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3AW went off-air for a brief period today - listen to what you missed

3AW went off-air for a brief period today - listen to what you missed

NEWS AND VIEWS

3AW Breakfast - Director's Cut

3AW Breakfast apologises for technical issues which put the show off air on Friday for a brief period - listen to what you missed by clicking the image.

Station Highlights

'Stynes will get through this'

Leave a message of support for Melbourne legend Jim Stynes Derryn Hinch started his program on Thursday paying tribute to a man he labelled 'a gentleman of the game', Jim Stynes, who announced this afternoon he was battling cancer. Hinch spoke with former teammate Adam Yze and former 3AW football caller Harry Beitzel about Stynes' contribution to the game.

There is still good in the world

Fire damage This morning's Rumour File told the story of a Western Australian family shunning the Gold Coast for their holidays, instead choosing to travel to Kilmore in Victoria and rebuild fences destroyed on Black Saturday. Ross and John speak to the family.

See who the 3AW experts tipped

Dennis Cometti 3AW Breakfast's Ross Stevenson remains on top of the 3AW 'experts' tipping competition - but the cream is rising. See who all the experts tipped in the highly-anticipated Round 14 and join our tipping competition today - great weekly prizes up for grabs!

Jim Stynes has cancer

Stynes Brownlow Medal winner Jim Stynes will vacate the position of president of the Melbourne Football Club for the rest of the year after revealing he has cancer. The cancer has spread throughout his body.

Ron Barassi in shock

Jim Stynes AFL great Ron Barassi has expressed his sadness at the news that Jim Stynes is battling a serious illness and may be forced to stand down from his position as President of the Melbourne Football Club.

Denis Walter's 'reality check': July 2

Dr Sally Cockburn gives Denis Walter a flu shot "Happy to say I’m walking each day and feeling great for it …these winter mornings are perfect. " Denis Walter brings you the latest from his 'reality check'. Share your thoughts with Denis.

Young women called on to stop hoons

Falcon burnout Neil Mitchell has called on the TAC to encourage young women to be more proactive in dissuading young men from performing hoon acts in their cars. What do you think?

Ex-MPs rack up millions in free flights

Airport lounge Former federal MPs have claimed more than 20,000 free flights around Australia since 2001 at a cost to taxpayers exceeding $8.3 million. Neil Mitchell thinks this is an absolute rort.

Is the death penalty dead?

Death penalty Derryn Hinch raises the death penalty debate after a push by the Government to introduce new legislation to ban capital punishment nationwide. What do you think? Do you support the death penalty?

Barassi named Victorian of the Year

Ron Barassi AFL legend Ron Barassi has been named 2009 Victorian of the Year. He spoke to Neil Mitchell about this terrific achievement.

Hugo Weaving on 3AW

Hugo Weaving Hugo Weaving stars in psychological drama Last Ride which opens in cinemas this week. He reveals to arts reporter Donna Demaio his dislike of red carpets and answers the question: will there be a sequel to Priscilla Queen of the Desert.

Good fun or an embarrassment?

Australian fanatics Neil Mitchell discusses 'The Fanatics'; a group of Australian supporters who follow Australian sportspeople around the world in support and whether they are good for sport or an embarrassment to Australia. Have your say.

Unions push for wage increases

Manufacturing New workplace laws starting today means union leaders will pursue annual pay rises of four per cent, with better-performing companies to be slugged with claims of six per cent. Neil Mitchell isn't happy. Have your say.

Sly of the Underworld

Mick Gatto Sly joins Ross and John every Wednesday with tales from Melbourne’s mean streets. Click on the link to hear Sly’s adventures in the US, Victoria Police guns and Mick Gatto’s book.

Carlton bans 'Big Jack'

An archive photo of John Elliott and Stephen Kernahan Carlton has taken a hard-line stance and barred controversial ex-president John Elliott for his recent claim the Blues paid ‘hush money’ to alleged victims of sexual abuse by players from the club.

You're wrong, spin doctor John

Hinch takes Premier Brumby to task over his 3AW comments Hinch has been to hospitals all over the world, but has Premier Brumby? If you have been frustrated by Victoria's health system - this is a must read. Let us know your stories.

3AW Afternoons 'gets cozy'

Suzie Wilks 3AW Afternoons host Denis Walter allowed listeners a little fantasy time on Tuesday. He asked for callers to moninate who they would like to 'get cozy' with, in light of reports our own Natalie Imbruglia has been getting cozy with a Royal. Who else would you like to see in the photo gallery?

Brumby doesn't want to lose hospitals

John Brumby with Neil Mitchell Premier John Brumby provided the state government's stance on the Federal Government's mooted plans to take over the hospital systems in each state and territory. He also talks about whether he still has faith in the OPI

Online Talkback

AFL Teams - Round 14

Scott Pendlebury View all of the AFL teams as named by the clubs on Thursday night and watch Rohan Connolly's preview of the bumper Round 14 matches.

Where has the money gone?

Bushfire rages out of control from the Bunyip State Park towards the townships of Labortouche and Tonimbuk. "More than $300 million collected in the biggest outpourng of puiblic generosity in Australian history. So where has the money gone?" Derryn Hinch discusses the delay in the re-building of fire-affected areas.

Karl Malden dies

Karl Malden Oscar-winning actor Karl Malden, who starred opposite Marlon Brando in A Streetcar Named Desire and On The Waterfront, has died. He was 97. 3AW's Jim Sherlock highlights his amazing career.

Tasered just for fun

Adam and Bree McPhee Neil Mitchell spoke to Bree McPhee, wife of Essendon player Adam McPhee, after revalations that the couple had been Tasered to find out what the experience would be like.

Peter Ford

Michael Jackson Australia’s number one entertainment reporter Peter Ford talks to Ross and John every Thursday at 8:15. Click on the link to hear Pete’s take on Jersey Boys, Michael Jackson and the death of Molly Sugden.

Ministers continue to spend

Tim Holding Even with the Global Economic Crisis, Victrorian State Ministers have continued to spend big overseas on 'junkets'. Click here as Hinch gives our state politicians a whack.

Where's Malcolm?

Malcolm Turnbull Malcolm Turnbull has turned up in the most unlikely of places after disappearing from the public spotlight on Sunday...

Up There Cazaly!

Mike Brady It's been 30 years since the release of the iconic 'Up There Cazaly', written and performed by 3AW's own Mike Brady. Click here to listen to his fascinating story.

Aston Martin to build hatch

Aston Martin Cygnet James Bond's new car won't be able to out-run baddies, but it will allow him to park in tight city streets while doing less to damage the environment. Read more on Aston Martin's surprising decision.

Pears Rd 13 rising star

Tayte Pears Essendon defender Tayte Pears is the Rd 13 NAB Rising star nominee after his blanket-job on Carlton's Brendan Fevola. Pears spoke with 3AW about his nomination.

Daddy Cool joins Denis and Billy

Ross Wilson Ross Wilson of 'Daddy Cool' fame joined 3AW Afternoons' Denis Walter and Billy Pinnell for their latest music segment. Enjoy the entertaining trio re-live some magical music memories.

Tell us how you save water!

Tankless-Thumb Contribute to Darren and Janes Water Saving Forum thanks to Tankless for the chance to win a Tankless underground rainwater storage unit worth $15,000.

3AW's Online Community

Your turn to get behind the virtual microphone Thanks to the 3AW website, you can now promote your community event, garage sale and basically whatever you want (within reason) to the hundreds of thousands of 3AW web users.

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