Derryn Hinch unravels the mess left by the OPI...
NEWS AND VIEWS
How to clean this OPI mess up
HINCH BLOG: In the wake of the mess left by the OPI after Noel Ashby was declared 'not guilty' of 11 charges of perjury, Hinch explains exactly why the police watchdog needs to be done away with - and fast. Read his stinging editorial.
Station Highlights
Video: What makes idiots tick?
In light of CCTV helping police nab offenders, 3AW Breakfast wants to become the home of CCTV online. The shop owner whose windows were smashed in by a naked, angry man has now provided more footage of buffoons.
You may 'switch off' during elections?
HINCH: "In recent days I have had emails from a number of people complaining that their latest quarterly bills are $200 more than for this time last year. A helluva jump. Is it smart meters? If you change providers will it get any better?"
'Final nail in the coffin'
UPDATE: Former Police Association boss Paul Mullett tells 3AW the 'not guilty' verdict in the Ashby perjury case is the death knell for the Office Of Police Integrity. Read and hear more.
Chris Judd with BT and Gerard
Carlton skipper Chris Judd discusses where the Blues will get their goals from in 2010 and talks about whether he feels personally responsible for issues arising from some of his team-mates' drunken escapades in the off-season. Listen uncut here.
Denis' city busk postponed
UPDATE: Denis Walter has been forced to postpone his 'Busk For Charity' performance at Flinders Street train station on Thursday. We will keep you informed as to the new date but please keep sending 'song requests' to dwalter@3aw.com.au.
3AW Breakfast Daily Highlights
Ross and John cross to Altona to find out the latest on a leak of a 3.5 million litre oil tank. The boys also question how our MPs have managed to spend $120,000 on pot plants while the Italians have spent $9bn on tarot readers.
Angry skinny dipper lashes out
VIDEO RUMOUR: Rumour Filer 'Angry Skinny Dipper' tells the tale of a man who, after taking a nude swim with his partner, threw a tantrum and started booting the window of a building.
'The Dude' with Donna Demaio
Hollywood actor Jeff Bridges speaks to 3AW's Donna Demaio having just appeared on the David Letterman show in the US. Bridges talks about his Oscar chances, how to keep a marriage alive and why he wants to come to Australia.
'Bullied to death' - four fined
Phil Johnson details the fines handed down in relation to the bullying case which cost Brodie Panlock her life. Listen to his report and read the hideous details of how the four fined men bullied Panlock almost beyond belief.
Overland's 'gay pride' sparks anger
Neil Mitchell questions Simon Overland for posing for photographs at a 'Gay Pride' march in Melbourne on the first anniversary of Black Saturday. Are you concerned with his behaviour on Sunday? Your comments will be read on air.
Mushroom Burger with Smoked Chilli
"Let’s look at making a vegetarian version of the least vegetarian dish of them all – a hamburger. And yes, it’s possible, and even as a devout carnivore, I love this dish." Bob Hart's amazing recipe for vegetarians and meat lovers alike.
'You can choose your friends'
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd speaks to 3AW's Neil Mitchell about his nephew, Van Thanh Rudd. While the PM makes it clear he is not a fan of his nephew's views he stresses that free speech is welcome in Australia and you 'can choose your friends but ... '. More here.
Denis wants your Doppelganger pics
An old photo of Darren James which Denis Walter thinks looks like Hollywood legend Farrah Fawcett is the latest example as Doppelganger week ends. Email dwalter@3aw.com.au with a photo of you and the name of the celebrity.
Opportunistic greed: Hay
COLIN HAY: "The song Down Under is my friend. It has always been my friend, ever since it was born." Read the full statement and listen to Ross and John speak to a copyright lawyer to determine why the time difference didn't change the shock court result.
Do you have a Telstra problem?
BLOG: "Given the nightmare Neil Mitchell's producer, Justin Smith, has faced as a result of alleged incompetence on Telstra's behalf, the program would like to open the lines for you to share similar stories of woe in relation to the telecommunications giants. So, here you go! Leave a comment and Neil will read it on air.
Online Talkback
Gerard and co. have a win
After five years of campaigning, Sports Today's Gerard Healy and weekend cyclists in Melbourne's bayside suburbs have had a win. Read more.
ATM scammers hit Melbourne
Police need help to catch three fraudsters who are accessing ATMs in Melbourne's suburbs using fake cards to steal from people's bank accounts. Read the full report and be on the lookout.
Ted Baillieu with Neil Mitchell
State Opposition Leader Ted Baillieu joined 3AW's Neil Mitchell in the studio on Tuesday to discuss the issue which will dominate this year's state election - law and order. Listen uncut to Baillieu's views, including his stance on whether racial violence is real, and have your say.
The Rumour File, February 9
Waking up to news of an oil leak in Altona prompted 'Don't strike a match' to provide the Rumour File with information about another leak in Melbourne's suburbs that's being kept secret.
Adrian's Ricotta Gnocchi
Adrian latest recipe is a must-read must-cook. Don't miss Adrian every Tuesday on the Neil Mitchell program.
P-Platers spared demerit points
Mill Park crash driver one of 1800 who escaped demerit points due to admin error. Hinch investigates with VicRoads. Read and hear more.
From Canada, with love
3AW Breakfast investigates the deceased Canadian who donated millions to Melbourne.
Hot Spot or Odd Spot?
A listener sent in this screen shot of the cricket over the weekend. Ross and John think that it will place the technology into Australian sporting folklore. Take a look!
3AW's Online Community
Thanks to the 3AW website, you can now promote your community event, garage sale and basically whatever you want (within reason).
BLOG: Wellington Road Camera
The Neil Mitchell program has been campaigning for 12 months about the apparently faulty Wellington Rd speed camera on Eastlink. The comments and stories just keep coming!
