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After breaking his back in an accident at just 24 years old, Mick Vawdrey faced a life-changing challenge while raising his young son, Paul. From a wheelchair, he went on to build Vawdrey Australia, one of Australia's bigest and last purely Australian manufacturers. If you see a truck in Australia, chances are the trailer is Vawdrey-made.A story shaped by determination, grit, and an unwavering commitment to moving forward, this episode is packed with some fantastic stories and challenges.#TheCXShow #VawdreyAustralia #AustralianBusiness #TransportIndustry #FamilyBusiness #BusinessStory #Resilience #ColdXpress

Join John, Jack and Alex from Cold Xpress as they talk all things family business and the food and beverage industry. On this episode they are joined by Catherine Sayer, CEO of Family Business Australia (FBA) for a chat about the FBA, the current economy for family businesses, and things get heated between siblings live on air.

This month, we sit down with Secon Freight Logistics — a proudly Australian company built on more than 50 years of family values, hard work, and unwavering trust. What began in 1969, when Maurie Considine founded the business with a clear vision and a hands-on ethic, has grown into one of the country’s most respected names in freight and logistics.From those early days, when the operation was small, personal, and grounded in community, the Secon story has always been about people. Even as the company expanded into a national logistics leader, the family ethos never disappeared — it expanded. Today, the Secon family includes their entire team, their clients, and every partner who relies on them to deliver.Built on honesty, reliability, and genuine care, Secon continues to uphold a standard that has defined them for decades: treating every load as if it were their own. With a versatile fleet of prime movers, trailers, and side-loaders, they support Australia’s import and export supply chain with container cartage, warehousing, distribution, bulk services, intermodal capabilities, and smart triangulation for cost-effective operations.Now part of Silk Logistics Holdings Limited (ASX:SLH), Secon brings family values into a modern logistics network — delivering with precision, partnership, and a personal touch that has guided them from day one.

This month, we sit down with the team at JL King & Co — a family-owned Australian company with over 100 years of history. From humble beginnings in 1913 to becoming one of the nation’s most trusted suppliers of fresh produce and ready-made meals, JL King & Co has been built on family values, community, and a relentless commitment to quality.Today, their products reach thousands of Australian homes, schools, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, all while staying true to their roots in the Central Victorian region. In this episode, the JL King team share how they balance heritage with innovation — from sourcing the best local fruit and vegetables to creating pre-prepared salads, soups, and meals that make everyday eating simple, healthy, and delicious.This is a conversation about legacy, growth, and the passion behind feeding a nation with quality you can trust.

This month, Jack, John and Natalie sit down with Hayden and Heidi Dyt — the husband-and-wife duo behind Foxes Den, a family-run business serving up restaurant-quality food for fast foodies. From cooking for loved ones at home to building a brand that brings wholesome, natural meals to people on the go, it’s a story of passion, persistence, and purpose. Founded in 2011 with a simple mission — to make healthy food convenient and delicious — Foxes Den is a testament to what happens when you stay true to quality and lead with heart. This episode is a warm, inspiring conversation about family, food, and building something that matters

Jack, Alex, and their dad John sit down with special guest Kyle Rodgers for one of their most powerful conversations yet. Kyle opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of the logistics industry including the moment he collapsed at an industry event, hit his head, and needed surgery. They dive deep into burnout, the pressure to succeed, and the challenge of raising young children while running a business. It’s a raw and honest look at what it really means to lead, recover, and find purpose again both in work and in life.

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they chat with their first-ever guest, Oliver from the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC). In this episode, they explore the role AMIC plays in supporting local butchers, processors, and smallgoods makers across Australia. Learn how Cold Xpress works alongside industry leaders like AMIC to keep food moving and businesses thriving — from paddock to plate.

Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers, food processors, agents, and distributors.