Something Big Pakenham

Craig Holowell
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We discuss everything Pakenham. “Your local news, events, and stories — straight from the heart of Pakenham and surrounds.”Hosted by David Farrelly and co-host, this is more than just a podcast — it’s your community conversation. We share the moments, people, and places that make Pakenham special. From shining a light on local heroes and celebrating community events, to having real, unfiltered chats about the issues that matter, nothing is off the table. Our guests include everyone from government voices and passionate business owners to everyday locals with extraordinary stories. Together, we’re telling the stories that connect us, inspire us, and keep Pakenham’s heart beating

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Something Big Series 2 Ep 3 Warren Pickering, One Nation Victoria Leader

    🎙️ Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Season 2, Episode 3 | Special Guest: Warren Pickering 🔥 A HUGE EPISODE THIS WEEK – Warren Pickering, One Nation Victoria Leader  This week on the Something Big Pakenham Podcast, we’re joined by a very special guest: Warren Pickering, One Nation Victoria Leader and candidate for the Pakenham area! In this fascinating and wide ranging interview, we get to know the man behind the politics. Who is Warren Pickering? What drives him? What does he stand for? And what would he do for our local community if elected? Warren opens up about his views, his priorities, and his vision for the future. We go beyond the headlines to have a genuine conversation and give Warren the opportunity to speak directly to our listeners about the issues that matter. The mainstream media often presents a particular picture of political figures, but we believe it’s important to have open conversations, ask questions, and let people form their own opinions. So, sit back, put your feet up, and enjoy this fantastic interview! 💬 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! What do you think of Warren Pickering and his vision for the Pakenham area? Do you agree with his views? What questions would you like answered? Drop your thoughts in the comments below. We welcome your opinions, questions, and feedback! 👍 If you enjoy the show, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND HIT THE NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss an episode of Something Big Pakenham Podcast. 🎧 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Real conversations, local voices, and big topics that matter to our community. 📩 Want to get involved or discuss sponsorship opportunities? Email: studio@craigholowellphotography.com.au #SomethingBigPakenham #WarrenPickering #OneNationVictoria #Pakenham #CardiniaShire #AustralianPolitics #CommunityPodcast #Season2Episode3

    Something Big Series 2 Ep 3 Warren Pickering, One Nation Victoria Leader

  2. Oct 5

    Something Big Pakenham Series 2 Episode 2

    🎙️ Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Series 2, Episode 2 🎙️ Welcome back to Something Big Pakenham Podcast! We’re back with Series 2, Episode 2, bringing you more conversations, stories, community news and everything happening in and around Pakenham and the Cardinia Shire. Hosted by David Farrelly and Stephanie Davies  former Councillor of Cardinia Shire 2020–24, the podcast brings together interesting people, local stories and the issues that matter to our community. 💧 A VERY SPECIAL GUEST – HARRY JENSEN This week we welcome Harry Jensen from the Save the Beaconsfield Reservoir Action Group. Harry brings us all the latest news on the campaign to save the magnificent and important Beaconsfield Reservoir, including why this water resource is so important to our local community and the wider region. Harry talks about what is happening with the reservoir, the latest developments in the campaign and, most importantly, what we can all do to help support the fight to save it. If you care about our local environment, our water resources and the future of the Cardinia Shire, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 📍 In This Episode: ✅ Meet Harry Jensen from the Save the Beaconsfield Reservoir Action Group ✅ The latest news on the campaign to save Beaconsfield Reservoir ✅ Why the reservoir is such an important water resource ✅ What the future could hold for Beaconsfield Reservoir ✅ What local residents can do to help ✅ What's happening around Pakenham and the Cardinia Shire ✅ Local community news, stories and events ✅ Plenty of laughs and local conversation 🎙️ Something Big Pakenham Podcast is a lighthearted, informative and family-friendly podcast that celebrates our community while tackling topics that matter. A huge thank you to everyone who supported Series 1 and helped make Something Big Pakenham Podcast part of the local community. We’re excited about what’s ahead in Series 2, with some fantastic guests, stories and conversations lined up. 🤝 Proudly Supported By: Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical 📞 PH: 1300 437 917 For all your electrical needs, call Douglas. He can help with any electrical job, large or small. 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, COMMENT 💬 and SUBSCRIBE 🔔 to stay up to date with everything happening in Pakenham, Cardinia Shire and beyond! #SomethingBigPakenham #Pakenham #CardiniaShire #BeaconsfieldReservoir #SaveBeaconsfieldReservoir #HarryJensen #PakenhamPodcast #CardiniaShireCommunity #LocalCommunity #SomethingBig #PodcastAustralia

    Something Big Pakenham Series 2 Episode 2

  3. Sep 28

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Series 2 EP:1

    Hosted by David Farrelly and Stephanie Davies – former Councillor of Cardinia Shire 2020–24. Welcome back to Something Big Pakenham Podcast! We’re excited to kick off Series 2 with another season of conversations, stories, community news and everything happening in and around Pakenham and the Cardinia Shire. Hosted by David Farrelly and Stephanie Davies, former Councillor of Cardinia Shire (2020–24), the podcast brings together interesting people, local stories and the issues that matter to our community. In this episode, we chat about what’s happening around Pakenham, the latest local news, upcoming events and some of the big things happening across our community. But that’s not all! This series will continue to shine a spotlight on the people, businesses, organisations and community groups that help make Pakenham such a great place to live. 🎙️ Something Big Pakenham Podcast is a lighthearted, informative and family-friendly podcast that celebrates our community while tackling topics that matter. 📍 In This Episode: ✅ Welcome to Series 2 ✅ Meet Stephanie Davies ✅ The latest news and events happening around Pakenham ✅ What's happening across the Cardinia Shire ✅ Local people, businesses and community stories ✅ Plenty of laughs and local conversation A huge thank you to everyone who supported Series 1 and helped make Something Big Pakenham Podcast part of the local community. We’re excited about what’s ahead in Series 2 and have some fantastic guests, stories and conversations lined up. 🤝 Proudly Supported By: Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical 📞 PH: 1300 437 917 For all your electrical needs, call Douglas. He can help with any electrical job, large or small. 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE 👍, COMMENT 💬 and SUBSCRIBE 🔔 to stay up to date with everything happening in Pakenham, Cardinia Shire and beyond!

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Series 2 EP:1

  4. 12/11/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Episode 9

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 9🎙  Hosted by David Farrelly.   In our latest episode, we sit down with Bozica (Bobo) Davis who has been helping people, along with her loyal team of volunteers, under the name of “Have a Little Hope” since losing her eldest son to suicide on 13th April 2016. Since then Bobo and her team have worked tirelessly to provide welfare by providing food, goods, and support to people who have suffered the effects of suicide, hardship from domestic violence, trauma, financial hardship, and illness.  They really need our help at the moment and if you are in a position to donate please do. The link to their website is below. https://www.havealittlehope.org/donate-to-have-hope-inc If we can give a little hope to the people suffering hardship in our community then at least we can make a difference.    But that’s not all this episode also includes:   ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham    This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. From the whole team at Big Podcast, we want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who has tuned in and supported us throughout the year. A special shout-out to our amazing sponsor, Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical — we couldn’t do this without you. What an incredible year it’s been! We’re already gearing up for a massive 2026, so keep an eye out for some exciting things to come. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year. Take care on the roads, and remember if you’re planning to have a drink, make sure you’ve got a mate to drive you home or grab a cab or Uber. Stay safe, and we’ll see you in 2026! 🎄✨    👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond!    Supporters:  Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical  PH: 1300 437 917   For all your electrical needs call Douglas, he will help with any electrical job large or small.

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Episode 9

  5. 12/05/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 8

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 8🎙  Hosted by David Farrelly.   In our latest episode, we sit down with Meagan Schouten the President and Robyn May General Committee of the Pakenham Yakkerboo Festival. We chat about the incredible festival and how long it been running, what is a Yakkerboo and what we can expect from next years festival in February.     But that’s not all this episode also includes:   ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham    This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter.    👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond!    Supporters:  Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical  PH: 1300 437 917   For all your electrical needs call Douglas, he will help with any electrical job large or small.

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 8

  6. 11/21/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 7

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 7🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly. In our latest episode, we sit down with Alwyn Williams the President of Inner Wheel club of Pakenham. Inner Wheel is a United Nations organization dedicated to helping victims of family violence. They are running a 16 days of activism and the Cardinia Cultural center will be lit up in orange during the campaign. Its a great chat and a great cause. But that’s not all this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond! Supporters: Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical  PH: 1300 437 917  For all your electrical needs call Douglas, he will help with any electrical job large or small.

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 7

  7. 10/23/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 6

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 6🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield. In our latest episode, we sit down with Wendy Andrews from the Lakeside residence group to discuss the upcoming Halloween event at the Dragon Park Lakeside.  We also go on the road to chat to Mark who has been having issues with council taking away his sons basket ball ring. An incredible story of how the council just wont work with the residents to fix a simple problem. He has a petition linked below if you would like to sign it.   But that’s not all this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond! Supporters: Douglas from Adaptive Fire and Electrical  PH: 1300 437 917  Let The Kids Play Petition https://www.change.org/p/let-the-kids-play-fc40319d-f9ee-48ff-8656-adbe2c904ad6?source_location=search

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 6

  8. 10/16/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 5

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 5🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield. In our latest episode, we sit down with Alex and Lilly from Lilin & Co Cafe in Pakenham. David gets to talk about his real passion Coffee. A great business run by great people. But that’s not all this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond!

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 5

  9. 10/04/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 4

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 4🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield. In our latest episode, we sit down with Leanne the President of the Pakenham show to get her insights on how she became President, The History and what we can expect from the 2026 show. But that’s not all—this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond!

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 4

  10. 09/28/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Episode 3

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 3 🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield In our latest episode, we sit down with Wayne Farnham MP for an interesting chat on how his path to Parliament has be anything but normal. Wayne is passionate about making a positive change in the Gippsland and surrounding areas. But that’s not all—this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond! #SomethingBigPakenham #Podcast #DrReneeHeathMP #PakenhamCommunity

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast Episode 3

  11. 09/20/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 2

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 2 🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield In our second episode, we sit down for part 2 of the interview with the inspiring Dr Renee Heath MP for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Renee opens up about her background, the challenges of being a female in Victorian Parliament, and what it really takes to become a politician in Australia. This will be a two part interview with the remaining airing next Sunday.  But that’s not all—this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham  ✅ Our on the scenes interviews at the STOP THE TAX meeting in Pakenham.  ✅ The Ballet is coming to Pakenham This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond! #SomethingBigPakenham #Podcast #DrReneeHeathMP #PakenhamCommunity

    Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 2

  12. 09/14/2025

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 1

    🎙 Something Big Pakenham Podcast – Episode 1 🎙 Hosted by David Farrelly & Stacey Woodfield In our very first episode, we sit down with Dr Renee Heath MP for an inspiring and insightful conversation. Renee opens up about her background, the challenges of being a female in Victorian Parliament, and what it really takes to become a politician in Australia. This will be a two part interview with the remaining airing next Sunday.  But that’s not all—this episode also includes:  ✅ The latest news & events happening around Pakenham  ✅ A fun "get to know the hosts" segment  ✅ A lively discussion on the controversial Machete bins in Victoria This is a lighthearted, informative, and family-friendly podcast that shines a spotlight on our community while tackling topics that matter. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated with all things Pakenham and beyond! #SomethingBigPakenham #Podcast #DrReneeHeathMP #PakenhamCommunity

    Something Big Pakenham Episode 1
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We discuss everything Pakenham. “Your local news, events, and stories — straight from the heart of Pakenham and surrounds.”Hosted by David Farrelly and co-host, this is more than just a podcast — it’s your community conversation. We share the moments, people, and places that make Pakenham special. From shining a light on local heroes and celebrating community events, to having real, unfiltered chats about the issues that matter, nothing is off the table. Our guests include everyone from government voices and passionate business owners to everyday locals with extraordinary stories. Together, we’re telling the stories that connect us, inspire us, and keep Pakenham’s heart beating

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  • Creator
    Craig Holowell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Something Big Pakenham
  • Show Website
    Something Big Pakenham