Podcasts about New South Wales

Few filmmakers have a style as bold, romantic and unmistakable as Baz Luhrmann. From his breakout debut Strictly Ballroom to the glittering spectacle of The Great Gatsby starring Leonardo DiCaprio, and the fever-dream energy of Elvis, Luhrmann has built a career on transforming familiar stories into cinematic events. In this episode, he takes us inside one of his most iconic creative decisions: the unforgettable fish tank scene in his 1996 adaptation of Romeo + Juliet - and reveals how that moment came to life. We also explore his latest project, EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, a return to Elvis Presley through newly uncovered footage from the legendary Las Vegas residency. Beyond the films, Luhrmann reflects on the journey that shaped him. Raised in Herons Creek, a tiny rural town in New South Wales, Australia, he grew up surrounded by performance and storytelling: his father ran a quirky petrol station and cinema, while his mother owned a dress shop and taught ballroom dancing. We discuss the setbacks that tested him, his unconventional audition process, his enduring creative partnership with his wife and the viral TikTok moment that sent the internet into a frenzy. I hope you enjoy this candid, wide-ranging conversation with one of modern cinema's great showmen. ✨ IN THIS EPISODE: 02:28 Creativity as Self‑Medication 05:52 Why Elvis? 09:22 The Romeo + Juliet Fish Tank Origin Story 11:01 Everybody's Free to Wear Sunscreen: The Accidental Hit 13:56 Failure #1: Losing Instincts, Depression and Finding the Way Back 26:16 Casting Without Auditions: Baz's Workshop Method 27:58 Creating a Fear-Free Room 28:47 The Big Break That Became a Public Flop 30:56 Rebounding with Strictly Ballroom 32:19 Choosing Collaborators 33:36 Marriage and Deep Trust 35:42 Criticism and Staying Humble (Plus the Viral TikTok Moment) 40:38 Future-Focused Filmmaking & Final Reflections

This week, the boys grabbed some beers and kept it positive while they fired off some mini-reviews before featuring a conversation about “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind”. As part of the random year generator series, 2004 was a great year for movies, with over 50 $100m movies and many likable ones. While “Eternal Sunshine” didn't gross in the top 70, it may be the year's greatest film. Props to Michel Gondry and Charlie Kaufman for giving Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet some juicy roles and incredibly shifty worlds! As for the mini-reviews, the boys can't speak highly enough of Gore Verbinski's “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die”, starring Sam Rockwell, and the intense and captivating “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You”, and the Academy Award-nominated “It Was Just An Accident”. Grab some beers and join us!  linktr.ee/theloveofcinema - Check out our YouTube page!  Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro; 04:19 “If I Had Legs I'd Kick You” mini-review; 12:10 “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die” mini-review; 18:24 “It Was Just An Accident” mini-review; 22:20 2004 Year in Review; 39:01 Films of 2004: “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind”; 1:16:10 What You Been Watching?; 1:23:05 Next Week's Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Michel Gondry, Charlie Kaufman, Pierre Busmuth, David Cross, Elijah Wood, Mark Ruffalo, Kirsten Dunst, Tom Wilkinson, Sam Rockwell, Gore Verbinski, Michael Pena, Zazie Beetz, Haley Lu Richardson, Juno Temple, Jafar Panahi, Rose Byrne, Conan O'Brien, A$AP Rocky. Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ 
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Khi số ca sởi đang có dấu hiệu gia tăng trở lại tại nhiều khu vực ở Úc, Bộ Y tế New South Wales đã giới thiệu một công cụ trực tuyến miễn phí, giúp phụ huynh dễ dàng kiểm tra và cá nhân hóa lịch tiêm chủng cho con em. Sáng kiến này được xem là bước hỗ trợ thiết thực, đặc biệt khi tỷ lệ tiêm chủng tại một số địa phương đang giảm xuống dưới ngưỡng cần thiết để duy trì miễn dịch cộng đồng.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

In this episode, Tony and Isabel Ayoub discuss the critical relationship between marriage and wills, particularly in New South Wales. They explore how marriage can revoke existing wills unless specific clauses are included, the legal criteria for marriage, and the importance of updating estate planning documents. The conversation emphasises the need for individuals to consult with estate planning lawyers to ensure their wishes are honored and to avoid complications that may arise from not updating their wills after significant life events such as marriage or divorce.Marriage revokes your will unless made in contemplation of marriage.Estate planning is crucial during major life events like marriage.Many people neglect to update their wills after marriage.Legal criteria for marriage include consent and not being closely related.Wills can remain valid if they include specific clauses.It's important to understand the implications of marriage on your estate.Consulting an estate planning lawyer is essential for proper guidance.Estate planning documents should be regularly reviewed and updated.Divorce and annulment have separate legal considerations in estate planning.Your estate includes more than just property; it encompasses all assets.

2 Units vs. 1 House? How to Invest $850k in NSW for Maximum Growth! Listener's Choice      Every month, we ask our audience to send in a suburb that they'd like analysed. InvestorKit's senior research analyst Junge Ma dives deep into the numbers to help you make smarter buying decisions in today's market.   In this episode, Todd and Junge break down whether New South Wales still stacks up for investors and what the data says about choosing between units and houses, and break down what the numbers are actually telling us.   From economic strengths and housing affordability to jobs, supply pipelines and long term vision, this episode helps you balance cash flow against long term growth. This episode is definitely a must watch!    

Pool Pros text questions hereIn this episode of Mondays Down Under, Lee and Shane take us behind the scenes of a massive Australian water theme park — and the conversation quickly turns from wave pools and plant rooms on steroids to something much more serious:Safety.From razor blades hidden in slide seams (yes, that actually happened) to real-world design flaws causing injuries, this episode dives deep into the responsibility that comes with running aquatic facilities — whether it's a multi-million-dollar water park or your own pool service business.Lee shares her experience training maintenance staff at a high-risk commercial water park facility in New South Wales, including:Massive commercial pump systemsGiant wave pool air blowers (not baffle plates!)35 slides requiring daily walk-through inspectionsStructured risk management protocolsThe difference between low-risk and high-risk commercial facilitiesShe explains how commercial aquatic operations in Australia are tiered under state health guidelines — and why every service professional should understand the compliance responsibilities of the facilities they work with.

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has issued a renewed warning for Australian travellers in Mexico. Warnings for heavy rainfall and damaging winds have been issued for parts of the Northern Territory, Queensland, New South Wales and South Australia. - メキシコのリゾート地として有名なプエルト・バヤルタの当局は、州全域で治安事件が発生していることを理由に屋内への退避勧告を出しています。NT、QLD、NSW、およびSAの一部では、大雨暴風警報が出されています。

Bảo tàng đầu tiên ở New South Wales dành riêng cho lịch sử người Hoa ở Úc đã khai trương tại trung tâm Chinatown của Sydney. Bảo tàng Người Hoa tại Úc (MOCA) trình bày những câu chuyện về một số nhóm người nhập cư sớm nhất của đất nước – lưu giữ lịch sử và văn hóa của cộng đồng người Hoa tại Úc.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

The first museum in New South Wales dedicated to the history of Chinese people in Australia has opened in the heart of Sydney's Chinatown. The Museum of Chinese in Australia [[MOCA]] dedicates its stories to some of Australia's earliest migrants - preserving Chinese history and culture in the country.

Ryan Hadley joins Quentin Hull after taking five wickets for New South Wales, helping the Blues earn a spot in the One-Day Cup final against Tasmania.

Send a textWe compare city and regional hiring in NSW, dig into a candidate-driven market, and map how VAs and automation are reshaping PM roles. We lay out a practical path to flexible work, stronger culture, and a service model that builds trust in the business, not just one person.• NSW hiring contrasts between city and regional markets• Candidate-driven conditions and persistent PM shortages• Benchmarks for properties per head and why they stall• VAs removing admin layers and redefining field roles• PMs shifting toward account manager responsibilities• Building goodwill through audits and feedback loops• Tech focus on maintenance, tracking, and key management• Flexibility as the top lever for attraction and retention• Outcome-based rules for remote work and coverage• Standards that protect teams and set client expectationsIf you are located in New South Wales and want to connect with Carlie Barnett from Recruit & Consult, reach out to her on our Instagram. PM COLLECTIVE - GUIDE AND SHAPE AN ENJOYABLE FUTUREWe believe in making industry-leading education and support accessible to everyone. Our community is packed with free resources, expert insights, and innovative training designed to help business owners, property managers, and BDMs thrive. This podcast is sponsored by MyConnect.Todays Sponsor is MyConnect: They reward you generously for every successful connection we receive from your office. We also regularly run campaigns and exclusive events to reward our partners for their ongoing support.Working seamlessly with popular trust softwares, the process is easy for property managers who can reap the benefit.www.myconnect.com.au This podcast is kindly sponsored by The Efficiency Co.We are a dedicated consultancy, training, and support partner for innovative real estate organisations.Specialising in agency operations, team development and technology integration, we provide the insight, support, and training to maximise your performance.Our toolbox includes 1:1 Coaching for industry pros, 1:1 Personal Strategy Sessions, Team Engagement Workshops and Bespoke Agency ConsultationSupport the show

Serikali ya New South Wales inachunguza mazingira yaliyozunguka kutoroka kwa wagonjwa wawili kutoka hospitali moja, ambao siku chache baadaye walidaiwa kuhusika katika matukio tofauti ambapo watu watatu walifariki.

Chính quyền tiểu bang New South Wales đang điều tra các tình tiết, xung quanh vụ hai bệnh nhân trốn thoát khỏi cùng một bệnh viện, những người này vài ngày sau đó, được cho là có liên quan đến các vụ việc riêng biệt, khiến ba người thiệt mạng. Các chuyên gia sức khỏe tâm thần cho rằng, vụ việc này một lần nữa, làm nổi bật cuộc khủng hoảng chăm sóc sức khỏe tâm thần của tiểu bang.

A new international proposal is sparking debate in the autism community, with a diagnosis of "profound autism" now under consideration. The proposed diagnosis would describe autistic people who have little or no functional language, an IQ below 50, and who require 24-hour supervision and care. A new Australian study has taken a closer look at what this could mean for children and their families. Jesse spoke with Dr Antoinette Hodge, a Senior Clinical Neuropsychologist at The Children's Hospital at Westmead in New South Wales.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

David Brian (pictured) is the president of the Victorian Hemp Association, which has a field day at Northern Victoria's Nanneella on Sunday, February 22.David is passionate about educating people, particularly farmers, about hemp.He regularly attends exhibitions, conferences, field days and festivals to educate people about hempcrete and its benefits. He also works with farmers in Victoria and southern New South Wales who are interested in growing hemp, and they will have a chance to learn more on Sunday, February 22, at Nanneella, during a field day.David's company, "Southern Hemp", will be at the "Seymour Alternative Farming Field Day" in April this year.

Các lãnh đạo tôn giáo và chuyên gia học thuật đã tham gia điều trần tại cuộc điều tra của Quốc hội New South Wales về dự luật nhằm đối phó với chủ nghĩa cực đoan cánh hữu. Động thái này diễn ra sau cuộc tuần hành của lực lượng tân phát xít bên ngoài Quốc hội bang tại Sydney vào tháng 11/2025, sự kiện đã làm dấy lên lo ngại sâu sắc về an toàn công cộng và sự trỗi dậy của tư tưởng cực đoan.

The Art Gallery of New South Wales hosts the 'Encounter' exhibition by sculptor Ron Mueck. It is a unique selection of sculptures by an artist who was born in Melbourne and now lives and works in England. We are discussing the exhibition and hyperrealism with Ksenia Radchenko, an art historian from Sydney and lecturer of art history at the University of Sydney. - В галерее Нового Южного Уэльса проходит выставка скульптора Рона Мьюека 'Encounter'. Она представляет собой уникальную подборку скульптур художника, который родился в Мельбурне, а сейчас живёт и работает в Англии. Обсуждаем выставку и гиперреализм с Ксенией Радченко, искусствоведом из Сиднея и преподавателем истории искусств в Сиднейском университете.

Religious leaders and academic experts have faced a New South Wales parliamentary inquiry into a proposed law to combat right wing extremism. This, as the state government introduced the crime amendment bill following a neo-nazi protest outside state Parliament in November last year. The Law and Safety committee have been investigating the risks posed by certain groups, and are looking into the best ways to counter it. - दक्षिणपन्थी अतिवाद नियन्त्रण गर्न प्रस्तावित कानूनबारे न्यु साउथ वेल्सको संसदीय छानबिनमा विभिन्न धर्मगुरु र शैक्षिक विज्ञहरू यस हप्ता सहभागी भएका छन्। गत नोभेम्बरमा राज्यको संसद भवन अगाडी भएको एक नाजी समर्थक र्‍याली पछि सरकारले अपराध सम्बन्धि उक्त विधेयकमा संशोधनको प्रस्ताव गरेको थियो। कानून संशोधनका साथसाथै प्रभावकारी उपायहरूबारे छलफल गरिएको छ। एक रिपोर्ट।

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

Drew Perkins speaks with John Sweller, Emeritus Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of New South Wales, and Oliver Caviglioli, information designer and former special school principal, about the foundations and future of Cognitive Load Theory (CLT). As one of the most influential frameworks in modern education, CLT provides a scientific roadmap for understanding how human cognitive architecture dictates the way we should—and shouldn't—teach. Links & Resources Mentioned In This Episode Have some feedback you'd like to share? You can email me at drew@thoughtstretchers.org. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it and please leave a review wherever you're listening. The conversation begins with Sweller's essential distinction between biologically primary knowledge (skills like speech that we evolve to acquire naturally) and biologically secondary knowledge (academic subjects like reading and math that require explicit instruction). Sweller argues that because schools primarily deal with secondary knowledge, the limitations of working memory must be the starting point for any instructional design. A major theme of the episode is the concept of element interactivity. Sweller clarifies a common point of contention: while inquiry-based learning can be acceptable for low-complexity information, it is "catastrophic" for high-element interactivity content where working memory is easily overwhelmed. The guests also explore the "computational advantage" of diagrams, explaining how visual models can offload cognitive strain and make complex syntax more accessible to learners. Finally, the group discusses the "knowledge-rich" foundation required for higher-order thinking. Contrary to the idea that critical thinking is a generic skill to be practiced in a vacuum, Sweller and Caviglioli emphasize that creativity and analysis are only possible when a deep knowledge base is firmly established in long-term memory. Timestamped Episode Timeline [00:03:26] Introduction to Human Cognitive Architecture – Why understanding how we learn is the necessary foundation for Cognitive Load Theory. [00:08:48] Primary vs. Secondary Knowledge – Defining why some skills are effortless while academic knowledge requires explicit teaching. [00:14:05] The Limits of Working Memory – Examining the "seven-item" rule and the 18-second duration of novel information. [00:17:44] The Power of Long-Term Memory – How stored knowledge transforms working memory from limited to virtually infinite. [00:32:56] Writing as External Symbolic Storage – Oliver Caviglioli on how writing allowed humanity to conquer transient information. [00:36:56] The Worked Example Effect – Why studying a solution is often more effective than solving the problem yourself. [00:43:33] The Transient Information Effect – The danger of "moving" information in technology and sports coaching. [00:51:46] Element Interactivity – The crucial distinction between low and high complexity that dictates teaching methods. [00:59:10] The Computational Advantage of Diagrams – Why diagrams are more than just "decorative" and how they reduce cognitive load. [01:08:04] Inquiry vs. Explicit Instruction – Sweller's warning on starting with inquiry for high-element interactivity tasks. [01:10:50] Knowledge as the Base for Critical Thinking

Religious leaders and academic experts have faced a New South Wales parliamentary inquiry into a proposed law to combat right wing extremism. This, as the state government introduced the crime amendment bill following a neo-nazi protest outside state Parliament in November last year. The Law and Safety committee have been investigating the risks posed by certain groups, and are looking into the best ways to counter it.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

It's been 30 years since award-winning author Anita Heiss made her debut on the Australian literary scene. She reveals the moment she finally felt she'd made it in the industry and why her powerful historical novel, Dirrayawadha, was one of the most challenging books of her career. Anita opens up about crafting a love story against the violence of the Bathurst War, and how she balances stories of trauma with scenes of profound love and joy. Plus, she shares about her forthcoming rom-com with a political heart, The Paradise Pact, and the insights she's learned from her latest role as publisher-at-large of Bundyi, a First Nations imprint from Simon & Schuster.   Dr Anita Heiss is an internationally published, award-winning author of over 20 books, including non-fiction, historical fiction, commercial women's fiction and children's novels. She is a proud member of the Wiradyuri Nation of central New South Wales and Publisher at Large of Bundyi, an imprint of Simon & Schuster cultivating First Nations talent. Today we're discussing her career, including her historical fiction novel, Dirrayawadha (Rise Up), about the Bathurst War of 1824, and her latest rom com, The Paradise Pact.  Find The Paradise Pact and Anita's other books at Booktopia or from your local bookshop or library.  Books & authors discussed in this episode: Who Am I? The Diary of Mary Talence, Sydney 1937 by Anita Heiss Not Meeting Mr Right by Anita Heiss  Secrets by Judy Morrison I Am Nannertgarrook by Tasma Walton  Robbie Arnott  Larissa Behrendt Tell Her She's Dreaming by Simone Amelia Jordan, from ep 106 It's Been a Pleasure Noni Blake by Claire Christian  The Pearl of Tagai Town by Lenora Thacker The Strangers by Katherena Vermette Test Cricket: A History by Tim Wigmore  The Graduate by Rebecca Lim  Upcoming events James is speaking at Fresh Voices: The Penguin Literary Prize Shortlist on Wednesday 11 March Ashley is on book tour across Australia with events in Canberra, Perth, Bowral, Hobart, Launceston, Brisbane, Melbourne, Mornington, Wollongong, the Central Coast, Sydney and Adelaide (and Darwin TBA) Ashley is Teaching Unexpected Editing Strategies in person at Avid Reader on Sunday 15 March  Ashley is at Manly Writers Festival on Friday 20 March  James is teaching Setting & Landscape for Writers at the Woolshed on Saturday 21 March Ashley is teaching Online: Crime Writing for Faber Academy starting 12 May Learn more about Ashley's thrillers, Dark Mode and Cold Truth, and get your copies from your local bookshop or library. Plus check out Like, Follow, Die from Audible or pre-order the book – out 24 February 2026! Learn more about James's award-winning novel Denizen and get your copy from your local bookshop or library.   Get in touch! ashleykalagianblunt.com jamesmckenziewatson.com Instagram: @akalagianblunt + @jamesmcwatson

He was Australia's most infamous bushranger - a working-class rebel to some, a violent murderer to others. This week on Timesuck, we dive into the brutal, myth-soaked life of Ned Kelly, his war with the police, and the armored showdown that sealed his place in history.Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Angus snatched up the leadership title for the Liberal Party from Sussan Ley last week after winning a party room vote. He has been a member of the New South Wales division of Hume since 2013. We ask Angus what he thinks of Pauline Hanson and One Nation rising in Australian politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a six-month holiday turns into a 14-year life chapter? You pack a bag for a gap year in the snow and accidentally stumble into a whole new world - a career, a husband, a mortgage, and three children. On paper, it’s the fairytale expat dream. But eventually, the adventure stops feeling like freedom and starts feeling like distance. Georgia Louise was living that dream as a ski patroller in Canada. However, when the global pandemic hit, her perception of being "a flight away" changed to feeling "a world away". That was the moment of the pivot: The realisation that to move forward, she had to go back to where she started - but as a completely different person. In this episode of Pivot Club, Sarah Davidson talks to Georgia about the decision to pack up over a decade of life into seven suitcases to chase a dream she’d been ignoring for years: To become a nurse. Georgia opens up about the "messy middle" of relocating a family of five to regional New South Wales with no credit rating, no local employment history and nothing but a heartfelt letter to convince a landlord to take a chance on them. We unpack the reality of dismantling a comfortable life to start from scratch, the humility of sitting in a university lecture hall with 18-year-olds as a mature-age student and how Georgia uses her thriving social media platform to fund her studies. Join us for a conversation about the logistics of moving a family across the globe when the pull of home becomes too loud to ignore. Get ready to be inspired by a woman who is proving that it is never too late to go back to school. THE END BITS: Want more from Sarah Davidson? Check out her podcast Seize The Yay. Discover more Mamamia podcasts here. Feedback: podcast@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message, and one of our Podcast Producers will get back to you ASAP. Rate or review us on Apple by clicking on the three dots in the top right-hand corner, click Go To Show then scroll down to the bottom of the page, click on the stars at the bottom and write a review. CREDITS: Guest: Georgia Louise Host: Sarah Davidson Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser Senior Producer: Sally Best Audio Producer: Thom Lion This show was brought to you in partnership with Charles Sturt University. Australia's largest and most experienced online uni. Take the next step. Search Charles Sturt University online. Complete our short survey about education for for a chance to win a $1,000 gift voucher in our quarterly draw! https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8467038/Ch Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hội chợ Tết Việt tại Fairfield Showground sẽ diễn ra từ chiều thứ Sáu 20/2 (mùng 4 Tết) đến hết Chủ nhật 22/2/2026, hứa hẹn mang đến không gian xuân đậm đà bản sắc cho cộng đồng người Việt tại New South Wales. Với chủ đề Năm Bính Ngọ – “Mã đáo thành công”, chương trình năm nay đặc biệt đẩy mạnh các hoạt động dành cho thiếu nhi và thanh thiếu niên, song song với các chương trình dành cho cả gia đình.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

NSW has moved fast to reform its planning system, promising to unlock housing supply through sweeping state-led controls. But zoning uplift alone doesn't build homes. In this episode, we ask the harder question many in property are thinking but few say out loud: is the system genuinely delivering housing, or quietly choking supply through feasibility constraints, delays, and unintended consequences?Joining us is James Oldknow, Special Counsel at Mills Oakley, who works daily at the sharp end of planning approvals, appeals, and the NSW Land & Environment Court. James breaks down why Transport Oriented Development (TOD) has produced little real-world uptake, while the Low-to-Mid Rise (LMR) policy is driving a surge of applications—particularly in Sydney's most expensive, tightly held suburbs.We unpack how affordable housing incentives are being used to make projects stack up, why premium locations like Mosman, Waverley, and Woollahra are seeing the most change, and how the new Housing Delivery Authority is fast-tracking large projects while sidelining local controls. Along the way, we tackle design quality, heritage, infrastructure strain, and the emotional toll these changes are having on established communities.For investors, homeowners, and anyone exposed to property in NSW, this episode is a reality check. And if you're wondering what could be coming in other states, this could be the canary in the coalmine. The reforms aren't a silver bullet—but they are already reshaping values, neighbourhoods, and long-term decisions for those paying attention.Episode Highlights00:00 — Introduction to NSW Planning System01:33 — Meet the Expert: James Oldknow04:41 — Challenges in TOD Applications08:33 — LMR Policy and Its Impact10:52 — Affordable Housing and Feasibility16:42 — Community Concerns and Planning Rigors26:53 — Development Typologies Across New South Wales28:59 — Concerns About Centralized Authority30:43 — Affordable Housing and Contribution Funds32:17 — Infrastructure and Traffic Concerns34:33 — Heritage and Environmental Considerations43:29 — Navigating Development Consents and Modifications45:29 — Final Thoughts and AdviceAbout the GuestJames Oldknow is Special Counsel in Mills Oakley's Planning and Environment team, specialising in planning and development law across New South Wales. He advises landowners and developers on projects of all sizes and regularly appears before councils, planning panels, and the NSW Land & Environment Court.Working daily within the approvals and appeals system, James sees firsthand where projects stall, why others succeed, and how state policies like LMR, TOD, and the Housing Delivery Authority operate in practice—not theory. His perspective is grounded in real projects, real constraints, and real outcomes, making him uniquely placed to cut through the policy noise and explain what NSW's planning reforms are actually delivering on the ground.Connect with JamesJames' LinkedIn Mills Oakley Website Mills Oakley LinkedIn ResourcesVisit our website:

Nancy Bird Walton, Australia's pioneering female aviator, became the youngest woman in the British Empire to gain a commercial pilot's licence at 19. Her passion for flying started at 13 with a joyride in a de Havilland Gipsy Moth, prompting training with Sir Charles Kingsford Smith, purchase of her own plane, and barnstorming tours across New South Wales with Peggy McKillop to offer joyrides and charters that brought aviation and women pilots to rural areas. She is best known as the "Angel of the Outback" for her 1930s humanitarian flights with the Far West Children's Health Scheme, transporting doctors, nurses, supplies, and baby health services to remote outback communities, often navigating by road maps and landing in rough paddocks, to provide life-saving care to isolated families. With remarkable courage, she broke gender barriers in aviation while revolutionising healthcare access in regional Australia.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

Rural news and events from New South Wales and the nation.

It was a packed show today! Our good friend Danielle Spencer joined us in studio and spilled a few bedrooms secrets between her and Russell Crowe... it involved a certain movie costume! We then had a bit of a tough, but important chat with Samantha who's the first woman in New South Wales to have her partner sentenced to jail time after being the victim of coercive control. We even got a bit nostalgic today and brought back one of our fav segments from our days in the Hot 30. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boys thought the San Francisco Super Bowl was so boring, we checked ourselves into Alcatraz! The random year generator spun 1979, a year we've visited in the past (Apocalypse Now Director's Cut, The Warriors, 1941, Mad Max), and “Escape From Alcatraz” was the perfect movie for this frigid February weekend. After John gave us a mini-review of “Send Help”, we grabbed some beers and discussed! linktr.ee/theloveofcinema - Check out our YouTube page!  Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro; 06:04 “Send Help” mini-review; 12:28 1979 Year in Review; 30:19 Films of 1979: “Escape From Alcatraz”; 1:04:24 What You Been Watching?; 1:08:15 Next Week's Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Clint Eastwood, Don Siegel, Patrick McGoohan, Roberts Blossom, J. Campbell Bruce, Richard Tuggle, Sam Raimi, Rachel McAdams, Dylan O'Brien, Fred Ward, Paul Benjamin, Larry Hankin. Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ 
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Late last year, the winners of the 2025 Prime Minister's Prizes for Excellence in Science Teaching were announced. Each year, the 2 prizes – one for a primary school educator and one for a secondary school educator – recognise achievements in STEM teaching. For 2025, the winner for primary school teaching is Paula Taylor, Executive Teacher in STEM at the Academy of Future Skills within the ACT Education Directorate. The secondary school educator recognised is Matt Dodds, Biology and Physics Teacher at Glen Innes High School in New South Wales. We sat down with both of them at the beginning of the 2026 school year to hear all about the work they were recognised for. It was such a delight to hear about the teachers that had an impact on them when they were younger, the lesson activities that are a hit in their science classrooms, and how they're sharing their knowledge with other educators. Host: Dominique Russell Guests: Paula Taylor, Matt Dodds

On January 2nd, 2026, Indonesia entered what officials are calling a "new era" of criminal justice. The country implemented a completely new Criminal code – KUHP - and a new Criminal Procedure Code—known as KUHAP—that changes what counts as a crime and how crimes are identified, investigated and punished. The government says this marks a shift toward "restorative justice" that prioritizes rehabilitation over punishment. Officials describe it as "more humane, modern, and just". But civil society groups are sounding the alarm. They're calling the new law "draconian and illiberal"—and potentially worse than the system it replaces. At the heart of the controversy: police can still arrest and detain people without a warrant and Amnesty International has identified 88 articles that could be used to silence critics and criminalize peaceful dissent. So which is it? A historic reform that modernises the Indonesian justice, or a step backward that gives authorities concerning new powers? In this episode, we're speaking with a legal expert who's been following this law since its drafting. Maidina Rahmawati has over 8 years of experience in criminal justice reform advocacy. She is a certified advocate/litigator and mediator, and currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Institute for Criminal Justice Reform (ICJR). Mai holds a Master of Laws from the University of New South Wales, specialising in Criminal Justice and Human Rights. She is newly appointed as a lecturer in Criminal Law and Human Rights at Atma Jaya University Jakarta and in Criminal Law in the undergraduate Criminology program at the University of Indonesia (UI).

The head of New South Wales police says officers "did what they needed to do" at a pro-Palestinian rally in Sydney. Video shows police punching protestors at the event, held to oppose a visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog in the wake of the antisemitic Bondi Beach attack. Also, the watchdog Transparency International says public sector corruption is worsening around the world, with the US and UK getting their worst-ever ratings in the group's annual Corruption Perceptions Index. Nairobi condemns Russia for recruiting Kenyan citizens to fight in the war in Ukraine. And the British Museum pays $4.8m for a piece of jewellery from the reign of Henry VIII, found by a metal detectorist. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

The protesters came in force, but what began peacefully descended into chaos. Around 6,000 people had gathered to condemn the visit to Sydney by the Israeli president but there were violent clashes with police after they were ordered to disperse.Today, law professor Luke McNamara from the University of New South Wales on the new protest laws brought in after the Bondi attack and why he thinks the Labor government has gone too far. Featured: Luke McNamara, Professor in the Faculty of Law and Justice and the University of New South Wales

Last night tens of thousands of people gathered in cities across the country to protest against a visit by Israel's president, Isaac Herzog. Nine people have been charged after the clashes with police, with police saying more charges are expected to be laid. Guardian reporter Jordyn Beazley was there, and tells Nour Haydar when the protest turned violent and whether it all could have been avoided.

In Lake Cargelligo in central west New South Wales, police are hunting for an alleged triple murderer. Julian Ingram, also known as Julian Pierpoint, is suspected of shooting dead his former partner Sophie Quinn, who was seven months pregnant, as well as her new partner John Harris and her aunt Nerida Quinn. He also allegedly shot and injured Kaleb Macqueen.Reged Ahmad speaks with Nino Bucci about the alleged murderer's past domestic violence offences, and the questions that linger while he is still at large

Hàng chục người đã bị bắt giữ, sau khi cuộc biểu tình phản đối chuyến viếng thăm của Tổng thống Israel, biến thành hỗn loạn. Cảnh sát New South Wales cho biết, 10 trong số 27 người bị bắt vào tối thứ Hai đã bị tạm giam, vì hành hung cảnh sát, trong khi các nhân chứng cáo buộc rằng, một số cảnh sát đã bị nhìn thấy đánh đập và xịt hơi cay, vào những người tham gia.

On March 25, 2022, 21-year-old Mackenzie Anderson was brutally murdered in Mayfield, New South Wales. She was stabbed more than 78 times by her ex-partner, Tyrone Thompson, in front of her toddler. Thomspon had been released on bail just 16 days earlier, despite a documented history of serious domestic violence. In the weeks before her death, Mackenzie did everything she was told would keep her safe. She called emergency services repeatedly when he broke into her home. She reported ongoing abuse. She worked with police. She secured an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order. None of it was enough. In this confronting and emotional episode, Laura is joined by Tabitha Acret, Mackenzie's mother, who shares who her daughter was beyond the headlines—and the devastating reality of living with a loss that never eases. Together, they speak honestly about the warning signs that were missed, the failures that left Mackenzie unprotected, and the permanent impact on her family, especially her child. This episode centers Mackenzie's life, not just her death, and asks the hard questions about why women who ask for help are still not being heard. It's yet another stark reminder that intimate partner violence is predictable, preventable, and too often ignored—until it's too late. #MackenzieAnderson #TabithaAcret #DomesticViolence #Femicide #CrimeAnalyst #Expert #Analysis #TrueCrime #Podcast #Crime #newSouthWales  Clip https://youtube.com/shorts/ZqlullDAqUk?si=_W_aoe_y9nb1Anz3   More from Tabitha Acret  Tabitha on FB 2026 Masterclasses and Crime Analyst Resources and Community      Laura offers 2026 Masterclasses covering topics such as profiling behavior, stalking class on February 12, preventing murder and suicide in slow motion on February 19, coercive control February 25, DASH Risk Masterclass March 11 and 12 and DASH Train the Trainer.   Register for Masterclasses      Laura is hosting a FREE Criminal Behavioural Analysis: Profiling Behaviour & Escalating Risk- Learn about behaviours to prevent homicides & identifying the red flags and risks associated with domestic abuse, stalking, coercive control, child abuse & sexual violence. You can register here.  www.dashriskchecklist.com   www.thelaurarichards.com      For more insight and knowledge, advocacy and professional development join The Crime Analyst Squad. It's a growing and dynamic community offering expert insight, in-depth conversations, exclusive episodes and videos, and live events: www.Patreon.com/CrimeAnalyst    Subscribe to Crime Analyst YouTube: @crimeanalyst      Facebook: Crime Analyst Podcast      Instagram: @crimeanalyst, @laurarichards999      Threads: @crimeanalyst      X (Twitter): @thecrimeanalyst, @laurarichards999      TikTok: @crimeanalystpod      Website: www.crime-analyst.com      If you found this episode valuable, please consider leaving a five star review wherever you listen.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The world's leading eucalyptus expert, Professor Steve Hopper, on what science and culture say about these spectacular trees, and how Noongar elders in WA's South West led his 'second education' in botany.Australia is one of the richest places on earth when it comes to botanical biodiversity.Tens of thousands of species of trees and flowers have developed over millions of years of isolation.But perhaps the most iconic of all native flora is the humble eucalyptus.From Queensland's ancient rainforests and the alpine region of New South Wales, to the wilds of Tasmania and the granite outcrops of coastal Western Australia, gum trees are synonymous with the Australian landscape.There are 900 different species of eucalyptus, from giant gums close to 100 metres tall, to tiny wee mallee trees the same height as a kindergartener. Steve Hopper has recorded more than 100 of those species, and believes there are still more waiting to be found.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris, Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores botany, climate change, extinction rates, gum trees, eucalypts, California wild fires, biodiversity hotspot, Australia's native flora, koalas, mallee, jarrah, karri, ancient trees, dinosaurs, Australiana, Western Australia, Great Southern Blue Mountains, Tasmania, South West of WA, Albany, Stirling Range, Snowy Mountains, red gum, stringy gum, Australian wildflowers, Kew Gardens, London, the United Kingdom, Joseph Banks, environmental exploitation, Indigenous knowledge, Indigenous healing, eucalyptus oil medicinal properties, dreaming, conservation, gardening.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

After the horrific Bondi terrorist attack Prime Minister Anthony Albanese invited the Israeli president to come to Australia.It's a visit welcomed by prominent Jewish groups, but President Isaac Herzog is a controversial figure. Opponents, including some pro-Palestinian and human rights activists take issue with his past comments about Gaza and his role in representing the state of Israel. New South Wales authorities are trying to block any marches through Sydney, but protesters are vowing to press ahead.Today, ABC Global Affairs Editor Laura Tingle on the controversy surrounding the visit.  Featured: Laura Tingle, ABC Global Affairs Editor

Show NotesAustralian composer Lawrence English has spent over two decades treating sound as something that occupies your body, not just your ears. Putting The Tonearm's needle on Lawrence English means entering a sonic world where you're never quite sure what you're hearing or where it's coming from, and if you are a listener like our host, that will suit you just fine.Lawrence's recent album Trinity pairs him with Stephen Vitiello and guests like Brendan Canty from Fugazi and Chris Abrahams from The Necks. Each track builds what English calls "impossible trios," turning geographic and other constraints into creative fuel.Lawrence is here to discuss collaboration, the art of curation, and what it means to make meaningful work in an age drowning in content.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Lawrence English & Stephen Vitiello's album Trinity)–Dig DeeperArtist and AlbumVisit Lawrence English at lawrenceenglish.com and follow him on Bluesky, Instagram, Facebook, and BandcampPurchase Lawrence English & Stephen Vitiello's Trinity from American Dreams, Bandcamp, or Qobuz and listen on your streaming platform of choiceLearn more about Room40, Lawrence English's label celebrating its 25th anniversaryCollaborators on 'Trinity'Chris Abrahams (The Necks) - pianistStephen Vitiello - sound artist and composerAki Onda - multidisciplinary artistMarina Rosenfeld - turntablist and composerBrendan Canty (Fugazi, The Messthetics) - drummerThe late Steve Roden - artist and lowercase musicianBooks and TheoryPeter Szendy - 'Listen: A History of Our Ears'Neil Postman - 'Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business'Lauren Berlant - Cruel Optimism theoryMark Fisher - cultural theoristPlaces and ConceptsGunkanjima (Battleship Island) - abandoned coal mining island off NagasakiHashima Island history - most densely populated place in historyJapanese Metabolist architecture - architectural movement English researchedArt Gallery of New South Wales - collected English's bell workMusical Groups and EnsemblesThe Necks - Chris Abrahams' improvisational jazz trioTenniscoats - Japanese duo Saya and Takashi UenoAcademic and Philosophical ConceptsRelational listening - English's PhD theory on reconciling psychological and technological auditionAcid nostalgia - English's working concept on how contemporary nostalgia corrodes the pastNatsukashii - Japanese concept of longing for a time/place you were never part ofTsundoku - Japanese word for collecting books you don't readMa - Japanese concept of the space between elementsRelated WorksLawrence English - 'Cruel Optimism' (Room40)Lawrence English - 'Wilderness of Mirrors' (Room40, 2014)Chris Abrahams - 'Thrown' (Room40)Chris Abrahams - 'Appearance' (Room40, 2020)–Dig into this episode's complete show notes at podcast.thetonearm.com–• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate The Tonearm ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. • Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of The Tonearm in your podcast app of choice. • Looking for more? Visit podcast.thetonearm.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Talk Of The Tonearm email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn. • Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Campbelltown in New South Wales, Australia hosts a very peculiar annual festival. This event is called The Festival of Fisher's Ghost. And not only is this a week long celebration(?), honor(?), commemoration(?) or whatever one wants to coin it about a ghost, but the Fisher referred to, was murdered. Intro and Outro music: Bad Players - Licensed under a non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-assignable, single-site, worldwide, royalty-free license agreement with Muse Music c/o Groove Studios. The following music was also used: Music: 4. Thriller (Subliminal Tension) [Cinematic Underscore Loops - The Core Collection] Produced by Sascha Ende Link: https://ende.app/en/song/13551-4-thriller-subliminal-tension-cinematic-underscore-loops-the-core-collection