The Daily Aus
The Daily Aus is a daily news podcast tailored for young people in Australia. Each weekday morning, the team covers the latest news in an accessible and engaging way. The podcast is produced by an independent newsroom of young journalists, free from ownership by larger media companies.
Episodes
Headlines: Labor backs telehealth for VAD
Today's headlines include: The Labor Party has backed the removal of legal barriers preventing the use of end-of-life care via telehealth. Socceroos star Cristian Volpato has allegedly tested positive for cocaine during a roadside drug test in Sydney. The Trump administration will impose new tariffs of 12.5% on goods from dozens of trading partners, including Australia. An
How are students affording uni placements?
The Albanese government has announced it will extend a paid placement program for 10 new categories of students, including those studying clinical psychology, speech pathology and physiotherapy. In today’s podcast, we’re going to talk about what this expanded program means for those students and hear from the students who have already been receiving payments as well as those who will n
Headlines: Unemployment rate remains steady at 4.4%
Today's headlines include: One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has said her comments about domestic violence were taken out of context, following backlash from advocates and experts. Unemployment remained steady at 4.4% in June, according to new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The death toll from a tunnel explosion in India on Monday has risen to 22, with authorities re
What's behind America's diarrhoea outbreak?
Nearly 7,000 Americans have been struck down by a gut parasite linked to Taco Bell lettuce across 34 states. Today we're explaining what cyclosporiasis is, how it ended up in a fast food salad, and whether U.S. federal budget cuts are making it harder to stop.Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla MaherVideo Editor: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best w
Headlines: Rebel Wilson wins defamation case
Today's headlines include: A Federal Court judge has dismissed a defamation case brought against Australian actor and director Rebel Wilson. The personal details of millions of Australians may have been caught up in a cyberattack on major retailer Origin Energy. United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has revealed the war in Iran has cost $US37.5 billion ($AU53.4 billion) so far.&
Is women's health going backwards?
A landmark report out today shows Australian women’s health is declining across several key measures – including basic needs and emotional health. The Hologic Global Women’s Health Index is the world’s most comprehensive annual survey tracking women's health and wellbeing, covering 97% of the world’s adult population. Now in its fifth year, the latest report shows wom
Headlines: Vic public school teachers to strike
Today's headlines include: A review into the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby has found the five-year-old was let down by the Northern Territory’s child protection system. Public school teachers in Victoria will walk off the job for the second time in months on Thursday, after rejecting a revised pay offer. U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, decl
Why Andrew Tate was arrested (again)
Controversial influencer Andrew Tate has been arrested and charged and sued and investigated and re-investigated and re-arrested all over the world. Over the weekend, he was taken into custody again, this time in Miami. Tate is facing dozens of fresh charges and a complicated legal fight over whether he'll end up in a UK courtroom. If you've lost track of the Tate timeline, don’t stress, bec
Headlines: ISIS-linked woman granted bail
Today's headlines include: An Australian woman linked to the terror group ISIS has been granted bail. Asylum-seekers on Nauru are facing food and water shortages, a new report has found Dozens of people are feared dead after a ferry carrying 133 people sank off Guyana, on South America’s North Atlantic coast. And today’s good news: A federal electorate has been renam
Can a church become a nightclub?
Two weeks ago, one of Sydney's newest venues opened its doors in a heritage-listed former church. A few days later, it was shut down entirely, caught between a Christian backlash, a landlord's legal notice, and a fight over public arts funding. On today's podcast, we're breaking down what actually happened to Divine Playhouse, why the venue struck a nerve with some religious groups, and what happe
Headlines: Telstra fronts inquiry over outage
Today's headlines include: Telstra executives have fronted a Senate inquiry into the telco’s widespread outages last week U.S. President Donald Trump has delivered a televised address where he accused China of interfering in American elections. Guide Dogs Australia says it is “relieved” that Uber has decided to walk back plans to charge people with disabilities an ex
The story behind the World Cup final
No men's team has won back-to-back World Cups since 1962. On Monday morning, Lionel Messi - 39 years old, in what many expect is his final tournament - tries to become the first. His opponent is the teenager he once held in a bathtub. Today we unpack how the World Cup final has been nearly 20 years in the making, and introduce you to the two star players. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiP
Headlines: 15 cases of bird flu
Today's headlines include: A teenager who allegedly researched how to make bombs and methods to derail trains has been granted bail. The men’s World Cup final is set, with Argentina set to face Spain after defeating England 2-1 early this morning. The CSIRO has discovered another case of the H5 strain of bird flu in NSW. And today’s good news! The Australian Museum is returning
The women and girls killed in Australia last week
In less than a week, three men and a teenage boy have been charged with murdering women and girls known to them in unrelated alleged attacks across the country. These deaths bring the national toll of women and girls lost to violence this year up to 54. In today’s podcast, we’re going to talk about what we know about each of these cases, the broader national conversation and how the go
Headlines: UK to introduce a social media curfew
Today's headlines include: Heads up the following story includes details of domestic violence. Former St Kilda player Nicky Winmar has been removed from the Australian Football Hall of Fame after being found guilty of assaulting a woman. Britain will introduce a overnight curfew on social media apps for 16 and 17-year-olds, on top of its plan to introduce a ban on social media for ‌
Why phone outages have become normal
Last week, millions of Australians were reminded that their phone and data service is only as reliable as one company’s software, when Telstra experienced its third major outage in under a year. Today, we’ll unpack why these outages keep happening, what regulators want to do about it, and a question that’s been the subject of a decade-long debate: If a telco experiences an outage
Headlines: Origin Energy to refund thousands of customers
Today's headlines include: More than 4,500 Origin Energy customers have been promised refunds, following a consumer watchdog probe into deceptive power plans. A new report by Australia’s online safety regulator shows significant gaps in how major tech platforms are responding to ‘sextortion’. The U.S. military has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Ir
Remembering Prof. Richard Scolyer
Yesterday, former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer was honoured with a state funeral at the Sydney Opera House, after he died on 7 June from brain cancer, aged 59. The service included countless moving tributes to the pioneering pathologist credited with saving thousands of lives. Richard Scolyer is remembered as the researcher that turned melanoma from a common death sentence into
Headlines: Govt's anti-racism rules in effect at unis
Today's headlines include: Mourners have gathered at the Sydney Opera House to farewell former Australian of the year Professor Richard Scolyer. The Government’s strengthened anti-racism standards for Australian universities are now in effect. New polling data shows a slump in support for One Nation, after Pauline Hanson outlined her party’s policy aims during a recent address.
The jobs most at risk from AI
In case you missed it, the Federal Government has for the first time released a report tracking how AI is reshaping Australia’s workforce. It said there has been no evidence that AI has caused widespread job losses or major disruptions… yet. Which might be surprising considering the job cuts we have heard about. This report, from the government, does paint a bit of a different p
Headlines: Former Senator Derryn Hinch dies age 82
Today's headlines include: Telstra has been warned it could face a multimillion-dollar fine after this week’s widespread outages. Outspoken media figure and former Senator Derryn Hinch has died at the age of 82 after a long and public health battle. Andy Burnham is almost guaranteed to be the UK’s next Prime Minister, after 322 Labour MPs nominated him to take over from Keir St
Is the U.S.-Iran war back on?
The ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is falling apart. Ships have been attacked in a key shipping route, the U.S. has struck back, and Trump says the deal is "over." Today we're breaking down what's happened since Sunday, why a Supreme Leader who died months ago is only being buried this week, and whether we're heading back to full-blown war. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: O
Headlines: Telstra makes 600+ welfare checks
Today's headlines include: Telstra says it has carried out 639 welfare checks on people whose calls to Triple Zero did not go through during outages earlier this week. The U.S. military says it has completed an additional ‌round of strikes against Iran, which it said were aimed at keeping the critical Strait of Hormuz open. Childhood vaccination rates have fallen over the past five yea
Wait, who is the UK's Nigel Farage?
Yesterday, right-wing politician Nigel Farage resigned from the UK Parliament. The resignation comes as an investigation into his finances is currently underway. But who exactly is Farage, and why have we been hearing so much about him lately? On today's podcast, we're going to get to the bottom of that question, and work out why he's just walked away from the seat it took him seven attempts to wi
Headlines: Telstra investigating outage cause
Today's headlines include: Telstra is still investigating the cause of a nationwide outage, but says call and data services have been restored to 90% of its customers. The consumer watchdog has announced a specialised taskforce to crack down on gambling scams, known as ‘scambling’. A cargo plane with five crew members on board is missing after it lost contact with air traffic co
The rise of head injuries in AFL
The death of a young Melbourne teacher on a suburban footy field has reignited conversations about player safety and intensified growing scrutiny of the AFL's concussion record. In today's deep dive, we'll unpack this tragedy, and the bigger reckoning about brain injuries in our national game. Sign up to TDA's Sport Newsletter here. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla MaherVid
Headlines: PM criticises China's Pacific missile test
Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticised China for testing a long-range missile in the Pacific Ocean, after Australia and Fiji signed a historic defence pact. TikTok says it deployed crisis teams to prevent footage of the Bondi terror attack spreading within an hour and a half of the massacre, despite having no Australian content moderators. A British vessel
Is Australian theatre in crisis?
Last week another popular music festival announced its going on hiatus. Harvest Rock. We’ve talked a lot about the struggling live music scene post COVID on this podcast. But we’re not going to talk about that today. What we are going to talk about is Australia’s live theatre industry. Because while we’ve been watching music festivals suffer, another creative sector ha
Headlines: Australia signs defence deal with Fiji
Today's headlines include: Australia has signed off on a major defence alliance with Fiji, as the Government seeks to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific. Melbourne’s tobacco wars have escalated after a ram raid overnight saw a row of 10 shops engulfed by flames. A funeral procession for the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been held in Tehran. And tod
The billion-dollar fight over Aussie copyright
Last week, something unusual happened in Canberra. A group of Australia’s best musicians, artists and writers came together outside Parliament House. Not to perform but to rally. They were there to deliver a message to the Albanese Government: don't sell us out to Big Tech. On today's podcast, I'm going to explain what they're actually worried about, why the Government is spending billions c
What does looking after yourself during a cost of living crisis look like?
The cost of living crisis has changed a lot of things for young Aussies. What we eat, where we live, whether we can afford to go out. But one of the other consequences is what this economic crisis is doing to our health. Not just our physical health, but our mental health, our relationship with our bodies, and our ability to access the medical care we actually need. So this week, we went directly
Headlines: Panic buying warning as bird flu spreads
Today's headlines include: People have been urged not to panic buy eggs as more cases of bird flu are detected around the country. AFL great Nicky Winmar has been found guilty of assault after attacking a woman in northern Victoria. A norovirus outbreak on board the Ruby Princess cruise ship has left more than 120 passengers and crew members sick. Today’s good news: A new study
The Aussie charged with a Thai teen's murder
CW: Today's episode discusses distressing details, and may not be suitable for everyone. This week, Australian man Simon Peter Carman was charged with the murder of 17-year-old Thanchanok Donhomla in Thailand. The Australian was arrested at Bangkok airport while allegedly trying to board a flight to Perth, before the teenager’s body was found in a suitcase near railway tracks. In today
Headlines: Fed Govt pledges $2m aid for Venezuela
Today's headlines include: The death toll from two back to back earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 2,295, as the Australian Government pledges $2 million in aid. Australian shoe retailer Betts will close most of its stores, as it enters voluntary administration after 134 years in business. At least eight people are dead and more than 30 others are injured after a Russian attack on
The streaming giant being sued for its ads
The consumer watchdog is suing Amazon over the ads on its streaming service Prime Video. It says the tech giant unfairly charged more than a million subscribers by telling them to pay more to keep watching ad-free. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what you need to know about the case. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla MaherVideo Editor: Rosa Bowden Shot on Fujifilm. W
Headlines: Intl search for missing Aussie
Today's headlines include: An international search effort is underway to find an Australian traveler missing in Mexico. A Ukrainian tycoon with ties to Russia and two others have been injured in an explosion at an apartment building in Monaco. Anthropic says the U.S. Government has lifted a ban on its Fable and Mythos AI models, weeks after the company was ordered to ‌suspend access to
It's a new financial year. Here's what's changing.
Today marks the start of a new financial year, which means a raft of new measures are now in effect – from a payrise for 2.7 million workers, to tax and super changes, and a variety of new federal and state-specific laws. We’ll take you through all the 1 July updates in today’s deep dive. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla MaherVideo Editor: Rosa Bowden Shot on
Headlines: Police seek info on threatening letters
Today's headlines include: Police are appealing for information from the public to track down the author of threatening letters sent to high profile people in the community, including politicians. Six people have been shot dead at a shelter for mothers ‌and children in northern Germany. Two men have faced court over allegations they accessed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's personal b
Why politicians can lie in ads
In Australia, it is completely legal to lie in a political ad. Politicians can run false claims, spread misinformation, and publish AI-generated content, all without facing consequences. That could soon change though, after one MP introduced a bill last week to try and legislate truth in political advertising. In today’s podcast we're going to break down the rules around political ads,
Headlines: U.S. and Iran agree to stop strikes
Today's headlines include: Iran and the United States have agreed to halt recent hostilities and renew talks regarding their dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, raising ‌hopes of saving the peace deal that had been under pressure from days of strikes. Australia and Vanuatu have signed a security deal, months after the island nation’s Government backed away from the agreement over
Why did Nine fire Karl Stefanovic?
Last week, Channel Nine dropped Karl Stefanovic, one of its longest-standing TV hosts, over a podcast episode with a British far-right, anti-Islam activist. Stefanovic launched the podcast saying it was going to be “unfiltered and uncensored,” and while that might be the case, that doesn’t mean it is without consequences for his Australian media career. In today’s episode,
How has AI changed the travel industry
There’s been a huge rise in the number of Aussies using AI to plan their holidays, with the biggest cohort of users being young people. But what are the implications for travellers who are facing rapidly changing environments, with confusing visa laws, travel restrictions and outdated entry requirements leaving people stranded. In today’s podcast, we’re going to explain what the
Headlines: ISIS-linked woman granted bail
Today's headlines include: An Australian woman linked to ISIS has been granted bail in Melbourne Magistrates Court. A Tasmanian man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for the 2025 murder of a police officer. Venezuelan search and rescue teams are continuing efforts to find survivors in the rubble of yesterday’s powerful double earthquake. The Socceroos have progressed to the Wor
Meet Australia's new political party
Australia officially has a new political party. It’s called Community Strong Australia, and it’s been founded by two of the country's most prominent independent MPs. On today’s podcast I sat down with Allegra Spender and Zali Steggall to discuss the launch of their new party, why their fellow teal independents aren’t coming along for the ride, and what CSA has to offer for
Headlines: Thousands feared dead in Venezuelan quakes
Today's headlines include: Two strong earthquakes struck northern Venezuela on Wednesday night (local time), causing buildings in the capital city of Caracas to collapse. The unemployment rate is down to 4.4% from 4.5%, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. At least 48 people have died in France from drowning since the onset of a heatwave across Western Europe. And today’s
The global warning about AI
Earlier this week, five nations, including Australia, issued a joint warning on AI. In a rare move, the joint warning said the world’s most powerful AI tools are on the very of making cyber attacks faster, cheaper and more damaging. It comes just weeks after the US government shut down a new AI model over national security fears. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain the latest warni
Headlines: Inflation eases slightly to 4%
Today's headlines include: Prices increased by an average of 4% over the year to May, down from 4.2% in April, according to new inflation data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Papua New Guinea (PNG) has suspended the importation of all Australian chicken and egg products after the first mainland cases of a deadly bird flu strain. YouTube and its parent company Google have set
How UK PM Keir Starmer lost his job
This week marks 10 years since the Brexit referendum, when a majority of the UK population voted to leave the European Union. In that time, six Prime Ministers have resigned - the latest being Keir Starmer, who led Labour to a landslide victory less than two years ago. In today’s episode, we’ll explain exactly how Starmer’s position became untenable. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma
Headlines: Labor's tax reforms to become law
Today's headlines include: Labor’s controversial tax reforms are set to become law with the support of the Greens. Six cruise ship passengers taken to a quarantine facility in WA have been cleared of hantavirus after 42 days in isolation. The U.S. has waived sanctions on Iran for 60 days following the first round of talks under an emerging peace deal. And today’s good news: Rese
Bird flu is here. Should we be worried?
A few days ago, Australia was the only continent in the world to have avoided the deadly H5 bird flu strain. After years spent watching this virus devastate wildlife populations and agricultural sectors from afar, everything changed on Saturday when the Government confirmed bird flu has finally arrived on our shores. In today’s deep dive, we explain why you should care, and what this actuall
Headlines: Govt signs $2.5b defence deal w. Canada
Today's headlines include: Authorities have identified a second case of the deadly H5N1 bird flu strain, as the country’s largest poultry producer locks down its Western Australian operations. Australia has signed its largest ever defence export deal, entering into a multi-billion dollar contract with Canada. Dozens of drones have been shot down in Moscow, with flights briefly suspend
Why Australia's immigration debate is back
One in three people living in Australia right now were born overseas. It's one of the highest proportions in the world. And right now, every political party has a very different idea about whether that number should go up, down, or stay the same. Today we're breaking down the current migration figures, why the debate over immigration is dominating headlines, and what the different sides of po
How to think about your shares at tax time
Today we're talking about something that's pretty much unavoidable at the moment: tax. Specifically, tax as it relates to investing. End of financial year is almost here, and if you've got investments, or bought and sold shares since July last year, this is the moment those two worlds run into each other. This podcast was produced with insights from CommSec. However, everything we talk about was r
Headlines: Police charge 3rd synagogue firebombing suspect
Today's headlines include: Counter-terrorism police have charged a third man over the firebombing of a Victorian synagogue. Australia’s work health and safety regulator has recommended the Defence Force be prosecuted over a fatal army helicopter crash. Around 300 students and teachers have been rescued after a fire tore through a primary school in Tokyo. And today’s good news: A
Aussie activists' allegations against the IDF, explained
Last week, a group of Australian activists who had tried to sail to Gaza on a flotilla of boats carrying humanitarian aid returned home. They’ve publicly alleged that while the Israeli Defence Force had them in custody, soldiers sexually and physically assaulted them. Now, the Australian Federal Police says it is investigating their allegations. On today’s podcast, we’ll unpack w
Headlines: U.S. & Iran release interim agreement to end war
Today's headlines include: The U.S. and Iran have released the text of an interim agreement to end their war, with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to resume attacks and kill Iranian officials if they fail to honour their commitments. Annual migration levels have fallen slightly, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Two children have died after a SUV hit them as they wer
Young Aussies' changing relationship with the media
Earlier this week, a new report on how Aussies consume news media was released. It’s the latest in a long-running international survey that compares data on media usage in 48 different countries, and is deemed the authoritative source of information for understanding changing attitudes and behaviours when it comes to news. In today’s podcast, we’re gonna break down some of
Headlines: Protesters interrupt Pauline Hanson's speech
Today's headlines include: Protesters have interrupted One Nation leader Pauline Hanson’s first National Press Club address. The Victorian Government has announced gun law reforms, including strengthening background checks. U.S. officials disrupted a planned attack targeting the recent UFC White House event, according to newly unsealed court papers. And today’s good news: Aussie teen
Can we prevent shark attacks?
A woman suffered life threatening injuries after she was bitten by a shark, 30 metres from the shore at Sydney’s Coogee beach on the weekend. The incident has reignited long-running debate around how/if humans can safely coexist with sharks in the ocean. Today we’ll unpack how governments are trying to mitigate the risk of shark attacks, what technologies exist in this space, and why t
Headlines: RBA keeps interest rates at 4.35%
Today's headlines include: The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept interest rates on hold for the first time this year. An Australian World Cup referee has been cleared of wrongdoing after he was accused of making a hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign. The Bureau of Meteorology has announced an El Niño is underway in the tropical Pacific. And today’s good news: A on
The world's first trillionaire (kind of)
A trillion - a number so big it almost doesn't make sense. But this week, Elon Musk became the world's first trillionaire thanks to his company SpaceX going public on the stock market. It means Musk himself is now richer than most countries, and the value of his rocket manufacturing company is on par with the economies of Australia, Mexico and Spain. We're going to explain what any of that actuall
Headlines: ASX surges due to U.S-Iran peace deal
Today's headlines include: The Australian share market has surged to an eight-week high while oil prices have plunged, following news of a U.S-Iran peace deal. The Federal Government has urged Pakistani authorities to launch an inquiry into the shooting death of a young Australian girl. The UK is expected to implement a social media ban for children under 16. And today's good news: Scientists hav
Bill Gates' relationship with Epstein
Nearly six years after Jeffrey Epstein's death, the questions have not stopped. Last week, Bill Gates testified before a US congressional committee about their relationship – one that started after Epstein had already served time for sex crimes. So what was the extent of Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein’s friendship? And did Gates know of Epstein’s crimes? Hosts: Elliot Lawry and B
Headlines: Fallout from NDIS Senate inquiry
Today's headlines include: A senate inquiry into proposed changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has wrapped after three days of hearings in Canberra. Principals in Victoria will be given stronger powers to ban abusive parents from school grounds. U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States and Iran could sign ‌a peace deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz as
The World Cup controversies, explained
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially kicked off! It marks the biggest football tournament in history, with 48 teams playing across three countries. But before a single ball has been kicked, this might already be the most controversial World Cup ever. One of the teams competing is at war with the host country. A referee was turned away at the border. And fans are being blocked from watching their
Headlines: NSW Police force review finds widespread harassment
Today's headlines include: A wide-ranging review has found a culture of sexual harassment in the NSW police force. The U.S. has launched further strikes on Iran, with an Islamic Republic Guard Corps (IRGC) chief vowing to “turn the region into hell” for the U.S. Anti-immigration riots in Northern Ireland’s capital Belfast have continued for a second night. And today’
Why 'Ditch the Witch' is back in politics
Listen to The Mirror on Spotify - episode 1, episode 2, episode 3, episode 4Listen to The Mirror on Apple Podcasts - episode 1, episode 2, episode 3, episode 4 A billboard truck has been spotted driving around Melbourne with the slogan "Ditch the Witch" next to an image of Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan. The campaign has been condemned across the political spectrum, reviving a slogan that wa
Headlines: Accused Bondi terrorist charged with more offences
Today's headlines include: The accused Bondi terrorist has been charged with 19 further offences, adding to his 15 existing murder charges and 40 counts of attempted murder. Thousands of people have turned out to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) to farewell AFL legend and MND advocate Neale Daniher. Iran has confirmed it carried out attacks against a U.S. base in Jordan and 21 other
Australia's illegal tobacco boom
Australia is one of the most expensive countries in the world to buy cigarettes. A standard pack now costs around $60, and it's a price most smokers aren’t willing to pay. But that doesn’t mean they’ve stopped buying them altogether. New data estimates around 80% of cigarettes and nicotine products consumed last year were purchased on the black market, with organised crime underc
Headlines: Intl. Criminal Court suspends chief prosecutor
Today's headlines include: The Coalition has left the door open to working with Pauline Hanson to oust Labor from power, as One Nation rises in the polls. NSW Police have charged two people over a shooting at the wrong funeral site for a murdered gangland figure. The ‌International Criminal Court’s (ICC) chief prosecutor ‌has been suspended following sexual harassment allega
The accusations of political interference against Trump
Is U.S. President Donald Trump interfering with journalism in the U.S.? That is the question at the core of the controversy surrounding the U.S. version of 60 Minutes - the most watched television news program in the country. It’s a show that for decades has demonstrated journalism at its best - holding the political and corporate powers to account. Now, new owners, and a suite o
Headlines: One Nation the most popular party in latest poll
Today's headlines include: Fresh polling has once again suggested that Pauline Hanson's One Nation is the most popular party in Australia. Former Australian of the Year and pioneering melanoma researcher Professor Richard Scolyer has died, aged 59. Israel has struck military targets in western ‌and central Iran, despite reports that U.S. President Donald Trump told Israeli Prime Minist
The young Aussies being blackmailed online
Australia’s online safety regulator received more than 3,300 reports of sexual extortion last year, with young men the most targeted group. ‘Sextortion’ is a form of online blackmail and sexual abuse, which experts warn is growing rapidly in scale and sophistication, partly due to generative AI. eSafety is now “turning the tables” on scammers by using AI itself f
Headlines: Vic teen to face trial on terror charges
Today's headlines include: A Melbourne teenager who allegedly attempted to hijack a plane may become the first child in Victoria to face trial on terror charges. Australians lost almost a quarter of a billion dollars to scams in the first three months of 2026, according to new data released by the ACCC's National Anti-Scam Centre. Chinese President ‌Xi Jinping will travel to North Kore
Why Patagonia is suing a drag queen
Over the last week or so, you may have seen news coverage or social media posts about a lawsuit from outdoor gear brand Patagonia against a drag queen named Pattie Gonia. Patagonia alleges Pattie (real name Wyn Wiley) is infringing on its trademark. Pattie says Patagonia is trying to “erase her advocacy”. In today’s episode, we’ll unpack this very full hiking ba
Headlines: NSW to scrap driving penalties for cannabis users
Today's headlines include: The NSW Government will introduce laws to scrap automatic drug-driving penalties for some medicinal cannabis users. The Federal Government's tax bill, which includes limiting negative gearing and removing the 50% capital gains tax discount, has passed the House of Representatives. NASA has announced the end of its MAVEN spacecraft mission after losing contact with
Are house prices actually going down?
Everywhere we turn, it seems like there’s talk of housing prices, the housing crisis and what’s actually going on. This week, we received the latest figures on house prices across the country, and the stats included the fact that housing prices have actually gone DOWN in some cities. In today’s podcast, we’re going to unpack these figures, what’s behind the slow
Headlines: Economy slows to 0.3% growth
Today's headlines include: Economic growth slowed to 0.3% in the first three months of the year, down from 0.9% growth in December. The newly elected leader of the Solomon Islands has pushed for closer ties with Australia during a meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Canberra. The Trump administration is threatening to impose more import tariffs on at least 60 countries, includin
The mass murderers using ChatGPT
Can you sue a chatbot for helping a murderer? A first of its kind legal battle surrounding OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is unfolding in the U.S. state of Florida. The suit claims the company and its CEO failed to warn users that ChatGPT could be dangerous. This case and other related ongoing action raise the same question: If AI helps someone plan a killing, who is actually responsible? We&
Headlines: First trade deficit since 2017
Today's headlines include: Australia has recorded its first trade deficit in almost nine years, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Lebanon has announced ‌a partial ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel. Victoria’s Youth Minister has apologised for providing character references for two men who had been convicted of domestic violence and sexual assault while they were ap
