
7News Just In
7News Just In is a daily podcast that brings you the latest news from Australia. Each episode covers the top stories and breaking news from across the country. Produced by LiSTNR, this podcast offers a concise update for listeners seeking to stay informed on current events in Australia.
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Melbourne man arrested over alleged ISIS propaganda distribution
A 65-year-old Melbourne man has been arrested and accused of being a member of ISIS following a counter-terrorism operation at his Carlton home. The AFP alleges the man acted as an online propagandist, distributing approximately 10,000 files containing extremist ISIS content between November 2015 and July 2020. The investigation began after Australian Border Force seized electronic devices contain

Earl Spencer apologises over Piers Morgan book error
Earl Spencer has issued an apology to broadcaster Piers Morgan after wrongly claiming in his new memoir about Princess Diana that Morgan was the Daily Mirror editor when the paper published covert gym photos of Diana in 1993. Morgan, who didn't join the Mirror until 1995, is now taking legal action and demanding the book be pulped. The memoir also contains claims that King Charles body-shamed Dian

Jetstar workers waive passenger fees in industrial action
Jetstar staff have launched 24-hour industrial action, waiving fees for checked-in baggage, seat changes and excess baggage charges while campaigning for better pay and conditions. The Australian Services Union is demanding wage increases, improved morning shift penalties, overtime payments and entitlements. The action coincides with school holidays and the AFL Grand Final weekend, while Virgin st

Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy inquest continues
A coronial inquest in Devonport is examining the December 2021 Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy that killed six children and injured three others. The hearing has focused on Tasmania's health system response, with North West Hospital's executive general manager Paula Hyland and forensic pathologist Dr Andrew Reid providing evidence about treatment decisions and causes of death after the jumping ca

Suspended Sydney Swans players return to club
Five Sydney Swans players suspended for breaching club standards following an incident at the Pullman Hotel in Melbourne are expected to return to the club's Moore Park headquarters for the first time today. The players were suspended for the remainder of the AFL season five weeks ago. Their return coincides with end-of-season review meetings traditionally held between coaching staff and players.S

Trump threatens Iran annihilation at UN General Assembly
US President Donald Trump addressed the UN General Assembly, presenting Iran with two stark options: a peace deal to restore oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz or regime annihilation. Trump also proposed renaming artificial intelligence to 'super intelligence'. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joined world leaders including France's Emmanuel Macron at a UN summit on child safety onlin

Manhunt underway after shooting ambush in Melbourne
A 28-year-old man was ambushed by a gunman who fired six shots at him as he returned home from work on Galileo Place in Greenvale, Melbourne's northwest. Security footage captured the attack, showing a dark-coloured car pulling up before the front-seat passenger ran towards the victim and opened fire, though the man remarkably escaped injury by dodging the bullets. This is the second attack target

Girl dies in horrific Adelaide crash
An 11-year-old girl has died following a head-on collision between two vehicles on Commercial Road in Moana, Adelaide's south. The child and her 35-year-old mother from Christies Downs were trapped in their Subaru Pulsar after colliding with a Nissan driven by a 37-year-old Seaford Meadows man. Despite efforts from neighbours, including a retired trauma nurse, and paramedics, the girl could not be

Ex-partner testifies in Beau Lamarre-Condon murder trial
The double murder trial of former Sydney police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon continues with emotional testimony from Jessie Baird's ex-partner, Corey Dean Thorpe. Thorpe described a November 2023 phone call in which Baird expressed fear, saying Lamarre-Condon had a gun, went through his phone while he slept, and repeatedly contacted him. The 31-year-old accused has pleaded not guilty to the 2024 mu

Expert urges RBA governor to blame government spending for rate hikes
Economic director at Compare the Market has written an open letter to Reserve Bank Governor Michelle Bullock ahead of next week's RBA meeting, where an 88% chance exists of a fourth rate hike this year bringing the cash rate to 4.6%. The letter argues that inflation is being driven by government spending in the Cabinet Room rather than consumer activity, with government spending as a share of GDP

Lachie Neal ruled out of grand final
Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neal has been ruled out of the AFL grand final after the tribunal upheld his one-game ban for an intentional strike during the match against Hawthorn. The tribunal hearing lasted over four hours, with chair Jeff Gleeson KC determining the incident was an intentional strike to the guts of Jack Ginevan. The Lions are considering their options for a potential appeal to the

Boy fights for life after Sydney shooting
An 11-year-old boy remains on life support after being shot in Sydney's North West on Monday. Police are searching for a teenager who fled the scene with the gun and investigating the incident, which has revealed the boy's family has alleged links to underworld activity, including his father's drug convictions and his grandfather's murder in a gangland hit over two decades ago. Authorities are str

Teen thugs attack Gold Coast security guard, Lachie Neale ruled out of AFL Grand Final
A Gold Coast security guard remains in serious condition after being attacked by teenage offenders at Westfield Coomera shopping centre, with police hunting the group who fled to the nearby train station. An 11-year-old boy fights for life in Sydney's northwest after being shot in his mother's home, with witnesses on the run and family refusing to cooperate with police investigating possible links

Security guard hospitalised after teen attack at Coomera Westfield
A 65-year-old security guard remains in serious condition at Gold Coast University Hospital after being assaulted by a group of teenagers at Coomera Westfield shopping centre. The attack occurred just before 7pm, with the victim being punched and knocked to the ground, hitting his head on concrete. Police are reviewing security footage and searching for the group of teenagers, who are believed to

Kylie Minogue rehearses at MCG for grand final
Kylie Minogue rehearsed at the MCG for Saturday's season finale performance, where she will perform a 20-minute set featuring up to nine of her biggest hits. She will be joined by G Flip and footy legend Mike Brady, who will perform his classic 'Up There Cazaly'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WA schools ban smart glasses over privacy fears
Western Australian state schools will ban smart glasses from classrooms starting next term due to privacy and security concerns. The wearable technology, which includes hidden cameras and speakers, has tripled in usage over the past year with affordable models now available at retailers like Kmart for under $100. The ban applies to students, parents and teachers, with concerns about unauthorised r

Fremantle braces for grand final; AI nations showdown; Smart glasses school ban
Fremantle prepares for its biggest event since the America's Cup as 40,000 Fremantle Dockers fans are expected to fill the city for the AFL Grand Final. A showdown on artificial intelligence is looming in New York, with the United Nations divided over how to tackle the technology and Australia joining 21 other countries, calling for stronger rules and protections to ensure AI remains under human c

Three teens rob Thornley service station on moped
Three teenagers wearing balaclavas robbed a 7-Eleven store in Thornley, stealing multiple items before fleeing on a moped they had parked in the doorway. The brazen daylight robbery was captured on video by a witness, with the offenders showing no concern about being recorded. Armadale detectives are investigating the incident, which has sparked community concerns about juvenile crime and calls fo

Gus Lamont case continues; Aus's first deepfake pornography prosecution; Teenage stabbing
Gus Lamont's family plans to search eagle nests on their outback property nearly a year after the four-year-old's disappearance from Oak Park Station near Yunta, while his grandmother pleads with police to stop treating her as a suspect. In Australia's first deepfake pornography prosecution, a teenage victim delivered a powerful court statement against William Yates, who created sexualised images

Police officer claims self-defence in double shooting trial
A murder trial has heard a police officer's defence claim that two fatal shootings were accidental and occurred in self-defence. The accused allegedly disguised himself as an Uber rider to collect belongings from his ex-partner's home, where a struggle resulted in two deaths. The bodies were later disposed of near Goulburn, with the accused allegedly referencing a Taylor Swift song about hiding ev

Teen terror plot foiled; dismissed concerns on accused rapist doctor; Briber behind bars
Counter-terrorism police in Maryborough have disrupted an alleged terror plot by a 14-year-old boy who was planning imminent attacks on multiple locations, including a school. The state government has dismissed concerns about an accused rapist doctor with no restrictions on his medical licence, with Dr. Safara Roth is accused of molesting a patient inside a Logan Home medical clinic, and despite b

Nick Daicos breaks Brownlow record; Driver's fatal car hit confusion; Corruption commission
Nick Daicos wins the 2024 Brownlow Medal with a record-breaking 47 votes, the highest tally in AFL history, surpassing previous records and drawing comparisons to Gary Ablett Jr. A driver who fatally struck a grandmother in Frankston says he didn't stop because he thought he'd hit a pothole with the 55-year-old told police he only realised what happened when he heard it on the news hours later. Th

Weight loss drugs now delivered to your door
Eli Lilly has launched LillyDirect, an online service allowing Australians to have weight loss drugs like Mounjaro delivered to their homes after uploading a doctor's prescription. The initiative aims to reduce costs and improve access for patients, as two-thirds of Australian adults are overweight or obese, conditions linked to more than 200 illnesses and 13 types of cancer. Medical professionals

Child fights for life after shooting; Mother charged for stabbing children; AI showdown
An 11-year-old boy is fighting for life after being shot in the face inside a Norwest apartment, with witnesses fleeing the scene and are currently on the run from police. A mother has been charged with the murder of her five-year-old son and the attempted murder of his two siblings, the 42-year-old is accused of stabbing the three children before turning the knife on herself inside the family car

Driver allegedly six times over limit after Northern Beaches crash
A 31-year-old driver was arrested on the Northern Beaches after allegedly recording a blood alcohol reading of 0.28, nearly six times the legal limit, following a crash into parked cars on Oatway Parade in North Manly. The man repeatedly denied driving despite being pulled from the driver's seat of his Mazda 3, with police finding a wad of cash in his pocket and an empty whiskey bottle in the pass

Super for housing debate splits Coalition
Opposition MP Andrew Bragg has called for debate on allowing Australians to use their superannuation to help with home ownership, despite this not being official Coalition policy. The proposal comes as mortgage holders brace for another expected interest rate rise from the Reserve Bank, with One Nation already proposing similar super laws. Finance experts warn that using superannuation as collater

Western Sydney metro expansion plans revealed
The NSW Government is considering dozens of new metro stations across Western Sydney, including locations in Schofields, Marsden Park, Bidwell, Emerton, Bradfield South, Maryland, Pondicherry, Oran Park and potentially Macarthur. The proposed extensions would connect the Western Sydney Airport Metro Line to Tallawong and expand the airport line in the south-west. The Opposition is urging the gover

Australia leads UN push for AI control
Australia has joined 21 other countries at the United Nations calling for stronger regulations to ensure artificial intelligence remains under human control. The middle power nations are challenging the US and China, who are locked in an AI arms race and want the technology unshackled. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is working alongside European leaders to push for global guardrails, while Donald

Boy fights for life after Norwest shooting
An 11-year-old boy is fighting for life in Sydney's Children's Hospital at Westmead after being shot in the face inside a bedroom at his mother's Norwest apartment. Police are searching for at least two witnesses who fled the scene, including an 18-year-old man previously shot in Greenacre, while others refuse to cooperate with investigators. Detectives are examining possible links between the apa

Prince Harry plans Diana documentary amid royal rift
Prince Harry is believed to be in talks about a new documentary celebrating the life of his mother, Princess Diana. The film will mark the 30th anniversary of her death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royal Commission into Big Build corruption begins
The long-awaited Royal Commission into corruption on Victoria's big build begins tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Daicos breaks Brownlow record with 47 votes
Nick Daicos has won the Brownlow Medal with a record-breaking 47 votes, surpassing the previous all-time single-season voting record and drawing comparisons to Gary Ablett Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane man charged over alleged bribery in Bangladesh murder case
A Brisbane man, Awlad Hossain, has been arrested by the Australian Federal Police and charged with bribing a foreign public official after allegedly transferring approximately $90,000 to contacts in Bangladesh. The charges relate to an ongoing investigation into the suspected murder of his estranged wife, dual Australian-Bangladeshi woman Rehana Parvin, whose body was found in Bangladesh in 2024.

Superannuation use as mortgage collateral divides parties
Shadow Housing Minister Andrew Bragg has proposed allowing Australians to use their superannuation as collateral or an offset against home loans, marking a shift from the Coalition's previous policy of allowing first-home buyers to withdraw super for deposits. The proposal has divided the major parties, with Labor opposing the plan while the Coalition signals openness to giving Australians more ch

Trans-Tasman crime blitz nets 1,200 arrests
A coordinated trans-Tasman police operation conducted between 14-18 September resulted in more than 1,200 arrests across Australia and New Zealand. Authorities seized 16 kilograms of heroin, 254 kilograms of methamphetamine, 11 kilograms of cocaine, firearms, and over $2 million in cash. The week-long crackdown targeted drug trafficking networks and organised crime operating between the two nation

Templestowe mansion destroyed in major blaze
A two-storey mansion on Church Street in Templestowe was destroyed by fire just after 6pm, with firefighting crews taking more than two hours to bring the blaze under control. The property was wrapped in scaffolding and believed to be vacant at the time of the fire. Investigators are working to determine the cause of the blaze.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Royal Commission into Big Build corruption begins
A Royal Commission into corruption on Victoria's Big Build projects begins tomorrow with opening remarks. The opposition has raised concerns that former premiers Daniel Andrews and Jacinta Allan could use cabinet confidentiality immunity to avoid answering questions about secret cabinet meetings. Premier Ben Carroll has also announced new regulations for data centres requiring renewable energy, re

US TV networks boycott White House over media ban
Major US television networks including CNN, NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox News have boycotted White House pool coverage after Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC and Politico from the White House. The boycott began during Trump's trip to New York for the UN General Assembly, resulting in his first engagement having no audio coverage. The banned news organisations are filing a First Amendment lawsuit alleging v

Revolver nightclub attacker jailed for seven years
Marc Bounassif has been sentenced to seven years in prison for stabbing a man more than ten times outside Melbourne nightclub Revolver in 2024. The attack, which began with an argument inside the club, involved a second assailant with a machete and left the victim so severely injured he said goodbye to his family. Bounassif will be eligible for parole after four years.See omnystudio.com/listener f

Child shot in Sydney; Beau Lamarre-Condon claims self defence; AI regulations standoff
An 11-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the face and neck inside a unit in Norwest, Sydney. Police have arrested three 18-year-olds who were present at the scene, with investigators considering links to organised crime and examining whether the shooting was accidental. Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon's defence team claims self-defence in the murder trial of Jesse

Middle powers challenge US and China on AI regulation
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined 19 other middle power nations in calling for global regulation and guardrails on artificial intelligence development. The coalition is challenging both the United States and China, whose leaders are set to meet at the White House as their countries engage in an AI arms race with minimal regulatory restraint. The group, including European leade

Beau Lamarre-Condon claims self-defence in double murder trial
Beau Lamarre-Condon is on trial in Sydney for the alleged murders of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies. His defence claims he acted in self-defence, alleging Baird was shot during a struggle at his Paddington home and that Davies accidentally shot himself after picking up the police-issued firearm during a second confrontation. The Crown alleges Lamarre-Condon later confessed to a friend that he killed

Child in critical condition after shooting in Sydney apartment
An 11-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the face and neck inside a unit in Norwest, Sydney. Three 18-year-olds were arrested at the scene, with one charged for refusing to cooperate with police, while two witnesses remain on the run. Police are investigating possible links to organised crime and have not ruled out whether the shooting was accidental.See omnystudio.com/liste

Baby bonus ruled out as birth rate declines
The federal government has ruled out a baby bonus to address Australia's declining birth rate, instead focusing on improving childcare access and affordability. An intergenerational report predicts that deaths will outnumber births in 40 years, with housing costs, groceries and cost of living identified as key barriers to families having children. Australian teachers are also calling out parents f

US networks boycott White House over Trump media ban
Major US television networks including CNN, NBC, CBS, ABC and Fox News have launched a boycott of White House pool engagements after President Donald Trump banned CNN, MSNBC and Politico from press access. The three banned outlets have filed a First Amendment lawsuit alleging constitutional violations, while Trump has circumvented the media strike by using local cameras and launching 'Trump TV' to

Nick Daicos claims maiden Brownlow with record 47 votes
Nick Daicos has won his maiden Brownlow Medal with a record-breaking 47 votes at just 23 years of age, eclipsing runner-up Bailey Smith by 11 votes. The Collingwood superstar averaged 34 disposals per game and scored votes in 18 out of 22 games during an incredible season with the Pies. Despite the individual honour, Daicos will miss this weekend's Grand Final and is already focused on next season

Hillcrest jumping castle inquest examines health response
A coronial inquest into the 2021 Hillcrest Primary School jumping castle tragedy that claimed six young lives continues in Tasmania, with day two focusing on the state's health system response. North West Hospital's Executive General Manager Paula Hyland is scheduled to give evidence about her agency's response to the accident, which occurred when a weather event launched a jumping castle 16 metre

Three teens arrested after dramatic Adelaide police chase
A police chase across Adelaide's northern suburbs ended with the arrest of three teenagers aged 15 and 17 after two stolen cars were spotted travelling in convoy. Police deployed road spikes, a taser and police dog Echo to apprehend the suspects, who attempted to flee on foot after being cornered. Both vehicles had been stolen in separate break-ins earlier in the month, and all three teenagers are

Australia joins global push against US-China AI arms race
Artificial intelligence has divided the United Nations, with Australia joining 20 middle-power nations to push for global regulatory guardrails around AI technology. The US and China, leading an AI arms race, oppose regulatory restraints and want unrestricted development. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has aligned with European leaders including Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen to demand pr

Boy critical after shooting in Sydney apartment
An 11-year-old boy is fighting for life in hospital with critical head injuries after being shot in the face and neck inside a unit block in Norwest, north-west Sydney. An 18-year-old man, known to the victim, has been charged after refusing to cooperate with police and was refused bail at Blacktown Court. Five other people were inside the apartment at the time of the shooting, with three 18-year-

Defence claims self-defence in Lamarre-Condon murder trial
Beau Lamarre-Condon's defence team has revealed their account of how Jesse Baird and Luke Davies died, claiming he did not murder either man. The defence accepts Lamarre-Condon went to Baird's Paddington home disguised as a delivery rider with his police-issued firearm, but argues an unexpected encounter led to a struggle and the deaths occurred in self-defence. The defence claims Davies was holdi

Premier keeps Olympics venue costs secret
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli is withholding detailed cost breakdowns for Brisbane's 2032 Olympic Games venue upgrades, citing concerns that revealing specific budget allocations could increase tender prices and ultimately cost taxpayers more. The government has announced plans including a replica Gabba cricket pitch to be transported to Victoria Park as Queensland's future cricket home, but

Nick Daicos wins Brownlow Medal with record votes
Nick Daicos has won the Brownlow Medal at age 23, claiming the AFL's highest individual honour with a record 47 votes in a single season. The Collingwood star polled three votes in 13 separate games and votes in 18 of 22 matches, surpassing Patrick Cripps' 2024 record. During his acceptance speech, Daicos paid tribute to Logan, an eight-year-old Make-A-Wish cancer patient and Magpies fan, whom he

Albanese joins UN push to regulate AI growth
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has joined European nations and middle powers at the UN to push for safety regulations on artificial intelligence technologies. The coalition is positioning itself against the US and China, who are engaged in an AI arms race with minimal regulatory oversight. The group has issued a statement warning that AI development is outpacing governments' ability to manage its

Boy shot in Sydney, media boycotts White House, Qld Premier withholds costs of Olympics
An 11-year-old boy has been shot in the face and neck inside a home in Sydney's northwest, with one man charged and two others arrested and released pending further inquiries. The White House TV press pool has effectively gone on strike after CNN was barred access by President Trump, with major US networks refusing to provide coverage in solidarity. Queensland Premier David Christofulli is withhol

Boy critical after shooting in Sydney's northwest
An 11-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the face and neck inside an apartment in Norwest, Sydney's northwest. Police have charged 18-year-old Isaac Beshara, the boy's half-brother, with concealing an indictable offence after three young men present at the scene refused to cooperate with investigators or reveal the location of the weapon. Authorities believe another person m

Docker fans descend on Melbourne for grand final
Fremantle Football Club fans are making a cross-country pilgrimage to Melbourne for their first AFL Grand Final appearance in 32 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Bishop of Broome faces sentencing for sex crimes
Former Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders, 76, appeared in a Perth court for his sentencing hearing after being convicted last month on 13 sex crimes, including rape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knife scare triggers Perth school lockdowns
A teenager was taken into custody in Byford after reports of a weapon led to several Perth schools being placed in lockdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Daicos favoured for maiden Brownlow Medal
The 2026 Brownlow Medal ceremony is taking place at Crown Casino with Collingwood star Nick Daicos entering as the raging favourite to win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian CBD tablet trial shows mixed results for chronic pain
An Australian company has developed a CBD cannabis tablet without THC for chronic pain management. A clinical trial of 155 people found the tablet was safe, with around 10% receiving some pain relief, though it did not outperform placebo in meeting the trial's primary goals. The company is now seeking TGA registration while researchers say further investigation is needed.See omnystudio.com/listene

New report predicts Aussies will live longer and poorer
Treasury's latest five-yearly intergenerational report forecasts Australia's demographic and economic landscape over the next 40 years, predicting a median age rise of more than six years, tripling of the over-85 population, and continued federal budget deficits. The report identifies artificial intelligence as a transformative force expected to boost productivity to 1.2%, while highlighting migra

Former NRL star Jamil Hopoate arrested for alleged drink-driving
Former NRL player Jamil Hopoate has been arrested and charged with drink-driving after allegedly crashing into a parked Toyota Hilux on Sydney's northern beaches and attempting to flee the scene in Narraweena. The 31-year-old, who refused a second breath test at Manly Police Station, faces eight charges including driving without a licence and will appear in court in October. This is the latest in

Bishop of Broome awaits sentencing for sex crimes
Former Bishop of Broome Christopher Saunders, 76, appeared in court for his sentencing hearing after being convicted on 13 sex crimes including rape against two Aboriginal male victims 40 years his junior. Covert police surveillance footage captured Saunders engaging in sexual activity with a young Aboriginal male, evidence that proved critical to his conviction following a four-year investigation

Albanese's UN push as Labor hits record low
Anthony Albanese is campaigning for Australia to secure a seat on the UN Security Council in 2029-30, pledging to press Donald Trump on AI regulation and address global oil prices during bilateral meetings in New York. Labor's primary vote has plummeted to 27%, its lowest level since 2012 under Julia Gillard, now trailing Pauline Hanson's One Nation by three points. The Prime Minister will deliver

Blue Mountains mother charged over son's death
A 41-year-old Sydney mother has been identified as a murder suspect after allegedly stabbing her three children in their car seats at Valley Heights in the Blue Mountains, killing her five-year-old son and critically injuring his siblings aged one and three. The incident occurred when the mother told her husband she was taking the children on a picnic before allegedly attacking them and then herse

Accused killer cop's murder trial begins in Sydney
The murder trial of former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon has commenced in Sydney, with prosecutors alleging he meticulously planned and executed the killings of Jesse Baird and Luke Davies at a Paddington home on 19 February 2024. The Crown alleges Lamarre-Condon disguised himself as an Uber Eats delivery driver, used his police pistol to shoot both victims, and engaged in months of stalking

Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow
Ukraine has conducted its largest drone attack on Moscow, resulting in two fatalities and approximately 450 drones shot down over the Russian capital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cargo ship collides with Chinese fishing boat
A Chinese fishing boat was struck by a 229-metre cargo ship, causing the vessel to tip and take on water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Bishop of Broome faces sentencing for sexual assault
Christopher Saunders, the 76-year-old former Bishop of Broome, appeared in Perth District Court for sentencing submissions following his August conviction for one count of sexual penetration without consent and 12 counts of indecent assault against two young Aboriginal men in northern Western Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arson attack hits Western Sydney restaurant
A Western Sydney restaurant called Welcome to Dubai was deliberately set alight in an early morning arson attack at Cecil Hills, with jerry cans found dumped at the scene around 4am.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Massa inquest examines hospital death
A coronial inquest is examining the death of two-year-old Joe Massa, who went into cardiac arrest 24 hours after presenting to Northern Beaches Hospital's emergency department with vomiting in September 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Shore retail crime blitz sees 10 charged
A three-day police operation targeting retail crime on Sydney's North Shore resulted in 10 people being charged with 20 offences.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's first integrated brain disease research clinic
The Brain Institute Clinic at Macquarie University will be Australia's first facility to house researchers and clinicians working side by side on Motor Neuron disease, dementia and Parkinson's disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia faces ageing population and economic slowdown by 2066
Australia's latest intergenerational report forecasts a rapidly ageing population with deaths projected to outnumber births by the 2060s for the first time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia bids for UN Security Council seat amid polling slump
Australia has launched a bid for a seat on the United Nations Security Council for 2029-30, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese making the pitch in New York alongside world leaders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney mother to be charged after Blue Mountains stabbing
A 42-year-old Sydney mother is expected to be charged with murder after allegedly stabbing her three children in their car at Valley Heights in the Blue Mountains.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beau Lamarre-Condon double murder trial begins
Beau Lamarre-Condon's double murder trial has commenced in the Supreme Court, more than two and a half years after his arrest.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's economy to slow as AI and ageing reshape nation by 2066
Australia's latest intergenerational report projects the nation's population will grow from 28 million to nearly 40 million by 2066, with deaths outnumbering births for the first time in the 2060s. The AI revolution is identified as the defining influence on the economy over the next 40 years, alongside fragmenting geopolitical tensions and energy security concerns. Annual GDP growth is forecast t

Living longer, learning STEM and Diana's memoir
Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers the government's intergenerational report forecasting that Australians will live longer over the next 40 years despite increasing global instability. The Science Teachers Association proposes mandatory maths and science for Year 11 and 12 students to prevent students dropping these subjects for easier options. Earl Spencer faces criticism from palace insiders for re











