Full Story Gina: Love and money – episode 3
Dec 23, 2025
Guest
Rose Porteous (voice / referenced)
Guest
Debbie Marshall
Guest
John Singleton
Guest
John Langley Hancock
John Langley Hancock, the first-born son of mining magnate Gina Rinehart, shares candid tales of family life and bitter disputes surrounding the Hancock fortune. Joined by advertising legend John Singleton, they dive deep into the dynamics of the Hancock family and the complex relationships at play, especially with the controversial Rose Porteous. Investigative journalist Debbie Marshall adds rich context on legal battles and Gina’s transformation into a self-made mining powerhouse, sparking discussions on wealth, legacy, and rivalry.
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Early Pilbara Memories Shaped By Lang
- John Langley Hancock recalls childhood trips with Lang Hancock and watching prospecting documentaries that sparked his interest in mining.
- He describes Lang as magnetic, a great storyteller who taught him to identify high-grade iron in the field.
Rose's Arrival Triggered A Family Feud
- Rose Porteous arrived as a housekeeper soon after Hope's death and quickly became Lang Hancock's partner and later his wife.
- Gina saw Rose as a direct threat, sparking a bitter, public rivalry that dominated the 1990s.
Board Move Exposed Succession Risk
- Lang removed Gina as a director and installed Rose, signalling a shift in control and deepening familial mistrust.
- That move crystallised for Gina that her succession and the company's future were not guaranteed.