Radio National Breakfast
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South Australia confirms first mammal case of bird flu
A deceased long-nose fur seal was found at Beachport on SA's south-east coast and tested positive for the H5 strain of bird flu.
Queensland set to toughen bail laws once more
Queensland advocates have expressed concerns about the state government's latest proposal to harden bail laws.
Coalition unlikely to cut backpacker migration numbers, Duniam says
Jonno Duniam is leading the Coalition's internal process to land a migration policy.
Pat Conroy defends former ministers lobbying for defence industry
Four Corners is highlighting the dozens of former defence officials, including former ministers and top brass, who have moved into lobbying on behalf of the defence industry.
Former acting inspector-general says Support at Home 'a disaster'
A Senate inquiry into the government's Support at Home Program is expected to hear serious concerns about the program's viability from key members in the aged care sector today.
Can the cost of rental properties continue to climb?
New data from property data company - Cotality - has shown rents in some parts of Australia have soared by 80% in the last five years.
Why Canada wouldn't accept trade terms with the US
Negotiations on a significant trade deal between the US and Canada have collapsed.
Grain growers worry visa pause will leave harvest short-staffed
As grain growers begin preparations for harvest, some are sounding the alarm that their staff could be cut short by the federal government's pausing of holiday-maker visas.
Breakfast Wrap: Israeli Ambassador defends investigation
The Israel Defense Forces this week released its findings into its attacks which killed aid and medical workers in Gaza.The Australian government yesterday expressed outrage that no criminal findings were made in the deaths of Australian aid worker Zomi Frankcom and her World Central Kitchen colleagues.Yesterday, the Israeli Ambassador was called into a meeting with the Foreign M
The Friday Political Panel
Our Friday political panel discuss the week that was in politics.
'Pathetic', Michael McCormack criticises government over veteran health cap
Nationals MP Michael McCormack has used Question Time this week to criticise the government over the $5000 Veterans' health cap.
Minister calls for explanation on alleged Brethren election disruption
A parliamentary inquiry looking into the 2025 election will today hear from the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church.
Skilled migration still critical to Australia's economy, tech sector says
A joint federal parliamentary inquiry into skilled migration is set to hear from the booming technology sector today in Melbourne.
Russia strikes amid Ukrainian political tension
At least 16 Ukrainians have been killed in overnight Russian strikes, as strikes between the two countries continue to escalate.
Medecins Sans Frontieres 'outraged' by IDF findings
The IDF found there were mitigating circumstances in both cases involving the killing of MSF staff and their relatives - and won't take further action.
USS Abraham Lincoln deployed for record breaking nine months
A former US-Navy psychologist explains the impact to those on board.
Israel's ambassador doesn't rule out reparations for Frankcom family
Yesterday, the Israeli Ambassador was called into a meeting with the Foreign Minister - amid calls for him to be expelled from the country.
Breakfast Wrap: Australia 'outraged' after Israel closes investigation
Foreign Minister Penny Wong has expressed outrage at Israel's decision to close an investigation on strikes that killed an Australian aid worker and her colleagues.She says the timing is insulting to Zomi Frankcom's family and all Australians, after the government was informed shortly before a public announcement, and on World Humanitarian Day.On The Breakfast Wrap we hear from i
Rain won't dampen outback festival Mundi Mundi Bash
A deluge of rain has threatened the start of the annual Mundi Mundi Bash, which brings 15,000 people to the outback city of Broken Hill.
Changing Australia: Rochelle Courtenay and ending period poverty
Once upon a time in Australia, menstrual products were taxed as non-essential goods.
AUSTRAC uncovers coordinated mortgage fraud at major banks
In some cases, money from offshore or third parties was used to settle property purchases or make repayments.
eSafety Commission sends final warning to Roblox
Australia's second-most popular game for children Roblox will have three months to implement safety changes, or risk a Federal Court order.
Could an oil discovery change the Brazilian election?
Brazil's president has welcomed the discovery of large oil reserves near the Amazon coast despite opposition to drilling in the area from environmentalists.
Ukraine's President facing renewed pressure to call wartime elections
Martial law prevents wartime elections in Ukraine - but ousted defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov is calling for a vote, arguing democracy shouldn't be a "peacetime luxury".
Israeli Ambassador should go home, says UN Commissioner of Inquiry
The IDF has cleared its personnel of any criminal wrongdoing for a 2024 strike that killed seven aid workers, including Australian Zomi Frankcom.
Julian Hill: IDF decision not to pursue criminal charges a 'gratuitous insult'
IDF soldiers involved in a strike that killed humanitarian worker Zomi Frankcom and her World Central Kitchen colleagues will not face criminal proceedings.
IDF decision to clear soldiers involved in strike 'absolutely outrageous', Larissa Waters says
The Greens Leader says sending the Israeli Ambassador home should be 'on the table.'
Why veterans are calling for allied health funding cap to be scrapped
Yesterday, former Australian Army corporal and Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie gave parliament an emotional account of her health challenges.
Breakfast Wrap: Gambling reforms pass lower house
Labor's gambling advertising bill has officially passed the lower house of parliament.As well as the government and the Shadow Minister for Communications, we hear from two voices not too happy about the bill's passing. One, understandably, representing gambling companies. But the other, a Coalition MP who crossed the floor to vote against the reforms, arguing they didn't go far
South Korea responds to Donald Trump's criticism
South Korea says its government is working closely with the US on a potential military contribution to the Iran War.
Changing Australia: Hunter Johnson and reshaping what it means to be a man today
How do you define 'masculinity'?
First-ever National Youth Parliament convenes
The first-ever National Youth Parliament is convening in Canberra this week, bringing together 150 secondary school students from across the country.
'We've landed in the right spot,' Hastie satisfied with gambling ad reform
Liberal frontbencher Andrew Hastie was one of several MPs to sign a letter calling for the government to strengthen its gambling ad reforms.
Government to crack down on super switching schemes
Assistant Treasurer Daniel Mulino will appear at the National Press Club today to announce a crackdown on super switching schemes.
How has footy media handled the Sydney Swans?
Federal politicians, former AFLW players and survivor advocates have criticised football media's framing of the Victoria police investigation into an alleged sexual assault in Melbourne. Four Sydney Swans players have been linked to the investigation, although there is no confirmation the four players are directly involved or that they have all spoken to the police.Overnight the
How will the gambling reforms impact wagering services?
Under the proposed legislation is a crackdown of inducements enticing people to gamble, an opt-out of online wagering advertising, and restrictions on advertising.
Regions brace for slowdown of working holiday visas
Regional tourism groups, farmers and charities are raising concerns over the federal government's decision to pause the visa applications for working holiday-makers from 24 countries.
Trump threatens to bomb Oman, a US ally, amid Hormuz negotiations
Donald Trump has threatened to blow up the Gulf nation if it "got in the way" of negotiations to broker a deal on the Strait of Hormuz.
Sarah Henderson says amendments to gambling legislation make 'significant difference'
The government's gambling reforms are now set to pass the Senate this evening.
Why Andrew Wallace crossed the floor on gambling reform
Andrew Wallace crossed the floor over concerns that gambling reform did not go "far enough."
Breakfast Wrap: What's the cost of early super access?
One Nation wants to expand early access to superannuation for some Australians. Access is currently allowed in limited circumstances, with the Tax Office approving almost 68,000 applications for early access in 2024 to 2025.Then, new restrictions on gambling advertisements are expected to pass parliament this week, with the government striking a tentative deal with the Coalition.
Changing Australia: Beau Miles the adventurer and cultural influencer
From global sea kayaking to mountaineering, Beau Miles has had an eventful life as an adventurer.
'Disgraceful', victims of gambling harm say reforms don't go far enough
The federal government appears to be closer to securing a gambling deal with the opposition.
Australia's superannuation system a 'national asset', Andrew Charlton says
One Nation has suggested cash-strapped Australians struggling with the cost of living should be able to apply for early access to their superannuation.
Barnaby Joyce defends One Nation's superannuation policy proposal
One Nation wants to expand early access to superannuation for some Australians.
How would early access impact retirement superannuation?
One Nation has hinted they'll bring in more lenient early access clauses to help people under mortgage stress, while the government says hardship support is available.
The US-Iran MoU has lapsed, what now?
Today marks the end of the 60-day memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran, with no permanent end to the war in sight.
Jared Kushner meets with Benjamin Netanyahu, after talks with Hamas
Mr Kushner - who is US President Donald Trump's son-in-law - met the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a day after meeting Hamas' political leader in Egypt.
Aged care assessment algorithm 'fundamentally flawed', Shadow Aged Care Minister says
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Breakfast Wrap: The great GST debate
A new war of words has broken out between state and territory governments, after the Productivity Commission labelled the 2018 GST deal for Western Australia a "costly mistake".The interim report from the Productivity Commission - released on Friday - found the deal has cost the federal budget $23-billion in its first 6 years, $22-billion of which had flowed to WA.We hear from th
Changing Australia: Aaron Eger and saving the kelp forests
Beneath the surface of our arctic seas, there are stunning - and often overlooked - forests.
Daniel Mookhey announces NSW data centre expectations
The NSW Treasurer says data centres must demonstrate how they will offset their power and water use.
Mathias Cormann 'fundamentally disagrees' GST deal a mistake
The Productivity Commission has labelled the 2018 GST deal for Western Australia a "costly mistake", but Mathias Cormann defends the GST arrangements struck while Finance Minister.
2018 GST deal has 'made Australia unfairer and Western Australia richer' SA Treasurer says
The Productivity Commission has labelled the 2018 GST deal for Western Australia a "costly mistake".
WA Treasurer Rita Saffioti defends Western Australia's GST distribution
The WA Treasurer says that they WA is 'very, very confident' in their current GST deal.
Government 'confident' it'll secure support for NDIS reforms
The federal government says it's confident it will make a deal with the Opposition to pass sweeping changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
KPMG must do more to prevent misuse of client information, Dave Sharma says
NSW Liberal Senator Dave Sharma is a committee member with of the the Parliamentary Joint Committee on Corporations and Financial Services.
Is Australia at risk of a measles outbreak?
A world first study estimates 1.7 million Australians are not protected against measles, fuelling concerns the country is at risk of more outbreaks.
Roy Butler describes NSW gun buyback as 'nuts'
The buyback scheme is set to start in November.
Where does Israeli strikes leave US-brokered truce for Southern Lebanon?
The Lebanese health ministry says at least 11 people have been killed by Israeli strikes in the country's south, over the weekend.
Breakfast Wrap: Five years from the fall of Kabul
This weekend marks five years since Afghanistan's capital Kabul fell to Taliban forces.We look back at the chaotic withdrawal of US troops, the end of a devastating war, and the repression that's followed. You'll hear from a former Afghan politician who fled to the US in 2021.Then, why is Tasmania the last state to record a bird flu case.And the count down is on to count Count Bi
The Friday Political Panel
Our Friday political panel discuss the week that was.
Building up not out: NSW launches new plans for Sydney
How do you squeeze 1.3 million more people into Australia's largest city?
'I love Andrew Bragg. He's full of ideas' Nationals leader says
Opposition Leader Angus Taylor says he's told front-bencher Andrew Bragg his job is to "express the views of the Coalition" after the Shadow Minister for Housing's Press Club address.
The fall of Kabul: five years on
Tomorrow marks five years since Afghanistan's capital Kabul fell to Taliban forces.
KPMG to appear before parliamentary committee
The company is accused of using information obtained in audits of its clients - that it knew was off limits - to win new business.
Why US sailors are reportedly jumping overboard
There are reports out of the United States that sailors have tried to jump overboard from a US aircraft carrier facing deteriorating conditions after being on deployment for more than 250 days.
Global shipping woes deepen as Hormuz future remains clouded
The new head of Iran's Basij paramilitary says the Strait of Hormuz is "under Iran's control and management".
Voting underway in Clacton by-election
Voters in the English seaside constituency of Clacton are voting in a high-stakes by-election that will determine the future of Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Tasmania confirms first case of deadly bird flu strain H5N1
The Tasmanian government says it's a single case - and not yet considered an outbreak.
Breakfast Wrap: A radical plan for housing
The shadow minister delivered a speech to the National Press Club yesterday in which he called for the National Construction Code to be cut from 2,000 to 80 pages. We hear from the shadow minister and the industry about his proposals. Then, what do you know about Australia's under-sea fibre optic cables? An expert explains why we need to do more to protect them.Recap the morning'
Changing Australia: David Williams and building confidence in others
For decades David Williams has helped people - living with down syndrome and intellectual disabilities - find their voices.
Federal and NSW governments to split $2.5 billion Tomago Aluminium bailout
They're jointly contributing $2.5 billion, while Tomago Aluminum has agreed to invest at least $1.1 billion in the facility.
Low-income Australians 'definitely' need to accept substandard housing, Bragg says
Andrew Bragg says he thinks low-income Australians need to accept substandard housing if they want to get into the housing market.
Proposed gambling ad opt out 'conflict of interest' for commercial broadcasters, former SBS chair says
The federal government is moving closer to a deal with the opposition on its gambling regulations now.
How many pages should be in a national building code?
That's the question at the heart of a new debate around Australia's housing crisis.
How vulnerable are Australia's subsea cables?
Two cables - lying on the ocean floor in a Submarine Cable Protection Zone off the coast of Perth - suffered faults last weekend.
Syria sentences former leader Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia
The former dictator led a regime responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people - and the displacement of millions.
Commonwealth Bank reports $10.9 billion annual profit
CBA raised its fully franked final dividend to $2.70, up 10 cents on last year.
Breakfast Wrap: What is scandium?
The US government has announced more than half-a-billion dollars in funding for a "world-first" mining project in central western New South Wales. We unpack why. Then, the Federal Treasurer discusses the RBA's latest decision on interest rates. We cover the latest in Colombia following this week's deadly earthquake. And a group is pushing for questions on allergies to be part of
