Is Australia’s road network becoming an obstacle course? 

If you’ve felt like driving has become more complicated lately, you’re not alone. From the ongoing logistical headache of the Victoria Pass closure in the Blue Mountains to a fresh wave of road rules hitting the books this July, the landscape of our roads is shifting fast.

In this episode, we’re joined by veteran driver "Mike the Oz Trucker" to get the real story from behind the wheel. We’re cutting through the headlines to discuss the state of our highways, the impact of new regulations on professional drivers, and the heated national debate over the rise of oversized, US-style "vanity trucks" sharing our suburban streets.


The Blue Mountains Bottleneck: With the Victoria Pass closure now set to stretch into 2027, we look at the daily reality for freight and regional travel.


July 1st Rule Changes: From new gear requirements for motorcyclists to tougher e-bike crackdowns, we break down what’s actually changing for you.


The "Truckzilla" Debate: Are these massive passenger vehicles safe for our car parks and local roads, or is it time for stricter regulation?

Is Australia&rsquo;s road network becoming an obstacle course?&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;ve felt like driving has become more complicated lately, you&rsquo;re not alone. From the ongoing logistical headache of the Victoria Pass closure in the Blue Mountains to a fresh wave of road rules hitting the books this July, the landscape of our roads is shifting fast.
In this episode, we&rsquo;re joined by veteran driver "Mike the Oz Trucker" to get the real story from behind the wheel. We&rsquo;re cutting through the headlines to discuss the state of our highways, the impact of new regulations on professional drivers, and the heated national debate over the rise of oversized, US-style "vanity trucks" sharing our suburban streets.
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The Blue Mountains Bottleneck: With the Victoria Pass closure now set to stretch into 2027, we look at the daily reality for freight and regional travel.
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July 1st Rule Changes: From new gear requirements for motorcyclists to tougher e-bike crackdowns, we break down what&rsquo;s actually changing for you.
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The "Truckzilla" Debate: Are these massive passenger vehicles safe for our car parks and local roads, or is it time for stricter regulation?
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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!

Afternoons with Brent Bultitude

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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Road Warriors – Navigating the New Rules of the Road

From corruption claims in our political corridors to the struggle for a roof over our heads—it’s been a massive week. 

In this edition of The Week That Was, Brent sits down with Mark Latham to cut through the noise of a rapidly unfolding news cycle. We’re putting the spotlight on the latest allegations of corruption touching NSW political lobbyists, the Liberal Party, and the hunt for a fugitive developer.

Also in this episode:


The Housing Crunch: Why Australia’s building approvals are continuing to slump, leaving our ambitious housing targets further out of reach.


The Gender Debate: Former PM Julia Gillard’s recent comments have reignited a national firestorm regarding transgender protections under the Sex Discrimination Act.


Socceroos at 4am: With Australia’s biggest-ever World Cup knockout match against Egypt just hours away, we’re previewing the game that’s keeping the whole country up.

Don’t miss our deep dive into the stories that are shaping the national conversation.

From corruption claims in our political corridors to the struggle for a roof over our heads&mdash;it&rsquo;s been a massive week.&nbsp;
In this edition of&nbsp;The Week That Was, Brent sits down with Mark Latham to cut through the noise of a rapidly unfolding news cycle. We&rsquo;re putting the spotlight on the latest allegations of corruption touching NSW political lobbyists, the Liberal Party, and the hunt for a fugitive developer.
Also in this episode:
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The Housing Crunch: Why Australia&rsquo;s building approvals are continuing to slump, leaving our ambitious housing targets further out of reach.
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The Gender Debate: Former PM Julia Gillard&rsquo;s recent comments have reignited a national firestorm regarding transgender protections under the Sex Discrimination Act.
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Socceroos at 4am: With Australia&rsquo;s biggest-ever World Cup knockout match against Egypt just hours away, we&rsquo;re previewing the game that&rsquo;s keeping the whole country up.
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Don&rsquo;t miss our deep dive into the stories that are shaping the national conversation.

The Week That Was – Corruption, Housing Hurdles, and Socceroos Fever

Is it time for a radical rethink of how we fund retirement in Australia? 

Currently, Australia’s pension system excludes the family home from asset testing—meaning a retiree living in a multi-million dollar mansion can claim the same support as a renter with nothing. But a bold new proposal from the Policy Institute Australia is making waves, suggesting a "HECS-style" scheme could save the taxpayer $21 billion a year.

We’re joined by Policy Institute Australia CEO Amy Auster to discuss the controversial Home Truths report. We’re breaking down the "Retirement Contribution Scheme" (ReCS): a HECS-style, interest-free loan that would allow retirees to draw down on their home equity for cash flow, to be repaid only when the home is sold.

Is it time for a radical rethink of how we fund retirement in Australia?&nbsp;
Currently, Australia&rsquo;s pension system excludes the family home from asset testing&mdash;meaning a retiree living in a multi-million dollar mansion can claim the same support as a renter with nothing. But a bold new proposal from the Policy Institute Australia is making waves, suggesting a "HECS-style" scheme could save the taxpayer $21 billion a year.
We&rsquo;re joined by Policy Institute Australia CEO Amy Auster to discuss the controversial Home Truths report. We&rsquo;re breaking down the "Retirement Contribution Scheme" (ReCS): a HECS-style, interest-free loan that would allow retirees to draw down on their home equity for cash flow, to be repaid only when the home is sold.

The Great Pension Shake-up – Is a 'HECS-Style' Loan the Future?

Is Australia’s nicotine habit evolving right under our noses?

Recent data from our nation’s wastewater treatment plants has revealed a surprising trend: despite long-standing efforts to curb smoking, total nicotine levels are not falling—and in some areas, they’re on the rise. But is this a resurgence in traditional smoking, or are we witnessing a massive, hidden "vaping boom"?

We’re joined by Distinguished Professor Brian Oliver, a leading respiratory expert from the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research. We’re diving deep into the science of wastewater surveillance to understand why it’s so difficult to pinpoint where that nicotine is coming from.

From the rise of synthetic nicotine and illicit imports to the "Wild West" of the unregulated vaping market.

Whether you're curious about the science or concerned about the public health implications, this is the clear-eyed look at the "vaping mystery" you’ve been waiting for.

Is Australia&rsquo;s nicotine habit evolving right under our noses?
Recent data from our nation&rsquo;s wastewater treatment plants has revealed a surprising trend: despite long-standing efforts to curb smoking, total nicotine levels are not falling&mdash;and in some areas, they&rsquo;re on the rise. But is this a resurgence in traditional smoking, or are we witnessing a massive, hidden "vaping boom"?
We&rsquo;re joined by Distinguished Professor Brian Oliver, a leading respiratory expert from the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research. We&rsquo;re diving deep into the science of wastewater surveillance to understand why it&rsquo;s so difficult to pinpoint where that nicotine is coming from.
From the rise of synthetic nicotine and illicit imports to the "Wild West" of the unregulated vaping market.
Whether you're curious about the science or concerned about the public health implications, this is the clear-eyed look at the "vaping mystery" you&rsquo;ve been waiting for.

Road Warriors – Navigating the New Rules of the Road

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