Podcast Ep #2: Westfield Bondi Junction Inquest

In this episode of the Risk-e Business Podcast, host Emma is joined by "the two Daves" to dissect the critical lessons from the Bondi Junction Westfield coronial inquest.

The team explores the evolving landscape of risk in 2026, where mental health issues have become a central factor in frontline response. Emma reflects on her 26-year career to highlight how systemic gaps and "normalised" red flags can lead to devastating consequences, emphasising that in today’s environment, leaders can no longer afford the "it won’t happen here" mentality.

The conversation shifts to the practical side of crisis leadership, arguing that governance and command structures must be "baked in" long before an emergency hits. The experts break down why compliance checklists aren't enough, advocating instead for scenario-based training and "muscle memory" to bridge the gap in those first critical minutes of an attack.

This episode serves as a briefing for anyone in risk, security, or corporate leadership looking to move from reactive fixes to proactive resilience.