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New Net Zero Economy Authority government body

The Wire

The Federal government is gearing up to transition the energy sector away from fossil fuel-based industries through a new government...

New Emergency Visa Proposal calls for improvement of Australia’s refugee visa scheme

The Wire

As of yet, Australia has responded to those seeking humanitarian assistance with up to 25 different types of visas.While this...

Otway Basin community wins fight against seismic blasting ocean project

The Wire

Coastal communities from the Otway Basin are celebrating victory against the largest seismic blasting project in history.Last Friday, energy data...

Famed Mexican Navy ship graces Australian shores

The Wire

The iconic Mexican Navy tall ship, Cuauhtémoc is set to grace Australian shores as part of its 42nd international training...

Saddling up for Barkly Rodeo & Campdraft

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 4 October 2024

Rodeo action returns to Tennant Creek this weekend with the Barkly Rodeo and Campdraft taking over the town. Ryan Jepson, President of the Barkly Rodeo Association, joins The Big Brekky from the Tennant Creek studio to fill us in on this year's program.

South Australia’s social media ban: protective or pointless?

The Wire

The South Australia government continues to push forward with a proposed ban on social media for people under 14, prompted...

CEOs calling for end to WFH: survey

The Wire

People who have relocated to Australia’s regions could seek local employment, if the push to return to offices continues.A new...

Tarnanthi Art Fair returns online

The Wire

Tarnanthi Art Fair returns for its 9th consecutive year this month showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artworks and their...

Is Australia in recession?

The Wire

The Australian economy has been a major discussion point over the last four years following impacts of the pandemic.While the...

Desert Festival 2024

8CCC Community 3 October 2024

8CCC have supported Red Hot Arts’ Desert Festival for a number of years and were a proud partner, with our...

Local journalist joins The Centralian Today

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 3 October 2024

Alice Spring's hyper-local and independent newspaper and news source, The Centralian Today, gains a new local journalist. Charles Geary aims to unearth local stories to unite neighbours, encourage local businesses, and foster a sense of belonging through his journalism. Hear Charles' story on The Big Brekky.

October Business Month in Tennant Creek

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 2 October 2024

October Business Month has officially kicked off right across the NT, and in the Barkly Region specifically offerings for business owners start tomorrow with two events. Natrisha Barnett, Regional Manager at the Barkly Business Centre, joins The Big Brekky team from the 8CCC Tennant Creek studio to talk about what is happening in Tennant Creek this week and beyond for October Business Month.