A special Fresh Air featuring songs from some kids from all over the outer east that have been through a really special program that Rotary Boronia began facilitating a few years ago. 

Knox Rocks is a Rotary driven, youth focused  program that gives kids in our local community to learn about song writing.  

Mark and Katie tell use all about their experiences and we play some music from the program.

A small content note, parts of the show includes discussion of suicide and eating disorders, which some listeners may find distressing.

If this topic is difficult for you, please take care of yourself. You’re welcome to step away, change the station, or reach out to someone you trust. Support is available, and you’re not alone. 

Track List:

My Old Heart - Janusha 

January - Charlie 

Easy as Breathing by Joshua

Never Coming Home by Katie * performed by Emma Jury

Katie’s Song by Katie (Called Day by Day by Katie Rose on Spotify) 

Everything You Said by Ash * performed by Emma Jury

Spotlight by Chloe * performed by Emma Jury (winner of the The Basin Music Festival Song Writing competition (Junior section) in 2024

Highs and Lows by Jordie 

Support Resources (Australia)

If you or someone you know needs support:

Lifeline
 13 11 14 — 24 hours a day
 lifeline.org.au
For anyone experiencing distress or crisis.

Beyond Blue
 1300 22 4636
 beyondblue.org.au
Support for anxiety, depression, and mental health concerns.

Suicide Call Back Service
 1300 659 467 — 24/7
 suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Ongoing phone and online counselling for people at risk and those supporting them.

Butterfly Foundation – Eating Disorders
 1800 33 4673
 butterfly.org.au
Specialist support for eating disorders and body image issues.

Headspace (for young people 12–25)
 1800 650 890
 headspace.org.au

Emergency services:
If someone is in immediate danger, call 000.