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Got a question about the show? Click here & Send us a text!Thanks for tuning in to another episode of The Building Talks Podcast. This one is a little different......and honestly, a little mad.In this special episode, I sit down with Dave Woolsey, General Manager of Renascent in Victoria, who is currently in the middle of riding a push bike (like, a real bike, on the road) from Perth to Melbourne over just 14 days, covering more than 3,500km, all to raise money and awareness for Carrie Bickmore's Beanies for Brain Cancer foundation.What makes this challenge even more ridiculous is that Dave hadn't seriously ridden a bike in almost six years before deciding to commit to it.This conversation goes well beyond cycling. We get into mindset, discipline, suffering, resilience, fatherhood, purpose, and the mental battle that comes with voluntarily putting yourself through discomfort for something bigger than yourself.Dave speaks openly about the emotional driver behind the challenge, particularly the impact brain cancer has on Australian families and children, and why this cause hit home hard enough for him to dedicate months of training and two weeks of pain to raising money for it.We also unpack the psychology behind endurance challenges, the conversations you have with yourself when your body wants to stop, and how leadership, pressure, and resilience from the construction industry strangely prepares people for challenges like this.There are some laughs in there too, including discussions around lycra, saddle soreness, mental breakdowns in the Nullarbor, and the reality of trying to train for elite endurance while balancing work, leadership and family life.More than anything though, this is a conversation about perspective, purpose, and proving to yourself that you're capable of more than you think.Takeaways:✅ Why Dave committed to riding 3,500km for brain cancer research✅ The mental side of endurance and suffering✅ How purpose changes your ability to push through pain✅ Leadership, resilience, and mindset under pressure✅ The emotional impact of brain cancer on families✅ Why ordinary people are capable of extraordinary thingsChapters:00:00  The Journey Begins: A Brother's Challenge05:17  The Route and the Goal: Riding Across Australia08:15  The Physical and Mental Challenge: Overcoming Obstacles14:05  Mindset and Motivation: The Importance of Goals16:36  Breaking the Routine: Finding Balance in Life22:33  Managing Stress Through Physical Activity30:04Mental Resilience and Emotional Support34:48  Raising Awareness for Brain Cancer ResearchIf you'd like to support Dave's ride and help raise money for brain cancer research, head to:p2m4bc.COM  - to follow his journey,And if you're keen to donate, head to:https://fundraise.carriesbeanies4braincancer.com/fundraisers/davidw/perth-to-melb-4-bcEvery donation genuinely helps!The views and information shared in this podcast are for general purposes only and do not constitute legal or professional advice. Neither the host nor guests are providing specific guidance. Please seek professional advice before taking any action based on the content of this podcast.Contact The Building Talks PodcastFollow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and InstagramVisit us on our websiteEmail us at info@buildingenvirons.com.au

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In this Delirious W.E.S.T 2026 athlete wrap-up episode, I catch up with the wonderfully tough, funny and no-nonsense Sym Mercer after her 200-mile adventure. Sym had a chilled drive across the Nullarbor - complete with a very questionable golf performance along the way - and arrived at Delirious ready to finally get moving after months of build-up, planning, podcast check-ins and travel. But, as we all know, 200-mile events rarely go exactly to plan. Early in the race, Sym's pack wasn't sitting quite right, then a couple of unlucky battles with sticks jarred her knee - the second one changing the whole direction of her race. From there, running became difficult, downhill became seriously painful, and what was meant to be a much faster finish turned into a massive hike, grit-fest and full-body exercise in determination. There were dry retches, bile, dirt naps, warmed-up coconut chocolate water, crew checkpoints, toddler-style food negotiations, squeaky pain noises, and one very clear thought from Sym: she did not want to spend another night out there. But at no point did she decide she was done. With her amazing crew - Paul, Ed, Libby, Trace, Ali and her dad - helping her regroup, sleep, eat, hydrate and keep moving, Sym found a way to get herself to the finish line around 1am Sunday morning. It may have been about 10 hours later than planned, but in true Sym style, the job was done. We also chat about coming back to reality after a huge event, the strange brain fog of returning to work, why these big adventures are such a powerful mental reset, and what Sym learned about fuelling in cooler conditions. And because apparently resting is optional, Sym already has more adventures on the horizon, including pacing at West Macs, heading back to Coast to Coast in New Zealand, and taking on Race Across Scotland. This is a brilliant, honest, funny and quietly powerful conversation about problem-solving, crew support, digging deep, and getting it done even when the original plan has completely gone out the window. Why You'll Love This Episode Sym's very casual approach to driving across the Nullarbor and playing golf badly along the way The moment a simple trip changed the whole race How she managed knee pain for a huge part of the 200 miler Why fuelling in cool weather caught her by surprise The incredible role her crew played in keeping her moving Dirt naps, emergency bivvies and “squeaky noise” monitoring The mental simplicity of ultra events - eat, move, change socks, repeat The shock of returning to real life afterwards Sym's reflections on finishing even when the race doesn't go to plan A sneak peek at her next big adventures Tips from Sym's 200-Mile Adventure 1. Things can change in a split second You can be fit, prepared and ready - then one little trip, fall or jar can completely change the race. That doesn't mean the race is over. It just means the plan has changed. 2. Fuelling still matters when it's cold Sym was eating and drinking, but not enough. Cooler weather made it harder to read her body's needs, and that caught up with her later in the race. 3. A good crew is everything Sym's crew didn't just cheer her on - they made decisions, adjusted pacing plans, got food and fluids into her, monitored her condition and helped her keep moving safely. 4. You don't have to feel amazing to keep going Sometimes finishing looks less like running strong and more like walking, squeaking, swearing at bitumen and refusing to stop. 5. Big events strip life right back No emails. No work decisions. No legislation. Just: what do I need to eat, how do I get to the next checkpoint, and can someone please tell me which socks to wear? Delirious WEST event Website – https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Interested in the 2027 DW?  Go join the event Facebook Group so you don't miss when the race opens for entries in June for new runners – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387 ⸻

When you're operating in a world where more and more things feel unpredictable, that uncertainty puts pressure on how your team functions. You can't shut the door on that chaos and uncertainty, but there's one surprisingly simple thing your team can do to reduce stress and anxiety.https://swiy.co/go-the-dependability-gapA few weeks ago, a Tesla driver driving across Australia got stranded half-way across the Nullarbor. He knew there were charging stations along the way, and had planned his trip carefully to use them along the journey. Unfortunately, three charging stations in a row – hundreds of kilometres apart – weren't working. Usually, they are reliable, and he had even built in enough contingency for one to be broken, but not all three. Suddenly, he was stuck!This often happens in times of change and uncertainty (like right now!). Sometimes the biggest stress doesn't come from new things, but from old things that just don't work anymore.This is the dependability gap, and it causes a lot of stress and anxiety.You know this now, right?You go to your local servo and it's out of petrol.You want to change a flight, but it's double the price.You want to pump up your tyres, but there's a massive line of people following the government's advice.(OK, maybe that last one isn't happening everywhere!)Your regular café is probably one that reliably makes your coffee the same way every time. It doesn't have to be the best in the world, but it's reliably good, and that's good enough. You wouldn't go there if it's the best in the world today, but tomorrow it's terrible, then the next day it's just OK, then back to the best again.It's not reliable, and you can't depend on it.You don't need 100% precision – just dependability. If the last train home at night could be 5 or 10 minutes late, OK – you can work around it. But if it sometimes doesn't turn up at all, you can't rely on it.We depend on dependability.You might call it reliability, but I'm using the word “dependability” because it's the word Google used in its Project Aristotle research to identify the factors that high-performing team share. Google thought the best teams must logically have the smartest engineers, but in fact they discovered something five other – very different – things. I won't share them all here (just look up Project Aristotle), but one was dependability.In other words, people in the team could depend on each other.This happens in the smallest everday things.You ask somebody to send you a report by 2pm, and you know they will do it – not at 2.15pm or 2.05pm (which means you can't present it at the 2pm meeting).You ask people to do some pre-reading for a meeting, and you know they will do it, so you don't have to waste time in the meeting waiting for them to catch up.You ask somebody to reply to a customer and you know they will do it – without you checking in on them every hour.Google found that teams with high dependability perform better. And when you think about it, it's obvious. But would you have guessed it's one of the TOP FIVE factors?Dependability matters even more when there's a lot of external change and uncertainty. When you can depend less on what's happening outside, building depending inside becomes even more important.So how do you build dependability in your team?It starts with small things – like in the examples above. It's tempting to think they don't matter. But they do.For more examples, download the worksheet here and use it as a starting point for building more dependability in your team.Download the worksheet:https://swiy.co/go-the-dependability-gap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ross gets called out for spreading Blood Moon misinformation as we dive into the world of "unconventional attractions" from strong noses to sharp canine teeth. We find out just how far you’ll drive for a bargain, including one husband’s $10k saving trip across the Nullarbor. Plus, the team puts that "eye contact" marriage advice to the test…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Send us a textA flipped boat, a blinking EPIRB, and a helicopter descent into a sunset—Matt O'Brien's life pivot starts there. From mining shifts and weekend benders to air rescue work, and a growing list of endurance adventures; Matt's story is a blueprint for rebuilding a life around endurance and purpose.We unpack how he cracked into rescue aviation by cold-messaging mentors on LinkedIn, tackled a fitness test he once thought impossible, and learned to swim from scratch as an adult. Matt shares the nuts and bolts of training through a harsh roster—day shifts as recovery, nights for volume, and two weeks off to stack big sessions—plus the mental habits that made those choices stick. If you're navigating shift work training, adult swim relearning, or prepping for Ultraman distances, his playbook is practical and honest.Matt also takes us 4,200 kms across Australia from Fremantle to Sydney on an unsupported bikepacking journey defined by mechanical chaos and grit.  He rode through the Nullarbor with breaking spokes, limped into Ceduna to swap a rim, and woke to find his bike stolen—only to track it with an AirTag on his keys and get it back.  Along the way, we break down roadhouse food realities, water carry strategies, and the small logistics that make or break an ultra-distance plan. And we revisit his first Ultraman finish, where pacers and crew helped him slip under the run cutoff by minutes, setting clear goals for a calmer, faster return to UM Australia in 2026.If you're a beginner eyeing your first triathlon, a FIFO worker balancing training with fatigue, or an endurance fan who loves a hard-earned comeback, this one's for you. Follow Matt's coaching at Lantern Endurance on socials, and keep an eye out for the website launch soon. Enjoy the conversation, then subscribe, rate, and share with a friend who needs a push to start their own first. Resources mentioned in this episode:UM Australia Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)Ultra 355 AustraliaCupcake  CartelIndipacShout outs and mentions in this episode:Casey NeistatJeff Morris (S7E11)Andrew TroutJohn Domandl (S7E7)Tony HortonNikki FoxMichael Wakeman   Belinda SansomKim JenkinsJanita RayTroy RidgleyMichelle Barratt Nick Mallett (S2E12)Carl GilliesKate Bevilaqua Support the showShow Contributors:Host : Larry RyanContributing Raconteur : Steve KingAnnouncer : Mary Jo DionneProduction : 5Five EnterprisesMusic : Run by 331 For show notes and past guests, please visit the Podcast Website: https://515theultrapodcast.buzzsprout.comFacebook: @515TheUltraPodcastInsta : @515theultrapodcastYoutube : @515TheUltraPodcastEmail : 515Ultraman@gmail.com

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What happens when you swap the classroom for the open road? In this episode of the Future Learners podcast, we meet Kirianna from The Slow Road family, who shares how they balance education with adventure while living in a vintage 1962 Volkswagen Combi. Currently travelling in Japan with her husband Lockie and their three children, Kirianna offers a glimpse into the world of travel schooling. Kirianna discusses their philosophy of “slow learning,” practical strategies for offline education, and how they integrate real-world experiences into their Euka curriculum. Her insights provide inspiration for families considering travel schooling or simply wanting to bring more flexibility and real-world connection into their homeschooling journey. Key Points: Travel Schooling Definition: Family of five travels in 1962 VW Combi “Izzy” Currently based in Japan; children aged 9, 6, and 3 Philosophy of Slow Learning: Taking things at life’s pace; learning through play and exploration Flexible scheduling that works with each child’s natural rhythms Practical Strategies: Print worksheets and box resources by term for offline learning Integrate real-world experiences (markets, monuments, trains) into curriculum Euka Support: Downloadable and printable resources suit travel lifestyle Responsive support team; YouTube tutorials for getting organised Introduction to Travel Schooling The world really can be your classroom. For Kirianna and her family of five, this isn’t just a motto—it’s their daily reality. Living in a vintage 1962 Volkswagen split-screen Combi named Izzy, they’ve discovered that learning doesn’t need four walls. It just needs curiosity, flexibility, and the right support. Currently in Japan with her husband Lockie and their three children—Riley (9), Alba (6), and Elsie (3)—Kirianna shared how they balance exploration with education, and why travel schooling has become their family’s way of life. The Slow Road Family and Their Journey Kirianna and Lockie’s journey into travel schooling wasn’t always the plan. Both coming from aviation backgrounds, they’d always had the travel bug. They started travelling just before COVID, initially wanting to see more of Australia. What began as an adventure evolved into something more permanent when they realised their son Riley needed an education approach that suited his active, outdoorsy nature. “We just tried to search for ways where we could educate him to be an outdoorsy boy, still get out and explore the world, but also have a stable homeschooling background,” Kirianna explained. Their research led them to Euka. The COVID pandemic, while challenging for many, actually helped normalise their lifestyle choice. “Everyone could see that kids could still be outdoors and learn, or still travel,” Kirianna reflected. This shift in perspective gave them confidence to commit to travel schooling as a long-term approach. “Learning is just a part of life. We are all natural learners and enthusiastic learners.”— Kirianna, The Slow Road Philosophy of Slow Learning The family’s approach centres on what Kirianna calls “slow learning”—a philosophy that extends beyond education into their entire lifestyle. Living in a vintage Combi naturally takes you back a few years, she notes. The family tries to live like they’re back in the 1960s: getting muddy, learning through play, and connecting with different cultures. “I think the slow aspect comes from just taking things as life can,” Kirianna shared. “From a little boy, we figured that he just needed to take his time with his learning and really grasp his surroundings. That would build this foundation for him to grow and learn at his own pace.” This philosophy recognises that children—particularly active boys like Riley—often need flexibility. Rather than forcing extended periods of desk work, the family works with their children’s natural rhythms. A morning worksheet, followed by time to run, swim, and explore, then returning to learning when energy has been expended and focus is restored. Integrating Learning with Travel One of the biggest questions families have about travel schooling is practical: how do you actually blend education with exploration? Kirianna shared how they make learning relevant by connecting it to real-world experiences. When Alba had a geography worksheet about Cairns, she could draw on her experience of actually snorkelling there. In Japan, the children learn about currencies and money by using train cards and shopping at markets. They visit monuments like Tokyo’s Sky Tree and connect those experiences to their Euka lessons. “A lot of the times we will go on an excursion and somehow, without even realising it, it kind of falls into our Euka learning,” Kirianna noted. This approach answers the question children naturally ask—”Why do I need to know this?”—immediately and tangibly. “Riley needs the flexibility to play and then come back. We see a lot more improvement from his behaviour when he’s able to do that.”— Kirianna, The Slow Road Offline Learning Strategies What happens when you’re crossing the Nullarbor or somewhere without internet? Preparation is key. “Everything that we have for a term is boxed up and put into packaging, so that we’re ready in case we don’t need to use our devices or have internet,” Kirianna explained. The family prints all worksheets ahead of time and accumulates hands-on materials and creative supplies—purchased from Japan’s excellent dollar shops—that allow learning to continue anywhere. Riley, who learns best through hands-on activities, particularly benefits from this approach. “If he can do with Play-Doh and create something as he’s learning, it sits better for him.” The children have containers with all their worksheets organised by subject, so they know exactly where everything is. “A lot of the times they don’t even know that they’re learning something because they’re being creative,” Kirianna noted. Living in a Small Space Life in a vintage Combi with three children requires creativity and intentionality. Yet Kirianna sees the constraints of small-space living as opportunities rather than limitations. “I’m really lucky because the children have all grown up in a small space,” she explained. The family has established clear boundaries: the caravan is for sleeping, while eating, playing, and learning happen outside. “Their playground is always out playing on the beach or at the front of the caravan.” This approach means outdoor learning becomes natural. Morning walks help children expend energy before quiet activities. Rainy days become opportunities for reading, colouring, and conversation. “Let’s get out for a morning walk. Let’s get out and let our energy burst. So that when we are cooped up, we can kind of have some quiet time.” Travel Highlights and Cultural Experiences The family has travelled extensively, including time in Hawaii, throughout Australia, and multiple trips to Japan. Each destination offers unique learning opportunities that simply can’t be replicated in a traditional classroom. In Japan, the children navigate train systems with their own travel cards, learning mathematics through real transactions. They explore cultural landmarks and bring those experiences back to their curriculum work. “When they are sitting down to research or fill out their worksheets or learn something new given by Euka, they can kind of picture it and it makes sense to them.” Support from Euka and Future Plans While travel schooling offers incredible flexibility, having solid educational support matters. Kirianna uses Euka to provide structure and ensure her children’s learning aligns with curriculum expectations. The platform’s flexibility—allowing resources to be downloaded and printed—makes it particularly suited to their lifestyle. “Every time that we have needed any assistance or support, it’s been very quick,” Kirianna shared. She particularly appreciated the guidance available when first getting organised, including YouTube tutorials on how to set up filing systems. “I’ve never been without a folder. I’ve always been able to ask questions and seek help.”The family has also written a book, The Slow Road Van Life, which shares their travel tips, recipes (Kirianna is a fire cook), destination recommendations, and insights into how they manage homeschooling on the road. It’s available at bookstores throughout New Zealand and Australia, as well as on Amazon. Key Insights for Families Kirianna’s experience highlights several truths that resonate with families exploring alternative education approaches: Learning through play is essential, especially for younger children and active learners. Children don’t need to sit still to absorb information—sometimes the opposite is true. Flexibility leads to better engagement. When children can learn at their own pace and in their own way, they often exceed expectations. “If I was to just sit him there for two hours of English then maths, I wouldn’t get the best out of him.” Real-life experiences enhance learning. Connecting curriculum to tangible experiences helps children understand why what they’re learning matters—and makes it stick.You need less space than you think. With intentionality and organisation, education can happen anywhere—including a vintage Combi. “Riley needs the flexibility to play and then come back. We see a lot more improvement from his behaviour when he’s able to do that.”— Kirianna, The Slow Road Your Family, Your Journey You don’t need a vintage Combi or plans to travel the world to embrace the lessons from Kirianna’s story. The core message is simple: learning is just a part of life. When we integrate education with our family’s unique circumstances—whatever those may be—children thrive. Whether you’re travelling the world or doing your homeschooling at home, Euka is there to empower you and your family on your unique journey. If you’re curious about how homeschooling could work for your family, we’re here to help you explore the possibilities. Your world really can be your classroom. figure.wp-block-table.testimonial-element { background-color:#fffdf5; } figure.wp-block-table.testimonial-element .has-fixed-layout td{ padding:2em 2em; border:none; border-left:.2em #e8a838 solid; } figure.wp-block-table.testimonial-element .has-fixed-layout td em{ display: block; margin-bottom: -1.1em; } figure.wp-block-table.testimonial-element .has-fixed-layout td strong{ font-size:.8em; } h3{ font-size:16px !important; font-weight:900; } The post The World Is Your Classroom: Travel Schooling with The Slow Road | 040 appeared first on Euka.

The legendary Ryan from FortNine drops in to go deep into his most ambitious project yet: a feature-length documentary chronicling a record-breaking, 16-day motorcycle trip around the entire world. With Zack Courts still out on the mend, Spurgeon Dunbar is joined by CTXP producer Spenser Robert to ask Ryan about his chaotic time in India, the freezing "Nullarbor" of Australia, the logistical miracles worked by Ducati fixers at the Turkish border, and what it's really like to live on a bike for 24+ hours at a time. Check out more from RevZilla: Common Tread: News, opinions, and written reviews RevZillaTV: Bike reviews, How-To's, and product videos

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Peter Norris joins the show again to talk about the time his bank robber father decided to take him across the Nullarbor to a new life in Western Australia. Find more about Peter's book at:https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/authors/Peter-Norris/233229715 Subscribe to Crime X+ to hear episodes early and ad free, unlock bonus content and access our slate of award-winning true crime podcasts Have a question for one of our Q+A shows? ask it at: lifeandcrimes@news.com.au Like the show? Get more at https://heraldsun.com.au/andrewruleAdvertising enquiries: newspodcastssold@news.com.au Crimestoppers: https://crimestoppers.com.au/ If you or anyone you know needs helpLifeline: 13 11 14Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of the Global Travel Planning Podcast, host Tracy Collins is joined by her husband and regular co-host Doug Collins to share the story of their epic 10-day coast-to-coast road trip across Australia, from Brisbane to Perth. Together they talk through the logistics, highlights, surprises and practicalities of covering 4,500 kilometres (2,800 miles) through outback towns, iconic routes such as the Nullarbor, and three very different states.Tracy and Doug reflect on the planning that went into the trip, the memorable stops they made along the way, and their favourite places to stay. They also offer honest thoughts on what they might do differently next time. Expect stories of wildlife sightings, the reality of budgeting for fuel and accommodation, preparing the car for such a journey, and a few mishaps on the road (including the drama of a locked-in car key rescue).The episode wraps up with the total cost of the trip, along with practical tips to help you plan your own bucket-list Australian drive and make it as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.Show notes - Episode 74

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This week on Streets of Your Town, we're going to Adelaide to celebrate one of the great founders of Australian rock music.Bunna Lawrie is the frontman and founding member of the band Coloured Stone, whose song Black Boy released in 1984 is still an anthem for First Nations people.He most recently performed at the Sydney Opera House in Generations and Dynasties, alongside his children, sharing stories of resilience, creativity, discrimination and empowerment through their music.The proud Mirning Elder from the Nullarbor is also a passionate environmentalist and whale dreamer as well as his prolific music career, where he continues the songlines of his people to protect these ancient creatures.He is a leader in the Fight for the Bight campaign, working against big oil and gas exploration companies in efforts to have the Great Australian Bight preserved as a World Heritage Site.His connection to country and fight to protect it make him a perfect fit for Streets of Your Town podcast, and we are so lucky to have him share his story with us.https://anywhere.is/event/fat-girl/For more shownotes and links - please go to my Streets of Your Town magazine for this episode at soyt.substack.comnancehaxton.com.au

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Bronwen Eberhard's life and work is in Changing Narratives. Daring to be curious and seeking clarity around old ways of knowing and doing. Exploring and inviting intentionality in new ways of being and valuing. Dr Stefan Eberhard is a cave scientist, explorer and photographer. He did his PhD on the hydrology and ecology of caves in southwest Western Australia. Stefan loves wild and natural landscapes, and one of his favourite places is the vast Nullarbor Plain on the southern edge of the Australian continent. He first visited the Nullarbor as a young cave diver more than 40 years ago and has returned many times since to research, explore  and document the Nullarbor's extraordinary cave systems. Their not-for-profit group Save the Nullarbor has just co-published (with the Bob Brown Foundation, and with contributions by Nullarbor expert scientists) The World Heritage Attributes of the Nullarbor Plain Australia: Iconic Region with Outstanding Natural and Cultural Heritage Values and the Threat

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In this episode, meet the British roofer who ran the equivalent of 95 marathons across Australia in just 61 days. Jack Pitcher braved the harsh Australian outback, including the infamous Nullarbor, to set a new British record for running 4,320km from Perth to Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Jack reveals to Ant how he did it with almost no money and few resources, the many setbacks he suffered along the way, the mindset that helped him reach his goal, and how a packet of Tim Tams saved his life. LINKS Follow Jack Pitcher on Instagram More info on the SSAFA (UK) Follow Ant on Instagram, X, and Facebook Learn more about Ant on his website antmiddleton.com Follow Nova Podcasts on Instagram for videos from the podcast and behind the scenes content – @novapodcastsofficial. CREDITSHost: Ant MiddletonEditor: Adrian WaltonExecutive Producer: Damien Haffenden Managing Producer: Elle Beattie Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Nullarbor barred bandicoot (Perameles papillon) was identified as a new species in 2018, despite being extinct for nearly a century. Until recently, all scientists had of the bandicoots were a handful of museum specimens and one black and white glass slide. Now two photographs of the species have been discovered at the University of Melbourne, revealing details about how the animals looked when they were alive. 

As far as well-known Australian UFO cases go, a 1988 report of an encounter in a desolate area known as the Nullarbor by the Knowles family, a mother and her three adult sons, is on a lot of lists, including Wikipedia. According to the article headlined “UFO Encounter on Nullarbor Plain Reported” in the January 21, 1988, Canberra Times, the family told police in Ceduna that they were chased by a UFO after watching it chase a truck and a car going in the opposite direction. They reported that it picked up their car, shook it violently, and then put it back down facing the other way with such force that one of the tires was blown. Sergeant Fred Longley of the Ceduna Police is quoted as saying “We have to take it seriously, there's no reason why we shouldn't. There were too many witnesses, the car was damaged and was covered in ash from the object and they were clearly shaken up.” While there has been much speculation as to what might have happened (and some doubt as to the validity of the story) there was another instance in Australia in 1971, that not only involved a UFO reportedly picking up a car, but seemingly carrying it for long distances. Read more →Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/podcast-ufo--5922140/support.

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Claire talks to Dr. Jess Marsh abotu eyeless invertebrates under the Nullarbor, and Chris looks into the dark sky for a new interstellar visitor to our solar system

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Peter Norris joins us once again on Australian True Crime to share more about his childhood as the son of a bank robber.In our previous episode, we heard about Gordon House, the homeless shelter in Melbourne's CBD where 11-year-old Pete and his dad, Clarry, hid out for a couple of months after Clarry's escape from Fremantle Jail.In this episode, we pick up the story after a near-miss with police at Gordon House, which forces the pair to hit the road, and escape authorities across the Nullarbor.Links:You can learn more about Peter, as well as purchase "The Bank Robber's Boy" here.Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here.Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie. You can find her on instagram here.Guest: Peter NorrisExecutive Producer/Editor: Matthew TankardGET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here.Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a "Shortcut" episode. It's a shortened version of this week's more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed.Peter Norris joins us once again on Australian True Crime to share more about his childhood as the son of a bank robber.In our previous episode, we heard about Gordon House, the homeless shelter in Melbourne's CBD where 11-year-old Pete and his dad, Clarry, hid out for a couple of months after Clarry's escape from Fremantle Jail.In this episode, we pick up the story after a near-miss with police at Gordon House, which forces the pair to hit the road, and escape authorities across the Nullarbor.Links:You can learn more about Peter, as well as purchase "The Bank Robber's Boy" here.Click here to subscribe to ATC Plus on Apple Podcasts and access all ATC episodes early and ad-free, as well as exclusive bonus episodes. Join our Facebook Group here.Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000.For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie. You can find her on instagram here.Guest: Peter NorrisExecutive Producer/Editor: Matthew TankardGET IN TOUCH:https://www.australiantruecrimethepodcast.com/Follow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Send us a question to have played on the show by recording a voice message here.Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Antonio Pizzolato ha attraversato l'Australia in bicicletta, da Perth a Sydney, percorrendo quasi 6.000 chilometri. Un viaggio durato settimane, attraverso il deserto del Nullarbor e la spettacolare Great Ocean Road. Ecco il suo racconto.

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Ian and Jono analyse another successful Gather Round victory against the Demons. They look at how this weekend's news has impacted our ruck situation before previewing the Bombers' trip across the Nullarbor to face the Eagles.    Listen to The Medical Room and our Post Match First Thoughts exclusively on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/donthestat Follow Us on Twitter and Bluesky: Jono at twitter.com/JonathanJWalsh / https://bsky.app/profile/jonathanjwalsh.bsky.social Ian at twitter.com/Kyptastic1 / https://bsky.app/profile/kyptastic.bsky.social Don The Stat Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/donthestat

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The Cleveland Mack Munchers have been iconic amongst the trucking community for many years with Frank Lenzi at the helm for over 45 years. His recent passing led to the closing of the company which was met with tributes flowing for the well respected icon. A number of enthusiasts purchased examples of the old Cleveland fleet including Jarred Sacca, a heavy haulage operator from Mackay in Queensland. Jarred pulled as many strings as he could to get this podcast together with two ex-Cleveland employees, Lance and Arthur, to share some extremely funny memories of their times peddling the Mack Munchers across the Nullarbor. Looking for One platform for total fleet management? Look no further that GEOTAB Fleet Management Software | Geotab

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In this episode of The Proper True Yarn Podcast, Adam Ashley-Cooper shares a wild story about his mate's life going off the rails after catching his wife with another man. After grabbing both car keys and driving across the Nullarbor Plain, things take a surreal turn when his car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. With no one around to help, a mysterious voice—coming from a horse, no less—tells him to check the carburetor. What happens next? You won't believe it. This yarn's a rollercoaster of betrayal, bad decisions, and one very bizarre twist.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The community is located ten hours northwest of Adelaide on the edge of the Nullarbor Plain. It is striving to become financially self-sufficient through community-owned enterprises and has found a way to create jobs from thousands of dead trees. - La comunità - a dieci ore a nord-ovest di Adelaide, ai margini della pianura di Nullarbor - ha trovato un modo per creare posti di lavoro da migliaia di alberi morti.

Dr Stefan Eberhard is a cave scientist, explorer and photographer. He did his PhD on the hydrology and ecology of caves in southwest Western Australia. Stefan loves wild and natural landscapes, and one of his favourite places is the vast Nullarbor Plain on the southern edge of the Australian continent. He first visited the Nullarbor as a young cave diver more than 40 years ago and has returned many times since to research, explore  and document the Nullarbor's extraordinary cave systems.  Bronwen Eberhard's life and work is in Changing Narratives. Daring to be curious and seeking clarity around old ways of knowing and doing. Exploring and inviting intentionality in new ways of being and valuing.

This week we had the honour of having my Dad Jon Lennon on the poddy. Jon is the professional voice behind our podcasts intro, segments and outro. We sat down with him to unpack the best stories from his life to date. In his own words, 'I'm just an ordinary person, who's done extraordinary things'. We hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did, cheers guys x (PS. Dylan is currently in Barcelona having the time of his life. We are excited to re-unite in a few weeks time and take this show to the next level in London. Love ya's) Show Notes: His upbringing Playing Footy in the 70s & 80s in WA (Sunday Footy League) Both parents dying in his early 20's Running a News-agency Finding his purpose & planting the seed to an alternative future DJ'ing & MC'ing in the 80's Being nervous before live shows despite doing over 3000 live shows Working as a fitness instructor & a water aerobics instructor Working at Atlantis Marine Park (the best job he ever had) The best Dolphin stories Paying $1200 for a job interview at SeaWorld Driving across the Nullarbor in Australia and picking up hitchhikers  Working at SeaWorld Gold Coast Doing world tours with Manpower (The Thunder From Down Under - chippendale show) Life on the road, best live shows, biggest crowds etc Becoming a Sports Commentator & Announcer Best Moments commentating and announcing Announcing the first ever T20 Cricket game Being a Marriage Celebrant and the quirks involved Being locked up with his best mate Nearly dying in a car crash Being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer and his message to young men out there How he would like to be remembered Rate us 5 stars and leave a nice review please squire. Make sure to subscribe to us for weekly poddies, we're best mates who love to take the piss out of what life has to offer ALL OF OUR LINKS BELOW https://jamoanddylan.komi.io/ BOOK US ON CAMEO https://www.cameo.com/jamoanddylanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.