Renowned award-winning political and investigative journalist Sharri Markson with her take on the big news stories of the day.
Chris Bowen and Ted O’Brien go head to head over energy policy in a fiery Press Club showdown, Jacinta Price warns Labor could pursue Treaty despite Voice loss. Plus, universities under fire for enrolling low-ATAR students into teaching degrees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharri unpacks the Treasurers' Debate, Jim Chalmers refuses to apologise on energy prices, Angus Taylor takes aim at big government spending. Plus, Anthony Albanese fails to secure tariff exemption. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharri breaks down the first leaders’ debate as 100 undecided voters quiz Albanese and Dutton, Albanese admits more to do on cost of living. Plus, Dutton backs a fuel excise cut to ease the pressure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Over $85b wiped from ASX as Trump’s tariff threats rattle global markets, Chris Bowen’s $260k climate travel bill under fire. Plus, UK’s Keir Starmer weakens green rules to shield car industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Protesters dragged from NSW hospital after crashing Albanese’s visit, Dutton says only he can secure a tariff deal with Trump. Plus, the PM falls off stage while posing for photos on the campaign trail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jacinta Allan’s falling popularity could damage Albanese’s election chances, Peter Dutton says he’s ready to take on Trump to defend Australia’s interests. Plus, Redbridge director Kos Samaras explains how the election race could shift dramatically. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Dutton slams Jacinta Allan’s focus on the Suburban Rail Loop as he vows to cut funding, Hamas executes protesters in a brutal crackdown. Plus, a new poll reveals Australia’s growing concerns over Trump and US relations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anthony Albanese faces backlash for stepping away from key energy price modelling, supermarket giants push back against Labor’s taskforce plan. Plus, a Chinese surveillance vessel circles southern Australia raising security concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Dutton delivers his Budget reply as the PM is expected to call an election Friday to overshadow it, the Coalition promises to cut migration numbers. Plus, Anthony Albanese invites Donald Trump to Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor funded influencers’ travel for budget coverage, Peter Dutton blasts the government’s $5-a-week tax cuts as a “cruel hoax”amid rising costs. Plus, Jacqui Lambie clashes with Jane Hume over Coalition’s plan to cut public service jobs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Teal MP Monique Ryan apologises after her husband grabbed a Liberal opponent’s sign and ran off, police investigate activist Zara Cooper over posts targeting a Jewish council leader. Plus, Albanese links working from home to easing living costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Libby Mettam resigns as WA Liberal leader. Peter Dutton is heckled by climate activists as two people are forcibly removed from the event. Plus, new claims about John F. Kennedy’s assassination emerge in newly released files. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new Redbridge poll finds Peter Dutton and the Coalition are viewed as best to manage China ties. A report links Donald Trump to a drop in tourism. Plus, Israel resumes war on Hamas after a failed ceasefire extension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Dutton calls for a referendum to give politicians the power to deport dual citizens, Labor falls behind on climate targets as key modelling disappears from its website. Plus, Clive Palmer spends $500k on YouTube ads in just 10 days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anthony Albanese attends a $100,000 dinner with super donors at Sydney’s Aria as Aussies struggle to get by, Liberals hint at tax cuts if elected. Plus, Dutton pledges $35 million to restore Melbourne's firebombed Adass Israel synagogue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The PM uses critical minerals as a bargaining chip in the Trump tariff standoff, a graduate faces deportation as Trump cracks down on student protests. Plus, Vladimir Putin responds to a Ukraine ceasefire plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Peter Dutton pledges to end public servants' work-from-home privileges, Jacinta Allan apologises to crime victims as tougher bail laws are unveiled, and Trump drops his threat to double Canada tariffs and dismisses recession fears. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donald Trump stokes US recession fears triggering a share market meltdown, Anthony Albanese rules out a last-ditch trip to Washington. Plus, calls grow for a private UN Security Council meeting over spirallling violence in war-torn Syria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal and New South Wales police execute search warrants linked to a caravan terror plot, Peter Duttin tackles anti-Jew hatred in schools. Plus, Anthony Albanese faces a sea of deficits in the upcoming budget after confirming May election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pro-Hezbollah preacher has visa cancelled, Burke still missing on funeral attendees, Cyclone Alfred bearing down on NSW and Queensland. Plus, will Albanese call election this weekend? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Millions of people go into lockdown in high-risk areas of Queensland and northern NSW. Plus, a pro-Hezbollah preacher who celebrates martyrs, is set to arrive in Australia for a speaking tour. Why is Tony Burke giving him a visa? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Talks loom of Britain and France protecting Europe from Russia with their nuclear weapons, a Greens pro-Palestine candidate lectures students about the "genocide" in Gaza. Plus, Philip Lowe says interest rates did not cause the cost of living crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Data lifts the lid on the pay gap problem, RBA rate cut too late for many as Albanese’s rating dips, the Coalition wants public servants in office. Plus, tensions in the middle east on the rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Morrison accuses Labor of acquiescence, Albanese fails to stand up to China again, disaster interview exposes smear truth, Labor go negative because it’s all they have. Plus, we may get an election call this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tony Burke has failed this challenge, Labor’s dirt campaign kicks into overdrive, Dutton’s property portfolio targeted, PM ‘misled’ public over Chinese drills. Plus, thousands farewell the Bibas family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Australians attend the funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Lebanon, the PM defends China's aggressive actions in the Tasman Sea. Plus, Ariel Bibas' five-year-old best friend tells his mum that he is not dead and is just in his room. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese throws more money at green dreams, US President Trump blames Ukraine for ongoing conflict, AISO reveals state sponsored murder plots. Plus, a new era of corporate culture on the rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharri says serious questions emerge about the independence of the RBA following yesterday's rate cut announcement. Plus, James Packer on the rise of antisemitism, and the heart-breaking update of the Bibas family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharri exposes the doctors who claim Israeli women were not raped during the October 7 attacks. Plus, why haven't NSW Police pressed charges against the Bankstown nurses? And leading economist s concerned the RBA has bowed to political pressure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Albanese government have put the RBA in a tough situation, Senator Fatima Payman's shocking defence of the vile antisemitic nurses, and JD Vance issues a challenge to European leaders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
