This week, Liz Ritchie, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute, joins Exchanges to make the case for why regional Australia is central to the nation’s future.

We explore the urgent need for strategic planning across housing, jobs, and infrastructure as Australia’s population grows, and unpack the pressures building in regional housing and rental markets. Liz explains why connectivity, livability, and productivity are critical to attracting and retaining people outside the major cities.

The conversation also tackles the need for regulatory reform, greater local decision-making power, and how regional communities must be at the centre of renewable energy development.

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Chapters

00:00 The Future of Regional Australia

03:15 Housing Challenges in the Regions

09:01 Rental Market Dynamics

11:22 Infrastructure Needs for Growth

14:55 Livability and Connectivity

19:35 Retention of Residents in Regional Areas

22:53 Regulatory Changes for Productivity

26:10 Embracing Renewable Energy in Regions

31:47 A Vision for National Policy

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This week, Madeline Miller Gen Z Leadership Architect joins Exchanges to unpack how Gen Z is reshaping the meaning of work and identity. Madeline explains why this generation is increasingly skeptical of traditional career paths and promotions, and how they’re redefining success on their own terms.

We explore Gen Z’s desire for work-life balance, their push for authenticity in the workplace, and their willingness to change jobs to find alignment with their values. Madeline also highlights how the failures of previous work models have shaped this generation’s expectations, from their demand for better culture to their insistence on flexibility and meaningful work.

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This week on Exchanges ASIC Commissioner Simone Constant joined us to unpack why Australia’s financial markets are at a crossroads, and why innovation has never been more important.

We dive into the challenges facing public markets, the rapid growth of private markets and private credit, and what this shift means for businesses, investors, and the broader economy. Simone highlights the need for stronger market integrity, access, and participation, while also addressing emerging systemic risks and the importance of smart regulatory oversight.

At the heart of the conversation is a clear message: building a healthy, inclusive financial ecosystem will require real collaboration across the industry.

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ASIC: https://ministers.treasury.gov.au/ministers/jim-chalmers-2022/media-releases/australian-securities-and-investment-commission

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Chapters

00:00 Innovation vs. Stagnation in Australian Markets

02:58 Public Market Challenges and Opportunities

06:07 The Rise of Private Markets

08:55 Concerns in Private Credit

11:56 Market Dynamics and Systemic Risks

15:10 Access and Participation in Financial Markets

17:48 The Future of Private and Public Markets

21:01 Regulatory Insights and Industry Practices

23:56 Final Thoughts and Vision for the Future

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