Podcasts about Narrabri

CLIMATE ACTION RADIO SHOWMAY 19TH 2025Produced by Vivien Langfordwith  guest producer Bella Jesson NATIVE TITLE TRIBUNAL GREEN LIGHTs  SANTOS GAS WELLS IN GOMEROI COUNTRY At the time this show was broadcast we did not know the decision which will be devastating for all those who continue to stand up to prtect the Pilliga, to protect the Great Artesian Basin and to prevent gas,whether it is burned here or exported,from aggravating climate chaos. This podcast contains the voices of Gomeroi people and their allies who cames down from Narrabri and elsewhere to bring a sacred flame to NSW Parliament. You will hear MC Raymond Bubble Weatherill, MP Jackie Scrubie, Assistant Secretary of Unions NSW Vanessa Seagrave, Assistant Secretary of Nurses and Midwives Association Michael Whaites, A Gomeroi speaker from Teachers Federation. MP Jeremy Buckingham and Gomeroi Woman Kara Kinchella from Lock the Gates Alliance.            *****************************************************Part 2 is an interview with Simon Kerr by Bella Jesson.They are talking about the No Music on a Dead Planet campaign  https://nomusic.au/#signup We're building community & solidarity as part of a global movement committed to collective actionWhether you are a musician or a music fan, join the movement now by signing up. When you sign up, you can: Stay up-to-date with the latest news on music + climate in Australia Be part of collective action as we continue to advocate for a greener futureBecome part of our volunteer team at events across the country           *************************************************************Background for the Native Title Tribunal Decision  quoted from:Native Title Tribunal approves Santos gas field on Gomeroi Country despite objectionsDechlan Brennan - May 20, 2025"A decision by the National Native Title Tribunal to allow the New South Wales government to lease land to Santos for gas extraction has been criticised by Gomeroi Traditional Owners.The Tribunal was asked to decide whether several petroleum production leases to Santos NSW Pty and Santos NSW (Narrabri Gas) Pty Ltd, which largely overlaps with the Pilliga - a significant Gomeroi cultural area - should be allowed to go forward.In the decision handed down on Monday, the Tribunal said the "project offers a net public benefit" when weighing the public interest evidence with the concerns of the Gomeroi people."When considering public interest, the panel placed significant weight on the project providing energy reliability if all the gas produced is made available to the domestic market as intended," the Tribunal said in its findings."The evidence in this matter has shown that if the leases are not granted, there will likely be a gap in the available supply of reliable, secure energy on Australia's east coast, which would have significant short-to-medium-term detrimental impacts upon the wider community, including Gomeroi people."In response, Gomeroi Traditional Owners said they were "disgusted" with the determination, arguing the Tribunal had "disregarded" their voices.Polly Cutmore, a Traditional Owner from Moree who was elected to deal with Santos on behalf of her Nation, said despite the result, "our mob should never be afraid to stand up for Country".Ms Cutmore said the community should never be afraid to do the right thing for future generations." 

Something really weird happened out in space, and astronomers are totally baffled. A strange cosmic explosion lit up the sky, and it might be a super-rare event where everything lined up perfectly — or it could be something completely new that no one's ever seen before! It's called EP240408a, and it was first spotted by the Einstein Probe, an X-ray space telescope, on April 8, 2024. At first, it looked like your typical gamma-ray burst, which usually blasts out insanely bright X-rays. But the more scientists looked, the more things didn't add up. Now everyone's wondering if we just witnessed something brand new in the universe! Credit: CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Gemini South: by International Gemini Observatory/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA/M. Paredes, https://noirlab.edu/public/images/noi..., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Blue Optical Transient: by NASA, ESA/Hubble, STScI, A. Chrimes (Radboud University), https://esahubble.org/images/heic2309c/, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Sirius: by Pablo Carlos Budassi, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Tde-simulation: by Danieljamesprice, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Survey camera: by DOE/FNAL/DECam/R. Hahn/CTIO/NOIRLab/NSF/AURA, https://noirlab.edu/public/images/noi..., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Einstein Probe: by China News Service, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Antennas at Narrabri: by John Masterson, CSIRO, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... FBOTvsGRBvsSN: by Bill Saxton, NRAO/AUI/NSF, https://public.nrao.edu/news/new-clas..., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... telesopes near Datil: by Murray Foubister, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/..., https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Einstein Probe Transient: by The Astrophysical Journal Letters, https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10... What Are Gamma-ray Bursts?: by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/14738#media... Wavelengths of Light: by NASA, ESA, CSA, Leah Hustak (STScI), https://webbtelescope.org/contents/me... Black Hole Accretion: by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center/Jeremy Schnittman, https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/13326#media... Isolated Black Hole: by NASA/JPL-Caltech/R. Hurt (IPAC), https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/14620#media... Black Hole Devouring A Star: by NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center/CI Lab, https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/10807/#medi... Animation is created by Bright Side. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Music from TheSoul Sound: https://thesoul-sound.com/ Check our Bright Side podcast on Spotify and leave a positive review! https://open.spotify.com/show/0hUkPxD... Subscribe to Bright Side: https://goo.gl/rQTJZz ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our Social Media: Facebook:   / brightplanet   Instagram:   / brightside.official   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brightside.of... Stock materials (photos, footages and other): https://www.depositphotos.com https://www.shutterstock.com https://www.eastnews.ru ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For more videos and articles visit: http://www.brightside.me ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, safety and reliability. Any action you take upon the information in this video is strictly at your own risk, and we will not be liable for any damages or losses. It is the viewer's responsibility to use judgement, care and precaution if you plan to replicate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Pearce (pictured) was just in Grade Six when he quizzed former Australian Prime Minister, John Howard, about how he would combat climate change and care for the environment.Now as the Fremantle Football Club captain and proud Palawa man, Alex still has the same concerns - "Athletes turn up the heat on politicians over climate change";"The Corporate Coup in Global Context: An Emergency Town ...";"Santos urges next PM to back Narrabri amid gas shortage fears";"Government's 'wilful bastardry' dooming young people, former bureaucrat says";"‘Like an underwater bushfire:' Shocking images as heatwave bleaches Ningaloo";"Beyond Trump: The new frontlines for climate action";"Trump's wind power restrictions put blue states' climate goals out of reach";"How to protect more Australian homes from the growing risks of floods, fires and other climate disasters";"SEC rule suspension is early gift for Trump's oil and gas supporters";"A global coffee price spike is about to drip into your mug";"How optimism can keep you healthy during stressful times";"How We Distribute Power Will Influence Our Future";"Protecting the Climate (documentary film review)";"Study paints a future picture of climate-resilient UK crops: chickpeas, oranges, and even okra";"Large-scale recycling of modern textiles is now in sight";"Greens Bracing For The Worst With President Trump, Take 2";"Rural Ohioans oppose solar farms, right? Not so, developer finds";"As California EV sales stall, what happens to its landmark mandate?";"Making Oil Companies Pay";"Humans generate 62 million tonnes of e-waste each year. Here's what happens when it's recycled";"Yes, Australia needs new homes – but they must be built to withstand disasters in a warmer world";"How a few inches of rain turned ‘catastrophic' in Kentucky and West Virginia";"Has the BYD Shark 6 already been dethroned? Ahead of April arrival, GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV claims better towing and off-road numbers";"South Africa Is a Warning";"How the Oil Industry Turned Climate Change into a Partisan Issue";"Global warming could be making Europe less windy: What does this mean for renewable energy?";"Has your morning coffee got more expensive? Climate change could be to blame";"Brazil's Lula defends oil exploration in the Amazon as a way to finance green energy";"Can We Put a Price on Climate Damages?";"'Inside I was screaming': The unexplored trauma of sudden and extreme weather";"Fighting Floods with Florals: Planting Wildflowers to Stop Climate Change";"Climate change will impact everything everywhere all at once";"Praise Song for a False Spring";"Peter Dutton sidesteps questions on state-funded nuclear disaster insurance plan";"Improve the Soil, Improve the Earth";"More than half of Australia's homes were built before fire standards came in. Here are 5 ways to retrofit them";"Fish and chips shouldn't come with a catch: how Australia can keep illegal seafood off our plates";"

Madison Moffat is our latest guest in the squeaky chair and we are very pleased to have her. Madison is a trans activist with Trans Justice Alliance Victoria and has an open letter with three very important demands for Victoria Police. They converge around common police policies and practises. Madison was born in Sydney to a teen Mum and lived in a public housing tower before the family moved to Narrabri. She had a hard time at school, being neuro a-typical, but not really knowing anything about that back then. All she knew was that she was frustrated with the school system as it was. Madison embarked on her own independent life at the age of 16, having a commercial cookery apprencticeship, before moving into the corporate world for many years where she thrived as 'the guru'. There is much to her story there. Madison eventually had a serious breakdown, a crisis of self, if you will. She has eventually found a happier place inside and in the world these days, transitioning during COVID-19, and now flourishing as a trans activist and 3CR broadcaster on Queering the Air. Madison is smart and funny and we really enjoyed talking to her. Thanks, Madison. Keep up the important work you are doing and for inspiring us all!Queering the Air, Sundays 3pm to 4pm, 3cr.org.au/queeringtheairfacebook.com/groups/thetranscreatorfacebook.com/transsistersunited

Fifth generation broadacre farmer and agronomist Keiran Knight grew up on an irrigation, cotton, sheep, cattle and cereal farm between Walgett and Narrabri in NSW. She married her next door neighbour John and they still farm the land their previous generations settled in 1891. While working as an agronomist and with a young family, Keiran became increasingly concerned about the amount of fertiliser conventional agriculture was asking farmers to use, both from an economic and environmental perspective. She and John started using bio-stimulants and she made a career change to become an agronomist for Best Farming Systems Australia. Keiran says farmers are getting agronomy advice they believe is evidence-based and scientifically based, but not enough people are talking about the damage synthetic inputs do to their most precious resource, soil. Keiran is well attuned to growing up in a rural area, and the culture of farming where it's difficult to step outside the lines. She encourages more farmers to ask more questions about the products they're using and what those products are doing to their soils as well as the quality of the food and fibre they are producing. Keiran was a guest speaker at VicNoTill's Food for Thought conference and says more questions also need to come from consumers around the nutritional integrity of their food such as who grew it, how did they grow it and what is their soil management plan.

We all owe something to our mothers, but medical student Georgia Goodhew is especially grateful to hers. When Georgia finally realised a girl could become a doctor, it was her mother who stood beside her in the face of many detractors. In this episode of Destination Medicine, Georgia shares her journey from growing up in Narrabri to pursuing her dream of becoming a rural doctor. Fascinated by the human body from a young age, Georgia overcame numerous challenges, including the lack of female doctors in her community, to achieve her goal. She discusses her path through sonography, the pivotal role of mentors, and the motivation behind co-founding Boots to Scrubs, an initiative for rural females aspiring to do medicine. Georgia's story is a testament to hard study, community support, and the fulfilling opportunities in rural healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Kahl, a cotton farmer from Narrabri, Australia, discusses his involvement in the cotton industry and his recent appointment to the board of Cotton Australia. He talks about the resurgence of young people in the town and the collaborative nature of the industry. Daniel also addresses misconceptions and myths surrounding cotton farming, highlighting the industry's progress in reducing pesticide use and water consumption.What we chat about:The cotton industry in Narrabri has seen a resurgence of young people returning to the town due to the ag opportunities and the close proximity to agricultural universities.The cotton industry is known for its collaborative nature, with growers working together to drive the industry forward and overcome challenges.The industry has made significant progress in reducing pesticide use and water consumption, with cotton now requiring 97% less pesticides and 40-50% less water to grow a bale.The family business is structured with different divisions, each managed by one of the three brothers. They have implemented school-based apprenticeships and gap years to provide development opportunities for their staff.His Nuffield scholarship topic focused on the people side of agriculture, reflecting his passion for the industry and the importance of building strong relationships and supporting the next generation. Having diverse perspectives in agriculture, such as a non-agricultural background, can lead to a more robust understanding of the industry.Building personal skills and finding ways to connect with people who have different perspectives is crucial for personal development.Creating pathways for the next generation in agriculture requires a balance between tertiary and vocational education.Implementing learnings from other countries can help improve the structure and development of farm managers in Australia.Programs like Ag Career Start play a vital role in providing opportunities and support for young people entering the agriculture industry.Nuffield episode sponsor:A message from this episode sponsor, ANZ Agribusiness:Farming in Australia is never without opportunity, nor challenge. From season to season, and from day to day, producers manage a myriad of risks and rewards as they produce the vast range of commodities global markets now demand. At ANZ Agribusiness, we've been supporting farmers to take opportunities and manage through challenges for over 150 years. We're a proud and long term partner of Nuffield Australia, supporting its goal of capacity building for producers, their businesses, industry and rural community. Our network of regionally based Agribusiness bankers are ready to support both our existing customers, and any farming business seeking a review of their banking arrangements at any time. Find your local ANZ Agribusiness manager now.What we cover:Australian cotton industry, Narrabri, young people, collaboration, misconceptions, myths, pesticide reduction, water consumption, family business, team, Nuffield scholarship, agriculture, pathways, next generation, education, vocational, tertiary, farm managers, business structure, personal development

A new campaign urging the federal government to invest in local energy hubs in regional areas has kicked off. It follows the release of a recent report by the Regional Australia Institute that suggests Australia's net zero targets are under threat unless regional communities are given a seat at the table to help drive the renewable energy change. Sally Hunter is a farmer from Gomeroy country, near Narrabri, in north west New South Wales. Her family farm is one of the first in the region to go all-electric. She's also the founder and managing director of Genie Energy, a not for profit that provides information about renewable energy to the Narrabri community. Genie Energy is seen as a template for local energy hubs. For more information about electrification and energy efficiency https://onestepoffthegrid.com.au

Whitehaven Coal Limited is an Australia-based company engaged in the production of coal. The Company is focused on the development and operation of coal mines in New South Wales and Queensland. Its segments include open-cut operations, underground operations, and coal trading and blending. Its assets include Canyon Mine, Gunnedah CHPP, Maules Creek Mine, Narrabri Mine, Narrabri Stage-3 Extension Project, Rocglen Mine, Sunnyside Mine, Tarrawonga Mine, Vickery Extension Project, Werris Creek Mine, Daunia Mine, Blackwater Mine and Winchester South Project. Its operating assets are complemented by two development assets: Vickery, near Gunnedah, and Winchester South, in Queensland's Bowen Basin. It produces coal using open-cut mining methods at Maules Creek, Tarrawonga, and Werris Creek and underground mining methods at Narrabri. Vickery Extension Project (Vickery) is a proposal to construct an open-cut coal mine and associated on-site infrastructure about 25 kilometers north of Gunnedah.Shares for Beginners and Stockopedia proudly present "Weekend Watchlist". Each week we dissect a company using Stockopedia's Factor driven analysis process. Go to https://why.stockopedia.com/sfb/ for your free trial and special discount offer. Why not join Stockopedia today and take advantage of this special offer of 10% off the first year of membership and see for yourself why Stockopedia is the essential tool for every serious DIY share investor. 14-day free trial included, then a no-quibble 30-day money back guarantee: https://why.stockopedia.com/sfb/ Find out more about Stockopedia by going to my review:https://www.sharesforbeginners.com/stockopedia-aunz-reviewDisclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they're offering something of value.Shares for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Shares for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Shares for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Narrabri, situated on the Namoi River, 521 kilometres north-west of Sydney, two young locals are competing. One is a boxer, Shannan Davey, and the other is a rower, Laura Gourley.  

Today Shannan Davey a light-middle weight boxer will arrive in the Olympic village in Paris for his first Olympics. It's a far cry from the life he was leading in the regional town of Narrabri at the age of 10. He was regularly fighting in the playground, was hyperactive in the classroom and loved to eat pizza on the couch. Two years later – his brother told him to put the pizza down and come with him, to the boxing gym. Six weeks later he had his first fight in nearby town, Cobar. This story, the journey. IT HAS NOT BEEN EASY. There have been many falling out's, trouble getting recognition because he was from the country, travel, money, eating, so many things. But Shannan Davey – the boy with his roots firmly bound in Narrabri – has triumphed – and he's not done yet – he's so excited for Australia's boxing team at Paris. He reckons it's going to change the face of boxing in Australia – and that's why he continues to work so hard. This is a Manson Podcasting production in partnership with Rabobank Australia. Production assistance by Alice Moffitt. Follow Shannan and other rural and regional athelete's journeys @mansonpodcasting on Instagram.

CLIMATE ACTION SHOWJuly 15th 2024 (repeat)PRODUCED BY Vivien LangfordTAMBORAN AGM - "DON'T FRACK THE NT"andPACIFIC CLIMATE WARRIORS TOUR GOMEROI COUNTRYGUESTS:Aunty Rhonda Dixon-Madden - Welcome to countryTamika Sadler and Larissa Baldwin-Roberts - Get UpMilima May -Larrakia  and Bradley Farrar- Alawa   from Beetaloo  who travelled from NT to this AGM of TamboranDr Emma Skowronski - Doctors for the EnvironmentThanks to organisers from 350.org, AYCC and Get Up!Pacific Climate Warriors Gabriel Veigaunavinaka in FijiJacybnta Fa'Amau in Australia In early November, Gomeroi and Gamilaraay traditional owners, Pacific Climate Warriors and activists, school strikers, local farmers, Move Beyond Coal community members and more came together on Gomeroi country in north-west NSW. Together, we shared stories of resistance and resilience, built deeper relationships and stood in solidarity with Gomeroi & Gamilaraay custodians - whose land is being exploited by fossil fuel companies such as Whitehaven Coal and Santos.This is a recount of what happened over the course of that special weekend - the stories that were told, the fights that were shared, and the solidarity built between communities. (Thanks to Move Beyond Coal)When country expands beyond what your eyes can comprehend, melting into the horizon, it's beyond beautiful, and quite indescribable. This is what I experienced as I watched the landscapes change towards our destination, the colours of the trees and land changing every so often. I knew from this point, that the trip to Narrabri on Gomeroi country, where devastating coal and gas extraction projects are widespread, would be one to remember. On arrival, we were welcomed by Gomeroi custodian Karra Kinchela and her family, by the Namoi river, as the wind rustled through the trees and soon after, embraced the young dancers and Karra's cousin, Clinton Lamb, who led the welcome to country. The stars eventually dressed the night sky as the night crept in, whilst the Pacific Climate Warriors thanked those who welcomed us with their own traditional fijian kava ceremony. Joy and laughter filled the campsite of our initial meeting place, which would reflect the real essence of the people who were fighting for Gomeroi country in Narrabri.Our second day on Gomeroi country, Karra showed us around, first at a site in the Pilliga Forest where water is filtered through to the underground water and finds its way to sea. She talked about how even on country that is considered freshwater, it is still connected to saltwater, and that whatever happens on her country is inherently connected to all countries. This lit up the fire in many people and for some, only added wood to the fire. There were direct connections being made between the effects coal and gas companies like Whitehaven Coal and Santos had on Narrabri and those close by, but also to the ocean and the Pacific Islands.Karra continued the tour by taking us to the front gates of Santos' Lee Wood gas facility.. She described how mining companies enjoy interacting with communities in order to claim, through social licensing, that those communities support their plans. Karra explained that continuing to participate in rallies and actions for Gomeroi country is one of the best ways to combat these false claims of support. She went on to explain how Whitehaven Coal, with numerous coal mines in the area with plans to expand, has eaten a lot of their country. Whitehaven promises all of these jobs and benefits to the community and Indigenous peoples, but these promises are only fallacies, with only a select few hired; their attempt to divert everyone's attention away from the reality that they are not only destroying country, but endangering the lives of those who live in the towns where they mine.We then headed to Maules Creek for lunch, where we were joined by one of the local Gamilaraay elders, Uncle Neville Sampson, who alongside a few other locals who have been fighting fossil fuel projects in their community for decades  explained the history of their fights. Uncle Neville talked about his resilience, and the resilience of those who continue to ensure a future for his people.After lunch, there was an opportunity to visit one of the local farms, and I put my hand up straight away. Being from a small village myself, from a remote island, I wanted to explore what life looked like right next to a coal mine. I remember most of my childhood in my village of Bauz, on Mer Island, in what is colonially known as the Torres Strait. Being from somewhere so remote, with a close knit community, I wondered if I could see a reflection of home amongst the tour, whether in the landscapes or the people. On the tour, we stopped every so often, learning what it takes to farm in Narrabri, about pink slugs and the houses and lands that were sold due to people getting extremely sick from not just the dust in the air from the mines but the gas released from the explosions. One of the farms belonged to a elderly woman, who was constantly sick due to the fumes, and had eventually sold her land and house, which now remains empty. Mining giants seem to have every right to not only harm the environment, but even the people who live within the environment it wants to destroy. After visiting the farm, and patting horses whilst learning about how climate change has even affected what farmers choose to grow now, we returned to Maules Creek renewed and even more passionate about stopping Whitehaven Coal.On our last day, we held an action at  sunrise - in front of Whitehaven Coal's Tarrawonga coal mine. When we arrived at the mine, what was in front of me was not only confronting, but made me feel both physically and spiritually ill. How could anyone devour a land and make it so baron, how could anyone harm country in such a vicious and heartless way, knowing that this land is so inherently connected to Gomeroi people? The trauma that the land experiences translates into real trauma for those who descend from these lands. When you kill or harm a land, you kill or harm it's people. Comprehending this tragedy, one that is paid for, that seeks the destruction of this country to gain profit, was difficult, but it was a reality that had to be acknowledged. It is our reality, and thus our responsibility to ensure that Karra, her family, her people, are able to live, not just survive, on their country, safe and sound. We shared stories, songs and dances in front of the mine, whilst mining security guards watched us as they patrolled the parameters. I couldn't help but mourn for country, but I could also feel the strength of everyone in this space, especially the Gomeroi mob who were so kind and gracious in inviting us to their country to see the truth of this place with our own eyes. Together, in times of crisis, when politicians let us down, we must rally together, allowing our communities to speak for themselves. We can see hope in the First Nations communities fighting to protect the country from new coal and gas projects. We see it in the global demands from Pacific leaders for no new coal and gas, phase out plans and renewables expansion. I remember some of my last words with Uncle Neville, he told me to keep fighting, but to also remember, that I am stronger, and that no matter what, Gomeroi country is who he is, and he will always know and be a part of its land, water and sky. In solidarity, we can protect this country.With Kindness and Au Esuau,Meleika on behalf of Move Beyond CoalP.S. Now more than ever, we need to all stand together and show our politicians that we are building a movement that will outmatch the power of coal and gas corporations like Whitehaven Coal and Santos, who are destroying Gomeroi sacred country and willingly contributing to devastating climate impacts in the Pacific and more.Join Move Beyond Coal teams and grassroots climate groups across the country for a Week of Action from 4-12 December(link is external), to take action in our communities to Turn Up the Heat on Labor.Move Beyond Coalhttps://www.movebeyondcoal.com/

Introducing: Paddock To Paris a Manson Podcasting Podcast celebrating rural and regionlal athletes on their way to the Paris Olympics. Search Paddock to Paris in your podcast app and follow or subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode. Today we give you a taste of Skye Manson's conversation with Narrabri born and bred Laura Gourley who's going to Paris to row in the Womens Quad Scull. Of the 37 athletes on Australia's Rowing team, at least 6 of them are from rural Australia. This ratio of country to city people is high and so it's fitting that we kick off this podcast - which is all about elevating the stories of rural and regional Australian atheletes heading to Paris - with a sport that's seen a high representation from farm kids over the years. And 24 year old Laura who'll be rowing in the Women's Quad Skull is no different. She grew up on a cropping farm at Edgeroi, 20 mins outside of Narrabri. In fact she tributes some of her success: to the kindness of her fellow farming friends. One neighbour lent her a skull - as in a single rowing boat - to train in During Covid. And another neighbour lent her their 2km long irrigation channel - to train on. Laura and her family have always been sports mad - Her grandfather left farming to play Rugby League and went on to win two premierships with St George Dragon's in the mid-60's. But Laura's journey as a rower didn't start until she went to boarding school. She was approached to give rowing a try because of her physique - and things went from there. She was the youngest person in her Rowing 8 and top of the charts on the Urg; The electronic rowing machine. This is a Manson Podcasting production in partnership with Rabobank Australia. Production support by Alice Moffitt.

Guess What; This week Laura Gourley found out she's going to the Olympics! Of the 37 athletes on Australia's Rowing team, at least 6 of them are from rural Australia. This ratio of country to city people is high and so it's fitting that we kick off this podcast - which is all about elevating the stories of rural and regional Australian athletes heading to Paris - with a sport that's seen a high representation from farm kids over the years. And 24 year old Laura who'll be rowing in the Women's Quad Skull is no different. She grew up on a cropping farm at Edgeroi, 20 mins outside of Narrabri. In fact she tributes some of her success: to the kindness of her fellow farming friends. One neighbour lent her a skull - as in a single rowing boat - to train in During Covid. And another neighbour lent her their 2km long irrigation channel - to train on.

Hear from Excellence in Professional Innovation winner at the Guild Pharmacy of the Year, Karen Carter from Narrabri Pharmacy. Karen will delve into the pharmacy's journey from overcoming workforce challenges to improving and implementing new services. You'll uncover the strategies driving positive change and enhancing well-being in their community, and we'll see exactly what secured them the win. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pilliga Scrub is an expansive area of 5,000 km2 (3,100 m2), made up of dense, semi-arid woodland

Raising the bar on crop nutrition in northern New South Wales is the aim of a new partnership between Outlook Ag and GRDC. Field trials have been established to help combat very area-specific problems and improve yield in a range of crops. In this episode, we speak with three of the lead consultants from Outlook Ag – Mitch Cuell in Narrabri, Greg Giblett on the Liverpool Plains, and Greg Rummery in the Northwest.   Download the transcript for this episode Content: Mitch Cuell Outlook Ag mitch@outlookag.com.au Greg Rummery Outlook Ag  gregr@outlookag.com.au Greg Giblett Outlook Ag  gregg@outlookag.com.au More information: Outlook Ag GRDC Code: OAG2305-001RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLIMATE ACTION SHOWNOVEMBER 20TH 2023PRODUCED BY Vivien LangfordTAMBORAN AGM - "DON'T FRACK THE NT"andPACIFIC CLIMATE WARRIORS TOUR GOMEROI COUNTRYGUESTS:Aunty Rhonda Dixon-Madden - Welcome to countryTamika Sadler and Larissa Baldwin-Roberts - Get UpMilima May -Larrakia TO and Bradley Frarrar- Alawa Beetaloo TO who travelled from NT to this AGM of TamboranDr Emma Skowronski - Doctors for the EnvironmentThanks to organisers from 350.org, AYCC and Get Up!Pacific Climate Warriors Gabriel Veigaunavinaka in FijiJacybnta Fa'Amau in Australia In early November, Gomeroi and Gamilaraay traditional owners, Pacific Climate Warriors and activists, school strikers, local farmers, Move Beyond Coal community members and more came together on Gomeroi country in north-west NSW. Together, we shared stories of resistance and resilience, built deeper relationships and stood in solidarity with Gomeroi & Gamilaraay custodians - whose land is being exploited by fossil fuel companies such as Whitehaven Coal and Santos. This is a recount of what happened over the course of that special weekend - the stories that were told, the fights that were shared, and the solidarity built between communities. (Thanks to Move Beyond Coal) When country expands beyond what your eyes can comprehend, melting into the horizon, it's beyond beautiful, and quite indescribable. This is what I experienced as I watched the landscapes change towards our destination, the colours of the trees and land changing every so often. I knew from this point, that the trip to Narrabri on Gomeroi country, where devastating coal and gas extraction projects are widespread, would be one to remember.  On arrival, we were welcomed by Gomeroi custodian Karra Kinchela and her family, by the Namoi river, as the wind rustled through the trees and soon after, embraced the young dancers and Karra's cousin, Clinton Lamb, who led the welcome to country. The stars eventually dressed the night sky as the night crept in, whilst the Pacific Climate Warriors thanked those who welcomed us with their own traditional fijian kava ceremony. Joy and laughter filled the campsite of our initial meeting place, which would reflect the real essence of the people who were fighting for Gomeroi country in Narrabri.Our second day on Gomeroi country, Karra showed us around, first at a site in the Pilliga Forest where water is filtered through to the underground water and finds its way to sea. She talked about how even on country that is considered freshwater, it is still connected to saltwater, and that whatever happens on her country is inherently connected to all countries. This lit up the fire in many people and for some, only added wood to the fire. There were direct connections being made between the effects coal and gas companies like Whitehaven Coal and Santos had on Narrabri and those close by, but also to the ocean and the Pacific Islands. Karra continued the tour by taking us to the front gates of Santos' Lee Wood gas facility.. She described how mining companies enjoy interacting with communities in order to claim, through social licensing, that those communities support their plans. Karra explained that continuing to participate in rallies and actions for Gomeroi country is one of the best ways to combat these false claims of support. She went on to explain how Whitehaven Coal, with numerous coal mines in the area with plans to expand, has eaten a lot of their country. Whitehaven promises all of these jobs and benefits to the community and Indigenous peoples, but these promises are only fallacies, with only a select few hired; their attempt to divert everyone's attention away from the reality that they are not only destroying country, but endangering the lives of those who live in the towns where they mine.We then headed to Maules Creek for lunch, where we were joined by one of the local Gamilaraay elders, Uncle Neville Sampson, who alongside a few other locals who have been fighting fossil fuel projects in their community for decades  explained the history of their fights. Uncle Neville talked about his resilience, and the resilience of those who continue to ensure a future for his people. After lunch, there was an opportunity to visit one of the local farms, and I put my hand up straight away. Being from a small village myself, from a remote island, I wanted to explore what life looked like right next to a coal mine. I remember most of my childhood in my village of Bauz, on Mer Island, in what is colonially known as the Torres Strait. Being from somewhere so remote, with a close knit community, I wondered if I could see a reflection of home amongst the tour, whether in the landscapes or the people. On the tour, we stopped every so often, learning what it takes to farm in Narrabri, about pink slugs and the houses and lands that were sold due to people getting extremely sick from not just the dust in the air from the mines but the gas released from the explosions. One of the farms belonged to a elderly woman, who was constantly sick due to the fumes, and had eventually sold her land and house, which now remains empty. Mining giants seem to have every right to not only harm the environment, but even the people who live within the environment it wants to destroy. After visiting the farm, and patting horses whilst learning about how climate change has even affected what farmers choose to grow now, we returned to Maules Creek renewed and even more passionate about stopping Whitehaven Coal.On our last day, we held an action at  sunrise - in front of Whitehaven Coal's Tarrawonga coal mine. When we arrived at the mine, what was in front of me was not only confronting, but made me feel both physically and spiritually ill. How could anyone devour a land and make it so baron, how could anyone harm country in such a vicious and heartless way, knowing that this land is so inherently connected to Gomeroi people? The trauma that the land experiences translates into real trauma for those who descend from these lands. When you kill or harm a land, you kill or harm it's people.  Comprehending this tragedy, one that is paid for, that seeks the destruction of this country to gain profit, was difficult, but it was a reality that had to be acknowledged. It is our reality, and thus our responsibility to ensure that Karra, her family, her people, are able to live, not just survive, on their country, safe and sound. We shared stories, songs and dances in front of the mine, whilst mining security guards watched us as they patrolled the parameters. I couldn't help but mourn for country, but I could also feel the strength of everyone in this space, especially the Gomeroi mob who were so kind and gracious in inviting us to their country to see the truth of this place with our own eyes. Together, in times of crisis, when politicians let us down, we must rally together, allowing our communities to speak for themselves. We can see hope in the First Nations communities fighting to protect the country from new coal and gas projects. We see it in the global demands from Pacific leaders for no new coal and gas, phase out plans and renewables expansion. I remember some of my last words with Uncle Neville, he told me to keep fighting, but to also remember, that I am stronger, and that no matter what, Gomeroi country is who he is, and he will always know and be a part of its land, water and sky. In solidarity, we can protect this country.With Kindness and Au Esuau,Meleika on behalf of Move Beyond Coal P.S. Now more than ever, we need to all stand together and show our politicians that we are building a movement that will outmatch the power of coal and gas corporations like Whitehaven Coal and Santos, who are destroying Gomeroi sacred country and willingly contributing to devastating climate impacts in the Pacific and more. Join Move Beyond Coal teams and grassroots climate groups across the country for a Week of Action from 4-12 December, to take action in our communities to Turn Up the Heat on Labor.Move Beyond Coalhttps://www.movebeyondcoal.com/

CLIMATE ACTION SHOWOCTOBER 16TH 2023Produced by Vivien Langford "LIVING WONDERS" LOSE IN COURT The Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek was not in court to defend the challenge to her approval of two coal mine extensions. On her side were barristers for MACH Energy and  WHITEHAVEN coal. Justice Mc Elwaine dismissed the case. He said "Ultimately (this)...... raises matters for parliament to consider"   Environmental Justice Australia said "Unless it is appealed, today's judgement effectively clears the way for the minister to ignore climate change in her risk assessment of all new coal and gas projects on her desk- of which there are 25" I interviewed the president of the Environment Council of Central Queensland, Christine Carlisle about the impact on Australia's living wonders of more coal exports into the 2040's. Even now the Narrabri mine is leaking three times the climate changing  methane it claimed. If the extension is approved it will only add fuel to the climate chaos we are now experiencing everywhere. If you haven't see the Living Wonders project ,which ECoCeQ presented to Tanya Plibersek, please look at it now and check which of the living wonders  that you cherish will be imperilled. Explore the Evidence - Living Wonders Despite a promise to escape the climate 'naughty corner', the government just scored a win against environmentalists - ABC News Fine article by Michael SlezacLiving Wonders: Calls for law change after Federal Court ruling | news.com.au — Australia's leading news site Our "breaking News" interview will be followed by  a repeat of our 2022 show exploring the living wonders project featuring Professor Jakelin Troy and Lawyer Holly Kerwin. One of the wonders we look at is Lake Albacutya - Living Wonders.The hope we had then has had a setback in court. We had a new Environment Minister and Australia had overwhelmingly voted for Climate Action, but now state capture has been made obvious. Just as when our Former government passed around a shiny piece of laquered coal  and told parliament "Dont be afraid", now the Environment Minister is lined up with the coal companies who are defending her right to approve their mine extensions into the 2040's. That's the reality which should motivate a great deal of climate action. I think we must insist the reforms of the EPBC Act, promised for the end of this year, contain a climate trigger . Meantime, let us know if you are campaigning to delay the 25 projects.CLIMATE ACTIONOctober 29th SYDNEY- XR Zombie Walk  Events - Extinction Rebellion Australia (ausrebellion.earth)December 5-10th MELBOURNE -XR December RebellionNovember 17th - School Strike4Climate - Focus on stopping Fossil Fuel SubsidiesNov 17 | SS4C Australia (schoolstrike4climate.com)November 24-27- NEWCASTLE People's Blockade of the Coal PortPeople's Blockade — Rising Tide 

In this episode, another resignation in the Liberal Party, and are there more to follow? And the cost blowout in the Inland Rail Project is yet another example of why Barnaby Joyce should leave politics. After a short and sustained period of criticism about his role in the Liberal Party's leadership ‘no' vote for the Voice to Parliament. Julian Leeser has resigned from Shadow Cabinet and has now said that he will campaign for the ‘yes' case. This will place more pressure on the leadership of Peter Dutton and add to the debate about the future of the Liberal Party. But Lesser said he wants to make amendments to what has already been proposed in the referendum; he also didn't end up repudiating any of Dutton's claims that the Voice to Parliament will end up costing billions of dollars to implement and it will grind the government to a halt, so it's difficult to discern – at this stage – what Leeser's true motivations are. When he became the leader of the Liberal Party, Dutton said his job after the 2022 federal election loss was “to unite the Liberal Party”, but with MPs resigning from Shadow Cabinet, former Liberal Party MPs resigning from the party, and backbenchers speaking out, it's far from a united party and it's a political mess that keeps being pulled down by internal conservative forces.It was also revealed during the week that the cost of the Inland Rail Project has doubled within two years and has increased from $16 billion, up to $31 billion. The Inland Rail Project commenced in 2018 and is proposed to operate between Brisbane and Melbourne and was one of Barnaby Joyce's pet projects when he was the deputy prime minister and the Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development. There were also claims that he was trying to fasts-track this Inland Rail Project and change the path of the project so it would run closer to the land that he owns near Narrabri – 1,000 hectares of land, which no one in their right mind would buy unless they knew of a future government project that was in development. Where there's corruption – or alleged corruption – Joyce is never too far behind, and his time in politics should be close to an end.

Host Michael Guerin is joined by Greg Sugars to discuss the invitation for Just Believe to compete in the Elitloppet in Sweden plus the stable's hopes in The Race by Grins later this week in New Zealand. Michael is also joined by Tom Ison to chat about today's Narrabri meeting.

Hot finishes in Australia's northern region are resulting in lower chickpea quality and yield.  In a bid to improve heat tolerance in chickpea, GRDC has funded research that builds on advances already made under the Australian Research Council: Legumes for Sustainable Agriculture Hub.   Professor Richard Trethowan is Director of the University of Sydney's Plant Breeding Institute in Narrabri, New South Wales… where he and his team, are pursuing both genetic and agronomic solutions to improve the heat tolerance of chickpeas. To find out more we spoke with Professor Trethowan and his colleague Dr Angela Pattison. Contact: richard.trethowan@sydney.edu.au  More Information: International resources tapped for heat-tolerant chickpea germplasm for Australian breeding programs Project Code: UOS2112-002RTX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Improving wheat yield and yield stability through better heat tolerance is the focus of research being undertaken at the University of Sydney's Plant Breeding Institute in Narrabri, New South Wales.  GRDC has invested in the collaborative program between University of Sydney, Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, InterGrain and Agriculture Victoria.   Professor Richard Trethowan and Dr Rebecca Thistlethwaite are part of the team of researchers and breeders.  Contact:  richard.trethowan@sydney.edu.au  More Information: Heat Tolerant Wheat: improving yield through heat tolerance Project Code: UOS2201-001RTX, UOS1606-004RMX

Crops have been devastated but farmers remain optimistic as major flooding hits significant areas of inland New South Wales Properties near Narrabri have been inundated, destroying fence lines and fields.  Rural reporter Meg Van Lohuizen spoke with New South Wales Farmers Narrabri President David Scilley, to see what's happening in the area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Geoff is talking to Ashley Watt from Why Leave Town Promotions who was a Winner in the 2021 Community Achievement Awards for Regional NSW & the ACT. Why Leave Town Promotions of Narrabri is encouraging people to ‘Shop Local'. Why Leave Town Promotions (WLT) offers community gift cards that use a ‘closed loop' technology that ensures dollars stay local. The WLT Community Gift Card can be purchased at local ‘load up' points or online and can only be spent back on participating local businesses. WLT works with over 60 communities across Australia and has created a website, Shop Local Hub. In 2018, the gift cards were used by organisations to distribute funds raised to support farmers and others in need during the drought. To date, WLT has helped keep over $12m in local communities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BS shows that vegies are the key to keeping your pun game strong; Jamie & Leigh once again play Gimme Headline with journalist Scott Leek, and file a slightly more than minor objection to Narrabri's "Sporting Capital Of Australia" title.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No music, no human voices, just the sound of night falling over bushland near Narrabri, recorded by the ABC's Ann Jones. It sounds like camping. Narrabri is in North West NSW, in an incredibly fertile farming area. And yep, you guessed it, where it's fertile, it means you won't get much bushland left intact. This bushland is a patch on the Llara Farm which is used by the University of Sydney for research. I was lucky enough to travel there to film a program about technology and nature for 'Catalyst' on ABC TV. This recording differs a little from some of the others I've made for Nature Track. For example, there is no way that I can completely remove the distant sound of highway movement, of the endless trucks ferrying agricultural products towards the city. But this is an incredibly endearing mix of the insect chorus for me. It sounds like camping. A chorus of ravens in the distance, along with cockies going to sleep, and some sounds I cannot identify kick off this most relaxing soundscape yet. Listening notes from Ann Jones: 00:00:45 I have no idea what this insect is, but I love it. 00:10:20 I think this is actually a boobook – they make this sound when they're close to another boobook, rather than calling across a distance. 00:30:35 One of the many sounds produced by foxes. They have a really wide vocabulary and can sound human-like, bird-like and just plain scary in the night. 00:41:00 A bat circles past on its nightly food run echo-locating for both navigation and prey detection. 00:46:30 A sneaky dog. I can't tell you how much time I spend pulling dogs out of nature recordings. They're almost ubiquitous in Australian landscapes 00:58:40 I can hear a frog here, that's sounds a bit like a ruler twanged against a school desk. I think it might be a spotted marsh frog – Limnodynastes tasmaniensis. 01:12:00 A distant boobook, the smallest owl in Australia, along with some fox calls and bat flybys. 01:21:00 The terrifying scream of a barn owl. Yes, they look magnificent. Sound terror-ific too. Mix Engineer: Isabella Tropiano. This program is produced on the land of the Wathawurung people.

No music, no human voices, just the sound of the evening falling and night returning to bushland near Narrabri. It sounds like camping.

Edinburgh Comedy Award Nominee Ivo Graham (on tour here) is with us to test his knowledge, and frankly, his patience. He is joined by two members of the brains trust (which you can now join here), Scottish Grave Robber/Necromancer Jacqueline McElvaney (Nikki Britton, performing in Edinburgh and London this week and next, tickets available via clicking on the city of your choice) and Tuck Shop Line Monitor of a St Helens in Narrabri, regional NSW, Max (Oliver Coleman, also performing in Edinburgh).If you would like to join the brains trust and contribute to making this show each week join us at www.patreon.com/waxquizzicalHosted by Kyran Wheatley.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/wax-quizzical. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have been looking at what the Bible means when it uses the word “love”. As Andrew reminded us last week: it is possibly the most misused word in our world today. Over the last two weeks we have seen the meaning of the word “love” as the Bible uses it. It is very different to how we hear and see it used around us every day. As part of God's mob here in Narrabri it is important that we listen to what our Lord says about our love for each other. The love He shows us also gives us a better way to live in this world. He reveals where love comes from. How we can love. What stops us loving each other and what loving each other results in.

With the Varroa Mite threat to introduced bees essential for farm pollination now detected 400km from the Port of Newcastle at Narrabri - and Foot & Mouth disease now identified in the popular Australian tourist destination of Bali in Indonesia, the NSW Farmers president talks through the extent of biosecurity threats, and encourages Australians to work in agriculture and for policymakers not only to allow workers in to farms, but to tackle the supermarket duopoly cruelling investment in a tight margin vegetable sector now causing 'broccoli shock'

Do you struggle with Self-Doubt? Do you wonder where it came from, and how to overcome it? In today's episode, the team break down it's origins and how to bounce back if you are struggling with self-doubt. They are also joined by Scott Wolford, a miner who lives just outside of Narrabri, QLD to give his unique insight into the topic. Also Kylie James' book mentioned at the top of the podcast can be found here: https://www.amazon.com.au/Inspired-Life-inspirational-stories-passion-ebook/dp/B09SPQWLQL/ref=sr_1_5?crid=4G9WIWK7KU4W&keywords=an%20inspired%20life&qid=1651582072&sprefix=an%20inspired%20life%2Caps%2C249&sr=8-5&fbclid=IwAR13N3O9i4GifcRunuJDDXt_eUqBLFgHNS8yIGPaa1PBu5uOiomLGnw95kM Apologies about the audio quality for the first half, the internet was a little slow on this one. All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the lands of the Kulin and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past and present. As always, if you are having trouble, you can always send us a message. Listen to this podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/128QgGOlt293SnJkqN1w6e?si=805eef704962447b To find out more about our free content, sign-up for future webinars as well as our other services, go to https://magicallearning.com/ and sign up! You can also find us on our socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magical_learning/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/magicallearningteam/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/magicallearning/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb70j5K0EE1DLlCLCvqdsVQ? On today's Podcast: Danette Fenton-Menzies, Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, Allen Hunt, Scott Wolford Have a Magical day! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Michael Condon and Lara Webster go to Narrabri to talk cotton.

Protect indigenous people's rights or Paris climate goals will fail, says reportMassive fire near glaciated area of Parvati Valley, Glaciologists sound alarmGreta Thunberg to publish a ‘go-to source' book on the climate crisisUN launches group to hold companies to account for net-zero pledgesEU will do ‘whatever it takes to rebuild solar energy manufacturing in EuropeUS taps $420 mil to boost water supplies hit by climate changeBiden admin to roll out new fuel efficiency rule todayClimate tech comes to YC's Demo DayEU will do ‘whatever it takes to rebuild solar energy manufacturing in EuropeDutch coal-fired power plant remain operational longer than planned‘Unfathomable': Narrabri coalmine expansion gets final approval from NSW planning commissionAustralia's renewable boom is fading as investors lose confidence, energy council saysEPA Decides Against Limiting Perchlorate in Drinking WaterSource list- https://heavenly-sceptre-002.notion.site/Climate-Recap-April-1-3-16d58ed515d24194a13c44bec8fd823f

Lex Gordon is one of those names synonymous with the transport industry and he led, until his passing late last year, a proud family business that spanned over 70 years. Ross Gordon is one of Lex's 13 children and he joined us on Copy Southbound to share some of the stories of this pioneer of country haulage who was renowned for his big equipment and major contributions to the Narrabri district, where his company is still based.

Alex's death remains shrouded in mystery. This episode retraces her final days.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carnage @ Collingwood Community Garden here II Last week the Collingwood Children's Farm Management Committee bulldozed the Community Gardens, destroying 43 years of continuous community connection to the plots. We talk with people who were there at the beginning of the farm and the plots and pose the question has the Collingwood Children's Farm lost it's way?Australian Manufacturing here II We talk to the National President of the Australian Manufacturing Workers' Union Andrew Dettmer about what is needed to kick start Australian Manufacturing and hear from Senator Tim Ayres about a recent missed opportunity.Save Lake Knox here II In another intannce of a threatened public space that make urban landscapes liveable we hear from Darren Wallace from Save Lake Knox.Gomeroi fight Santos Narrabri Gas Project here II Emma Hart speaks with Ian Brown, a Gomeroi man from Moree and member of Gamilaraay Next Generation, about the fight to top Santos' Narrabri Gas Project in north west NSW. The first stage  of the project will feature 850 coal seam gas extraction wells drilled down through the Great Artesian Basin within four areas of  the Pilliga State Forest.

Alex was loved - and intensely alive. We meet her friends and the man who wanted to spend his life with her, and hear how her trauma bubbled to the surface. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the program we cover two important topics which have seen some significant development in the last week. First, we speak with two Gomeroi yinarr, Aunty Polly Cutmore and Traditional Custodian Karra Kinchela, about the fight to stop Santos' Narrabri Gas Project, near Moree in North West NSW. 850 gas wells are proposed for the area, and court hearings are underway.Visit the Moree Ecological Holistic Information Centre page And find more information about the Pillaga Ultra - A Run to Keep the Pillaga Wild Then we hear from Charlie and Evan from Pride in Protest in Warrang Sydney, about the previously proposed Religious Discrimination Act.Last week was a big week, and after some significant wrangling and subsequent trauma for the LGBTIQA+ community the Act has now been withdrawn by the Coalition. While we spoke before the legislation was withdrawn, Charlie and Evan provide an analysis about the forces at play behind the bill that's still very relevant.You can connect with Pride in Protest at the social pages below:Facebook - Pride in ProtestTwitter - Pride in ProtestInstagram - Pride in Protest

What happens when you expose sex offenders within your own family? Virginia and Steve find out how far people will go to bury the truth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aussie share market started yesterday down 0.6%, however managed to close just 0.08% lower yesterday to 7,447. Only three sectors managed to post gains, while the tech and consumer discretionary sectors were hit the hardest. The tech sector is suffering from a spike in bond yields as markets anticipate a faster tightening cycle by central banks.Looking at the ASX200 stock performance, the top stock yesterday was battery materials and technology company, Novonix (ASX:NVX). The stock was up 10.8% after announcing its intentions to list on a second stock exchange, the Nasdaq in the US. AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) also performed well, rising 8.6%, following a bullish broker note from Credit Suisse, upgrading the stock to “outperform”. And some of the other best performing stocks included mining stocks Alumina (ASX:ALU), Champion Iron (ASX:CIA), Chalice Mining (ASX:CHN) and Iluka Resources (ASX:ILU). Reliance Worldwide (ASX:RWC) was the worst performer, down 3.4%, despite no news out from the company, and both Xero (ASX:XRO) and WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) saw some selling as the tech sector came under pressure.The most traded stocks by Bell Direct clients yesterday was Wesfarmers (ASX:WES). The company is now the last one standing in the takeover of Priceline owner Australian Pharmaceuticals Industries (ASX:API), after Woolworths withdrew its proposal. Afterpay (ASX:APT), Telstra (ASX:TLS) and Fortescue Metals (ASX:FMG) were also highly traded yesterday. In the US, stocks recovered from earlier losses, staging an afternoon rally that put an end to the Nasdaq's four day losing streak. The tech-heavy Nasdaq closed 0.05% higher, while the Dow and S&P500 both fell, down 0.45% and 0.14% respectively. European stocks closed lower amid interest rate fears, ahead of key US inflation data out this week and more comments from US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell on interest rate hikes.For today, following the mixed session on Wall Street, the futures are suggesting the Aussie share market will open 0.56% lower. What to watch today: Keep an eye on Ramsay Health Care (ASX:RHC). The company reached agreement regarding a new volume-based agreement with the NHSE, the National Health Service in England, which makes its services available to the NHSE and its patients to meet the ongoing demands resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. If the agreement is well received by investors, its shares could lift.Economic news out today includes Australia's balance of trade data for November. Australia's trade surplus decreased to A$11.22 billion in October from a downwardly revised A$11.82 billion in the previous month. Consensus expects trade surplus to decrease again to A$10.6 billion in November. Separately, retail sales for November will also be released today.Oil prices fell on demand concerns given the rapid global rise in omicron infections, while the gold price edged higher despite US 10-year Treasury yields hitting two-year highs. And the seaborne iron ore price traded slightly higher to US$126 a tonne.   Trading Ideas: Bell Potter have upgraded their rating on coal mining company, Whitehaven Coal (ASX:WHC) from a HOLD to a BUY, and have also increased their price target from $3.50 to $3.60. Bell Potter believe the coal price strength from mid-2021 should now be flowing through to realised prices, which should materially lift free cash flow. Operational risks at Narrabri remain, however, should abate over 2022. Therefore, Bell Potter believe WHC is cheap on most valuation metrics, and that supports their upgrade to a BUY. Now, WHC closed 5% higher yesterday to $2.89, which implies about 25% share price growth in a year.Trading Central has a bullish signal on EML Payments (ASX:EML). This signal indicates that the stock price may rise from the close of $3.22 to the range of $4.30 - $4.50 in

Gunnedah and Narrabri cop the floods as farms go under water

Today you are going to hear from Lyndal Vankuyk from Narrabri; a mum, wife, teacher and great mate to many. Our paths crossed about 5 years ago in a staff room at a local primary school where we were both working. When you have young kids in a town like Narrabri, you soon become part of an incredible community of people who you feel supported by and who always have your back. We certainly feel this as well at our local day care centre and pre school where our youngest children attend together. Lyndal and her husband Will have three children, Ben, Evie and Roxy. When Roxy was two-years-old she was diagnosed with a very rare genetic condition that affects the ATP8A2 gene, so rare in fact that she is one of only 20 people diagnosed with the condition worldwide. Roxy's diagnosis is the first of its kind in Australia and the chances of being born with this rare genetic abnormality is 1 in 500 million. This is Lyndal's story.

Anglo Pacific Group PLC (LSE:APF, TSX:APY, OTC:AGPIF) Chief Executive Julian Treger catches up with Proactive's Katie Pilbeam to talk about selling their 1% gross revenue royalty over the Narrabri mine in Australia to the operator, Whitehaven Coal Limited (ASX:WHC). The deal is for up to US$36mln (£26mln), marking its exit from thermal coal. The sale improves the group's carbon footprint with a remaining portfolio of assets now increasingly weighted towards cobalt, vanadium, copper and nickel - commodities which will be essential to decarbonise energy generation in the years ahead, it said. Anglo Pacific will receive fixed payments totalling US$21.6mln, along with contingent payments which could generate a further US$14mln.

Australia is currently battling high electricity prices after gas demand from both domestic and international markets tightened drastically over the last 12 months. The Gippsland Basin – which has powered the east coast for decades is running out of gas – renewables currently cannot keep up. Does Empire Energy and its assets in the Beetaloo hold the answer over the next decade? According to the latest Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) report, without new production along with gas import terminals, Australia could grapple with an energy emergency. The AEMO Gas Statement of Opportunities – the leading report providing a realistic gas outlook in Australia – the country needs urgent gas supply. AEMO has singled out the Beetaloo Basin as the potential source for this gas. Australia is in a mining boom where miners are happy to secure gas at all-time highs to power projects which underwrite Australia's economy. During this quarter, energy prices hit new highs in Queensland. Prices across the rest of the nation are still high too. This is not just a problem Australia is facing. In Europe energy prices recently hit all-time highs. This was because there, put quite simply, wasn't enough wind or sun to power renewable based generation. Data from the Office of the Chief Economist warns of global gas shortfalls. While the US and Qatar will play an important part in meeting this demand, Australia remains the biggest producer and exporter of LNG to international markets. At the same time, international trading partners – from China to Japan – are buying up cargos of LNG, which is keeping pressure on the market. The latest data showed Chinese LNG demand is outpacing Japan's and will continue to grow. Australian exports of LNG are near record highs. This demand for gas, both domestically and internationally, is not expected to let up any time soon. Not for decades. So, is the Beetaloo Basin the answer? Well, yes. Even with Santos' massive Narrabri coal seam gas project in New South Wales. In fact, there's talk of importing LNG from Queensland and Western Australia to feed electricity demand in NSW and Vic. However, this will cost more than piping gas. The Beetaloo Basin of the Northern Territory could be a more affordable option for domestic consumers, while allowing LNG exports (the second biggest export in Australia) to continue providing economic benefits for the nation. In this special feature interview, Energy News senior journalist Paul Hunt discusses the game-changing project operated by Empire Energy, and the future of energy security in Australia. He was joined by Empire Energy managing director Alex Underwood.

Annabelle Hickson www.annabellehickson.com  is the founder of @Galahpress. Her new publication @GalahMagazine is a modern voice from the bush.Annabelle is also a #pecanfarmer west of  #tenterfield, an #author, a #podcaster. She maintains a rich and diversified portfolio of activities alongside her family life (a farmer husband and 3 lovely kids).In this episode she talks about her transition out of Sydney, and we cover a lot of ground including; growing up suburban Sydney, getting a dream job after uni and then working as a journalist for the Australian newspaper, thinking life was going to go down a much more urban trackfalling in love with a farmerloving life out here, one she never knew about beforecreating your own opportunities, your own business and an empirestarting @GalahMagazine - a publication that spoke about #regionalAustralia through the lens of advantagethe historical voice from the bush, in a kind of post colonial sense, you know, the Bush was such an important part of our national psyche - built on the sheep's back you know everyone was a farmer, they knew a farmer, they had a connection with the bush.how nowadays, that connection has really eroded, and, you know, we're one of the most urbanized countries in the world and I think it's something like 85% of us live within 50kms of the coasts,how the Bush used to be so powerful and now it's much less powerfulthe song of decline, the narrative of decline is something that we hear about a lotbeing really surprised and delighted to find that when I moved out to regional Australia. It was not this sad place, it was vibrant and joyful and full of innovation.why it's really important for us to tell these stories  - to not always talk about drought, and lack of access to medical services, and lack of jobs because this life out here is also really richas you know it's not all light, there's a darkness too, but I think it's a more complex picture I guess then historical stereotypes have portrayed.why living 80 kilometers out of town, and feeling quite separate from #townlife and being a real outsider, is probably good for making observationswhat's happening in #Tenterfield -  primarily an ag town, you know traditional grazing community but now there's lots of different people coming - opening Airbnb's, new shopkeepers, new restauranters - there's a real mix of people coming into the communityhow from her my point of view having this diverse makeup of people in the community is the key to the future of regional Australia. Having people that don't have skills that are just kind of ag-based, you know, we've got architects, restauranteurs, artists, and all of this that makes up the vibrant, diverse life that I want#decentralization - has been this dream for so long but now it actually feels real, we have technology that allows that to happen. And then, with COVID we've sort of been forced into it and I actually think it's a really exciting time for regional Australia.#treechange and the reasons behind it - significantly cheaper real estate prices - you can get a lot of bang for your buckthe #giftofcommunity - you know everyone's names, they know you, they care about you, even if you don't have the same political views, they will help you when you need it you know we had fires around here and everyone just helped everyone and that feeling of being seen and heard and cared for, I didn't know what I was missing.life before #treechange - pretty much hung with people who were very much like me in my Sydney lifewhy mixing with people who aren't all alike is good for humanityfeeling a lot more courageous here than I did in my city life. I don't think I ever would have thought I could start my own publication in Sydney because I was surrounded by amazing publicationsfeeling emboldened out here, and I think. I think in a way that's a reflection of the community being so much smaller and that awful voice of comparison, just isn't as loud and you can just kind of try more thingsEmerging business opportunities in #communityregeneration #renewableenergy #smallscale #ecotourism #smallscalefood #smallscaleag #verticalintegrationwhy a lot of country towns that are way ahead of the politicians;#Communityownedcompanies that have the aim of creating and generating enough renewable clean energy to power their own communities, and any profits that are made go back into the community.@cleancowra in #centralwestNewSouthWales@genienergy  in #Narrabri #NorthwestNSWFarming on one or two hectares and employing 10 People@SueHewitt who went back from Melbourne to her family fig farm in South Australia. She went back and worked out how to build a premium food brand #foodprovenance  #industrialvoyeurism #foodtourism #farmtourismHow you can have direct access to city based customers these days through @Instagram and @buyfromthebush and bypass the traditional middlemen and redistribute those margins. I just think it's such an exciting time, keep the margins local.Moving away from competitiveness into cooperation so that they can actually build something strong for the community@GraceBrennan #buyfromthebush@Donnahay - the doyen of Australian cookbooks and magazine publishing as a mentor.@Jilliankirby from https://www.yourexchange.co/  #dubbowww.kerrcapital.com.au

It's our last episode of The Biscuit Tin Today - next week we start a new podcast!  Today we are in Narrabri in NSW and there is a lot of talk about hotels, toilets and biscuits.  All the usual stuff!!  See you next week for Awkward Gulley.

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics. NewsreportsVictoria in Lockdown for next 7 days. The latest outbreak could have been avoided if there were better quarantine arrangements in place and if the vaccine rollout had been better managed. Prime Minister Scott Morrison has used the occasion to suggest the Victorian government's proposed quarantine facility (which was attacked by Peter Dutton) might in fact be a good idea, but still hasn't committed to funding it, and should have organised construction of something like it a year or more ago.Climate activist shareholders elected to Exxon and Chevron BoardsNetherlands: Court orders Royal Dutch Shell to cut emissions by 45% by 2030 following class action organised by friends of the earthA class action here in Australia by climate strikers in the federal court ends in a landmark ruling that the Federal Government has a duty of care to prevent harm / injury to children in future decades caused by climate change, and that it must consider this duty of care when assessing coal mine approvals. Justice Mordecai Bromberg put Federal Environment minister Sussan Ley on notice that if she approves the Vickery coal mine expansion 'as is likely', this would constitute a breach of the duty of care as established by the class action case, opening the door to further legal action.CFMEU flies Palestinian flag on crane at Nakba rally last saturdayAll 3 branches of NSW MUA vow to oppose fracking in Narrabri in NSWGunnedah rally against police killing of Gamilaroi man Michael PeacheyInterviews and DiscussionsJacob & Zane speaks with Ange Carr from Homelessness Action Geelong (HAG). HAG is campaigning to halt the privatisation of public housing in Victoria and to immediately build 50,000 new public housing dwellings of appropriate size so that all people on the waiting list for public housing can gain access to a home; an increase to the rate of the centrelink payment; as well as an end to tax concessions like negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions that entrench benefits for those with multiple properties. You can listen to the individual interview here.Jacob and Zane speak with Paul Gregoire a journaliast with Sydney Criminal Lawyers about new Federal laws allowing the federal government to detain asylum seekers and other categories of non citizens indefinitely. The law masquerades as preventing refoulment of refugees to danger but in real terms allows people with a secret and non appealable 'negative security assessment' from ASIO, or any refugee living in the community who is charged with an offence punishable by 12 months or more in gaol, to be locked up in refugee detention centres indefinitely. You can listen to the individual interview here. Jacob and Zane speak with Margie about the Disrupt Land Forces week of protest in Meanjin / Brisbane. Land forces is a military expo for various weapons manufacturers. Participant companies like Thales, Rheinmetall, Boeing, EOS, Elbit, Lockheed Martin, BAE among others are making obscene profits by #ExportingTerror to the peoples of West Papua, Yemen, Mindanao and Sudan. Weapons that we pay for, through our tax dollars, end up destroying indigenous forests, waters and lives. You can listen to the individual interview here. 

In this episode, Ali and Katie are hitting the streets of Narrabri to indulge in a little retail therapy. But before embarking on the shops, they are definitely going to need a caffeine hit!Thankfully, the girls know a farmer from Spring Plains who can help them out with a delicious coffee fix.... Today, Bush Wanderlust is lucky enough to introduce you to the dynamic husband and wife duo - Dave and Martina Boyle. Just a few years ago, Davo was a full-time farmer, hard at work on his family's property where he grew up as one of four brothers. But these days, you'll find Dave behind a fancy coffee machine, brewing up lattes and cappuccinos. He's quite literally gone from paddock to serving plates and is a shining example of how adaptable, innovative and resilient farmers in the Narrabri region can be when times get tough, especially during drought. The twist is Dave set up coffee and produce store Yield at the back of Marval Designs, a fashion and lifestyle boutique owned by his ever-stylish wife, Martina. The Boyles also have two adorable daughters. So how do these two lovable locals make it work? We're about to find out. Welcome to the podcast, Dave and Marty.

Building a petrochemical facility reliant on the fossil fuel - gas - is one of the top-listed projects put forward by the Australian government aimed at stimulating the economy post COVID-19. The $1.9bn fertiliser facility pegged for Narrabri in New South Wales is not a new idea, and it can't get planning approval until gas company Santos' long standing fracking proposal also for Narrabri is approved. But there must be hope for a go-ahead, with Santos and the fertiliser proprietor Perdaman Chemicals and Fertilisers already signing a partnership agreement - back in 2019. This facility is one of two new petrochemical plants the Perdaman proprietor is seeking approval for – the second is a $4.5 billion dollar mega-project at the Burrup peninsula in Western Australia, known as Project Destiny, and again, the deals have already been done, this time with gas giant Woodside. But first – an explainer – what is a petrochemical plant? and thanks to Dr Peter Rimmer from the Australian National University for his early examination of this industry. The production of petrochemicals uses hydrocarbons that would otherwise have been burnt or wasted in the refining process. The hydrogen element is the starting point for ammonia and nitrogenous derivatives used in the manufacture of fertilisers. Rimmer continues: The petrochemical industry is characterised by high expenditure on plant and equipment, and needs a huge amount of gas, crude oil, and its derivatives. Large scale and continuous operation of plant functioning under stable conditions with assured markets is essential. Thanks Doc. So, the petrochemical industry needs fossil fuels to exist, and because it is downstream, the industry is a profit booster to the gas industry. Or it was… The crash in the oil price, and the global impact of COVID 19 has seen oil and gas exploration and production, refining, and the downstream petrochemical industry, all showing signs of severe stress. The question we're asking on Gas Chat today is, does the world post COVID-19 need more petrochemical facilities? Today we're talking with IEEFA's US director of finance, Tom Sanzillo, who, with 30 years of experience in public and private finance, including as a first deputy comptroller of New York State, has some history in exploring the oil and gas industry. We're also joined by Bruce Robertson, IEEFA's LNG/gas analyst based in Australia. ___ For more in-depth analyses, please visit our website at www.ieefa.org The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis is a public interest think tank. This industry overview should not be taken as personal financial advice. Please refer to our website at ieefa.org for our disclosures and mission statement. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ieefaasiapacific/message