The election is very close. But there's still more explaining for us to do! Yesterday, we took you through the major parties… Today, we're looking at who the minor parties are! We take a look at the Greens, One Nation, the Trumpet of Patriots and more. Plus, who are the key independents? We explain in today's podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Listen: Who are the major parties? Listen: The politician leading an Australia MAGA movement Want to support The Daily...
Apr 28, 2025•16 min
Today's headlines include: An inquest into the Bondi Junction Westfield stabbing attack has begun in the NSW Coroner’s Court. Australian officials have worked with police in the Philippines to rescue two children linked to a Queensland child exploitation investigation. U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to sign a peace deal with Ukraine. And today’s good news: Thousands of flowers will be planted at a U.S. landfill site to create a “pollinator haven” ...
Apr 28, 2025•5 min
It's finally election week! Yes, we are now less than a week out from the election, when more than 18 million Australians are due to vote for who will form the country’s next government. On today’s episode, we are going to break down who the major parties in Australia are. First, we're exploring what the Coalition is, and what the Liberal Party and National Party stand for. Then we move to who the Labor Party is. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The D...
Apr 27, 2025•16 min
In less than a week, Australia will be heading to the polls to decide the next government. In the lead-up, we've asked you what questions you still want answered about how Australia's electoral process works. Like, what actually is a hung parliament? And what happens if the leader of the winning party does not win their own seat? We answer all your questions in today's podcast. This podcast was produced in partnership with the Australian Electoral Commission, Canberra. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons an...
Apr 26, 2025•15 min
Last week, the U.S. Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr, announced an investigation into what he called the “autism epidemic,” and called the condition a “preventable disease”. Kennedy’s interest in the causes of autism is long-standing, but he’s never had a platform as large as leading the U.S. health department before. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain Kennedy’s history with autism, the new investigation, and what it might mean for Autistic people in the U.S. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Se...
Apr 24, 2025•13 min
The Coalition has walked back its plan to keep Labor’s tax breaks for electric cars. Former South Australian Opposition Leader David Speirs has been convicted and fined over drug supply charges. U.S. President Donald Trump has accused Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy of jeopardising ceasefire negotiations in the war with Russia. And the good news: Australian tennis player Maya Joint has beaten a record previously held by Ash Barty, becoming the youngest Aussie woman to win a match at a WT...
Apr 24, 2025•4 min
Last month, the body of a 19-year-old girl, Audrey Griffin, was found in a creek on NSW’s Central Coast. She had disappeared after walking home from a night out with her friends. Police said at the time the death was not suspicious. But this week, police charged a 53-year-old man, who was not known to her, with her murder. On today’s podcast, we are going to explain what we know about the death of 19-year-old Audrey Griffin, and we’re also going to take a broader look at what the major parties a...
Apr 23, 2025•15 min
A man in his 80s is in a serious condition in hospital after he was allegedly assaulted by a teenager outside an early voting centre this afternoon. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that U.S. tariffs on Chinese imports will be lowered "substantially". A minor party in New Zealand’s Coalition Government has proposed a bill seeking to legally define “woman” and “man” based on biological sex. And the good news: Paralympic gold medallist Alexa Leary has broken a world record in the S9 100 m...
Apr 23, 2025•3 min
Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, has died at 88 of a stroke and a heart attack. His death means a process called the papal conclave is about to begin, where senior Church leaders will gather in the Sistine Chapel, sequestered from the world, to elect a new Pope. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what we know about this mysterious process, who the contenders are, and why this all comes down to different colours of smoke. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want...
Apr 22, 2025•13 min
Early voting for the 2025 federal election opened around the country today. Pope Francis' cause of death has been officially confirmed by the Vatican. U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth reportedly shared details of the country's military activities with a Signal chat containing his wife and brother, according to The New York Times. And today's good news: A 10-year-old girl has graduated from a California community college with two degrees. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla ...
Apr 22, 2025•4 min
If you've spent any time on TikTok lately, you might have come across videos from people claiming to be Chinese warehouse operators selling products directly to consumers. These videos, part of a trend called "TikTok Warehouse," promise to deliver products from well-loved brands for a fraction of the usual retail price. In today’s podcast, we're going to explain what's happening with this trend, why it's controversial, and if it has fundamentally changed the relationship between retailers and co...
Apr 21, 2025•14 min
2025 is not a climate election. Young people voted in droves in 2022 for change, in what was dubbed the ‘climate election’. Yet new polling shows the number of younger Australians listing climate as their top concern has halved since the last election. In its place, cost of living dominates. TDA unpacks why climate change and the environment have subsided as top concerns for young voters, who are instead focusing on how politicians can help reduce financial stress. Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Emma...
Apr 20, 2025•18 min
This week, the UK Supreme Court handed down a landmark decision, finding that a woman is defined by biological sex under the law. It means transgender women with legal documentation reflecting their transition are not entitled to the same sex discrimination protections as “biological women”. Today, we’ll be breaking down the decision, how it came to be, and what the response to it has been. Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or ...
Apr 17, 2025•13 min
An audit of a Sydney hospital has found it “failed” to address significant safety concerns. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the U.S. tax service, is considering whether to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status, according to U.S. media reports. Australia’s unemployment rate increased slightly from 4 to 4.1% in March, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. And today’s good news: Scientists have captured footage of a colossal squid in its natural habitat for the...
Apr 17, 2025•4 min
Harvard University is facing a major financial blow after the Trump administration froze $2.2 billion in federal funding this week. The prestigious institution has refused to comply with a series of government demands relating to antisemitism and diversity policies. Today, we're unpacking what's happened in this unprecedented standoff between one of America's most elite universities and the White House. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? Tha...
Apr 16, 2025•14 min
Today's headlines include: Housing Minister Clare O’Neil and Shadow Housing Minister Michael Sukkar have clashed over affordable housing policy during a debate at the National Press Club. Chinese airlines have reportedly been ordered to pause all purchases from U.S. aviation manufacturing giant Boeing. Rebel forces in Sudan have declared a rival government, two years since civil war broke out in the region. And today’s good news: Two men have set a new speed climbing record in the Swiss Alps. Ho...
Apr 16, 2025•4 min
The story of an IVF mixup that led to a woman giving birth to a stranger’s baby has made global headlines this month. The Brisbane fertility clinic at its centre has launched an investigation, blaming the bungle on “human error”. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explore what happened, the legal questions raised by this story, and what it could mean for the future of Australia's assisted fertility industry. Listen: Can Australia keep up with the booming IVF industry? Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi Fi...
Apr 15, 2025•19 min
The Prime Minister and the Opposition leader have responded to reports that Russia is seeking to base its aircraft at an Indonesian military airport. The Victorian Government has announced the entire board of the state’s school curriculum authority have been fired. The Trump administration has canceled $US2.2 billion in grants to Harvard University, after the institution refused to comply with a list of demands from the White House. And today’s good news: The International Cricket Council has an...
Apr 15, 2025•5 min
With less than three weeks until the Federal Election, first-time home buyers have become a big campaign focus for both major parties. It comes after Labor and the Coalition unveiled their housing policies over the weekend. Labor is promising to cut home deposits for first-time buyers from 20% to 5%, while the Opposition wants to make some mortgage repayments tax deductible. In today's deep dive, we'll break down the latest on these housing policy announcements, and discuss what they could mean ...
Apr 14, 2025•16 min
Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have spruiked their parties’ new housing policies as election campaigning continues. A third of Australian school students are failing to reach minimum proficiency standards for maths, new research has found. A teenager in the U.S. has been accused of killing his parents as part of a plan to assassinate Donald Trump. And today’s good news: A simple saliva test could change the way doctors screen for pro...
Apr 14, 2025•4 min
Last week, the Fair Work Commission ruled against a Melbourne lawyer who was fired after chucking a sickie to attend the AFL Gather Round in Adelaide last year. The case has sparked a national conversation about sick leave, when it's appropriate to use it, and what rights employers have when they suspect an employee is lying about needing to take a day off. 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 clic...
Apr 13, 2025•12 min
In today's good news podcast, we discuss the new accessibility feature on Brisbane's biggest bridge climb, the heartwarming moment Jack Black surprised a fan and the UK's biggest clean up! 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 ‘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 digestibl...
Apr 11, 2025•10 min
Today's headlines include: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has responded to reports he was allegedly the target of a terror plot last year. The Bureau of Meteorology has warned a tropical cyclone will likely form off WA’s north coast this weekend. A woman believed to have been "wrongfully imprisoned” in Russia has been released after 15-months behind bars. And today's good news: Over 40% of the world’s electricity was generated by clean energy in 2024, according to a new report. Hosts: Zara Seidl...
Apr 11, 2025•4 min
In the lead-up to the federal election (three weeks away!) TDA has interviewed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor, but we haven’t landed Opposition Leader Peter Dutton. On today’s podcast, we break the fourth wall to bring you on our journey to interview the man who is trying to lead the Coalition to an election victory. 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 ...
Apr 10, 2025•15 min
Today's headlines include: The Australian stock market has bounced back after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day tariff pause. The Coalition has refused to rule out if it will withdraw Australia from the Paris Agreement, if it wins the May 3 election. New Zealand’s Parliament has voted to strike down controversial legislation to alter the country’s founding document. And today’s good news: A new edible biofilm could be used to double the shelf life of perishable food and help reduce ...
Apr 10, 2025•4 min
Election ads are everywhere. On TV, social media, newspapers and in your letterboxes at home. So, does that mean all ads you’re seeing are true? Are they legally required to be true? Well, that’s what we’re going to answer in today’s podcast, unpacking how political communication occurs during an election, what politicians can say during this time, and whether or not they’re allowed to lie. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kin...
Apr 09, 2025•12 min
Today's headlines include: A faulty radio antenna is being blamed for a Gold Coast helicopter crash that left four people dead and nine injured. Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor will debate in front of a live television audience tonight, after last night’s leaders debate. The Trump Administration’s 104% tariffs on Chinese imports to the U.S. are now in effect, as global markets continue to decline. And today’s good news: Researchers at Penn State University are developing...
Apr 09, 2025•4 min
A new study out this week has found the overall benefits of taking ADHD medications outweigh the risks. A team of international researchers examined ADHD medications in response to concerns around the potential cardiovascular impact of these treatments. The study, which analysed data from more than 22,000 participants, has been called the largest and most comprehensive of its kind. In today’s deep dive, we’ll unpack the findings, and take a closer look at the world of ADHD medication and researc...
Apr 08, 2025•15 min
Today's headlines include: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has warned Australia will face “tsunami waves” of economic uncertainty, if the U.S. enters a recession. Thousands of doctors across NSW have commenced three days of industrial action, after 18-months of failed negotiations with the State Government. U.S. President Donald Trump has delayed a national TikTok ban for another 75 days, saying more time is needed to facilitate the sale of the Chinese-owned platform to an American buyer. And tod...
Apr 08, 2025•4 min
Just yesterday in Australia, more than $100 billion was wiped from the Australian share market. It’s all because of the tariffs imposed last week by US President Donald Trump on all countries, including Australia. To understand in more detail why this has happened and what it means for the average Australian today, we chat with the chief economist at the Australia Institute, Greg Jericho. Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Ap...
Apr 07, 2025•17 min
