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Jeffrey Gibb Kennett AC (born 2 March 1948) is an Australian former politician who served as the 43rd Premier of Victoria between 1992 and 1999, Leader of the Victorian Liberal Party from 1982 to 1989 and from 1991 to 1999, and the Member for Burwood from 1976 to 1999. He is currently a media commentator. He was previously the president of the Hawthorn Football Club, from 2005 to 2011 and again from 2017 to 2022. He is the founding Chairman of beyondblue, a national mental health advocacy organisation. Early life The son of Kenneth Munro Gibb Kennett (1921–2007), and Wendy Anne Kennett (1925–2006; née Fanning), he was born in Melbourne on 2 March 1948. He attended Scotch College; and, although an unexceptional student academically, he did well in the school's Cadet Corps Unit. He also played football (on the wing) for the school.  His failure to rise above the middle band academically almost led him to quit school in Fourth Form (Year 10 – 1963), but he was persuaded to stay on. His Fifth and Sixth Forms were an improvement, but he was still described in school reports as "[a] confident and at times helpful boy. Sometimes irritates. Sometimes works hard" (1964), and "[a] keen, pleasant, though sometimes erratic boy" (1965). After leaving school, Kennett was persuaded by his father Ken to attend the Australian National University in Canberra, but lost interest and left after one year of an economics degree. He returned to Melbourne and found work in the advertising department of the retail giant Myer – kindling an interest for advertising that would one day earn him his living. Kennett's life in the regular workforce was cut short when, in 1968, he was conscripted into the Australian Army.[9] Kennett was selected for officer training and graduated third in his class from the Officer Training Unit, Scheyville (OTU), near Windsor, New South Wales, outside Sydney. He was posted to Malaysia and Singapore as Second Lieutenant, commander of 1st Platoon, A Company, 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR). This military career (and his earlier experience in the Scotch College Cadet Corps) has been noted by many biographers as an essential formative influence on the adult Kennett's character. His sense and regard for hierarchical loyalty, punctuality, and general intolerance of dissent or disobedience may be traced to this period. Kennett returned to civilian life in 1970, reentering a divided Australian society, split by the Vietnam War, of which Kennett was a firm supporter. Having returned to Myer, Kennett became impatient with his work, and so with Ian Fegan and Eran Nicols, he formed his own advertising company (KNF) in June 1971. Thereafter, in December 1972, Kennett married Felicity Kellar, an old friend whom he had first met on a Number 69 tram on the long trips to school. Their first son was born in 1974, followed by a daughter and two more sons. Political career Kennett was elected as a Liberal Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Burwood in 1976, having had an interest in local politics since the early 1970s.[14] His preselection for the seat reportedly irritated then Premier Dick Hamer, who disliked Kennett's campaigning style, and had endorsed the sitting member, Haddon Storey. However, by 1981, Kennett was promoted to Cabinet as Minister for Housing and Minister of Immigration and Ethnic Affairs. He was one of several younger MPs whom Hamer promoted to Cabinet in a bid to renew his government. Kennett retained his post when Hamer was replaced as Liberal leader and Premier by Lindsay Thompson in June of that year. Following the defeat of the longstanding Liberal government in 1982, Kennett was the leading candidate to replace Thompson despite being the youngest member of the outgoing government. On 26 October, he was elected leader of the Liberal Party and hence Leader of the Opposition. He took an aggressive posture against the Cain government, and was often criticised for his "bull-in-a-china-shop" style and his anti-government rhetoric. Under his leadership, the Liberals were heavily defeated by Labor in 1985. Afterwards he faced a challenge to his leadership of the party from Ian Smith. Kennett survived easily, but increasingly, he was seen as an erratic and unapproachable leader. He faced two more challenges to his leadership in 1986 and 1987. In 1987, in one notable incident Kennett referred to the Federal Liberal leader John Howard as a 'cunt' in a mobile telephone conversation with Howard rival Andrew Peacock. The car-phone conversation damaged both Howard and Kennett politically, but aided Peacock in his push to return as Federal Liberal leader (1989). Toward the end of its second term the Cain government had lost support and the Liberals were expected to win the 1988 election. The Liberal vote indeed rebounded strongly – they won a majority of the two-party vote – however much of this margin was wasted on landslide majorities in their heartland. As a result, the Liberals took only one seat from Labor in the capital, and were left four seats short of a majority. Failing to become premier, Kennett was again criticised within his own party, and in 1989 he was deposed in favour of a little-known rural MLA, Alan Brown. Kennett's performance during his first stint as Liberal leader is a matter of debate. Economou sees his 1985 and 1988 election campaigns as weak, while Parkinson believes he was a significant asset in pushing the Labor government of John Cain in several key seats. First term as premier Kennett publicly pledged never to attempt a return to the Liberal leadership. However, when Brown proved unable to challenge the government effectively, he allowed his supporters to call a spill in 1991. Brown realised he didn't have enough support to keep his post and resigned, allowing Kennett to retake the leadership unopposed. With Victoria facing billions of dollars of debt, Kennett was seen as "Premier-in-waiting" from the moment he retook the leadership. Cain had resigned a year earlier in favour of Deputy Premier Joan Kirner, who was unable to regain the upper hand despite being personally more popular than Kennett. The Liberals' advantage was strengthened by an important decision taken during Brown's brief tenure as leader—negotiating a Coalition agreement with the National Party. The Liberals and Nationals have historically had a strained relationship in Victoria; they had sat separately for most of the second half of the 20th century. It had been believed that Kennett had been denied victory in 1988 due to a large number of three-cornered contests in rural seats. The Coalition went into the October 1992 state election as unbackable favourites, having been ahead in opinion polling by large margins for almost two years. They stoked the voters' anger with a series of "Guilty Party" ads, targeting many Labor ministers and highlighting concerns in their portfolios. In the second-largest defeat that a sitting government has ever suffered in Victoria, the Coalition scored a 19-seat swing, attaining a 16-seat majority in the Legislative Assembly. The Liberals won 52 seats, enough for a majority in their own right. Nevertheless, Kennett supported his coalition partner, retaining the Nationals in his cabinet. State school closures In the first three years of office, funding for public schools and the Department of Education was substantially reduced. 350 government schools were closed, including every Technical High School ("Tech") in Victoria, and 7,000 teaching jobs eliminated. The Tech School closures had a widespread, delayed effect two decades later when a skilled labour shortage in the state was declared by the government, attributable largely to the generation of children who were denied a trade-focused high school education, significantly reducing the number of school leavers commencing trade apprenticeships. The few who did so were insufficient to counterbalance the number of retiring tradespeople in the coming years. This directly resulted in the number of Skilled Migrant (subclass 190) visas being made available each year increasing to 190,000 from 2012 and an active campaign to entice migrants with trade qualifications to Victoria. Public transport Other controversial moves included the sacking of 16,000 public transport workers in a major technological upgrade of the system, and the initiation of a major scheme for privatisation of state-owned services, including the electricity (SECV) and gas (Gas and Fuel Corporation of Victoria) utilities, the ambulance service, as well as several prisons and other minor services. The sale of the Totalisator Agency Board raised $609 million. Between 1995 and 1998, $29 billion of state assets in gas and electricity alone were sold to private enterprise (for statistics, see Parkinson, Jeff, 1999) In the wake of these changes, investment and population growth slowly resumed, though unemployment was to remain above the national average for the duration of Kennett's premiership. While the benefits to the State budget figures were indisputable in the short term, the social and longer-term economic cost of the Kennett reforms have been questioned by many commentators, academics and those who suffered economically through the period of reform. This campaign of privatisations and cutbacks led to governmental acts of privatisation by splitting up Melbourne's rail (Hillside, Bayside, V/Line and West Coast Rail) and tramways (Yarra and Swanston) or budget-cutting becoming popularly known as being "Jeffed". He also cut back many regional rail services including The Vinelander (ran to Mildura, services later restored to Maryborough as a regular V/Line service in 2011) and services to Leongatha, Bairnsdale (returned in 2003), Dimboola (services later returned to Ararat in 2004). The largest public protest in Melbourne since the Vietnam War Moratorium occurred on 10 November 1992, with an estimated 100,000 people marching in opposition to the retrenchment of many workers and the large State budget cutbacks. Kennett was undeterred by this protest, and famously commented that though there were 100,000 outside his office at Parliament that day, there were 4.5 million who stayed at home or at work. High-profile capital works projects This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (April 2025) (Learn how and when to remove this message) The Kennett government also embarked on a series of high-profile capital works projects, such as the restoration of Parliament House, construction of a new $250 million Melbourne Museum and IMAX theatre, and a new $130 million Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Other projects included a $160 million expansion of the National Gallery of Victoria; $100 million for refurbishment of the State Library of Victoria; $65 million for a new Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC); and $130 million for the construction of a new civic square on the site of the old Gas and Fuel Buildings, to be known as Federation Square. The relocation of the Formula 1 Grand Prix from Adelaide in 1993 was a particular coup for Kennett, who had worked hard with his friend Ron Walker, the Chairman of the Melbourne Major Events Company, helped deliver Melbourne the hosting rights for the event from Adelaide in 1993. The most controversial project of the Kennett era was the $1.85 billion Crown Casino and Entertainment Complex, a gambling and entertainment centre on Melbourne's Southbank. Initial plans for a casino had been made under the Labor government, however the tendering process and construction occurred under Kennett. A$2 billion project to redevelop Melbourne's derelict Docklands area to include a new football stadium was also undertaken, in addition to the large CityLink project, a project resurrected from the 1969 Melbourne Transportation Plan, aimed at linking Melbourne's freeways, easing traffic problems in the inner city, and reducing commuting times from the outer suburbs to the CBD. Macedonian name dispute Kennett speaking at a event In the mid-1990s, Premier Kennett backed the Greek position over the Macedonian question in his attempts to shore up local electoral support. Kennett's stance gained him supporters from the Melburnian Greek community, whereas he was referred to as "Kennettopoulos" by the Macedonian community. At Kennett's insistence, his state government in 1994 issued its own directive that all its departments refer to the language as "Macedonian (Slavonic)" and to Macedonians as "Slav Macedonians". Reasons given for the decision were "to avoid confusion", be consistent with federal naming protocols toward Macedonians and repair relations between Macedonian and Greek communities. It was accepted that it would not impact the way Macedonians self identified themselves. The decision upset Macedonians, as they had to use the terms in deliberations with the government or its institutions related to education and public broadcasting. The Macedonian Community challenged the decision on the basis of the Race Discrimination Act. After years of litigation at the Australian Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC), the Federal Court and High Court, previous judicial rulings were upheld that found Kennett's directive unlawful as it caused discrimination based on ethnic background and was struck down from usage in 2000. Second term as premier Kennett's personal popularity was mostly average to high through his first term, though that of the government as a whole went through peaks and troughs. Without a by-election in the previous four years, the 1996 state election shaped up as the first test of the 'Kennett Revolution' with the electorate. The Coalition was expected to win a second term at the 30 March election, albeit with a somewhat reduced majority. At the federal election held four weeks earlier, while Labor was heavily defeated, it actually picked up a swing in Victoria. However, to the surprise of most commentators, the Coalition only suffered a two-seat swing, allowing it to retain a comfortable 14-seat majority. The Coalition actually picked up modest swings in Melbourne's outer suburbs, which have traditionally decided most state elections. Several negative trends (for the Liberals) were obscured somewhat by the euphoria of victory. The government's sharp cuts to government services were particularly resented in country Victoria, where the Liberals and Nationals held almost all the seats. The loss of the Mildura seat to independent Russell Savage was an indication of this disaffection, and when in February 1997 independent Susan Davies was elected to the seat of Gippsland West, this trend seemed set to continue. However, the verdict of many was that the 'Kennett Revolution' was far from over – indeed it was seemingly set in stone with the opening of the Crown Casino in May 1997. Kennett's profile continued to grow as he became a major commentator on national issues, including urging the new government of John Howard to introduce tax reform, and actively opposing the rise of the One Nation Party of Pauline Hanson. In this last case, Kennett did not shy away from criticising the media, but also the decision of the Howard government to not actively oppose Hanson's agenda. Kennett was influential in Melbourne bidding for the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Three cities initially expressed interest in hosting the event; Melbourne, Wellington and Singapore. Singapore dropped out before its bid was officially selected by the Commonwealth Games Federation, leaving only two candidate cities. In the weeks prior to the announcement of the 2006 host, Wellington withdrew its bid, citing the costs involved with matching the bid plan presented by Melbourne, which became the default host without members of the Federation going to vote. The government lost ground over the next few years, with high-profile disagreements with the Director of Public Prosecutions Bernard Bongiorno, and Auditor-General Ches Baragwanath fuelling criticism of Kennett's governmental style. Kennett's perceived antipathy to Baragwanath led to 1997 legislation to restructure the office of the Auditor-General and set up Audit Victoria. While Kennett promised the independence of the office would be maintained, many saw his government's actions as an attempt to curb the Auditor-General's power to criticise government policy. Widespread community debate and substantial public dissent from Liberal MPs and Party members ensued, with MLA Roger Pescott resigning from Parliament at the height of the debate; citing his disagreement with this Bill and Kennett's style in general. The Liberal Party lost the by-election in Mitcham. Further scandals involving the handling of contracts for the state emergency services response system damaged the credibility of Kennett in 1997–1998, while rural dissent continued to grow. Personal difficulties also began to affect Kennett and his family. The strains of public life led to a trial separation between Felicity and Jeff in early 1998 (patched up by the end of the year), while earlier in Kennett's first term, public scrutiny had led to the forced sale of the KNF Advertising Company, despite all Kennett's involvement having been transferred to his wife's name. There were rumours in 1998 that Kennett might retire from politics; these were mostly centred around Phil Gude, his party deputy. These eventually came to nothing. In July 1998, Liberal MP Peter McLellan, Member for Frankston East, resigned from the party in protest over alleged corrupt Liberal Party Senate preselection, changes to WorkCover and the auditor-general's office. Again, Kennett failed to pick up the warning signs of declining support for his style of leadership. Labor leader John Brumby took care to capitalise on each of Kennett's mistakes over this period, though his absences in rural electorates were misunderstood by many Labor MPs, and led to his replacement by Steve Bracks in early 1999. Bracks, who came from Ballarat, was popular in rural areas and was seen as a fresh alternative to Brumby, who nevertheless remained a key figure in the shadow Cabinet. 1999 election loss Despite Bracks' appeal, Kennett entered the 1999 election campaign with a seemingly unassailable lead, and most commentators and opinion polls agreed that the Coalition would win a third term. However, in a shock result, the Coalition suffered a 13-seat swing to Labor. While there was only a modest swing in eastern Melbourne, which has historically decided elections in Victoria, the Coalition suffered significant losses in regional centres such as Ballarat and Bendigo. ABC elections analyst Antony Green later said that when he first saw the results coming in, it looked so unusual that he thought "something was wrong with the computer." Initial counting showed Labor on 41 seats and the Coalition on 43; a supplementary election had to be held in Frankston East following the death of sitting independent Peter McLellan. The balance of power rested with three independents-Russell Savage, Susan Davies and newly elected Craig Ingram. Negotiations began between the Coalition and the three independents. While Kennett acceded to all but two of their demands, his perceived poor treatment of Savage and Davies in the previous parliament meant that they would not even consider supporting a Coalition minority government headed by Kennett. On 18 October, two days after Labor won the supplementary election in Frankston East, the independents announced they would support a Labor minority government. The agreement entailed Labor signing a Charter of Good Government, pledging to restore services to rural areas, and promising parliamentary reforms. Kennett's supporters urged the Coalition to force a vote of 'no confidence' on the floor of the parliament in a last-ditch effort to force Savage, Davies and Ingram to support Kennett. However, with the Liberals divided on Kennett's future role, Kennett retired from all of his offices, saying he wished to have no further involvement in politics. Labor won the ensuing by-election in Burwood. Rumoured returns to politics Following the Liberals' second successive defeat in the 2002 election, rumours began that Kennett was planning a comeback to politics. The issue came to a head in May 2006 after the sudden resignation of Kennett's successor, Robert Doyle, when Kennett announced he would contemplate standing in a by-election for Doyle's old seat of Malvern and offering himself as party leader. His stance was supported by Prime Minister John Howard, who rated him as the party's best hope to win the November 2006 state election. But within 24 hours Kennett announced he would not return to Parliament rather than running against Ted Baillieu, whom Kennett had been grooming for the top post since 1999. John Howard was reported to have been "embarrassed" by having publicly supported Kennett before his decision not to re-enter politics. In 2008, it was rumoured that Kennett was planning to stand for Lord Mayor of Melbourne. Despite endorsing future Lord Mayor John So in the 2001 mayoral elections, Kennett was quoted as saying "I think the city is ready for a change". Kennett claimed he had been approached by "a range of interests" to run for the position, but in the end did not do so. Former Liberal leader Robert Doyle ultimately won the election. 2020: Indigenous voice to government On 15 January 2020, it was announced that Kennett would be one of the members of the National Co-design Group of the Indigenous voice to government. Life after politics Kennett at the 2018 VFL Grand Final In 2000, Kennett became the inaugural chairman of beyondblue (the National Depression Initiative), a body that was largely formed by the efforts of the Victorian State Government. On 24 June 2008, he announced that he would be stepping down from his role at beyondblue at the end of 2010. This did not happen. After 17 years as the chair of beyondblue, he stood down in 2017, handing the reins to former PM Julia Gillard. He stated "beyondblue is part of my DNA, outside my family, it has been my most important role. Kennett has previously served on the boards of Australian Seniors Finance, a reverse mortgage company, and SelecTV, which was a satellite television group. Kennett has said in an interview that he rarely thinks about the media or "bloody history", though he regrets the "disastrous" introduction of the Metcard ticketing system for trains and trams. Kennett angered gay rights groups in July 2008 when he supported the Bonnie Doon Football Club in their sacking of trainer Ken Campagnolo for being bisexual; and compared homosexuality to pedophilia. Anti-discrimination campaigner Gary Burns pursued an action in the NSW Administrative Decisions Tribunal against Kennett for making the following statement: "The club felt that once this had been pointed out and you had this gentleman there who was obviously close to young men – massaging young men – it ran an unnecessary risk, and that's why it decided it was best that he not perform those duties again. So the club was trying to do the right thing," The case was dropped due to Gary Burns' lack of funds to pursue the case. Hawthorn FC presidency On 14 December 2005, Kennett was made president of Hawthorn Football Club, taking over from Ian Dicker. Following the exit of the St Kilda Football Club from the Tasmanian AFL market in 2006, Kennett was president when the Hawthorn Football Club negotiated a five-year sponsorship deal with the Tasmanian state government. The sponsorship deal was worth an estimated $12 million for which the Tasmanian government bought naming rights to the club's guernsey, and the HFC committed to playing an agreed number of pre-season and four regular season "home games" at York Park.[56] Kennett was instrumental in Hawthorn's 2007 5-year business plan titled "five2fifty", the core idea being that in the next five years the club will target to win 2 premierships and have fifty thousand members. As part of the plan, the football club wants to be seen as the most professional club in the AFL, and places great emphasis on the welfare of the people associated with the club. Following Hawthorn's 2008 AFL Grand Final victory over Geelong, Kennett claimed that the Cats "lacked the mentality to defeat Hawthorn", this being in reference to the Cats' inability to counter-attack the running game of the Hawks in the aforementioned Grand Final. Kennett's comments led to the subsequent eleven-match losing streak for Hawthorn against Geelong becoming known as the "Kennett curse". He stepped down at the end of his second three-year term in 2011, he also changed the club's constitution so that presidents could only serve two 3-year terms. Second stint Kennett at an AFL Women's match in 2023 In what Fox Footy described as a "stunning return",[59] Kennett was announced as the president of the Hawthorn Football Club on 4 October 2017 following the sudden resignation of the incumbent president Richard Garvey. Garvey had taken criticism on the hiring and later sacking of club CEO Tracey Gaudry. Kennett subsequently appointed Justin Reeves as the club's new CEO. On 4 October 2017 he announced that he would serve the position for a full 3-year term. Soon after his re-appointment, Kennett and the club released a vision statement outlining the future of the club up to 2050. The first five-year strategic plan titled 'Dare to be Different' will drive the club's priorities from 2018 to 2022. Kennett said: "Hawthorn we aren't ones to sit back and wait, we work hard to achieve and deliver exciting results, on and off the field. Our vision for our strategic plan, "Dare to be Different", encapsulates this as we continue to strive for excellence. "We have set ourselves some ambitious targets but all are within our grasp if we continue to innovate, grow and forge new frontiers within the AFL industry." On 6 July 2021, Kennett and the Hawthorn board announced that they would not be renewing head coach Alastair Clarkson's contract following its expiry at the conclusion of the 2022 AFL Premiership season. It was announced that Box Hill Hawks and Hawthorn development coach, former player Sam Mitchell had been chosen by Kennett and the board to become the Hawthorn coach at the end of Clarkson's reign. Chairman of The Original Juice Company On 12 December 2022, The Original Juice Company announced that it would appoint Kennett as Chairman and Non-Executive Director. Honours In the Australia Day Honours of 2005, Kennett received Australia's then highest civilian honour, when he was made a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC). The honour was for "service to the Victorian Parliament and the introduction of initiatives for economic and social benefit, to business and commerce, and to the community in the development of the arts, sport and mental health awareness strategies." In May 2000, he was also awarded an honorary doctorate – DBus (Honoris Causa) – by the University of Ballarat. Media work For a brief period during 2002, Kennett was a radio presenter for Melbourne station 3AK, continuing an interest in mass communication which was also a feature of his premiership. Since 2010, Kennett has been a regular contributor to Neil Mitchell's 3AW radio program every Thursday, as a social commentator. On 28 March 2013 it was announced that Kennett had joined the Seven television network as national political commentator which will involve him appearing on breakfast show Sunrise every Tuesday and on Seven news as required. On 12 February 2017 Jeff Kennett engaged ex-Seven West Media employee on Twitter over leaked documents potentially breaching the company's own gag order on Amber Harrison.  

Neil Mitchell has explained why he thinks a trial separation between the Liberals and Nationals is a "good idea".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Macca and Nevena talk to Neil Mitchell, live on air. is an Australian former newspaper and magazine journalist, radio presenter and television personality, best known for his long-stint on  Melbourne... LEARN MORE The post Sat, 10th May, 2025: Radiothon Edition, Neil Mitchell appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

Neil Mitchell and Shane McInnes have spoken on their concerns as the country prepares to vote on May 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has received a tip on a concerning incident which unfolded at the Alfred Hospital overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has called for Melbourne supporters to "pull their heads in" after footage emerged of abuse being hurled at the players as they walked off the ground at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has called for Melbourne supporters to "pull their heads in" after footage emerged of abuse being hurled at the players as they walked off the ground at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon Owens, Andrew McLaren and Kevin Trask pay tribute to the late Philip Brady after his passing on Feb 11. Guest appearances from Denise Drysdale, Glenn Robbins, Brian Mannix, Tony Martin, Peter Hitchener, Steve Vizard , Jane Kennedy, Greg Evans, Mick Molloy, Daryl Somers, Dee Dee Dunleavy, Shane Healy, Grubby Stubbs, Wilbur Wilde, Brian Nankervis, Rex Hunt, Stephen Beers, Amanda Muggleton, Darren James, Barry Crocker, Derryn Hinch, Rosie Walton, Daryl Braithwaite, Diana Trask, Steve Price, Sam Pang, Ross Stevenson, Silvie Paladino, Pete Smith, David Mann, Jeff Kennett, Sam Newman, Neil Mitchell, Patti Newton, Graham Mott, Normie Rowe, Susan Gaye Anderson, Tony Tardio, Eddie McGuire, Athol Guy, Colette Mann, Gavin Wood, Steve Vizard. Thanks to Ben Davidson and Alex Riddell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former 3AW Mornings host Neil Mitchell joined Tony Moclair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mornings presenter Neil Mitchell has remembered Carmel Russel, the mother of murdered teen Natalie Russel, as someone who improved and saved lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former 3AW Mornings host Neil Mitchell says John Pesutto is a dead man stumbling as he urges the Liberal Party to get on with it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is set to be a Liberal partyroom meeting on Friday to decide the future of the party, particularly the position of current leader John Pesutto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She has revealed she donated her kidney to save one of the girls during the COVID and Neil Mitchell joined 3AW Drive to talk about the brave act by the heroic Moira Kelly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former 3AW Mornings host Neil Mitchell has given his instant thoughts after Donald Trump's win over Kamala Harris in the 2024 US election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textBrandy Ray vividly remembers the date on which her current primary project, Brandywine and the Mighty Fines, performed live for the first time: March 6, 2020. This is because, a week later, COVID-19 caused the world to shut down. The band could finally kick themselves into gear once regulations were lifted, starting with a handful of gigs and booking more and more as they cemented the lineup.The core lineup of the band consists of Brandy on mandolin and vocals, her husband Joshua Ray on guitar and vocals, and Matthew Schexnyder on guitar and vocals, with all three serving as the primary songwriters as well. Early in the band's run, Emerson Lamm contributed banjo and Lena Dow contributed bass and vocals. Currently, Maya Fabrikant will often contribute vocals and fiddle, Joe Gibb will often contribute bass, and Neil Mitchell will often contribute drums. However, the Rays and Schexnyder are the consistent core members.The name started as an in-joke from Brandy, or “Brandywine” herself. Due to her extroverted personality and excitement for interacting with others, as well as her consistent role in behind-the-scenes management, the band has crafted themselves around her being a central role. She jokingly called the other members the “Mighty Fines” because they have ultimately had longer experiences performing music. Gibb studied bass, and Joshua and Schexnyder have played guitar for most of their lives.However, Brandy had only started playing the mandolin a year before the band formed, having dabbled in music only occasionally throughout her life before then. Joshua knew Brandy loved to sing, so he bought her a mandolin and encouraged her to explore a new avenue of her musicality. She hasn't looked back since. Thank you for listening to The Mountain-Ear podcast featuring the news and culture from peak to peak. If you would like to be featured in the podcast, contact the host at media@themountainear.com!SUBSCRIBE ONLINE and use the COUPON CODE PODCAST FOR A 10% Discount for ALL NEW SUBSCRIBERS https://www.themtnear.com/subscribe/ You can find us online by visiting https://www.themtnear.com/Find us on Facebook @mtnearShare this podcast around wherever you've found it or by sharing the link https://themtnearpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ or https://www.themtnear.com/the-mountain-ear-podcast/You can contact our editor at info@themountainear.com.Thank you for listening.

Neil Mitchell has delivered his weekly red hot tip, this week focusing in on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui and Neil both didn't hold back! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has given his thoughts on Christian Petracca's injury, after it was reported today in the Herald Sun that the AFL has cleared Melbourne and their doctors of any wrongdoing in relation to the star midfielder's injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has given his red hot tip on Donald Trump ahead of tomorrow's presidential debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has given his thoughts on Christian Petracca's injury, after it was reported today in the Herald Sun that the AFL has cleared Melbourne and their doctors of any wrongdoing in relation to the star midfielder's injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell's full chat with Jacqui Felgate in the studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell spoke about what he believes will happen with a key official at Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell spoke about what he believes will happen with a key official at Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former 3AW Mornings host also voiced his concerns on the Metro Tunnel, as well as another red hot tip relating to the Moira Deeming saga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell joined Jacqui Felgate in the studio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has announced his red hot tip on 3AW Drive on the future of Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are many things that need to be changed and fixed in Melbourne, which has led to a lot of panic from the current state government and Melbourne city council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where There is Life There is Always Hope (Sequel To It's A Wonderful Life) by Neil MitchellIn 1960 Henry F. Potter died and left his fortune to his only living relative and heir, a poor Texas rancher named Jack Curtis. Jack refuses to sell his business interests to those who might continue Potter's ways and strives to improve Cayuga National Corporation. (formerly Potter Industries). Meanwhile, George Bailey retires and turns the Building and Loan over to his son Pete, who enlarges and renames the business However, enemies are conspiring to destroy the wonderful improvements Jack and Pete have brought about. Also, the economy of the 1980s was in free fall with many thrifts becoming insolvent. Jack and Pete have to find a way out of the dilemma to save their businesses as well as the town of Bedford Falls.About the Author: Neil Mitchell is a retired writer who has traveled extensively during his life and enjoys telling a good story. Born in Mississippi he enjoyed concurrent careers as a teamster and Tax Preparer after acquiring degrees in political science and accounting. It is a privilege to write the sequel to one of the world's favorite stories (It's a Wonderful Life.)https://www.amazon.com/Where-There-Life-Always-Hope/dp/B0CYSF3H6Zhttps://www.neilmitchell.media/https://mainspringbooks.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/8824msb1.mp3  

Neil Mitchell has stated who he thinks should be put in charge of a "full review" into the youth crime crisis in Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has accused Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of "playing games" over Nationals MP Barnaby Joyce's "bullet" comments. He also weighed in on the controversial remark made by broadcaster Bob Bollard towards the Australian women's 4x100m freestyle relay team at the Paris Olympics, which has since seen him sacked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell had the latest on the allegations and what might happen from here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell joined Heidi Murphy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has questioned whether Airbnbs are destroying the rental market on 3AW Drive this afternoon, conducting a full discussion with Jacqui Felgate and several callers on the issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell joins Jacqui Felgate for their regular Tuesday chat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell joined 3AW Drive this afternoon to discuss voluntary assisted dying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Neil Mitchell has revealed what he thinks newly appointed parliamentary secretary for Men's behaviour change, Tim Richardson could do to prove his new role isn't just another case of "virtual signalling".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He has alluded to the chance there could be. Adding some weight to Neil Mitchell's claims.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has revealed he believes Australia is heading to an early election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has revealed a protest is underway at Melbourne University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell and Jacqui Felgate, have reacted to the news where the minister in charge of prevention of family violence, Vicki Ward, walked out of state parliament this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's state budget has been released, and there are delays to a number of projects and policies. Former 3AW host Neil Mitchell joins John to discuss the budget's shortcomings, and what the state can expect in the coming year. Listen to John Stanley live from Monday to Friday 8pm-12am on 2GB/4BCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell spoke with Jacqui Felgate following the state budget announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqui Felgate and Neil Mitchell have clashed over the expulsion of two students embroiled in the rating scandal at Yarra Valley Grammar School.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has the latest ahead of the meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell joins Jacqui Felgate in his regular slot on Drive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former Prime Minister Scott Morrison has revealed today that he had debilitating anxiety during his Prime Minister ship.  Neil Mitchell has shares his thoughts on 3AW Drive saying that the Australian public should have been told.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we speak with Tom Elliott, host of Melbourne's top rating Mornings program, about what makes morning radio tick - and what doesn't, growing up with his infamous father John, and how (and why) he swapped a career in finance for the power of the microphone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POWERED BY RED ENERGY – Red Energy for 100% Australian electricity and gas. Powered by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to Aussie owned Red Energy today. AND SEN Talk is a new way you can talk to us! Listen to Don't Shoot The Messenger on the SEN app and push the ‘Talk' button on the top right of the screen to leave a voice message – it can be a comment, a question, anything! Caro and Corrie reflect on the two Mitchells from this week's news: Harold Mitchell's passing and Neil Mitchell's farewell. They also discuss working in industries where there's a lack of women in power, and the subject of ageing. Don't Shoot The Messenger's 300th Birthday details! Thursday, 29 February – 5:30 for 6pm start Bell's Hotel in South Melbourne With us – Caro & Corrie – and Brad Scott as special guest A drink on arrival and nibbles Book now – $50 a ticket - there's a link in the show notes All thanks to our friends at Red Energy BOOK TICKETS: https://ballparkentertainment.com.au/tickets/dstm-300-event COCKTAIL CABINET – PrinceWineStore.com.au – Bringing Melburnians, the greatest wine in the world. This week Myles gives us some fantastic rum ideas! He's highlighted the Husk Agricole Rum you could use in a Caipirinha cocktail, as well as The Rum Diary's Cocos Nucifera. Use promo code MESS at www.princewinestore.com.au or in store for your 10% listener discount. BSF – Cobram Estate – Australia's most awarded extra virgin olive oil; grown, harvested and first cold pressed in Northern Victoria. Book: Wellness by Nathan Hill Screen: The Gilded Age (season two) on Paramount+ Food: Donna Hay's Veal Cutlets with Minted Pea Puree Ingredients for the cutlets: veal cutlets, cracked black pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves Ingredients for minted pea purée: 3 waxy potatoes, whole and unpeeled 60g (2 oz) butter, 3/4 cup (6 fl oz) cream, sea salt, 2 cups fresh peas, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint Method: To make the minted pea purée, place the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling water and cook over medium-high heat for 12-15 minutes or until soft. Drain and cool slightly, then press to remove the skins. Return the potatoes to the saucepan and mash well. Return the saucepan to the warm stovetop, add the butter, cream and salt and whip with a whisk until smooth. Keep the mash warm. Place the peas in a saucepan of boiling water and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain. Place the peas, mint and a few spoonfuls of the mash in a food processor and process until smooth. Add the peas to the potato and stir over low heat to warm. To cook the veal, sprinkle the meat well with pepper. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat, add the veal and mint and cook for 4-5 minutes each side or until the veal is cooked to your liking and the mint is crisp. To serve, place the minted pea purée on serving plates and top with veal cutlets and the crisp mint. Serves: 4 people  DID YOU SEE THAT? Corrie saw Taylor Swift at the Super Bowl downing drinks   SIX QUICK QUESTIONS CORRIE TO CARO: What's the latest QANTAS atrocity? CARO TO CORRIE: What good news came out of Canberra last week? CORRIE TO CARO: What one word pops into your head when I say Season 2024? CARO TO CORRIE: What one word pops into your head when I say Season 2024? CORRIE TO CARO: Should Barnaby Joyce be filmed or rescued? CARO TO CORRIE: Should Prince Andrew be brought back into the Working Royals fold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

POWERED BY RED ENERGY - Red Energy for 100% Australian electricity and gas. Powered by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to Aussie owned Red Energy today.   CONGRATULATIONSCARO! – Recently recognised for her Outstanding Contribution to Journalism at the 2023 Walkley Awards. A few farewells… -         The Gold Coast Commonwealth Games -         Peter Hitchener at weekly Nine News after 50 years -         Neil Mitchell from the 3AW Morning show Discussion was about the hard-working nature of Peter Hitchener and Neil Mitchell, and whether each network made the right call with their replacements.   COCKTAIL CABINET – PrinceWineStore.com.au • Bringing Melburnians, the greatest wine in the world. PrinceWineStore.com.au Wine recommendations to have with your Christmas Turkey. -         Citrus theme today, inspired by Caro's table cloth for Christmas -         Fighting Gully Road -         If you are matching food with wine, make sure the wine is sweeter than the food Use promo code MESS at www.princewinestore.com.au or instore for your 10% listener discount.   B S F   Cobram Estate - Australia's most awarded extra virgin olive oil. Grown, harvested and first cold pressed in Northern Victoria BOOK: Light Over Liskeard by Louis de Bernieres SCREEN: Caro on Saltburn FOOD: Sian from Cobram Estate -         Discussed healthy fats – Extra virgin olive oil is the one to pick – highest quality and most health benefits https://cobramestate.com.au/blogs/recipes/bbq-lime-salmon-with-avocado-and-mango-salsa   Lime Salmon ·        4 skinless salmon fillets ·        3 tablespoons of Cobram Estate Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, plus more for grilling ·        3 tablespoons limes juice ·        1 garlic clove crushed ·        salt and pepper Salsa ·        1 large mango, peel and sliced ·        half a large red capsicum ·        ¼ cup of coriander ·        1small red onion ·        1 large avocado ·        2 tablespoons Cobram Estate Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil ·        juice of a lime ·        1 tablespoon of coconut water Method 1. For the salsa, dice mango, capsicum, red onion and avocado and coriander and combine in a large bowl. Top with Cobram Estate Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, lime juice and coconut water. Toss till well combine place in fridge until salmon is ready. 2. First marinate the salmon, place salmon in shallow baking dish, whisking Cobram Estate Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, lime, garlic and salt and pepper in a bowl. Pour over salmon, cover and allow to sit in the fridge for 30 minutes. 3. Heat up grill or bbq, and brush with Cobram Estate Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, place salmon on grill, and cook for 3 minutes per side. 4. Plate up salmon with mango salsa, and serve.   Also on the show: Why Caro is grumpy with the post office, if Kyle Sandilands will cut it in Melbourne, Corrie's advice for Joe Biden, the Christmas themed songs earning eye-watering royalties each year and Corrie is in a rage about the latest series of The Crown! To get in touch, please email: feedback@dontshootpod.com.au Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices