PlanningXChange

In PX56, Jess and Peter interview a senior manager of the EPA, the State of Victoria's environmental protection authority. The interview was recorded in front of a live audience (a first for PX) at the VPELA State Conference in Lorne. The interview discusses the huge environmental improvements that have been achieved in the past 50 years and describes the role of the environmental protector and new rules soon coming into play. The interview also involves discussions on how city planning and environmental regulations interact.

IN PX55, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Sophie Jordan, a Melbourne based town planning consultant. Sophie has considerable experience working across the public and private fields. She brings a new perspective on the challenges and opportunities associated with contemporary city development.

In PX54, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview one of Melbourne's most inspirational urban designers. A professional with a good knowledge of the past and an over the horizon view of future opportunities. Inspired by classical thinkers such as Aristole and on the other extreme the science fiction writer Phillip K Dick, Orlando blends a respect for tradition with a view that 'the future is our friend'.

McIntyre was founded in 2016 by husband and wife team Ned Scholfield & Raquel Boedo. The pair first started to think about creating their own label after spending a year working together on Ned's family farm 'Glenoe' in Western Victoria. The design philosphy behind the label is to create timeless, sustainable, & quality Merino goods.

Based in Melbourne Australia the pair are passionate about manufacturing in Australia, and about educating customers on the benefits of wearing Merino wool.

A compelling story of farming, passion and fashion. There are unusual links between fashion and city development; this podcast interview provides clues on how dynamic forces can create better products, environments and places. For more details go to www.planningxchange.org

In PX52, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Koos de Keijzer, a leading Australian architect on city shaping and urban development trends.

In PX51, John Henshall discusses his book 'Downtown Revitalisation and Delta Blues in Clarksdale, Mississippi - Lessons for Small Cities and Towns'. A great read which provides a template on the revitalisation of urban areas that will be of interest to all planning professionals, city government officials, place makers and those interested in economic renewal. Case studies are provided from the USA and Australia. Released June 2019.

In PX50, Jess and Peter interview Olivia Christie director of Armitage Jones a Melbourne based project management firm. Olivia talks about what makes for a successful project and the desirability of adaptability in managing projects. Interview released May 2019. For more details see www.planningxchange.org

In PX49, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Kate Roffey - 'Director of Deals' at Wyndham City Council. podcast released 10 April 2019.

In PX48, Jess Noonan and Peter Jewell interview Cazz Redding of Red Ink Planning. Cazz specialises in providing strategic planning assistance to regional and rural Councils. She talks about her career progression, starting a consultancy and the issues relating to planning for smaller rural areas.

PlanningxChange interview Aaron Organ, ecologist. Aaron works across many aspects of the environment and provides advice to governments, the private sector and not for profit agencies. He talks to contemporary environmental issues, the balancing required between competing planning policies and the loss within many in society with a connection to the natural world. A thought-provoking discussion with a passionate but practical ecologist. Podcast released 26 February 2019. Technical production by Zak Willsallen of Complete Podcast Services. For more information visit www.planningxchange.org