The West Live Podcast

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals NT child protection staff have been SACKED after six reports on Kumanjayi Little Baby didn’t save the 5yo. Plus, ISIS brides face arrest & Albo’s $10b fuel plan.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea crosses to the courtroom where kids author Craig Silvey pleaded GUILTY to child exploitation today. Plus, RBA rates hike explained & Bondi RC told “they came to kill us”.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea unpacks a harrowing Day 1 of the Bondi Royal Commission. Plus, why Aussie submariners were sent to their bunks before Iran warship strike & NAB’s recession fear grows.

As the first astronaut to train under the Australian flag, Katherine Bennell-Pegg has become a national trailblazer. Chosen from a field of more than 22,000 applicants, she completed her intensive basic training in 2024 as part of an elite class of six. In this special bonus episode of News Worthy, Ben O’Shea speaks with Katherine about her journey from space engineer to qualified astronaut, diving into the European Space Agency’s rigorous selection process and what it really takes to make the grade. Katherine discusses common misconceptions about life in orbit and explains why missions like Artemis are vital for driving innovation and inspiring future generations back on Earth. Plus, she reveals her thoughts on the rise of space tourism and Katy Perry’s infamous Blue Origin flight. Katherine Bennell-Pegg is coming to Perth for a special breakfast held by The Nightly at Crown Perth on Wednesday May 27. Head to sevenwestevents.com.au for further details. 

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals the accused killer of missing 5yo was brutally BASHED in Alice Springs. Plus, ANZ makes a HUGE profit after sacking 3500.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea has the latest update on a manhunt for a 47yo NT man in connection to the disappearance of 5yo Sharon. Plus, Rebel Wilson GRILLED on the stand & 30 years since Port Arthur.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals why National Cabinet did NOTHING on the fuel crisis. Plus, Iran releases a bizarre vid depicting a ship seizure & Rebel Wilson’s legal team GRILLS Charlotte MacInnes.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals why tens of thousands of Aussies will be BOOTED from NDIS in changes to the scheme. Plus, the Govt secures four new shiploads of diesel & the bombshell Rebel Wilson trial.

In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals Australia will spend MILLIONS to develop high-powered lasers to counter drone threat. Plus, 50yo e-bike rider killed by public bus & Penny Wong’s busy night on the phone.

In today’s episode, Fuel output CUT after Geelong refinery blaze, Australia kids viral “assassin” trend has police worried & disgraced AFL legend Barry Cable gets verdict on historic child sex offences.

In today’s episode, why the Viva Energy refinery blaze couldn’t have come at a worse time with fears of possible panic buying, we take you to Geelong where Channel Seven’s Jacqueline Stanley explains how crews used high tech equipment to fight the fire remotely.  Plus, with Anthony Albanese’s fuel mission now in Malaysia, National Political Editor Andrew Greene unpacks the PM’s objectives and why Anthony Albanese MUST lock in results to justify his jet setting missions.

In today’s episode, we join the Prime Minister’s tour of Brunei, as Anthony Albanese visits a fertiliser plant to secure future supply critical to Australia’s food production, Political Editor Andrew Greene explains why the PM’s audience with one of the world’s richest men is high stakes.  Plus, with Jim Chalmers flying to Washington for IMF meetings, business reporter Matt McKenzie outlines why warnings of a global recession will be a major test in the Treasurer’s upcoming budget.