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The boys preview Penrith's clash with Cronulla in Bathurst. Plus Troy talks about last week's big stadium editorial, and what's going on with Izack Tago?
We discussed Dan Prescott's wedding getting called off after his bucks went out of control, then Maddie from Penrith called in revealing she cancelled her wedding after realising at her hens night (featuring Puppetry of the Penis with the infamous hamburger and poppy seeds) that she wasn't into men anymore—she's now a "fully-fledged adult lesbian." DJ Kelly-O topped that by sharing the time he was DJing a wedding, the bride asked him to find the groom, and he caught him in the backseat with the maid of honour before the ceremony even started.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Zac Lomax ends the saga with a code switch to the Western Force, the Broncos suffer their worst performance under Maguire in a 26-0 belting by Penrith, and DCE's Roosters debut ends in a 42-18 horror loss in Auckland. NRL Round 1 2026 review — the Titans' 50-10 embarrassment, Manly's golden point collapse, Alex Johnston chasing Ken Irvine's all-time try record, and the game of the round: Penrith vs Cronulla at Bathurst.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sunday Triple M NRL Catch Up - Paul Kent, Gorden Tallis, Ryan Girdler, Anthony Maroon
The Grahams, Wade and James, are in alongside Charlie White to review Round One of the 2026 NRL season. We look at the impressive showing from South Sydney in Brisbane yesterday – is centre Latrell’s best spot? Is David Fifita back? The Raiders managed to win in golden point thanks to Ethan ‘The Colonel’ Sanders, and Jimmy has praise for Manly. Wadeo suspects big things inbound for his beloved Cronulla Sharks, and we look at what happened to the reigning premiers as Penrith held them to zero in Brisbane. Plus, our new segments ‘Cool Your Jets’, ‘Put A Line Through’ & ‘I’ve Seen Enough’ make their debut on the Monday show, and the boys have contrasting opinions on the Alex Johnson ‘storm the field’ situation. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Grahams, Wade and James, are in alongside Charlie White to review Round One of the 2026 NRL season. We look at the impressive showing from South Sydney in Brisbane yesterday – is centre Latrell’s best spot? Is David Fifita back? The Raiders managed to win in golden point thanks to Ethan ‘The Colonel’ Sanders, and Jimmy has praise for Manly. Wadeo suspects big things inbound for his beloved Cronulla Sharks, and we look at what happened to the reigning premiers as Penrith held them to zero in Brisbane. Plus, our new segments ‘Cool Your Jets’, ‘Put A Line Through’ & ‘I’ve Seen Enough’ make their debut on the Monday show, and the boys have contrasting opinions on the Alex Johnson ‘storm the field’ situation. Check out Triple M NRL's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Billy Slater and Peter Psaltis unpack a high-scoring opening weekend that proved preseason form is often a "reality check" once the real whistle blows. They break down why the Melbourne Storm remain the gold standard of preparation and how the Penrith Panthers continue to use their defensive intensity as a mirror to expose their rivals. Key Highlights The 24-0 Record: A deep dive into Craig Bellamy’s staggering 24-year undefeated streak in Round 1 and what it reveals about the Storm's elite preseason standards. Wayne’s World at Souths: The Rabbitohs’ 40-point explosion and why a fit Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker make them the most dangerous attacking unit in the comp. The "Mirror" Effect: Billy explains how Penrith’s relentless pressure forces opponents like the Broncos to confront their own fitness and mental deficiencies. Record Watch: Discussion on Alex Johnston closing in on the all-time try-scoring record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew Moore, Michael Carayannis and Luke Lewis are in the chair for a big afternoon of rugby league as Round action continues across the NRL. The team take a look at the key storylines from the weekend so far, what's still to come, and the major talking points making headlines around the game.Plus a strong guest line-up: Penrith winger Tom Jenkins joins us, PNG Chiefs General Manager of Football Michael Chammas stops by to discuss the latest developments around the PNG franchise, and injured Cronulla captain Cameron McInnes chats with the team.00:19 - Tom Jenkins7:30 - Michael Chammas23:17 - Cameron McInnes
Cautious optimism from Warriors league coach Andrew Webster that his side can make another NRL leap this year. They start their campaign tomorrow against the Sydney Roosters at Mount Smart without co-captain Mitch Barnett and halfback Luke Metcalf, as both are returning from knee injuries. Webster told Mike Hosking that last year's opening match serves as a reminder of over evaluating a pre-season. He says they're comfortable where they are, but until you get punched in the face round one, you don't really know where you're at. The Warriors finished sixth last year, exiting in the first round of the finals to Penrith. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NRL 360 boys are back, and things get heated! Ready fires up after Zac Lomax is spotted at Rugby HQ, with fresh details emerging around his messy contract saga. The boys discuss Mitch Barnett’s rise as one of the hottest names on the market, and whether Penrith can get payback against the Broncos after last year’s heartbreak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AS USUAL SHOWNOTES ARE AI SLOP BY CLAUDE SONNET 4.6 THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER-----------------------------------------------------------A wide‑ranging hour covering domestic politics (One Nation's surge and the Coalition's paralysis), major policy debates (NDIS reform, political donations), crime and national security items, transport projects, and international flashpoints from the US tariffs decision to Iran and Russia. Jack the Insider and Hong Kong Jack mix sharp political analysis with on‑the‑ground colour and sport/entertainment roundups.00:00:26 — Intro & banterQuick greeting, light chat about Chinese New Year and local life in Hong Kong. Sets tone and introduces the episode.00:01:36 — One Nation surge & polling deep-diveDiscussion of recent polls showing One Nation jumping into mid‑teens/20s in places; skepticism about methodology (Roy Morgan/telephone vs face‑to‑face) and how soft protest votes can be. Hong Kong Jack calls this a historically large minor‑party rise.00:06:49 — Why major conservatives look frozen (cost of One Nation policy)Analysis of Coalition paralysis on immigration policy; PBO estimate on net‑zero migration cost discussed; critique that Liberals/Nationals aren't confronting One Nation's policy platform.00:10:47 — Keith Wallerhan essay: who are modern decisive voters?Summary of Wallerhan's argument that the old “Phil & Jenny” voter has shifted; a new aspirational, tertiary‑educated, renting suburban voter is key and the Liberal Party hasn't adapted.00:13:29 — Nationals, nuclear sites and political messaging failuresHow rushed / poorly communicated policy (nuclear sites list) triggered NIMBY backlash; claim the Coalition isn't doing the detailed work needed to respond to voter shifts.00:18:28 — High Court challenge to Victoria's political donations regimeTwo independents argue the law entrenches major parties by cutting off new fundraising structures; discussion of the likely timing and importance for the November state election.00:20:30 — Crime: abduction/murder linked to organised crime networksAppalling case of an elderly man abducted from North Ryde, body discovered near Penrith; two men charged, defence suggests broader Sydney crime network involvement.00:24:56 — Gang violence & the Matt Utai shooting; crime networks in SydneyBrief on organised‑crime turf disputes (the “Coconut Cartel” reference) and ongoing police investigations.00:24:56 — Transport — Sydney–Newcastle high‑speed rail proposalFederal funding for planning (~AUD 660m so far) discussed; doubts raised about cost, route feasibility and whether fast rail really suits Australia's geography and travel patterns.00:31:09 — NDIS & autism diagnosis debateMike Freelander (paediatrician & MP) argues autism diagnostic threshold is too low; Grattan Institute numbers referenced; concern NDIS budget/scope is unsustainable without reform.00:36:29 — Australians in Syrian camps / “ISIS brides” debateStrong views on repatriation and national security; discussion of Australian citizenship rights for children born in Australia and the political difficulty of extracting or repatriating individuals from camps.00:42:10 — UK entry rules for dual citizens (brief)Note about changes/fees affecting dual UK citizens arriving without a UK passport; implications for Hong Kongers and others.00:44:20 — United States tariffs & Supreme Court rulingSCOTUS decision limiting presidential tariff powers discussed; Gorsuch and Kavanaugh opinions mentioned; likely litigation and refund battles to follow.00:56:16 — AI, data centres and environmental concernsColorado moratorium mention; large energy/water footprints of data centres; practical notes on lawyers/journalists misusing AI (fabricated cases) and AI as a drafting tool that must be checked.01:04:37 — Middle East: Iran tensions & regional risksDiscussion of US/Israeli options, likely limits to air/missile strikes, regional escalation risk and implications for proxy groups (Hezbollah).01:05:30 — Russia & Ukraine: economic pressure on MoscowSurvey of views that Russia's economy is under severe strain and that continued war may be economically self‑sustaining for the regime.01:06:13 — UK politics: by‑election in Gorton & Denton (context)Background on the resignation/scandal that triggered the by‑election; polling context (Reform/Greens versus Labor).01:08:15 — High‑profile UK arrests (Mandelson, Andrew) and “misconduct in public office”Overview of arrests/interviews, differences in UK arrest process vs Australia, discussion of historical use and limits of the offence and prosecution challenges.01:19:04 — Sport: AFL documentary, Toby Greene, Carlton developmentsNotes on Amazon Prime's Inside the AFL; Toby Greene anecdote; Carlton's new training facility, ESG plan and player signings (Sam Walsh, Jager Smith, Wade Dirksen story).01:27:41 — NRL in Las Vegas; T20 World Cup & Australian cricket updateNRL double‑header success in Vegas; ticket/cost notes. T20 World Cup preview—India/England/West Indies form and women's team performance spotlight.01:32:18 — Global oddities and small items (N Korea, etc.)Quick remarks on North Korea's predictable “reelection” and the historic gap since last nuclear test.01:33:36 — Outro & listener call‑outsClosing thanks, invitation for listener questions and sign‑off.
Troy and Nathan review Penrith's season launch and 60th anniversary dinner. Plus the boys reveal their top eight predictions for the year. And will Nathan finally win The Price is Right?
Ps Ed Winbow brings a powerful message unpacking what worship is and how we need to live our lives as worship to God.
Shane and Andrea chat with Aintree Group–sponsored athlete Kaylen Bassett for an inspiring and insightful conversation about family, resilience, and elite performance in canoe slalom.Kaylen shares his unconventional journey into the sport, the strong family foundations that underpin his career, and the mental skills required to compete at the highest level. The conversation centres on a career-defining achievement — winning a bronze medal at the 2025 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships in Penrith, marking Australia's first men's C1 World Championship medal in over a decade.From life on the World Cup circuit and the realities of constant international travel, to finding balance, entering flow state under pressure, celebrating success, and juggling work alongside elite sport, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to perform on the world stage — and what lies ahead on the road to Oklahoma and the 2028 LA Olympic cycle.Follow Kaylen's journey: https://kaylenbassett.com/ | IG: @kaylenbassettVisit Paddle Australia website to see details of upcoming races and how you can support the Australian Paddling team: https://paddle.org.au/
Ps Alan Mayer brings an important message unpacking how worship needs to not just be something we do on a Sunday but instead should be treated as a lifestyle.
How do you look past the Penrith Panthers as premiership favourites? With no major signings and a largely unchanged squad, Penrith are once again backing continuity, confidence and a system that keeps delivering when it matters most.We break down why stability could be their biggest weapon, how their elite spine and relentless forward rotation continue to set the benchmark and which players are under pressure to maintain the standard. EXCLUSIVE TIPS ON UNIBET (18+)Sign Up Now: https://bit.ly/4rwLSzq00:00 Intro 00:22 2025 Season Review 01:20 Is The Dynasty Still Alive?02:50 Finals Lock?05:27 Players In Spotlight08:09 Panthers Defensive WoesFollow us @TheCastPatrol on all social media platforms to keep up to date with all things CAST and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The podcast's favourite son Harry Ramage returns to discuss his beloved Knights, and then AAP's Jasper Bruce talks about how Penrith can bounce back after their worst season in over half a decade (47:33). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ps Nick Reynolds brings a powerful message unpacking how we are called to worship God with everything we do in our lives.
Emily Bainbridge brings an important message about how worship needs to be an act of surrender to God.
Ps Ben Dowding brings a powerful message to start the second month of 'Deeper Discipleship' by discovering why worship is a worthy response to God's mercy.
Big Hoss ... just telling it how it is! An awesome interview.Sponsored by Cooks Plumbing Supplies. Check them out @ https://www.cooksplumbing.com.au
Ps Richard McGuinness brings an impactful message about how we need to be bold in our prayer.
Ahead of his 15th anniversary with The Western Weekender, we catch up with Deputy Editor and Sports Journalist Nathan Taylor. He talks to us about his passion for Penrith, why he's still with the paper after all these years and shares some recent personal challenges.
Kojo Botsio brings a powerful message looking into how as disciples of Jesus we are to look to Him as our teacher.
Billwatch returns… Scrutiny of the Railways Bill is heating up and the Government comes out fighting – but are we convinced?We preview a fascinating visit to see Digital Pay as You Go in action on East Midlands RailwayAnd Network Rail gets the Clifton Bridge renewal at Penrith completed early!In this episode:(00:00) Intro(00:30) Billwatch(38:25) Digital Pay as You Go trial teaser(42:45) Thanks to Supporters(44:13) Railway News Round-up(44:16) New GBR livery £32k bill(45:25) RMT ballot members on pay offer(46:45) Clifton Railway Bridge replacement is completed early(49:22) GWR & LNER leasing costs(51:56) Network Rail staff rescue woman from deep snow(54:08) Brigg Line Fish Fry-Day in Cleethorpes(55:32) The Quiz(57:30) Shout out to GWR staff members** Link to Strathwood's 3 for 2 offer **https://strathwood.co.uk/Membership: If you want to see even more from Green Signals, including exclusive content, become a member and support the channel further too.YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@GreenSignals/joinPatreon -https://www.patreon.com/GreenSignalsGreen Signals: Website -http://www.greensignals.orgMerchandise - http://greensignals.etsy.comNewsletter -http://www.greensignals.org/#mailing-listFollow: X (Twitter) -https://twitter.com/greensignallers LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-signals-productions-ltdInstagram -https://instagram.com/greensignallersCredits - Thumbnail image: Department for TransportImportant Notes:The views and opinions expressed by any guests or interviewees on this channel / podcast are strictly their own and should not be assumed to reflect those of the hosts, the management or the Directors of Green Signals.The Green Signals podcast should not be considered professional advice, and listeners should consult appropriate and qualified professionals for advice tailored to their specific needs.The Green Signals podcast and YouTube channel is provided ‘as is' and none of Green Signals Productions Limited, its Directors, hosts or management are liable for any damages in any form arising from the use of or reliance on any advertisement, product, service mentioned or any discussion about any matter.None of Green Signals Productions Limited, its Directors, its hosts or its management are responsible for any third party advertiser content, claims or representations. The views, opinions or claims of any advertiser or commercial third party that may from time to time appear on, or be referenced by us, in any of our podcast shows or videos should not be taken to reflect our own views or opinions in any way.
How To Scale A BusinessSean Penrith, CEO of Gordian Knot Strategies, shares his journey from running a lucrative but unfulfilling business in South America to becoming a leader in climate finance. After sailing across the Atlantic and around Cape Horn, Sean returned home to pursue his MBA and started a glass recycling business that set him on a path toward purposeful work. Through founding nine different businesses, including a functional beverage company and a climate finance consultancy, Sean developed a powerful seven-element framework for predicting business success. This framework, born from research funded by the Walton Family Foundation, has proven remarkably accurate at identifying which projects and businesses will succeed or fail—regardless of industry or geography. Sean reveals why 70% of passionate entrepreneurs fail to identify willing and able payers for their solutions, how he maintains an 80% repeat client rate through trust in an AI-saturated world, and why he believes mindset and transforming limiting beliefs is the true secret to scaling a business. He also shares how he ran his businesses for three years from a sailboat during COVID and the counterintuitive career advice he gives his children about designing work around lifestyle rather than the other way around.Chapters:(00:00:00) - Sean explains the seven-element framework for predicting business success(00:01:31) - From South America hustler to purpose-driven entrepreneur(00:03:36) - How Sean started nine businesses by solving problems he actually had(00:06:00) - The research project that cracked the code on why startups fail(00:09:00) - Why 70% of entrepreneurs can't identify willing and able payers(00:14:00) - How AI is changing client relationships and the importance of trust(00:19:00) - Navigating polarized climate politics across different markets(00:21:00) - Why Sean reduced from nine service offerings to three core ones(00:22:00) - Career advice: Design your lifestyle first, then find work to support it(00:24:15) - The secret to scaling: Mindset over grindingLinks And Resources:Website: https://gordianknotstrategies.com/team/Sean Penrith on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spenrith/Amplafy Media: https://www.amplafymedia.com/Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn: / hector-santiesteban-64326340 Hector Santiesteban on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hector_podcast?la...Thanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to How to Scale a Business? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with in the comment section!
Ps Gale Dowding brings an important message unpacking the power of prayer and looking into what Paul says about it in Thessalonians.
Born and bred in Penrith, Rich Evans was at the forefront of Penrith's digital evolution in the 1990s and early 2000s, before moving to the Central West. Rich speaks about growing up in Penrith, connecting with the community in his new home and details the enormous health challenge he's been facing in recent years.
Live at The Joan, Penrith for Sydney Comedy Festival
With mortgage rates falling below 2%, property investors face a crucial decision point. Acting too slowly can result in missed opportunities, while premature moves risk capital loss. The ability to preserve capital — not just generate returns — is the first test of any sound investment. In a market shifting back toward seller dominance, understanding timing and asset strength becomes essential. Melvin Lim from PropertyLimBrothers introduces a six-step framework designed to help investors create property liquidity events with strategic clarity. He breaks down how to assess risk, identify assets with larger exit audiences, and navigate tax inefficiencies such as ABSD. Through practical examples, Melvin explains why waiting for price gains may actually lead to net losses — and how switching into a stronger asset early can unlock long-term upside. This conversation offers a grounded approach to decision-making in an environment shaped by rate cuts, shifting buyer sentiment, and rising liquidity. If you're planning an upgrade, exit, or portfolio restructure, the insights shared here are both timely and actionable. 00:00 Intro 00:55 The Buying Power Triangle 01:41 The $4.5 Million sweet spot 03:00 Strongest seasons for property buying and the Equity Triangle 04:50 Andrew & Zi Yi Property Journey and portfolio growth (Risks of Active Income and the importance of Passive and Asset Income) 10:59 The TLC (Tenure, Leverage, Capability) Triangle 13:42 Pre-Catalyst Opportunity 16:11 The "PSF Play" 19:46 The "Region Play" 21:09 Purchase tips for CCR Freehold Resale Condos 21:23 Upcoming Launches in CCR and RCR 21:33 Penrith new launch breakdown and performance of surrounding condos (Sterling Residences and Queens) 25:27 Northern Region opportunities for sub-$1.65 Million 4-Bedroom resale condos
Over the course of a decade in politics Rory Stewart saw how power really works and what forces drive our communities apart. He was a backbench MP, held several ministerial positions, and stood for prime minister – before being sacked from a Conservative Party that he had come to barely recognise. Now, well away from the political arena, he regularly shares his insights into current affairs and global politics as co-host of the UK's leading political podcast, The Rest Is Politics. In October he came to Intelligence Squared to discuss the state of Britain and the world today. He drew from his new book 'Middleland: Dispatches from the Borders' to discuss his decade as MP of one of Britain's most rural constituencies, Penrith and The Border. And he argued that to truly create a better future for all we must understand the tensions that exist between rural and urban, between farming and the natural world, between the need to preserve and to grow, and between local and national politics. Bridges must – and can – be built, he argued. The event was hosted by former MP and author Caroline Lucas. You can find out more about her book Another England: Reclaiming Our National Story here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/453710/another-england-by-lucas-caroline/9781804941591 --- If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full ad free conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Over the course of a decade in politics Rory Stewart saw how power really works and what forces drive our communities apart. He was a backbench MP, held several ministerial positions, and stood for prime minister – before being sacked from a Conservative Party that he had come to barely recognise. Now, well away from the political arena, he regularly shares his insights into current affairs and global politics as co-host of the UK's leading political podcast, The Rest Is Politics. In October he came to Intelligence Squared to discuss the state of Britain and the world today. He drew from his new book 'Middleland: Dispatches from the Borders' to discuss his decade as MP of one of Britain's most rural constituencies, Penrith and The Border. And he argued that to truly create a better future for all we must understand the tensions that exist between rural and urban, between farming and the natural world, between the need to preserve and to grow, and between local and national politics. Bridges must – and can – be built, he argued. The event was hosted by former MP and author Caroline Lucas. You can find out more about her book Another England: Reclaiming Our National Story here: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/453710/another-england-by-lucas-caroline/9781804941591 --- This is the first instalment of a two-part episode. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full ad free conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 2025-26 Wests Tigers pre-season is just commencing, with players starting to return to training this week. One of the players set to sweat it out at Concord over the summer months is young fullback Jack Attard.Considered the heir apparent to champion Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards, Attard has ditched the Panthers and come across to our club on a three-year deal. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, we dive into what this means for our current fullback Jahream Bula.Bula, managed by Isaac Moses (who has a rocky history with the Wests Tigers), is in the midst of contract negotiations, and there are concerns that he may be heading elsewhere. So, is Attard a contingency? An insurance plan? We take a deep dive into that issue on this edition.Joining Joel on this podcast are the boys from Tiger Town, Zac and Toby, as well as Jordan, Declan, and Nick.Other topics up for debate include the new gear supply deal with Canterbury Sportswear. With Steeden moving on, Canterbury will soon have a new-look Wests Tigers jersey for us, and we've already seen a fresh training shirt look as well. The boys discuss expectations and hopes for the new-look Wests Tigers jersey.Nathan Brown also pops up for a bit of a discussion with reports continuing to link the veteran prop to a farewell season or two with the Tigers.And then we get into the meat and potatoes topic of this podcast - the 2026 Wests Tigers team. With a full house of contributors on board, we look at the contentious selection areas for round one and beyond, including Wing, Lock, Prop, and Bench Utility.There are also a couple of bold predictions, including the potential inclusion of highly touted young Wests Tigers stars, such as Ethan Roberts, Javon Andrews, Phoenix Godinet, and Heamasi Makasini.It's an exciting time to be a Wests Tigers fan! Don't forget to join in the discussion today on the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wests-tigers-podcast--6660380/support.
In her latest novel, One Aladdin Two Lamps, the writer Jeanette Winterson takes inspiration from the legendary story of Shahrazad in One Thousand and One Nights. But she calls on the reader to look again at stories we think we know, unpick how fiction works, and have the courage to challenge and change the narrative.The saxophonist and presenter Soweto Kinch will perform his new album, Soundtrack to the Apocalypse, with the London Symphony Orchestra (at the Barbican, London, on Friday 14th November), combining British jazz, hip-hop and orchestral music. This is the finale of his acclaimed trilogy of politically charged, genre-defying works that tell different stories of the past, present and future. The former MP Rory Stewart spent nearly a decade in Britain's most rural constituency, Penrith and Borders, and wrote a column for a local newspaper. In Middleland: Dispatches from the Borders he's collected together these fragmentary moments from rural life and local politics to capture a wide-ranging portrait of life and stories from the Cumbrian countryside. Producer: Katy Hickman Assistant Producer: Natalia Fernandez
...in which we are joined by broadcaster, author, long-distance walker and former MP for Penrith and the Border, Rory Stewart, to discuss his new book, Middleland – Dispatches from the Borders. In a wide-ranging discussion about the 'lost kingdom of Middleland', Dave chats with Rory about long walks through the Lake District and Borderlands, about the joys of post-walk pub stays (warm socks, a book by the fire), and the meditative pace of multi-day rambles. Moving to farming, Rory raises the alarm over a new era of small farm 'clearance', urges caution over rewilding a heritage landscape, and argues that binary thinking is impeding a subsidy regime that would champion nature-based farming. Grappling with a 'Middleland' identity, we consider why the reality of Cumbria – sparsely populated, mountainous, complex – questions so many assumptions at the heart of modern politics, and learn why we should not lose confidence in our National Parks. Facing our quickfire questions, Rory describes his earliest Cumbrian memory (rescue from a snow-blocked A6 aged four), his fondness for Penrith fudge and his love of Striding Edge. Closing on a note of positivity; Rory reflects on the fact that – despite its challenges – Cumbria remains a place in which tens of thousands of people contribute to a place that brings "a type of joy, meaning and happiness that is elusive elsewhere". Rory's new book, Middleland, is out today.
The Elephant In The Room Property Podcast | Inside Australian Real Estate
Australia's housing shortage isn't just about planning approvals or red tape — it's about money. In this episode, commercial finance expert Jean-Pierre Gortan, Joint Founder of Simplicity Loans & Advisory, joins Veronica Morgan and Chris Bates to unpack the financial bottlenecks preventing new homes from being built, even in areas crying out for supply.Jean-Pierre draws on more than two decades of experience structuring complex, multi-lender deals to explain why so many developments are stuck in limbo. From Parramatta to Penrith, he reveals how post-COVID construction cost blowouts, tighter lending standards, and broken feasibility models have made many projects impossible to fund — even with demand at record highs.They discuss how non-bank lenders are filling the void left by traditional banks, why build-to-rent projects still struggle to stack up in high-cost cities like Sydney, and what state governments are doing through rezoning, TOD corridors, and density incentives to unlock supply. Jean-Pierre also shares insights into how the market differs between NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, and what policy shifts could finally make housing delivery viable again.This is a candid, ground-level look at the economics of housing supply — and a reminder that Australia's housing crisis won't be solved by planning reforms alone, but by rethinking how development is financed.Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction02:12 — How COVID Cost Blowouts Crushed Feasibility03:51 — When Projects Don't Stack Up Financially05:22 — Why Government Fixes Aren't Solving Supply15:38 — Non-Bank Lenders: Who's Funding Projects Now18:02 — Developers Adapting to a Tougher Market21:32 — How Finance Shapes Future Housing Supply25:53 — Residential vs Commercial: Shared Challenges26:27 — Why Banks Pulled Back from Construction Loans28:18 — Can Government Programs Reignite Building?29:48 — Pre-Sales Pressure: A Hidden Project Killer31:10 — Quality, Oversight, and Building Regulation Costs32:39 — Red Tape and Rezoning: The Slow Path to Supply36:40 – Transport Oriented Development (TOD) and LMR Zones43:08 — Property Dumbo: Overconfidence in Feasibility44:45 — Final Thoughts: Funding and the Road AheadLinksJean-Pierre Gortan (website bio)LMR ViewerAbout the GuestJean-Pierre Gortan is the Joint Founder of Simplicity Loans & Advisory and one of Australia's most respected figures in commercial finance. A back-to-back winner of the Australian Broker of the Year Award by MPA Magazine, Jean-Pierre has built a national reputation for solving some of the country's most complex funding challenges with creativity, precision, and integrity.With more than two decades of experience across property, business, and development finance, he has been instrumental in steering Simplicity's growth into one of Australia's leading independent advisory firms. His expertise lies in structuring sophisticated, multi-lender transactions — from nine-figure refinances to bespoke development facilities — all with a focus on delivering exceptional client outcomes.Beyond finance, Jean-Pierre is a passionate advocate for community causes, having raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through initiatives such as the Larapinta Stage Race, the CEO Sleepout, and his ongoing support for the Women's Resilience Centre. A...
Klaudia Zwolinska zdobyła dwa złote medale w kajakarstwie. Zwolińska zdobyła już trzeci medal mistrzostw świata 2025 w kajakarstwie górskim. W sobotę na australijskim torze w Penrith zajęła 3. miejsce w finale konkurencji kajak cross. W miniony czwartek Zwolińska sięgnęła po złoto w C-1, a w piątek w K-1. Jest pierwszą zawodniczką w historii, która dokonała tego na jednym czempionacie globu.
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