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Building Stronger Communities is a space to slow down and reconnect. Because when people feel connected.…communities don’t just function — they thrive!
Our Program Sponsor for 2026
Building stronger workplaces helps build stronger communities. That’s why Our Minds at Work is proud to sponsor Building Stronger Communities in 2026. Whether you’re looking for support with workplace wellbeing, psychosocial safety, leadership or team development, we’ll help connect you with the right specialist to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Mental Health Aware
- Mental Health First Aid
- Physical First Aid
- Resilience First Aid
- Psychosocial Hazards
- Psychological Safty
- Mindful Champions
- Difficult Conversations
- Thrive Pathways
Listen Anywhere, Anytime
You can tune into Building Stronger Communities live on SWR 99.9 wherever you are. Download the Community Radio app, search for SWR 99.9 FM
With Luke Evans
Luke Evans is the Founder of Emotive Work and a Resilience First Aid Master Trainer. He helps organisations build resilient people, resilient leaders and resilient workplace cultures through practical, neuroscience-informed approaches to resilience, wellbeing and human connection.
“Through Young Eyes” gives young people a voice in the conversations that shape our communities.
Meet Piper Johnson
Presented by Piper Johnson – Passionate about making a positive difference, Piper encourages listeners of all ages to see issues through a different lens—reminding us that young people are not just the future, they are making valuable contributions today.
This regular Building Stronger Communities segment shares the perspectives, ideas and experiences of young people on topics that matter to them and the wider community. From education and wellbeing to volunteering, community events and the challenges and opportunities facing young Australians, Piper brings a fresh and thoughtful viewpoint to every discussion.
Through Young Eyes reflects Building Stronger Communities’ commitment to creating opportunities for young voices to be heard, respected and included in conversations that help build stronger, more connected communities.
Meet Bethany Jones – Local Sport
Building Stronger Communities is excited to welcome Bethanie Jones as our new Local Sport presenter.
Bethanie is taking the first steps towards a career in journalism and sports media. Passionate about storytelling and community sport, she’ll be bringing listeners weekly stories that celebrate the people, clubs and volunteers who make sport such an important part of life across Western Sydney.
Our Latest Episodes
Growing Strong Families and Strong Communities
📅 Saturday 25 July 2026 Strong families don’t have to do life alone. This week’s Building Stronger Communities explored how connection, support and community can help families navigate challenges, build resilience and create opportunities for the future. Throughout the morning we heard inspiring stories from people making a difference in Western Sydney, proving that stronger…
From Surviving to Thriving: How Support Creates Opportunity
🌱 Building Stronger Communities – Saturday 18 July 2026 Life can change for any one of us in an instant. Illness, job loss, family breakdown, grief, trauma, financial hardship or unexpected challenges don’t discriminate. At different times in our lives, any of us may find ourselves needing a helping hand. Often, the difference between simply…
Reflecting on NAIDOC Week and Building Stronger Communities
NAIDOC Week is more than a celebration—it’s an opportunity to listen, learn and reflect. On this week’s episode of Building Stronger Communities, we looked beyond the events and performances to explore the history, resilience and continuing contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Together, we reflected on this year’s official NAIDOC Week theme, “50…
Conversations that Matter
Building Stronger Communities is more than a radio show — it’s a platform for connection across people, organisations, and local communities.
Whether you’re an individual, local group, or organisation, you can get involved by sharing stories, promoting initiatives, collaborating on community projects, or supporting the program.
Everyone has a place — and every contribution matters.
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