Richard King

Richard King spoke with Councillor at Lake Macquarie City Council Jason Pauling about the inaction over a replacement for Myuna Bay Sport and Recreation Centre See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Sydney-based artist Osvaldo Budet about the controversial Jocko Graves statue in Maitland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 25 of the NRL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney artist Osvaldo Budet has hit back at Maitland City Council after it placed a warning sign in front of his artwork examining the racial legacy of the century-old “Jocko Graves” statue on Maitland’s High Street. Budet responded by erecting his own temporary warning sign beside the statue, arguing the council’s intervention was stifling public debate. The dispute has sp...

Richard King spoke with Friends of Newcastle Ocean Baths president Peter Wickham about City of Newcastle’s refined plans for the final stage of the Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade, including the latest design changes and what they could mean for the future of the iconic Newcastle landmark. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experience the magic of Melinda Schneider, the adored 6 x Golden Guitar and 11 x MO award winning artist, in The Way We Were — a spectacular new concert celebrating the music and life of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career. Starring the incomparable Melinda, The Way We Were brings Streisand’s timeless songs to life, featuring unforgettable hits from her Broadway beginnings to her...

Richard King spoke with Port Stephens Mayor Leah Anderson about a range of issues affecting the Port Stephens community, including the newly announced design for the Nelson Bay Road upgrade and the ongoing controversy surrounding a proposed beach pathway. Richard and Mayor Anderson also spoke about the escalating community concerns over a proposed $1.25 million pathway at Shoal Bay, with residents...

Richard King spoke with Newcastle & Hunter Region Vietnam Veterans committee member Allan Crumpton about why a popular Newcastle market is shutting up shop, and what the closure means for the local community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Ben Lambert, Conductor and Artistic Director of the Newcastle Chamber Choir, about the choir’s incredible achievement at the World Choir Games in Helsingborg, Sweden, where they were awarded Gold Medals in both the Sacred A Cappella and Contemporary categories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Face To Face Touring is thrilled to present celebrated trailblazer, SUZI QUATRO, the undisputed queen of rock ‘n’ roll, on the Down Under 2026 Tour. The rock icon has defined a place in music history and her status remains unmatched. SUZI QUATRO will be playing shows across the country, all with very special guests, Baby Animals. Additionally, she will headline RED HOT SUMMER TOUR supp...

Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 24 of the NRL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Hunter-based Nationals Senator Ross Cadell about his reaction to the $2.5 billion rescue package for Tomago Aluminium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Federal Minister for Industry and Innovation and Minister for Science Tim Ayres about the $2.5 billion rescue package for Tomago Aluminium, jointly funded by the Federal and NSW governments to secure the future of the Hunter's major industrial facility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Mullane Group owner Tony Rhodes about the growing shortage of skilled tradies across the Hunter, why it's becoming increasingly difficult to find reliable workers, and the challenges facing the construction industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Catherine Hill Bay Progress Association Vice President Sue Whyte about the community's reaction to the NSW Government's decision to demolish the historic Catherine Hill Bay Jetty after its 2026 Structural Assessment Report concluded the ageing structure could no longer be safely retained. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Community Housing Industry Association CEO Luke Achterstraat about new research showing more than two in three people across New South Wales support increased government investment in community housing, as demand for affordable housing continues to grow across the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with astronomer David Reneke about the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket's dramatic collision course with the Moon, where its upper stage is expected to slam into the lunar surface later this afternoon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with CEO of the NSW Minerals Council Stephen Galliee about calling on Chris Minns to shut down the taxpayer-funded Net Zero Commission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Lord Mayor Gavin Morris about the City of Newcastle's decision to commission an independent review into the cost of state and federal government cost-shifting on local ratepayers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 22 of the NRL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with RTBU NSW Branch Secretary and President Toby Warnes about the growing campaign to restore passenger rail services as the Cessnock-Maitland population boom continues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King sat down with Newcastle Herald reporter Barry Toohey to break down all the major talking points, standout performances and biggest results from Round 21of the NRL season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Sydney Morning Herald journalist and former 2HD reporter Carrie Fellner about a proposal by Australian regulators to dramatically increase the allowable residue limits of a controversial pesticide on some berries. The disc ussion also examined concerns surrounding the chemical, which is linked to so-called "forever chemicals" and carries a warning that it is suspected of da...

Richard King caught up with Tech Guide editor Stephen Fenech for a wide-ranging discussion on the latest developments in technology. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why has Newcastle’s heritage post office remained in limbo for years? Property and hotel tycoon Jerry Schwartz explains to Richard King the delays caused by council and heritage bureaucracy, while highlighting his ambitious plans for exhibitions, conference spaces, and preserving Aboriginal culture in one of the city’s most iconic buildings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...