The Week on KZ

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Bretto's weekly wrap up of all things 4KZ. Catch up on his discussions, interviews and thoughts on the  subjects that matter to communities across the Cassowary Coast. 

  1. 17h ago

    The Week on KZ Episode 047

    In a varied week on 4KZ Bretto catches up with Peter from C4 Conservation to talk about World Cassowary day and chats to Immigration professional Melanie Macfarlane's opinion on whether Pauline Hansen's immigration policy would destroy the International Education industry. Joshua Thomas tells Bretto about his one-man show, "Let There Be Thistles" and Tully Women In Agriculture discuss a special event for Mental Health Week. Ahead of Savannah in the Round Bretto catches up with Dragon lead singer, Mark Williams and Australia much-loved singer/songwriter, Missy Higgins. James Tamou previews the NRL Grand Final and Rock Historian Calvin Hegvold gives us 5 days of Daily Rock history.  https://cassowaryconservation.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-macfarlane-21ba1417/?isSelfProfile=false https://www.cyclonetheatrecompany.com/ https://savannahintheround.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587207613033

  2. Sep 25

    The Week on KZ Episode 045

    This week Bretto catches up with Robyn Smith from the Cardwell Seafest about what we can expect. Also for Dementia Action week he talks to Dr Debra Graves about her book "To Dementia with Love". Mark Callaghan from Gangjang tells Bretto how the band is feeling about playing at Savannah in the Round and how they are weirdly, "Big in Brazil". The Mayor answers listeners questions and James Tamou gives his tips for the week-end NRL. Bretto interviews Savannah in the Round headliner, Iva Davies from Icehouse and Lucia plays a beautiful heart felt original song in the studio for Live and Local. Brad Channon from AFL Cairns gives Bretto his thoughts on the Grand Final and of course Calvin Hegvold chats to Bretto every day for Daily Rock History. Enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/p/Cardwell-Seafest-100060847909982/ https://thebookadviser.com.au/product/to-dementia-with-love/ https://savannahintheround.com.au/ https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/Home

  3. Sep 18

    The Week on KZ Episode 044

    This week Bretto catches up again with Kerrie Linton to talk about all things Art Deco. James Tamou gives us the benefit of his experience to talk us through the NRL Finals series. Bretto drops in on the Far North Freefall Club at Tully ahead of their "Cay Boogie" where skydivers will land on the tiny Taylor Cay out on the Great Barrier Reef. And will AI wipe out humanity over the next 10 years? Bretto has a very serious conversation with AI expert Valerio Veo about how badly things may go. If it all goes South, we've always got Daily Rock History to cheer us up every day this week.  https://www.innisfailhistory.com.au/about-6 https://farnorthfreefall.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerioveo/

  4. Sep 13

    The Week on KZ Episode 043

    This week on KZ, Bretto brings you a packed episode full of local stories, community events and conversations from across the Cassowary Coast. Hear from Kerry Linton, president of the Tropical Art Deco Festival, about what’s coming up from 16th to 20th September, and aged care specialist Penny Fielding on a government scheme connecting elderly people with volunteers to help reduce loneliness. Bretto also chats with jockey Samantha Pointon about riding in country and provincial races, puts listeners’ questions to Mayor Teresa Millwood, and catches up on the Babinda Harvest Festival, the Mission Beach All Stars Collective Exhibition, the Innisfail Billfish Tournament and next week’s Science in the Pub. Plus, enjoy another dose of Daily Rock History. https://www.innisfailhistory.com.au/about-6 https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/Home https://babindaharvestfest.org/ https://www.igfc.com.au/ http://bingilbaycafe.com.au/

  5. Sep 13

    The Week on KZ Episode 042

    This week Bretto catches up with Historical Society President Kerry Linton ahead of the Tropical Art Deco Festival which starts in Innisfail on September 16th. Isabel from the Cairns Concert Orchestra drops in to tell Bretto about the special "Suite for Strings" concert at the Con Theatre this Saturday. Bretto has a spirited debate about the Qld Government's new Bail Laws with Member for Hinchinbrook Wayde Chiesa. Charles Camuglia from the Innisfail Game Fishing Club describes the upcoming Billfish Tournament while James Tamou outlines his tips for the last round of the NRL. Shane Murita gives up his predictions for the FNQ Rugby League Grand Final and Calvin Hegvold joins Bretto every day with a healthy dose of Daily Rock History. Enjoy. https://www.innisfailhistory.com.au/about-6 https://www.cairnsconcertorchestra.org.au/ https://www.igfc.com.au/

  6. Aug 28

    The Week on KZ Episode 041

    This week, Bretto investigates the Innisfail Gem Festival with Martin Cameleri and the Innisfail Billfish Tournament with Annette Swain. James Dein tells Bretto about an opening act that will serve as a warm-up show for Savannah in the Round. Associate Professor Dr Nadine Conelli joins Bretto to explain the proposed new laws introduced to the Queensland Parliament under the slogan “Breach Bail—Go to Jail.” Bretto presents a moving tribute to Dolly Parton following her passing earlier in the week. James Tamou shares his tips for the weekend’s NRL matches, while Shane Murita offers his predictions for the FNQ Rugby League preliminary finals. Hugh Bohane tells Bretto what is making news this week in the Cassowary Coast Observer, and Bretto catches up with Peter Williams, owner of the new Bingil Bay Distillery. Every day, Calvin Hegvold joins Bretto for Daily Rock History. https://www.facebook.com/events/innisfail-state-college/innisfail-gem-allied-craft-festival/1372383454592576/ https://www.igfc.com.au/ https://savannahintheround.com.au/ https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/html/bill.first/bill-2026-036 https://bingilbaydistillery.com.au/

  7. Aug 21

    The Week on KZ Episode 040

    From efforts to save the Garradunga Hall to Vietnam Veterans Commemorations honouring 60 years since the Battle of Long Tan, this week has been varied. Bretto hosts Mayor Teresa Millwood in the studio to answer questions put forward by listeners. Children's author Sarah Tinney drops in to talk about some adult fiction she has written and Bretto talks with finance commentator Sarah Wells about Pauline Hansen's idea about accessing super before retirement. All this plus Tamou's Tip's, Shane Murita's FNQ Rugby league preview and Daily Rock History. https://www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/Home https://sarahtinney.com.au/

  8. Aug 14

    The Week on KZ Episode 039

    This week Bretto takes the pulse on real estate prices in the Cassowary Coast by talking to three real estate Principals. He hangs out with resident motoring enthusiast Lara Wilde for some road tripping tips, catches up with comedienne, Vanessa Larry Mitchell ahead of her show at the Con, and finds out about the Business Bazaar that will be happening at Mission Beach's Village Green. Bronwyn and Kelly from Innisfail Youth and Family Care come in to the studio to share a sombre moment about Domestic and Family Violence and honouring victims at the Red Rose Rally. All the usual contributors are there and Daily Rock History in order from Monday to Friday. Enjoy! https://www.professionalsinnisfail.com.au/ https://www.cassowarycoastrealty.com.au/ https://www.raineandhorne.com.au/innisfail https://www.wildedrive.com/ https://www.larrylaughsloud.com/ https://innisfailyouthfamilycare.org/

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Bretto's weekly wrap up of all things 4KZ. Catch up on his discussions, interviews and thoughts on the  subjects that matter to communities across the Cassowary Coast. 

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  • Creator
    Coastal Broadcasters
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
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    Explicit
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