Podcasts about West Australian

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Former writer and Editor with the West Australian newspaper, and former host of the Mornings show on 6PR, Paul Murray joins Tony McManus to discuss what's been in the news this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle Laidley joins Duff to chat about Freo's win over North, managing workloads of the Dockers, Luke Jackson's Brownlow contention, intrigue in the Eagles v North matchup this weekend and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas K. Slee grew up reading his mum and dad's collection of pulp science fiction, thrillers, and detective stories in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. The first thing he can remember writing was a Dinotopia spin-off, before progressing to Warhammer 40K stories, then essays, then engineering reports. In 2020, the pandemic hit and he started a writing group with his parents, his girlfriend's dad, his brother, and his cousin as a way of keeping in touch while locked inside. Five years later, the family writing group is still going strong (they're writing a '40s noir radio play together). Thomas has had work published in Aurealis magazine and The West Australian newspaper. He is an active member of the Melbourne-based speculative fiction community Meridian Australis and has successfully self-published his debut technothriller: Project Gateway. His story “Form 14B: Application for Certification of Consciousness Transfer (Post Mortem)” started life as a thumbnail idea from a brainstorming session for Chris McKitterick's 2023 “Science into Fiction” Writing Workshop: how much paperwork would be required to get your mind transferred into a new body? April Solomon was born in 1983 and raised in Laguna Beach, California. Since she was a small child, April has had a talent for drawing and painting. She would draw anything and everything that came into her imagination. Of all things, she drew dragons the most! Thankfully, her loving and encouraging family inspired her to embrace her love for the arts. She grew up around art. Her father's art studio was filled with all the delights a child could indulge. His bookshelves held stacks of art books containing illustrations from the old masters, the golden age illustrators, and even some fantasy art from the TSRs Dungeons and Dragons. Inspiration came in many forms. Fortunately it was everywhere! and so her career as a young artist began. Today April is an illustrator and fine artist who has earned her bachelor's degree in illustration at the Laguna College of Art and Design. April's passion for learning the old masterful techniques of traditional drawing and painting are precisely what inspires her work. Among her love for the fine arts is her unique appreciation for whimsical fantasy, which adorns every image of her portfolio. April's meticulous creature designs aim for what is known as “fantastic realism.” A clever, concise understanding of anatomy, plants, and mysterious textures weave their way into her illustrations, leaving the viewer guessing at origins, influences, and ancestry. April's work allows the viewer to dive imaginatively deeper, and reconsider whether dragons might be real or whether werewolves exist to stalk the streets at night. When not illustrating, April attends garage sales to unearth buried treasures, runs and lifts weights, or braves as many haunted attractions as possible during the month of October. Find out more about April here,... AprilSolomonArt.com

Craig O'Donoghue from The West Australian joins Duff on Monday morning. They discuss the current flag favourites, Brisbane's chances in 2026, Fremantle's key talls, the size of the Dockers, Mason Cox's performance, injury updates, West Coast v Essendon clash, Bombers coaching job and Alex Condon set to make his Boomers debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

She’s the mining billionaire with big ambitions above the ground - Gina Rinehart has been revealed as the financial backer of a big new buy-up into Seven, the media group controlling TV, radio, podcast and newspaper publishing assets across Australia. This is Rinehart’s third foray into entertainment - so what’s the end game? The journo with the ear of all the billionaires, John Stensholt, is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Billionaire Gina Rinehart funding Bruce McWilliam’s Southern Cross Media share buy Southern Cross takeover deal sparks questions over tax and who’s in control Billionaire Alex Waislitz says Southern Cross must make room for Bruce McWilliam New chief ends executive bloodletting by reinstating ousted Seven boss This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this Talkin' After Hours episode Jo & Kate chat to West Australian dairy farmers, Neville and Elaine Haddon. Together with their son Garry, Neville & Elaine run a major dairy operation in Busselton, milking around 1,300 cows and supplying more than 12 million litres of milk to Harvey Fresh every year. But despite operating at that scale, the Haddons are still asking questions. How do you grow better pasture with fewer inputs? How do you improve soil health while staying productive and profitable? And how do you build resilience into a farming system facing rising costs and increasingly dry seasons? Their farm in Warner Glen in the Lower Blackwood has become the place where they explore those questions — trialling multi-species pastures, experimenting with perennial systems, protecting creeklines and encouraging biodiversity, all while looking for lessons that could potentially reshape the way they farm back in Busselton. In our conversation, Neville and Elaine reflect on their remarkable journey — from Neville partnering with his brother to buy his first farm at just 16 years old, through decades of hard work in the dairy industry, to becoming passionate advocates for healthier soils and more resilient farming systems. Tune in to hear about the pressures facing dairy farmers today, the realities of running a large-scale operation, and why curiosity and a willingness to try things differently still drives them after all these years. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Haddons' Dairy Journey 01:51 Challenges and Motivations in Dairy Farming 05:58 Current Pressures in the Dairy Industry 08:03 Operational Insights from Busselton 10:44 Exploring Regenerative Agriculture Practices 12:27 Innovative Farming Techniques and Sustainability 17:08 The Importance of Soil Health 19:08 Future of Agriculture and Sustainable Practices 23:30 Innovative Weed Control Strategies 26:49 Environmental Stewardship in Farming 28:30 Enhancing Farm Biodiversity 29:59 Soil Health and Crop Establishment 32:15 Grazing Management and Pasture Diversity 36:05 Nutritional Management for Livestock 39:46 Future Vision for Blackwood Springs 42:50 Challenges and Support in Regenerative Agriculture 45:10 Encouragement for New Farmers

Craig O'Donoghue from The West Australian chats about all the hot topics in the AFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monday Headlines: Flotilla activists claims of sexual assault while detained Trump says no rush for Iran deal despite it being ‘largely negotiated’ Second Australian killed in shark attack in as many weeks Independents in 'advanced talks' to create a new political party Animals thriving in Chernobyl Exclusion Zone Deep Dive: One of Australia’s biggest cocaine stings almost collapsed because of a behind-the-scenes turf war between Australian police and the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). At the centre of it was a $1 billion shipment linked to a Mexican cartel and a covert operation that exposed deep fractures inside the agencies meant to stop it. Behind the White Line, published in collaboration with The West Australian on LiSTNR's Secrets We Keep feed, traces the journey of cocaine from narco to nostrils, uncovering the global syndicates, corruption and violence behind Australia’s appetite for the world’s glamour drug. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with investigative journalist Richard Baker about the extraordinary operation, the infighting that threatened to derail it, and the human cost behind Australia’s cocaine obsession. Listen to Rich’s latest season of Secrets We Keep: Behind the White Line here. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thomas K. Slee grew up reading his mum and dad's collection of pulp science fiction, thrillers, and detective stories in the western suburbs of Melbourne, Australia. The first thing he can remember writing was a Dinotopia spin-off, before progressing to Warhammer 40K stories, then essays, then engineering reports. In 2020, the pandemic hit and he started a writing group with his parents, his girlfriend's dad, his brother, and his cousin as a way of keeping in touch while locked inside. Five years later, the family writing group is still going strong (they're writing a '40s noir radio play together). Thomas has had work published in Aurealis magazine and The West Australian newspaper. He is an active member of the Melbourne-based speculative fiction community Meridian Australis and has successfully self-published his debut technothriller: Project Gateway. His story “Form 14B: Application for Certification of Consciousness Transfer (Post Mortem)” started life as a thumbnail idea from a brainstorming session for Chris McKitterick's 2023 “Science into Fiction” Writing Workshop: how much paperwork would be required to get your mind transferred into a new body? April Solomon was born in 1983 and raised in Laguna Beach, California. Since she was a small child, April has had a talent for drawing and painting. She would draw anything and everything that came into her imagination. Of all things, she drew dragons the most! Thankfully, her loving and encouraging family inspired her to embrace her love for the arts. She grew up around art. Her father's art studio was filled with all the delights a child could indulge. His bookshelves held stacks of art books containing illustrations from the old masters, the golden age illustrators, and even some fantasy art from the TSRs Dungeons and Dragons. Inspiration came in many forms. Fortunately it was everywhere! and so her career as a young artist began. Today April is an illustrator and fine artist who has earned her bachelor's degree in illustration at the Laguna College of Art and Design. April's passion for learning the old masterful techniques of traditional drawing and painting are precisely what inspires her work. Among her love for the fine arts is her unique appreciation for whimsical fantasy, which adorns every image of her portfolio. April's meticulous creature designs aim for what is known as “fantastic realism.” A clever, concise understanding of anatomy, plants, and mysterious textures weave their way into her illustrations, leaving the viewer guessing at origins, influences, and ancestry. April's work allows the viewer to dive imaginatively deeper, and reconsider whether dragons might be real or whether werewolves exist to stalk the streets at night. When not illustrating, April attends garage sales to unearth buried treasures, runs and lifts weights, or braves as many haunted attractions as possible during the month of October. Find out more about April here,... AprilSolomonArt.com

Danielle Laidley joins Duff to chat about Scott Pendlebury's games record, how the Eagles take on the occasion, matchups for the game, Harley Reid's 50 games, Justin Longmuir's approach to upcoming 10-game winning streak, Fremantle in the premiership pecking order, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoghue from The West Australian joins Duff on Monday morning. They discuss Walyalup's victory over the Bombers, AFL concerns on 2026 attendances, Frederick's influence on the wing, Alex Pearce's injury recovery, the selection choice of Oscar McDonald, Harley Reid's impact, GWS season chances, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoughue from The West Australian joins Duff on Tuesday morning. They discuss the resignation of Michael Voss, Wharfie Time for Fremantle, Alex Pearce's replacement, Sean Darcy injury return timeline, Michael Fredericks role, the Perth Wildcats and shirtgate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoughue from The West Australian joins Duff on Monday to discuss the Docker's victory of the Bulldogs and the most improved Freo players and the contentious free kick in the Showdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoghue from The West Australian joins Duff on Tuesday from Cockburn and they chat on how the Dockers have pulled up from Saturday's clash and managing players with back-to-back six day breaks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Mornings with Mark Duffield hits the airwaves on Monday morning. Beginning with his Editorial and Four Thoughts, before catching up with Craig O'Donoghue from The West Australian and Claremont Tigers Coach, Ashley Prescott. Also featured is Questions and Answers and Top 5 - Take 5 Midfielders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoughue from The West Australian joins Duff on Monday to discuss the fallout from the Western Derby. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Craig O'Donoughue from The West Australian joins Duff on Easter Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Danielle Laidley joins Duff to chat about inclusivity in the AFL, her own personal and football story including injury, mental health battles and other challenges throughout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep Dive: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced he will halve the fuel and diesel excise, after a National Cabinet meeting this morning over the fuel crisis. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief at The West Australian, to bring you everything you need to know and the PM’s plans for the nation for challenging times ahead. Headlines: Dezi Freeman shot dead in rural Victoria after seven months on the run Trump claims Iran has agreed to most of 15-point peace plan One Nation wins third seat in South Australia ARN to call Jackie O as witness in case against Kyle Sandilands Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig O'Donoughue joins Mark Duffield to discuss the Dockers win and the NBL Final Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle threatens towns and cities along Western Australia's north and Mid-West.

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle threatens towns and cities along Western Australia's north and Mid-West.

As Cyclone Narelle intensifies off the West Australian coast with a chance of becoming a category five storm, key iron ore and LNG export ports are closed. Plus, the government calls for an above inflation wage rise for almost three million workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Karalee away, former editor of the West Australian and highly regarded and former Morning Presenter on 6PR Perth Paul Murray steps in to talk to Tony McManus about some of the biggest news stories of the past week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conductor who has been making a name for himself in both Australia and Europe, Sam Weller has conducted top tier orchestras including the Rotterdam Philharmonic, the Orchestra of the 18th Century and the Dutch Radio Philharmonic, as well as our own Adelaide, Tasmanian, West Australian and Queensland Symphony Orchestras. In a wide-ranging conversation that moves from bold contemporary programming to the realities of building an international career, Sam works between Sydney and Amsterdam, and continues to develop Ensemble Apex, the group he founded as a student. Their upcoming program Behind Me is the Dark reflects his fascination with contrast, texture, and the meeting point of sound and visual design – an approach that speaks to his broader aim of making concerts feel immediate, immersive, and alive for audiences today. Sam also reflects on his musical beginnings, from playing saxophone at Newtown High School of the Performing Arts to an early, eye-opening experience conducting his school orchestra at the Sydney Opera House as a teenager. He speaks candidly about the steep learning curve of conducting, the influence of mentors and collaborators, and the ever-expanding possibilities of orchestral sound. Thoughtful and honest, Sam offers insight into both the craft of conducting and the mindset required to navigate a fast-moving, global musical life.Sam Weller conducts Ensemble Apex for Behind Me is the Dark at ACO on the Pier on 1-2 April.

Craig O'Donoghue joins Mark Duffield to chat about the Tribunual and also looks at the recent wins of the Eagles and Dockers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Casey Dellacqua is one of Australia’s greatest doubles tennis players. During her career, the West Australian played eight Grand Slam finals, including in 2011 when she won the French Open mixed doubles title alongside American Scott Lipsky. She reached a career high doubles ranking of number three in the world, and made history alongside fellow Aussie Ash Barty, when they became the first Australian duo to reach the women's doubles final of the Australian Open since 1977. This week, Chloe sits down with eight-time Grand Slam finalist turned legendary tennis commentator Casey Dellacqua. Casey shares what she learnt from losing seven Grand Slam finals, and how she’s working as the Women and Girls Lead at Tennis New South Wales to increase participation and equity within the sport. We hope you enjoy this episode. *** Get the wrap delivered to your inbox as a weekly newsletter! Subscribe here for the weekly women's sports newsletter + to hear when new merch drops. https://bit.ly/tfapsubscribe Join the women's sports fan club. Shop our new TFAP merch: https://www.thefemaleathleteproject.com/shop Buy our kids book The A to Z of Who I Could Be, or book for adults GIRLS DON’T PLAY SPORT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nightlife News Breakdown with Rod Quinn, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade. 

Ben Smith from The West Australian newspaper joins Brett McKay on the AUS Rugby scene, to delve into the Western Force's start to Super Rugby Pacific and take a look at a tough road ahead. And of course, to cover off on the biggest news in Australian rugby this week, the Force and Rugby Australia signing NRL star Zac Lomax for this year and next, and with immediate effect. The obvious questions are numerous: where does he play, how soon will he play, and has he fixed all the Force's on and off-field issues yet? #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when the nation's wealthiest state gets extra funding on top of a needs‑based system? Since 2019, Western Australia has received a special billion‑dollar boost that no other state gets, and now the deal is under review. WA wants it to stay. The rest of the country is paying for it. So is the arrangement justified, or overdue for a rethink?Guests:Saul Eslake, Economic consultant and former chief economist for ANZ and Bank of America Merrill Lynch in AustraliaMatt McKenzie, Economics writer for The West Australian

Wittenoom traditional owners have launched a $1.5 billion compensation and clean-up case against the West Australian government. 

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Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Up the financial revolution that's got young Aussies Backs Presents... (Sign up now for a $20 kick in from us using the code "UTFS20" Yeeeeeeew!) Shaun 'Chunny' Manners has been through the ringer of mental and physical anguish these past few years but he's emerged from it bigger and better than ever, and doing the best surfing of his life. Now with the support of Former (Dane Reynolds, Craig Anderson and Austyn Gilette), among others, he's surfing with a renewed sense of presence that's unlocked a new level of performance. Here he explains how he did it (spoiler: he took up Smivvy's head-injury protocol) and takes us inside the underground loony bin that underpins the West Australian surf scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade. 

Our guest for this episode is Daniel Nelson. Nelson has over 20 years of international basketball coaching experience. Beginning his career in Ireland with Templeogue, DCU St Vincent's, Trinity College Dublin and Irish national youth programs, he quickly built a reputation for technical teaching and player development. Since 2011, Nelson has coached across Australia, Europe and beyond, including roles with the Perth Wildcats, where he was part of a national championship-winning team, MHP Riesen Ludwigsburg, Parma Basket Perm and the Taylor Hawks. He has also served as Video Scout for the Australian Men's National Team, coached West Australian state teams, and worked in national talent identification programs in both Ireland and Australia. His career includes head and assistant coach positions in Cyprus, Romania, the UK, Kosovo, Belgium and the Netherlands, leading teams to competitive success. Nelson is the founder of Daniel Nelson Coaching, delivering clinics, workshops and consulting for coaches and clubs internationally. Known for his tactical precision, use of advanced analytics and commitment to building strong team cultures, he blends structure with adaptability to develop players and programs. He is the current Head Coach of Anorthosis Famagusta in Cyprus, leading the team into the FIBA Europe Cup for the 2025–26 season. Holding multiple coaching licenses, he continues his record as one of Ireland's most globally experienced basketball coaches. Holding multiple coaching licenses, he continues to build on a career that has taken an Irish coach to professional leagues and national teams across the world.

As Cyclone Fina crosses the West Australian coast, South East Qld hit with violent storms and more to come.

As Cyclone Fina crosses the West Australian coast, South East Qld hit with violent storms and more to come.

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

A revered name in modern Australian tennis, Casey Dellacqua is universally admired for her on-court achievements, commentary insights and humility through success. The West Australian-turned-Sydneysider played eight Grand Slam finals through her peak, claiming the French Open mixed doubles title in 2011. A famous partnership with Ash Barty delivered finals at all four Slams, but her name first went up in lights after a defeat of Amelie Mauresmo and a fourth-round run at AO 2008. Her singles career is oft underappreciated; Dellacqua progressed to at least the third round at every major. The former world No.26 stepped into Pod Lover Arena to tell Matt and Viv about the moment that flipped her career "on its head", victories she claimed through periods of physical and emotional turmoil and her current life with the "best job in the world".Listen to the full episode here. AusOpen.comiHeartApple PodcastsSpotify Host handles:@Viv_Christie@MattyATSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The band is back together! Adam Peacock, Brad Haddin and Alyssa Healy join you for a bumper episode of Willow Talk to chat about Australia's first Ashes Test squad and the inclusion of uncapped opener Jake Weatherald, Ben Stokes's hostile welcome by the West Australian newspaper, the T20 series between the Aussies and India, Heals's World Cup wounds and Ravi Ashwin being ruled out of the BBL. Send your cricket club cap to Producer Joel at the following address: Joel Harrison 50 Goulburn St, Sydney, NSW, 2000 Follow on Apple, Spotify and the LiSTNR app Watch on YouTube Drop us a message on Instagram and TikTok! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.

Adam goes through the list of notorious shark attacks that have happened in his home town of Western Australia aka, the fatal shark attack capitol of the world. Join the Patreon for extra weekly episodes: https://www.patreon.com/thornsjungle Thorn's Jungle Merch: https://www.biothorn.com.au/merch

This week Erin tells us about the abduction and murder of 17-year-old West Australian teenager Hayley Dodd in July 1999, and the eventual conviction and life imprisonment of Francis John Wark for the crime.Sources:https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/3859852-Supreme-Court-Judgement-About-Trial-of-Francis/https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9468501/Teenager-Hayley-Dodds-killing-solved-discovery-earring.htmlhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-14/mothers-persistence-helps-solve-hayley-dodd-disapperance/100058738https://thewest.com.au/news/wa/the-real-frank-wark-from-quiet-man-to-sadistic-rapist-ng-b88723389zhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-20/police-sarch-badgingarra-property-for-hayley-dodd-remains/100082668https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-03-31/francis-wark-guilty-of-hayley-dodd-manslaughter/100036704https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeMmbqaYB08https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-04-13/wa-francis-wark-sentenced-to-jail-for-hayley-dodd-killing/100063940Support the show

Up the financial revolution that's got young Aussies Backs Presents... (Sign up now for a $20 kick in from us using the code "UTFS20" Yeeeeeeew!) Shaun 'Chunny' Manners has been through the ringer of mental and physical anguish these past few years but he's emerged from it bigger and better than ever, and doing the best surfing of his life. Now with the support of Former (Dane Reynolds, Craig Anderson and Austyn Gilette), among others, he's surfing with a renewed sense of presence that's unlocked a new level of performance. Here he explains how he did it (spoiler: he took up Smivvy's head-injury protocol) and takes us inside the underground loony bin that underpins the West Australian surf scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.