Richelle Hunt

Melbourne

Radio Presenter at Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)

Presenter at The Conversation Hour

Presenter 774 ABC Melbourne

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Does there need to be greater regulation around ADHD diagnosis?

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Support for mental health services is in the spotlight after the Labor party's $1 billion dollar election pledge. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we discuss whether tightening the regulation around ADHD diagnosis could be a step towards ensuring access to those who most need it. Plus, discuss the barriers women officials in community sport face and how to turn that around.
What would improve youth mental health services? - ABC listen

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Are more Youth Specialist Care Centres an effective way of bolstering the mental health of young Australians? As Albanese pledges $1 billion in mental health support if re-elected, which includes increasing the number of specialist care clincis, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at what measures need to be taken to improve youth mental health. Plus, we also look at what it means to create neurodiverse events.
How safe do you feel on public transport?

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

From lighting at train stations to CCTV cameras on trams – in this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at how safe commuters feel on public transport. We also pay tribute to tribute to Melbourne fashion designer Perri Cutten and discuss the risks associated with young people using beauty products.
How much do we understand about illegal gun ownership in Australia? - ABC listen

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Two men have been charged after allegedly carrying two guns into the MCG last night. In this edition of The Conversation Hour, we look at the gun ownership in Australia and what the current rates of illegal gun ownership is. We also talk gambling sponsorship in sport and reflect on why the media likes to pit women against each other.
How should the police force attract cadets?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Yesterday on The Conversation Hour we heard a first-hand account from a former police officer about the mental and emotional toll of serving in the force — and today and today Victoria's Acting Chief Commissioner Rick Nugent has confirmed to Raf on Mornings that he will not apply for the top job reflecting on the demands of a 24/7 job. So what does it take to attract and retain new officers and how would you feel about your kids joining the force.
Do retired police officers get the support they need?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Wayne Gatt, CEO of the Police Association told Breakfast this morning that policing has become such a violent and confrontational career path that there needs to be better supports in place to allow officers to retire healthy, wealthy and with dignity. In this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at what needs to happen to better support police officers in their retirement.
How much do you change which party you vote for?

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Are the days of being a rusted on voter becoming a thing of the past? In this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at how much our voting habits changed over the decades. Plus, as another small music venue closes its doors, what needs to happen to save live music in Victoria. And we reflect on what it means to be called a difficult woman.
Breaking the social stigma around Tourette syndrome

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

Tom Cochrane will become first AFL player with Tourette syndrome, in this edition of The Conversation Hour, we discuss what this means for people living with the condition. We also look at the role of social media influencers on the campaign trail, what underpins the increase in measles outbreaks and ask whether the climate has taken a bit of a back seat in this years budget.
Have you ever visited an Urgent Care Clinic?

4 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

In this edition of The Conversation we look at the role of the Urgent Care Clinic in the health system. The Government says if re-elected it will fund 50 UCCs across Australia, with 12 new clinics in Victoria. While this might feel like a positive move for consumers, GPs, particularly in regional and rural areas have resourcing concerns.
Is Roblox encouraging child gambling?

4 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Richelle Hunt

The dangers of online gaming platform Roblox has steadily been gaining coverage in the media over the last year, and one new study from Sydney University has looked specifically at how it is essentially encouraging young people to gamble The researchers have spoken with young people using the platform to hear their first-hand accounts — and a worrying picture has emerged Also in this edition of The Conversation we look at how to tackle racism in schools and discuss if there is a market in...