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Jon’s daughter Jodie returns to the witness box for a searching cross examination on Day 4 of the inquest.She volunteers that she looked in the boot of the Ford Falcon on the morning that she says her father arrived at the Shire hair salon, Intercutz, after the overnight drive from Lennox. If Bronwyn’s body was in the boot en route to be concealed somewhere in the Shire – a theory which Jon emphatically denies – Jodie didn’t see it. Her memory of events was generally vague. Jodie couldn’t recall anything to do with suggestions of violence against Bronwyn. Murray reveals he’s grown and used marijuana but denies it’s affected his memory. The original police investigation in 1993 is criticised by the Coroner. He goes to Sandstone Crescent to walk around and see it for himself. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Bronwyn have a secret boyfriend with whom she was having a clandestine relationship before he spirited her away from her daughters and her Lennox Head home? Was Jon’s neighbour Murray affected by painkillers or cannabis when he says he saw Jon leaving the house with his car’s engine and its lights off on the night Bronwyn disappeared? Was such a departure even unusual for Jon? The bricklayer’s lawyer Craig Leggat turns up the heat on witnesses on Day 3 of the inquest. Bronwyn’s close friend and neighbour Deb Hall answers the challenge as the legal strategy approved by her estranged husband and alleged killer pivots to depict the missing mother of two as a fantasist with multiple lovers. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bronwyn’s state of mind and powerful maternal instincts for her two daughters face a determined challenge as Jon’s side depicts the missing mother in a negative light. Bronwyn’s care for Chrystal and Lauren comes into sharp focus when Jon’s lawyer asks if it would have been out of character for the Lennox Head mum to go to a Saturday night party, leaving the girls home alone. Witness after witness reject the suggestions. Andy’s wife Michelle is combative as Jon’s lawyer questions her closely. It’s decision time too – we decide whether to move on Illawong to attempt a dig, ahead of the current State Coroner and homicide detectives. The wait for an answer from authorities is excruciating for Andy. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon’s lawyer Craig Leggat does his homework, analysing witness statements and other documents to discover significant and inconsequential flaws in the evidence. He knows that if things go badly in the inquest, Jon faces a murder charge. But if defects in the evidence are properly highlighted, there’s a chance Jon can walk away. Bronwyn’s cousin Megan Read faces another torrid time in the witness stand because Jon and his lawyer see her evidence as the weakest link. Bruised but not beaten, Megan finally gets a reprieve, and then it’s the turn of Scruffy, his wife Maria, and Andy. Bronwyn’s brother shares his suspicions that the missing mother of two was dumped in a septic tank in Sandstone Crescent. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bronwyn’s friend and cousin Megan Read drops new bombshells while under oath on Day 2 of the inquest. Megan gives evidence at the coronial inquiry about having been told by Jon Winfield that he saw and spoke to Bronwyn in Brisbane, several years after her disappearance. Jon’s lawyer starts a fierce cross examination of Megan in the witness box. Jodie also comes under renewed scrutiny for pushing a claim that Bronwyn has been happily living in a hippie community. The claim appears baseless and police officer Matt Fordham challenges Jodie for having omitted key details when she put it around. Jodie says that she opened a personal letter meant for Chrystal with photos of her missing Mum. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The inquest into Bronwyn’s disappearance hears that when detective Glenn Taylor attended Jon and Bronwyn’s former family home at Lennox Head, dozens of photographs lined the walls. Glenn only started investigating the unsolved case five years after Bronwyn disappeared, and Jon was still living at the same property in Sandstone Crescent. The pictures in the home included happy snaps of Jon and daughters Jodie, Chrystal and Lauren, but Bronwyn had been erased. Not one image in the house showed Bronwyn, the detective says. Jon’s lawyer Craig Leggat seizes his chance to question Glenn in the witness box, raising purported sightings of Bronwyn and other evidence he suggests points to the missing mother still being alive. But on the first day of the inquest, coroner Carl Milovanovich isn't convinced, saying that there were also still sightings of long-dead rockstar, Elvis Presley. With another four days of the inquest to go, the coroner gives his preliminary view that there isn’t any prospect in the world that Bronwyn has survived. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For more than 140 years, the Lismore courthouse has stood firm through a procession of natural disasters. Withstanding everything nature has thrown at the town, the courthouse has witnessed a tragic roll call of cases. Cases such as the alleged shooting murder of local mother Carolyn Stuckey by her enraged husband, pharmacist Allan Stuckey. And cases like Bronwyn’s. In 2002, Bronwyn’s family and friends gather at the court for an inquest that explores in detail her disappearance and suspected murder. Proceedings stretch over five days in front of deputy state coroner, Carl Milovanovich. Day one begins with evidence from the first detective to ever conduct a thorough investigation into what happened to Bronwyn, Glenn Taylor. It is Glenn’s last official duty as a police officer after two decades as a detective on constant callout to serious crime scenes. He summarises the evidence of witnesses and concludes by stating that there is very strong circumstantial evidence a known person, namely Jon, was responsible for her death. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special live event recorded at the Art Gallery of NSW on a warm late summer evening, listeners and Bronwyn's family gather for a Q&A with the podcast team, including Hedley Thomas, David Murray, Matthew Condon, Madi Walsh and Claire Harvey. Through panel discussion and thoughtful audience questions, we examine twists in the story so far, including the mystery of how Jon Winfield became a beneficiary of Beverley Brooker's estate, and explore the status of the police investigation. There are deep reflections on toxic relationships, violence against women and coercive control, and Hedley reflects on efforts to have the site at Illawong searched. As always, we find moments of humour — and enjoy an opportunity to thank the people who make it all possible: our listeners. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News of Jon Winfield’s windfall and changes to the Will of his near-neighbour, Bev, shock the Lennox Head community and galvanise Bev’s friends and relations. Bev’s cousin Cathy comes forward and says she was isolated from knowledge of what had happened to her lifelong friend, Bev. Cathy describes having been ‘warned off’ by a gruff man using Bev’s phone after her death. Cathy and her husband Les are aghast and they’re back in touch with their cousin’s brothers Geoff and Paul. A legal challenge could force Jon to justify his handling of the Will and his whopping inheritance. In New Zealand, a medical doctor comes forward publicly to vouch for Judy Singh, the retired nurse who is adamant she saw Bronwyn’s body wrapped in sheets in a car being driven by Jon, who emphatically denies wrongdoing. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lennox Head locals are suspicious of Jon’s motives with a well-off elderly woman who lives alone and has a terminal illness. Jon has been spending a lot of time at her ocean-facing house, helping with renovations and an expensive makeover. As she’s dying, the woman buys two new cars and new furniture and appliances. Her two brothers are shocked when they finally get hold of her will after she dies and discover she has changed it to make Jon the new prime beneficiary and executor. Almost everything in her multimillion-dollar estate is left to Jon, a stranger to her brothers, who investigate legal action believing she was of unsound mind. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigations reveal Jon’s fast work to get federal government welfare payments diverted from Bronwyn’s bank account to his account when she went missing. The single parent pension and other payments to Bronwyn to help her raise the children were cut off quickly after Jon said it should be going to him. Andy Read says Jon’s actions were not those of someone expecting Bronwyn to come back. A ‘lightbulb moment’ during filming with the podcast team at Hedley’s house results in Andy making a formal approach to the State Coroner, asking her to order a proper search under the slab of the house at Illawong. The retired detective sergeant Glenn Taylor has become highly suspicious of the slab as a result of fresh information. He says police should be looking there as a priority. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Go behind the scenes of the podcast in a very special new series of video episodes, live now at bronwynpodcast.com. Plus, you can read more about this case, see photographs, maps, timelines and more at the website. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andy seeks expert advice about the x-raying of a concrete slab at a house in Illawong in The Shire – the place he refers to as God's Country, where he and Bronwyn grew up. After getting more intel about a concrete pour in May 1993, Andy and Madi visit and are more suspicious about what went on at the former building site in Illawong where Jon had been bricklaying. Jon's friend at the time, builder Glenn Webster, discloses knowledge of his former family home and an area which would have been easiest to dig to conceal a body. A neighbour reveals something Chrystal told her about the boot of the Ford Falcon. It alarmed her at the time and has troubled her since 1993. Season 2 of Bronwyn winds down with Season 3 returning early 2025. A video being shot behind-the-scenes with Madi, retired detective Glenn Taylor, Hedley, Andy, Michelle, Deb and Murray's daughter Mel, Karina and others will come first. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ‘smoking gun' is data from the phone company about any local calls made from Sandstone Crescent on the night of May 16, 1993. Jon insists that Bronwyn made a couple of local calls, then a car came to pick her up and she disappeared. But if no local calls were made, his story falls over. Hedley and Karina hunt for local call data which fell between the cracks during previous police investigations. Terry and Heather Freeman track down a Ford Falcon XF sedan with a large LPG tank to test if there was space for Bronwyn's body to fit in the boot. Andy, Hedley and Madi meet in the Shire to investigate the house Jon was helping build in May 1993. Jon drove the Ford Falcon overnight from Lennox Head to the Shire hours after Bronwyn vanished. One or two days later, a concrete pour made a garage slab and a large patio at the house. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon disparages Bronwyn's mother Barbara as a sex worker. In one of his final comments in his 1998 interview with police investigating the disappearance of Jon's estranged wife five years earlier, Jon's smear of the grandmother of Lauren and Chrystal goes unchallenged until now. Kim Marshall and her brother Andy emphatically reject the labelling and explain Barbara's mental illness struggles as depression took hold. A deeply personal account of Barbara's life story is told through her own statement to police. Bronwyn's long-silent sister Melissa comes forward, shedding more light on Jon's controlling nature and his jealousy of Bronwyn's relationships with her friends and siblings. Inconsistencies and omissions in Jon's 1998 account of his conversations with Bronwyn and their actions on the night of her disappearance are singled out for special attention by listeners who zero in on the detail and compare it with known evidence and Jon's earlier versions. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Commissioner Karen Webb and her top Homicide detectives come under fire. Bronwyn's brother, Andy Read, calls out a lack of effort, urgency and competence in the police investigations of his sister's case, which has been hopelessly bungled all the way back to 1993. Commissioner Webb and her top Homicide detective Danny Doherty look uncomfortable and unwilling to talk about a case which has embarrassed detectives for three decades. Jon insists that Bronwyn went back to the house in Sandstone Crescent about six weeks after her disappearance, yet nobody saw her. Jon says Bronwyn left behind a Medicare cheque – and he says she must have signed it. Jon adds that Bronwyn took two bags of her own clothing as well as a pair of Jon's jeans. It's proof of life, according to Jon. Andy, Megan and Kim ridicule his claims. The signature on the cheque appears to be a crude forgery.  Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A politician and a leading newspaper speculate that a serial killer could have murdered Bronwyn and 66 other women on the New South Wales north coast over the past three decades. Bronwyn's daughter Chrystal – who still supports Jon Winfield – welcomes news of a possible serial killer instead of her step-father being responsible for Bronwyn's presumed slaying. In stark contrast, other members of the Read family point the finger at Jon. The powerful emotions and different views fuel family tensions and lead to Chrystal icing cousin Madi Walsh. Bronwyn's youngest daughter, Lauren, who also backs her Dad, hits out at podcast listeners, calling some "gutless keyboard bullies who think they're detective heroes". Analysis of Detective Sergeant Glenn Taylor's 1998 interview with Jon raises more mystery because of Jon's omission of key information about what he did for a few hours in the Shire, the day after Bronwyn disappeared on the night of May 16, 1993. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can – contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For 31 years, key parts of Jon's story have been taken for granted. Even while he has been a longtime murder suspect, nobody challenged Jon's claims that he made two long-distance telephone calls from the house at Sandstone Crescent on the night Bronwyn was last seen alive. The first call, he claimed, was made to his daughter Jodie. The second one to his brother Peter. Hedley Thomas and Matt Condon delve deeply into Jon's own words from his recorded interview with police in 1998, and they test the veracity of these claims by retracing his steps on the fateful night. They conclude that Bronwyn, not Jon, made those calls when she was fearful about his return. Pro sleuthing by avid listener and experienced lawyer Karina Berger as she searches for an airline's flights timetable from 1993 leads to a breakthrough. But Jon says Bronwyn has just started a new life with a mystery boyfriend. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What was going on in Jon's marriage to Bronwyn leading up to the separation in 1993? Why did he suddenly take a flight from Sydney one Sunday afternoon to return to the house in Lennox Head when Bronwyn moved back in with her daughters? What did Bronwyn say and do when he turned up at the front door? What did they talk about when he went inside the house? Did he know that Bronwyn was getting legal advice about her rights to the property? These questions and many more are asked in Jon's only interview with the then Detective Sergeant Glenn Taylor. Analysis of his answers throws up new leads as renowned forensic biologist Dr Kirsty Wright advises Hedley and Madi on how a possible crime scene should have been quarantined and examined. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A surprise message opens a long-closed door to Jon's secret past. Sonia Lee has been listening to every episode in the Bronwyn podcast series while weighing the right time to come forward for the first time. She made a promise to her grandmother on her death bed to tell the truth about her biological father when the time was right. A man she has never known— but is now hearing so much about. In a remarkable interview with Hedley Thomas, Sonia Lee reveals her biological father is Jon Winfield, and his then-girlfriend was 15 and left heartbroken when Jon denied being the father. He refused to help her or his baby. Bronwyn's sister-in-law, Michelle Read, recovers an historic document from the files of the police Unsolved Homicide unit, confirming Jon's conduct. Sonia Lee says Jon needs to stop lying. She hopes her truth can help solve Bronwyn's cold case.  Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An update from the Bronwyn team: Listen to a taste of Episode 15, the latest in Bronwyn's second season. The full episode is live now at bronwynpodcast.com, where you can also see subscriber-only content like photographs, maps, timelines.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his first and only formal interview with police, Jon Winfield shared his account of what happened to his estranged wife, Bronwyn, in 1993. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An update from the Bronwyn team: Listen to a taste of Episode 13, which kicks off Season 2. The full episode is live now at bronwynpodcast.com, along with episodes 11 and 12. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Distressing evidence from Jon Winfield's first wife, Jennifer Mason, was part of the police brief which the then-Detective Sergeant Glenn Taylor believed would result in a prosecution over Bronwyn's disappearance. A dispute over the identity of her first daughter's father resulted in Jon challenging one man to have his DNA tested. At Lake Ainsworth, on the northern edge of Lennox Head, locals joined with volunteers and Bronwyn's brother, Andy, to try to find her body beneath the dark, stained waters. Bronwyn's half-sister Kim helps to discover what Bronwyn meant when she wrote that she was going “on a short break”. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian and Sky News Political Commentator Chris Kenny, joined Peter Gleeson on 4BC Drive as Australia's only broadsheet newspaper marks its 60th anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A short walk from the sandy northern beaches of Lennox Head is a lake loved by locals and visitors alike. It is deep only in a few places, but nobody can see the bottom - the waters of eerie Lake Ainsworth are always dark because of staining from the leaves of the Tea Trees which flourish on the foreshore. As a result of Judy Singh's disclosures, Andy Read and locals including Murray and Scruffy fear Bronwyn's body has been at the bottom of the lake since May 1993. Madi has been doing her homework on the possibilities and she wants to start searching. But a house block near bushland in the ‘Shire' south of Sydney, where Jon was bricklaying immediately before, and after, Bronwyn's disappearance, is also under a cloud of suspicion. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the footy news from AFL 360, Wednesday the 10th of July with Gerard Whateley and Mark Robinson. Gerard and Robbo discuss the fallout from the Adam Simpson sacking as they discuss why Simmo declined his farewell game this coming weekend. Robbo then takes aim at the West Australian newspaper for their 'disrespectful' image following Adam Simpson's sacking. The panel then discuss the Magpies v Cats Friday night blockbuster as questions surrounding the Magpies continue to be in air. For more of the show tune in on Fox Footy & KAYO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bronwyn's friends and loved ones reel as the revelation of Judy Singh's sighting of what appeared to be a body wrapped in a sheet, being driven away by her estranged husband Jon Winfield in 1993, is understood. Detectives fly north to take a statement from Judy. They drive her to her old home in Lennox Head as part of a renewed homicide investigation. Former neighbour Murray Nolan admits deep regret about his handling of potentially game-changing information he withheld from detectives in 1993 when he regarded Jon as his surfing mate. But as Bronwyn's family looks forward to a possible resolution of this 31-year-old alleged murder, tensions boil over. Back in the Shire, Andy is confident he's solved a puzzle which might provide a powerful clue to the whereabouts of Bronwyn's body. Jon denies wrongdoing.  Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new witness emerges with a chilling account of seeing what she fears was Bronwyn Winfield's body wrapped in sheets in the back of a car, in a development that could change everything in the 31 year mystery. Retired nurse and former Lennox Head resident Judy Singh lived about 50m from the Winfields and says she tried to report what she saw from her upper level balcony to local police within weeks, and at Byron Bay station years later when she was accompanied by a doctor from New Zealand. The doctor verifies the account of going to the station. And Bronwyn's daughter Chrystal speaks to police as a 16-year-old in 1999. Chrystal tells investigators she fell asleep to the sound of her Mum crying and arguing with Jon on the night Bronwyn vanished six years earlier. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As celebrities from Hollywood stars Chris Hemsworth to Simon Baker wax lyrical about Lennox Head, locals like Scruffy speculate about Bronwyn and the whereabouts of her remains. Analysis of a missing person report made to police by her estranged husband Jon Winfield in late May, 1993, strongly suggests that Bronwyn is alive and telephoned Jon's daughter Jodie to say she had moved to Queensland and would not be coming back. Bronwyn's brother Andy Read describes it as a lie to try to show proof of life. In her absence, Bronwyn is described in the missing person report filed by Jon as having come from a ‘deranged' family. The dedicated mother of two girls couldn't defend herself against lurid claims that she was like her mother, Barbara. Bronwyn's cousin Megan emphatically rejects suggestions that she unwittingly helped Jon. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Analysis of police internal running sheets and other files from 1993, when Bronwyn disappeared in Lennox Head, reveals remarkable red flags – yet local detectives still didn't treat the case as probable foul play.   After making fundamental errors with key evidence on the timing of phone calls, documents show that the cop in charge suggests Bronwyn has left the house voluntarily and returned to Sandstone Crescent to make a call at 2.13am to check lottery results.   Bronwyn's sister-in-law Michelle Read discovers an extraordinary police failure. Women who were questioned back then express their frustration at the tone and conduct of the 1993 investigation. Other informants come forward after hearing the podcast. Meanwhile, rallies across Australia raise a national crisis of domestic violence and the murders of women. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bronwyn's estranged husband, Jon, hastily packs the family car for an unplanned drive through the night to Sydney with the two girls. His neighbour, Murray Nolan, hears the car's distinctive brakes and is surprised to see the Ford sedan quietly rolling down Sandstone Crescent with lights off and engine off at 10:40pm on Sunday, May 16, 1993. When Jon arrives in Sydney he says Bronwyn has gone away for a break, leaving him to look after the girls. Bronwyn is never seen again and friends say she had no plans to go away. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon's second wife reveals some home truths about her brief failed marriage and why she decided to file for divorce, triggering a bitter row over the house she and Jon built in Sandstone Crescent, Lennox Head. The house is close to where Bronwyn would build a house with Jon several years later. When Bronwyn decides to get a locksmith in and take her lawyer's advice to move back into the house, friends are worried for her. One reveals that she talked to Bronwyn on the day she vanished – May 16, 1993 – and insists that the devoted mother of two had made no mention of going away for a break. Jon decides to fly back to Lennox Head from Sydney, arriving on the Sunday evening after going to see police at nearby Ballina. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine chairman denies knocking journalist to the ground – and Hedley Thomas reveals a chilling twist in Bronwyn podcast.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a toxic relationship. Friends and family recall Bronwyn's sadness and frustrations over what appears to be coercive control and emotional violence. Bronwyn's efforts to keep the family home ‘immaculate' while raising children take a toll. Crumbs or soft drink spills on the floor anger Jon, who doesn't want visitors and directs the children to play in the garage to avoid making a mess. Neighbours, friends, and their children see a woman living in fear. Bronwyn tells a friend that Jon threatens her and put his hands around her throat as if to strangle her. She is desperate for money to pay for the solicitor giving her legal advice in the marriage breakdown. Bronwyn struggles to pay the bills in a rented townhouse with her two girls while Jon stays in the house. Jon says Bronwyn's side of the family has a history of mental illness. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How officials robbed a young woman of her Olympic dream - and the truth about fellow swimmer Dawn Fraser's 10-year-ban. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The public broadcaster ABC faces a serious issue highlighted by Laura Tingle's racism rant, revealing a breach of impartiality. Critics argue that the broadcaster, commonly known as Aunty, has grown too large, institutionally left-leaning, and arrogant, especially in handling dissenting voices. Mike discusses this with Tom Switzer, The Australian Newspaper contributor, Executive Director of the Centre for Independent Studies & former ABC presenter, whose programme aimed to challenge prevailing views with conservative perspectives. Despite past periods of national service, the ABC now appears to cater predominantly to a left-liberal demographic, neglecting its obligation to represent diverse viewpoints, causing frustration and alienation among many Australians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an idyllic surf town, Bronwyn Winfield is a loving young mother determined to divorce her husband Jon and start again with her two daughters. She writes about her life and describes a deeply unhappy marriage. She tells friends and relatives that she fears Jon. Bronwyn discloses firm plans including an imminent meeting with a lawyer advising her about her separation from her estranged husband. Jon has a strong tether to the family home. He built it. Bronwyn calls it ‘Jon's castle, my prison', but the house is at risk of being sold in a break-up. When Bronwyn suddenly disappears, Jon keeps the house and the two girls. And nobody sees or hears from Bronwyn again. Jon denies foul play and says his wife went away for a break. He still surfs most days. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com.  If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.au If you need support, Lifeline can be reached on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicholas Cowdery told Bronwyn Winfield's family there was “no evidence” her husband killed her – and he's sticking by it. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 - and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian's app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Teacher's Pet creator Hedley Thomas returns with a new podcast investigation for The Australian.  Subscribers to The Australian and registered users hear episodes of ‘Bronwyn' first at theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GUEST OVERVIEW: Marc Hendrickx is a geologist, blogger and author. In 2007 he started a Phd project at Macquarie University looking at the relationship between natural occurrences of asbestos and mesothelioma in South and eastern Australia. Marc's first foray into blogging was in 2009 with a blog called "ABC News Watch" https://abcnewswatch.blogspot.com/ The blog focused on fact-checking ABC news stories, particularly relating to ABC's biased climate change coverage, sending in complaints and publishing the results. The blog scored 33 upheld complaints and contributed to ABC altering its complaints handling process. A number of feature articles from the blog relating to ABC's biased news were published in The Australian Newspaper. He started his Right to Climb blog https://righttoclimb.blogspot.com/ in 2017 when the permanent closure of the Ayers Rock climb was announced. He has been a regular contributor to Quadrant magazine and the Spectator Australia. He is the author of a number of satirical books on climate change and Guides to climbing Ayers Rock and Mt Warning.

GUEST OVERVIEW: Marc Hendrickx is a geologist, blogger and author. In 2007 he started a Phd project at Macquarie University looking at the relationship between natural occurrences of asbestos and mesothelioma in South and eastern Australia. Marc's first foray into blogging was in 2009 with a blog called "ABC News Watch" https://abcnewswatch.blogspot.com/ The blog focused on fact-checking ABC news stories, particularly relating to ABC's biased climate change coverage, sending in complaints and publishing the results. The blog scored 33 upheld complaints and contributed to ABC altering its complaints handling process. A number of feature articles from the blog relating to ABC's biased news were published in The Australian Newspaper. He started his Right to Climb blog https://righttoclimb.blogspot.com/ in 2017 when the permanent closure of the Ayers Rock climb was announced. He has been a regular contributor to Quadrant magazine and the Spectator Australia. He is the author of a number of satirical books on climate change and Guides to climbing Ayers Rock and Mt Warning.

Michael McLaren is joined by Dr Paul Monk, former head of the China desk in the Defence Intelligence Organisation & author, to discuss his latest Australian Newspaper opinion piece titled, ‘U.S. must come clean on what it's hiding about Covid origins'. Four years after the onset of Covid-19, the origin remains uncertain, with debates over a lab leak or zoonosis.  The Chinese Communist Party's suppression of information contributes to the ambiguity, but the US government, or specific factions within it, also share responsibility.  The crucial distinction lies in the US's constitutional framework and legal structures, allowing for potential revelation of information in contrast to the opaque nature of the Chinese Communist Party's control.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael McLaren speaks with Matthew Denholm, Tasmania Correspondent for The Australian Newspaper about the potential of issues with power due to their reliance on reknewables. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nightlife examines the foundations of media power focusing on how the Fairfax, Packer, and Murdoch empires grew out of the post-World War Two Australian media climate.   

Australia's Treasurer, Dr Jim Chalmers (pictured), had little to say about the climate crisis during a presentation he gave to the annual Outlook Conference in Melbourne on November 2. But of course, his address was tailored to his audience, with many of the 200 or so people there being either economists or academics whose prevailing interest focused on money matters. The Treasurer's address covered all the expected "motherhood" statements about his recent Budget being fair, giving everyone a go, responsive to the prevailing world conditions and, of course, responsible. The Melbourne conference, which was celebrating its 20th year, is the work of The Australian Newspaper and The Melbourne Institute from the University of Melbourne. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/robert-mclean/message

In this episode I met with a person who has spent his adult life actively pursuing his purpose.He's an entrepreneur, grandfather, mentor and much more.Our conversation brought out some of his greatest challenges and lessons so far, and highlighted the gifts along the way.He is a person who demonstrates how to live on purpose each and every day.  I present to you, Ian Westmoreland.  Here's a summary of what we discussed:05:00 - the beginning of the journey09:02 - the pull for more meaning in his work09:30 - the MAGIC moment of clarity20:26 - the motivation behind the first entrepreneurial venture22:15 - we all have a purpose 30:02 - the village connectionand much more…Here's some information about our guest:Ian Westmoreland, Founder of Mentoring Men and Kintsugi HeroesOn 10 September 2013 I experienced a life changing moment that led to a decision to retire from paid work in May 2014 and commence a volunteer mentoring career.I initially volunteered with the Raise Foundation, Kidshope and COACH mentoring programs and then in 2018 after experiencing a life challenge I searched for an organisation that provided free long-term one to one “life” mentoring to Australian men.I was surprised and disappointed to find that no suitable program existed especially for a demographic that historically struggles with vulnerability and who would benefit from having someone support them in their life journey. In response I commenced development of the Mentoring Men program in June 2018 and the program was officially launched by Julian Leeser, Federal Member for Berowra in November 2018.I am currently establishing Kintsugi Heroes with a purpose of “uncovering our hidden value” and it will provide uplifting and inspirational content to people who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing significant life challenges. The podcast launch will be late 2022 and the first Kindle and printed book are expected to be published in Q1 2023.Something Interesting About YouI used to import squash & tennis racketsI ran a milk barI have 12 grandkidsI won a gold medal playing tennis in the World Masters GamesI broke my collarbone twiceWhat Are You Famous For?I was on the front page of the Australian Newspaper in the 1960s for pretending to play a didgeridoo in the Dandenong Town HallI was interviewed live on Sky News a couple of years ago - https://www.skynews.com.au/australia-news/mentoring-men-organisation-aims-to-help-australian-men-with-mental-health-issues/video/f364084f0dc40de127ac9bfa5baceacbContact:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-westmoreland-mentor-menshealth/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005089007984Check out our previous episode here.The purpose of the 6 Star Business is to help businesses find more meaning, purpose and profits in their endeavours. We seek to 'do it differently' and encourage everyone to rise above the status quo to do what it takes to be different: with meaning, purpose and intention. With those key ingredients, you'll be on your way to 6 Stars faster than you realise! If you'd like to get in touch please contact us at contact@6star.business

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Tony Lopes.  Tony lives in Australia and is the driving force behind the internationally known comic strip, “Insanity Streak”. His comic strip has won numerous awards and is translated into several languages.Tony sponsors an annual Cartoon Caption Contest. His current contest is now open until September 20th. To enter, click on this link:https://www.tonylopes.com.au/caption-contest-2022/To read more about Tony, visit his website here:https://www.tonylopes.com.auTony also has a line of greeting cards available here in the states. Check them out here:https://tinyurl.com/TonyCardsWe also talk about the decision by the Australian Newspaper syndicate, News Corp, to drop the daily cartoon page from their papers. This will have a significant impact on many Australian cartoonists (not to mention the disappointed readers when they discover their daily humor fix is no longer there). Let News Corp know how you feel about them dropping this century old tradition of having a newspaper comics page by emailing them at one of these addresses:letters@dailytelegraph.com.auorreaderfeedback@heraldsun.com.au On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss...  The winning caption for New Yorker contest #814 Finalists for contest #816 Current New Yorker Contest #818 Send us questions or comments to:  Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

Michael is joined by Peter van Onselen, Contributing Editor at the Australian Newspaper, to discuss the merits of Teal independent Dr Sophie Scamps' call for a ban on junk food advertising and sponsorship to children on TV & social media. The new federal MP for Mackellar, an emergency doctor and former high-performance athlete, will introduce a private member's bill for the ban, suggesting it's fuelling an obesity epidemic among youth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian's cricket writer Peter Lalor _ one of the leading scribes in the country _ joins us as the UAE threat to the Big Bash hots up

It's time for the Glossy's! Britney Spears and Sam Asghari reportedly sign a pre-nup. Liam Gallagher branded Kanye a "f-ing weirdo". Whoopi Goldberg slams Aussie newspaper for outing Rebel Wilson. And Sir Mick Jagger tests positive to Covid-19 ahead of new shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Sheridan from The Australian Newspaper told Liam Bartlett that the interception by a Chinese J-16 aircraft was aggressive, reckless, dangerous and irresponsible. Speaking on 6PR Mornings Sheridan explained that it was a typical act of Beijing Policy in the Indo-Pacific. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by Chris Kenny, The Australian Newspaper's Associate editor (national affairs) & Sky News host of the Kenny Report, about what he calls the central failure of this election campaign with neither side addressing Australia's mounting debt. Mr Kenny points out, ‘What is worse is that the promises from both major parties, and most of the minors, will only compound our problems.' ‘Government programs and expenditure are overwhelming our economy and our society. The interventions and spending have rapidly reached the highest levels since the war; and we pretend this is sustainable.' ‘For every problem, real or perceived, every grievance, every gripe and every itch that needs to be scratched, we see the offer of a government solution. Labor is worse, to be sure, but the Coalition too, has been sucked ever deeper down this cul-de-sac.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick Commins, The Australian Newspaper's economics correspondent, joins Michael to discuss his recent article looking at Australia's inflation which has gone from an ‘historic opportunity to historic cock-up'. Mr Cummins writes, ‘This is the reality facing Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe, who now has to admit that under his watch, and in striving for full employment, the central bank has let inflation run too far with no monetary response.' ‘Dr Lowe's assurances that Australia was somehow dramatically different from places such as the United States, United Kingdom, Canada – even New Zealand, for goodness sake – where consumer price growth has careened out of control have been proved hollow by today's inflation figures.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(Dr) Peter van Onselen, Contributing Editor at the Australian Newspaper, Political Editor at Network & Co-Author of 'The Turnbull Gamble', joins Michael to discuss his recent article that looks into the Coalition's home loan guarantee scheme. Mr van Onselen writes, ‘The Coalition's home loan guarantee scheme is a classic case of the superficial winning out over prudent policy development. Good politics trumping good economics.' ‘Just watch as the individuals who have signed up to this scheme begin to suffer with rising interest rates and falling property prices in the years ahead.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kimberley Quinlan is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Specializing in anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders and body-focused repetitive behaviors, she provides one-on-one treatment and online courses for those who are struggling in these areas.Kimberley is known for her vibrant and mindful approach to mental health issues and is an expert presenter and support group facilitator for various conferences such as the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) Conference, Trichotillomania Learning Center Conference, and Los Angeles County Psychological Association Eating Disorder Interest Group.She has been featured in many world-renowned and prestigious media outlets, such as The Washington Post, The LA Times, The Wall Street Journal, NPR (National Public Radio), KCRW public radio, The Seattle Times, and The Australian Newspaper. Kimberley has also consulted on various mental health issues with programs such as ABC's 20/20 and Telemundo.Kimberley is available to speak about any mental health topics, including anxiety and eating disorder management, mindfulness tools, mental health stigma, and mental well-being.Support the show (https://pod.fan/the-dude-therapist)

Michael is joined by Gideon Haigh, the Australian Newspaper's senior cricket writer & author of more than 20 books on cricket, about his recent article that looks at Tim Paine's ‘sexting' scandal and his resignation as Australian cricket captain.'   Mr Haigh writes, ‘The board of Cricket Australia was unaware of Paine's private peccadillos at the time of his appointment, but learned of them soon after, thanks to a complaint by the co-respondent, an employee of Cricket Tasmania.   ‘Two investigations deemed the matter private, and not to infringe the complex codes of conduct that contemporary cricketers are required to observe. Paine proved, as we know, a sound choice — one on which CA regularly congratulated itself.'   ‘Now Paine's prior indiscretion has reached out and tapped him on the shoulder, for reasons that will probably grow clearer as more emerges, but may not be unconnected to money.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by Tim Dodd, the Australian Newspaper's higher education editor, regarding Australia's dilemma of wanting international students back, but many have been jabbed with Sinovac, which we don't recognise as a vaccine.   Mr Dodd writes, ‘why can't international students arrive in larger numbers next year if the Australian population is substantially vaccinated.  As long as the students are also vaccinated and they go through the same quarantine and other medical checks which apply to other arrivals, then what's the problem?'   'As it turns out there are several. And unfortunately they are major barriers in the way of an early scale up of international student arrivals.'   'The first problem is the lack of mutual recognition of vaccines. Students from China, Australia's largest international education market, are vaccinated with Sinovac or Sinopharm, neither of which are recognised by Australia.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're talking to Greg Sheridan the Foreign Editor of the Australian Newspaper about his new book, 'Christians: The Urgent Case for Jesus in Our World'. Help Vision to keep 'Connecting Faith to Life': https://vision.org.au/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamish Douglass is joined by Michael Morrell, former Deputy Director of the CIA, and Ticky Fullerton, the Australian Newspaper's Business Editor at Large, who hosts this month's discussion on how to approach investing in China during these times of heightened geo-political tensions. Can the US rely on its allies as tensions increase? Could there be extended bans on US nationals investing in China by the Biden administration? Also under discussion, cybercrime and crypto-currency; the regulation of big tech in the US and what keeps them up at night. 

Michael is joined by Paul Monk, Commentator & author of ‘Dictators and Dangerous Ideas', regarding his Australian Newspaper opinion piece that examines South Africa's unrest which began after former president Jacob Zuma began serving a 15-month jail sentence for contempt of court and has seen over 200 people killed.   Mr Monk writes, ‘South Africa has what the World Bank deems the highest levels of social inequality in the world and enormous unemployment levels.'   ‘The black elites have looted the country to the tune of tens of billions of dollars while living high on the hog and staffing their government with ill-educated and opportunistic cronies.'   ‘This is a shocking indictment of the post-apartheid regime and an utter betrayal of the hopes of Nelson Mandela.'   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yoni Bashan, The Australian Newspaper's state political reporter, joins Michael regarding NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet vehemently opposing the lockdown extension signed off at the state's crisis cabinet meeting on Tuesday.   Mr Bashan writes that ‘Mr Perrottet rejected the proposal, arguing that it would cause immense harm to businesses across Greater Sydney due to the lack of financial assistance they would receive, namely JobKeeper.'   ‘The crisis cabinet is chaired by Premier Gladys Berejiklian and attended by senior cabinet ministers, including Deputy Premier John Barilaro, Health Minister Brad Hazzard, Jobs Minister Stuart Ayres and Customer Service Minister Victor Dominello.'   ‘Mr Perrottet is understood to have been the only minister to dissent from the proposal to extend the lockdown by seven days and he too declined to comment on the discussions when contacted.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Evans, The Australian Newspaper resource editor, joins Michael to discuss the push by China into Africa for iron ore and whether it could be curtains for WA and Australia's economy.   Mr Evans writes, ‘China's Pilbara-killing ambitions in Africa are taking shape, with a former ASX-listed company with links to major Chinese state-owned companies emerging as the likely developer of a suite of iron ore projects in Cameroon and the Republic of Congo.'   ‘A deal signed between the government of Cameroon and former ASX-listed minnow AustSino Resources on the weekend appears to cement Chinese control of a group of iron ore projects stripped from Australian and British resource companies, and offers a path to market for up to 100 million tonnes of iron ore from central Africa through a port and rail deal.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by Matthew Denholm, Tasmania Correspondent for The Australian Newspaper, regarding the gamble of an early election appearing to have paid off for Peter Gutwein and the Tasmania Liberals…just.   Mr Gutwein writes, ‘While not yet able to claim majority, the Liberals have at least 12 seats and most likely the magic 13 to govern alone in the 25 seat Assembly.’   ‘That result rests on tight tussle for the fifth seat in Hobart-based Clark, between one of several Liberals and the woman the party dumped on the election eve, independent Sue Hickey.’   ‘Given that the Liberals effectively had 13 seats before the election, with independent Madeleine Ogilvie joining the party just after the poll was called, voters might wonder what all the fuss was about.’   ‘But for Gutwein, barring any unexpected twist in the sometimes torturous Hare-Clark count, it means a fresh mandate, in his own right, for another four years.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a delicious way to end 2020’s ran of magnificent guests. I could have talked to Annabelle Hickson for a month - obviously, we would need some loo breaks and plenty of tea and cake. Annabelle or Annie as she is known left her job as a news writer at The Australian Newspaper to follow her heart and farmer partner Ed. They bought a pecan farm and Annie started to teach herself photography and immersed herself in regional Australia life. Her first book ‘A Tree In The House’, followed by a podcast ‘Dispatch To A Friend’ and most recently she has published ‘Galah’ She has just launched the first issue of a magnificent magazine ‘Galah’. In a similar vein to #buyfromthebush, Annabelle is showcasing the best of regional Australia and how you can bring the outside in, for the ultimate decorating inspiration. After years of drought, dust-storms and now a global pandemic, it’s never been a better time to support regional and rural Australia– consider GALAH to be your guide.Check out everything Annabelle Hickson at her website and sit back and enjoy our natter.www.annabellehickson.com@galah.press@annabellehickson See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What a delicious way to end 2020’s ran of magnificent guests. I could have talked to Annabelle Hickson for a month - obviously, we would need some loo breaks and plenty of tea and cake. Annabelle or Annie as she is known left her job as a news writer at The Australian Newspaper to follow her heart and farmer partner Ed. They bought a pecan farm and Annie started to teach herself photography and immersed herself in regional Australia life. Her first book ‘A Tree In The House’, followed by a podcast ‘Dispatch To A Friend’ and most recently she has published ‘Galah’ She has just launched the first issue of a magnificent magazine ‘Galah’. In a similar vein to #buyfromthebush, Annabelle is showcasing the best of regional Australia and how you can bring the outside in, for the ultimate decorating inspiration. After years of drought, dust-storms and now a global pandemic, it’s never been a better time to support regional and rural Australia– consider GALAH to be your guide.Check out everything Annabelle Hickson at her website and sit back and enjoy our natter.www.annabellehickson.com@galah.press@annabellehickson See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dennis Shanahan, Political editor of The Australian Newspaper, joins Michael regarding a new push for parliament to revisit and rectify the unjust, unfair and politically motivated dismissal of Labor MP Hugh Mahon which was spurred by personal animosity, political gain and a grab to secure government. Mr Shanahan writes, ‘one hundred years ago on November 11, 1920, amid a fever of anti-Catholic and anti-Irish sentiment, a fervour for the British Empire after World War I and one of the most divisive political debates in Australian history over conscription, Nationalist Prime Minister Billy Hughes successfully moved to expel Labor MP Hugh Mahon from parliament.’ ‘The expulsion was passed on partisan lines after the debate was shut down by the government.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Grant is joined by Peter Switzer, from Switzer.com.au, for his view regarding the controversial ‘Bail In Legislation’ that was rushed by Parliament on 14 February 2018, with just seven senators present in the Senate chamber and without a recorded vote.   It is intended to provide relief to financial institutions on the brink of failure by requiring the cancellation of debts owed to creditors and depositors.    Bailouts help to prevent creditors from taking on losses while bail-ins mandate creditors to take losses.   *includes audio of The Australian Newspaper's Adam Creighton speaking with Alan Jones on Mr Jones' Sky News programme See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by Cameron Stewart, Washington Correspondent for The Australian Newspaper & U.S. contributor for Sky News Australia, who writes that Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s extraordinary life of achievement transcended politics, but sadly her death is all about politics. ‘For the 87 year old justice to die barely six weeks before the election is an American tragedy for liberals and a historic opportunity for conservatives.’ ‘Donald Trump’s Republicans and Joe Biden’s Democrats are instantly at war over whether Ginsburg should be replaced before the election.’ ‘There are two key questions here. The first is whether a conservative replacement for Ginsburg will happen before the election. The second is what impact her death will have on the election campaign.’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The risk of spreading the virus through Holy Communion in Greek Orthodox churches in Sydney is discussed extensively in an article by Daily Telegraph. - Ημερήσια Αυστραλιανή εφημερίδα δημοσιεύει σήμερα εκτενές άρθρο για την Θεία Κοινωνία στις ελληνο-ορθόδοξες εκκλησίες της Αρχιεπισκοπής στο Σύδνεϋ και θέτει ερωτήματα σχετικά με το κατά πόσο η λήψη της Θείας Ευχαριστίας είναι ασφαλής στην περίοδο της πανδημίας.

Journalist Adrian Tame shares the memories he has from his adventures at Australia's most notorious tabloid The Truth in his new book, The Awful Truth.

Michael is joined by Dr Jamal Rifi, Medical practitioner & prominent member of the Lebanese Muslim community, who wrote in yesterday’s The Australian Newspaper that ‘Lebanon’s descent into madness was almost complete before massive explosions at the Port of Beirut ripped the heart out of the country.’   ‘For many Lebanese, it was the last straw. In October last year, mass protests swept across Lebanon. Tens of thousands of peaceful protesters from across the religious and class divide took to the streets, accusing the political elite of corruption and calling for social and economic reforms.’   ‘If there is to be a new dawn for Lebanon, it will need governments such as ours to demand change. Foremost is a decision to declare and ban Hezbollah as a terrorist organisation, in line with the US, Canada, Germany, Britain, The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Kuwait.’ See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Peter Lalor, Chief Cricket writer from The Australian Newspaper, joins us to cover all the cricket headlines. Paul and Menners also review episode 6 of 'The Test'.Head to Instagram and Twitter: @auscricketpodEmail us: auscricketpod@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We break down the Prime Minister's meaningless speech patterns, then dig into the politics of journalism and climate change. Morrison’s wordsScott Morrison hates hiding under the doona. Not Good Enough is a pro doona podcast.Is Morrison copying Buttigieg, copying Obama?What is the Promise of Australia?As immigration minister, Morrison awarded himself a trophy celebrating stopping the boats.He has no idea how to deal with people with less power.Employment Minister Michaelia Cash advocates “Having A Curry For The Country”.Climate news and climate journalismGreenpeace has released an investigation into News Corp’s role in pushing the fake narrative around Australia’s bushfires, with an accompanying short documentary.Annabel Crabb is responsible for pushing the narrative of Scott Morrison as the goofy dad. In 2015 she cooked dinner with a man responsible for the deaths of asylum seekers.Australia’s Coronavirus commission, responsible for creating a plan for economic recovery, is heavily stacked with oil and gas executives.Shell oil has announced they plan to be carbon neutral by 2050.Blackrock, the world’s biggest investment firm, is divesting from fossil fuels.Unions and why you need themThe NTEU have been shown to be in secret negotiations with university leadership to cut hours of casual workers by 10% and wages by 15%.RMIT university has taken the lead by firing 200 casual workers, and asking other workers to pick up the slack.If you’re worried about being screwed over by the NTEU, join the NTEU Fightback group. Here’s the Google Drive with resources and talking points.BHP implemented a new enterprise agreement that left workers worse off than the award minimum.Gerard Boyce, the Fair Work Comissioner responsible for oversight of minimum wages shared internal modeling with BHP. He also decorated his office with big tiddy anime figurines.Senator James McGrath reckons he’ll own the libs with some taxidermy.Smooth brain business newsA Northern Territory business lobby has proposed re-opening climbing on Uluru.The Australian Newspaper has appointed Michelle Gun as their first female editor. Is this a glass cliff?ActionsIf you’re concerned about work in higher education, link up with NTEU fightback:TwitterFacebookDownloadable resourcesTell your friends, and please give us a review on Apple Podcasts!

Cameron Stewart, Associate Editor & Washington Correspondent of The Australian Newspaper, joins Luke Grant about his article regarding US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo claiming there is now ‘enormous evidence’ that coronavirus came from a research laboratory in Wuhan in China.   Mr Stewart writes, “his comments are the strongest US claim so far linking the virus to Chinese scientists and will add to pressure on China to explain the origins of the virus that has cut a swath of death and economic pain across the world.’     ‘“There is enormous evidence that (a Wuhan lab) is where this began,’ Mr Pompeo said.’

Step inside the world of Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival, as Jess and Stef take you front row, backstage and beyond. Tune in to conversations with designers, game changers and the hottest Festival guests all week. Hear their inspiring stories, learn the secrets to their success and find out where they get their inspiration. New episodes dropping twice daily.In this episode Jess and Stef sit down with Glynis Traill-Nash, the Fashion Editor of The Australian Newspaper, and one of Australia’s most highly regarded fashion writers.Want to experience How Two Live: The Podcast live? Purchase tickets to an exclusive interview with Sans Beast founder, Cathryn Wills, from the VAMFF VIP Lounge here.Come find us in the Plaza at VAMFF all week!You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.You can find Glynis on Instagram at @glynistn and on Twitter at @GlynisTN.You can find VAMFF on Instagram @vamff.Join our Facebook group here. To get in touch, email contact@howtwolive.com. CREDITS Music by: KausyEdited by: Andy Maher Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Supratim Adhikari is the technology editor for the Australian Newspaper. Prior to setting agenda's on technology and business discourse nationwide, he had lived in India and Trinidad. When he came to Australia he found himself as a chef at Attica, considered to be Australia’s best restaurant. Far from being satisfied landing in an amazing, ground-breaking, kitchen, Supratim, the renaissance man, landed a job at the Australian newspaper in Business and now technology. Supratim has witnessed Disruption with massive changes in the newsroom. We talk about how did we go from great journalism to a hyper commoditised product. We discuss the interaction and intersection of technology and business, and particular in Australia we discuss digital transformation and productivity gains from technology. Enjoy our discussion.

The West Australian newspaper did a cover story announcing that a deal to bring the world's famous player is "about to be signed". Ronaldo's maternal grandmother lives in Perth. - Edição do final de semana do jornal The West Australian traz o astro do futebol mundial na capa e anuncia que acordo para trazer o jogador para Perth está “quase fechado”. O jogador tem família em Perth, sua avó materna, Maria Angela Spinola vive em Yangebup.

Peter Lalor, Chief Cricket writer for The Australian Newspaper, joins Andrew Menczel with all the news surrounding the Australian team at the World Cup.Keep up with all the World Cup news at: www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/cricket & https://theaustralian.com.au/sport/cricketYou can email the show at: auscricketpod@gmail.comFind Andrew Menczel on twitter @amenners or www.andrewmenczel.comThe podcast is on Instagram & Twitter: @auscricketpod See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What do you want to be when you grow up? We give you three places to look, and ironically for a podcast, some visual ideas for finding your perfect internship. We also hear from The Intern Queen, Lauren Berger. Plus, there are tips on using your networks and some useful web resources. Hosts, Buffy Gorrilla and Ben Pawson, talk with more experts, interns and counsellors to help spark the thoughts: What do you want to do, and where you can do it? We cover how to identify your skills and preferences and recommend websites where you can find current opportunities. There's even a different approach to dreaming up your ideal career. We look at how companies can use LinkedIn and social media to increase their exposure to the best of today's Intern talent. Two people who interned at the big 4 accounting and strategy consulting firms share their stories: an EY alumna and the fascinating route one grad took into AI consulting. This episode features contributions from the following people and organizations. Warren Frehse, Senior Advisor, Experiential Learning, Global Leadership and Employability, UoM Lauren Berger, CEO/Founder InternQueen.com Vivian Gleeson, Business Development Officer, Burnet Institute Hamish Taylor, reporter at the Herald Sun. Grace Chen, final-year student studying the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Melbourne Dhanuka Nanayakkara, Master of Engineering Candidate, University of Melbourne Mary Trumble, Client Solutions Manager, LinkedIn Australia Michelle Lau, Intern at Keep Left PR, Melbourne. Some of the websites we mentioned in this episode: Reviews of companies and interview processes. www.glassdoor.com A list of Australian companies that employ graduates or offer internships, some SME. Sponsored by the Australian Newspaper. www.top100grademployers.com.au As it says, intern programs, mostly formal. www.topinternprograms.com.au Global website, with Australian opportunities. www.gradconnection.com Overseas opportunities listings and resources. http://www.goinglobal.com/ Reviews of overseas opportunities. www.gooverseas.com What colour is my Parachute? Credits: Starting Somewhere is produced by the University of Melbourne Producers: Buffy Gorilla, Ben Pawson, Supervising Producer and original concept: Dr Andi Horvath, Buffy Gorrilla is an award-winning audio journalist and a recent graduate of the University of Melbourne's Master of Journalism programme. Buffy has been a producer at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's (ABC) Radio National and ABC Radio Melbourne. Following a successful internship, Buffy is currently working with RN's Blueprint for Living. She is also the producer for the Masterclass podcast from the University of Melbourne Centre for Advancing Journalism. Ben Pawson is a communications professional that helps organisations and leaders connect to their stories. With experience across the education, arts, disability, science communication and technology sectors he did an internship in fundraising in Scotland after an MBA in France before that worked on blue chip design and marketing projects before changing careers.

What do you want to be when you grow up? We give you three places to look, and ironically for a podcast, some visual ideas for finding your perfect internship. We also hear from The Intern Queen, Lauren Berger. Plus, there are tips on using your networks and some useful web resources.Hosts, Buffy Gorrilla and Ben Pawson, talk with more experts, interns and counsellors to help spark the thoughts: What do you want to do, and where you can do it?We cover how to identify your skills and preferences and recommend websites where you can find current opportunities. There's even a different approach to dreaming up your ideal career.We look at how companies can use LinkedIn and social media to increase their exposure to the best of today’s Intern talent. Two people who interned at the big 4 accounting and strategy consulting firms share their stories: an EY alumna and the fascinating route one grad took into AI consulting.This episode features contributions from the following people and organizations. Warren Frehse, Senior Advisor, Experiential Learning, Global Leadership and Employability, UoMLauren Berger, CEO/Founder InternQueen.comVivian Gleeson, Business Development Officer, Burnet InstituteHamish Taylor, reporter at the Herald Sun. Grace Chen, final-year student studying the Bachelor of Commerce at the University of MelbourneDhanuka Nanayakkara, Master of Engineering Candidate, University of MelbourneMary Trumble, Client Solutions Manager, LinkedIn AustraliaMichelle Lau, Intern at Keep Left PR, Melbourne.Some of the websites we mentioned in this episode:Reviews of companies and interview processes.www.glassdoor.com A list of Australian companies that employ graduates or offer internships, some SME. Sponsored by the Australian Newspaper.www.top100grademployers.com.au As it says, intern programs, mostly formal.www.topinternprograms.com.au Global website, with Australian opportunities.www.gradconnection.com Overseas opportunities listings and resources. http://www.goinglobal.com/ Reviews of overseas opportunities.www.gooverseas.com What colour is my Parachute?Credits: Starting Somewhere is produced by the University of Melbourne Producers: Buffy Gorilla, Ben Pawson, Supervising Producer and original concept: Dr Andi Horvath,Buffy Gorrilla is an award-winning audio journalist and a recent graduate of the University of Melbourne’s Master of Journalism programme. Buffy has been a producer at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's (ABC) Radio National and ABC Radio Melbourne. Following a successful internship, Buffy is currently working with RN’s Blueprint for Living. She is also the producer for the Masterclass podcast from the University of Melbourne Centre for Advancing Journalism.Ben Pawson is a communications professional that helps organisations and leaders connect to their stories. With experience across the education, arts, disability, science communication and technology sectors he did an internship in fundraising in Scotland after an MBA in France before that worked on blue chip design and marketing projects before changing careers.

Check out episode 23 of Lost the Plot, the monthly Canberra book podcast. This this month we talk to special guest Dr Katherine Bode about her incredible project, the Australian Newspaper Fiction Database, and the plethora of forgotten fiction discovered through the National Library of Australia's Trove newspaper digitisation program. You can support Lost the Plot by: visiting the Patreon page at www.patreon.com/tintededges, subscribing to the Tinted Edges website at www.tintededges.com or following the facebook page at www.facebook.com/tintededges. You can check out the show notes here: https://tintededges.com/2018/04/15/lost-the-plot-episode-23-the-australian-newspaper-fiction-database/.

Andrea Clarke has had an exciting and career as international TV News Reporter in some of the most challenging and dangerous areas of the world.  From there, her journey had a few more steps until she started her current business "CareerCEO". That's where she helps in particular women to find their voice.  I loved the conversation on adversity and the ups and downs in life! Enjoy! More about Andrea Based in Washington D.C. for most of her career as a television news reporter, Andrea covered major news events for Al Jazeera English, the Pentagon Channel and Reuters, including the US presidential election and Hurricane Katrina. She also worked across the international non-profit arena, working on programs to re-build Iraq, Afghanistan and Georgia - before leading the communication campaign for the Save Darfur advocacy movement to stop the genocide in Sudan. A regular commentator on Sky Business News and The Australian Newspaper, Andrea is emerging as a raw and authentic voice supporting the professional development of people across corporate Australia - with her online + interactive 8 week program called 'Be the CEO of Your Career'   Connect with Andrea LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/andrealouiseclarke Twitter: http://twitter.com/andreaclarke22  Website: http://www.careerceo.com.au