In October, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the peak of inflation has passed, and the worst of the recent economic turbulence was behind Australia. At the same time, consumer data from NAB echoed that sentiment, reporting more optimism amongst Australian consumers. But does that match the reality for young Australians? How will we know when the cost of living crisis is over? On today's episode, Sam is joined by Greg Jericho, the Australia Institute's Chief Economist. Host: Sam Koslowski Want...
Dec 30, 2024•14 min
Australia is in the midst of a ‘baby recession,' according to recent analysis of national birth trends by KPMG. It blamed cost of living pressures for declining births last year, when the country reached its lowest birth rate since 2006. So, what’s going on and does it matter? ANU demographer Dr. Liz Allen answers our questions in the deep dive. Host: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a f...
Dec 29, 2024•17 min
Earlier this year, Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail after he was charged with sex trafficking and a slew of other crimes. Investigators accused Combs of using his “business empire” to cover up decades of abuse against women “to fulfil his sexual desires” and “protect his reputation”. In today’s podcast, we explain the timeline leading up to these charges. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on...
Dec 26, 2024•17 min
A new digital player is helping to shape public discourse online. How an audience feels about a brand, a narrative, a personality or a scandal is being moulded by the rise of… bots. PR bots, to be exact. These bots can be programmed to target your social media algorithms and the content you do or don’t get served. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore how these digital armies can be mobilised to influence public opinion and even elections. Hosts: Chloe Christie and Zara Seidler Want to support The D...
Dec 25, 2024•13 min
According to the latest HILDA (Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia) report, young Australians are more likely to experience loneliness and psychological distress than any other age group. For twenty years, HILDA has been interviewing the same network of 17,000 Australians, every year, to compile results that give us comprehensive insight into the lives of Australians. To help us understand more about what is causing this loneliness epidemic, we speak to one of the experts behind t...
Dec 24, 2024•15 min
2024 was undoubtedly the year of Taylor Swift, as she took her Eras Tour around the world, including Australia. But we have one question: Why exactly is the singer so popular? We explore the phenomenon of Taylor Swift in today's deep dive. Host: Billi FitzSimons Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessibl...
Dec 23, 2024•13 min
Ever been out with mates after work when your manager’s number flashes up on your phone screen? In August this year, the Government’s right to disconnect laws came into effect, meaning you can now legally refuse a call or text from your boss once you’ve clocked off. The laws were developed over concerns about modern workplaces and smartphones invading personal lives. In today’s deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at what’s changing, what this law means for workers and employers, and what the TDA...
Dec 22, 2024•12 min
As we approach the end of the year, we thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect on our favourite good news stories of the year. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independen...
Dec 20, 2024•13 min
We are coming to the end of 2024, and what a big year it has been in the news! On today’s podcast, we reflect on some of the biggest moments of the year - from politics to pop culture. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible...
Dec 19, 2024•25 min
Today's headlines include: Australia will reopen its embassy to Ukraine in Kyiv, following its closure in response to Russia’s 2022 invasion. 148 Australians have returned home after being evacuated from Vanuatu, following a 7.3-magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks. A toxicology report has found no methanol was present in the cocktails at the centre of an alcohol poisoning incident in Fiji. And today’s good news: A Christmas tradition at a U.S. dental company will continue for its 40th y...
Dec 19, 2024•4 min
Australia is heading to the moon for the first time. The Australian Space Agency has unveiled a prototype of a rover bound for the lunar surface on a NASA mission this decade. ‘Roo-ver,’ as it’s been nicknamed by the public, will explore the moon to help experts learn more about establishing a “sustainable human presence" there. The project is being developed by the ELO2 consortium — a group of companies and universities selected by the Australian Space Agency. Mechanical Engineer Chloe Chang ha...
Dec 18, 2024•15 min
Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has unveiled its mid-financial-year budget update, forecasting a $26.9 billion deficit for the current financial year. Alan Jones has been served with an additional eight charges of assault while in court today. A senior Russian military figure has been assassinated in Moscow. The good news: The BBC and Disney have announced they will create a Bluey feature film. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The ...
Dec 18, 2024•4 min
2024 was a tough year for both the Australian and global economies, with headlines about inflation, cost of living, housing affordability and global conflicts dominating headlines. Now, as we look down barrel of a new year, the tune has changed - Australia’s Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the worst is behind us, Donald Trump has promised to make America rich again, and the RBA has signalled it may be warming to the idea of a drop of interest rates. On today’s pod, we’re going to chat to Matt Grudno...
Dec 17, 2024•10 min
Today's headlines include: Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has announced plans to ban face masks and balaclavas at public protests, and outlaw demonstrations outside places of worship. The Federal Government will introduce laws to increase funding deals for public broadcasters the ABC and SBS from three to five-year terms. Germany is headed for an early election after a vote of no confidence against Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Parliament. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Producer: Elliot Law...
Dec 17, 2024•4 min
Over the weekend, the remaining five members of the Bali Nine were returned to Australia after spending nearly two decades in Indonesian jails. Their return to the country wraps up a story that dates back to 2005 and has had far reaching implications for both Australia and Indonesia. In today's podcast, we explain how a group of Australians ended up in an Indonesian jail for decades, and the story behind their release. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Want to support Th...
Dec 16, 2024•12 min
Today's headlines include: Fire crews are responding to multiple blazes in Victoria and parts of NSW as heatwave conditions continue.Families impacted by a 2021 jumping castle tragedy at a Tasmanian primary school have launched legal action against state authorities and jumping castle operator, Taz-Zorb.Hundreds are feared dead in the French overseas territory of Mayotte following a Category 4 cyclone. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? T...
Dec 16, 2024•4 min
In a landmark decision, Australia's High Court has ruled that employers can be liable for causing an employee mental harm during the process of terminating their employment. It's a major workplace ruling that has caught the attention of Industrial Relations experts and HR departments. In today's podcast, we'll break down the facts of this case, what the High Court ultimately ruled, and why it matters to all Australian workplaces. Hosts: Achol Arok and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Want to s...
Dec 15, 2024•11 min
Want to make a voluntary financial contribution to The Daily Aus? Well that is just too kind. You can support TDA via TDA+U here . It means you're supporting a newsroom of young people, making news for young people. Thank you, as always, for your support! It's Saturday! Which means it's time for the good news podcast! Here's a wrap-up of the good news from the week that you might have missed. It includes the youngest-ever chess world champion, Australians killing it at the Short Course World Cha...
Dec 13, 2024•13 min
Today's headlines include: The Coalition has unveiled analysis showing its proposed nuclear policy could cost an estimated $300 billion. More than 500 Qantas engineers have walked off the job in strike action around the country today. It comes after negotiations between unions and the airline stalled. Elon Musk has become the first person in the world with a net worth above $US400 billion ($AU628 billion). Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The...
Dec 13, 2024•4 min
It's official. Papua New Guinea is joining Australia's National Rugby League (NRL) competition from 2028. A deal between the two nations will expand the global profile of one of Australia's most dominant sports, but it could become one of geopolitical importance, too. As concern grows around China's increased presence in the South Pacific, what does the PNG NRL deal tell us about diplomacy and global politics? We'll explore more in today's deep dive. Hosts: George Finlayson and Emma Gillespie Pr...
Dec 12, 2024•13 min
Today's headlines include:The Government's student debt reforms are being rolled out from today after its HECS indexation changes passed Parliament last month.Australia’s unemployment rate fell to 3.9% in November to its lowest level since March, according to the latest ABS figures.FBI Director Christopher Wray has announced his intention to step down before U.S. President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support Th...
Dec 12, 2024•4 min
This week, rapper Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 alongside Sean Combs, who also goes by P Diddy, in a civil lawsuit filed in the U.S. over the weekend. Jay-Z has vehemently denied the allegation, as has Combs. It’s the latest in a string of allegations that have centred around Combs, but it’s the first time we’ve heard any such allegation against Jay Z. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The be...
Dec 11, 2024•13 min
Today's headlines include: Political leaders have condemned an incident in Sydney’s east overnight, after a car was set alight and buildings were damaged with anti-Israel graffiti in the suburb of Woollahra. The rebel forces that toppled Syria’s dictatorship this week have appointed Mohamed al-Bashir to act as interim Prime Minister until 1 March. An election promise from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese would give most pre-school aged children three days of subsidised early childhood education p...
Dec 11, 2024•4 min
A 26-year-old man, named Luigi Mangione, has been arrested over the killing of a health insurance CEO last week in New York.For now, it has brought to an end a nearly week-long manhunt that captivated the world and has triggered a wave of anger directed at the healthcare system in the U.S.On today’s podcast, we’ll take you through how this story unfolded and what we know about the man they are now alleging was behind the murder. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher Want ...
Dec 10, 2024•19 min
Today's headlines include: A motion to prohibit debate on abortion for four years has passed Queensland’s parliament. The Reserve Bank of Australia will keep the cash rate at 4.35%. New Zealand will ban greyhound racing. An Indian woman has been nominated for best director at the Golden Globes for the first time. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Lucy Tassell Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave ...
Dec 10, 2024•3 min
Rebel forces have taken control of Syria, ending the Assad family’s 54-year regime. Bashar al-Assad has reportedly fled to Russia, and international governments have said they’ll work to stabilise the country as it enters a new era. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain how rebel forces took over Syria in just two weeks’ time, and what could be next for the Middle Eastern nation. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Lucy Tassell Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way t...
Dec 09, 2024•12 min
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a new antisemitism taskforce led by the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Supermarket giant Woolworths has projected it has lost $140 million following strikes among workers at four distribution centres in Victoria and New South Wales. Rebel forces have taken control of Syria, marking the collapse of the government and end of the Assad family’s 54-year rule. And the good news: Over the weekend, Notre Dame in Paris reopened, five years after a fire tor...
Dec 09, 2024•3 min
Tomorrow is the end of a UN Women campaign called the 16 Days of Activism which is calling for an end to gender-based violence. In today's deep dive we hear from the CEO of UN Women Australia, Simone Clarke, about how gender-based violence is progressing in Australia, the role of education in prevention, and what's being done by the state and federal governments. This deep dive talks about gender-based violence, which can include sexual, family, and domestic violence. If you or someone you know ...
Dec 08, 2024•11 min
To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here . In this week's wrap of good news, we discuss the reopening of a famous Parisian cathedral, the good news about walking in a straight line across NZ and the Hawaiian birds coming back from extinction. Check out the men completing New Zealand's first straight line challenge here . Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘f...
Dec 06, 2024•13 min
Today's headlines include: Victoria’s arson squad is investigating what it says was a “deliberate” and “targeted” attack on a Melbourne synagogue. Woolworths has filed an application with the Fair Work Commission over ongoing employee strikes at several of its distribution centres. South Korea’s Parliament will vote tomorrow night on whether to impeach the President after he declared martial law Researchers have developed a new way to desalinate water more efficently. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zar...
Dec 06, 2024•4 min
