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The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times
National
Megan Doherty

Democracy in action on the airwaves

Rod Taylor at the editing desk. Picture: Supplied

Radio 1RPH provides a vital service.

Each day, volunteers read from newspapers, journals, newsletters and more to inform and entertain listeners, many with reading difficulties.

Volunteer Rod Taylor has also undertaken the pretty mammoth task of interviewing every candidate in the upcoming October 17 ACT election.

There are close to 100 candidates. He's up to No. 36.

"It's been a punishing schedule, but fascinating to learn about the characters behind the names that'll be on the ballot papers," he said.

Tune in at 1pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The podcast link is here.

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