Melbourne cafes are charging up to $7.50 for a latte, with South Melbourne roaster St Ali leading the price increase to $7.50 for dine-in and $6.50 for takeaway. Inner city areas like Richmond and Carlton offer more affordable options under $5. The rising coffee prices have divided consumers between those who refuse to pay premium rates and those who view it as their remaining affordable indulgence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Feb 12, 2026•56 sec
The AFL State of Origin match is bringing together former Western Bulldogs teammates Bailey Smith and Marcus Bontempelli, who had a public falling out after Smith's departure from the club last year. Both players are now representing Victoria in the revived interstate competition being held in Perth. The event includes special presentations with custom blazers and jerseys, with organisers considering the future format of the Origin concept. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Se...
Feb 12, 2026•2 min
US TV star Savannah Guthrie's 84-year-old mother Nancy has been missing for 12 days, with authorities investigating thousands of leads including a pair of gloves found near her home. Over 18,000 tips have been submitted to investigators, with 4,000 coming in the 24 hours after CCTV footage was shared publicly. Retired FBI Special Agent Richard Kolko explains how law enforcement agencies prioritise and process the massive volume of tips while working to find Nancy alive. See omnystudio.com/listen...
Feb 12, 2026•2 min
Fewer Australians plan to purchase Valentine's Day gifts in 2025, with 800,000 more people opting out compared to previous years, though overall spending is projected to reach $550 million. The shift reflects a trend towards more mindful spending, with couples prioritising savings for travel and home deposits over traditional romantic gifts. Men are expected to spend an average of $171 compared to women's $123, with flowers, chocolates and jewellery remaining the most popular gift choices. See o...
Feb 12, 2026•1 min
LIV Golf Adelaide features a blockbuster opening round with Australian favourite Mark Leishman sharing the lead with American Bryson DeChambeau. The tournament includes state-of-the-art fitness facilities where golfers focus on cardiovascular training and thoracic mobility exercises to prevent lower back injuries. Dustin Johnson arrived at the event in a $700,000 Bentley, while a brown snake incident required police escort during day one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See ...
Feb 12, 2026•3 min
Reserve Bank Governor Michelle Bullock has defended herself against accusations of gaslighting Australians about the state of the economy during a Senate hearing. The confrontation occurred while Bullock was being questioned about wages, following the Reserve Bank's decision to raise the cash rate at last week's meeting. Bullock stated she understands some people are doing it tough and reads letters from concerned Australians. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.c...
Feb 12, 2026•33 sec
A 33-year-old Port Adelaide man has been arrested and charged with child sex offences after allegedly sexually assaulting a teenage girl on a bus travelling from Adelaide CBD to the western suburbs on Monday afternoon. Police investigated the incident and the man is scheduled to appear in court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 12, 2026•22 sec
Sydney's Northern Beaches Council has introduced new dress code regulations for community buses, requiring passengers to wear clothing over swimwear. The policy was implemented after complaints from passengers about bikini-clad beachgoers and shirtless men making bus journeys uncomfortable and unhygienic. Bus drivers now have the legal authority to refuse entry to passengers not dressed appropriately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Feb 12, 2026•2 min
Gun licence applications in New South Wales surged by 71% between December 16 and January 16 compared to the previous year, following the announcement of stricter firearm laws after the Bondi terror attack. The NSW Parliament is working to introduce what would become Australia's toughest gun laws in response to the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 12, 2026•29 sec
The Liberal Party is holding a leadership spill with Angus Taylor challenging current leader Sussan Ley at a 9am party room meeting. Multiple frontbenchers including James Patterson, Michaelia Cash and Queensland moderate James McGrath have resigned, signalling growing support for Taylor. Ley's nine-month leadership has been marked by coalition splits over net zero and hate speech laws, plus Barnaby Joyce's defection to One Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystu...
Feb 12, 2026•1 min
Brisbane police are investigating a stabbing attack at East Leagues Club in Coorparoo that left three people hospitalised. Emergency services responded to the incident last night, discovering multiple victims with stab wounds. A 33-year-old man was arrested at the scene, though no charges have been laid at this stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 12, 2026•17 sec
South-east Queensland faces a severe weather warning with forecasts predicting up to 400 millimetres of rainfall over the weekend, including 200 millimetres possible within six hours. Brisbane City Council has opened sandbagging stations across multiple suburbs and distributed 140,000 sandbags, while the flood operations centre prepares for likely water releases from Wivenhoe, North Pine and Somerset dams. The heavy rainfall is expected to begin on the Gold Coast before moving north to Brisbane,...
Feb 12, 2026•1 min
Celebrity chef Melinda Essie demonstrates three aphrodisiac-filled recipes perfect for Valentine's Day: a classic dark chocolate mousse with candied hazelnuts and berries, pan-seared duck with pomegranate caramelised figs and Persian feta, and an updated prawn cocktail with fennel, orange and avocado. The dishes feature natural aphrodisiacs like dark chocolate and figs, with simple cooking techniques that create impressive results. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystu...
Feb 12, 2026•3 min
James Van Der Beek, star of Dawson's Creek, has died at age 48 after battling colorectal cancer. The actor was diagnosed in 2023 and passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife and six children. In recent interviews, Van Der Beek had spoken about how his cancer diagnosis gave him a renewed appreciation for life, his family, and his passion for acting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 11, 2026•3 min
A 1.2-metre dusky shark was discovered inside the netted harbour pool at Manly Beach in Sydney, forcing swimmers from the water. Council workers found no holes in the netting, leaving the shark's entry point a mystery. Shark expert Dr Chris Pepin-Neff discusses the safety of netted enclosures, calls for standardised audits across Sydney harbour pools, and addresses concerns about funding and maintenance following a tragic summer of shark incidents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...
Feb 11, 2026•3 min
Angus Taylor has resigned from Sussan Ley's front bench, triggering a potential Liberal Party leadership spill that could occur within days. The delay is caused by the need for Liberal MPs and senators to return to Canberra, with taxpayers covering approximately $50,000 in travel and accommodation costs for the 51 Liberal politicians and their staff. Additionally, a dispute has emerged over the Brisbane 2032 Olympic rowing venue, with Queensland's Deputy Premier insisting it will be held in Rock...
Feb 11, 2026•6 min
Norwegian swimmer Henrik Christiansen, famous for promoting muffins at the Paris Olympics, has officially passed the torch to Swiss snowboarder Jonas Hassler, who has become known as the tiramisu man at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Working dogs are now properly credentialed staff at the Winter Olympics, serving in avalanche response teams, course patrol, and security units. Bulgarian slalom snowboarder Tervil Zamfirov set off airport security scanners in Milan while wearing his bronze med...
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
AFL State of Origin returns after a 30-year hiatus with Western Australia facing Victoria in Perth. Victorian stars including Caleb Serong, Zach Butters and Nick Daicos arrived in the West, with former greats like Gary Lyon and Ross Glendinning delivering motivational messages to both teams. The historic rivalry, which includes WA's famous 1977 victory, sees regular teammates becoming rivals for the first time in three decades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio....
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
Sydney's IGA at South Everleigh is hosting a free three-course Valentine's Day dinner curated by MasterChef winner Justin Narayan. The event takes place tonight rather than on Valentine's Day itself, with wait list places filling up quickly. Diners need to queue for a spot at the special dinner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
New ING research reveals Australians are adopting extreme cost-cutting measures in 2025, with 30% willing to take cold showers and switch off air conditioning despite heatwaves to reduce energy bills. Other significant savings strategies include meal prepping, buying wonky produce and marked-down groceries, and cancelling streaming services in favour of free community activities. The research identifies energy usage, food and groceries, and entertainment as the three main areas where Australians...
Feb 11, 2026•1 min
A 26-year-old man was shot multiple times in the leg during a drive-by shooting on O'Connor Street in Guildford, Western Sydney, and is now in stable condition but refusing to cooperate with police. An hour later, another home on O'Neill Street in Guildford was fired at three times with people inside, though no one was injured. Two cars were found burnt out in the nearby suburb of Greenacre around 2:00am and 2:20am, with police investigating possible links to the shootings. See omnystudio.com/li...
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
Liberal MP Angus Taylor has resigned from the shadow cabinet, stating he cannot continue serving under opposition leader Susan Ley. Taylor is considering a second leadership challenge within 12 months, with the Liberal Party facing its worst position since its formation in 1944. Other potential contenders include Ted O'Brien and Tim Wilson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 11, 2026•1 min
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is visiting Melbourne with heightened security measures in place. Victorian police have been granted special powers under the terrorism act, allowing them to stop and search individuals and vehicles in areas where protests are expected. Herzog's planned visit to the firebombed Adas Israel synagogue has been cancelled due to security concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
Defending Olympic mogul skiing champion Jakara Anthony's bid for back-to-back gold medals ended unexpectedly when she skidded out halfway through the super final course in Lavigno, scoring just 60 points compared to her earlier 84. Australian teammate Charlotte Wilson finished sixth while Olympic debutant Emma Bosco placed 21st, leaving Australia still without a medal at these Winter Games. Norway currently leads the medal tally with seven gold medals, followed by Switzerland and the United Stat...
Feb 11, 2026•2 min
Nancy Guthrie, mother of TV host Savannah Guthrie, remains missing after an apparent abduction from her Arizona home. US police have released without charge a delivery driver named Carlos who was detained following a traffic stop, after security footage showed a masked person at Guthrie's doorstep. Authorities continue investigating the case while media coverage remains intense across the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Feb 11, 2026•3 min
Brian Barry, aged 102, shares his insights on longevity and life lessons spanning nearly a century. Born in 1924, he attributes his wellbeing to not smoking or drinking, maintaining strong family bonds, and living day to day. This super-ager has shared his beloved wife's experience with dementia, and urges us to understand that while ageing is inevitable, dementia is not. To donate to the Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing (CHeBA), please visit: https://alumni.unsw.edu.au/giving/MED/brianbarry102. ...
Feb 11, 2026•4 min
Natalie Bassingthwaighte and Rob Mills are starring in the Australian premiere of the Broadway musical Waitress, alongside John Waters. The production tells the story of a small-town waitress and expert pie maker who dreams of escaping her troubled marriage, featuring music by Sara Bareilles including the standout song 'She Used to Be Mine'. The two performers previously worked together 20 years ago in an arena spectacular with John Farnham and more recently in the musical Chess. See omnystudio....
Feb 10, 2026•5 min
The Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers has not ruled out potential changes to capital gains tax, which currently offers a 50% discount on profits from assets held over a year. The proposed changes could reduce this discount, sparking debate between property industry representatives who warn of impacts on mum-and-dad investors and rental supply, and Greens Senator Nick McKim who argues the current system unfairly benefits wealthy property speculators at a cost of $22 billion annually to the Common...
Feb 10, 2026•6 min
Australian 800-metre record holder Peter Bol is preparing for a significant 2026 season, competing at the Perth Track Classic before targeting gold at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in July. Bol, who won silver at the previous Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, is also aiming to break additional Australian records including the 1000-metre mark. The runner discusses his preparation and training progress as he builds towards the major international competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Feb 10, 2026•3 min
A Sydney police station was surrounded by anti-Israel protesters following Monday night's demonstration where 27 people were arrested, 9 charged, and 10 police officers injured, including one allegedly bitten. NSW Opposition Leader Kelly Sloan criticises the weekly protests, arguing they divert police resources from communities and strain public patience. Controversy surrounds footage of a police officer punching a protester and Grace Tame's use of the phrase 'Globalise the Intifada' at the rall...
Feb 10, 2026•4 min
