Renowned award-winning political and investigative journalist Sharri Markson with her take on the big news stories of the day.
Anthony Albanese drops a hint about a possible wedding date with fiancée Jodie Hayden, Chris Minns says tobacco tax is fuelling the black market. Plus, Dorinda Cox’s defection complicates Labor-Greens talks on the super tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greens senator Dorinda Cox makes a shock switch to Labor, the Coalition signals support for Labor’s super tax if Chalmers changes course. Plus, fresh calls for a new US ambassador after Trump’s latest tariff threat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ted O’Brien and Tim Wilson score big in the Shadow Cabinet reshuffle while Jane Hume and Jacinta Price miss out, Labor backs Woodside’s gas extension. Plus, Elon Musk says he’s done with the White House after mocking Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Colin Boyce lashes out at David Littleproud for misleading Nationals MPs before the Coalition split, Jacinta Allan takes aim at Israel over Gaza blockade. Plus, Labor greenlights Woodside’s North West Shelf gas project extension. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US says Gaza ceasefire deal is on the table as Israel warns of major offensive, Sydney misses out on 25,000 homes after ATC blocks $5b Rosehill sale. Plus, French President Emmanuel Macron says his wife’s push was just a joke, not a domestic dispute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Wilson says Zoe Daniel is undermining trust in the AEC by not conceding Goldstein, politicians get extra time before paying the super tax. Plus, teens charged as Victoria fast-tracks machete sale ban after Northland gang brawl. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sussan Ley returns to talks with David Littleproud, putting Coalition split and shadow cabinet on hold, Keir Starmer gets a boost as net migration halves in the UK. Plus, Trump clashes with South Africa’s President in a tense White House meeting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liberals weigh their next move after Nationals walk away from Coalition, Elon Musk vows to scale back political donations. Plus, UK freezes trade talks with Israel, condemning growing extremism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nationals break away from the Liberal Party in a historic Coalition split, welfare experts urge Anthony Albanese to end energy bill rebates. Plus, Victorian Liberals vow to scrap Labor’s emergency services tax as firefighter protests ramp up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liberals need to reconnect with their values, more catching on to tobacco tax truth, government overreach having real consequences, cash-strapped Victoria government still spending. Plus, EU wants to strengthen Australian defence ties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greens elect Larissa Waters as new leader after May 3 election setback, Anthony Albanese heads to Jakarta with defence high on the agenda for meeting with President Prabowo. Plus, Richard Marles rejects Ed Husic’s ‘factional assassin’ claim. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Liberal leader Sussan Ley walks back past support for Palestine, Treasurer Jim Chalmers faces pressure over Labor’s planned super tax changes. Plus, Melbourne council slammed for voting to remove a Captain Cook memorial permanently. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Albanese rewards allies in major ministry reshuffle, Fitch raises alarm over Australia’s AAA credit rating after S&P warning. Plus, China and the US agree to a 90 day pause on tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vladimir Putin faces accusations of delaying peace talks, Trump officials say a trade deal with China is done but offer few details. Plus, Hamas agrees to release US-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharri looks at key factors as the conclave picks the next pope, Jacinta Price joins Angus Taylor’s leadership team. Plus, senior Nationals MP says a new Coalition deal with the Liberals isn’t final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Wilson floated as potential Liberal leader after reclaiming Goldstein, Nationals split debated as former leader pushes back. Plus, NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb to step down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor factions clash over cabinet roles, Hollie Hughes says Angus Taylor undermined Peter Dutton during the campaign. Plus, Penny Wong rejects speculation she’ll step down next term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liberals brace for interna; battles over leadership and policy, Greens face major blow as Adam Bandt slips in the count. Plus, Nine faces scrutiny over payment to a witness in the Ben Roberts-Smith case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese refuses to rule out more taxes, Liberals go negative in last campaign days, the latest on Ben Roberts-Smith’s appeal. Plus, Shadow Indigenous Affairs Minister Jacinta Nampijinpa Price joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AEC refers Clare O’Neil to integrity taskforce over Chinese booth hires, Adam Bandt makes promises to Muslim campaigners as Greens eye post-election power. Plus, Tony Blair says current net zero policies are doomed to fail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor’s unrealised capital gains tax plan sparks warning for 130,000 Australians, Tony Abbott slams Welcome to Country as divisive after Anzac protests. Plus, Monique Ryan denies foreign influence after backing from CCP-linked group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Poll shows Trump backlash drives voters from Dutton to Albanese, the Coalition announces huge defence boost as Dutton vows to keep Australia safe. Plus, election spending threatens Australia's AAA credit rating. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Albanese backs Labor candidate over Dutton Nazi meme post, NT to tighten bail laws after fatal supermarket attack. Plus, Gen Z’s surprising views revealed in new Anzac survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anthony Albanese's duplicity exposed as he preferences an Israel-hating radical despite claiming he wouldn't do deals with the Greens. And Sophie Elsworth joins the show from the Vatican as the Pope's body lies in state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liberal Party intel shows the election is much closer than the polls suggest, radio legend Ray Hadley discusses Monique Ryan's shocking day where she refused to answer questions on three separate occasions. Plus, crowds gather to mourn Pope Francis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
World’s Catholics mourn death of Pope, unpacking polls for Federal election, horrific drowning over Easter Weekend. Plus, protestor crashes Albanese’s campaign trail in Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a landmark ruling, UK's top court claims the legal definition of woman refers to biological sex, father-of-three camps outside the PM's mansion in protest over Australia’s worsening housing crisis. Plus, Peter Dutton vows to end bracket creep. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor leads in polls but Albanese and Dutton hit record-low approval ratings, Russia labels Australia a threat to regional stability. Plus, Albanese pledges 100,000 homes to tackle the housing crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor widens lead as voters back Albanese on cost of living, Coalition senator shrugs off neo-Nazis as ‘cosplaying losers’. Plus, Labor MPs criticised for opposing home buyer tax breaks they’ve used themselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Voters tip Labor to govern in minority, Dutton’s son slams Labor over housing. Plus, Shadow Minister James Paterson targeted by Neo-Nazis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
