Australia Overnight with Clinton Maynard 2GB

NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey joins Clinton to discuss the Minns government's plan to pay Origin Energy up to $450 million to prolong Eraring, Australia’s biggest coal-fired power station.

Mookhey insists it's not corporate welfare, detailing a deal where the government won't pay upfront but will share risk with Origin.

Taxpayers would take a 20% profit share (capped at $40 million) and cover 80% of losses (capped at $225 million annually).

Origin decides on the risk-sharing deal by March 31, 2025, and 2026, for the following fiscal year.
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Clinton Maynard’s weekly chat with U.K. correspondent Enda Brady about what's making news in the United Kingdom.
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As Australians face mounting financial pressures, recent research has revealed concerning trends in pet healthcare. Over 50% of pet owners are adjusting their approach to their pet’s well-being due to economic constraints, which raises serious concerns about the health and welfare of our beloved companions.

Clinton is joined by Nadia Crighton, spokesperson for Pet Insurance Australia, who emphasises, “The results of the latest survey* underscore the profound impact of financial strain on pet healthcare decisions nationwide.”

The study found that 21.5% of pet guardians are scaling back on regular check-ups and preventive care appointments. Additionally, nearly 13% are forgoing essential treatments for fleas, ticks, and worms. This trend is particularly worrisome given the extended tick season observed recently, which refers to a longer period of the year when ticks are active and can cause health issues in pets. 
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Listen to the full show podcast for Friday, 24th of May.
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Aussie historian, author & entertainer Jim Haynes joins Overnight each week for his unique knowledge of Aussie Wit, Words and Wisdom from Australia’s history.

This week Jim shines the spotlight on the Australian poetry of (President) Herbert Hoover...
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Clinton Maynard is joined by Sarah Boorer, Communications professional & CWA award-winning cook, to look at the world of baked goods, delicious treats and & easy recipes.

This week Sarah whips up Kylie Kwong's everyday fried rice recipe...

Ingredients4 free-range eggs⅓ cup vegetable oil1 small red onion, finely diced1 tsp diced ginger1 tsp diced garlic2 tbsp finely sliced coriander roots and stems2 rindless bacon rashers, finely diced2 tbsp shao hsing wine, or dry sherry4 cups steamed rice⅔ cup finely sliced spring onions1-2 tbsp light soy sauce¼ tsp sesame oil coriander leaf to garnish (optional)Serve with Kylie Kwong's prawn wontons (optional)

Method1. Break eggs into a bowl and beat lightly. Heat half the oil in a hot wok until surfaceseems to shimmer slightly. Pour beaten eggs into the wok and leave to cook on thebase of the wok for 10 seconds before folding egg mixture over onto itself with aspatula and lightly scrambling for about one minute or until almost cooked through.Carefully remove omelette from wok with a spatula and drain on paper towel. Setaside.2. Heat remaining oil in the hot wok and stir fry onion, ginger, garlic, coriander roots,stems and bacon for one minute. Pour in wine or sherry and stir fry for one minute.3. Add rice to the wok with spring onions, soy sauce, sesame oil and reservedomelette and stir fry for two minutes or until well combined and rice is heatedthrough. Use a spatula to break up the omelette into smaller pieces while cooking.Transfer rice to a bowl and serve garnished with coriander.

Serve as a meal for four or as part of a shared meal for four to six. Try serving it withKylie Kwong's prawn wontons (optional)
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