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The Front

The Australianwww.theaustralian.com.au

The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms. 

To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store.

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Episodes

Israel moves on Rafah

Israel’s assault on the southern Gaza city of Rafah has begun. Our expert unpacks what it means for Gazans, Israelis and the rest of the world. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/l...

May 07, 202414 min

Brittany Higgins’ new court clash

Fresh claims in the defamation battle between Brittany Higgins, David Sharaz and Liberal senator Linda Reynolds, who’s suing the pair. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

May 06, 202418 min

A ‘radicalised’ teen’s Perth rampage

Perth is reeling after a sixteen-year-old boy who made violent threats and stabbed a man was shot dead by police in a suburban car park. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See om...

May 05, 202415 min

Jewish students join the protest fray

Pro-Gaza and pro-Israel protests face off on campus, amid concerns about rising anti-Semitism and the infiltration of professional activists. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team also includes Josh Burton and Tiffany Dimmack. Our original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See...

May 02, 202414 min

Lehrmann’s fresh blow in Ten case

A fiery day in the federal court defamation matter of Bruce Lehrmann vs Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson, as lawyers wrangle over costs. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team also includes Tiffany Dimmack, Josh Burton and Jasper Leak, who composed our music. See omnystudio.com/l...

May 01, 202415 min

The Treasurer’s big Budget pivot

Treasurer Jim Chalmers will give a major speech at the Lowy Institute in Sydney today – and drop big hints about the upcoming Federal Budget. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. S...

Apr 30, 202413 min

Albo’s excruciating protest moment

A supremely awkward moment for Anthony Albanese at a protest rally, accusations of lying and immense pressure to take action on domestic violence. This episode includes allegations of violence and murder. If you need support, call 1800RESPECT. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Th...

Apr 29, 202414 min

The kids chanting ‘Intifada’ on campus

What’s driving the anti-Israel protests on uni campuses around the world - and now here in Australia? Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes producer Kristen Amiet, editors Tiffany Dimmack, Jasper Leak and Lia Tsamoglou, with original music by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listene...

Apr 28, 202413 min

ScoMo’s battles with anxiety - and God

Golf, God and a serious mental health struggle: just a few of the big revelations in The Australian’s exclusive with Scott Morrison. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Josh Burton. Our team includes producer Kristen Amiet, editor Tiffany Dimmack, multimedia editor Lia Tsamoglou and original music by Jasper Leak...

Apr 25, 202410 min

A hero reflects on the ANZAC legend

What Keith Payne did on a single night in May 1969 earned him the highest and most prestigious award for bravery – the Victoria Cross. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Matthew Condon and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omn...

Apr 24, 202418 min

Long fight for justice ends where it all began

A NSW State Coroner has found racial bias irrevocably tarnished a police investigation into the 1987 deaths of two Indigenous teenagers. Aboriginal people are advised that this episode contains the names of people who have died. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet with edit and sound design by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular hos...

Apr 23, 202413 min

DNA disaster victims disappointed again

Victims of a testing disaster at QLD’s state-run DNA lab have been left stranded after a hotline set up to provide support was disconnected. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak...

Apr 22, 202413 min

Doping scandal makes waves in world swimming

It’s been revealed more than 20 Chinese swimmers were allowed to compete in the Tokyo Olympics, despite positive drug tests. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com...

Apr 21, 202414 min

The week that shook Sydney

A week after six people were killed at Sydney’s biggest shopping centre, there are glimmers of positivity appearing across the city. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Matthew Condon and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnys...

Apr 18, 202416 min

A US Marines makeover for Defence

A $330 billion weaponry plan to supercharge Australia’s navy and turn the army into a US Marines-style amphibious fighting force. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 17, 202412 min

Your burning Lehrmann questions answered

Justice Michael Lee found Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins. We answer your questions following that epic judgement. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Apr 16, 202419 min

Bruce Lehrmann the rapist

Brittany Higgins was raped but there was no cover-up, finds the judge, as he lets rip on Bruce Lehrmann, Lisa Wilkinson, Network Ten and Higgins herself. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Apr 15, 202421 min

When two brave women faced a killer

Mother Ash Good and cop Amy Scott emerge as the heroines of a shocking massacre in Sydney’s Bondi Junction. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 14, 202415 min

Iran v Israel: what’s happening?

Iran has launched an airstrike against Israel. Our expert Greg Sheridan explains why -- and what happens now, as Iran warns the US to stay out of it. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 14, 202415 min

Anti-semitism close up: our correspondents live

The Australian has reported on the Israel-Hamas conflict in detail. Yoni Bashan and Cam Stewart share their insights in this special episode. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. S...

Apr 11, 202418 min

Why Labor can’t agree on the Middle East

Penny Wong has gone big on the government’s support for Palestinian statehood – but it’s rattled members of the ALP’s right faction. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 10, 202413 min

Psychopathic rapist’s taxpayer-funded freedom

Fears are growing for the NDIS workers who’ll have to help Wayne Wilmot, who’s been deemed a likely reoffender with psychopathic tendencies. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/list...

Apr 09, 202412 min

How one death in Gaza changed everything

After thousands of deaths, the loss of an Australian aid worker galvanises concern about the civilian toll of Israel’s war on Hamas. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 08, 202415 min

People smugglers’ bold new business model

People smugglers are growing bolder and more brazen in their operations. We unpack the government’s big immigration headache. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.co...

Apr 07, 202413 min

Curtains fall again on Lehrmann defamation trial

It was a wild day in the Federal Court, as the epic defamation showdown between Bruce Lehrmann and Channel Ten took another twist. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. Lia Tsamoglou is the multimedia editor and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Apr 05, 202418 min

Auerbach claims Lehrmann was ‘on a warpath’

TV producer Taylor Auerbach faced a tough-cross-examination and made fresh allegations and denials in the Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Apr 04, 202421 min

Courtroom showdown over producer’s wild claims

Lawyers for Network Ten will call a former Network Seven producer to give evidence about what he claims he knows about Bruce Lehrmann. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 03, 202416 min

Claim Lehrmann ‘leaked Brittany’s intimate texts’

A win for Network Ten, as judge agrees to admit unproven claims Bruce Lehrmann leaked Brittany Higgins’ private texts with ex Ben Dillaway. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Apr 02, 202417 min

Ten’s big new claim against Bruce Lehrmann

As the defamation judgment looms, a TV network launches a last-ditch assault on Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation claim over the Brittany Higgins case. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 01, 202418 min

Politics wins in Brisbane’s Olympic race

Political in-fighting, cost blow-outs and a looming state election have left Brisbane’s Olympics preparations at the starting blocks. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Matthew Condon and edited by Josh Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak. See omny...

Mar 31, 202414 min
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