The cost of living is hitting a new peak, but the real crisis is brewing behind the factory doors. This week, we dive into the "perfect storm" threatening our supermarkets. From shipping lanes in the Middle East collapsing by 90% to energy costs surging over 40% in just 30 days, our food security is at a breaking point.

We’re joined by Scott McGrath from the Australian Food and Grocery Council to discuss why manufacturers can no longer "swallow" these costs and what this means for the thousands of Aussies employed in regional manufacturing hubs. If you think it's just about the price of milk, think again—this is about the viability of the entire Australian pantry.

The cost of living is hitting a new peak, but the real crisis is brewing behind the factory doors. This week, we dive into the "perfect storm" threatening our supermarkets. From shipping lanes in the Middle East collapsing by 90% to energy costs surging over 40% in just 30 days, our food security is at a breaking point.
We&rsquo;re joined by Scott McGrath from the Australian Food and Grocery Council to discuss why manufacturers can no longer "swallow" these costs and what this means for the thousands of Aussies employed in regional manufacturing hubs. If you think it's just about the price of milk, think again&mdash;this is about the viability of the entire Australian pantry.

Join Brent Bultitude every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.

Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

Join&nbsp;Brent Bultitude&nbsp;every weekend for lively chats with industry insiders and special guests! Covering the latest trends and exciting topics, it's your go-to for fresh insights and fun conversations.
Tune in for your weekend fix of thought-provoking conversation!

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Brent’s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69.

Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what’s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

Brent&rsquo;s Business background and personality are fundamental to asking the right people the right questions with interviews, the latest news, quizzes, music and your calls on 13 12 69. Plus Brent interviews many more people that are going to tell us what&rsquo;s going from stories in the news to the things you care about.

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Empty Shelves & Escalating Costs: The Fight for Australia’s Food Security

Welcome back to our weekly pet segment. Today, we’re tackling a topic that every prospective and current pet owner needs to hear, but many often avoid: the true cost of owning a pet. We’re joined by our resident vet, Andrew Cornwell, owner of the Cardiff and Cameron Park Veterinary Hospitals, to help us break down the "pet budget." Whether you’re looking at a $50 shelter cat or a $5,000 designer dog, the purchase price is just the tip of the iceberg.

Owning a pet is a 10-to-15-year financial commitment. While cats are generally more budget-friendly, both species come with significant "hidden" costs—from breed-specific grooming to the "wildcard" of emergency surgery. With lifetime costs for some dogs reaching up to $55,000, we're looking at how to budget responsibly so our best friends get the care they deserve.

Welcome back to our weekly pet segment. Today, we&rsquo;re tackling a topic that every prospective and current pet owner needs to hear, but many often avoid: the true cost of owning a pet. We&rsquo;re joined by our resident vet,&nbsp;Andrew Cornwell, owner of the Cardiff and Cameron Park Veterinary Hospitals, to help us break down the "pet budget." Whether you&rsquo;re looking at a $50 shelter cat or a $5,000 designer dog, the purchase price is just the tip of the iceberg.
Owning a pet is a 10-to-15-year financial commitment. While cats are generally more budget-friendly, both species come with significant "hidden" costs&mdash;from breed-specific grooming to the "wildcard" of emergency surgery. With lifetime costs for some dogs reaching up to $55,000, we're looking at how to budget responsibly so our best friends get the care they deserve.

The Real Cost of Furry Friends: Beyond the Adoption Fee

Tonight at 7:30, Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down the 2026–27 Federal Budget, and it is shaping up to be a historic pivot for the Australian economy. Billed as a "reform budget," the government is looking to bridge the gap between struggling first-home buyers and established property investors.

Joining us for a final look at the likely winners and losers is Sally Tindall, Data Insights Director at Canstar. Sally, the Treasurer is using words like "structural change" and "fairness"—is this officially the end of the tax-break era for Aussie investors?

Tonight at 7:30, Treasurer Jim Chalmers will hand down the&nbsp;2026&ndash;27 Federal Budget, and it is shaping up to be a historic pivot for the Australian economy. Billed as a "reform budget," the government is looking to bridge the gap between struggling first-home buyers and established property investors.
Joining us for a final look at the likely winners and losers is Sally Tindall, Data Insights Director at Canstar. Sally, the Treasurer is using words like "structural change" and "fairness"&mdash;is this officially the end of the tax-break era for Aussie investors?

The Intergenerational Reckoning: A 2026 Budget Preview

This week, the cosmos is calling for a balance between grounded stillness and social spark. We are joined by our resident astrologer, Sue Dunwoody, to guide us through a significant shift in the stars. From a nourishing New Moon in Taurus to Mercury finding its home in Gemini, it is a week of two halves: finding your roots and then spreading your wings.

This week, the cosmos is calling for a balance between grounded stillness and social spark. We are joined by our resident astrologer,&nbsp;Sue Dunwoody, to guide us through a significant shift in the stars. From a nourishing New Moon in Taurus to Mercury finding its home in Gemini, it is a week of two halves: finding your roots and then spreading your wings.

Empty Shelves & Escalating Costs: The Fight for Australia’s Food Security

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