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0:00:16 > 0:00:22- Hello and welcome to Monday's Heno, - live from the heart of Llanelli.
0:00:22 > 0:00:27- Thanks for the warm welcome - at the Royal Welsh Show last week.
0:00:28 > 0:00:35- We're off to the Eisteddfod next as - the caravan site opens on Thursday.
0:00:36 > 0:00:42- Tonight, you can win tickets for the - Cymdeithas yr Iaith Eisteddfod gigs.
0:00:42 > 0:00:48- Candelas, Kizzy Crawford, Cowbois - Rhos Botwnnog and Eden will perform.
0:00:48 > 0:00:51- We'll give you the question later.
0:00:52 > 0:00:58- Elin Fflur has some great guests and - a special exclusive for us tonight.
0:01:01 > 0:01:11- Tonight, I'll reveal the wonderful - line-up of this year's Copperfest.
0:01:13 > 0:01:19- I'm at St Mary's Church in Conwy for - the Conwy Classical Music Festival.
0:01:20 > 0:01:24- There's also the story of - the headmaster, Gareth Jones.
0:01:25 > 0:01:30- There's plenty of stories - to share with you from North Wales.
0:01:31 > 0:01:36- I'm in Swansea - for Beach Rugby Wales.
0:01:36 > 0:01:40- Later, you can hear - who's scoring the tries!
0:01:43 > 0:01:48- I'm Sir Gareth Edwards and I won't - be talking about rugby tonight.
0:01:49 > 0:01:54- I've opened the new butterfly house - at the National Botanic Garden.
0:01:55 > 0:01:59- The Rio Olympic Games - is also around the corner.
0:02:00 > 0:02:05- We meet the triathlete, Non Stanford - to wish her all the best in Brazil.
0:02:06 > 0:02:08- Our sofa is packed with guests.
0:02:09 > 0:02:15- Nothing beats a great holiday read - and Jon Gower has a new one for you.
0:02:15 > 0:02:18- Britain has two million freelancers.
0:02:19 > 0:02:25- Lowri Roberts is a runner-up - in the Freelancer of the Year.
0:02:25 > 0:02:27- We'll congratulate her shortly.
0:02:28 > 0:02:34- We meet Jason Thomas who volunteers - with the New Family Social charity.
0:02:34 > 0:02:39- It supports LGBT couples - who adopt or foster children.
0:02:39 > 0:02:42- Welcome to you all to Monday's Heno.
0:02:47 > 0:02:55- Touch rugby has grown in popularity - over the years...
0:02:55 > 0:03:00- ..with men and women's teams - playing it on a regular basis.
0:03:00 > 0:03:05- Yvonne took her rugby ball - to a competition over the weekend.
0:03:10 > 0:03:16- Beach Rugby Wales has been running - since 2006 and is growing each year.
0:03:17 > 0:03:23- People from across Wales - have flocked to Swansea Beach.
0:03:23 > 0:03:29- It promises to be another popular - and exciting event.
0:03:33 > 0:03:38- How long have you been coming here, - Christian?
0:03:38 > 0:03:44- I came here to play in 2006 - with the Ammanford Youth Team...
0:03:44 > 0:03:49- ..and volunteered since then - to rake the pitches and help.
0:03:50 > 0:03:54- It started with 16 teams - and there's 36 teams this year.
0:04:02 > 0:04:07- Today, they play touch rugby which - is quick with six in each team.
0:04:08 > 0:04:14- Possession changes after six touches - and there's no kicking or scrums.
0:04:14 > 0:04:18- It's definitely a sport - that's growing in Wales.
0:04:19 > 0:04:25- There's teams from Swansea, Cardiff, - Porth and even a team from Cheshire.
0:04:25 > 0:04:29- It proves that this - is a good tournament.
0:04:29 > 0:04:33- How are the players treating you - as their referee?
0:04:34 > 0:04:39- They have been good as the women's - and men's teams are fantastic.
0:04:40 > 0:04:44- If I had to choose, I'd say - the women are better today.
0:04:44 > 0:04:46- Are you playing today?
0:04:47 > 0:04:52- No, I'm not playing but have - the rake and enjoying on the pitch.
0:04:53 > 0:04:58- Put your feet up after marking out - the pitch and have fun tonight.
0:04:58 > 0:05:02- I'll definitely - have a few beers tonight.
0:05:02 > 0:05:04- Have fun and cheers!
0:05:04 > 0:05:07- Have fun and cheers!- - Cheers to you and you're beautiful!
0:05:11 > 0:05:13- Where have you come from today?
0:05:13 > 0:05:15- Where have you come from today?- - Pontardawe.
0:05:15 > 0:05:17- Is this your first time here?
0:05:17 > 0:05:19- Is this your first time here?- - Yes.
0:05:19 > 0:05:21- What's the competition like?
0:05:22 > 0:05:27- It's amazing, we've won one, - lost one and are in the semi-finals.
0:05:31 > 0:05:36- I'm joined by Joel and Dafydd - and what's the name of your team?
0:05:36 > 0:05:42- We're the Barbarians from Nelson, - Bargoed, Penallta and Senghenydd.
0:05:43 > 0:05:47- You're from South-East Wales - so do you come every year?
0:05:47 > 0:05:53- It's our fourth year and won the cup - last year and the plate in 2014.
0:05:54 > 0:05:56- The Barbarians!
0:05:57 > 0:05:59- Llanelli Warriors!
0:06:02 > 0:06:05- Where is your team from, Gwilym?
0:06:06 > 0:06:10- We crossed the Loughor Bridge - to Swansea from Llanelli.
0:06:11 > 0:06:14- How long had you been part - of the team?
0:06:14 > 0:06:21- I've been playing and training for - 18 years and it's our 20th season.
0:06:21 > 0:06:23- How many people do you have?
0:06:24 > 0:06:31- It's a small squad today and have - lads with learning disabilities.
0:06:31 > 0:06:33- There's 50 in our school.
0:06:34 > 0:06:35- What's your name?
0:06:35 > 0:06:37- What's your name?- - I'm Andrew Davies.
0:06:38 > 0:06:45- I play for Llanelli Warriors - and am the team captain.
0:06:45 > 0:06:47- Have you enjoyed today?
0:06:47 > 0:06:49- Have you enjoyed today?- - Yes!
0:06:53 > 0:06:56- Team 200 from Glasgow - won the women's event.
0:06:57 > 0:07:00- They return to Scotland very happy!
0:07:01 > 0:07:06- The Barbarians are happy to be - men's champions for the second year.
0:07:15 > 0:07:22- Congratulations to everyone - who took part in the festival.
0:07:23 > 0:07:26- I've learnt a lot tonight.
0:07:26 > 0:07:31- The author, Jon Gower - joins us on the sofa tonight.
0:07:31 > 0:07:41- Jon has published a new book - called Rebel Rebel.
0:07:43 > 0:07:53- It's a collection of short stories.
0:07:58 > 0:08:08- Rebel Rebel is an album by David - Bowie.
0:08:10 > 0:08:20- I had to write a story - as a reaction to his death.
0:08:23 > 0:08:27- I hadn't realized what a central - influence he was to my life.
0:08:27 > 0:08:33- He is the soundtrack to my youth.
0:08:33 > 0:08:43- He did a series of albums in Berlin.
0:08:46 > 0:08:54- He was then ill - and he had a second blossoming.
0:08:54 > 0:09:04- His last two albums were up there - with the best from the past.
0:09:04 > 0:09:07- His spirit is in the collection of - stories.
0:09:08 > 0:09:11- What can you tell us - about the stories?
0:09:13 > 0:09:23- There are some that look - at different types of music.
0:09:30 > 0:09:40- We had a Dansette player - when I was growing up.
0:09:41 > 0:09:47- It made me want to rebel - against them!
0:09:47 > 0:09:52- I live in a house - filled with records now.
0:09:52 > 0:10:02- There's a wealth of music - available now.
0:10:10 > 0:10:19- I enjoyed the story about a - girl preparing for her wedding...
0:10:20 > 0:10:28- ..and it's a complete contrast - to the David Bowie story.
0:10:28 > 0:10:35- You know when he goes out to buy - socks...
0:10:35 > 0:10:42- ..that it's not going to - be a very happy day.
0:10:44 > 0:10:53- There are small details - that make the stories interesting.
0:10:53 > 0:11:03- Che Guevara - was interested in rugby.
0:11:06 > 0:11:11- As a student in Buenos Aires, - he edited a rugby magazine.
0:11:11 > 0:11:17- People are fascinated - by those facts.
0:11:17 > 0:11:19- Thank you.
0:11:19 > 0:11:23- We'll chat again later.
0:11:23 > 0:11:27- The Eisteddfod starts this weekend - with its nightly music gigs.
0:11:28 > 0:11:31- Tonight you can win tickets to all - the Cymdeithas yr Iaith gigs...
0:11:31 > 0:11:34- ..at the Abergavenny Football Club.
0:11:37 > 0:11:43- Abergavenny hosts Welsh singing, - dancing and rock 'n' roll next week.
0:11:44 > 0:11:48- Starting from Saturday - until the following weekend...
0:11:49 > 0:11:54- ..Cymdeithas yr Iaith has gigs - at the Abergavenny Football Club...
0:11:54 > 0:11:57- ..and you could be there too!
0:11:57 > 0:12:02- You can win a ticket to all the gigs - and the line up includes...
0:12:03 > 0:12:08- ..Cowbois Rhos Botwnnog and Kizzy - Crawford on Saturday 30 July...
0:12:09 > 0:12:13- ..Gwibdaith Hen Fran, Gareth Bonello - and Raffdam on Sunday.
0:12:14 > 0:12:17- HMS Morris is steering the event - on Monday.
0:12:18 > 0:12:22- Eden is back and performing - on the Thursday night.
0:12:23 > 0:12:27- Candelas run to Abergavenny - for the final Saturday night.
0:12:28 > 0:12:35- Answer this question if you want to - win a week's ticket to these gigs:
0:12:36 > 0:12:41- Which girl group performs on the - Cymdeithas yr Iaith Thursday gig?
0:12:42 > 0:12:47- 1) Eden, 2) Spice Girls, - or 3) Girls Aloud?
0:12:47 > 0:12:50- Call us with your answer - on 08443 35 12 44.
0:12:55 > 0:13:01- It's 5p a minute plus your telephone - company's network access charge.
0:13:02 > 0:13:05- The phone lines close at 3.00pm - on Wednesday.
0:13:06 > 0:13:08- All entrants must be 18 and over.
0:13:09 > 0:13:14- Don't call after the lines close - or you will still be charged.
0:13:15 > 0:13:17- Good luck to you all!
0:13:17 > 0:13:20- A huge congratulations - to Team Sky...
0:13:21 > 0:13:26- ..and Chris Froome for winning his - third Tour de France in four years.
0:13:27 > 0:13:32- Two Welsh cyclists on the team - were also part of his success.
0:13:32 > 0:13:38- Geraint Thomas is to the right and - Luke Rowe is to the left of Froome.
0:13:38 > 0:13:43- Geraint Thomas is looking forward - to the Olympic Games in Rio.
0:13:44 > 0:13:48- Another Welsh Olympic competitor - is the triathlete, Non Stanford.
0:13:48 > 0:13:51- We chat to Non after the break.
0:13:52 > 0:14:02- Tonight, I'm at the Conwy - Classical Music Festival.
0:14:04 > 0:14:06- I'm at St Mary's Church.
0:14:07 > 0:14:13- I'll also exclusively reveal - the acts at this year's Copperfest.
0:14:13 > 0:14:15- You can find out more shortly.
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0:14:27 > 0:14:29- Welcome back.
0:14:29 > 0:14:33- Rhodri Gomer has met some - of the athletes from Wales...
0:14:34 > 0:14:39- ..who represent Britain at - next month's Olympic Games in Rio.
0:14:39 > 0:14:43- His journey began in Leeds - with the triathlete, Non Stanford.
0:14:44 > 0:14:48- Since Non Stanford left - Birmingham University in 2010...
0:14:48 > 0:14:53- ..the Swansea-born, 27-year-old - has lived and trained in Leeds.
0:14:54 > 0:14:58- Within three years of reaching - the Mecca for triathlons...
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- ..Non was the world champion - in the sport...
0:15:02 > 0:15:07- ..but this year, her sights are set - on Rio and her first Olympic Games.
0:15:07 > 0:15:12- You've known since September about - Rio so are you feeling excited?
0:15:12 > 0:15:15- Yes, I can't wait for the Games.
0:15:15 > 0:15:20- I've dreamt of being at - the Olympic Games since I was nine.
0:15:20 > 0:15:27- I'm now 27 and finally getting to - go there so it's a dream come true.
0:15:27 > 0:15:32- I can't wait for the start - of the race at Copacabana beach.
0:15:33 > 0:15:36- What have you had to do - to be good enough for Rio?
0:15:37 > 0:15:43- I had to finish on the podium at the - Rio Test Event in August last year.
0:15:44 > 0:15:49- I also needed a podium finish at the - grand final in Chicago in September.
0:15:50 > 0:15:53- The selection process - was really tough.
0:15:54 > 0:15:57- I think it's the toughest - in the world.
0:15:58 > 0:16:02- We last spoke just before - the Commonwealth Games...
0:16:02 > 0:16:06- ..and 2014 was a very disappointing - year for you.
0:16:07 > 0:16:12- Yes, 2014 was really difficult - because I had three injuries...
0:16:13 > 0:16:17- ..so I couldn't compete - in the Commonwealth Games.
0:16:17 > 0:16:23- It was really disappointing because - I was going to represent Wales.
0:16:23 > 0:16:33- I felt like I'd let everyone down as - I wanted to win a medal for Wales.
0:16:35 > 0:16:45- I'll set my sights on Australia - in 2018 and make up for 2014.
0:16:45 > 0:16:47- There's three on the team.
0:16:48 > 0:16:53- Two of you are from Wales and - the other lives with you in Leeds.
0:16:53 > 0:16:58- Yes, and I couldn't ask for - a better team to compete alongside.
0:16:59 > 0:17:03- We're two from Wales, - my best friend and housemate.
0:17:04 > 0:17:09- It'll be great and the atmosphere - in the team will be brilliant.
0:17:09 > 0:17:13- How much training are you doing - at the moment?
0:17:13 > 0:17:17- In a typical week, - I do about 30 hours of training...
0:17:18 > 0:17:23- ..but it depends on any races - and if we're travelling to a race.
0:17:24 > 0:17:31- Leeds has grown into being the place - to train for the triathlon.
0:17:31 > 0:17:36- Leeds is great for triathlons - and you train with great athletes...
0:17:37 > 0:17:45- ..the Brownlees, Vicky Holland, - Tom Bishop and Gordon Benson.
0:17:45 > 0:17:49- Five athletes in Team GB - for the Olympics live in Leeds.
0:17:50 > 0:17:57- It's great as there's a fab manager - and world-class facilities.
0:17:57 > 0:17:59- I couldn't ask for better.
0:18:04 > 0:18:14- You're in the World Triathlon Series - but Rio takes precedence this year.
0:18:14 > 0:18:18- Yes, the World Triathlon Series - is held every year...
0:18:19 > 0:18:28- ..and I've won the series before - but Rio is my target.
0:18:29 > 0:18:35- I might be able to concentrate - on the series next year...
0:18:35 > 0:18:38- ..but it's all about Rio this year.
0:18:43 > 0:18:46- Good luck to Non at the Olympics.
0:18:47 > 0:18:52- Next, we meet Lowri Roberts who - is a translator from Oswestry.
0:18:55 > 0:19:00- Lowri recently gained success - in the IPSE?QA Freelancer Awards.
0:19:00 > 0:19:04- She scooped second place - in the Inspire category.
0:19:05 > 0:19:15- Tell us more about the awards.
0:19:23 > 0:19:27- It was a competition - for anyone working freelance.
0:19:27 > 0:19:32- I was the only translator.
0:19:33 > 0:19:40- I work in the oil and gas industry.
0:19:40 > 0:19:50- There were copywriters - and so forth taking part...
0:19:54 > 0:20:00- I also run a Welsh shop...
0:20:00 > 0:20:05- ..so the two businesses - run side by side.
0:20:06 > 0:20:12- I filled in the application form - and forgot about it.
0:20:13 > 0:20:19- I got a call inviting me - to London for an interview.
0:20:19 > 0:20:27- The results were all top secret - until the award evening.
0:20:27 > 0:20:37- I was thrilled - to reach the final ten.
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- When they announced my name, I - couldn't be sure I'd heard it right.
0:20:47 > 0:20:57- I was thrilled with the award.
0:21:00 > 0:21:07- I wanted to show people that there - are several creative industries...
0:21:07 > 0:21:17- ..that use the Welsh language.
0:21:21 > 0:21:27- When I did my presentation at the - interview, I did it bilingually.
0:21:27 > 0:21:37- I wanted them to see the language - at work.
0:21:39 > 0:21:45- There was one panel member from - Scotland who knew about Patagonia.
0:21:45 > 0:21:53- He understood more - than I'd expected.
0:21:54 > 0:22:02- I told them about the history - and background of the language.
0:22:03 > 0:22:12- I explained that the language was - flourishing.
0:22:12 > 0:22:15- You can take your book to her shop/
0:22:15 > 0:22:18- I'll be up to read books within the - month!
0:22:18 > 0:22:21- It's time to join Elin at the - Conwy Classical Music Festival.
0:22:21 > 0:22:26- Good evening to you both.
0:22:26 > 0:22:36- Welcome to the - Conwy Classical Music Festival.
0:22:36 > 0:22:38- This is a seven-day festival.
0:22:39 > 0:22:46- Let's hear more about the festival.
0:22:49 > 0:22:56- # I ask not for a life of riches #
0:22:56 > 0:23:02- The Conwy Classical Music Festival - has been running for twelve years...
0:23:02 > 0:23:08- ..entertaining audiences and giving - Welsh artists a springboard.
0:23:09 > 0:23:14- Many of the events are held here - at St Mary's church in Conwy...
0:23:14 > 0:23:18- ..throughout the seven days of the - festival.
0:23:19 > 0:23:22- The audience has a feast of music - to enjoy today.
0:23:23 > 0:23:29- I've been here every year since I - was at the University in Manchester.
0:23:29 > 0:23:33- I started there when I was 18 so - that's over 35 years.
0:23:40 > 0:23:44- It officially became the Conwy - festival twelve years ago.
0:23:44 > 0:23:49- I'm the accompanist for my brother - in law, John Eifion...
0:23:50 > 0:23:53- ..and for my best friend, Sian Wyn - Gibson.
0:23:54 > 0:23:57- I'll also be doing some solo - performances.
0:23:58 > 0:24:02- John Eifion, Annette and I have - been doing this for years.
0:24:07 > 0:24:12- How long have you been coming to - listen to these three sing?
0:24:12 > 0:24:16- I've been coming since they first - performed.
0:24:17 > 0:24:20- They're here faithfully every year.
0:24:21 > 0:24:28- We've always been fans of Annette's - and of John Eifion and Sian.
0:24:29 > 0:24:33- We always go to their - concerts, wherever they are.
0:24:34 > 0:24:35- Are you the super fans?
0:24:35 > 0:24:37- Are you the super fans?- - Oh yes!
0:24:39 > 0:24:44- The relationship between Sian, - Annett and I goes back many years.
0:24:47 > 0:24:53- I'm Annette's brother in law and - Sian was at school with my wife.
0:24:54 > 0:24:58- I was at school with her husband.
0:24:58 > 0:25:04- We're all very close but they tell - me what to do - I just listen!
0:25:04 > 0:25:06- We sing a variety of songs.
0:25:07 > 0:25:14- I like to perform opera but we do - some numbers from the musicals.
0:25:14 > 0:25:22- You have to draw the audience in and - give them all something they enjoy.
0:25:22 > 0:25:27- It's a very old church and it has a - wonderful feeling about it.
0:25:28 > 0:25:33- I love the acoustics here and they - have an excellent new piano.
0:25:34 > 0:25:38- There's something very homely - about performing here.
0:25:39 > 0:25:44- The audience enjoys every item - and have always applauded us.
0:25:44 > 0:25:47- I hope they applaud again this year.
0:25:53 > 0:26:03- It was a great afternoon.
0:26:04 > 0:26:09- The audience gave them a - standing ovation.
0:26:09 > 0:26:13- I'm now joined by Chris Roberts, - the organizer of the festival.
0:26:13 > 0:26:18- It was an exceptional performance.
0:26:18 > 0:26:28- It's always wonderful - to see them here.
0:26:29 > 0:26:35- Annette was here - when we first started in 1981.
0:26:36 > 0:26:46- The orchestra will be performing - tonight.
0:26:54 > 0:26:58- They'll perform music by a variety - of composers.
0:26:59 > 0:27:06- There is plenty to come this week.
0:27:07 > 0:27:17- We have singers, choirs - and chamber music.
0:27:33 > 0:27:35- The Bro Aled choir - will be here on Friday.
0:27:36 > 0:27:39- Thank you and good luck - with the festival.
0:27:39 > 0:27:44- There's another festival at the end - of August in the Amlwch area.
0:27:44 > 0:27:49- We can exclusively reveal the - line-up of this year's Copperfest.
0:27:51 > 0:27:55- This is a special year for us as - Copperfest is ten years old.
0:27:55 > 0:28:00- It started when we decided we needed - something special in Amlwch.
0:28:01 > 0:28:07- Bryn Fon headlined - on that first Saturday night.
0:28:07 > 0:28:11- The festival has grown to four - nights now and this is the line up:
0:28:12 > 0:28:16- We start Copperfest on Thursday - with an evening of classical music.
0:28:17 > 0:28:22- Rhys Meirion, Sioned Terry and Cor - Meibion y Foel will be performing.
0:28:22 > 0:28:27- On Friday Yws Gwynedd, Candelas with - Alys Williams, Bandana...
0:28:27 > 0:28:31- ..Fleur De Lys and Carma will be - performing.
0:28:32 > 0:28:37- Saturday will be a full day and - night of music and entertainment.
0:28:39 > 0:28:46- We start with a fun afternoon - with Y Moniars and Traed Moch...
0:28:46 > 0:28:52- ..and local bands, Stereosonics, - The Pretend Beatles and Abba.
0:28:52 > 0:28:57- Ed Holdern will also be on stage.
0:28:57 > 0:29:01- Sunday is the closing day - of the festival.
0:29:03 > 0:29:08- We start at 2.00pm with Jonathan - Davies, Wil Tan, John ac Alun...
0:29:08 > 0:29:13- ..Calfari, Elin Fflur a'r band, - Geraint Jarman and Bryn Fon.
0:29:14 > 0:29:18- The event is being held here at the - quay in Porth Amlwch.
0:29:18 > 0:29:22- It's free of charge and there will - be thousands of people here.
0:29:23 > 0:29:27- There'll be a bar, food and some - sunshine so come and join us!
0:29:30 > 0:29:34- It sounds like a great line up - and it's all for free.
0:29:35 > 0:29:39- Congratulations to Wyn Davies - from Only Men Aloud...
0:29:39 > 0:29:45- ..who married Heledd at Brechfa - in Carmarthenshire over the weekend.
0:29:46 > 0:29:50- We've got a photograph of the couple - in their wedding car.
0:29:51 > 0:29:55- Congratulations to them - and enjoy the honeymoon!
0:29:55 > 0:29:59- After the break, - Elin also has another story for us.
0:30:00 > 0:30:06- Later in the programme, I'll tell - you about the incredible story...
0:30:06 > 0:30:11- ..of the headmaster of - Dolbadarn School, Gareth Fon Davies.
0:30:11 > 0:30:16- First, let's look at your events - in our Monday night Calendar.
0:30:22 > 0:30:26- Join us for the latest event - by Fran Wen called Ar y Stryd.
0:30:27 > 0:30:31- There's a lot of live performances - across North Wales...
0:30:32 > 0:30:37- ..with artists such as Mr Phormula - and the Llanreggub Brass Band.
0:30:38 > 0:30:43- It's at 7.30pm at Prince's Pier - in Menai Bridge tomorrow night.
0:30:43 > 0:30:47- More details can be found - on the Fran Wen website.
0:30:50 > 0:30:55- The Porth yr Aur singers host - an event called Blas y Brifwyl...
0:30:56 > 0:30:58- ..with local competitors...
0:30:59 > 0:31:04- ..at Theatr Seilo in Caernarfon - on Wednesday 27 July at 7.30pm.
0:31:06 > 0:31:11- The National Library is delighted - that the Nanteos Cup has arrived.
0:31:12 > 0:31:14- It's free to come and see it.
0:31:19 > 0:31:24- Join us at the Ffordd a Ffridd Race - on Aberdaron on Wednesday.
0:31:24 > 0:31:28- There's races for adults - and children...
0:31:28 > 0:31:33- ..that start from the school - at 7.00pm and I'll see you there.
0:31:34 > 0:31:40- On Wednesday 27 July, Bet Jones - is at Palas Print in Caernarfon...
0:31:40 > 0:31:45- ..to celebrate the launch of her - new book called Y Nant at 7.30pm.
0:31:50 > 0:31:56- The Welsh National Sheep Dog Trials - are at Tyfos Farm in Llandrillo...
0:31:56 > 0:32:01- ..on 28, 29 and 30 July.
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0:32:13 > 0:32:15- Subtitles
0:32:17 > 0:32:20- Welcome back to Heno.
0:32:20 > 0:32:27- Tonight, I'm at the Conwy - Classical Music Festival.
0:32:27 > 0:32:31- I've got another story for you - this evening.
0:32:33 > 0:32:38- The pupils in Dolbadarn School - in Llanberis...
0:32:38 > 0:32:43- ..were raising money to support - their headmaster.
0:32:43 > 0:32:47- Let's hear the story - of Gareth Fon Jones.
0:32:48 > 0:32:55- # Oh, why can't I have - the right to live too? #
0:32:55 > 0:33:00- A year ago, neither Gareth Jones' - family nor doctors...
0:33:00 > 0:33:05- ..would have seen him back in school - and conducting the choir...
0:33:05 > 0:33:09- ..after he was diagnosed - with a serious condition.
0:33:10 > 0:33:12- It happened a year last June.
0:33:13 > 0:33:18- I'd been having clots on my lung and - leg but didn't know why I had them.
0:33:19 > 0:33:21- They decided to do more tests.
0:33:22 > 0:33:28- I was struggling with stairs, was - short of breath and lacked energy.
0:33:29 > 0:33:36- It was confirmed that I had a rare - cancer in my blood and bone marrow.
0:33:36 > 0:33:40- I was given 18 months to live - if I was to go untreated.
0:33:44 > 0:33:50- But a glimmer of hope - came from the Anthony Nolan Trust.
0:33:50 > 0:33:56- Every 20 minutes in Britain, someone - is diagnosed with blood cancer.
0:33:56 > 0:34:02- This charity helps 70% of patients - by finding bone marrow donors.
0:34:04 > 0:34:10- After being given 18 months, I set - about finding a bone marrow donor.
0:34:12 > 0:34:20- We started with my family - and my sister was a perfect match...
0:34:20 > 0:34:24- ..but there was a problem - with the blood...
0:34:24 > 0:34:30- ..so we went to the Anthony Nolan - Trust to find the closest match.
0:34:30 > 0:34:33- I was lucky to get a match - in Germany.
0:34:33 > 0:34:39- I'm not allowed to know anything - about my donor for two years...
0:34:39 > 0:34:46- ..but have written a thank you card - that Anthony Nolan can pass on.
0:34:47 > 0:34:50- Would you like to meet this person - from Germany?
0:34:51 > 0:34:56- I'd be delighted because - he's the reason that I'm still here.
0:34:56 > 0:34:58- I feel very lucky.
0:34:59 > 0:35:03- The school council - assisted their headmaster...
0:35:03 > 0:35:09- ..but organizing fund-raising events - to support the charity and Mr Jones.
0:35:10 > 0:35:15- # Oh, why can't I have - the right to live too? #
0:35:15 > 0:35:22- We did a sponsored walk - to Joe's Farm to see the animals...
0:35:22 > 0:35:30- ..and raised money for the Anthony - Nolan Trust that helped Mr Jones.
0:35:30 > 0:35:37- The various classes have gone - to different places...
0:35:37 > 0:35:42- ..and we've raised a total - of 3,200.
0:35:42 > 0:35:47- It's been an experience - to help our headmaster get better.
0:35:47 > 0:35:53- Gareth has the support of his - extended family at Dolbadarn School.
0:35:53 > 0:35:59- But his family members have also - set about raising a lot of money.
0:36:00 > 0:36:06- When Dad was diagnosed, I didn't - know about the Anthony Nolan Trust.
0:36:06 > 0:36:12- I wanted to raise awareness of it so - climbed to Base Camp in Kilimanjaro.
0:36:13 > 0:36:18- Thanks to everyone who have been - there for us during this.
0:36:18 > 0:36:23- Dad has had messages so it's good - to know people are thinking of us.
0:36:24 > 0:36:30- We all know that he's a legend - and can get through anything.
0:36:31 > 0:36:35- We hope to stick together - and make it through this.
0:36:36 > 0:36:41- I'm lucky to have had the treatment - and have a second chance at life.
0:36:42 > 0:36:47- It's a long process, I'm on the path - but there's a long way to go.
0:36:48 > 0:36:56- Some 50% survive after the two years - of having the transplant...
0:36:56 > 0:37:01- ..but I'm on the right path - and am confident about the future.
0:37:02 > 0:37:07- # Why can't I have
0:37:08 > 0:37:12- # The right to live too?
0:37:12 > 0:37:18- # The right to live too? #
0:37:23 > 0:37:26- Good luck to Gareth.
0:37:26 > 0:37:36- It was great to meet him - and his family.
0:37:42 > 0:37:49- The family raised over 5,000.
0:37:49 > 0:37:59- That's all from me in Conwy.
0:38:00 > 0:38:03- The Classical Music Festival - is on until Saturday.
0:38:03 > 0:38:07- Our guest, Jason Thomas volunteers - for the New Family Social charity.
0:38:07 > 0:38:12- It supports lesbian, - gay, bisexual...
0:38:12 > 0:38:15- ..and transgender families - who adopt and foster children.
0:38:15 > 0:38:25- Welcome to Heno.
0:38:28 > 0:38:36- You're one of the first to have a - child from this charity.
0:38:36 > 0:38:46- My husband and I were the second - couple to go through the process.
0:38:47 > 0:38:57- We were supported - by Saint David's Children's Charity.
0:38:57 > 0:39:03- We wanted to help other same-sex - couples get through the process.
0:39:04 > 0:39:09- Was it a long-winded process?
0:39:10 > 0:39:19- It took us 18 months - to go through everything.
0:39:19 > 0:39:29- It was a long, slow journey - but you have to get the right match.
0:39:30 > 0:39:38- They have a file about you - and one about the child.
0:39:38 > 0:39:45- They want the adoption to succeed - so the matching is crucial.
0:39:45 > 0:39:54- There was some stigma attached to it - but it is becoming more common.
0:39:54 > 0:40:02- We are bringing couples together - to support each other.
0:40:02 > 0:40:10- We want to know if there are - other couples out there...
0:40:10 > 0:40:16- ..who would like some support - from others in the same situation.
0:40:16 > 0:40:24- We would urge them to have a look - at our website.
0:40:24 > 0:40:32- There are lots of people - who can offer support and advice.
0:40:32 > 0:40:42- You also have meetings in person.
0:40:44 > 0:40:54- Yes, we hold meetings - a few times a year.
0:40:59 > 0:41:03- That gives people - the chance to speak face-to-face.
0:41:04 > 0:41:10- We hold a family camp - every year in August.
0:41:10 > 0:41:18- We use a secure location - where the children can run free.
0:41:18 > 0:41:28- It's nice to give people the space - to do that.
0:41:34 > 0:41:39- The children can see that it's OK - to have two mums or two dads...
0:41:39 > 0:41:49- ..or even a single parent.
0:42:03 > 0:42:10- To find the website, type in - new family social adoption.
0:42:10 > 0:42:14- It's a great resource if you don't - know how to start the process.
0:42:14 > 0:42:18- It also offers ongoing support.
0:42:19 > 0:42:27- After the break, we're joined by the - Welsh rugby legend, Gareth Edwards.
0:42:27 > 0:42:29- Join us in a few minutes.
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0:42:37 > 0:42:39- Subtitles
0:42:42 > 0:42:44- Welcome back.
0:42:45 > 0:42:49- Don't forget about - tonight's competition.
0:42:50 > 0:42:55- You can win tickets to all the - Cymdeithas yr Iaith Eisteddfod gigs.
0:42:55 > 0:43:01- It's difficult to keep your children - entertained over the summer holiday.
0:43:01 > 0:43:06- Those in Carmarthenshire can visit - the National Botanic Garden...
0:43:06 > 0:43:10- ..which has welcomed - a brand-new butterfly house.
0:43:13 > 0:43:17- This is the official opening of Plas - Pilipala - such a lovely name.
0:43:17 > 0:43:23- Gareth Edwards, as our President, - has come to do the official opening.
0:43:25 > 0:43:28- It's very warm and rather like - being in the tropics!
0:43:29 > 0:43:33- It's lovely to see the butterflies - all around us.
0:43:34 > 0:43:37- There are 500 of them in all, - comprising of about 20 species.
0:43:39 > 0:43:44- There are some from South America, - Mexico, India and the Far East.
0:43:46 > 0:43:48- They're all beautiful.
0:43:49 > 0:43:54- The garden itself plays a key role - for tourism in the county...
0:43:55 > 0:44:00- ..and this is a whole new attraction - for the area which is fantastic.
0:44:00 > 0:44:04- People are excited about it - and want to visit this summer.
0:44:05 > 0:44:09- My own son is envious that I'm here - and a visit is top of his list.
0:44:11 > 0:44:15- People can see butterflies in their - own back gardens...
0:44:16 > 0:44:20- ..but this is an opportunity to see - species from all over the world.
0:44:20 > 0:44:22- Where else can you get that?
0:44:24 > 0:44:29- The summer holidays have begun - so come and see the gardens.
0:44:30 > 0:44:38- There's something for everyone so - come and see the butterflies.
0:44:39 > 0:44:41- It's been a great pleasure.
0:44:42 > 0:44:46- I love seeing the butterflies - flying around.
0:44:52 > 0:44:56- The National Botanic Garden - is certainly worth a visit.
0:44:56 > 0:45:00- Our guests have been Jon Gower, - Lowri Roberts and Jason Thomas.
0:45:00 > 0:45:02- Thank you all for joining us.
0:45:04 > 0:45:06- The new book is called Rebel Rebel.
0:45:14 > 0:45:17- You've got a busy Eisteddfod.
0:45:19 > 0:45:23- Yes, that's right.
0:45:28 > 0:45:32- I'm going to be telling people about - Patagonia...
0:45:33 > 0:45:35- ..and a travelling poet.
0:45:36 > 0:45:38- I'll also launch a new magazine.
0:45:43 > 0:45:46- I'll be the Eisteddfod for a day.
0:45:50 > 0:45:52- I had a stand there last year.
0:46:10 > 0:46:13- Let's hope the sun shines for the - Eisteddfod.
0:46:15 > 0:46:18- The historian, Dr Elin Jones - takes us on a tour...
0:46:19 > 0:46:22- ..around the area of - the Monmouthshire Eisteddfod.
0:46:23 > 0:46:26- Rhodri Gomer also chats to - the Olympic cyclist, Owain Doull.
0:46:27 > 0:46:31- Get your cameras ready as we launch - our summer photography competition.
0:46:31 > 0:46:33- Enjoy the rest of your evening.
0:46:33 > 0:46:37- It's goodnight from everyone - on the Monday night team.
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