Madhawa Mapa spoke with Derryn Hinch on Drive. Listen here.
NEWS AND VIEWS
'How can police justify this?'
FREEWAY BLOCKADE: 17-year-old Learner driver Madhawa Mapa and his mother were used as "civilian roadblocks" on Saturday. He has questioned "how the police can justify the use of innocent civilian lives". Read his account and interview with Hinch here.
THE LATEST NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS
3-strikes from the Bogey men
MELBOURNE'S UNLUCKIEST DRIVER: Cheltenham resident Ben Howden has been hit with 3 rogue golf balls within the last 4-months while driving past the Victoria Golf club. Listen to him chat with Neil Mitchell about his luckless run.
Australian faces death penalty in Bali
EDWARD MYATT: An Australian man accused of trying to import a large quantity of drugs into Bali in his stomach will claim he was forced into the high-risk mission, which could see him sentenced to death if found guilty.
Heartbreaking plea to stay with Mum
KIDS WITHOUT VOICES: "My name is XXXX and I will be 15 on June 1st this year. I am very worried and afraid because my sisters and I are in danger and my mum can't help us anymore to protect us from dad.." Full story here.
Jim Stynes leadership award
AFL MEDIA RELEASE: A new honor will be presented on Brownlow Medal night: The Jim Stynes community Leadership award in honour of the former Melbourne Football club president and champion player who passed away in March.
Black Saturday victims win $32mil
COMPENSATION: Victims of Black Saturday's Beechworth bushfire have won a 32 million dollar compensation settlement. The Beechworth fire claimed two lives, destroyed 38 homes and burnt through 33,000 hectares of forrest and farmland in 2009.
Derryn wants your help
MARIANNE: Last week Derryn Hinch spoke to a courageous & inspiring young lady named Marianne Thrush who, at the age of 22, is on the waiting list to recieve a new stomach, intestines, duodenum and pancreas. Derryn wants you to assist her.
Doctor faces Hep C class action
JAMES LATHAM PETERS: Class action has been taken by fifty women who contracted the Hepititus C virus after having an abortion at a Croydon day clinic. The women are seeking damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses and income loss.
Carbon tax cash on its way
TAX PAYMENTS FOR FAMILIES: Compensation payments for the Carbon tax will land in bank accounts from today - but the Coalition's warning households should accept them with caution.
Drink Driver in the Melba
POLICE: A drink driver is facing serious charges are leading police on a chase along the Eastern Freeway. Police were called to the Melba Tunnell around 12.40 this morning following reports of erractic driving. Details here.
Ross and John Highlights
WEDNESDAY: Today on 3AW Breakfast can you sue a school if they fail to get your child the results you wanted? And why do we have an allergy epidemic?
2012: A Space Assignment
SPACE INVADER: A 15-year-old student from East St. Kilda has launched a home-made space craft to the edge of the stratosphere... and has photos to prove it! Check out some of his great images and listen to his chat with Neil Mitchell.
'This is the evil umpire'
DERRYN HINCH: Question. How can a man, a predator, an absolute sleazebag, who is on the Sexual Offenders Register for life, be umpiring Under-18's Football for the VAFA? You've heard of the Evil Empire . This is the evil umpire.
Campaign to get 'Mates for Inmates'
GOOD CAUSE: Melbourne Citymission have launched a new program where they hope to match homeless dogs with female prisoners in a bid to home more dogs and reduce recidivism. Denis Walter spoke with the program ambassador Carly Cheung.
Potty removed from toddler's head
FRANKSTON: The CFA has helped rescue a toddler after his training potty became stuck on his head. Emergency services were called to Lawtrec Street in Frankston where they found the little boy with the lavatory trainer stuck on his head.
'How can the police can justify this?'
FREEWAY BLOCKADE: 17-year-old Learner driver Madhawa Mapa and his mother were used as "civilian roadblocks" on Saturday. He has questioned "how the police can justify the use of innocent civilian lives". Read his account and interview with Hinch here.
Olympian not keen on Mankini bet
RUMOUR FILE CONFIRMED: Who is the well known Olympian that, as a result of losing a bet, has promised to wear a mankini at the Opening ceremony of the London Olympics? Find out here!
Household assistance: More trickery?
VIDEO/EDITORIAL: The Federal government has rolled out a new $36 million dollar ad campaign which attempts to inform families and single households of repayment options after the carbon tax hits. "It's more carbon tax trickery," Neil says.
Offensive Bumper Stickers
OBSCENE SIGNS: A caller has told Neil MItchell about a patently distasteful sticker he saw on the weekend which he believes should be banned. Should obscene words and phrases on public display be outlawed? Your say.
Jim Schembri's top 10 creepiest films
LIST: When it comes to horror a film can go one of two ways: the shock route - with blood and gore and entrails all over the place - or the creepy route...Here's a selection of ten atmospheric horror films designed to make your skin crawl.
Almost 70,000 Traffic fines altered
INFRINGEMENT NOTICES: There are calls for an audit of traffic fines after an IT expert tampered with nearly 70 thousand infringement notices. The 36-year-old man, has been sentenced to three months jail - convicted of the unauthorised modification of data. Details here.
NAPLAN met with opposition
NAPLAN: Principals are being warned not to encourage a boycott of NAPLAN testing which begins today. The annual tests have been met with some opposition, with nearly 100 academics signing a letter condemning the process. Details here.
Heterosexuals better for children?
GAY MARRIAGE: A doctors' group have signed a submission to the Senate inquiry into marriage equality opposing same-sex marriage. The groups convener said there "was a risk" that legallising gay marriage could increase homosexuality.
The Visy-Hells Angels connection
HINCH: "I must admit I read the story about Visy and connections to the Hell’s Angels and I thought: No sh*t, Sherlock...Back in 2009 Richard Pratt was linked to a convicted drug trafficker and the founder of a chapter of the Hell’s Angels bikie gang."
Hinch: 'Doctor's hateful diatribe'
3AW DRIVE: Today, I managed to listen to all of a doctor’s diatribe against homosexuals in general and gay marriage in particular on Neil Mitchell. One of the people singing that letter was Victoria’s deputy chief psychiatrist, Kuravilla George...
Neglect your car, pay a fine
TRAFFIC SOLUTION?: The owners of cars and trucks that break down on freeways in peak periods could face fines under a proposal from transport and motoring groups. Ross and John spoke to Michael Lane, spokesperson for the National Motors Association.
Kroger & Hockey: Tempers flare
LIBERAL PARTY: Shadow Treasurer Joe Hockey and Liberal powerbroker Michael Kroger have had an fiery exchange in a 3AW corridor following Kroger’s scathing attack on Peter Costello.
'Commodore purrs like a Kitten'
RUMOUR CONFIRMED: A Feel-good story out of the rumour file this morning. A man who was experiencing a 'cat-like' noise coming from the rear of his new V8 Commodore took it to the mechanic only to discover a kitten trapped underneath. View photos here.
What do you do with $1 million?
NEIL MITCHELL: See photos of 'Buster' the ferret that was bought after lottery winner 'Terry' won $1.176 million in February this year.
What's on 3AW
Breakfast With Ross And John
Ross Stevenson and John Burns entertain listeners with their razor sharp wit and oddball humour every morning. And every day the best segments of their on-air - and sometimes off-air - program are published on 3AW.com.au.
Mornings with Neil Mitchell
Neil Mitchell is one of Australia’s most experienced journalists. He sets the Melbourne news agenda every day from 8:30am to 12pm. His highlights page here.
Drive with Hinch
Hinch is a former police rounds reporter, former foreign correspondent, former newspaper editor, former host of national current affairs shows, former novelist, former radio host in Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide, former MIDDAY host and former jailbird.
Afternoons with Denis Walter
3AW Afternoons provides a feast of entertainment and helpful information between 12 and 4pm every Monday to Friday. Denis Walter, one of 3AW's favourites, hosts the program each day - with highlights regularly uploaded to 3AW.com.au.
3AW Football Central
3036 games, 3563 goals, 17 premierships. In 2012, the 3AW Football team is the most experienced and successful in the league. This is your home for all 3AW Footy news, views and analysis. 3AW is Football.
3AW's Sports Today
Former AFL stars Dwayne Russell and Gerard Healy keep you informed about the game all year round, but particularly in-season. When AFL takes a break, the boys ensure all of your sporting requirements are met.
Ask Bob Hart a food question
Got a question for Bob Hart? Each week Bob will answer your food related questions and interact with you via this blog.
Pub of the Week 2012
TONY'S BACK: Tony Leonard's latest two pub reviews of 2012
Nightline with Bruce and Phil
Now in their 18th year together, Bruce and Phil are as fresh as ever hosting Australia's most listened to Evening Program . Sunday - Thursday from 8pm until Midnight.
Andrew McLaren Overnight
Andrew McLaren helps Melbourne get through the night with a refreshing edge. From midnight to 5:30am weekdays, he will keep you entertained and informed.
Neil Mitchell’s "Tradie Post"
TRADIE POST: With both rising unemployment and a skills shortage, Neil Mitchell this week kicked off the "Tradie Post" - a forum for qualified but unemployed tradespeople to promote their skills to find much-needed work.
3AW Food
Find Bob Hart's latest recipes, Tony Leonard's Pub of the Week reviews, La Luna Head Chef Adrian Richardson favourite dishes and Ela Carte's weekly reviews.
Graham Perkin Award
CONGRATULATIONS: 3AW's Neil Mitchell became the first radio journalist to win the coveted Graham Perkin Australian Journalist of the Year award, named in honour of the legendary, late editor of The Age. Watch Neil accept his award.
Shannon Lush
AROUND THE HOME: Shannon Lush is our resident natural product cleaning lady. Do you have any goo that needs removing? Any stubborn stains that won't budge? Shannon will have the answers! Listen to her latest segment.
Blood Oath! We want you
HINCH: Remember these two words: Blood oath! I want you to remember them and then do something about it. Because, by the time we are finished, you will have saved some lives. And one of them could even be your own.
Moist chocolate cake
RECIPE: La Luna Masterchef Adrian Richardson whips up a delicious treat for 3AW Mornings listeners every Tuesday. His special chocolate cake will have you licking your lips and craving more...
Chroming Video
VIDEO: The Morning program obtained footage of a man chroming Laverton to Footscray. An eyewitness told Nick McCallum the man was covered in blood; a result of his apparent self harm.
3AW on Twitter
Constantly on the go? Want to know what's happening in your world? Let 3AW keep you up to speed with the aid of social facilitator Twitter. News, views and the most interactive Twitter feed in Australian media.
