Welcome to the GBA
The Gawler Broadcasting Association is an organisation dedicated to giving the people of Gawler a voice, whether through radio programs, local art and music, or short films.
If you’re interested in getting involved we’re always looking for more volunteers! You can become a member, and even create a show of your own. If you’re interested, head over to our contact page and let us know.
Most Recent Podcasts
Another Openin’, Another Show
A musical theatre podcast with Jane Feast and Jane Soutar, edited by Michael Feast for the Gawler Broadcasting Association. Join us as we open a new door each month on our “Advent Calendar of Shows”. At the end of each episode, the topic of our next show will be revealed. This month Jane F and…
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Looking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 12th November
Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 12th November 2025 150 years ago, Street watering is requested, 100 years ago, Australia’s first federal election with compulsory voting a week away. 50 years ago, Miss Gawler crowned at “glittering ball”. 25 years ago, new Aussie…
Listen to EpisodeLooking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 5th November
Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 5th November 2025 150 years ago, there is a mishap with the mail, 100 years ago, Australia’s first federal election with compulsory voting. 50 years ago, Miss Gawler competition attracts much interest. 25 years ago, all ready…
Listen to EpisodeLooking Back with the Bunyip: Wednesday 29th October
Looking back at Gawler’s history through the columns of the Bunyip Newspaper with Janette and Kay from Wednesday 29th October 2025 150 years ago, Report on mining operations at Humbug Scrub. 100 years ago, successful Carnival held in Gawler. 50 years ago, Milestone celebrated by local family business. 25 years ago, a cheeky time is…
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Reading and Writing: Episode One
Reading and Writing. Welcome to Gawler Broadcasting Association’s Reading and Writing podcast, about books and the authors who write them. Find out, not only about their latest book, but also what they write, why they write, and how they work with others so we can read them. Have you ever had the idea that “you…
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Gawler Broadcasting Association AGM
The year has flown by and it is time for our AGM once again. Please join us for on Tuesday 15th November at the P/A Hotel, 7.00 pm. We have booked the room from 6.15 so come early if you wish to eat…
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GBA Annual Quiz Night
We have been on break over Covid but the Gawler Broadcasting Association Annual Quiz Night is back!! Come and join us and Quizmasters Geri and Eugenia for a fun night of Trivia, Fun and Laughter!…
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Vale Marilyn Simpson 1946-2021
On Thursday the 17th of June 2021, we lost Marilyn Simpson, a longtime contributor to GBA, both behind the scenes and in front of the microphone. We will remember Marilyn and a loving wife, mother and…
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GBA AGM and Life Membership Presentation
On Monday 18th of November we held our Annual General Meeting at the P/A Hotel. There was some reflection on what we have achieved in our first five years and what our aspirations are for the future…
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Quiz Night 2019
Tickets are now available for GBA’s 2019 Quiz Night! This year it will be held on Saturday the 19th of October at Zion Lutheran Hall in Gawler. If you would like to support this event, please spread…
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Gawler Oral History: Janet Brealey A.MusA L.MusA
Janet was interviewed by Gillian Lee in July 2024 for the Gawler Oral History Project. Janet is a piano teacher based in Willaston but has piano students in Gawler and the Barossa district. She teaches at her house and also at Faith Lutherann College Tanunda. She talks about the early days of her childhood, interest…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Coralie Clayson…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Mayor Karen Redman…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Kym Meaney…
Gawler Swimming Pool: Oral Histories
In November 2022 Gawler Swimming Pool celebrated its’ sixtieth anniversary. Some of those who have been instrumental to the pool’s history share memories about this beloved local institution. Teddy and Margaret Sankey…