best time of year to top dress your lawn. PLUS Arno’s plant of the week: the native violet (viola banksii), beautiful looking and sweet to eat!

In the second hour, Olympia shares her devastating mug story and we hear your stories of losing treasured possessions. Olympia also chats with Vanberry Cottage Host Farm owner Helen Roebig about their wonderful farm stay in the Scenic Rim. With an indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit and a picturesque rosella farm - it’s the perfect winter getaway; and Helen tells us a bit about its history and the delicious produce it creates.

On the show today: Gardening Hour sees Olympia and Arno King talk about an upcoming tour Arno is planning in the lead up to the Singapore Garden Festival. Arno talks about the flourishing gardening scene there and what we can learn from their beautiful gardens and urban design. Arno also answers your questions about getting rid of snakes that slither into your garden and the best time of year to top dress your lawn. PLUS Arno’s plant of the week: the native violet (viola banksii), beautiful looking and sweet to eat!
In the second hour, Olympia shares her devastating mug story and we hear your stories of losing treasured possessions. Olympia also chats with Vanberry Cottage Host Farm owner Helen Roebig about their wonderful farm stay in the Scenic Rim. With an indoor fireplace, outdoor fire pit and a picturesque rosella farm - it’s the perfect winter getaway; and Helen tells us a bit about its history and the delicious produce it creates.

Scenic Rim alternative country artist Laura Frank joins Weekend Breakfast

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