Boomerang Radio — English/Serbian show

Blaza, Jovo, Boris with guest ChatGPT voices – Arsenija, Rada, Rados ...  

Katarina, Jovo, Sladja, Bisa, Vera, Miodrag, Peter ...   Professor Peter Brukner OAM, DSc, MBBS, FACSEP, FASMF, FACSM, FFSEM is a specialist sports and exercise physician having been the team physician for professional football clubs, national athletics, swimming, soccer and men’s hockey teams including Olympic and Commonwealth Games.  His biography includes: Professor of Sports Medicine, La Trobe University Doctor of Science honoris causa, La Trobe University founding executive member & past President, Australasian College of Sports Physicians founding partner, Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre team Doctor, Socceroos World Cup 2010 head of Sports Medicine and Sports Science, Liverpool Football Club 2010-2012 team doctor, Australian cricket 2012-2017 consultant, Melbourne Football Club 2021 co-founder and chair “SugarByHalf” 2016-2026 author “A Fat Lot of Good” 2018 author “The Diabetes Plan” 2023 founder and chair “Defeat Diabetes” 2020-2026 Outstanding contribution to Victorian sport award 2023 Senior Australian of the Year for Victoria 2025

Blaža, Jovo, Vukoslav, Đina, Dušan, Stefanie ...    Dental Health Week 2026 runs from 3 August to 9 August 2026.  Led by the Australian Dental Association, this year's official campaign theme is "My Smile," which focuses on encouraging young adults aged 18–25 to prioritise regular dental check-ups and build lifelong oral health habits. Dr Vukoslav Čelebić is the proprietor and principal dentist at Northend Dental Co situated at 180 High Street, Northcote 3070.  Dr Đina Čelebić is co-founder of Northend Dental Co providing high-quality dentistry in a modern, welcoming practice. Dušan Čelebićanin is the proprietor and dental prosthetist at D’vine Smiles, Dental & Cosmetic Clinic situated at 433 Chapel Street, South Yarra 3141.  Stefanie Čelebićanin is practice manager at D’vine Smiles whose objective is creating unique, beautiful smiles.   

Tatjana, Jovo, Pedge, Mladen, Victoria, John ...    Jovan Pavasović BArch, BSc(Arch) is a successful business owner being the Proprietor of “Bonnyrigg Garden Centre” Est. 1965, has previously served as a Councillor at Fairfield City Council (1991 to 1995), is a Trustee of the “Movement of Serbian Chetniks Ravna Gora (Land Holding) Pty Ltd”, is a Director of the “Movement of Serbian Chetniks Ravna Gora in Australia Ltd” and long-term President of Pokret Srpskih Četnika Ravne Gore Bonnyrigg. Pokret was established in Sydney during the early 1950s by post-war immigrants and veterans, to preserve the traditions and history of World War II resistance fighters, led by General Dragoljub (Draža) Mihailović.  Pokret has been integral to the many successes of the Bonnyrigg Sports Club (Serbian Centre Club Limited) including the upcoming 38th Serbian Folkloric Festival being held 7-9 August 2026.  

Tatjana, Katarina, Dali, Kristina, Snežena ...    Snežana Dimitrijević is the Founder and CEO of “Princip Organisation Ltd”.  A Public Benevolent Institution endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) – an Australian humanitarian charity focused on rebuilding family homes and restoring dignity and stability for children growing up in difficult circumstances.  Snežana has extensive experience in humanitarian funding and grant development, helping secure resources that allow community programs to grow.   

Tatjana, Bojana, Ana ...    Ana Asanović MStratComm (La Trobe), MEnglishLangLit (UB) is a communications and marketing strategist, writer and a published author. She is a passionate advocate for gender equity and migrant & refugee women visibility, careers and health. Ana Asanović runs a community for creative professionals in Melbourne and will be facilitating writing workshops “Stories Between Lands”, to help migrants tell their stories.   

Blaza, Jovo, Mick, Simo, Bojan, Bob, Anthony  ...    The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028 Europe Sub-regional Qualifier B is in Denmark from 8–14 July 2026.  This tournament is part of the qualification pathway for the T20 World Cup scheduled to be held in Australia in 2028. Mick Pečić is Head of High Performance for Serbia’s national cricket team. Simo Ivetić plays for Serbia but decided to remain in Australia to await the birth of his first child. Bojan Milojević was unable to finalise Serbian citizenship in time, so missed playing for Serbia this week. Bob Kunešević is President of the Sydenham Hillside Cricket Club and past Victorian district cricketer. Anthony Alleyne is Captain-coach of the Sydenham Hillside Cricket Club and past West Indies cricketer. All guests have had international cricket experience.  

Tatjana, Vik, Jovo, Jovana, Stevan ...    Stevan Tasić(16) plays basketball with Dandenong Ranges in the U18 Victorian Championships. He also plays for Berwick College, who recently represented Australia at the NBA Rising Stars Invitational in Singapore 22-28 June 2026. Stevan has also successfully represented Victoria, being crowned B League U18 International Champions in Tokyo 10-15 February 2026.  

Blaza, Deki, Jovo, Milos ...   

Blaza, Tatjana, Nina ...    Nina Marković, PhD, MA, MDip has worked with members of the Australian Federal Parliament, on foreign affairs, security and defence-related research topics, including historical background, legislative review, advice on diplomatic protocol and cultural diplomacy. Having only recently returned from Belgrade, Nina hopes to explain who is the Bureau of International Exhibitions (BIE) holding EXPO 2027 Belgrade and what the Core Theme –"Play for Humanity: Sport and Music for All" is about.   

Stefan, Vik, Adisu, Michael, Birkan ...    Adisu Bayew is a National Premier League Victoria Men's footballer currently playing for Hume City, also played for Green Gully, Preston Lions & A-League side Western United FC. Michael Boffey is also a National Premier League Victoria Men's footballer playing for Bentleigh Greens who previously played for Preston Lions FC. Birkan Kirdar is vice-captain of Hume City FC who has already amassed an impressive football career that has seen him represent both club and country at the highest level.   

Blaza, Tatjana, Jovo ...    Serbian Media Incorporated primary purpose is “Advancing Culture”, among other things, to promote cultural forms of artistic and cultural expressions by recording same through documentary video productions – to create, present, preserve and provide public access to such video/documentary works, to preserve and share traditional Serbian cultural practices, language & values. TV Australia is an online 24/7 Melbourne-based digital Serbian TV channel streamed via the 'MOVE' app. TV Australia has established a successful social media presence, particularly with 10,000+ facebook followers boasting over 2.6 million monthly views.   

Daniel, Stefan, Moj ...    Moj Mojwok plays for the Victorian NBL1 South team Dandenong Rangers and was awarded “MBL Rookie of the Year” in 2025 playing for the North Melbourne Stags. He was also a member of the Australian Crocs squad at the U17 FIBA Oceania Cup.   

Blaza, Jovo, Petar ...    Petar Trifković is the Principal of the firm “KSL LEGAL”, whose areas of practice include: Commercial Law, Conveyancing/Real Property, Litigation, Leasing Law, Trade Practices Law, Small Business, Charity/Not-For-Profit, Wills and Estates.   

Boomerang Ladies Night with Tatjana, Katarina, Alja ...    Eurovision Vienna 2026 is the 70th Eurovision Song Contest. Serbia will be represented by modern metal band Lavina performing the song “Kraj Mene”, whilst Australia will be represented by Delta Goodrem performing “Eclipse”.   

Blaza, Jelena, Hana ...    Following recent developments in Serbia – including the undermining of university autonomy, a broad campaign has been launched under the slogan “Students Win”. The Serbian diaspora is actively supporting the movement. The Melbourne gathering “Diaspora Decides – STUDENTS WIN”, is part of a global synchronised initiative, with programs starting at 11.52am local time worldwide – the event is peaceful and open to all.   

Tatjana, Jim, Theo ...    Jim Skivalidas is a distinguished chiropractic professional and mental health advocate, recognised for his leadership in holistic healthcare.  He has dedicated his career to advancing integrative healthcare approaches that emphasise the connection between physical and mental wellbeing. Theo Roubos is similarly experienced, who is also interested in mental health, speaking about the psychological pressures faced by healthcare workers – long hours, burnout, anxiety and stigma around seeking help; also speaking about encouraging early intervention and peer support.   

Blaza, Boris, Ivan ...    Boris Trbić is a well-known film maker and Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media - Film and Television co-ordinator at Swinburne University.  We discuss ANZAC Day 2026, provide political commentary on the world and Serbia today, and discuss film making in Australia & Serbia.   

Stefan, Vik, Mick, Simo ...    The Serbian Cricket Federation (Kriket federacija Srbije) became an affiliate member of the ICC in June 2015 and an associate member since 2017.  The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028 Europe Sub-regional Qualifier B is in Denmark from 8–15 July 2026. This tournament is part of the qualification pathway for the T20 World Cup scheduled to be held Australia in 2028. Mick Pečić is Head of High Performance for Serbia’s national cricket team. Simo Ivetić has played 14 matches for Serbia with a batting average 41.7 and a strike rate of 98.58.   

Orthodox Good Friday show   

Blaza, Jovo, Branko, Snezena, Ana, H.E. Ambassador Stefanovic ...    His Excellency, Mr Rade Stefanović is known as “Ambassador Extraordinary & Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to the Commonwealth of Australia”, and is also Ambassador to New Zealand, Republic of Fiji, Republic of Nauru, Tuvalu, Republic of Vanuatu, and Solomon Islands. This weekend the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Canberra has two Consular Days scheduled to be held in Melbourne. All persons who require consular services are requested to register and book an appointment. Snežana Dimitrijević is Founder and CEO of the Princip Organisation, an Australian humanitarian charity focused on rebuilding homes and supporting vulnerable families across the Balkans. Branko Lemaić is a Partner and Auctioneer at JAS Stephens Real Estate in Yarraville and is one of Melbourne’s inner west trusted real estate advisers and auctioneers.

Stefan, Vik, Bobby ...    Bobby Vulović is President of the Westgate Sindjelić Football Club and has a deep association with the club since its inception in 1985.  A loyal Westgate Sindjelić FC committee member for many years, elected club Secretary for the first time in 1991, and elected club President in 2015.  A passionate enthusiast of Victorian Football, financially supporting all levels of the game.   

Tatjana, Jovo, Suzana, Jim, Jovana ...   Jim Skivalidas is a distinguished chiropractic professional and mental health advocate, recognised for his leadership in holistic healthcare. He has dedicated his career to advancing integrative healthcare approaches that emphasise the connection between physical and mental wellbeing. Jovana Dumović is a health and wellness chiropractor specialising in the treatment of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders, with a focus on manual adjustment and functional neurology to promote innate intelligence for overall wellbeing.   

Tatjana, Katarina, Alja ...   In May 2026, Serbia will be represented at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria by the Serbian modern metal band Lavina. The best way to characterise Lavina is, a blend of “rock and metal elements with a poetic and dramatic sensibility”. The song “Kraj Mene” was the winner of both the jury and popular votes. It received 29,759 votes in the public vote, more than twice as many as Brat Pelin‘s “Fräulein,” the runner-up song.  

Tatjana, Lana, Dali, Snezana ...   Snežana Čalić, BBus(Mgt) UB is an economist who works in the finance sector for one of the big four Australian banks. She is a Premier Banking Relationship Manager but is better known for her incredible culinary skills and passion for food – our very own “Masterchef”.   

Blaza, Nebojsa, Djole, Ranka, Tijana ...   Prof Ranka Stanković, PhD (Computational Linguistics) UB is a professor at the University of Belgrade, Faculty of Mining and Geology. Prof Stanković’s field of research is natural language engineering, semantic web, lexical resources, geoinformation management & deep learning. Appointed to several academic and other leadership roles, Prof Stanković is an expert in natural language processing (NLP) and data science.   

Blaza, Tatjana, Jovo, Djodje, Lara, Dali, Nada ...  

Boomerang Ladies Night with Tatjana, Katarina, Desa, Petar, Lana ...  

Stefan, Daniel, Marko, Vik, Filip, Michael, Coach Marko ...   Marko Marinović's playing career achievements include: • World University Games Gold Medal – 2003 (with Serbia & Montenegro) • Serbian Cup Winner – 2005 (with BC Reflex)• Adriatic League Champion – 2006 • FIBA World Championship – 2006 (with Serbia) • FIBA EuroCup Champion – 2007 (with Girona CB) • EuroCup Champion – 2010 (with Valencia BC) Marko Marinović's coaching career highlights include: • Paris Olympics – Assistant coach 2024 winning bronze • Adelaide 36ers – Assistant coach 2024 & 2025 NBL • Serbia U20 National Team – Head coach 2024 & 2025 FIBA EuroBasket • Serbia National Team – Assistant coach 2025 FIBA EuroBasket

Blaza, Tatjana, Slobodan ...   Slobodan Bendjo is a Psychologist who has a passion for Serbian culture, dance and song. In 2019, Slobodan founded the Bendjo Academy of Serbian Dance and Culture now based at 74/21 Chambers Rd, Altona North VIC 3025. The academy is a community-oriented organisation focused on preserving Serbian heritage through dance, music and cultural events. It’s been active in performing & collaborating with other multicultural groups since its inception.   

Blaza, Jovo, Stefan, Miloš ...   Stefan Popović is a writer, actor, presenter and digital creator who self describes as – traveller to places, doer of things, former presenter at Seven Network, MC, interviewer, casanova, legend at Nova 100, who has studied a BA (Journalism) at Deakin University and at California State University. Miloš Bećagović is the Creative project manager at @telegraf.rs and Deputy editor at Telegraf Sport. He has previously worked at Ringier Axel Springer, Vijesti and Blic. Miloš is back again in Australia reporting on AO26 and self describes as – officially being a husband and a writer, as well as being a journalist and a joker. Miloš is the founder of ‘Debili Kum’ and author of "Prva Srpska knjiga o najvećem sportisti svih vremena: Novak Đoković – Legenda".

Blaza, Jovo, Tom, Goran ...   

Stefan, Vik, Jovo, Michael ...    Michael Thompson is a producer at the Sports Entertainment Network (SEN), a commentator for Football Victoria NPL and co-hosts the ‘Kick Off’ football show.  He’s also a commentator for ‘The Collective’, the audio broadcaster of the A-League and NBL.   

Stefan, Marko, Vik,, Amor, Petar ...   On Saturday, 20 December 2025 Petar Jović was crowned Victoria’s State Champion, earning himself direct entry into the Main Draw of the “Australian Open 1 Point Slam” at Melbourne Park and a chance to take home $1,000,000 in prize money and a Kia EV3. Petar has previously been a hitting partner for top players at the AO, including Taylor Fritz, Coco Gauff, Daniil Medvedev, Casper Ruud and Holger Rune. On Wednesday, 14 January 2026 pros, celebrities and amateurs from across the country will face off under the lights of Rod Laver Arena where the winner takes it all – $1 million. Main Draw of the “Australian Open 1 Point Slam” • 24 Professional players • 8 State/Territory Champions (includes Petar Jović) • 8 Qualifiers • 8 Wildcards Amor Jašika was previously ranked the No.1 Australian U12’s boys tennis player, winning the National U12’s boys singles title, and competed in Junior Davis Cup and Junior Grand Slams.  

Tatjana, Bojana, Anysia, Vesna ...   Vesna Vranković CPHR is Founder & Director of the HR Consultancy Group; an HR firm that offers tailored human resources services, helping businesses of all sizes with strategy, compliance, employee wellbeing, and performance, acting as outsourced HR or providing project-based support to align people management with business goals.  

Stefan, Marko, Jovo, Alexa, Pavle, Jovana ...   Dr Jovana Dumović – Chiropractor and a long-time DMC basketballer.  Pavle Krkeljaš – President, White Eagles Basketball Club Brisbane Inc.  Alexa Remović – member of KK Otpisani and again playing DMC.

Nebojsa, Stevan, Nikola, Milislav ...   On 22 January 2026, Miloslav Samardžić will premiering his latest film “The General”, an independent production based on true events and archival records, about General Dragoljub Draža Mihailović of the Royal Yugoslav Army guerrillas (“Chetniks”) in WWII. Miloslav’s career spans three decades; as a journalist, editor, publicist, writer, director and film producer. He is best known for his investigative work on the history of the Chetnik movement.

Tatjana, Alja, Slađa, Maja ...   Maja Majstorović Eather DipLang, BMus, GDipACM(Adv) UniMelb, has been involved in the Melbourne arts and cultural scene since moving from Brisbane five years ago. Maja is now moving to Belgrade, has commenced Italian Studies and hopes to complete a Laurea Magistrale, Specialising Master in Advanced Public and Cultural Diplomacy for International Relations at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Join our Boomerang Ladies as they explore how moving to Belgrade will likely broaden Maja’s experiences, knowledge in traditional music, dance, language, food and culture – what an opportunity!

Stefan, Jovo, Miki, Sinisa, Robert ...   Siniša Čohadžić is the Senior Head Coach of South Melbourne FC (“SMFC”). He previously served as SMFC Technical Director for five years and led SMFC U23’s to a championship. Siniša holds both a ‘UEFA A Licence’ and an ‘AFC Pro Licence’ having extensive experience in senior positions with Ballarat Red Devils, Alamein FC and the Philippines National Team. Robert Marinković is the Operations Manager at Avondale FC and earlier, Junior Boys National Premier League (JBNPL) Technical Director and Men’s Reserves coach. Avondale FC are the 2025 premiers, and Robert has played a key role in strengthening the club’s structures, processes and professional standards.

Nebojsa, Jovo, Djurdja, Slavenko, Mia, Marko ...   Marko Marinović's career achievements include: • World University Games Gold Medal – 2003 (with Serbia & Montenegro) • Serbian Cup Winner – 2005 (with BC Reflex)• Adriatic League Champion – 2006 • FIBA World Championship – 2006 (with Serbia) • FIBA EuroCup Champion – 2007 (with Girona CB) • EuroCup Champion – 2010 (with Valencia BC) • Paris Olympics – Assistant coach 2024 winning bronze • Adelaide 36ers – Assistant coach 2024 & 2025 NBL • Serbia U20 National Team – Head coach 2024 & 2025 FIBA EuroBasket • Serbia National Team – Assistant coach 2025 FIBA EuroBasket

Blaza, Jovo, Larissa, Denis ...   Denis’ compass in life is love – with all its fragility and fierce forms. From the quiet ache of unspoken affection to the wild pulse of passion, he turns emotion into rhythm and imagery.

Tatjana, Alja, Draga, Suzana, Ivona ...   Draga Jevtić GDipMgt(Psych) MPsych(Couns) GAICD is Director of Clinical Services at Victorian Counselling and Psychological Services (VCPS), Director of the Queen Elizabeth Centre (QEC), Fashlab Mentorship Program Chair, AICD graduate who serves on numerous Australian Psychological Society (APS) committees. Suzana Mihajlović GDip(Couns), Alumna Hult Ashridge Business School, Alumna Hiroshima City University, an elite level performance coach and Proctor Gallagher Institute Consultant, an international author, Founder and Director of Your2Minds. Ivona Golubović BArch(Hons) is an Associate at Plus Architecture with studios across Australia and New Zealand, Director of interior design practice Studio InArte and previously Director of interior design at Bruce Henderson Architects.

Blaza, Nebojsa, Alja, Dragan, Jana, Vlado, Zoki ...  

Tatjana, Jovo, Tanja, Desa ...   Tanja Ostojić LLB UB is the Brand Experience and Content Coordinator at CX Loop Consulting – an experienced Executive Director in media production who is skilled in the areas of negotiation, budgeting, business planning, news writing and crisis communications. Desa Ogrizović BCouns is a therapist, clinical PACFA member, women’s empowerment coach, mentor, weight-loss doula, workshop facilitator and WorkSafe Victoria registered counsellor, who also also operates DESA Holistic Wellbeing.

Blaza, Bojana, Jovo, Dusan, Jessie ...  

Katarina, Tatjana, Jovo, Marija, Bob ...   Marija Dragić is an experienced manager, lecturer and trainer who leads the not for profit and community-based organisation SCAA – Serbian Community Association of Australia. For more than 30 years, the Association has been delivering information, advocacy and inclusive support services, ranging from the settlement program for Serbian refugees and newly arrived migrants in the 1990’s to more recent social support services for the ageing community.

Blaza, Deki, Stefan, Marko, Bojana, Gavro, Dragan, Jovo ...  

Stefan, Vik, Harry, Jovo ...  

Blaza, Tatjana, Goran ...   Goran Drožđibob plays a leading role with the Australian Serbian Commerce Chamber – fostering bilateral trade, investment, and business collaboration between Australia & Serbia. With over 20 years of experience in international logistics and trade, he has established a strong track record in driving business development across Europe, Asia and the Pacific. Goran chats about the ASCC and outcomes from the First Conference of the Serbian Diaspora in Australia – "Serbian Diaspora Summit Australia” held Wednesday, 17 September 2025 at the Park Hyatt Melbourne, including: • Strengthening bilateral relations • Positioning the Serbian community in Australian political life • Participation of Serbs in Australia’s political processes • Trade and investments between Serbia and Australia • Start-ups and the digital economy • Financial engagement, sport and business

Blaza, Predrag, Aleks ...   Aleks Marić joined KK Partizan in 2010 and his performance earned him a spot on the All-EuroLeague First Team. Domestically, he contributed to Partizans successes, including winning the Serbian National Championship, the Radivoj Korać Cup, and the Adriatic League title. In 2011 joined Greek club Panathinaikos B.C. In his first season, played a role in the team’s EuroLeague championship run and contributed to Panathinaikos Greek Basket League championship that season. The following year helped the team secure the Greek Basketball Cup. Aleks represented Australia at the 2012 London Olympics and in 2019, was assistant coach with the Sydney Kings. Now in 2025, he is happily promoting the Pavlos Giankopoulus Tournament, here in Australia where for the first time ever the Sydney Kings and Adelaide 36ers take on Panathinaikos B.C. and KK Partizan across two unmissable nights.