Best The Centre For Independent Studies Podcasts (2024)

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Citizenship Conferred on 420 People during This Term of Council, Independent Planning Commission Held a Meeting in Dunedoo and Feasibility Study for the REACT Centre Is Progressing. 1:01:17

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Another Successful Dubbo Stampede Held. Met with the Hon. Steve Whan, MP, Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education. Briefing on Feasibility Study for REACT Centre for a Mayoral Minute at the Last Council Meeting. Waved off a Group of Cyclists Going to Newcastle. The 420th Citizenship Was Conferred upon a Citizen at the Last Citizenship Cere…

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The Strange, Recent But Understandable Triumph of Liberalism in Australia | Bob Catley 28:04

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Watch Here: https://youtu.be/ybXvmRJ2nO0 The Australian nation began as one of the world's first social democracies. Today its political axis has shifted to make it one of the world's leading liberal countries, enjoying unparalleled prosperity - According to today's guest Bob Catley. Are you looking for sound, thought-provoking conversations on cur…

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The Strange, Recent But Understandable Triumph of Liberalism in Australia | Bob Catley 28:04

2h ago28:04

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Listen here: https://liberalisminquestion.podbean.com/ The Australian nation began as one of the world's first social democracies. Today its political axis has shifted to make it one of the world's leading liberal countries, enjoying unparalleled prosperity - According to today's guest Bob Catley. Are you looking for sound, thought-provoking conver…

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Did Council Waive a $659K Debt Owed by Rex Airlines? Why Was the Mayor in a Cell at Old Dubbo Gaol? What Exactly Are the Limitations on Council in Caretaker Mode? 1:02:59

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Dubbo Stampede Being Run on Sunday. Why Was the Mayor in a Cell at Old Dubbo Gaol? Opening Event Held for a New Building for Int College. DRTCC Wins Impact Award for Saturday Night Social. Book Week at West Dubbo Public School. Poetry Recitals at Bracken House. Did Council Waive a $659K Debt Owed by Rex Airlines? The Water Filtration Plant Is Curre…

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Almost the Last Meeting of Council, Rex Debt Discussed at the Council Meeting, Council Applying to the State Government to Fund the REACT Centre and the Mayor Is Going behind Bars This Week. 1:28:29

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Regional Capitals Australia Travelled to Canberra for Various Meetings. Council Meeting on Thursday Night Which Was Almost the Meeting of This Council. The Debt Owed by Rex to Council Was Discussed at the Council Meeting. Development Application Approved for a 145 Lot Subdivision – the First in the North-West Precinct. Council Funds Distributed to …

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Regional Aviation on the Agenda This Week, Meeting with the Premier to Discuss Regional Issues, Dubbo Leading the State with 3D Housing Solutions and One Million Patrons Visit the DRTCC. 1:20:26

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Rex and the Future of Regional Aviation. Qantaslink CEO in Dubbo for the First of the ASX200 CEO Series Breakfasts. Bodangora Fire Station Officially Opened. Councillors Inspect New Dubbo Bridge. GP Registrar Night to Help Retain Doctors. Dubbo Leads the State with 3D Housing. One Million Patrons through the DRTCC. Regional Cities NSW Meeting Held …

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End of Term Report for 2021-2024. As This Council Term Draws to a Close, the Local Government Act Dictates That Council Must Deliver an End of Term Report. This Episode Has a Summary of This Term. 2:01:09

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End of Term Report Sections: Local Government Act Section 428 Part (2). Start at the Tumultuous Beginning. Rebuilding Community Trust. Building Relationships. Trust Allows for More Innovation. Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. Events. Infrastructure. Drought Resilience. Housing Solutions. Additional Items of Significance. The Numbers. Other…

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Jimmy Lai’s Son Speaks Out 29:37

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/UtF9I1H2bNE Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, owner of the independent newspaper Apple Daily and pro-democracy and human rights defender, has been detained and subjected to multiple Kafkaesque trials for fighting for freedom of speech and democracy in Hong Kong. His son, Sebastien Lai, and human rights lawyer Caoilfhionn Ga…

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Jimmy Lai’s Son Speaks Out 29:37

12d ago29:37

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/UtF9I1H2bNE Jimmy Lai, a British citizen, owner of the independent newspaper Apple Daily and pro-democracy and human rights defender, has been detained and subjected to multiple Kafkaesque trials for fighting for freedom of speech and democracy in Hong Kong. His son, Sebastien Lai, and human rights lawyer Caoilfhionn Ga…

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Dates for Australia Day Ceremonies in 2025, Maximum Pet Numbers per Home Discussed, Dubbo Regional Council Leads the Way in DA Times and Some Water Meters Are Not Currently Recording Water Usage. 1:06:12

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Dates Decided for Australia Day Ceremonies in 2025. Voluntary Planning Agreement Discussions Continue with the Maryvale Solar Farm. Councillors Make a Decision on the Request for an Interest Free Loan for Macquarie Home Stay. Councillors Discuss the Limit on the Number of Pets a Resident Can Keep. Council Is Aware Some Water Meters Are Not Currentl…

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Minister Penny Sharpe Visited Dubbo and Wellington for a $70 Million Announcement, More Graduates from the RFS Training Academy, Councillors on a Field Trip and yet Another Grant Received by Council. 1:33:11

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Minister Penny Sharpe Visited Dubbo and Wellington to Make a Major REZ Announcement. Operational Officer Level 2 Graduation Ceremony at the Rural Fire Service Training Academy. Councillor Workshop Discussed Rolling up Events and Community Funds into One Fund. Councillors Had an ASM and Alkane Field Trip to Toongi and Tomingley. Voting Is Now Open f…

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Why the 2023 Voice Referendum Failed | Damian Freeman 33:56

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/Xzk6zYXxvQ4 Reflecting on his pivotal role in the development of a proposal to recognise Australia’s Indigenous peoples in the Constitution, Damien Freeman explains how something that started off as an exercise in settlement politics ended in a failed referendum. Damien Freeman is a visiting scholar at the PM Glynn Inst…

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Why the 2023 Voice Referendum Failed | Damian Freeman 33:56

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/Xzk6zYXxvQ4 Reflecting on his pivotal role in the development of a proposal to recognise Australia’s Indigenous peoples in the Constitution, Damien Freeman explains how something that started off as an exercise in settlement politics ended in a failed referendum. Damien Freeman is a visiting scholar at the PM Glynn Inst…

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Australia Day Event Dates for 2025 Being Discussed, $1.26 Million from the Australian Government to Support Housing, $521,059 for Teamsters Park Tennis Courts and League Table for DA Approvals. 1:33:07

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9th Anniversary Celebration for Dubbo parkrun. Potential Dates for Australia Day Events in 2025. Business Continuity Exercise Undertaken by Senior Executive Staff. Citizenship Ceremony Held during the Week with 17 New Aussies Conferred. BOOTS Graduation Ceremony Congratulated 8 Women Who Are Now Trade Ready. Transport for NSW Meeting to Discuss the…

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Applications Now Open for Council Grants, Feedback Requested on New Toilets for Victoria Park, Changes to Waste Services for Residents and Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony. 1:35:27

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Applications Now Open for Three Separate Council Grant Programs. Councils Have to Be Innovative with Pursuing Funding Streams. Feedback Requested on the Fence Constructed around Cameron Park Playground. The Purpose of Performing Radio Interviews across the Region. Feedback Requested on the New Toilets Set for Victoria Park with $403,486 from the NS…

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American Liberalism and the Middle East | Bret Stephens 36:51

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/y9v7xJQCfow What would have happened if Israel did nothing on October 8th? Can the "war" in Gaza be called a "moral war"? Bret Stephens argues on this week's episode of Liberalism in Question that the "war" in Gaza is an "existential war" for the survival of Israel of the safety of Jewish people internationally. Bret St…

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American Liberalism and the Middle East | Bret Stephens 36:51

2M ago36:51

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/y9v7xJQCfow What would have happened if Israel did nothing on October 8th? Can the "war" in Gaza be called a "moral war"? Bret Stephens argues on this week's episode of Liberalism in Question that the "war" in Gaza is an "existential war" for the survival of Israel of the safety of Jewish people internationally. Bret St…

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Why Australia Needs Universal Early Numeracy Screening 16:57

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International data have repeatedly shown many Australian school students struggle with mathematics. Around 10% of students achieve at a level that requires additional support (NAPLAN) or are below the international benchmark Trends in International Maths and Science Study (TIMSS) — which is the equivalent of around 400,000 Australian students per y…

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Why Australia Needs Universal Early Numeracy Screening 16:57

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International data have repeatedly shown many Australian school students struggle with mathematics. Around 10% of students achieve at a level that requires additional support (NAPLAN) or are below the international benchmark Trends in International Maths and Science Study (TIMSS) — which is the equivalent of around 400,000 Australian students per y…

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Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets to Undergo Operational Changes, Councillors Debate the Existence of a Shy Squirrel Glider, $180 Million Budget Approval and Join Councillors in Donating Blood. 1:36:28

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Final Decision Made on the Future of the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. Councillors Debate the Existence of a Shy Squirrel Glider. Changes in the Sale Process for Land in Keswick Stage 5, Release 2. Progress Being Made on the Scabbing Flat Bridge at Geurie. $180 Million Budget Approved by Councillors for 2024/2025. Moorambilla Voices Perform at …

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$3.6 Million Given to Council by Squadron Energy to Upgrade Our Sewage Treatment Plant, Mayoral Developers Forum to Encourage Development in Dubbo and Join Councillors in Donating Blood. 1:33:30

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$3.6 Million from Squadron Energy to Improve Our Sewage Treatment Facilities. Squadron Energy Opened up a New Office in Wellington. Mayoral Developers Forum Hosted during the Week. Councillor Workshop during the Week Discussed the Budget and Belgravia. Another Hypothetical Posed in the Latest Mayoral Memo. Latest Dubbo Business Chamber Meeting Disc…

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Counting the Cost: Subsidies For Renewable Energy 32:26

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Counting the Cost: Subsidies For Renewable Energy By Michael Wu. For all references and graphs, please download the publication at the centre for independent studies website where you can also become a member of CIS. As this paper is graph and data-heavy, it’s a good idea to have the paper open as you listen along. Download here: https://www.cis.or…

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Counting the Cost: Subsidies For Renewable Energy 32:26

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Counting the Cost: Subsidies For Renewable Energy By Michael Wu. For all references and graphs, please download the publication at the centre for independent studies website where you can also become a member of CIS. As this paper is graph and data-heavy, it’s a good idea to have the paper open as you listen along. Download here: https://www.cis.or…

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Squirrel Gliders Discussed at Council Last Week, Keswick Estate Sales Methodology Potentially Changing, Mayoral Developers Forum Being Held This Week and New Animal Shelter Underway. 1:24:14

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Council Having Detailed Discussions on a Squirrel Glider. Potential Changes to Sales Methodology at Keswick Estate. Section 226 Part D of the Local Government Act Was Recently Utilised. Western Division Councils NSW Conference Held in Cobar. Mayoral Developers Forum Being Held This Coming Wednesday. Philippine Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony…

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The Impact of the Shadow Carbon Price 5:43

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The federal, state and territory Energy Ministers have introduced a shadow carbon price for the national electricity market. This ‘value of emissions reduction’ (VER) sets the value of carbon abatement at $66 per tonne in 2023, rising six-fold to $420 by 2050. Costs will be passed onto consumers through electricity network projects because the regu…

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The Impact of the Shadow Carbon Price 5:43

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The federal, state and territory Energy Ministers have introduced a shadow carbon price for the national electricity market. This ‘value of emissions reduction’ (VER) sets the value of carbon abatement at $66 per tonne in 2023, rising six-fold to $420 by 2050. Costs will be passed onto consumers through electricity network projects because the regu…

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Cashless Transactions Start from 1 July at DRC’s Waste Facilities, Latest News on the Saleyards Progress, Standing Committee Meetings Being Held This Week and Discussions at Roads Congress on EVs. 1:25:18

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Congratulations to Dubbo parkrun on Their 400th Event on Saturday. Barden Park Athletics Track Resurfacing Completed. Cashless Transactions Will Start from 1 July at DRC’s Waste Facilities. Roads Congress Discussed the Use of AI to Detect Road Conditions. Roads Congress Discussed the Progression of EVs onto Our Roads and the Implications. Latest Ne…

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Waste2Art Exhibition Now Open at the WPCC, 34 New Wayfinding Signs along Tracker-Riley, NRMA Looking to Install More EV Chargers in Dubbo and CSU Graduation Ceremony Held This Week. 1:09:38

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CSU Graduation Ceremony Held This Week. CSU Dubbo Regional Consultative Committee Met This Week. Changes in the Homeless Camp at Regand Park along Tracker-Riley Cycleway. Tracker-Riley Now Has 34 New Wayfinding Signs around the 13.65 Kilometre Shared Pathway. REACT Centre Consultants Met with Stakeholders This Week. Barden Park Athletics Track Has …

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Public Art Strategy Now Has Access to $950K. Councillors Will Be Paid $27,050 from 1 July This Year. Large Crowd Gathered at the Council Meeting This Week. Duke of Wellington Now Open for Pedestrians. 1:33:03

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New Resident Welcome Night. National Simultaneous Storytime. Clontarf Foundation 2024 Central West NSW Employment Forum. CSU Foundation Scholarship Presentation. Large Crowd Gathered for the Council Meeting during the Week. Final Decision Made on the Funding for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre. Councillor Fees Are Going up by 3.75 per Cent to…

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The Art of Opposition 1:10:01

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Oppositions hold governments to account, raise issues of public concern, represent aggrieved citizens, propose alternative policies. Having a viable and energetic opposition is an essential for the health of any democracy. The Art of Opposition is the first detailed published research study of Australian oppositions across all federal and state jur…

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Announcement of the Largest Ever Federal Grant for Dubbo, Announcement of the Dubbo ASX200 CEO Series, Social Housing Solutions with 3D Printed Housing and New Resident Night on 22 May. 1:07:33

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This Week Sees the Return of Regular Host, Mark Barnes. Poor Reporting in Relation to an Incident at the Dubbo Show. The Dubbo ASX200 CEO Series Has Been Launched. An AUKUS Forum Was Held in Dubbo for Business Opportunities. Chinese Trade Delegation Visits Dubbo. Social Housing Solutions Coming to Dubbo in the Form of 3D Printed Housing. Mark Coult…

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Is the market more efficient than the government? | Robert Carling 32:51

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Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/lYls1XLQG7s #auspol #freemarket #economics Robert Carling is a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Independent Studies. Robert is researching and writing about fiscal policy, taxation and federalism. Prior to joining the CIS, Robert was Executive Director, Economic and Fiscal at the New South Wales Treasury from…

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Is the market more efficient than the government? | Robert Carling 32:51

4M ago32:51

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Watch the podcast here: https://youtu.be/lYls1XLQG7s #auspol #freemarket #economics Robert Carling is a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Independent Studies. Robert is researching and writing about fiscal policy, taxation and federalism. Prior to joining the CIS, Robert was Executive Director, Economic and Fiscal at the New South Wales Treasury from…

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The six fundamental flaws underpinning the energy transition 7:52

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The Australian Government wants to transition our electricity system to net zero carbon emissions by relying on wind and solar power – excluding alternatives such as small nuclear reactors. Its justification for this switch rests on the claim that a renewables-dominated system is environmentally beneficial and economically superior to using fossil …

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The six fundamental flaws underpinning the energy transition 7:52

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The Australian Government wants to transition our electricity system to net zero carbon emissions by relying on wind and solar power – excluding alternatives such as small nuclear reactors. Its justification for this switch rests on the claim that a renewables-dominated system is environmentally beneficial and economically superior to using fossil …

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Has the DREAM Turned to a Nightmare? Why Are There Goats around the Wellington Caves? Has Council Entered into a PPP? Does the Saleyards Have $23M in the Bank? Why Is the Tracker-Riley Cycleway Dark? 59:29

4M ago59:29

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Last Week for Richard Mutton to Fill in for Mark Barnes. Has Council Voted to Continue with the DREAM Festival? What Agreement Was Reached with the Dubbo Firming Power Station? What Is the Result of the Federal Government Grant Application for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre? Why Are There Goats around the Wellington Caves? When Will the Ligh…

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Being a Rational Optimist in a Woke World | Matthew Ridley 35:49

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Watch here: https://youtu.be/pNLmQbvdnJc Matthew Ridley is a British science writer, journalist and businessman. He is known for his writings on science, the environment, and economics, and has been a regular contributor to The Times newspaper. Ridley was chairman of the UK bank Northern Rock from 2004 to 2007. Ridley is a libertarian, and a staunc…

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Being a Rational Optimist in a Woke World | Matthew Ridley 35:49

4M ago35:49

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Watch Here: https://youtu.be/pNLmQbvdnJc Matthew Ridley is a British science writer, journalist and businessman. He is known for his writings on science, the environment, and economics, and has been a regular contributor to The Times newspaper. Ridley was chairman of the UK bank Northern Rock from 2004 to 2007. Ridley is a libertarian, and a staunc…

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Update on Obley Road Upgrades by ASM. Draft 2024/2025 Budget Now on Public Display. RSL Club Accusations about Alleged Contamination. BOCSAR Rep in Dubbo to Speak with Council. 1:21:27

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Richard Mutton Filling in as Guest Host While Regular Host Mark Barnes Is Away. Met up with Wataru Koketsu, Former Minokamo Exchange Student Who Visited Dubbo in 1991. News from the Latest Meeting of the Renewables Regional Leaders Network Meeting. Met with ASM for an Update on the Road Upgrades along Obley Road. Opened the French Corner Apartments…

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Draft 2024/2025 Budget on Public Display. Bulky Waste Services Undergoing a 12-Month Trial. DREAM EOI Reopened. Solar Canopy Proposed at the Airport Carpark. Pre-Election Guide Released for Councils. 56:51

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Richard Mutton Filling in as Guest Host While Regular Host Mark Barnes Is Away. Anzac Day Events Held across the LGA during the Week. Meeting Held with the Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads. Council’s Engagement Platform Fosters Community Connections. Upcoming Night for New Residents. Update on the Mechanics at Dubb…

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What Was Discussed with the Hon David Littleproud MP and the Hon. Tara Moriarty, MLC This Week? When Is the Next Evening for New Residents? Who Is Speaking at the WPCC on Anzac Day This Year? 59:10

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Richard Mutton Filling in as Guest Host While Regular Host Mark Barnes Is Overseas. This Week I Had a Meeting with the Hon David Littleproud MP, Leader of the Nationals This Week. This Week I Met with the Hon. Tara Moriarty, MLC, Minister for Agriculture, Minister for Regional New South Wales, and Minister for Western New South Wales. Met with a Gr…

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What Is Happening with Land Deals between the RSL Club and Council? What Funding Has the REACT Centre Received? What Is Council Discussing with Cabonne Shire Council? 59:16

5M ago59:16

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New Guest Host While Regular Host Mark Barnes Is Overseas. Update on Funding Application for the Flood Damaged Culvert Crossing Mitchell Creek on Saxa Road. Shared Pathway Official Opening. Elston Water Park Is an Asset at the End of Its Life. RSL Club Negotiations with Land in Keswick and Land in Wingewarra Street. Update on the Macquarie Conserva…

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How to Build Low-Cost Nuclear: Lessons from the world 42:37

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How to Build Low-Cost Nuclear: Lessons from the world by Aidan Morrision. First published on April 11, 2024. For all references and graphs, please download the publication at the centre for independent studies website where you can also become a member of CIS. As this paper is graph and data-heavy, it’s a good idea to have the paper open as you lis…

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How to Build Low-Cost Nuclear: Lessons from the world 42:37

5M ago42:37

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How to Build Low-Cost Nuclear: Lessons from the world by Aidan Morrision. First published on April 11, 2024. For all references and graphs, please download the publication at the centre for independent studies website where you can also become a member of CIS. As this paper is graph and data-heavy, it’s a good idea to have the paper open as you lis…

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Making Maths Teaching Count 1:14:58

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In this episode, we delve into the concerning decline of proficiency in mathematics among Australian students over the past two decades. Join host Glenn Fahey, along with special guests Sarah Powell and Toni Hatten-Roberts, as they unravel the complexities behind this trend. Sarah Powell is Associate Professor in the Department of Special Education…

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The Science of Learning 13:57

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The science of learning represents an opportunity to design instruction in a way that is likely to lead to most students’ success with learning. The evidence suggests explicit instruction of a well-sequenced knowledge-focused curriculum will lead to that success. But, what is the science of learning? Let's dive in with Trisha Jha to find out. All o…

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The Science of Learning 13:57

5M ago13:57

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The science of learning represents an opportunity to design instruction in a way that is likely to lead to most students’ success with learning. The evidence suggests explicit instruction of a well-sequenced knowledge-focused curriculum will lead to that success. But, what is the science of learning? Let's dive in with Trisha Jha to find out. All o…

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$2.8 Million Successful Grant Application for Comobella Crossing, Skin Rash Allegations with Dubbo Water, Update on PCYC Sports Hub and Mayor in Japan Leading an Official Dubbo Delegation. 52:31

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Mayor Podcast Brought to You Solo This Week as Mark Barnes Is Away and the Mayor Is in Japan. Easter Monday Media Release. Successful Federal Grant Application for Comobella Crossing. Air Force Flying Training around Dubbo during April. Allegations of Skin Rash from Dubbo Water. Temporary Water Restrictions in Wellington. EOI for Dubbo Regional Liv…

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Australia's 100+ Taxes 14:14

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Leading economists Robert Carling and Warren Hogan discuss our true tax burden, which is higher than most people believe. They outline how it has grown, why the federal and state governments are not interested in relieving the burden on Australians — and what needs to be done to prevent us sliding into a very grim future. #auspol All our links: htt…

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Australia's 100+ Taxes 14:14

5M ago14:14

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Leading economists Robert Carling and Warren Hogan discuss our true tax burden, which is higher than most people believe. They outline how it has grown, why the federal and state governments are not interested in relieving the burden on Australians — and what needs to be done to prevent us sliding into a very grim future. #auspol All our links: htt…

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