Podcasts about Taree

In this podcast, SBS Hindi explores life in regional Australia through voices from the Indian community. The discussion is based on the 2025 Global Liveability Index, which ranked Melbourne, Sydney, and Adelaide among the world's top 10 most liveable cities, based on healthcare, education, and infrastructure. But how do regional towns compare? We speak to residents in Townsville, Toowoomba, Taree, and Newcastle about their everyday lives and the challenges they face, from access to services to a sense of belonging. Do the big cities still hold their appeal, or does regional life offer its sense of fulfilment?

When it looked like heavy rain was on its way, Taree farmer Josh Hack knew he had to act and move his cattle to higher ground.Now, like so many others, Josh is facing the cleanup from the record-breaking floods that devastated large parts of the NSW Mid North Coast and Hunter regions. Today, we consider the plight of Australia's farmers like Josh, but also those further south fighting their way through severe drought and ask the question; is Australia still fit for farming?  Featured: Josh Hack, Taree farmerJess Davis, ABC climate reporter

Les habitants de Taree touchés par les inondations ont déclaré à SBS News que les conséquences du déluge de la semaine dernière n'étaient rien de moins qu'« un désastre, tout simplement catastrophique ».

Flood-ravaged communities on the New South Wales mid-north coast are moving into recovery mode with Defence personnel and specialist disaster relief teams now on the ground to help with the clean up.

Flood-ravaged communities on the New South Wales mid-north coast are moving into recovery mode with Defence personnel and specialist disaster relief teams now on the ground to help with the clean up.

Flood-ravaged communities on the New South Wales mid-north coast are moving into recovery mode with Defence personnel and specialist disaster relief teams now on the ground to help with the clean up.

Les habitants de Taree touchés par les inondations ont déclaré à SBS News que les conséquences du déluge de la semaine dernière n'étaient rien de moins qu'« un désastre, tout simplement catastrophique ».

Mark Levy chats with 2GB’s Clinton Maynard, who’s in Taree at the scene of the devastation caused by the floods. The pair discussed the damage and how locals are in urgent need of appropriate government assistance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jonesy's friend Paul joins us live from Taree to chat about how he's holding up following the catastrophic floods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gus and Bec, oyster farmers from Taree, are grappling with the devastating loss of their home due to recent flooding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's National Party was successful in recent Federal elections and subsequently has been beating its chest in celebratory joy, but not everyone feels the same way, according to this opinion piece in the Melbourne Age: "Denial is hard to grasp in the city. In flooded Taree, it's bewildering"."The True Cost of Pretending Climate Change Doesn't Exist";"Trump administration plans to end greenhouse gas limits on power plants";"This town was wiped out by Helene. How does it come back?";"‘Destruction everywhere': Taree cleanup begins as NSW floods reignite inter-agency tensions";"Dry spell hits Shepparton as rainfall plummets below average";"The intensifying climate driver behind the coastal deluges and inland drought";"Earth's major climate goal is too warm for the polar ice sheets, study says";"ABC Radio's Country Breakfast is an entertaining look at rural and regional issues around Australia.";"‘We're really struggling': Fire levy pushing drought-stricken farmers to the brink";"New Mexico Is the Latest State Developing Standards to Protect Workers in Extreme Heat";"Why is southern Australia in drought – and when will it end?";"The deluge in NSW sounds a warning to rural and regional communities elsewhere";"Gas industry could get far more than $200m if deals keep flowing – Jones";"We bear the brunt of the climate crisis. A Pacific Cop could help shape the global response";"Climate Council Statement On NSW Floods: More Destructive Due To Climate Change";"The shadows of Amazon dams";"A Truly Dark Day in DC" - Bill McKibben"Trump and Republicans are targeting blue states' climate policies";"The surprising ways U.S. weather data powers everyday commerce";"Climate change could drive surge in foreclosures and lender losses, new study finds";"How states can fight climate change without the feds";"Eight EU countries form coalition of the willing on crisis preparedness";"Trump's “wins” on nuclear power are losses for taxpayers and public safety";"Battery Recycling: How Accounting for Social and Environmental Benefits Boosts Returns";"“As journalists, we fail to extend empathy to ourselves”: How climate reporting is impacting mental health";"More Than 1 in 4 Cars Sold Globally in 2025 Expected to Be EVs: IEA Report";"NSW on alert: these maps show the areas at risk of flooding and storms";"Floods, fires and even terrorist attacks: how ready are our hospitals to cope when disaster strikes?";"In a flood, first responders balance helping others while their own families are at risk. It's an impossible choice";"The deluge in NSW sounds a warning to rural and regional communities elsewhere";"Nuclear has highest investment risk; solar shows lowest, say US researchers";"James Hansen and the scientific contest about accelerated warming: 2025 is the crunch year";"One-in-500-year floods: How often do they really happen and what does the term mean?";"How the government is setting everyone up to fail on green claims";"Penguin Poop May Help Preserve Antarctic Climate";"In Chicago, Artists Imagine a World Without Prisons or Environmental Hazards";"Flooding Caused by Atmospheric River Over Maryland Shows How Climate Change Is Stressing Inland Communities";"Paris Agreement Target for Warming Won't Protect Polar Ice Sheets, Scientists Warn";"Victorian planning laws blasted – wrong answer to market failure";"Can glaciers regrow if global warming is reversed? Not in our l

Listen to the top News of 24/05/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Massive clean up efforts underway for residents in Taree; Kyiv under attack as Ukraine, Russia begin major prisoner swap; In sport, Tottenham fans welcome their Europa League winners back home.

เมื่อฝนตกหนักต่อเนื่องเพียงไม่กี่วัน เมือง Taree ทางตอนเหนือของรัฐนิวเซาท์เวลส์ก็กลายเป็นทะเลน้ำท่วม ผู้คนหลายหมื่นถูกตัดขาด ผู้เสียชีวิตเพิ่มขึ้นอย่างต่อเนื่อง และนี่คือเหตุการณ์น้ำหลากรุนแรงที่สุดในรอบ 125 ปี คุณภัณฑิลา รอสส์ คนไทยในเมือง Taree ถ่ายทอดภาพเหตุการณ์ ตั้งแต่ฝนหยดแรกจนถึงนาทีที่เมืองทั้งเมืองจมหาย

The Coalition is another step closer to re-uniting after a virtual meeting of Liberal M-Ps and Senators. On the NSW Mid North Coast, Taree locals have been jumping onto boats, to assess the damage caused by catastrophic floods. And Could Kim Kardashian be heading to the White House?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition is another step closer to re-uniting after a virtual meeting of Liberal M-Ps and Senators. On the NSW Mid North Coast, Taree locals have been jumping onto boats, to assess the damage caused by catastrophic floods. And Could Kim Kardashian be heading to the White House?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we speak to people about the planetary crisis, the most common response is a feeling of powerlessness. Many tell us they don't know what to do or where to start, which often means not doing anything at all, and this just adds to the feeling of powerlessness. This is a growing challenge across the world, as more and more people become aware of the crisis we are in - from Taree in Australia facing catastrophic flooding, to millions suffering unliveable heat in India, Pakistan and Iran, to extreme heat events in Iceland, or across to Brazil where more floods have destroyed crops which will ripple out and have a major impact across the globe. In the face of so many extreme weather events, it's hard not to feel hopeless and powerless. But there is much we can all do, and the middle class claiming our power in this time of geopolitical chaos is probably the best way to help our mental health and the planet. Whatever we feel about the future of our species, it's time we try with all our might to overcome - for our families and all life on earth. However, we must also acknowledge the severity of the challenges we face. We do not have an easy journey ahead, so developing our resilience is critical. This is how we will start the show, with clear actions and questions we should be asking ourselves, and then we will discuss the major news around all aspects of the planetary crisis, including, but not limited to, the latest on the AMOC, the fact 1.5°C of warming is already too hot for the polar ice caps, global oil demand – is it increasing or decreasing?, Planetary Nationalism and why that might not be a great idea, the catastrophic tornados in the US including a lack of FEMA support, food security and more. We always aim to cover a lot and never make it through all the news, but we give it a go, so why not come and join us, Friday 23rd May – 8am UK, 2pm TH, 3pm SG, 6pm AEST – and work out your steps, so you can stop feeling powerless.Climate Courage is a livestream, held every two weeks and is co-hosted by Andrea T Edwards, Dr. David Ko and Richard Busellato. On the show, we cover critical topics across the full spectrum of the polycrisis, in everyday language, and we go big picture on the climate crisis, while also drilling down and focusing on the actions we can all take to be part of the solution. Whether individual action, community action, or national/global action - every single one of us can be part of ensuring a live-able future for our children and grandchildren. We owe them that!#ClimateCourage #RethinkingChoices #UncommonCourage To get in touch with me, all of my contact details are here https://linktr.ee/andreatedwards My book Uncommon Courage, an invitation, is here https://mybook.to/UncommonCourage My book 18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile, is here https://mybook.to/18stepstoanallstar

As flood levels on the mid-north coast recede, businesses begin the clean up process. Plus, questions rise as to why Taree council decided against building a flood levee in the central business district.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La police de Nouvelle-Galles du Sud a indiqué que le corps d'un homme de 63 ans avait été retrouvé hier mercredi après-midi près de Taree, sur la côte nord-ouest, dans une propriété de North Moto Road, à Moto.

Sarah and Simon team up for another week to bring you the latest in the parkrun world. There are roving reports from Lyndell at Highfields, Ruth at Pont y Bala and Heather from Taree parkrun. There's mention of a rodeo, lots of launches, endemic species and let's not forget a tongue twister or few.

Jonesy's mate Paul Stanley joins us live from Taree with the impact the NSW flooding has had on his life, and the town.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

La police de Nouvelle-Galles du Sud a indiqué que le corps d'un homme de 63 ans avait été retrouvé hier mercredi après-midi près de Taree, sur la côte nord-ouest, dans une propriété de North Moto Road, à Moto.

NSW towns are inundated by floodwaters in the mid-north coast and Hunter regions with Taree, Wingham and Glenthorne of most concern. Andrew Edmunds from the State Emergency Service spoke to Corin Dann.

Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero limits Podcast I chat to Tony Sewell former NSW Police Crash Investigations Unit and Forensics Investigator.Tony served 15 years in the NSW Police Force joining at the age of 36 in 2008 and after graduating from the academy he posted to the Katoomba Police Station in the Blue Mountains. Tony spent two years as a general duties officer at Katoomba and after this time in he was first on the scene to a vehicle crash where he was enticed by the investigator onsite to move into the unit. In 2010 Tony joined the Crash Investigations Unit working out of the Central Coast and investigated hundreds of incidents then in 2015 he moved into the The Forensic Evidence & Technical Services Command as a Forensics Investigator in Taree working on crime. www.3zeroscoffee.com.auInstargram @3zeroscoffee Discount Code 3ZLimits Website - www.zerolimitspodcast.comInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/zero.limits.podcast/?hl=enHost - Matty Morris www.instagram.com/matty.m.morrisSponsorsGatorz Australia - www.gatorzaustralia.com15% Discount Code - ZERO15(former/current military & first responders 20% discount to order please email orders@gatorzaustralia.com.auGetSome Jocko Fuel - www.getsome.com.au10 % Discount Code - ZEROLIMITS

Brilliant apprentice Mollie Fitzgerald was shattered recently when a sudden bout of appendicitis interrupted her march towards a possible NSW jockey's premiership win in just her second season of race riding. The twenty two year old daughter of former successful jockey Malcolm Fitzgerald, had ridden 123 winners in just twenty one months leading up to her recent setback. Only a handful of wins separated Mollie, Aaron Bullock and Jean Van Overmeire at the time of her diagnosis.  Her amazing win rate on northern rivers tracks attracted the attention of the Neasham/Alexander stable who invited her to join the team last October. After five weeks on the sidelines Mollie returned to trackwork duties on Thursday May 1st, and is champing at the bit to resume her premiership chase. She talks about her general malaise leading up to the discovery of appendicitis.  Mollie says she hasn't given up on catching  Bullock and Van Overmeire but realises she now has a tough task. She talks of the fairy tale start to her riding career.  Mollie has only heard about her father's riding days but is well aware of his talents and constant battle with weight. She's grateful to have his guidance and wise counsel in the early stages of her career. The apprentice brings us up to date with the progress of her two siblings, sister Lacey and brother Cameron. Mollie talks of her early involvement with the Bellingen Pony Club. She looks back on a move to Camden Haven when her father was a jockey mentor for Racing NSW. Mollie remembers Malcolm's switch of direction when Racing NSW developed a rehoming property on Oxley Island near Taree. While awaiting new ownership the former racehorses had to be exercised on a nearby beach. This was where young Fitzgerald was first bitten by the thoroughbred bug. She talks about her first job in a racing stable which she juggled with her schooling. Mollie looks back on a pleasing result in the Higher School Certificate. The young jockey says she put horses aside for a full year while gaining work experience in a local real estate business. Finally an apprenticeship opportunity came up with Taree trainer Tony Ball. Mollie jumped at the chance and the rest is history. She talks about the magical day at Bowraville when her first winner came along. Before the day was over, she'd won another race. Mollie says her dad became her regular chauffeur to many northern meetings. He was the perfect sounding board on the return journey to Taree. She's adamant a couple of troublesome wisdom teeth prevented her winning fifty races in her first season. Mollie acknowledges the great support of Grafton trainer John Shelton who made her the regular rider of Cassia Lane. She won three straight on the genuine mare including the 2024 Inverell Cup. She won the feature sprint on the same day. She looks back on a special day at Inverell last year when she was one of five female jockeys to make a clean sweep of the programme. It was another all girls affair at Moree on Sept 1st last year. She was thrilled to win two races including the Moree Cup. Mollie talks about her day of days so far- four wins and a second from seven rides at an Armidale meeting. She relives the thrill of winning the Rising Stars Apprentices Series this season. Mollie talks about the offer from Anabel Neasham and the nice horses she's already ridden for the stable. Highlight was a treble at Kembla in January. One of the winners has become her stable favourite. Great to catch up with an intelligent young lady who's been the talk of racing in the last year or so. It was only a matter of time before she was approached by a Sydney stable. You won't see her in town for a while yet, but she's certain to be a favourite with provincial punters while her claim lasts.  

In the last Betoota Talks before the election, we decided to have a chat to someone who isn't asking for you to vote for them this weekend. Someone who can speak freely and honestly about the state of the nation, and what lies ahead. One of the nation's leading economists, the Taree product swung by for a wide ranging chat about economics, environmentalism and growing up in timber logging country that's still battling with its identity. A great yarn, and one worth listening to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Threat Analyst and Shift Lead for VMware Taree Reardon shares her journey to becoming leader for women in the cybersecurity field. A big gamer who has always been interested in hacking and forensics, Taree found her passion while learning about cybersecurity. She's dedicated to diversity and inclusion and found her footing on a team made up of 50% women. Taree spends her days tracking and blocking attacks and as a champion for women. Trusting yourself is top on her list of advice. We thank Taree for sharing her story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senior Threat Analyst and Shift Lead for VMware Taree Reardon shares her journey to becoming leader for women in the cybersecurity field. A big gamer who has always been interested in hacking and forensics, Taree found her passion while learning about cybersecurity. She's dedicated to diversity and inclusion and found her footing on a team made up of 50% women. Taree spends her days tracking and blocking attacks and as a champion for women. Trusting yourself is top on her list of advice. We thank Taree for sharing her story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 193 of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef at Chin Chin for a holiday special. Hailing from the small town of Taree in New South Wales, Benjamin Cooper has been Executive Chef at beloved Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin for the past 13 years. He has worked with several of Australia's most celebrated chefs, flexing his skill and knowledge in kitchens across Melbourne and the UK. Originally aiming to pursue a career in economics, Benjamin ended up completing a culinary apprenticeship on a gap year — and never looked back. The early days of his career saw him head to the UK, where he worked with head chefs at renowned restaurants including Nobu London, Bluebird in Chelsea and Smiths of Smithfield. Cooper's passion for authentic techniques and high-quality ingredients grew as he worked with Australia's best-known Thai cuisine chef, David Thompson, at Nahm within London's The Halkin — the first Michelin-starred Thai restaurant in Europe. Returning to Melbourne, Benjamin worked as Head Chef at fine-diner Ezard and esteemed Thai restaurant Longrain, both stints cementing his love of fresh and fiery flavours. In 2011, Benjamin joined restaurateur Chris Lucas to launch Chin Chin, where his now trademark big, brash flavour combinations had diners lining up down the street from day one. An icon of Melbourne's food scene, Chin Chin arguably kickstarted the city's trend of dining with energy, colour and music from its location on Flinders Lane. Benjamin's passion, understanding of ingredients and knack for experimenting with flavours and texture combinations has redefined Southeast Asian cuisine in Australia. It's helped drive Chin Chin's incredible success within the country's hospitality scene, not just with the restaurant's original Melbourne location, but also its second outpost in Sydney's Surry Hills (opened in 2017) and the addition of Club Chin Chin at GMHBA Stadium (2024). Aside from the fiery Asian food he brings to life at Chin Chin, Cooper is passionate about coffee and cheese, and shares his years of culinary experience with those keen to learn via Chin Chin's own ‘Cooking with Cooper' classes. Benjamin's recipes and kitchen experience have also contributed to Chin Chin's three cookbooks, ‘Chin Chin: The Book', ‘Chin Chin: Feed Me' and the just-released ‘Chin Chin: Still Hungry'. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 189 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef at Chin Chin. Hailing from the small town of Taree in New South Wales, Benjamin Cooper has been Executive Chef at beloved Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin for the past 13 years. He has worked with several of Australia's most celebrated chefs, flexing his skill and knowledge in kitchens across Melbourne and the UK. Originally aiming to pursue a career in economics, Benjamin ended up completing a culinary apprenticeship on a gap year — and never looked back. The early days of his career saw him head to the UK, where he worked with head chefs at renowned restaurants including Nobu London, Bluebird in Chelsea and Smiths of Smithfield. Cooper's passion for authentic techniques and high-quality ingredients grew as he worked with Australia's best-known Thai cuisine chef, David Thompson, at Nahm within London's The Halkin — the first Michelin-starred Thai restaurant in Europe. Returning to Melbourne, Benjamin worked as Head Chef at fine-diner Ezard and esteemed Thai restaurant Longrain, both stints cementing his love of fresh and fiery flavours. In 2011, Benjamin joined restaurateur Chris Lucas to launch Chin Chin, where his now trademark big, brash flavour combinations had diners lining up down the street from day one. An icon of Melbourne's food scene, Chin Chin arguably kickstarted the city's trend of dining with energy, colour and music from its location on Flinders Lane. Benjamin's passion, understanding of ingredients and knack for experimenting with flavours and texture combinations has redefined Southeast Asian cuisine in Australia. It's helped drive Chin Chin's incredible success within the country's hospitality scene, not just with the restaurant's original Melbourne location, but also its second outpost in Sydney's Surry Hills (opened in 2017) and the addition of Club Chin Chin at GMHBA Stadium (2024). Aside from the fiery Asian food he brings to life at Chin Chin, Cooper is passionate about coffee and cheese, and shares his years of culinary experience with those keen to learn via Chin Chin's own ‘Cooking with Cooper' classes. Benjamin's recipes and kitchen experience have also contributed to Chin Chin's three cookbooks, ‘Chin Chin: The Book', ‘Chin Chin: Feed Me' and the just-released ‘Chin Chin: Still Hungry'. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 189 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef at Chin Chin. Hailing from the small town of Taree in New South Wales, Benjamin Cooper has been Executive Chef at beloved Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin for the past 13 years. He has worked with several of Australia's most celebrated chefs, flexing his skill and knowledge in kitchens across Melbourne and the UK. Originally aiming to pursue a career in economics, Benjamin ended up completing a culinary apprenticeship on a gap year — and never looked back. The early days of his career saw him head to the UK, where he worked with head chefs at renowned restaurants including Nobu London, Bluebird in Chelsea and Smiths of Smithfield. Cooper's passion for authentic techniques and high-quality ingredients grew as he worked with Australia's best-known Thai cuisine chef, David Thompson, at Nahm within London's The Halkin — the first Michelin-starred Thai restaurant in Europe. Returning to Melbourne, Benjamin worked as Head Chef at fine-diner Ezard and esteemed Thai restaurant Longrain, both stints cementing his love of fresh and fiery flavours. In 2011, Benjamin joined restaurateur Chris Lucas to launch Chin Chin, where his now trademark big, brash flavour combinations had diners lining up down the street from day one. An icon of Melbourne's food scene, Chin Chin arguably kickstarted the city's trend of dining with energy, colour and music from its location on Flinders Lane. Benjamin's passion, understanding of ingredients and knack for experimenting with flavours and texture combinations has redefined Southeast Asian cuisine in Australia. It's helped drive Chin Chin's incredible success within the country's hospitality scene, not just with the restaurant's original Melbourne location, but also its second outpost in Sydney's Surry Hills (opened in 2017) and the addition of Club Chin Chin at GMHBA Stadium (2024). Aside from the fiery Asian food he brings to life at Chin Chin, Cooper is passionate about coffee and cheese, and shares his years of culinary experience with those keen to learn via Chin Chin's own ‘Cooking with Cooper' classes. Benjamin's recipes and kitchen experience have also contributed to Chin Chin's three cookbooks, ‘Chin Chin: The Book', ‘Chin Chin: Feed Me' and the just-released ‘Chin Chin: Still Hungry'. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 189 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Benjamin Cooper, Executive Chef at Chin Chin. Hailing from the small town of Taree in New South Wales, Benjamin Cooper has been Executive Chef at beloved Southeast Asian restaurant Chin Chin for the past 13 years. He has worked with several of Australia's most celebrated chefs, flexing his skill and knowledge in kitchens across Melbourne and the UK. Originally aiming to pursue a career in economics, Benjamin ended up completing a culinary apprenticeship on a gap year — and never looked back. The early days of his career saw him head to the UK, where he worked with head chefs at renowned restaurants including Nobu London, Bluebird in Chelsea and Smiths of Smithfield. Cooper's passion for authentic techniques and high-quality ingredients grew as he worked with Australia's best-known Thai cuisine chef, David Thompson, at Nahm within London's The Halkin — the first Michelin-starred Thai restaurant in Europe. Returning to Melbourne, Benjamin worked as Head Chef at fine-diner Ezard and esteemed Thai restaurant Longrain, both stints cementing his love of fresh and fiery flavours. In 2011, Benjamin joined restaurateur Chris Lucas to launch Chin Chin, where his now trademark big, brash flavour combinations had diners lining up down the street from day one. An icon of Melbourne's food scene, Chin Chin arguably kickstarted the city's trend of dining with energy, colour and music from its location on Flinders Lane. Benjamin's passion, understanding of ingredients and knack for experimenting with flavours and texture combinations has redefined Southeast Asian cuisine in Australia. It's helped drive Chin Chin's incredible success within the country's hospitality scene, not just with the restaurant's original Melbourne location, but also its second outpost in Sydney's Surry Hills (opened in 2017) and the addition of Club Chin Chin at GMHBA Stadium (2024). Aside from the fiery Asian food he brings to life at Chin Chin, Cooper is passionate about coffee and cheese, and shares his years of culinary experience with those keen to learn via Chin Chin's own ‘Cooking with Cooper' classes. Benjamin's recipes and kitchen experience have also contributed to Chin Chin's three cookbooks, ‘Chin Chin: The Book', ‘Chin Chin: Feed Me' and the just-released ‘Chin Chin: Still Hungry'. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

Many racing people were predicting a bright future for Dylan Gibbons long before he made his debut at Taree in July 2020.  Son of successful jockey Andrew Gibbons,  the lanky youngster had been taken along quietly by his master Kris Lees and was the complete package by the time he was let loose. Dylan hasn't let his supporters down. In just four seasons of race riding he's approaching 400 winners including two Gr 1's. Caught up with the talented young rider last week for a comprehensive chat about his career so far. He talks about four seasons of success he never expected. Dylan talks about the workload of the modern day jockey with special mention of the barrier trial schedule. He talks of partner Nevada and the decision to stay in his hometown of Newcastle. The young jockey talks of his hectic 2023/2024 season and the holiday he was badly in need of. He admits he was late in making a decision to become an apprentice, but says his interest in racing was obsessive.  Dylan reflects on the many days he spent at race meetings where his father had riding commitments. He says he found a way to keep occupied. He talks of his admiration for two Sydney jockeys in particular. He remains very friendly with Tommy Berry and Kerrin McEvoy. At one stage he was acting as valet for both riders. When Andrew Gibbons could see his son was deadly serious about becoming a jockey he took him to a local riding school. Dylan talks about the education he gained in the Kris Lees operation, and talks of his very first day at the races. He hasn't forgotten the magic of his first winning ride at Coffs Harbour. Dylan looks back on his first metro success and the unforgettable thrill of a Gr 1 win so early in his career. The jockey looks back on his second Gr 1 win. This time the winner was trained by his boss and staunchest supporter. Dylan acknowledges the part Semana has played in his brief career- only two wins but several Group placings. One of them was oh so close! He talks of a Brisbane Cup win for Bjorn Baker and his association with smart sprinter Buenos Noches. Dylan talks of his association with talented horses like Brudenell and Loch Eagle and a four race association with multiple Gr 1 winning mare Montefilia. He talks of brother Ryan and three year old half sister Hayley. Dylan pays tribute to his father's longevity and the great winning trot the elder Gibbons has been enjoying. He admits it's a tough road ahead competing against so many top riders on equal terms but says he's up to the task.

Taree Tonight!   More about The Debrief Original theme music by Kit Warhurst. Hear the making of The Debrief theme song. Artwork created by Stacy Gougoulis. Co-produced by Nearly Media Support podcasts you listen to via Lenny.fm   Looking for another podcast? The Junkees with Dave O'Neil & Kitty Flanagan - The sweet and salty roundabout! Junk food abounds! Confessions - laugh along with Sam Petersen and friends as he reads outrageous confessions from people you'll never meet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.