This week, we unpack the big issues hitting Aussies right now: mortgages, petrol, and politics.


Interest Rates: The Reserve Bank keeps rates high. Mortgages stay painful. How much more can people handle?


Productivity Problem: Treasurer Jim Chalmers admits Australia isn’t working efficiently. What’s the plan to get wages and the economy moving?


Middle East Conflict: Oil and gas sites under attack are driving up prices at the bowser. How will this hit your wallet?


Petrol Worries: Some regional servos are running dry, and the NSW Government is eyeing emergency powers. Are we close to rationing?


SA Election: Voters head to the polls as cost-of-living pressures bite. Will it be an anger vote or something more?

Tune in for analysis, insight, and a frank look at what’s shaping life for Australians in 2026.

Listen now and join the conversation – how are you coping with rising costs and global shocks?

This week, we unpack the big issues hitting Aussies right now: mortgages, petrol, and politics.
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Productivity Problem: Treasurer Jim Chalmers admits Australia isn&rsquo;t working efficiently. What&rsquo;s the plan to get wages and the economy moving?
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Middle East Conflict: Oil and gas sites under attack are driving up prices at the bowser. How will this hit your wallet?
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Petrol Worries: Some regional servos are running dry, and the NSW Government is eyeing emergency powers. Are we close to rationing?
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SA Election: Voters head to the polls as cost-of-living pressures bite. Will it be an anger vote or something more?
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Tune in for analysis, insight, and a frank look at what&rsquo;s shaping life for Australians in 2026.
Listen now and join the conversation &ndash; how are you coping with rising costs and global shocks?

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&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.