Richard King

Richard King spoke with Hunter IVF Clinical Director and Co-Founder Andrew Hedges about Calvary Health Care’s decision to cease IVF services, elective abortions, voluntary assisted dying and gender reassignment surgeries at Newcastle and Hunter Valley Private Hospitals, and what the changes could mean for patients across the Hunter region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King caught up with Scotty’s Cinemas proprietor Scott Seddon to hear what’s new on the big screen, with the latest movies now showing at Heddon Greta and Raymond Terrace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with former Australian Ambassador to the United States Arthur Sinodinos about the results of the US midterm elections, the political implications for President Donald Trump and what the outcome could mean for the future of American politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Glenn Dormand, creator and director of Stories of Our Town , also known as Chit Chat von Loopin Stab, about his ambitious new documentary project, How Coal Shaped Newcastle . Developed alongside co-filmmaker Tony Whitaker as part of the Stories of Our Town series, the three-part documentary explores the Hunter region’s deep, complex and often polarising relationship w...

Richard King spoke with NSW State Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr about the proposed data centre in Kurri Kurri, including the potential impact on the local community, as well as his views on the NSW Government’s gun buyback scheme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Opposition Leader Angus Taylor following the Reserve Bank of Australia's decision to increase interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, taking the official cash rate to 4.85 per cent – its highest level in 18 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Sonia Hornery MP, State Member for Wallsend, following her announcement that she will not seek re-election at the 2027 NSW State Election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Deputy Lord Mayor Declan Clausen about growing community concerns surrounding Calvary Health Care’s proposed takeover of Newcastle Private Hospital and Hunter Valley Private Hospital, and what the potential changes could mean for patients, staff and the wider Hunter community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Residents Against Datacentres In Kurri Kurri And Loxford spokesperson Graham Davies about the proposed Kurri Kurri Data Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Tim Olsen, Dealer Principal and third-generation family owner of Dungog's iconic Davey & Olsen, about the difficult decision to close the family business after an incredible 107 years of trading. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Greens Councillor Charlotte McCabe about the flood survey and its role in understanding community concerns and the impact of flooding across the Newcastle area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Federal Industry Minister Tim Ayres about the Australian Government’s proposed Domestic Gas Reservation Bill 2026, which aims to establish Australia’s first national Domestic Gas Reservation Scheme to help secure more affordable gas for Australian households and businesses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Citizens Against Hexham-Woodberry Floods spokesperson Lachlan Cadell about growing community frustration over flood concerns and Newcastle City Council’s decision to give homeowners more time to respond to proposed flood-related measures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Residents Against Datacentres In Kurri Kurri And Loxford spokesperson Graham Davies about the proposed Kurri Kurri Data Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Liberal Councillor Callum Pull about the growing concerns surrounding councillors being targeted by individuals, the challenges this creates for elected representatives, and the impact such behaviour can have on their ability to serve the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King caught up with Nova Cruises General Manager Peter Hanrahan to chat about a wonderful way to experience the beauty and history of the Hunter region — a scenic cruise from Newcastle to the historic riverside village of Morpeth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King caught up with Scotty’s Cinemas proprietor Scott Seddon to hear what’s new on the big screen, with the latest movies now showing at Heddon Greta and Raymond Terrace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A father. A son. A legacy brought to life I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story is a powerful, uplifting theatrical experience that brings a golden era back to the stage – while revealing the deeply personal story behind it. Starring PJ Lane, this extraordinary production celebrates one of Australia’s most loved entertainers, Don Lane – not just the icon audiences remember, but t...

Richard King caught up with renowned Australian amateur astronomer David Reneke to explore the latest happenings in our night sky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Independent Member for Lake Macquarie, Greg Piper, about the exciting opportunity to bring train manufacturing back to Teralba and what this could mean for the future of the Hunter region. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Lord Mayor Gavin Morris about The mayors of the Hunter's two biggest councils have welcomed a state government backflip that would have drained their coffers by $200 million over the next decade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with NSW Premier Chris Minns about plans to build the state’s next-generation passenger trains at a former coal mine site in Teralba, which has been selected as the preferred location for a new state-owned manufacturing plant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King caught up with Scotty’s Cinemas proprietor Scott Seddon to hear what’s new on the big screen, with the latest movies now showing at Heddon Greta and Raymond Terrace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King spoke with Newcastle restaurateur Neil Slater about his latest waterfront venture, Little Fish. The new restaurant is located at the western end of 200 Wharf Road, in the space formerly occupied by Battlesticks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard King caught up with Scotty’s Cinemas proprietor Scott Seddon to hear what’s new on the big screen, with the latest movies now showing at Heddon Greta and Raymond Terrace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.