Podcasts about Western Australia

Feeling despair over the threats to democracy coming out of The Billionaire Age? Let alone the predictions we'll see 10 trillionaires within three years. Well, there are concrete solutions. Relatively straightforward ones. Thinkers from Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman, to Dutch philosopher Ingrid Robyens to self-described oligarch and American venture capitalist Nick Hanauer say democracy can win over oligarchy.Listen to episodes in this five-part series, The Billionaire Age:Listen to Part One: How did we get here?Listen to Part Two: Disney heiress on the dangers of extreme wealthListen to Part Three: How oligarchs are taking over the worldGuests in this episode:Ingrid Robeyns is a philosopher and economist. She is the chair in Ethics of Intuitions at Utrecht University, and the author of Limitarianism: The Case Against Extreme Wealth.Gabriel Zucman is an economist and the co-director of The World Inequality Lab. He's also a professor at the Paris School of Economics and the University of California, Berkeley.Nitin Bharti is an economist and lecturer at the University of Western Australia. He is also the South and South-East Asia coordinator at the World Inequality Lab.Lars Osberg is an economics professor at Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His latest book is The Scandalous Rise of Inequality in Canada.Paul Krugman is an economist and the winner of the 2008 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.Tim Wu is a legal scholar and professor at Columbia Law School. He is also a contributing opinion writer at the New York Times. His latest book is The Age of Extraction: How Tech Platforms Conquered the Economy and Threaten Our Future Prosperity.Nick Hanauer is an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. He co-authored the book, Corporate Bullsh*t: Exposing The Lies and Half-Truths that Protect Profit, Power and Wealth in America, with Joan Walsh and Donald Cohen. He also hosts the podcast Pitchfork Economics.

In March 2008, 57-year-old semi-retired schoolteacher Josephine Greensill opened her front door in suburban Melbourne to find three detectives waiting to arrest her. Two men had accused her of sexually abusing them at a backyard sleepover almost 30 years earlier, when they were eight-year-old boys in her class. No medical experts were ever called, and the jury believed them. Jo spent two and a half years in prison as a convicted child sex offender before her conviction was quashed. The court found the men had colluded and had a financial motive, and that what they described was physically impossible. Award-winning crime reporter Neil Mercer investigated her case, along with eight others, for his book Falsely Convicted. In this episode he tells Gemma about the common sense failures that sent an innocent woman to jail and what her life looked like once she was released. Neil also looks at the cases of Eric Honeysett framed by NSW police in 1983, and Gene Gibson's case. LINKS Purchase Falsely Convicted by Neil Mercer here. We want to hear from you! Take our quick 3-minute survey for your chance to win a $1,000 gift card. GET IN TOUCH Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @truecrimeconversations Want us to cover a case on the podcast? Email us at truecrime@mamamia.com.au or send us a voice note. MAMAMIA OFFERS: Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. Make sure to leave us a rating and review on Apple & Spotify to let us know how you're liking the episodes. CREDITS Host & Executive Producer: Gemma Bath Guests: Paul Warren Produced by Ella Maitland Video Editor: Artemi Kokkaris Audio Design: Tegan Sadler Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When I think of the sounds of Western Australia, the licks of Wide Open Road by the Triffids hits my mind, or maybe The Waifs yearning to be back in London, or occasionally it'll be a wistful memory of a cleaner dancers in a mental health facility pop up in my mind.But drowning all of those sounds out is the infectious licks of guitars and bass from Chris Daymond, Kevin Mitchell, Ness Thornton, and the thumping drums of Brett Mitchell, all of whom make up Jebediah. Soundtracks to growing up don't get much better than the one-two punch of Slightly Odway and Of Someday Shambles, tracks that spoke to my youthful boredom and the malaise of growing up in Perth. Here was a language that I understood.Thirty years on, and Jebediah are still going strong and still speaking a language many of us West Aussies - and the rest of Australia too, can't forget about them - speak. As a culmination of that longevity, filmmaker (and muso in his own right) Arlo Cook spent ten years following the band, interviewing them and capturing gigs, all the while combing through decades of archival material to pull together the brilliant doco Jebediah: Are We Ok?Arlo talks in depth about making Jebediah: Are We Ok? in the following interview, including discussions about his own music journey too.Jebediah: Are We Ok? has Q&A sessions running around Australia from 2 October 2026. Head over to Madman for all the details here:https://www.madman.com.au/jebediah-are-we-ok/the Curb... is a completely independent and ad free website that lives on the support of listeners and readers just like you. Visit thecurb.com.au/subscribe, where you can support our work from $2 a month. Paid subscribers get access to our monthly competitions, exclusive interviews and articles, and more.Sign up for the latest interviews, reviews, and more via https://www.thecurb.com.au/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

HEADLINES: Two men and a teenage boy have been charged over a murder A new Greens leader has been selected Australian universities have held strong in the latest global rankings Crews are working to remove a huge whale carcass from Perth's City Beach A bear has been crowned Fat Bear Week champion GET IN TOUCHGot a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma?Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au HELPFUL LINKS: Become a Mamamia subscriber and get an all-access pass to everything we make, including exclusive podcasts and early listening, subscriber-only articles, monthly giveaways and our home workout app, MOVE. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. CREDITSHost: Tamsin RoseAudio Producer: Scott StronachProducer: Ella Maitland Head of Show: Tamsin RoseCheck out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Australia changes its clocks, what the evidence says, and why daylight saving remains so divisive.Daylight saving time returns for parts of Australia, reigniting a debate that never seems to end. This episode explores why the practice began, why some states reject it, what research says about sleep and mental health, and why calls to scrap or expand it continue.In this episodeHow a wartime fuel-saving measure became part of life in parts of Australia.Why Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory have resisted daylight saving time.What researchers found when they examined claims about mental health effects.The evidence linking clock changes to sleep disruption and circadian rhythms.Why farmers, religious communities and border residents see the issue very differently

The WA representative on the National Farmers Federation's workforce committee Mic Fels says the government's overhaul of the working holiday maker visa highlights the need to develop a specific broadacre visa.

When I think of the sounds of Western Australia, the licks of Wide Open Road by the Triffids hits my mind, or maybe The Waifs yearning to be back in London, or occasionally it'll be a wistful memory of a cleaner dancers in a mental health facility pop up in my mind.But drowning all of those sounds out is the infectious licks of guitars and bass from Chris Daymond, Kevin Mitchell, Ness Thornton, and the thumping drums of Brett Mitchell, all of whom make up Jebediah. Soundtracks to growing up don't get much better than the one-two punch of Slightly Odway and Of Someday Shambles, tracks that spoke to my youthful boredom and the malaise of growing up in Perth. Here was a language that I understood.Thirty years on, and Jebediah are still going strong and still speaking a language many of us West Aussies - and the rest of Australia too, can't forget about them - speak. As a culmination of that longevity, filmmaker (and muso in his own right) Arlo Cook spent ten years following the band, interviewing them and capturing gigs, all the while combing through decades of archival material to pull together the brilliant doco Jebediah: Are We Ok?Arlo talks in depth about making Jebediah: Are We Ok? in the following interview, including discussions about his own music journey too.Jebediah: Are We Ok? has Q&A sessions running around Australia from 2 October 2026. Head over to Madman for all the details here:https://www.madman.com.au/jebediah-are-we-ok/the Curb... is a completely independent and ad free website that lives on the support of listeners and readers just like you. Visit thecurb.com.au/subscribe, where you can support our work from $2 a month. Paid subscribers get access to our monthly competitions, exclusive interviews and articles, and more.Sign up for the latest interviews, reviews, and more via https://www.thecurb.com.au/subscribe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Fatnowna is a queer, neurodiverse Yuwi and South Sea Islander young person, born in North Queensland. Having moved frequently throughout their life, Matt reflects on their relationship with place, identity and belonging, and what it means to search for a sense of ‘home' when no single place quite holds that meaning. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Rueben Hayden-Nelson has connections to Whadjuk, Ballardong and Njaki-Njaki Country. He reflects on the intergenerational impacts of the Stolen Generations and the challenges of navigating disconnection and identity. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

John Mogridge is a Noongar man from Bibbulmun Boodja, with family connections to Yamatji and Yawuru heritage. John is reading a story from Wirrin Waangkinini, a book produced during workshops funded by Indigo Junction. In this story, John speaks to his deep love for family and reflects on the strength, guidance and influence of his Elders and parents. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Leanne Woods is a Whadjuk and Wongi woman with family connections to the Ballardong region. She shares her experiences of racism in the workplace and reflects on the challenges of navigating professional spaces as an Aboriginal woman. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Lakshmi Kanchi is an emerging prize-winning Indian Australian poet and storyteller with a passion for making poetry accessible. She reflects on the voices and stories that have historically been hidden in Australia and challenges idea about which stories are considered ‘Australian' today. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Send us Fan MailSpring invites us to open the windows, notice what is flowering and welcome a sense of renewal into our everyday lives.In Episode 78 of Manners and Other Matters, Louise Percy considers how to greet a new season with elegance and intention, without replacing everything we own or attempting to reinvent our lives.From caring for our homes and rediscovering treasured pieces in our wardrobes to renewing friendships, extending thoughtful invitations and respecting the natural environment, Louise shares her personal rituals for welcoming spring in Western Australia.She also introduces the idea of a seasonal self-audit, a gentle opportunity to examine our habits, relationships and manners with honesty, kindness and consideration.Whatever season you are experiencing, this episode is an invitation to slow down, appreciate what you already have and bring greater care and presence to ordinary days.SHOW NOTES: https://thepercyinstitute.com/episode-78-the-elegance-of-seasonal-living/I'd love to hear from you. Please leave your comments, or ask me any questions here: https://thepercyinstitute.com/contact/Join Louise in the pursuit of a more elegant life, and be sure to visit  her website thepercyinstitute.com for more ideas and inspiration. Follow @thepercyinstitute on Instagram and Facebook, and join the Facebook Group, The Elegance Club for exclusive offers and insights.Resources and links:THE ART OF AN ELEGANT LIFE MASTERCLASS:https://thepercyinstitute.com/the-art-of-an-elegant-lifestyle/Complimentary Guide to Successful Networking: https://subscribepage.io/shinelikeadiamondThe Percy Institute website: https://thepercyinstitute.com/The Elegance Club Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepercyinstituteThe Percy Institute Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepercyinstitut...

Michael Pauly is a non-Indigenous man who reflects on his meaningful friendship with Aboriginal man Harry Penrith. Michael shares how Harry's stories, wisdom and friendship had a profound impact on his life, leading him to welcome Harry into his family and home. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Kristy Weston is a Bibbumun, Naaguja, Wardandi and Whadjuk woman who reflects on her Blak identity, motherhood and her journey of finding her place within community and culture. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Nicola Paris established CounterACT in 2012 and has extensive experience training people in civil resistance and grassroots campaigning. She reflects on the power of people working together to protect Country, sharing her experiences of community activism and the campaign to protect the Beeliar Wetlands in Perth. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Uncle Clive Morrison is a Noongar Elder who was born in Narrogin. Through his songs and stories, he reflects on his experiences navigating the world as a Noongar man and shares deeply personal reflections on his experiences with alcoholism and as a member of the Stolen Generations. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Katrina Kell is a writer and visual artist who reflects on her family's colonial history. She explores the violent actions of her ancestors, including their journey with Menang men from Albany to Walyalup in 1833, confronting difficult truths held within her family history. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Jaqueline Pelczar is a Polish, Austrian and Burgher Sri Lankan woman who reflects on her family history and her grandmother's immigration story. She explores the intergenerational impacts of the White Australia Policy, white privilege and Sri Lanka's history of colonisation. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Tarita Aitkinson is a non-Indigenous woman who has lived in Western Australia since the age of six. She reflects on her childhood at Mogumber Mission, which she remembers as fun and carefree, and the gradual realisation that others who shared that time and place carried profoundly different memories and experiences. ABOUT THE COLLECTION: Backyard Truth-Telling Series – Walyalup is a collection of stories from Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians that were shared in the backyards of heritage buildings all around Walyalup/Fremantle.  First Stories is a Centre for Stories project amplifying First Nations truth and voices across Western Australia, while creating spaces for truth-telling and truth-listening within and between First Nations and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities. In this collection, you will hear live recordings from people who spoke about difficult truths, hidden histories and reimagined futures, all reflections of their lived experiences of colonisation in Walyalup and beyond.We invite you to listen deeply and respectfully, honouring the truths and stories that others have so generously decided to share with us. This podcast was produced by Luisa Mitchell and Savannah-Travia Dann, and sound engineering and original music by Mason Vellios. Thank you for supporting our storytellers. This story remains the intellectual copyright of the storyteller. Please reach out to Centre for Stories or the storyteller themselves if you wish to use this story in another capacity.  These stories were produced in partnership with the City of Fremantle's Truth-Telling Program and made possible by generous funding from Lotterywest through the First Stories project.

Rains Retreat teachings from the 29th July to 26th October 2026. Teachings given by the abbot Ajahn Brahm, and other monks at Bodhinyana Monastery in Serpentine (southeast of Perth, Western Australia). The main audience was the Sangha.   Track 7/12: Getting Out of a Rut – 16 September 2026  See the full set here. The BSWA is now using Ko-fi for donations. Please join us on Ko-fi and cancel your donations via Patreon. Thanks for your ongoing support! To find and download more precious Dhamma teachings, visit the BSWA teachings page: https://bswa.org/teachings/, choose the teaching you want and click on the audio to open it up on Podbean.

What's possible when partnership, trust and an optimistic mindset come together under pressure? Aurecon CEO Louise Adams and Perenti CEO and Managing Director Vanessa Torres speak about how they connected over their shared passion for the role of optimism. Learn about the role optimism played in transforming the GEMCO wharf from catastrophe to rebuilt and operational in 14 months – a process that could have taken three to five years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural news and events from Western Australia and the nation.

State agriculture minister Jackie Jarvis says she's happy to consider co-funding new biosecurity measures with BICWA, the Bee Industry Council of WA to keep varroa mite out of WA.

Kelli O'Neill hated running at school. These days, she's a trail runner and ultra runner who has taken on everything from UTA 50 to Delirious 100 milers, with plenty of adventures, wrong turns and good stories along the way. In this episode, we chat about how a women's triathlon helped lead Kelli towards trail running, why being out in the bush and sharing adventures with friends became such a big part of her life, and how running has given her confidence that carries into life away from the trails. Kelli also has a fascinating career in river health and ecology in Western Australia, and I loved hearing how often her work and trail running worlds overlap. We also talk about staying motivated when you'd rather stay in bed, choosing events that suit the runner you are, and keeping some fun and adventure in your training. A few of Kelli's simple tips: Get your gear ready the night before and decide where you're going to run. Make plans with someone else when you can. Give yourself something new or interesting to explore. Sometimes forget pace and distance and simply head out for an adventure run. And of course, Kelli answers Alyssa Wilkinson's Pass the Baton question before leaving one for my next guest.

In late August Dennis Voznesenski chatted with Laura Henley, Commbank's Executive Manager for RAB WA Agri South, about all thing agriculture in southern WA. The broader southern WA region includes a range of agricultural industries, from broadacre cropping, sheep, cattle to even horticulture and dairy. This year's Western Australia wheat crop is forecast by GIWA at around 10 million tonnes, historically high but down from last year's roughly 13 million tonne record. The result is mixed across Laura's region. The year started positively but many experienced a very dry July. Esperance is faring comparatively well while other parts of the greater southern and lakes districts required additional rainfall. The higher fertiliser and fuel cost this year influenced planting decisions, but the impact varied considerably by farmer. Most farmers shifted from one crop to another, for example, from wheat to canola, instead of reducing total area planted. As prices for fertiliser increased, farmers became a lot more deliberate on how much fertiliser they used, especially those who operated in drier regions. There has also been a continued industry shift from sheep to cropping following the announcement of the live export ban. The move over has depended on location of farmers, land capability and access to alternative markets. Apart from the shift from sheep to cropping, Laura mentioned four more major trends in her region: consolidation and rising scale of farms, increased use of technology, more enterprise diversification and stronger focus on climate and seasonal resilience. Disclaimer:    Important Information   This podcast is approved and distributed by Global Economic & Markets Research (“GEMR”), a business division of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia ABN 48 123 123 124 AFSL 234945 (“the Bank”).  Before listening to this podcast, you are advised to read the full GEMR disclaimers, which can be found at www.commbankresearch.com.au.   No Reliance  This podcast is not investment research and nor does it purport to make any recommendations. Rather, this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not to be relied upon for any investment purposes.  This podcast does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not to be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or other financial products, or as a recommendation, and/or investment advice. You should not act on the information in this podcast.   The Bank believes that the information in this podcast is correct and any opinions, conclusions or recommendations made are reasonably held at the time given, and are based on the information available at the time of its compilation. No representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, is made or provided as to accuracy, reliability or completeness of any statement made.  Liability Disclaimer  The Bank does not accept any liability for any loss or damage arising out of any error or omission in or from the information provided or arising out of the use of all or part of the podcast.   Usage of Artificial Intelligence  To enhance efficiency, GEMR may use the Bank approved artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing content for this podcast. These tools are used solely for drafting and structuring purposes and do not replace human judgment or oversight. All final content is reviewed and approved by GEMR analysts for accuracy and independence.     

Carnavale Resources Ltd managing director Humphrey Hale talked with Proactive about the company's new aircore drilling campaign of more than 7,000 metres at the Kookynie Gold Project in Western Australia, as Carnavale advances both exploration and proposed mine development. The program has two main components. Around 4,000 metres of aircore drilling will test prospective structures along the greenstone-granite contact about 2 kilometres from the high-grade Swiftsure deposit, while a further 3,000 metres will sterilise areas planned for potential mine infrastructure. Hale said the exploration target was particularly encouraging because of geological similarities with nearby deposits. “It's a very good contact, a very good prospective target undercover,” he said, adding that the area was close to the proposed development at Swiftsure. Carnavale has also lodged its Mine Development and Closure Plan and Natural Vegetation Clearing Permit. Hale said the applications were significant steps on the approvals pathway and reflected environmental, development and feasibility work already completed by the company. The company is also finalising its Bankable Feasibility Study for the Kookynie Gold Project. Hale said tender pricing for areas including earthmoving had been incorporated into the work, with the financial model and final report being completed. Following the BFS, Carnavale intends to progress potential offtake, ore purchase or toll-treatment arrangements, which Hale said could help secure project revenue and support future debt funding. “With these permits running, we're very much pushing hard to get this thing in production as soon as possible,” Hale said. Visit Proactive's YouTube channel for more interviews and updates from listed companies and market leaders. If you found this video useful, give it a like, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications for future content. #CarnavaleResources #ASXCAV #KookynieGoldProject #GoldExploration #GoldMining #AircoreDrilling #Swiftsure #WesternAustralia #WAmining #GoldDrilling #MiningExploration #BankableFeasibilityStudy #BFS #JuniorMining #ASXMining #GoldStocks #MiningNews #ProactiveInvestors

Pauline Hanson is now the Queen of the North – a political celebrity like nobody else on the scene today – as evidenced by Australia’s most authoritative opinion tracker, Newspoll. One Nation has overtaken Labor and the Coalition on primary votes in NSW and Queensland and is only one point behind Labor in Western Australia and South Australia, according to exclusive Newspoll quarterly analysis prepared for The Australian by Pyxis Polling & Insights. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. The Queen of the North: Sunshine State voters want Hanson as prime minister Commentary by Geoff Chambers: Is there no stopping the rise of Hanson? This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak, who also composed our theme. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Joshua Burton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NewsWest invites programme contributions. You can send yours as email attachments to newswest@vk6.net by noon on Fridays - our editorial policy is that items should be about Amateur Radio, and relating to, or of interest to, radio amateurs in Western Australia. Originating in Perth, Western Australia, NewsWest is produced by WA Amateur Radio News for listeners on-air, online and on-demand. Whichever way you're listening, whether you're a licensed radio amateur or not, experienced or just a beginner, old or young, thanks for being here and thanks for joining us. Web: http://vk6.net Email: newswest@vk6.net Folge direkt herunterladen

An exploration of the history of the wine region, the wine styles, and what a Roman poet and Black Swans have to do with any of it.  Resources from this episode: Websites:  Académie du Vin Library: Swan Diversion - an unsung Australian wine valley, James, A. (2 May 2024) https://academieduvinlibrary.com/blogs/vinosity/swan-diversion-an-unsung-australian-wine-valley Australian Atlas: Swan Valley https://www.australianatlas.com.au/wine-regions/swan-valley Australian Wine: Swan District https://www.australianwine.com/our-places/western-australia/swan-district-wine-region Britannica: History of Western Australia https://www.britannica.com/place/Western-Australia/History Britannica: Juvenal https://www.britannica.com/biography/Juvenal Britannica: Swan River https://www.britannica.com/place/Swan-River-Australia Britannica: Western Australia https://www.britannica.com/place/Western-Australia/People Ebird: Black Swan https://ebird.org/species/blkswa Gutenberg: The Satires of Juvenal, Persius, Sulpicia, and Lucilius (Literally translated into English Prose, with notes, chronological tables, arguments, etc.), Evans, L. (1881) https://www.gutenberg.org/files/50657/50657-h/50657-h.htm  Houghton Wines: Our Story https://houghton-wines.com.au/pages/about-us International Fund for Animal Welfare: Swans https://www.ifaw.org/international/animals/swans Marketing Mag: A big bloody controversy, McConnell, S. (2016) https://www.marketingmag.com.au/hubs-c/big-bloody-controversy/ Olive Farm Wines: https://www.olivefarmwines.com.au/our-story Pond Informer: Seven Swan Species and Swan Type (How to Identify) H. R. (14 June 2020) https://pondinformer.com/swan-species-guide/ Swan Valley Wine: History in the Making https://swanvalleywine.com/ Vineyards: Wine Map of Western Australia https://vineyards.com/wine-map/australia/western-australia Western Australia Now and Then: Swan River (Updated 17 August 2026) https://www.wanowandthen.com/Swan-River.html Wine Australia: Swan Valley Geographical Indication https://www.wineaustralia.com/labelling/register-of-protected-gis-and-other-terms/geographical-indications/swan-valley Wine With Seth Wine Wiki: Swan Valley https://www.winewithseth.com/winewiki/swan-valley/ Glass in Session Episodes Referenced in this Episode:      S6E3: A Sweet, Sticky Story - Rutherglen Fortified Wines https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/s6e3-a-sweet-sticky-story-rurtherglen-fortified-wines   Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: https://www.teepublic.com/user/glass-in-session   Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: "Write Your Story" by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.)

From Federation in 1901, Australia's military story has been written on foreign battlefields: the Boer War, two world wars, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf, Afghanistan, and Iraq. But in 1932, the only military campaign ever fought on Australian soil unfolded in the wheat belt of Campion, Western Australia.While the Great Depression crushed farmers, some 20,000 emus descended on their crops. Powerful, flightless, and contemptuous of fences, the birds systematically destroyed livelihoods. Desperate, the government deployed soldiers with machine guns against an enemy that refused to fight like one.What followed became one of the most peculiar episodes in military history: strategy versus stubborn birds, and an army that discovered its most unconventional opponent. Join Gary Kent as we investigate the Great Emu War, the conflict Australia never expected to fight at home.

Not a single shipment of live sheep by sea is likely to be exported this season, as the ongoing war in the Middle East continues to disrupt the safe passage of vessels to key markets in the region.

HEADLINES: A second child has died following an alleged stabbing attack The fallout continues after an OpenAI artificial intelligence agent hacked Medicare Australia's unemployment rate has hit its highest level in almost five years Australia could face diesel rationing if the US bans fuel exports, an expert warns Indigenous workers earn $15,000 a year less than the average Australian A former NGV employee is alleged to have funnelled $8 million from the gallery Plus, from learning to pizza at Thredbo to cruising Bourke Street at Mt Buller, the snow has been a staple for Aussie families for generations. But with four bad seasons in six years and some resorts already closing for good, the future is looking slushy. Climate scientist Dr Andrew Watkins tells us what's melting our winters, and what it could cost us. GET IN TOUCHGot a story idea, news tip or feedback?Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au HELPFUL LINKS: Become a Mamamia subscriber and get an all-access pass to everything we make, including exclusive podcasts and early listening, subscriber-only articles, monthly giveaways and our home workout app, MOVE. Get access to Very Peri, Mamamia's exclusive perimenopause series, for just $59. 25 world-leading experts, over 20 on-demand sessions, available now. We’ve sorted through the noise so you don't have to. Go to veryperi.com.au today. You hot? Same. CREDITSHosts: Charlotte Mortlock and Tamsin RoseAudio Producer: Scott StronachGroup Executive Producer: Tamsin Rose and Georgie PageBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is funding works to maintain an abandoned oil rig off Western Australia's Mid West coast after its owners went into administration in July this year. 

Interview with Drew Clark, President & CEO of Summit RoyaltiesOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/summit-royalties-tsxvsum-secures-us50m-credit-facility-to-fund-cash-flowing-deals-push-11308Recording date: 22nd September 2026Summit Royalties (TSXV:SUM, OTCQX:SUMMF) is a precious metals royalty and streaming company that began trading on the TSX Venture Exchange in November 2025. In under a year it has assembled a portfolio of around 46 royalties and streams, completed the Star Royalties acquisition, bought a royalty on Newmont's Saddle North deposit and arranged its first credit facility. President and CEO Drew Clark says Summit has not raised any money since going public.The investment case rests on a visible production step-up. Four assets currently generate revenue: a 1% NSR on West Red Lake Gold Mines' Madsen mine in Ontario, a 50% silver stream on Orezone Gold's Bomboré mine in Burkina Faso, a 2% royalty on Iwatani's Keysbrook mineral sands operation in Western Australia, and a 0.5% NSR on Denarius Metals' Zancudo mine in Colombia. Bomboré dominates for now, at an estimated 68% of 2026 revenue.Two development assets are scheduled to enter production in 2027. Copperstone in Arizona, operated by Mining Americas, is permitted, funded and under construction, with first gold targeted for mid-2027. Summit holds a 4% gold stream there, paying 25% of spot per ounce delivered, and a maiden open pit resource is expected in H2 2026. Pitangui in Brazil, operated by Jaguar Mining, pays Summit $80 per ounce on the first 250,000 ounces before converting to a 1.5% NSR. Development is expected to start in H2 2026, subject to an installation licence.Consensus estimates cited by Clark have revenue doubling in 2027 and again in 2028, with output above 4,000 gold equivalent ounces by 2028. Summit has not issued formal guidance but intends to. Because general and administrative costs run at $1.5 million to $2 million a year and are expected to stay broadly flat, most of that incremental revenue should reach the bottom line.The funding model is shifting. Summit's $25 million revolving facility from National Bank of Canada, with a $25 million accordion, is undrawn and costs between 6% and 7% when drawn, depending on leverage. Clark's argument is simple. When an acquired asset's revenue exceeds its interest cost, cash flow per share rises immediately and no shares are issued. That matters for a company trading at roughly 0.7 times P/NAV, where equity is an expensive currency.Valuation is the core of the opportunity. At a market capitalisation of US$109 million, Summit trades at the lowest P/NAV and price-to-2027 cash flow multiples in its presented peer group. Clark believes the market begins treating royalty companies as established players once revenue passes a threshold he now places near $20 million.Longer-dated optionality comes from AurMac, Banyan Gold's 8.6 million ounce Yukon project where Summit holds 0.5% to 2.0% royalties ahead of a PEA, and from Saddle North, which Clark expects to repay its C$5 million cost within a year of production.The risks are clear. Revenue is concentrated in Bomboré until 2027, both development assets are pre-production and could face delays, and the portfolio lacks a single cornerstone stream. Investors should track Copperstone construction, the Pitangui installation licence, the first facility drawdown and Summit's maiden guidance.View Summit Royalties' company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/summit-royalties Sign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

September 23rd is the International Day of Sign Languages. Australian Sign Language is known as Auslan. We spoke with Nobuo Hara, a Western Australia resident who is fluent in both Japanese Sign Language (JSL) and Auslan. - 9月23日は、international day of sign language、「手話言語の国際デー」です。オーストラリアの手話はAuslan。日本語手話（JSL）とAuslanの両方を使いこなす、西オーストラリアの原伸男（はら・のぶお）さんに話を聞きました。Listen to SBS Japanese Audio on Tue, Thu and Fri from 1pm on SBS 3. Replays from 10pm on Tue, Thu and Sat on SBS1. Listen to past stories from our podcast. Download the free SBS Audio App and don't forget to visit SBS Japanese Facebook and Instagram page!#sbsaudiopodcast - SBSの日本語放送は火木金の午後１時からSBS3で生放送！火木土の夜10時からはおやすみ前にSBS1で再放送が聞けます。SBS日本語放送ポッドキャストから過去のストーリーを聞くこともできます。無料でダウンロードできるSBS Audio Appもどうぞ。SBS 日本語放送のFacebookとInstagramもお忘れなく。#sbsaudiopodcast

In this episode of the Self-Publishing with ALLi podcast, internationally renowned glass artist Mark Eliott joins Anna Featherstone to show how a published book doesn't need to stay in a fixed format over the years. Mark's Essence of Cloud project began as improvised glass cloud sculptures, grew into a novel and an art exhibition, and now, years later, has taken on a new form as a special-edition e-book with new nonfiction and visual elements. You'll hear about working with artistic collaborators and about flexibility and fluidity in production and distribution decisions. Sponsor This podcast is proudly sponsored by Gatekeeper Press — your partner in premium independent publishing. Empowering authors with expert guidance, 100% rights, 100% royalties, and global distribution. From editing to marketing, their all-inclusive services help you publish professionally and confidently. Gatekeeper Press — Where Authors Are Family. About the Host Anna Featherstone is ALLi's nonfiction adviser and an author advocate and mentor. A judge of The Australian Business Book Awards and Australian Society of Travel Writers awards, she's also the founder of Bold Authors and presents author marketing and self-publishing workshops for organizations, including Byron Writers Festival. Anna has authored books including how-to books and memoirs, and her book Look-It's Your Book! about writing, publishing, marketing, and leveraging nonfiction is on the Australian Society of Authors recommended reading list. When she's not being bookish, Anna's into bees, beings, and the big issues of our time. About the Guest Mark Eliott, author of Essence of Cloud, is an Australian artist whose glass work is held in private and public collections including the Corning Museum of Glass, the Glasmuseet Ebeltoft in Denmark, the Sculptureum in New Zealand, the National Gallery of Australia, and the Art Gallery of Western Australia, where he won the 2019 Tom Malone Prize. His work ranges from sculptural abstraction and biological representation to mythology and storytelling, often incorporating text, sound, wood, graphics, performance, and scent. Trained first as a jazz saxophonist at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, he went on to earn a Master of Studio Arts and a Master of Visual Arts at Sydney College of the Arts. He teaches glass flame-work in his studio at Among the Trees, Marrickville, and lives with his partner Manjit in Sydney. You can find Mark on his website and Instagram.

The only major abattoir in the north of the state is set to re-open in February after it finally secured visas for 25 skilled workers, and possibly another four, from the Philippines.

An emergency bonus Mini today as we've had a question from wolfpacker Justin in Western Australia that cannot possibly wait until Monday, that's how important it is.But first, the show is nearly derailed by 'fashion chat' from Nick and Mark. Anyone would think they're wannabe runway models or something...feel free to complain.But onto the show, it's a Mini so time is precious if we want to keep within the rules of our podcast license.Justin is on the committee at his club and has been tasked with identifying options for their club championship format which, at the moment, they feel is not working as well as it might. Justin explains how it currently works, and Nick and Mark kick around ideas for how it could be structured. There are some elements of Justin's club structures, and availability, that make it a tad tricky. That said we come up with some ideas that he can discuss with the committee....but, feel free to chip in with any thoughts you have, or ways your club run the club championships!We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:Hostplus, Talk Birdie To Me's official retirement partnerBMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;The Find My Player app - follow every player on every tour;And Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Company Update, we sit down with Brian Martin, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Investor Relations at OceanaGold (TSX: OGC - NYSE:OGC), to review the company's operating performance, financial strength, and expanding multi-asset production profile. Brian breaks down how the company is driving organic growth, integrating strategic acquisitions, and executing a disciplined capital allocation strategy that returns substantial value to shareholders. Key discussion topics include: Operational Performance and Production Outlook: An overview of year-to-date delivery across core assets, expectations for a stronger production profile in the second half of the year, and key factors driving margin resilience. Free Cash Flow Generation and Balance Sheet Strength: A review of recent cash flow metrics, consensus expectations for the full year, and how a debt-free treasury supports ongoing capital flexibility. Disciplined Capital Allocation Strategy: How management balances sustaining site investments and organic mine development with aggressive capital returns via dividends and share buybacks. Unlocking Organic Pipeline Growth: Progress updates on key life-of-mine extensions and underground development projects, including Macraes Phase 4 and the high-grade Waihi North project. Strategic Expansion via the Ausgold Acquisition: The rationale behind adding the Katanning Gold Project in Western Australia, including the expected development timeline and how it paves the pathway toward 650,000 ounces per year. Valuation and Relative Market Opportunity: A look at how current cash generation, low-risk project sequencing, and jurisdictional safety position the company relative to intermediate gold producer peers.   Click here to visit the OceanaGold website and learn more about all the operations - https://oceanagold.com/    ---------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/   Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with Jo Groves to revisit one of the most unconventional commencement speeches of the last decade: Tim Minchin's 2013 address at the University of Western Australia.Minchin offered nine life lessons that are funny, provocative, and occasionally counterintuitive: you don't have to have a dream, don't make happiness your goal, remember how much of life is luck, exercise, be hard on your opinions, be a teacher, define yourself by what you love, respect people with less power than you, and don't rush.Jo and I unpack each of these ideas and explore why they still resonate more than a decade later. Along the way, we talk about ambition, uncertainty, humility, health, curiosity, power, purpose, and the strange pressure we place on ourselves to have life figured out.It's a conversation about taking life seriously without taking yourself quite so seriously, questioning some of the advice we're usually given, and perhaps discovering that a meaningful life doesn't require a perfect plan.Visit us at:www.theselfhelpantidote.com

Western Australia will introduce the nation's strictest ban on smart glasses in public schools, the state's education minister has announced.

It has been revealed in state parliament that more than half the trees harvested through WA's ecological thinning trial are being chipped or burned.

Todays headlines include: Smart glasses will be banned in all public schools in Western Australia, the State Government has announced. A man has been charged in relation to the shooting of an 11-year-old boy in Sydney. The Canadian province of British Columbia is suing ‌OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman over a school shooting that killed nine people in February. And today’s good news: An Australian-first medical facility has opened at Sydney’s Macquarie University, bringing together leading experts across motor neuron disease (MND), dementia and Parkinson’s disease. Sign up to our newsletters here! Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rural news and events from Western Australia and the nation.

Venerable Hue Can is the Abbess of Sunyata Meditation Centre in Vic Park and has the very clear goal to teach others how to realize their full potential through Zen Buddhism. Venerable Hue Can had an interesting and diverse career as a teacher, Children's Librarian and co-ordinator of the Ethnic Child Care Resource Unit. As an advocate for access and equity she have worked in the area of social welfare, particularly in the Vietnamese community in Western Australia. When the Most Venerable Master Thich Thanh Tu came to Perth in 1996 she was fortunate to attend his lecture “Why am I a Buddhist”. She found out that Buddhism could give her five things that she had always been searching for – wisdom, altruism, freedom, equality and emancipation. She wanted to become his disciple and follow the path that he had illuminated. Her first ordination occurred in 1998. Every year, the monastic community (Monks and nuns) go on a three month retreat called the “Rains Retreat” from mid July to mid October. During this period, they do not visit our centres for teachings as it's a time for deepening their own practice. While the monks and nuns are away, we will have some interesting guest speakers coming in to give the Friday Night talk. Unshakeable Peace 2026 (Rains Retreat Speakers' Series 2026) Hear stories of everyday dhamma as told by monastics and lay practitioners from various Buddhist traditions. Support us on https://ko-fi.com/thebuddhistsocietyofwa BSWA teachings are available: BSWA Teachings BSWA Podcast Channel BSWA DeeperDhamma Podbean Channel BSWA YouTube

When technology can manipulate information faster than we can verify it, who—or what—do we trust to tell us the truth?Join us for a thought-provoking conversation where murder, mystery, mayhem, technology, politics, and morality collide.Duncan spent thirty years advising governments and companies on energy, infrastructure, transactions, and policy. He has also written nonfiction for international organizations, including the Asian Development Bank and the United Nations Environment Program, advocating for policy changes and investment related to climate change. Now, he has turned his experience with governments, policy, finance, and global affairs toward fiction.The Truth Chamber began with a series of “what if?” questions Duncan started exploring in 2022. What might happen if outside forces attempted to exploit America's political divisions? How could artificial intelligence change the battle over information? And what happens when people trying to protect democratic institutions begin questioning how far they themselves should go?The resulting novel combines political intrigue, artificial intelligence, assassination attempts, foreign influence, disinformation, and moral dilemmas in a high-stakes story about the increasingly complicated relationship between truth and power.At the center of the novel is Admiral Liam Driscoll, a grieving man drawn into presidential candidate Anna Hoffman's campaign as political violence escalates. Their team recruits a Stanford Ph.D. student developing an AI technology known as the Truth Chamber, hoping it can help uncover who is behind the violence.But the conspiracy extends far beyond one campaign.As domestic turmoil collides with international ambitions, Liam and his team confront an unsettling question: How much can you compromise the principles you are trying to protect before you become part of the problem?Dr. Katherine and Duncan explore:Duncan's journey from investment banking and international policy work to political thriller authorThe real-world concerns and “what if?” questions that inspired The Truth ChamberHow he created a fictional American presidential race while separating speculation from realityThe Truth Chamber itself and the possibilities and dangers of AI in determining what is trueDisinformation, propaganda, foreign influence, and the manipulation of public perceptionThe global power struggles operating behind the novel's domestic political conflictLiam Driscoll's central moral dilemma: how far can someone go to protect democratic institutions without compromising the principles behind them?The challenges of writing politically charged fiction for readers who may bring very different perspectives to the storyHow Duncan's career and international experiences informed the novel's geopolitical worldWhy thriller fiction offers a compelling space for exploring uncomfortable questions about truth, technology, morality, and powerWhat Duncan is writing nextDuncan Ritchie is a former—he jokingly says “recovering”—investment banker who grew up on a plantation in North Borneo and graduated from the University of Western Australia.During a thirty-year career, he advised governments and companies on major energy and infrastructure transactions and policy. He has also written persuasive nonfiction for multilateral organizations, including ADB and UNEP, focusing on climate-related policy and investment.Concerned by international conflict, political extremism, and growing questions surrounding misinformation, Duncan began developing speculative “what if?” scenarios in 2022. Those ideas eventually became his political thriller, The Truth Chamber.Duncan now lives in Tasmania with his Malinois pup, Aletheia—Alé for short—who, thinks he is slightly mad.The Truth Chamber is a speculative political thriller examining AI, disinformation, foreign influence, political violence, power, morality, and the fragile boundary between protecting principles and violating them.

The Philippine Embassy and its consular offices are rolling out a series of mobile missions across Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and Western Australia through September and October 2026. - Magsasagawa ng serye ng consular mobile missions ang Embahada ng Pilipinas at mga konsulado sa Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania, at Northern Territory ngayong Setyembre at Oktubre 2026.#sbsaudiopodcast

Interview with Adam Kiley, CEO, Frontier EnergyOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/frontier-energy-asxfhe-federal-backing-transforms-outlook-for-wa-renewables-developer-6941Recording date: 15th September 2026Frontier Energy Limited (ASX:FHE) has reached the stage that most renewable energy developers never do: fully funded, fully contracted, and building. Stage One of its Waroona Renewable Energy Project in Western Australia comprises 132MW of solar generation and an 81.5MW, 6.9-hour battery storage system, at a total capital cost of A$310 million plus A$22 million contingency. A A$110 million equity raise has lifted institutional ownership on the register to around 30%, while Natixis CIB and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation have signed an underwriting letter for up to A$280 million in credit-approved debt facilities. Financial close is targeted for October or November 2026, with first debt drawdown in the first quarter of 2027.The project's risk profile is unusually contained for its stage. Frontier used a free-issue contracting model, buying equipment directly from tier-one suppliers - LONGi, Trina, SMA, Nextracker - on fixed-price terms and supplying it to EPC contractor Monford, insulating the budget from input cost inflation. Long-lead items were ordered up to 12 months in advance, and a structured early-works process with the EPC surfaced scope gaps before financial close rather than during construction. Site mobilisation began in mid-September 2026, with peak construction workforce (around 200 people) expected from January 2027 and first revenue generation targeted for 2028.Revenue certainty is the other pillar of the investment case. Independent forecaster Aurora, engaged by the project's lenders, models average annual revenue of A$72.5 million over the first five years, of which A$32 million comes from fixed-price Reserve Capacity payments locked until 2032. The project has also been selected for the federal Capacity Investment Scheme, which - alongside Reserve Capacity - extends a revenue floor through to 2042, sharing 50% of any upside above an agreed ceiling with government. Against $10 million of forecast opex, that produces average EBITDA of A$62.5 million (an 86% margin), a post-tax IRR of approximately 20%, and average free cash flow of roughly A$35 million annually after debt servicing and tax in the first five years.Beyond Stage One, Frontier holds 830 hectares of freehold land in total and has development approval already in place for a similarly sized Stage Two (~130MW solar / ~80MW BESS), connected to Western Australia's largest 330kV transmission corridor. The state faces a structural supply gap - the market operator forecasts an additional 11.5 TWh of generation needed by 2031, rising to 18.3 TWh by 2036, as coal and gas capacity retires - compounded by fast-growing data centre demand, for which Frontier's uncommitted Stage One output and expandable substation design offer optionality.The key near-term catalysts are financial close on the debt package and execution of the CIS contract, both expected within weeks of the September 2026 interview. Longer term, the size of the opportunity depends on how quickly management can replicate Stage One's fixed-price, government-backed model for Stage Two and beyond.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/frontier-energySign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com/subscribe

Prominent law professor and former Law Reform Commissioner Augusto Zimmerman discusses the global oligarchy’s plans for world totalitarianism and the erosion of individual rights via the “Great Reset” and legal precedents set during COVID-19(84). Zimmerman argues that current international agendas, supported by groups like WEF, aim to dismantle private property and national sovereignty in favor of a top-down global dictatorship. He emphasizes the importance of natural law and the legal right to disobey grossly unjust government mandates that violate bodily autonomy or freedom of speech. Throughout the conversation, the speakers examine how digital IDs, surveillance technologies, and managed crises are used to consolidate power and suppress dissent across the globe. Dr. Zimmermann calls for a return to traditional constitutional principles and patriotic resistance. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Listen Ad-Free for $4.99 a Month or $49.99 a Year! Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitics-empire/id1003465597 Supercast https://geopoliticsandempire.supercast.com ***Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics Escape The Technocracy (15% off w/ GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Expat Money Online Summit 2026 (20% off VIP w/ EMPIRE) https://expatmoney.com/geopolitics My Latin Life Services (5% off w/ GEOPOLITICS) https://mylatinlife.com/services PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com Starlink (1 month free) https://starlink.com?referral=RC-2544516-42805-61 StartMail (50% off) https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Tello ($10 off) https://tello.com/account/register?_referral=P3S8CH2D Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites The Legal Right to Disobey Law https://sidestream.press/books The Battle for the Soul of Western Civilisation https://www.connorcourtpublishing.com.au/The-Battle-for-the-Soul-of-Western-Civilisation-by-Augusto-Zimmermann-and-Gabri%C3%ABl-A-Moens-AM_p_667.html Merchants of Death: Global Oligarchs and Their War On Humanity https://www.amazon.com/Merchants-Death-Global-Oligarchs-Humanity-ebook/dp/B0CPJWPMFM Spectator Australia https://www.spectator.com.au/author/augusto-zimmermann About Augusto Zimmermann Professor Augusto Zimmermann PhD (Mon.), LLM, LLB (Hon.), CIArb, DipEd, is a former Law Reform Commissioner with the Law Reform Commission of Western Australia. He is the Foundation Dean and Professor of Law at Alphacrucis University College. *Podcast intro music used with permission is from the song “The Queens Jig” by the fantastic “Musicke & Mirth” from their album “Music for Two Lyra Viols”: http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)