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Today's headlines: Tasmania’s Liberal leader Jeremy Rockliff has been reappointed as the state’s Premier, weeks after an early election. A 20-year-old Sydney man has become the first in Australia charged with supplying vape liquid laced with nitazenes. At least 100 people are missing after severe flash flooding in India’s northern state of Uttarakhand, a popular tourist destination for people travelling to the Himalayas. And today's good news: Para-athletes in the Northern Territory now have acc...
We want to make sure TDA's content remains relevant and useful. Fill out this 3 minute survey to tell us more about you! A new American Eagle ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney has sparked controversy over what critics say are references to white supremacist messaging. The ad has divided opinion online and drawn responses from major political figures, including U.S. President Donald Trump. Today we're breaking down everything you need to know about this viral ad: What happened, why people are u...
Today's headlines: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spoken with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas for the first time since the early stages of the current conflict in Gaza. A Chinese national with permanent residency has been charged with foreign interference in Canberra. Former President of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, has been placed under house arrest by the country’s Supreme Court. And today’s good news, scientists have developed a breakthrough vaccine to protect livestock from foo...
We want to make sure TDA's content remains relevant and useful. Fill out this 3 minute survey to tell us more about you! Working from home at least two days a week could become a legal right in Victoria. The state government has laid out plans to make it an entitlement to public and private sector workers. Premier Jacinta Allan said it could boost business productivity and help workers with caring responsibilities, but some critics have questioned how it would work, including whether it would ev...
Today's headlines: For the first time, the next Commissioner of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) will be a woman. An investigation into Queensland’s forensic services lab has identified widespread issues, finding the state’s DNA testing is at a "point of critical failure." More than 140 migrants are believed to have died after a boat capsized near Yemen. And today’s good news: Australian Meg Harris has won gold in the women’s 50m freestyle at the swimming world championships in Singapore. Hos...
Last week, the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed the annual inflation rate is at its lowest level in four years. It has triggered many economists to predict there will be a cut to the interest rate next week when the Reserve Bank of Australia meets. If you’re wondering what all of this means, you’ve come to the right place. Today we're talking to the Australia Institute’s Chief Economist Greg Jericho about what this all means. Guest: Greg Jericho, Chief Economist of the Australia Institut...
Have you ever thought about where your water comes from? Well, maybe you did when you were in your Year 10 Science class. But, in case you were sick that day, or you need a refresher, we are here to have an in depth look at the cycle of water. Trust us, it’s more interesting than it sounds. We asked you what you wanted to know about where your water comes from, and today we are answering those questions. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus...
Today's headlines: The U.S. has announced a new round of tariffs for several countries, but has kept Australia’s at the baseline rate of 10%, which has been in place since earlier this year. The Northern Territory Government has passed a raft of legislative amendments to the state’s Youth Justice Act, ditching the previous government’s “detention as a last resort” policy. Mollie O’Callaghan has now equalled Ian Thorpe for the most world championship gold medals won by an Australian. And today’s ...
During the federal election, Labor said one of their first duties if elected, would be to implement a cut to HECS and HELP debts by 20%. And as of yesterday, legislation has passed both houses of Parliament to discount those debts. We asked you what questions you had about this bill, and in today's podcast we unpack them all. Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Billi FitzSimons 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 Ap...
Today's headlines include: The Senate has passed legislation to discount all student debts by 20%. A 26-year-old man in Sydney has been “charged with allegedly producing child abuse material at six out-of-school hours care services,” according to NSW Police. Canada has announced its intention to recognise Palestine as a state, days after the UK and France made similar declarations. And today’s good news: Australian swim star Mollie O'Callaghan won the women's 200m freestyle at the swimming world...
The Federal Government has confirmed that YouTube will be included in its social media ban for children under 16. The video streaming platform was originally going to be exempt from the ban, but – following mounting pressure from Australia’s eSafety commissioner – the Government has changed its mind. The move has drawn criticism from the Opposition, while YouTube's parent company, Google, is reportedly considering legal action against the Australian Government over the inclusion. In today's pod ...
Today's headlines include: Tsunami warnings are impacting millions of people around the world after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia. Inflation has fallen to its lowest level since 2021, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Police have arrested a second man over the firebombing attack on a Melbourne Synagogue in December. And today’s good news: Archaeologists in Europe have unearthed an ancient Celtic settlement filled with thousands of artefacts, including jewell...
Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has this week introduced a bill to scrap Australia's legal commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050. And that move has exposed deep divisions within the Coalition over their climate policy. Joyce's push comes as Liberal branches in Western Australia and South Australia have voted to abandon net zero commitments. This all comes against the backdrop of a visit from the UN’s top climate diplomat, who’s in the country urging Australian officials to set amb...
Today's headlines include: A peak-hour shooting in a New York City office building has left five people dead, including the gunman. South Australian doctors have agreed to a 13% pay rise, following negotiations with the State Government. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to double the minimum tariff on goods imported from all countries. And today’s good news: Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour has become the highest-grossing country tour ever, and smashed multiple other records. Hosts: E...
No illegal substances were discovered in more than 86% of strip searches conducted by NSW Police over the last decade. That’s according to a new report by the Redfern Legal Centre, which analysed data from thousands of searches between 2014 and 2023. It comes amid an ongoing legal battle in the state, where a class action alleging unlawful strip searches by NSW Police is continuing in the Supreme Court. Today, we’ll take a closer look at this new data, the legal requirements around strip searche...
Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reiterated calls for Israel to “comply immediately with its obligations under international law”. The Victorian Coroner has found that a First Nations woman’s death in custody was preventable. Thousands of people have been evacuated from the Turkish city of Bursa, as wildfires continue to burn out of control around the country’s northwest. And today’s good news: Scientists have re-discovered a species of coral they thought had been e...
On Friday, a Canadian judge found five professional ice hockey players not guilty of sexual assault charges. The five players were part of Canada's 2018 World Junior Hockey Championship team and were accused of assaulting a woman in a hotel room while celebrating their victory. The multi-year case exposed serious issues within Hockey Canada, the sport's governing body, and has attracted intense international attention around the definition of consent. Today, we'll break down what happened, how w...
Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has condemned Israel for the “denial of aid and the killing of civilians, including children, seeking access to water and food,” in Gaza. The UK and Australia have agreed to a new 50-year treaty, aimed at solidifying the AUKUS defence pact. U.S. President Donald Trump has welcomed Australia’s decision to lift restrictions on American beef imports. And today’s good news: Timor-Leste has been certified “malaria-free” by the World Health Or...
The World Court has handed down a landmark decision finding countries could be required to pay compensation to other nations affected by their climate harms. It’s the result of a historic case initiated by a group of law students from Pacific Island nations which face risks from rising seas. In today’s episode, we’ll explain the lead-up to this decision, what the World Court is, and what it might mean for countries around the world. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher W...
Today's headlines include: The Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) says she’s cautious about cutting interest rates without more evidence that inflation has stabilised. The Government has introduced legislation to freeze taxes on draught beer. Several people have been injured, and two civilians are dead as violent clashes continue to escalate at Thailand’s border with Cambodia. And today’s good news: Archaeologists have located the wreckage of a missing 83-year-old Japanese warship. ...
A group of world leaders spoke out this week against the Israeli Government’s aid distribution model in Gaza, including IDF soldiers killing Palestinians trying to get food and supplies. It comes almost two years into Israel’s bombardment of Gaza and repeated limitation of aid, following Hamas’ attack on Israel in October 2023. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what we know about the Israeli army’s killing of Palestinians accessing aid from United Nations staff on the ground in Gaza, and the glo...
Today's headlines include: Opposition Leader Sussan Ley and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have clashed during the first question time of the new Parliament. NSW Police have provided an update on a Sydney jet ski crash that killed a 15-year-old boy, and left a 14-year-old with a severed arm. Italy’s parental leave laws will be expanded to give more same-sex parents access to paid entitlements. And today’s good news: An animal shelter in Kerr County, Texas, is working to reunite hundreds of pets...
A toxic algal bloom has caused mass marine animal deaths across South Australia, from sharks to deep-water species, prompting a federal funding announcement and calls for a national disaster declaration. Scientists link the bloom's intensity to marine heatwaves, a symptom of climate change, and nutrient runoff. While the immediate cause of mammal deaths is debated, concerns about brevitoxins and human health risks are emerging. The crisis threatens local fisheries and tourism, though the discovery of helpful bioluminescent algae offers a potential path to recovery amidst ongoing uncertainty.
Today's headlines include: Australia’s 48th Parliament has officially commenced, with a speech by Governor-General Sam Mostyn in the Senate. Foreign Minister Penny Wong has issued a joint statement signed by the foreign ministers of 27 other countries, calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza and condemning the Israeli government’s aid delivery model. A former officer convicted in connection with the shooting of Breonna Taylor has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison by a U.S. J...
79 days after Labor’s federal election win, politicians are back in Canberra for the official opening of the 48th Parliament. Once the pomp and ceremony clears away, it’ll be back to business: as the Government plans to legislate 20% off HECS debts, childcare funding crackdowns, and penalty rate protections in the first sitting week. The Coalition and Greens have new faces leading their parties, vowing to approach politics differently over the next three years. Today’s deep dive will look at how...
Today's headlines include: Sussan Ley has addressed the Coalition party room for the first time as Opposition Leader, ahead of Parliament resuming tomorrow. Western Australian pharmacists will be able to prescribe treatments for everyday conditions, including asthma, under a new State Government program. A far-right party in Japan has gained significant support in the country's upper house election. And today’s good news: Two Australian distance runners competing in the UK have set new national ...
The British Government has announced it will lower the voting age to 16 for all elections across the UK, fulfilling a key election promise made by the centre-left Labour Party during last year's campaign. The new voting age is set to come into effect by the next general election in 2029. Today we're breaking down what this means for British democracy and how it compares to Australia's approach to youth voting. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Da...
Today's headlines include: U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening legal action against Australian media mogul Rupert Murdoch, over a decades-old letter sent to Jeffrey Epstein. An Australian base jumper has become the second person killed in an extreme sports accident in Italy this week. U.S. authorities have recommended a one-day prison sentence for a former officer convicted over the shooting of Breonna Taylor. And today’s good news: New scientific analysis shows the world is making signif...
If you're a young person who's worked in retail, hospitality, or other casual jobs, you've probably wondered at some point whether you were not being paid fairly. Now, new research from the University of Melbourne suggests your suspicions are correct. A major study surveying nearly 3,000 young workers has found that one in three have likely been underpaid, even when you account for junior rates. The findings are stark: around 10% of workers were paid just $10 an hour or less, more than half were...
Israel has bombed the Syrian capital of Damascus, its third strike on the country this week. Australia’s unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in June, up from 4.1% in May. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has concluded his visit to China, saying his focus with the country is on reaching “more agreement and less disagreement”. And the good news: Moesha Johnson has become the first Australian to win the women’s 10km open water swimming title in Singapore at the World Aquatics Championships. Hosts: Lucy T...
