Page 2 Friends of FM Reelin’ in the CONGRATULATIONS CITY PARK RADIO Years The recent Tasmanian Independent Country Music Classic Album Awards saw City Park Radio honoured. Linda Callister and the Country Music Team re- Volume 31 Issue 11 City Park Radio 96.5 & 103.7 FM Launceston November 2017 ceived The Ambassador AXIOM Award sponsored by Michelle O’Byrne MHA LAUNCESTON Meetings Fool’s Gold for promoting and Show- casing the Awards and POETRY CUP The term “supergroup” is one normally associ- – supporting Country Mu- We have another winner ated with bands from overseas Cream and sic Artists in . Emerson, Lake & Palmer being good exam- Management The City Park Radio sponsored TICMA for … not to be outdone by ples. But in 1969 it was coined for a new Aus- Committee tralian band – Axiom. Tasmanian Song Writing went to Debbie Parry for Nancy Corbett last year, writing 59 songs in one year and 12 albums. The Sat 18th November 9.30am Axiom evolved from the dissolution of two Howard Kaplan fronted up – song that clinched the award was “I’ll Be Home bands both winners of Hoadley’s Battle of the Bands – and . As win- Soon”, a duet with Dean Richardson. to the mic this year and INDUCTION TRAINING ners, both bands were able to travel to England City Park Radio will also receive a special Thank guess what — won the Sat 2nd December 1pm and record there. This gave key members an You Award in appreciation for our support of the cup this year with this little ambition to develop their craft. event and country music in Tasmania. CPR SPONSORS So and Don Mudie from The …………………..more pics in the online newsletter ditty Groop, joined from the Twi- • Arthritis Solutions NEMBC 2017 AWARDS lights, Chris Stockley from Cam Pact, and THURSDAY MORNING ON THE RADIO • Barratts Music Doug Lavery from the Valentines to form Axi- The Spanish Multicultural Program with Elena Cha- It started with a thought, an idea, a feeling • om . They had immediate success with Arkan- goya is a candidate for Women’s Presenter of the Carbil Computers — I was lying in the bath, staring at the ceiling sas Grass and , fol- Year Elena is the only finalist from Tasmania to • Chic Hair lowed by their debut album in 1970, Fool’s be included in any category. City Park Radio What is the meaning of life, why am I here ? • Gold . wishes her the best of luck. I need an answer, loud and clear !! Colonial on Elizabeth One of the first true “albums” in Australian mu- The awards are announced 25 November. Is it to chase another dollar or two ? • Community Care Tas sic, Fool’s Gold contained songs that used NOVEMBER PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Will my inner voice tell me what to do ? • Australian place names and the Australian Fitzpatricks Pharmacy Mondays 4.04pm a new series replaces the History Show … There’s lots of possibilities, (pause), I know !! landscape, even didgeridoo – quite revolution- • Over the next three months, The Good Life interviews a range I’ll be a presenter on City Park Radio !! Key Assets ary! All the songs were of high quality and of interesting Australians including Tim Costello and Carl Vine. • though self -produced, the production values Music soothes my inner soul and makes me Zen Mowbray Golf Club Sunday 12 November 2pm … David Mohr brings you the - - were exceptional. colour and cycling excitement of the Stan Siekja Classics. Why not share it with Laun ces ten ? • Neil Pitt Menswear Tuesday 14November 12noon … Join Ron Camplin as he Getting up before light each Thursday morning Unfortunately, just as the album was released, • Axiom returned to England to seek success so broadcasts his Long Lunch program from Bunnings North for When all you folks are asleep or yawning Knits Needles & Wool the Men Sheds meeting..more than a blokey lunch. weren’t around to promote the album. This led With music that is bright and breezy • Olde Tudor Pharmacy to disappointing sales, despite its quality. Axi- MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE VACANCY To start your day off nice and easy. • om broke up soon after, leaving Fool’s Gold as Tandys Ale House Sheila Hoban has been appointed secretary and so there is an It’s not a chore nor a task but a pleasure a shining legacy to their superb musicianship. ordinary committee position available to the next AGM. It is a • Tas Symphony Orch good opportunity to be involved in the running of the station. To present the music that I truly treasure Reelin ’ in the Years - 60s & 70s —Saturdays 5 -7pm • Please lodge your expression of interest with the Secretary by So start your day with a smile and listen live Three Steps on George 103.7 & 96.5 FM, online and on your smart phone 17 November — for more information call President Craig Ellis To me every Thursday at 6 on 96.5 !! • Top Drop Automotive Howard Kaplan DISCOUNT SHOPPING FOR City Park Radio MEMBERS Begents SPONSORSHIP Mojo Music Brisbane St Let’s make it a giant Christmas hamper BP Top Drop Automotive TV Video and HI FI Service - ENQUIRIES Royal Oak Hotel IBE Services (Ian Brickhill) Shirley needs more good gifts to Daisy Fresh Dry Cleaners Pretty Woman STUDIOS: 43 Tamar Street Shirley 6334 7429 CD Centre Kings Meadows go into the basket —there is a list (please produce membership card first ) POSTAL: P.O. BOX 1501 Launceston Blind Cleaning & Repairs Winflo Curtains Launceston. 7250 of suggestions at the station. So International Flowers FUNDRAISER (on presentation of your membership card) and Balloon Land Tamar Valley Winery Tours PHONE: 03 6334 3344 this is the time size really matters. Bunnings Northside Carbil Computers 10% Discount for Members, families and EMAIL : [email protected] listeners of City Park Radio WEBSITE: www.cityparkradio.com.au Tickets go on sale soon Wednesday Nov 8

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