Best Cfmeu Podcasts (2025)

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Voices 4 Palestine II Northern Suburbs Need PT II Changing Track Movie Interview II This is the Week II CFMEU Attack Update II

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Headlines II here - States abuse of children using the legal justice system as cover - Safety Net reports Mass job cuts at ANZ - Safety Net reports Australian Unions join together in campaign against Amazon Exploitation methods - Guardian reports two potential litigants against Police use of stinger grenades - The US has launched a series of Airstr…

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Headlines: Ex-CFMEU boss arrested over threatening emails 4:21

17d ago4:21

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Today's headlines include: Liberal MPs have gathered in Canberra to discuss the party’s future position on net zero emissions. Ex-construction union boss John Setka has been charged over alleged threatening emails. ASIO Chief Mike Burgess has accused Chinese hackers of trying to access Australian infrastructure, including telcos. And today’s good n…

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LISTEN: CFMEU Corruption, Race Triage & SA Blowouts — Jeremy’s Biggest Garage Rant Yet! 19:26

23d ago19:26

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux dives into the growing tension between equality, government overreach, and Australia’s shifting political landscape. From historical parallels between Whitlam-era apartheid sanctions and today’s debates over race-based policies in Victoria, to reports of hospital triage favourin…

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Breakthrough discoveries & your good news roundup 11:15

9h ago11:15

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We are back in your ears this weekend to bring you another hit of good news. This time, we’re looking back on the feel-good stories that have made us smile the most this year, with TDA’s 2025 Good News Awards. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to…

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Headlines: Fatal shooting in Sydney's west 4:29

1d ago4:29

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Today's headlines include: Two men have been arrested over a fatal shooting in Sydney’s west this morning. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced one of the two National Guard members shot near the White House has died. Victoria’s health regulator has imposed sanctions on Monash IVF, after an incident in June where a patient was implanted with t…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Pauline Hanson Stunt, Ciggies Not Appropriate Gift, Fine Dining Not Enough & Expensive Ice Latte 11:45

1d ago11:45

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Why Barnaby Joyce quit the Nationals 15:19

1d ago15:19

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Send your questions for Nationals Leader David Littleproud to [email protected] Late yesterday, former Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce announced he's leaving his current political party, The Nationals. It comes after months of speculation about the move, and could have major implications for the strength of the current Coalition oppositi…

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Headlines: Melb schools locked down after student stabbing 3:52

2d ago3:52

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Today's headlines include: Barnaby Joyce has officially resigned from The National Party, saying he does so “with a heavy heart”. Two Melbourne schools were placed in lockdown today after a primary school student stabbed an eight-year-old and a staff member. Hong Kong authorities have arrested three men over major apartment fires that killed 44 peo…

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Are we being duped by Black Friday? 13:50

3d ago13:50

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For most of the world, Australia included, tomorrow is the biggest shopping event of the year. Black Friday. If you've been feeling overwhelmed by sales emails, targeted ads, and "once-in-a-lifetime" deals flooding your inbox for weeks now, you're definitely not alone. Today, we're unpacking the origins of Black Friday, how it became such a massive…

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The market darling, the $50 million share dump and the silent CEO 27:06

3d ago27:06

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Senior reporter Jonathan Shapiro on the rise of DroneShield, why its CEO just dumped all his stock and whether the company can restore the faith. Further reading: Oleg Vornik defends $50m DroneShield share sale, citing risk to life While the businessman has been circumspect about the reasons for offloading his entire stake, privately he has given a…

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Headlines: Inflation increases to 3.8% 3:54

3d ago3:54

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Today's headlines include: The annual inflation rate increased to 3.8% in October, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). A Sydney woman who was pepper-sprayed by police during a mental health check will receive $24,000 in compensation. A New Zealand woman has been sentenced to life in prison for murdering her children. And today’s…

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What was it like to fight apartheid as a South African mining union leader? 24:09

3d ago24:09

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Mining unions played a key role in bringing down apartheid in South Africa. We meet one mining union leader who was at the coal face of the struggle.By Glen Mpufane - Director of Mining and Diamond, Gems, Ornaments and Jewelry Production (DGOJP) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Lead for IndustriALL Global Union

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Why Pauline Hanson wore a burqa (again) 13:50

4d ago13:50

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Well, it’s the last sitting week for Parliament of the year and it’s safe to say it’s a more dramatic ending than many predicted. Earlier this week One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson walked into the upper house wearing a black burqa. If that sounds familiar it’s because yes, it has happened before - eight years ago. So what led to this moment that h…

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Headlines: Final submissions at Bondi stabbing inquest 4:31

4d ago4:31

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Today's headlines include: One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been suspended from the Senate for seven days after she wore a burqa in Parliament. Final submissions have been made at the inquest into the Westfield Bondi stabbing attack. The highly contagious H5 bird flu strain has been detected on Heard Island – a sub-Antarctic Australian territor…

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LISTEN: Jeremy Cordeaux: The AI Bubble, $96M Weather Website & Australia’s Net-Zero Madness 22:04

4d ago22:04

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy dives into a fast-moving mix of politics, economics and the absurdities shaping Australia in late 2025. From fears of an “AI investment bubble” to staggering stock market swings, Jeremy breaks down what the tech boom really means for everyday Australians. He calls out the irony of govern…

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Mary Fowler’s racism allegation 10:38

5d ago10:38

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Sign up to our sports newsletter here. Matildas star Mary Fowler has alleged she experienced racism at her former French football club, Montpellier, in her recently published memoir. The club has strongly denied the allegation. Today, we're unpacking what Fowler says happened, the response from not only the club but the broader sporting world, and …

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Headlines: Pauline Hanson wears burqa in Parliament 4:09

5d ago4:09

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Today's headlines include: One Nation Senator Pauline Hanson has worn a burqa in Parliament today for a second time. Authorities in South Australia are investigating the death of a firefighter who responded to a blaze on the state’s Eyre Peninsula yesterday. Snapchat users are being required to verify their age ahead of the national social media ba…

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Why don't young Aussies feel like they belong? 15:06

6d ago15:06

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A landmark report from the United Nations’s children’s fund (UNICEF) has found that young people are experiencing concerningly high rates of discrimination. They’re feeling increasingly disconnected from their communities and concerned about their futures, while developmental outcomes show the youngest Aussies are falling the furthest behind. What …

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Concrete Gang

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Weekly update from the CFMEU Construction & General (Vic). Campo takes the wheel and the boys hit the track at a sprint with a call from Simo from the CSR picket in Yarraville. They would love it if you drop by at 277 Whitehall St, Yarraville 6am - 6pm. Industry news plus scallywags and sooks.By Campo, Three Trees, Golden Sparrow

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Aussie sport's hall of fame & your good news roundup 9:37

7d ago9:37

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It’s good news time! It’s been a little while since we’ve done an episode like this, but with festive celebrations ramping up, it's the perfect time to reflect on the good in the world. From the Aussie sporting legends honoured in Melbourne this week, to global science breakthroughs and never-before-seen priceless artworks, we hope today's episode …

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Headlines: Cyclone warning for Darwin as Fina approaches NT coast 4:28

8d ago4:28

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Today's headlines include: A cyclone warning is in place for Darwin and other parts of the northwest Top End as Tropical Cyclone Fina makes its way closer to the Northern Territory. The Queensland Coroner has handed down the final report from an inquest into the Wieambilla shooting attack. Kellie Sloane has been named the new leader of the NSW Libe…

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Amyl and The Sniffers, Dog Vomit, 50 Grand Retaining Wall & Cocaine Epidemic 12:54

8d ago12:54

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Errol Parker and Effie Bateman wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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Victory for the Co-health campaign || Activism & Music

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Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Chloe DS, Zane Alcorn, Candice AlishaNewsreportsDiscussion from the presenters Tropical Forest Forever Facility at COP30: ‘Green’ capitalism’s latest neo-colo…

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Is the tech bubble about to burst? 15:55

9d ago15:55

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This week, technology stocks have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Major tech companies like Nvidia and Meta have seen their share prices drop significantly, with some analysts warning that we might be witnessing the beginning of a tech and AI bubble bursting. Today, we're breaking down what that actually means, how we got here, and…

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BETOOTA TALKS: Ashes Moments with Peter Lalor Part 1 32:08

9d ago32:08

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What is an Ashes moment, really? Why do grown men howl like rapid dogs over a ball that lands on a crack? And how did a couple of colonial summer sports turn into one of the world’s most unhinged rivalries? This week, The Betoota Advocate sits down with one of cricket’s most respected storytellers, Peter Lalor, to unpack the triumphs, meltdowns and…

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Headlines: Australia withdraws COP31 hosting bid 4:07

9d ago4:07

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Today's headlines include: Australia will not host next year’s UN climate change summit, COP31, after months of back-and-forth with Türkiye. Meta has announced it will roll out a social media ban for users under 16 on its platforms, a week ahead of Federal legislation coming into effect. U.S. officials are in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv as part of r…

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LISTEN: Small Business Collapse, Border Force Scandal & Immigration Truth Bombs — Jeremy Cordeaux 23:25

9d ago23:25

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In this Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux fires off a rapid-paced commentary on immigration, energy prices, government incompetence and the collapse of small business confidence. Jeremy reveals shocking data showing a third of small businesses will close within six months—driven entirely by soaring energy costs caused b…

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The shocking number at the heart of the Liberal Party’s problems 33:27

10d ago33:27

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Phillip Coorey and Tony Barry on the decision to dump net zero, the Coalition’s existential crisis and whether Sussan Ley’s leadership can survive. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband Further reading: Andrew and Angus who? Leadership rivals a blank canvas, says poll More than a third of voters have never heard of Andrew Hastie or Angus Ta…

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The neo-Nazi protest, explained 14:21

10d ago14:21

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On Wednesday, the NSW government announced it would amend existing laws to ban public displays of Nazi ideology like chants and slogans. It comes after a group of neo-Nazis held an antisemitic rally outside NSW Parliament a few weeks ago. In today’s podcast, we’re going to explain what happened on that Sunday morning outside Parliament, what the fa…

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Headlines: U.S. Congress votes to release Epstein files 3:56

10d ago3:56

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Today's headlines include: Wages increased by 3.4% in the year to September, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The Australian Federal Police has told a Senate inquiry that rates of child abuse are worsening across the country. Both houses of the U.S. Congress have voted to force the release of all the files from …

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The Opposition Leader on ditching net zero 17:30

11d ago17:30

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The Coalition has announced it will abandon Australia’s target of net zero by 2050, to instead focus on affordable energy. On Sunday, they promised they would bring down energy bills for Australians, by removing the renewable energy targets enshrined in law by Labor. It’s the biggest policy announcement from the Coalition since their loss at the la…

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Headlines: Outdated software blamed for failed 000 call death 4:38

11d ago4:38

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Today's headlines include: A TPG customer has died after they were unable to call Triple Zero due to "a Samsung device that was operating out-of-date software," according to the telco. Lachlan Young has been sentenced to 28 years in jail for the murder of his former partner, Hannah McGuire. The UN Security Council has voted in favour of U.S. Presid…

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LISTEN: Dropping Net-Zero, Gen Z Meltdown & The $2B COP Scandal — Jeremy Cordeaux 19:34

11d ago19:34

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In this fiery Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux tears into Australia’s climate politics, the collapse of net-zero, and the rising despair among Generation Z. Reacting to the coldest November since 1913, Jeremy says the climate narrative has “fallen apart”, yet politicians and activists cling to it. He applauds the Liber…

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Trump vs the BBC 11:28

12d ago11:28

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U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to sue the BBC for up to $AU7.5 billion. It comes after the British broadcaster apologised to Trump over an allegedly misleading edit of a speech he gave on 6 January 2021 – the day of the deadly Washington insurrection. However, the BBC has rejected compensation claims from Trump’s lawyers. Today, we…

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Headlines: More than 750 arrested in NSW DV crackdown 3:58

12d ago3:58

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Today's headlines include: Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has downplayed questions surrounding her leadership and says she’s confident she’ll lead the Coalition into the next federal election. A four-day NSW Police operation has led to 752 people being arrested and charged with domestic violence-related offences. Gen Z-led protests in Mexico City tur…

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Does Australia have a cult problem? 22:46

13d ago22:46

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When we talk about cults, we tend to picture the classic images: a doomsday group in the desert, or a fringe religious sect that feels totally disconnected from everyday life. But here in Australia, cults are a current and pressing issue in our communities. So much so that the Victorian Parliament has now launched an inquiry into cults and other co…

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BETOOTA TALKS: 'Monkeyboy' on the secret cultural fault lines of Sydney City. 32:17

13d ago32:17

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What are eshays? Where is Sydney home to the world's best chicken burgers? What the hell has been happening in Australia's biggest city since the government introduced lock out laws. This week, The Betoota Advocate talks to one of Sydney's most razor-sharp cultural commentators, Monkeyboy. He's an author, an online oracle, and an unofficial anthrop…

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Are young people being left out of health research? 12:16

14d ago12:16

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A new report has revealed that young Australians are being left behind in medical research, creating gaps that could affect their health for decades to come. Despite chronic diseases increasingly appearing in younger populations, most health studies focus on older adults, meaning treatments and policies often don't reflect what young people actuall…

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Headlines II Voice 4 Palestine II Festival of Critical Comedy 2025 II Marking the Dismissal II This is the Week II CFMEU Update II

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Headlines here II - What Indigenous people expect from COP30- The Human Rights Law Centre condemns the Allan Government for proposing children as young as 14 be locked away for life in Victoria. - Victorian Government push legislation to control dissent further.- Monash University has announced that it is ending its relationship with Woodside Energ…

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Headlines: 17 schools close over asbestos sand warning 5:26

15d ago5:26

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Today's headlines include: At least 17 schools in the ACT and Qld have closed as a precaution, after testing showed a children’s sand product may contain asbestos. The driver jailed over the fatal 2023 Hunter Valley bus crash has lost an appeal against his 32-year prison term. The BBC has apologised to U.S. President Donald Trump over an allegedly …

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WEEKLY BULLETIN: Libs Ditch Net Zero, 50 Years Since The Dismissal, Big Week For FIFOs, Social Media Ban & Very Chill Maid of Honour 20:57

15d ago20:57

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Clancy Overell and Errol Parker wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Betoota Advocate

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3-HOUR LIVE STREAM: Australia Is Falling Behind? Jeremy Cordeaux Exposes the 4,950-Approval Disaster 3:41:27

15d ago3:41:27

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In this special 3-hour LIVE edition streamed from his dining room table, Jeremy Cordeaux brings together sharp political commentary, major energy debates, industry insights, and candid discussions about Australia’s future. Joined by guests from politics, academia and business, Jeremy dives into South Australia’s crushing red tape problem, the 4,950…

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Net Zero Meltdown, Socialism’s Return & the Death of Common Sense 21:42

15d ago21:42

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In this powerful Garage edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux unloads on the political chaos surrounding Australia’s net-zero debate, calling the policy “nonsense” and “unachievable”. He reflects on the anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall and warns of socialism’s global resurgence — from New York electing a socialist mayor …

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Trump, Epstein and the new emails 13:53

16d ago13:53

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New emails to and from Jeffrey Epstein suggest U.S. President Donald Trump knew about his abuse of young women. It has led to Trump, as well as other members of his administration, facing growing criticism about how the White House has handled the Epstein files, with some of Trump's own Republican supporters now calling for all documents to be rele…

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Headlines: Unemployment rate falls to 4.3% 4:51

16d ago4:51

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Today's headlines include: The unemployment rate fell to 4.3% in October, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The Liberal Party has announced it will abandon net zero emissions by 2050. U.S. Congress has voted to end the country’s longest government shutdown after 43 days. And today’s good news: A Queensland police…

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Why the Coalition can't agree on climate 17:04

17d ago17:04

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The Coalition is in the middle of a major internal showdown over its climate policy, after the Nationals recently announced they were dumping their support for net zero. Yesterday, Liberal MPs gathered in Canberra to discuss whether the party should maintain its commitment to net zero by 2050. Those talks will inform the Shadow Cabinet’s next decis…

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What’s behind the relentless rise in house prices 25:43

17d ago25:43

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John Kehoe and Michael Bleby on the RBA’s inflation dilemma, why the next interest rate move might be up and how that will affect the property market. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband Further reading: Investors are flocking back to the property market Three interest rate cuts, double-digit price rises and tepid new housing supply have …

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A landmark inquiry into women’s pain 15:31

18d ago15:31

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The Victorian Government has released the final report from its landmark inquiry into women's pain. The findings paint a stark picture where thousands are suffering unnecessarily within a healthcare system that has failed to address chronic pain adequately. Today, we're breaking down the inquiry’s findings and recommendations, what happens next, an…

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Headlines: NSW & Tas crackdown on illicit tobacco 4:38

18d ago4:38

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Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has marked Remembrance Day, 107 years after the signing of the Armistice that ended WWI. New laws aimed at preventing illicit tobacco and vape sales have been introduced in NSW and Tasmania. India’s federal anti-terror agency is investigating a deadly car explosion near a tourist attraction…