Sharnelle Vella

Melbourne

Co-Host, Melbourne Breakfast at ABC Melbourne

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Goldstein member Tim Wilson "looking" for Coalition leadership position - ABC listen

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

The seat of Goldstein has been officially won by Liberal candidate and former member for the seat Tim Wilson. Winning by a slim margin of 175 votes, he defeated Independent Zoe Daniel after a partial recount was completed over the weekend. Tim Wilson told Sharnelle Vella and Bob Murphy the Goldstein voters were looking for a leader on domestic and foreign policy issues. "They want someone who's going to stand up and lead."Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne.
No fear for Melbourne's new MP Sarah Witty

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

The new member for Melbourne Sarah Witty said she won't be 'worrying about the shiny lights of Canberra' when she steps into her new role. The community advocate told Bob Murphy and Richelle Hunt that her path to politics sets her apart from her predecessor Adam Bandt. "I might be blissfully unaware of those things that I should be scared of!"
Farming parents worried about passing burden onto kids

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Farmers doing it tough through Victoria's drought are having to consider whether to pass on the farm to their children in the future. Sheep farmer Duncan Barber told his son Jack not to let the farm impact his mental health, even if it's affecting his. Jack told Bob and Richelle that it's impossible not to be sad watching farmers like his Dad struggle.
Does Richmond station need a makeover?

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

An architecture firm in Melbourne wants Richmond Station to be upgraded, calling it an 'unloved precinct.'Architect Julian Anderson from Bates Smart told Bob Murphy and Richelle Hunt that a revamp could include a new roof, solar panels, better accessibility and even new apartments. "At night time we know it's dark and certainly underwhelming," he said.
VFL player Jordan Endemann kicks mind-blowing goal from backline

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Footy fans are in disbelief after a Sydney Swans VFL player seemingly kicked one of the longest goals in footy history. Jordan Endemann kicked the goal from an estimated 109 meters away when playing in the backline against Coburg. He told Bob Murphy and Richelle Hunt that 'a lot of the boys didn't realise at the time' how far back he had kicked from.
Brendon Gale says Nathan Buckley is not 'top of the list' for Tassie Devils coach

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Who will coach the AFL's new Tasmanian Devils? CEO Brendon Gale was in Melbourne for a stakeholder breakfast and was asked by Bob and Sharnelle if Nathan Buckley is 'top of the list' for the coaching job. Gale admitted that Buckley is a football figure that he respects, and that he 'was a very successful coach.'"We're about a year away from that decision — there's some capable options out there — Nathan's one of those."
Hundreds start the day at the pub to cheer on Tottenham Hotspur

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Tottenham and Manchester United fans gathered at 5am at the Imperial Hotel in Melbourne and 774's Bob Murphy was there. It's a big match for Ange Postecoglou fans, including Sean Bielski the President of the Australian Hot Spurs fan club. He told Bob that he's a believer in Ange and wondered whether this season is his last hurrah.
Barnaby Joyce thinks the Coalition will reconcile eventually - ABC listen

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

The Nationals have called it quits on a decades-long coalition with the Liberal party. Nationals Member and former Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce said Australia is moving away from a two-party system, even if he wishes it wasn't, but thinks the coalition will reunite down the track. "I haven't seen a split in the coalition in the history of Australia that hasn't ended up with them reconciling it, and I think that will be the case here."
Car parking 'chaos' for parents and residents outside Caulfield Grammar

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Parking outside Malvern's Caulfield Grammar campus is 'chaos' according to school parents and residents. After many failed attempts in the past, Stonnington Council are considering new restrictions which may make it hard for homeowners to park in their own street. Councillor Jami Klisaris told Sharnelle and Bob that there is no perfect solution 'or we would have found it already.'
Ash Hansen's tribute to teammate and friend Adam Selwood

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Sharnelle Vella |Bob Murphy

Former AFL player Ashley Hansen has remembered Adam Selwood as a supportive friend and teammate. Selwood died at the age of 41, just months after the death of his brother Troy. Hansen told Sharnelle and Bob that he has spoken to the Selwood family who are still processing the news.