Get a little Frank #53

GALF is back again with none other than Brent Costelloe joining me today.This week we covered: Run the Bridge, a rich Tassie Footy history, AFL is back and so is cyclone Alfred, Farmgate Market one of worlds best, Collins Street bike lane, brave police, live reporting, and much more!Thanks for listening!

After a bit of a hiatus, GALF is back!Alex Johnstone joined me this week to as usual, cover off on all the big news across the globe.Turning 40 (AJ), today's latest Macquarie Point Stadium Poll on who does and doesn't want it, the closure of our Hobart Private Maternity Ward, Jack Jumpers are SOLD, and would you roll into a public sauna.All that and more, on episode 53 of Get a Little Frank!

In 2012, Melissa and Peter McGuinness’ son Jordan was involved in a vehicle incident that resulted in his death, and the death of four others. He was speeding and under the influence of alcohol and marijuana.​ Since then, Melissa and Peter have gone on to establish YOU CHOOSE, a program centered around youth road safety that advocates for changed driving behaviors.  ​ To learn more about Peter and Melissa's organisation YOU CHOOSE: www.youchooseyrs.org.au​ For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign: https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic​ If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit: www.lifeline.org.au

While riding his motorbike through a traffic light intersection 15 years ago, Callan Hume’s life changed in an instant when a driver ran a red light and crashed into him.​ In this episode Callan speaks openly about his emotions, including his feelings around the driver that crashed into him. He also speaks to the countless surgeries and lengthy physical and emotional path to recovery he’s endured. ​ While many years may have passed since his accident, at times in this episode Callan’s words are a raw, honest reminder of all that he’s endured.​ For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign: https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic ​ If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit: www.lifeline.org.au

Thirty years ago at the end of a white-water rafting trip, engineering graduate Paul Allen was still wet from being in the water, so found himself riding atop a moving trailer as they made their way back upstream. The vehicle lost control, and the trailer flipped with Paul trapped underneath. His head collided with a concrete culvert. In this episode we’ll get frank with Paul, as he speaks about his life with an acquired brain injury, and the physical and emotional challenges he’s faced through the journey to recovery. For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign: https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic  To learn more about Paul and his woodworking projects: www.pallendesigns.info To learn more about the Brian Injury Association of Tasmania, visit  www.biat.org.au If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit: www.lifeline.org.au

In this episode we’ll get frank with Katrina Ostrenski, an experienced paramedic who recently became Director of Education for Ambulance Tasmania. Providing incredible insight and speaking to the realities of being a paramedic, in this episode 'Kat’ shares first-hand experience as someone who’s regularly tasked with the role of saving lives at vehicle accidents. Her attitude is infectiously upbeat and the stories she shares are a powerful reminder to be safe wherever you can. For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign visit - https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic    If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au

After having a few 'knockoff' drinks, Nicho Baily's life took a dramatic turn when he was involved in a single-vehicle motor accident.​ Living with an acquired brain injury, in this episode you’ll hear how the impacts of his accident continue to affect Nicho’s everyday life, 20 years on.​ At certain points, you'll hear Nicho read from a pre-prepared statement. He does this to ensure that the powerful safety messages he wants to convey are communicated as effectively as possible.​ For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign visit - https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic ​ To learn more about the Brian Injury Association of Tasmania, visit www.biat.org.au ​ ​If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au

Thirty years ago, Maggie Veness lost her daughter Mandy in a single-vehicle accident. Since then, she’s channeled her grief into helping others, dedicating herself to volunteer work while raising her grandson, Tim. In this powerful episode, Maggie shares her heartfelt journey of loss, resilience, and her passionate fight for road safety. Her story is heartbreaking, but her strength and courage will leave you inspired.   For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign: https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic To learn more about the Road Trauma Support Service: https://roadtraumasupport.org.au If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit: www.lifeline.org.au

In this episode we’ll get frank with Andrew Bovill from Tasmania Police and Drummond Williamson from Tasmania Fire Service. ​ With their combined experience of close to four decades in emergency services they speak from the perspective of those that go to work each day with the intention of helping others.​ They recount lived experiences and share the simple things we can all do to be safer on the road.​ For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign visit - https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au

In this first collaborative episode with RACT we’ll get frank with Kirby Barker, a Tasmanian whose life was drastically changed almost 20 years ago when she fell asleep behind the wheel. ​ With an infectiously positive attitude, Kirby shares the realities of what it's like to survive a major car accident, and the lifelong effects this has had on her and her family.    ​ Her honesty is raw, and her outlook is inspirational. ​ For more information on RACT’s More Than A Statistic campaign visit - https://www.ract.com.au/community/more-than-a-statistic ​ To learn more about the support services mentioned in this episode visit their websites; Road Trauma Support Tasmania, Road Safety Advisory Council, MAIB, Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) Group.  ​ For more on Kirby and to checkout her book Better Days visit – kirbylbarker.com  ​ If you need support after listening to this content, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au