In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo begin the 2026 season with the second break-up of the federal Coalition parties, following a split over hate speech laws in the wake of the Bondi shootings. Major divisions are also highlighted over gun ownership after three Nationals senators quit the shadow cabinet, triggering further instability.

Meanwhile, in Perth, a funeral was held today for much-loved and talented Labor powerbroker and mineral resources executive Tim Picton, following an alleged punching incident. The Prime Minister and state leaders attended the funeral. We have an extract from his wife’s speech.

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In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo break down the first week of Australia’s under-16 social media ban, as young users already find ways around it. The WA Government outlines its top four priorities for 2026, with Police Minister Reece Whitby vowing to cut the road toll. WA Nationals Leader Shane Love responds, sharpening his focus on regional crime and road safety. Plus, new WAMN News polling shows more than 60 per cent of West Australians say they’re struggling this year.

NOTE: this is the last show for 2025, the East Plus West Podcast will return on the 23rd, January, 2026. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all.

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In this week’s exclusive subscribers’ podcast, Ivan and Leo discuss the final week of Federal and State Parliaments, marking an incredibly busy, action-packed day full of press conferences, inquiry reports and protests. Meanwhile, they further report on the “black washing” allegations, with community leaders calling for changes to First Nations company ownership structures to reduce potential rorting in government procurement contracts. And the Burswood Perth Park racetrack protest turns into a fizzer, with low attendance from residents and the opposition being mocked by the Deputy Premier.

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