Girl power: how Endeavour Energy is rewriting the rules of the trades

CLIENT: Endeavour Energy

OUTLET: 9News Sydney

For five consecutive years, women have made up half of all new apprentice recruits at Endeavour Energy, one of NSW's largest electricity network operators, responsible for delivering power to more than 2.8 million people across Greater Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Illawarra, South Coast and Central West NSW. Nine News reporter Alison Piotrowski spotlighted this milestone in a segment titled "Girl Power", speaking with apprentices who are already doing hands-on work on some of the state's most significant infrastructure projects, including the Badgerys Creek substation that will power the new Western Sydney Airport and the emerging Bradfield City development.

With 30 apprentice positions available for the 2027 intake, Endeavour Energy is not just talking about inclusion, it is embedding it into the everyday fabric of its workforce. Apprentice Zali Moore, whose father has spent nearly 30 years in the energy sector, summed it up simply: "It's not a man's job or a woman's job, but it's everybody's job and it's an opportunity for everybody to make an impact." DL Comms is proud to have played a role in bringing this story to a national television audience.

Your food packaging may be the hidden microplastics risk your family doesn't know about

CLIENT: Mandy Sacher

OUTLET: News.com.au

Australian pediatric nutritionist Mandy Sacher is urging families to look beyond what's in their food and start questioning how it's packaged, as new research puts the microplastics debate squarely on the kitchen table.

Speaking to journalist Tia Clarkson-Pascoe for news.com.au, Sacher highlighted a University of Western Australia study that detected microplastics in 100% of participants tested, pointing to common household staples like yoghurt pouches and microwavable rice as key sources of exposure.

Sacher, founder of the Real Food Rating system, stopped short of alarm, instead offering a message of practical empowerment. Studies indicate that simply reducing plastic use can lead to a 50% reduction in microplastic exposure, a finding she says should motivate, not discourage, Australian families.

She is also calling on regulators to mandate labelling on food products that may contain microplastics or harmful chemicals such as BPA, arguing that Australia is lagging behind the European Union, which is already moving to ban BPA from all food-contact plastics.

From administration to best gin in the world - Old Young's wins big.

CLIENT: Old Young’s

OUTLET: The Today Show, 10 News+, The West Australian, Yahoo Lifestyle, News Corp’s mastheads, and Business News WA.

What a week for DL Comms client James Young from Old Young's Distillery.

In one of Australia's great small business comeback stories, the Swan Valley distillery has gone from voluntary administration less than 12 months ago to producing the World's Best Gin. The story resonated strongly with media around the country, securing coverage across The Today Show, 10 News+, The West Australian, Yahoo Lifestyle, a massive syndication to all of News Corp’s mastheads, and Business News WA.

Founder James Young shared the emotional journey behind the revival, after spending months wondering whether he would lose both the business and his family home before rebuilding the company around a simple goal: making world-class spirits.

That determination paid off this week, with Old Young's taking out Best Gin in the World and Best Gin & Tonic in the World at the 2026 ADI International Spirits Awards in California.

Plastic Found In Every Single Person: Cutting Microplastics From Your Diet

CLIENT: Mandy Sacher

OUTLET: The Today Show

From hidden sugars in children’s snacks to the growing concern around microplastics in our food system, DL Comms client Mandy Sacher continues to lead important national conversations around Australia’s long-term population health.

Appearing on The Today Show this week, the leading paediatric nutritionist discussed the rising presence of microplastics in everyday foods and why greater awareness is urgently needed as researchers continue examining the long-term health impacts.

Mandy has become one of Australia’s strongest advocates for practical, preventative health education - helping families better understand the risks hidden within modern diets and food systems.

Australia’s Online Returns Problem Prompts Doorstep Pick-up Solution

CLIENT: ReSmart

OUTLET: The Today Show

“We all know that annoying feeling when you order something online that doesn't quite fit, but returning it can sometimes feel like a bit of a hassle. 

ReSmart is aiming to change the game, creating a service that picks up online returns from your doorstep.” 

The Today Show’s co-hosts Karl Stefanovic and Sarah Abo spoke to ReSmart’s Eugenie Alonso, discussing how the doorstep pick-up service aims to reduce strain on $4.3 billion worth of unwanted and unreturned goods in Australian households.

Guy Leech Reveals the Truth on Longevity, Launches Health Platform for Aussies

CLIENT: Younger Longer

OUTLET: news.com.au, Australian Business Network (both syndicated to all News Corp mastheads nationally)

DL Client and Ironman legend Guy Leech has launched a new digital health platform, Younger Longer, taking direct aim at the $16 billion wellness industry's flood of misleading online advice.

The subscription-based platform gives Australians direct access to medical specialists, fitness experts and evidence-based wellness programs, offering a far more affordable alternative to longevity programs that can cost thousands. 

Younger Longer received great coverage over the weekend, with Rishab Jain giving insight into the platform syndicated right across the Australian Business Network on Saturday and in Guy’s own op-ed syndicated via News.com.au on Sunday. Australians also woke up to Guy’s voice on 3AW Weekend Breakfast on Saturday, as he chatted to host Darren James about Aussie health tips. 

'Wake-up call': How global crisis could be catalyst for reshaping our food supply

CLIENT: Grounded 2026

OUTLET: 9 News Online

Australia’s food system is under growing strain, as global tensions disrupt key supply chains and force farmers to rethink what - and whether - they plant.

With fertiliser and diesel costs rising and supply becoming increasingly uncertain, growers are already cutting back, raising concerns about higher supermarket prices in the months ahead.

DL Comms client Grounded was featured in 9News.com.au, with chef, farmer and author Matthew Evans speaking to the impact of global instability on Australian agriculture - and why this moment could be a turning point for how the nation produces its food.

Australian tradies reveal how joke turned into lucrative business idea

CLIENT: Fraise Skin

OUTLET: news.com.au

What started as a joke about “ball deodorant” has turned into a viral campaign with a serious message, as two Aussie tradies use humour to tackle one of the most overlooked health issues among young men.

During Testicular Cancer Awareness Month, brothers Beau and Zac London - founders of men’s skincare brand Frasé Skin - are urging men to “check themselves”, after their cheeky campaign racked up hundreds of thousands of views online.

DL Comms client Frasé Skin was featured in news.com.au, with Beau London writing an opinion piece about how an April Fool’s prank evolved into a powerful awareness campaign - using humour to cut through and encourage early detection of testicular cancer.

Aussie couple’s ‘game-changing’ idea now worth $10m: A Melbourne couple took a huge risk, investing $500,000 into an idea they hope would attract cruise liners – and it did.

CLIENT: AquaFab

OUTLET: news.com.au

A Melbourne couple has turned a niche cocktail hack into a global business, after pouring their life savings into a bold idea they weren’t sure would even work.

Hospitality duo Danny Kane and Rebecca Grey are the founders of Aquafab - a world-first, egg-free cocktail foamer now being used across hundreds of venues and major international cruise lines.

DL Comms client Aquafab was featured in news.com.au, with founders Danny Kane and Rebecca Grey speaking to journalist Shireen Khalil about how their plant-based alternative is transforming the way cocktails are made - eliminating the need for raw egg whites while improving safety and consistency.

Legal sector disruptors cash in on spiralling costs of dying

CLIENT: JustFund

OUTLET: Australian Financial Review

Australia’s traditionally slow-moving wills and estates sector is facing major disruption, as law tech start-ups and litigation funders move to capitalise on a looming $5.4 trillion intergenerational wealth transfer.

With executors often spending up to a year managing estates - and fronting tens of thousands of dollars in upfront costs - new players are stepping in to modernise and financially support the process.

DL Comms client JustFund was featured in the Australian Financial Review, with COO Leigh McBean outlining how the business has expanded into estate law - offering loans to help executors cover costs and beneficiaries access funds sooner.