Radio Western Port

Acacia Conversation - Epsiode 2 with Dennice Breeschoten

Episode 2 of Acacia Conversations – Growing Well on the Peninsula explores the theme of growing community. This week’s conversation reflects on community gardens, Indigenous plants, libraries, countryside storytelling, creativity, and the quieter spaces that help people feel connected during the cooler months on the Mornington Peninsula. The episode explores how shared green spaces bring people together naturally through conversation, slowing down, kindness, learning, and community connection. Featuring reflections on local spaces including Balnarring Beach, Saltbush at Balnarring, Hastings and Mornington libraries, Indigenous plants, and the emotional value of gardens and nature in everyday life. A calm and thoughtful conversation about wellbeing, belonging, and reconnecting with community.

Episode #94 Benjamin Watkins Therapy group

In this inspiring episode, Hannah welcomes Benjamin, Director and Principal Therapist at Watkins Therapy Group, for an honest conversation about mental health, counselling, workplace wellbeing, resilience, and the importance of human connection. Benjamin shares his personal and professional journey into the mental health space, what led him to establish Watkins Therapy Group, and why creating practical and down-to-earth mental health support is helping people feel more comfortable reaching out for help. Together, they discuss: • Workplace mental health and burnout • Breaking down counselling stigma • Staying grounded during challenging times • Human connection and resilience • Recognising when someone may be struggling • The importance of support and open conversations This episode is a reminder that mental health conversations matter and that nobody should feel alone in what they’re facing. Thank you for listening to Inspired to Soar with Hannah 🌿

Hastings U3A mike - Musos Group

In this episode, we chat with Mike, leader of the Hastings U3A Musos group, along with August, the group’s musical director. The Musos group is a welcoming and social gathering for musicians who simply enjoy playing music together. Mike shares what members can expect, the fun atmosphere of the group, and the friendships built through music. The group is currently welcoming new members, especially musicians who play: 🎹 Keyboards 🥁 Drums 🎷 Saxophone A relaxed conversation about community, creativity, and the power of music to connect people. #HastingsU3A #Musos #WesternPortVibes #CommunityPodcast #MusicLovers

Episode #93 Featuring Victoria Cox | Founder of 24 Seven Pilates Club

In this raw and inspiring episode, Hannah sits down with Victoria Cox, founder of 24 Seven Pilates Club on the Mornington Peninsula. Victoria opens up about her journey through anxiety, depression, grief, postpartum struggles, motherhood, separation, financial hardship, and rebuilding her life during some of her darkest seasons. At just 8 weeks postpartum, she made the courageous decision to create a 24/7 self-access Pilates studio designed to support women physically, mentally, and emotionally. This episode is an honest conversation about resilience, faith, identity, mental health, starting over, and finding strength when life feels uncertain behind the scenes. ✨ A powerful reminder that healing is not always linear and strength does not always look perfect. Listen now and be inspired to keep showing up for yourself, one step at a time. 💛 #InspiredToSoar #Podcast #MentalHealth #Motherhood #Pilates #Resilience #WomenInBusiness #HealingJourney #Faith #MorningtonPeninsula

SAM JONES BITTERN AUTOMOTIVE # 92

In this episode, Hannah speaks with Sam Jones, owner of Bittern Automotive, passionate racer, husband, father, and lifelong local from Bittern. Sam shares his journey from starting in the automotive industry through work experience over 20 years ago to eventually owning the business and recently moving into a brand-new workshop in Hastings. This conversation explores much more than business and cars. Sam opens up about grief, losing his mum to cancer, balancing work and family life, men’s mental health, resilience, and what continues to drive him through life’s challenges. A raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about perseverance, passion, family, mental wellbeing, and continuing to show up even during difficult times. Thank you for listening to Inspired to Soar with Hannah. Your story matters here.