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MP Chief Economist Shane Oliver is delving into the phenomenon of "doom spending," where nearly half of Gen Z reportedly dismiss saving as "pointless" and opt for impulse purchases to cope with stress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Professor Lisa Key, a road safety researcher at the University of NSW, acknowledges the complexity of preventing accidents involving elderly drivers, stating there's "no easy solution."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In a peculiar overnight incident, a brazen thief stole 53 right boots from a display at Shoe Fashions Kenmore in a Brisbane shopping centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The effectiveness of Australia's e-cigarette ban is under intense scrutiny, with market research from Roy Morgan indicating a rise in smoking, especially among young adults, while University of Sydney's Professor Becky Freeman holds a contrary view, believing rates have significantly declined in the 18-24 age bracket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A 73-year-old woman was allegedly convinced to hand over jewellery worth tens of thousands of dollars near a Blacktown shopping centre in October 2024, as part of a "spiritual blessing scam."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former Minister David Elliott has expressed his disappointment at public complaints regarding slow SES response times to storm damage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian theatre icon Todd McKenney is reprising his role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Cats' at the Theatre Royal in Sydney, marking his return to the show 37 years after performing in the original Melbourne season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Taskforce Falcon, a joint initiative of State Crime Command and the NSW Crime Commission, has arrested and charged two 15-year-old males in connection with recent shootings in Merrylands and Guildford West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Strathfield Council is set to investigate new rules to ban real estate advertising signs from public areas, responding to a surge in resident complaints.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Clinton Maynard speaks with dairy farmer and Chair of Norco Michael Jeffrey about demanding action to unlock Category D funding for struggling flood-affected communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motorists crossing the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Tunnel will face increased tolls starting tomorrow, marking only the second price rise in 16 years for these iconic crossings. Peak period southbound trips on the Bridge will increase by 14 cents to $4.41, with smaller increases for off-peak and evening travel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rotary Club of Turramurra is rolling out a proactive program designed not only to remove existing graffiti but also to maintain a perpetually graffiti-free environment. Their strategy involves engaging with private homeowners, businesses, and public facilities to ensure a sustained community-wide clean-up effort.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Share-bike giant Lime is planning a significant expansion into Western Sydney, with thousands of new e-bikes set to be deployed in Parramatta CBD and Sydney Olympic Park by the end of 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The state Opposition Leader is dismissing claims Mark Latham "runs" the Upper House in New South Wales.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Lucy Zelić has revealed that the Liberal Party was planning on kicking out Senator Jane Hume, largely due to the contentious work-from-home policy debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SPONSORED CONTENT NBN has been rolling out 'full-fibre to the premises' upgrades nationwide, aiming to provide faster internet speeds to households. To ensure families make the most of their internet, Jane McNamara from NBN has advised listeners to consider their plan and check if it can meet the household's demands. Click here to check your NBN status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Latest data reveals growing doubt over electric vehicles in Australia with concerns about battery life and ownership costs turning drivers away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A "horrifying" report has exposed dire conditions at Westmead Hospital, where critically-ill babies are allegedly being treated in tiny storerooms and corridors due to severe space shortages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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New legislation will aim to call Healthscope's bluff as the government seeks to terminate their contract, according to Independent MP Michael Regan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians are being urged to change their passwords after it was revealed over 16 billion usernames and passwords were leaked in the largest data breach ever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A copper thief is suspected to be the reason why commuters have had another day of chaos on several train lines after wires were found cut at Guildford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A man is in critical condition after he was shot by police following a suspected siege this afternoon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been unconfirmed reports of a police shooting near Campbelltown this afternoon at a caravan park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales police have charged three men for allegedly profiting at least $10 million from the sale of fake luxury goods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this week's "Straight Shooters" segment, Lucy Zelić has reacted to the banning of former Sydney forward Warwick Capper from all AFL matches for the next five years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2GB Sydney Now has been told by drivers that the current safety systems are not working and are too slow after two people were killed by trams in two years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The federal Liberal branch has continued its oversight of the New South Wales branch months after its paperwork debacle for last year's council election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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New South Wales Transport Secretary, Josh Murray, says this behaviour is getting worse and is spreading to other forms of transport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2GB Sydney Now host Clinton Maynard has been left frustrated by what he calls lunatic style behaviour fueled by a desire to become famous on social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.