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For our final episode of 2025, we’re joined by political strategist and former Tasmanian premier’s chief of staff Phil Reed to unpack the Macquarie Point stadium debate. From governing a small island state to the AFL’s influence and the economic impact of major sporting infrastructure, this episode explores how Tasmania’s controversial stadium decision came to be and what it means for the state.
By Max Shifman and David BasheerFor our final episode of 2025, we’re joined by political strategist and former Tasmanian premier’s chief of staff Phil Reed to unpack the Macquarie Point stadium debate. From governing a small island state to the AFL’s influence and the economic impact of major sporting infrastructure, this episode explores how Tasmania’s controversial stadium decision came to be and what it means for the state.