Radio National Breakfast
Radio National Breakfast is Australia's only daily national radio current affairs program, known for its agenda-setting news coverage and breaking news. It features the most significant stories impacting the lives of all Australians wherever they live. The full unedited daily program is available on the ABC website.
Episodes
Breakfast Wrap: What next for US execution survivor Christa Pike?
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Australia step closer to building first commercially viable quantum computer
The US Department of Defense's Advanced Research Projects Agency has confirmed the Australian computing company Diraq will move to the final stage of its program.
Changing Australia: Andrew Collins on ending tech-facilitated abuse
For most of us smart phones have become an essential tool in our everyday lives.
Greens seek to amend private health reforms in Senate
The federal government's proposed private health insurance changes look all but doomed, with the Greens saying they won't back the bill in its current form.
Andrew Charlton says government supports RBA's credit card surcharge ban
The tax office decision was made in response to the Reserve Bank of Australia's reforms to ban card surcharges from October first.
Too soon to provide definitive skilled jobs list, Jonno Duniam says
The Shadow Minister for Immigration says that the skills list is 'dynamic.'
Ageing Australia CEO says aged care sector 'couldn't exist' without migrant workforce
The Aged Care sector says any changes to immigration that affect its workforce would leave a devastating impact.
Australia should have had cross-parliamentary presence at pre-COP, Zali Steggall says
The pre-COP summit hosted by Australia and Pacific nations in Fiji is coming to a close today as negotiators prepare to settle on the next climate agreement at COP31.
Judge rules evidence from attempted Christa Pike execution be preserved
Pike's legal team now want the state's governor to commute her death sentence — to life without parole.
Israel commemorates the third anniversary of October 7th
Hundreds of ceremonies have been held in Israel today marking the third anniversary of the October 7th attacks.
Breakfast Wrap: Coalition defends migration policy
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Changing Australia: Professor Helen Marshall on the fight against Meningococcal B
Professor Helen Marshall is one of Australia's most celebrated vaccination researchers.
Jane Hume defends the Coalition's new immigration policy
The Coalition's migration plan, would cut net overseas migration to 100,000 for two years through cuts to graduate, refugee and bridging visas.
'Important' that Open-AI executive apologised for Medicare breach, inquiry chair says
A top Open-AI executive used an appearance before a federal parliamentary inquiry on AI to apologise over the company's Medicare hack, promising to rebuild trust.
What's happens now search and rescue operation has ended in Nepal?
Nearly five thousand three hundred people remain unaccounted-for, including 34 Australians.
Darwin shelter focus of Australian Homelessness Conference
In July the NT Government announced the YiSSA centre would close after a dispute about purchasing the property.
'Illogical' to tie migration to housing, migration expert says
The Coalition unveiled its long awaited immigration policy, which they've described as the "biggest cut to immigration in this country's history."
Israel marks three years since the October 7 terrorist attacks
The anniversary comes at a febrile time in Israel, following the attempted hijacking of a FlyDubai aircraft by an Omani pilot last week.
What to know about New Zealand's upcoming election
Aotearoa's two major party candidates faced off in their first live leaders debate last night.
Commonwealth Bank CEO concerned Coalition migration policy will harm economy
After slashing the country's temporary migration intake by about 650,000 over four years, the Opposition will then tie net migration to the pace of house completions.
Breakfast Wrap: Opposition to slash migration intake
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Changing Australia: Sophie Fleming and the craft of facial prosthesis
Part artist, part medical engineer, Sophie Fleming is one of Australia's few anaplastologists.
Sharma expects migration announcement to include economic modelling
Shadow Assistant Minister Dave Sharma says the Coalition party room will be meeting this morning to discuss its migration policy set to be announced today.
Veterans' Affairs Minister looks to regulate advocate sector
A Four Corners investigation has found that for-profit companies are targeting veterans with offers of "free" DVA-funded services, then allegedly delivering the bare minimum care while they collect the profits.
Zelensky says Ukraine ready to participate in peace talks this month
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to participate in US-backed peace talks with Russia by the end of this month.
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces claim control of Bab el-Mandeb Strait
It's part of a major offensive - launched by the Yemeni Government overnight - with the Saudi military coalition providing air cover.
What you need to know about Pre-COP31
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is heading to Tuvalu today to see how climate change is threatening the existence of small island nations.
Why Treasurer Jim Chalmers is in Japan this week
The treasurer is pitching Australia as a safe place to invest, with strengths in critical minerals, energy and artificial intelligence.
Australia's fossil fuel expansion not death sentence for Pacific, says Fiji Climate Minister
Lynda Tabuya says Fiji was "realistic about decisions Australia needs to make."
Breakfast Wrap: Opposition labels Pacific event 'net zero talk fest'
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Thousands gather for Koori Knockout in Hunter region
The Koori Knockout, one of the biggest gatherings of First Nations people on the Koori calendar has been taking place all weekend on Worimi Country in Raymond Terrace.
Changing Australia: Trudy Lin and the rare art of special dentistry
A visit to the dentist isn't always the most pleasurable of experiences, but oral health can have a huge impact on your life - From how you smile to your physical health and overall wellbeing.
Shadow Energy Minister labels pre-COP climate summit a 'farce'
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will join global leaders at the pre-COP event, which will feature preparatory talks ahead of next month's United Nations COP31 climate summit.
Chris Bowen defends pre-COP Fiji summit, despite cost argument
Questions remain over who is turning up to this Fiji event, with only a handful of world leaders publicly confirmed.
Queensland saw legal cigarette sales increase after crackdown on illicit market
It's been revealed legal cigarette sales in Queensland rose 55% in the first month after the state gained stronger powers to shut illegal shops.
Government targets lawyers, agents in migration crackdown
The Federal Government will target migration lawyers and agents who help people pursue what the government calls baseless visa claims and attempts to "game" the system.
Thousands arrested as France school protests escalate
Protests began in mid-September when teachers and students demonstrated over staffing issues at a local high school in the south-eastern outskirts of Paris.
AI, free trade on agenda for new EU Ambassador
EU Ambassador to Australia Lawrence Meredith took up his role last month.
Polls close in high-stakes Brazil election
The incumbent left-wing leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is seeking a fourth presidential term in the race against rival Flavio Bolsonaro, who is the son of former far-right president Jair Bolsonaro.
Breakfast Wrap: Doctors battle to save life of death row inmate
Agenda-setting news coverage, breaking news and stories impacting the lives of all Australians.
The Friday Political Panel
Our Friday political panel discuss the week that was.
Thousands protest over Spanish housing crisis
Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of Madrid over the past few days, after the forced eviction of an 87-year-old woman from her home sparked outrage across Spain.
Bell Bay Aluminium smelter bailout about securing jobs, Ayres says
The federal and Tasmanian governments have announced a $200 million support package for the Bell Bay Aluminium smelter in Tasmania.
How do we increase productivity?
RBA Governor Michelle Bullock has said that "productivity is doing nothing."
Moorambilla voices celebrates 21st anniversary
More than 400 young people from dozens of communities across New South Wales will walk onto the stage of the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall tomorrow.
The community support behind the Newcastle Knights
As the team prepares to take on the Roosters this Sunday, Novocastrians are turning their city red and blue - in the hope of taking glory for the first time in a quarter of a century.
Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians calls on PM to visit WA over child protection concerns
Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister Julian Leeser has called for federal agencies to get involved in cases of unsupervised children in WA in state care.
SA Premier says students must learn skills to use AI
The South Australian premier Peter Malinauskas says AI has presented serious questions that states must confront.
New eSafety transparency report finds gaps in online gaming protections for children
A new eSafety transparency report has found significant gaps in the way gaming platforms protect children from sexual exploitation, harmful material and abuse online.
What happens when an execution fails?
Executions have been halted in the US state of Tennessee after a death row inmate survived two doses of a drug that was meant to kill her.
Breakfast Wrap: Middle East airline hijack attempt foiled by passengers and crew
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Changing Australia: Byron Waller and navigating the world by air
He's not licensed to drive a car, but last year Queensland teen Byron Waller became the youngest person in history to pilot a plane around the world.
David Shoebridge defends Greens leadership ballot
The Greens have previously chosen its leader by consensus, but held their first leadership ballot yesterday.
Why CDC Data Centres want to build in Wagga Wagga
The proposal comes days after developer Goodman Group withdrew plans for a data centre on Sydney's Lower North Shore, amid uproar from the local community.
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Alleged hijacking of an Israel-bound plane thwarted by passengers breaking into cockpit
An Israel-bound plane has made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the pilot and attempted to crash the plane.
Josh Burns defends 5% deposit scheme, despite 'wicked' inflation
The federal government says more than 100,000 first home buyers have now accessed its 5% deposit scheme since it was expanded and uncapped last year.
Israeli authorities investigating suspected hijacking of FlyDubai plane
Israeli authorities are investigating the suspected hijacking of a commercial plane bound for Tel Aviv.
What inflation figures mean for your grocery shop
Headline inflation jumped to 4% in August from 3.5% in July, driven by higher housing costs and automotive fuel prices.
Breakfast Wrap: More interest rate hikes expected
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Changing Australia: Andy Griffiths and making reading an adventure
If you were to mention the name Andy Griffiths to many Australian kids out there, chances are, their eyes would light up.
Federal opposition calls for government spending cuts following RBA rate rise
Deputy opposition leader Jane Hume has called for cuts to federal government spending in response to the Reserve Bank's decision to lift interest rates.
'Low bar' for fifth interest rate rise, Westpac chief economist says
The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates to their highest level in 15 years.
Medicare AI breach prompts review of government cyber infrastructure
Federal government departments have been ordered to bolster the cyber security defences on their legacy systems after last week's OpenAI Medicare data portal hack.
What does the RBA rate rise mean for Australians?
Tuesday's interest rate rise was the fourth this year, with households bracing for a potential fifth increase in November.
What can NSW take away from Sydney's cancelled data centre project?
A proposed $1.2 billion data centre in Sydney's lower north shore has been cancelled after its developer -- the Goodman Group -- abandoned the project this week.
Greens party to elect new leader
The Greens party will meet in Sydney to vote on a new federal leader after the sudden resignation of Senator Larissa Waters due to ill health.
Mulino defends government efforts to bring down spending
The Federal Government has pointed to the Middle East conflict as one of the main drivers of inflation in the economy.
Final US troops withdraw from Iraq after two decades
US forces are set to pull out from their last bases in Iraq on Wednesday, more than two decades after the invasion of Iraq and the toppling of Saddam Hussein.
Netanyahu faces political pressure over October 7 intelligence reports
Pressure is mounting on the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over what he knew and when in the lead up to the October 7 Hamas attacks.
BREAKFAST WRAP: Albanese Government braces for rising rates and growing AI threat
Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
Changing Australia: Morag Gamble and living life by permaculture
As the effects of climate change set in, some people are looking at different ways to grow and harvest food and understand and connect with the environment around them.
Aaron Violi says mandatory reporting of AI breaches should be considered
The federal government is developing new standards which would require tech companies to immediately report rogue AI incidents.
Chalmers says he doesn't want to see workers 'carry the can' for Middle East war
The Reserve Bank is meeting today for the sixth time this year, and financial markets and economists think it is almost certain it will raise interest rates for the fourth time.
Former director describes Baird's departure from Cricket Australia as an 'honourable decision'
Test batting great David Boon has been named interim chair of Cricket Australia, after former New South Wales premier Mike Baird announced he was stepping down.
Northern Ireland tensions simmer over Orange Order parade
The Drumcree parade was due to go ahead for the first time in 30 years after a series of legal challenges.
Five men suspected of involvement in terrorist plot at a UK military base released on bail
The men were detained on Sunday after three vans were spotted in the countryside near RAF Fairford.
'If they are operating in Australia, we can regulate more easily,' Attorney General on AI regulation
The federal government is pushing for mandatory reporting after it took OpenAI three months to inform the government about a breach.
What can Australia learn from EU's AI laws?
It's been two years since the European Union passed its AI law, so what lessons can Australia take from Europe?
Breakfast Wrap: Finance Minister blames war for sticky inflation
A day out from an expected interest rate rise Finance Minister Katy Gallagher denies federal government spending is fuelling high inflation. Also, after UK authorities intercept what appears to be a major terror plot on a joint US UK base in England, the Shadow Defence Minister points out Australia's possible vulnerability on this front.Coverage and analysis of national and inter
