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: Lowest-ever gender pay gap
Todays headlines include: The gender pay gap is at its lowest level ever, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Three students at NSW’s most expensive private school have been charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in Sydney’s east. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will leave her role at the end of August, Donald Trump has announced,
Who killed Tupac? The trial begins
Thirty years ago, one of the biggest names in music was shot dead in Las Vegas. To this day, the question “Who killed Tupac Shakur” remains one of the most enduring mysteries in pop culture history, and no one has been ever charged. Until now. On today's episode, we're breaking down who Tupac was, what happened the night he died, and why the man accused of orchestrating it is onl
Headlines: Little penguins to receive H5 vaccine
Todays headlines include: Charges against Bondi Beach massacre hero Ahmed Al Ahmed have been withdrawn. The Commonwealth Bank has reported a cash net profit of $11 billion for the 2026 financial year. New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Luxon has survived a leadership vote, three months out from a general election. And today’s good news: More than 5,000 little penguins in Victoria will be vacc
Did NSW just cancel homework?
Is homework as we know it finished? NSW wants take-home tasks for year 12 paused over AI fears. With a national reckoning on AI in classrooms already on the way, it could be only the beginning of a much bigger conversation. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain the take-home assessment freeze in NSW, and the national AI inquiry trailing right behind it. Hosts: Emma Gillesp
Headlines: Vic WFH laws put on hold
Todays headlines include: The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has kept the cash rate on hold. Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has announced the start date for the country’s first work from home laws will be delayed until after the November Victorian election. A group of Melbourne teens accused of luring men through dating apps before sexually assaulting and robbing them have been arrested. An
Lindsay Clancy: The murder trial dividing America
In a case that’s been dubbed “America’s saddest murder trial”, a 35-year-old woman has been accused of killing her three young children in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. While prosecutors argue that Lindsay Clancy intentionally killed her three children at home, her lawyers argue she should not be held criminally responsible because she was experiencing a psychotic episod
Headlines: NSW reviewing take-home assessments
Todays headlines include: NSW Education Minister Prue Car has announced a review of the state’s school assessments amid the growing use of generative AI. A new poll shows the lowest primary support for the Labor Party since the days before Kevin Rudd successfully challenged Julia Gillard for the leadership, in June 2013. China has seen its most powerful typhoon of the year over the weekend,
Your census questions, answered
It is census week! Tomorrow - on Tuesday August 11 - every single person in Australia will be required to fill out the census - that’s the largest form of information gathering conducted in Australia. It only happens once every five years - and this census is a historic census because for the first time, you will be asked about your sexual orientation and your gender. Over on our Insta
Headlines: At least 6 killed in Thai school shooting
Todays headlines include: A school shooting in Thailand has left at least six people dead and 15 others injured, including two who remain in a critical condition. Australia's privacy watchdog will investigate concerns over smart glasses, following fears people could be filmed without permission. An ex-bishop accused of sexually abusing young First Nations men has been acquitted of several charges
Aussie sport's gambling problem
Australians lose more money on gambling than anywhere else in the world. For years, everyone in Canberra has agreed something needs to change. This week, a Senate inquiry heard just how far gambling companies will allegedly go to keep people betting. On today's podcast, we're breaking down the gambling landscape in Australia, the fight over reform, and what a new industry report reveals about the
Headlines: Inquiry into war readiness announced
Todays headlines include: For the first time since World War II, a federal inquiry will investigate Australia’s readiness for war. A fifth person has died as the result of a horror crash on the Northern Territory's Stuart Highway. A Mexican influencer with 650,000 followers on TikTok has been shot dead while livestreaming on a street in the country's state of Sinaloa. And today’s good
Wait, there's another FIFA controversy?
Eleven days ago, Gianni Infantino looked set to be re-elected as FIFA president unopposed. Then it emerged he'd tried to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup's commercial rights to private investors - including a firm run by Donald Trump's brother-in-law - for $4.2 billion. Now, he's facing blackmail accusations, a legal letter naming 18 executives, and a revolt from football's biggest confederations
Headlines: SpaceX rocket piece smashes into the moon
Todays headlines include: The NSW Government has agreed to overhaul the state’s mental health emergency procedures in response to the 2024 Westfield Bondi Junction stabbing attack. Australians may soon be able to piggyback off a different mobile network if their own provider has left them without service. A SpaceX rocket piece floating in space since last year has smashed into the ‌moo
The escalating bird flu crisis, explained
Six weeks ago, the deadly H5 bird flu strain reached Australian soil for the very first time. Now, it’s been detected in around 80 cases across four states. This week, the Government confirmed the first H5 mass mortality event and warned of “significant losses” and a “long difficult journey ahead” as attention turns to the impact of this outbreak on wildlife and agric
Headlines: Two men charged over plastic gun stunt
Todays headlines include: New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows household spending rose 0.8% in June – despite the Middle East conflict exacerbating cost-of-living concerns. NSW Police have charged two men over a public stunt involving a plastic gun, a bulletproof vest and a fake police badge. U.S. President Donald Trump says peace talks with Iran are continuing, but
The veteran broadcaster on trial for assault
The trial of one of the most influential figures in Australian media history began this week, when Alan Jones walked into a Sydney courtroom facing six complainants, 22 charges, and a trial that could span several months. It comes after years of pre-trial fighting and multiple rounds of charges being dropped. Today, we’ll explain everything you need to know about this veteran bro
Headlines: Australian helicopters crashed firefighting in Greece
Todays headlines include: The first mass mortality event in Australia’s bird flu outbreak has been confirmed, prompting authorities to warn of "significant losses” and a “long, difficult journey” ahead. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been criticised for barring some major media outlets from a press conference in Melbourne. Two Australian-owned helicopters have collid
The email that exposed cult survivors
Today, we're talking about a Victorian inquiry into cults. After hearing from hundreds of survivors, it handed down 98 findings and 39 recommendations, including one that would change the law in a way that's never been done in Australia. But what should have been a win for survivors was overshadowed by a mistake in how the report was shared. Today, we'll walk you through what this inqu
Headlines: YouTuber cleared of three rape charges
Today's headlines include: UK YouTuber and rapper Yung Filly has been cleared of three rape charges in a Perth court, after he was accused of assaulting a 20-year-old fan following a concert in 2024. An Australian mother-daughter duo linked to ISIS have pleaded not guilty to slavery offences. U.S. President Donald Trump says talks in Egypt between mediators and Hamas leaders have led to a &
The new Alzheimer’s test that will help young people
This week, the Therapeutic Goods Administration approved an Australian-first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease that can detect the condition 20 years before symptoms emerge. The blood test will also deliver results within 18 minutes. And while the disease does largely appear in older populations, it can silently develop in the brain much earlier. On today’s podcast, we’ll
Headlines: Japanese earthquake death toll rises
Today's headlines include: The eSafety Commissioner has announced legal action against the messaging app Telegram, accusing it of failing to remove terror-related content. The number of people killed in an earthquake in southern Japan on Tuesday has risen to 30. Two senior ministers in the Victorian Government have announced they will not seek re-election at the next election, due in Novemb
The Idaho college killer claiming he's innocent
This week, a 31-year-old man convicted of the murders of four university students in the US announced he was filing a motion to withdraw his guilty plea. In a letter to a court, Bryan Kohberger claimed he was convinced to falsely confess to the 2022 killings. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain what you need to know about the case, why it made international news and what happens next. Li
Headlines: H5 bird flu spreads to 4th state
Today's headlines include: Inflation is increasing at the slowest rate since February, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Officials have confirmed the deadly H5 bird flu strain has reached a fourth state, after a migratory seabird washed ashore north of Brisbane. At least 13 people are dead after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake hit Japan’s southern island
Why Victoria has a new Premier
Jacinta Allan has resigned as Victorian Premier four months out from an election, after her Deputy Premier Ben Carroll announced a leadership challenge on Monday. Allan, who initially vowed to fight for her position, stood down on Tuesday, saying a lengthy leadership battle this close to the election would leave the state “in a position of uncertainty”. Today, we’ll explain how w
Headlines: More rate hikes possbile, RBA boss warns
Today's headlines include: Ben Carroll has been elected Victorian Labor leader and incoming Premier after Jacinta Allan announced her resignation this morning. Dangerous weather is hampering the search for a two month old baby in waters off South Australia. Lifeline for 24/7 crisis support on 13 11 14. The head of the Reserve Bank has warned more rate hikes may be needed to ge
The push to ban street auctions
Nowhere else in the world sells houses quite like Australia does – on a stranger's nature strip or in their backyard, in front of a crowd, hammer and all. Street auctions have grown in popularity over recent years, as property values soar to unprecedented heights. The Victorian Greens claim the system is designed to push up prices by pressuring buyers into paying more, and they want these st
Headlines: Why AusAlert failed for some
Today's headlines include: Millions of phones around the country went off at 2pm (AEST) as the Federal Government tested its national emergency system AusAlert. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan will face a leadership spill as early as Tuesday when the Labor caucus meets following the parliamentary winter break. A shooter has killed two people and injured at least five others after opening fi
Why Trump is accusing Australia of modern slavery
Last week, the U.S. hit Australia with yet another round of tariffs, with President Donald Trump saying it's because we haven't done enough to stop modern slavery. The Australian Government says that's completely wrong. Today we're breaking down what modern slavery actually is, and why it's become the latest point of tension with one of our biggest trading partners. Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi F
How is AI changing how we manage our finances?
Today, we're tackling how AI is quietly becoming part of the way we manage our money - and whether it's actually up to the job. From asking ChatGPT to sort a budget, to querying Claude about your super balance in retirement, to getting Gemini's take on ETFs - most of us have done some version of this. But how much should we actually trust it?This podcast was produced with insights from AustralianS
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
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