Moonee Valley Voices
Welcome to Moonee Valley Voices, the unique show where we not only celebrate the stories of Moonee Valley’s top business owners and community leaders but also provide a new platform for our community to be heard as the presence of local media continues to diminish.
In each episode, we chat with local business owners and community leaders about what drove them to start their businesses or get involved in local sports, their thoughts on the local area, and tips for fellow business owners.
Tune in every week as we explore the ups and downs of business in Moonee Valley, talk to our guests about their journeys, and celebrate the business community in our backyard
Whether you’re a local resident, business owner, or simply curious about the stories behind the businesses, Moonee Valley Voices is more than just a source of inspiration and connection. It's a treasure trove of tips and insights from our esteemed guests, making it a valuable resource for all.
Are you a local business person or a local doing great things? Your story matters to us. We’d love to hear from you today!
Contact: matt@contenthype.com.au
Episodes
22 episodes
Business In Early 30s: Brand, Word-Of-Mouth & Community with Golden Goose's Anthony Cerchiara
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, host Matthew Galea sits down with local business owner Anthony Cerchiara, founder of Golden Goose Finance.Anthony shares his journey from working at a Big Four bank to launching hi...
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35:14
Stephen Simone on Street Classica & Raising Awareness for Usher Syndrome
Stephen Simone from the Silent Sight Foundation returns to Moonee Valley Voices as our very first repeat guest.This time, Stephen shares the story behind Street Classica, a huge event coming to Puckle Street, Moonee Po...
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19:39
Branding Beyond the Logo with Rosie Lo Grasso of ideapro
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with lifelong Moonee Valley local and Marketing & Brand Strategist Rosie Lo Grasso from ideapro. Rosie shares her journey fr...
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32:22
From Premiership Glory to Business Essendon: Steve Alessio’s Journey On and Off the Field
Steve Alessio’s name is well known to Essendon fans — a premiership player, ruckman, and one of the characters of the Bombers’ golden era. But his story doesn’t stop at the final siren.In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, St...
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30:44
Orange with Purpose: SES Essendon’s Volunteer Spirit
In this National Volunteer Week special of Moonee Valley Voices, host Matthew Galea brings together two of SES Essendon’s longest-serving volunteers - Justin Navas, Volunteer Unit Commander, and John Bates, Unit Controlle...
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48:00
Natalie Piscopo on Supporting the NDIS Community in Moonee Valley and Beyond
In this engaging episode of Moonee Valley Voices, Matthew Galea chats with Natalie Piscopo, founder and director of StellaFortis Consulting (formerly VCJ Recruitment) and Disability Network Coordinator at CoCo Support Services. Natalie shares h...
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32:42
Samantha Byrne on Community and Moonee Valley
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, host Matthew Galea sits down with Samantha Byrne, a proud local who has been elected onto the local council three times.Together, we discussed growing up in Moonee Valley, her eventual interest i...
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Season 1
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30:42
Building Business Connections in Moonee Valley – Jordan Leask on Networking, Business Essendon, Strategy & Growth
How do you build a thriving business network in Moonee Valley?In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with Jordan Leask, a highly experienced commercial leader, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Business Essendon—a ne...
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35:23
Unstoppable Women: How Women in Moonee Valley is Building a Stronger Community with Luisa Muscara
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with Luisa Muscara, founder of Women in Moonee Valley (WMV)—a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting, sharing, and connecting women in the local community.Luisa shares her...
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30:14
Money, Mindset & Mastery: Aneta Pazeski on Financial Confidence
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we're joined by Aneta Pazeski, a Moonee Valley business leader, entrepreneur, and financial educator. Aneta is the founder of Bridesmaids Dressing Room and the powerhouse behind
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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30:59
From the Pitch to Viral Stardom: Lucas Ivkovic’s Social Media Success Story
Meet Lucas Ivkovic, Moonee Valley’s own social media sensation, boasting over 6 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, and Snapchat. From his days playing junior football on the soccer fields of Moonee Valley, his high school and involvement...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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55:53
Fight for Sight: Stephen & Silent Sight's Mission to Cure Blindness caused by Usher Syndrome 1B
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with Stephen Simone, a local hero and a friend of our host, Matthew Galea. Stephen shares the incredible story behind the Silent Sight Foundation, his advocacy for a cure for Usher Syndrome, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:14:26
From Mamma Lina’s to Sustainability: Sam Agostino’s Recipe for Community and Resilience
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we chat with Sam Agostino, the heart and soul behind Mamma Lina’s café on Mount Alexander Road. Sam shares his journey from corporate life to creating a beloved local dining institution, steeped...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:14
The Gift of Choice: Stefanie Carniato of Gratofy on Revolutionising Gifting
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we chat with Stef Carniato, the inspiring founder of Gratofy, a gifting platform that's making waves in 2024. Stef shares her journey from growing up ne...
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30:58
Advocating for Community: Stacey Harley and Liveable Moonee Valley Speak Out on Local Planning Concerns
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with Stacey Harley, a dedicated member of the grassroots community group, Liveable Moonee Valley. Stacey shares insights into the group’s mission to foster transparency and community...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:05
Episode 6: John Cachia: Financial Literacy, Community Impact, and Thriving Wealth
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, I had the pleasure of sitting down with John Cachia, founder and CEO of Thriving Wealth. As a financial advisor, entrepreneur, and advocate for financial literacy, John’s approach to wealth mana...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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40:22
Episode 5: Corinne Barlow – Crafting Meaningful Connections Through Love Gwen Jewellery
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with Corinne Barlow, the creative force behind Love Gwen Jewellery. Corinne’s journey from a local apprentice jeweller to building her own brand is both inspiring and h...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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37:55
Episode 4: Amy Schembri – Soccer Mum, Author, and Building Resilience in Young Athletes
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices, we sit down with local soccer mum and soon-to-be-published author Amy Schembri to discuss her upcoming book, Making It or Not. Drawing from her personal experience as a parent of young athletes and a lif...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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36:34
Episode 3: Martin Galea – Conveyancing and Community in the Moonee Valley
In this special episode of Moonee Valley Voices, host Matt Galea sits down with none other than his father, Martin Galea, a seasoned conveyancer with over 40 years of experience. As the Director of Tick Box Conveyancing, Martin has bui...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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52:47
Episode 2: Mark Errichiello – Real Estate, Community, and Advocacy in Moonee Valley
In this episode of Moonee Valley Voices: Celebrating MV's Finest, we sit down with Mark Errichiello, the Director and Co-founder of Master Advocates, and a second-generation real estate agent with over 23 years of experience. Mark has worked in...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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36:40
Episode 1: Hamish Jones – Building Community and Business in Moonee Valley
Welcome to the first episode of Moonee Valley Voices: Celebrating MV’s Finest! We’re stoked to have Hamish Jones as our first guest on the show. Hamish is a local business owner and community builder extraordinaire. With over 20 years of experi...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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32:22
Moonee Valley Voices | Trailer | Start Here!
In this short audio clip, we introduce the Moonee Valley Voices concept.Welcome to Moonee Valley Voices, the show where we not only celebrate the stories of Moonee Valley’s top business owners and community leaders but also provide a ne...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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