Delving with Des

Join me on "Delving with Des" as we explore the life and journey of Nathan Killick - the Anglican Minister at Camden Haven Anglican Church. A very interesting discussion.

Join me on "Delving with Des" as we delve into the life of Cr. Adam Roberts from the Port Macquarie Hastings Council. We talk about his life, and his passions including being on the Council. A great and entertaining interview which you will enjoy...!!

In this Episode of "Delving with Des" we talk to Cr. Rachel Sheppard from Port Macquarie Hastings Council. we chat about her life, qualifying as a Psychologist, and the motivation to join the Council. She gives great insight into how the Council works and how we can all be involved.

In this Episode of "Delving with Des" we will be chatting with David Boyd - a fellow Ulsterman, about his life and journey from Ballymena in Northern Ireland to doing life in Port Macquarie. Great conversation, and lots of interesting backstories.

In this Episode of "Delving with Des" we chat to Julie Jamieson from Headspace Port Macquarie. We talk about youth and their challenges especially mental health issues.

We delve into the issues that young people find themselves in and how Headspace can help them succeed in life.

A really interesting and challenging conversation...!!

In this Episode of "Delving with Des" we interview Deborah Cooper - a interesting lady with a fascinating history and life. Currently she runs a Nutritionist business in Port Macquarie but had led a captivating life around the world. Her practice helps healing for the body and the mind using her strong faith and prayer.

In this Episode we interview the General Manager of Rhema Port Macquarie, Werner Egger - a great man who is passionate about faith, life, and Rhema Port Macquarie 99.9. We talk about his life, his family, and his difficult journey through school etc. A real down to earth interview.

In this Episode of "Delving with Des", we look into the life and times of Greg Campion, the Pastor at Grace Church out near Bunnings and Hospital. We talk about his life, his childhood, and his calling to be the Pastor, along with his lovely wife, of Grace Church. We talk about Grace Church - what it feels like, how it does "church", and why folks like to go there... A really interesting perspective on Grace Church.

IN this interview with Ross Nancarrow, we talk about Ross's life, his passion, and his calling. He leads a Ministry called "Every Daughter Matters" which is rescuing girls and young women from slavery and abduction on the border of Nepal and India where thousands of girls per month are taken to prostitution, body harvesting etc.

ON this Episode of Delving with Des, we interview Cr. Daniellle Maltman who is a key member of the Port Macquarie HAstings Council. With an amazing historical link to the early days in Port Macquarie she has a love and passion for the whole area and it so comes across in this great interview.

In this interview with Jenny Tighe, who is President of Port Macquarie Woman's Shed, we talk about the activities of Woman's Shed - how it can into existence, and the struggles in finding funding for their "1st" purpose built Woman's Shed in Australia.

This week on Delving with Des we delve into the life of Faye Owen, a resident of Laurieton, south of Port Macquarie. An accomplished and authored poet, and am beautiful musician, Faye talks about her earlier life, and how she ended up coming into this region. She talks about faith and her life's journey and reads a couple of her poems for us.

ON this show, we chat with Linda Elbourne from "Willing and Able" - an amazing organisation in Port Macquarie.

ON Dellving with Des this week, we talk with Theo Hazelgrove from Kew about his life and times, and about the organisation he leads in Kew called "Community at Three" which support and feeds many of the homeless in the Kendal/Kew area south of Port Macquarie. He brings an amazing insight into life, and things that matter.

In this Episode of Delving with Des, we interview the local Catholic Priest, Father Paul Gooley. We talk about his life, his calling, and his Ministry and what that looks like. We delve into some of the spiritual practices of the Catholic Church.

Alex has been around the Port Macquarie Region for a long time and has been focussing in the Real Estate world. She has also been associated with the Chamber of Commerce. We talk to Alex about her world, Real Estate, and business in Port Macquarie.

Originally from South Africa, Tinus is a great member of the Port Macquarie regional community. He is a passionate man who, while quietly spoken, is a driving force for good in the community. Having established a very successful IT Company in his homeland, he now owns and is involved in running a large property just outside Port Macquarie, and working alongside the Gideons who donate Bibles to hotels, schools, prisons etc.

In this show, we chat to David Reneke who is well known in the Macquarie Hastings region as a "Star Gazer" Astronomer. We can about our solar system, universe etc. in regards to size and what to look for.

In this show, we talk to David Gillespie, the Federal Member for the seat of Lyne, about his life, and his role as the Federal Member for the community at Lyne. We talk about his values, etc. and how he can drive change for his community.

This week we interview Ross Cargill who is the CEO of M&W@W (Men & Women at Work) - you would have seen them around Port Macquarie doing traffic management etc.

In this show we interview the amazing Samantha Patrick who is the CEO of Tikvah Education Australia. Listen to how Samantha has overcome so much in her life, and is making a difference in the lives of kids who are struggling to learn.

In this conversation we talk about the different backgrounds of Dave and Caroline, and the interesting details of how they met, and then their journey to becoming Pastors at Lifeway Church in Port Macquarie. We talk about Lifeway Church and how it is.

In this conversation we talk with Dr. Clare Allen about her background and how she arrived in Port Macquarie. We talk about her suitability for the role of CEO of the Council, and how she manages such a large budget, so many projects, and so many people.

Phil Ninness is one of the Pastors at The Point Church here in Port Macquarie. In this interview Phil talks about his early years and the journey that has led him to becoming one of the Pastors at The Point Church.

Matt is the Principal at Heritage Christian College, which has just celebrated its 40th Anniversary. In this show we talk to Matt about his life, and his journey to Port Macquarie and Heritage Christian School, and how Heritage is different from other schools in the community.

This week on "Delving with Des" we interview Leslie Williams, the State member of Parliament for Port Macquarie. We talk about her childhood, her ultimate move from interstate to Port Macquarie, her decision to stand for Parliament, and her views on the issues of today....

Linda Lenord is effectively a business and personal consultant/advisor who specializes on identifying our core skills and strengths and then using them in our environment to create better outcomes both personally and professionally. A really interesting lady with an interesting message.

Ian is such an amazing character, who not only is heavily involved in PMQ Marine Rescue, but also heads up Sports Chaplaincy for the whole region. It is amazing that almost every sporting club is looking for Chaplains. We talk to Ian about his life, coming to Port Macquarie, Marine Rescue, and Sports Chaplaincy through Sports Chaplaincy Australia.

Karen Faichney is the Community Engagement Manager for Westport Club in Port Macquarie, and also is heavily involved in "Made a difference" project which provides food and support for people in the Hastings region.

Phil and Terri Thomson are the young Pastors of a relatively new church, Divergent Church, which meets on the University campus. A "all hands on deck" church. We talk about life and mission. They are also into fostering children (and families) and we talk about that we well.....

In this show, we interview Pat Conaghan, the Federal Member of House of Representatives for Cowper which includes Port Macquarie/Hastings region. We talk about his interesting life prior to politics, and what life is like in Federal Parliament. Pat shares his views, thoughts, and concerns.

The Anglican Minister in Port Macquarie is not your average Minister. In fact, Dan rides a Harley, and has tattoos. But underneath that exterior is a man who loves God, and the church, and is serving the large Anglican Community here in Port Macquarie. In this Episode of Delving with Des, we talk to Dan about faith, his journey, and the Anglican expression of church and worship. An really interesting conversation.

Kristie is a real character in Port Macquarie. Her family have been around Port Macquarie and Wauchope for many years. After a lifetime in Banking, Kristie has taken on a very rewarding role as a volunteer at Lifeline. Kristie talks about her journey to get to Port Macquarie and life as a volunteer in the critical Lifeline service.

Hartley Taylor is the Pastor of the growing C3 Church here is Port Macquarie. Along with his wife, Natalie, they lead one of the highest attending churches in the region, and we talk to Harley about his life, and his move with family to Port Macquarie to lead the C3 Ministry here.

Kerry West is a local business woman who, after moving to the region and setting up, with her husband, their business, Fruit Salad Trees (www.fruitsaladtrees.com), has had to deal with her husband suffering a stroke leading to the onset of Dementia. Kerry talks about the impact of Dementia and the local organisation she works with, Dementia Friendly.

Terry Muldoon is the current Principal of St. Columba's Anglican College on Port Macquarie. This is an amazing school, named after St. Columba from Donegal in Ireland, leads with innovation and excellence as core principles based on a Christian /Anglican foundation. We talk to Terry about his journey in coming to Port Macquarie, as a teacher, and later as a Principal.

Pastor Mark is the Pastor of Hope Community Church in Port Macquarie. Listen in as we discuss his and wife Cher's life journey, ending up as Pastor of this amazing church and social arm (Hope Op Shops) in Port Macquarie. An interesting journey indeed.

Join me as I interview Peta Pinson, the Mayor of Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia.