Rephonic
Artwork for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA

Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA

IPWEA
Asset Management
Public Works
Local Government
Infrastructure
Green Infrastructure
National Infrastructure Plan
Climate Change
Sustainable Infrastructure
Telematics
Artificial Intelligence
Wildfires
Local Government New Zealand
Infrastructure Funding
Infrastructure Finance
Parks and Leisure Australia
Disaster Response
Infrastructure Resilience
Climate Resilience
Road Safety
Driver Education

Welcome to Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA, a podcast where we discuss all things infrastructure, asset management and public works. My name is David Jenkins, CEO of IPWEA and I have the very fortunate job of talking to inspiring and passionate thought leaders from around the globe. Our podcast is a chance to reflect, hopefully learn something new and get a glimpse into the great minds of our indu... more

PublishesMonthlyEpisodes36Founded2 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
BusinessNon-Profit

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA

Latest Episodes

Fleet data is no longer just about GPS tracking — it can help councils improve service delivery, asset management, compliance, and public works operations.

In this special fleet edition of Infrastructure Matters, recorded at the 2026 IPWEA Fleet Con... more

Parks, public spaces and green infrastructure are essential infrastructure — supporting healthier communities, better asset management and more liveable cities.

In this episode of Infrastructure Matters, Anand Pillay, Chief Executive Officer of Park... more

In this episode of Infrastructure Matters, we’re joined by Peter Christensen and Midhun Joseph from Christchurch City Council to explore an award-winning green infrastructure project that combines flood protection, water quality improvement, ecologic... more

Local governments have a powerful role in shaping sustainable infrastructure.

In this episode of Infrastructure Matters, Clare Tubolets, CEO of SmartCrete CRC, explains how the built environment sector can reduce embodied carbon in concrete and why ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Anand Pillay
CEO of Parks and Leisure Australia
Parks and Leisure Australia
Episode: S4E4: Why Parks Are Essential Infrastructure with Anand Pillay, CEO of Parks and Leisure Australia
Peter Christensen
Representative from Christchurch City Council
Christchurch City Council
Episode: S4E3: Green Infrastructure in Action with Peter Christensen & Midhun Joseph
Midhun Joseph
Representative from Christchurch City Council
Christchurch City Council
Episode: S4E3: Green Infrastructure in Action with Peter Christensen & Midhun Joseph
Clare Tubolets
CEO of SmartCrete CRC
SmartCrete CRC
Episode: S4E2: Unlocking Low Carbon Infrastructure with Clare Tubolets, CEO SmartCrete CRC
Blake Gordon
GM APAC for Brightly
Brightly
Episode: S4E1: How Regional Councils Build Infrastructure Capability
Tamara Allen-Canny
Founder and Principal Consultant at Wagtail Red
Wagtail Red / IPWEA
Episode: S4E1: How Regional Councils Build Infrastructure Capability
Megan Finnie
NSW Board Director and seasoned infrastructure practitioner with a PhD in engineering
IPWEA
Episode: S3E10: Building Capability and Embracing Change in Public Works with Megan Finnie
Alison Scotland
CEO of Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council
ASBEC
Episode: S3E9: Decarbonising Infrastructure with Alison Scotland, CEO of ASBEC
Lunda Asmani
President of the Government Finance Officers Association
Government Finance Officers Association
Episode: S3E8: The Future of Public Finance and Infrastructure with Lunda Asmani & Ashay Prabhu

Host

David Jenkins
Host of Infrastructure Matters

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S4E2: Unlocking Low Carbon Infrastructure with Clare Tubolets, CEO SmartCrete CRC
Q: What role can local government play in advancing decarbonisation?
Local governments can drive market change by specifying low-carbon materials, participating in pilots, and using platforms that harmonize resources and guidelines for procurement and design.
S4E2: Unlocking Low Carbon Infrastructure with Clare Tubolets, CEO SmartCrete CRC
Q: What are the main obstacles to adopting low-carbon concrete in procurement?
Procurement rules, standards, risk sharing, and performance-based requirements create barriers; the system discourages first-time specification of new materials and tends to favor the status quo.
S4E2: Unlocking Low Carbon Infrastructure with Clare Tubolets, CEO SmartCrete CRC
Q: How does SmartCrete CRC operate within the Australian research ecosystem?
It is a seven-year cooperative research centre funded by Commonwealth and industry, coordinating university research across 11 Australian universities to deliver outcomes driven by industry needs in sustainability, concrete design, and asset management.
S4E3: Green Infrastructure in Action with Peter Christensen & Midhun Joseph
Q: What were the major innovations and challenges?
Innovations included the Tikru wetlands functioning as a connected system with automated controls for flood storage, while challenges included varying site conditions, ecology establishment, and scheduling constraints due to bird nesting and weather.
S4E3: Green Infrastructure in Action with Peter Christensen & Midhun Joseph
Q: How did cultural considerations influence the project?
The project honored the site as a traditional raupō sump and mahanga kai area by incorporating cultural knowledge and working with local Māori to ensure the heritage and ecological values were embedded in design and outcomes.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA

What is Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on infrastructure, asset management, and public works, drawing interviews with senior leaders from government, finance, standards bodies, and research coalitions. Episodes frequently explore decarbonisation, resilience, funding, governance, and the practicalities of delivering large-scale infrastructure in both regional and urban contexts. A standout pattern is the emphasis on systems thinking—bridging policy, technology, procurement, and community input—along with real-world case studies from councils, national agencies, and industry coalitions. The format tends to blend strategic insights with implementation lessons, making it valuable for professionals assessing risk, opportunity, and collaboration across sectors.

Where can I find podcast stats for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA:

1. Conversations
2. Hamish & Andy
3. The Rest Is History
4. Global News Podcast
5. The Rest Is Politics: Leading

How many episodes of Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA are there?

Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA launched 2 years ago and published 36 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA?

Recent guests on Infrastructure Matters by IPWEA include:

1. Anand Pillay
2. Peter Christensen
3. Midhun Joseph
4. Clare Tubolets
5. Blake Gordon
6. Tamara Allen-Canny
7. Megan Finnie
8. Alison Scotland

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days