Going bush - road trips, endings, and new beginnings (Ep 21)

We talk about living wakes and their significance, then take a deep dive into the Bush Summit in Dubbo, where farmers air their grievances and political figures respond. We get into the dynamics between the Nationals and One Nation, and what they mean for regional politics. We cover the challenges facing the agricultural industry, how geopolitical issues ripple through the food supply, including biosecurity, fertilizer and the impact of climate change on farming.We then celebrate Peter's stepping back from Essential media after 30 years and reflect on how politics and activism have shifted over the past three decades. Building alliances, the power of lobbying, what long-term politicians actually change, the value of failure, and the stability of government and the role of public service.Chapters00:00 The Significance of Living Wakes03:25 The Bush Summit: Farmer Grievances17:27 Political Dynamics: Nationals vs. One Nation25:12 Agricultural Challenges and Food Supply27:18 Biosecurity and Fertilizer Industry30:30 Climate Change and Farming43:47 Changing Landscape of Politics and Activism52:02 Building Alliances and Social License52:59 The Power of Lobbying54:30 Impact of Long-Term Politicians01:07:31 Value of Failure and Stability of Government