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The Matt O'Hanlon Podcast
by Matt O'Hanlon
Join one of Townsville’s most respected and personable voices, Matt O’Hanlon, as he sits down with influential locals from all walks of life. From business leaders and creatives to community icons and change-makers, Matt brings his trademark warmth, curiosity and experience to every conversation. With a long standing career in real estate since 2007, Matt has built deep roots in the community, but this podcast goes far beyond property. It's about the people, the stories and the ideas shaping Townsville. Whether you're after inspiration, a fresh perspective or just a great local story, tune in and get to know the personalities making an impact in our city.
Episodes
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#11 Michael Brine – Touch of Salt, 20 Years of Food, Culture & Leadership in Townsville
Michael Brine, executive chef and co-owner of Touch of Salt, joins the podcast to reflect on 20 years of building one of Townsville’s most respected restaurants. From opening Touch of Salt at just 26, to earning chef’s hats, navigating COVID, mentoring young chefs, and shaping Townsville’s food...
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#10 Kellie Stephenson – Support Local Townsville, Social Media and Community
In this episode of the Matt O’Hanlon Podcast, I sit down with Kellie Stephenson, the woman behind Support Local with Kellie and one of Townsville’s strongest advocates for small business and community connection. Kellie shares her full journey, to selling everything and travelling Australia, to...
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#9 Natalie Marr - Community, Crime and Townsville’s Future
Today on the Matt O’Hanlon Podcast we sit down with Natalie Marr, the Member for Thuringowa, to explore the stories, challenges and community spirit shaping Townsville. Natalie shares her journey from growing up in Kelso to serving as a councillor, a volunteer, and now an MP. We talk about the...
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#8 Chloe Luby – From the Ring to Resilience – Nothing Hits Harder Than Life
What happens when life hits harder than any opponent? In this episode, Matt sits down with boxer, mum, and business owner Chloe Luby, who shares how stepping into the ring helped her rebuild after leaving a toxic relationship, find strength through discipline, and inspire others through her...
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#7 Eleni Millios-Hullick – From Restaurants to Research - Turning Community Into a Cure
Eleni Millios-Hullick charts her path from pioneering Townsville restaurateur and precinct-builder to CEO of The Cure Starts Now, where she mobilises community, business and researchers to take on childhood brain cancer. She opens up about purposeful leadership, transparent advocacy…
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#6 Steve McDonald – Service Over Sales, Surviving the Floods, Building Culture and Leading with Care
In Episode 6 of The Matt O’Hanlon Podcast, we sit down with Steve McDonald, a leader in Townsville’s property scene for more than 20 years. From starting in property management in 2001 to building his own specialist agency across Townsville and the Sunshine Coast, Steve has faced the highs and…
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#5 Jan Leese - How Feng Shui Shapes Your Home, Wealth & Happiness
What if the energy in your home could change your health, wealth, and happiness? In this episode, we sit down with Feng Shui Master Jan Leese, who has spent over 30 years studying and practicing classical Feng Shui and Chinese astrology around the world. From helping her own son recover from...
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#4 Janelle Poole - "If Not Me, Then Who?"
In this episode, Matt O’Hanlon sits down with Janelle Poole, Member for Mundingburra and a former frontline police officer with nearly three decades of service in Townsville. From chasing offenders in a suit to running a campaign during cancer treatment, Janelle’s story is anything but ordinary....
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#3 Terry Campese - Beyond the NRL - Resilience, Purpose & the Breaking Point Challenge
Terry Campese, notable former NRL playmaker for the Canberra Raiders and international representative for Australia, NSW, and Italy, has reinvented himself as a community leader and mentor. Through the Terry Campese Foundation, founded in 2012, he drives youth empowerment across Canberra,...
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#2 Brett Geiszler - Buying Property in 2025? Here’s What You Need to Know
In this episode, Matt O’Hanlon sits down with Brett Geiszler, Owner of Astute Financial Townsville West and one of North Queensland’s most experienced mortgage brokers. Since 1997, Brett has helped borrowers navigate the lending landscape across Townsville, Mackay and Central Queensland. Brett...
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#1 Darren Robins – Insights from a Valuer’s Perspective
In the very first episode of The Matt O’Hanlon Podcast, Matt sits down with Darren Robins, Managing Director of Herron Todd White North Queensland. With over 17 years of experience in property consultancy and valuation, Darren brings a wealth of knowledge on residential, commercial and industrial...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join one of Townsville’s most respected and personable voices, Matt O’Hanlon, as he sits down with influential locals from all walks of life. From business leaders and creatives to community icons and change-makers, Matt brings his trademark warmth, curiosity and experience to every conversation.
With a long standing career in real estate since 2007, Matt has built deep roots in the community, but this podcast goes far beyond property. It's about the people, the stories and the ideas shaping Townsville.
Whether you're after inspiration, a fresh perspective or just a great local story, tune in and get to know the personalities making an impact in our city.
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Matt O'Hanlon
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What is The Matt O'Hanlon Podcast about?
Join one of Townsville’s most respected and personable voices, Matt O’Hanlon, as he sits down with influential locals from all walks of life. From business leaders and creatives to community icons and change-makers, Matt brings his trademark warmth, curiosity and experience to every conversation....
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