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The Albanese government fails to reveal cost of PNG gift after pledging new parliamentary wing for 50th anniversary, Andrew Hastie threatens frontbench exit over net zero. Plus, a Labor MP shuts office after climate activists get aggressive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Voters slam Labor’s weak handling of immigration, the government rolls out another climate risk report full of dire warnings. Plus, Australia and Papua New Guinea plan to fully merge their militaries in a bold new defence pact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacinta Price faces backlash in her home town, Muslim groups urge a rethink on terrorism policies ahead of the Islamophobia report. Plus, police kept a heavy presence as thousands protested across Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another miss by our PM on the world stage, Price demoted after India comments, Hastie Coy on leadership ambitions. Plus, fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price sensationally dumped from the shadow ministry, Anthony Albanese ploughs ahead with his shaky UN COP31 bid. Plus, negotiations are finalised for Victoria’s Indigenous treaty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians continue to struggle under Albanese and Labor, Sussan Ley defends Senator Price insisting she’s listening to the Indian community. Plus, Premier Jacinta Allan finally concedes youth crime laws may need change after a wave of violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal rift deepens as Alex Hawke demands Jacinta Price apologise, John Howard says net zero isn’t worth the cost. Plus, Beijing throws a tantrum at Australia over Japan security talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Murray is joined by Lee Hanson and Daniel Wild for a lively panel discussion tackling the big issues shaping Australia this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sovereign citizens and anti-vaxxers push for a Harbour Bridge protest, Victoria’s crime spirals out of control. Plus, Daniel Andrews defends his controversial China visit as a chance to meet regional leaders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Jacinta Price ordered to take down the Australian flag, a review launched into the unprecedented Americanisation of our 2025 election. Plus, Labor’s plan branded the worst assault on government transparency in decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor plans to make it harder for you to access government data, Chris Bowen doubles down on his renewables obsession while ignoring critics. Plus, permanent migration numbers remain unchanged despite anti-migration protests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senate clashes over March for Australia rallies, dwelling approvals take a sharp fall in July. Plus, shocking figures reveal more than 200,000 Australians stuck waiting for aged care packages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul dissects the good, the bad and the ugly from today’s rallies, funeral dates set for the two police officers killed in the Porepunkah ambush. Plus, Anthony Albanese heckled over his renewables pitch at the Bush Summit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The hunt for the Porepunkah gunman drags into another day, the Attorney-General will appeal the shocking six-year sentence handed to cop stabber Floyd Daniel. Plus, Wesfarmers boss Rob Scott sounds the alarm on Victoria’s spiralling crime problem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police reveal the names of the fallen as the manhunt for the gunman rages on, Barnaby Joyce unloads on renewables at the Bush Summit. Plus, inflation surges to a yearly high with cost of living pain set to worsen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tragedy hits Victoria as two police officers are killed in the line of duty, Iran linked to two antisemitic attacks in Australia raising fears of more. Plus, a push to tax households with spare bedrooms to tackle the housing shortage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians weigh in on new climate targets as the Coalition braces for another net zero fight, Ted O’Brien says he has no regrets over his fiery clash with Jim Chalmers. Plus, Labor fast-tracks a five per cent deposit scheme for first home buyers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Murray takes Our Town live to Hobart where he explores the city and meets locals, he tastes Tasmania’s best seafood and speaks with One Nation’s Lee Hanson. Plus, gives three $2000 Harvey Norman vouchers to locals making a difference.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The economic reform roundtable closes in Canberra as Jim Chalmers hints at future tax reform, court blocks Story Bridge protest but organisers push ahead. Plus, left groups call for mobilisation against anti-immigration rallies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane mother calls for justice one year from her baby attack, major changes to aged pensioner savings while children with autism to be moved off NDIS. Plus, Israel's PM slams Anthony Albanese as a 'weak politician'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor’s roundtable shrouded in secrecy as phones are banned, the debate heats up over legal versus illegal migration. Plus, the Chief Justice takes aim at the false “traditional violence” defence in Top End crime cases.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young people are choosing not to have kids over climate fears, Greens refuse to back Labor’s no-confidence motion. Plus, Xi Jinping’s spy operations targeting Chinese Australians are growing bolder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of the state’s renewable transmission plan expected to double, most Australians still in the dark on Labor’s economic reform roundtable. Plus, Tasmanian salmon farm expansion stalled as Liberals call a review before parliament showdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacinta Allan hits back at claims of a gender-clinic pipeline in schools, Labor taps Deloitte to design a universal childcare model as the PM eyes his political legacy. Plus, Chalmers and Albanese appear split on the timing of major tax reforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hamas celebrates Anthony Albanese’s ‘political courage’ for recognising Palestine, new data exposes alarming rise in racism in maternity wards. Plus, AGL stock dives after announcing bold green energy strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Future Fund chiefs spends $180,000 on travel in a year, one third of students are falling behind according to NAPLAN results. Plus, NSW scraps electronic monitoring for criminals on bail.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relief could be coming for homeowners as the RBA eyes an interest rate cut, push grows for flat-fee childcare ahead of Labor’s economic roundtable. Plus, AFR readers reject Jacinta Allan’s work-from-home policies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria’s premier slams a neo-Nazi march through Melbourne CBD, the economist behind the idea to raise the GST to 15% supports the plan. Plus, the White House says Donald Trump is open to Alaska summit with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Storm apologises after scrapping Welcome to Country at the Anzac Round, the PM vows no new taxes before the next election. Plus, Victoria’s work from home mandate under fire as Melbourne’s CBD struggles with record office vacancies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Chalmers won’t rule out sweeping changes for property owners, a new report finds all levels of government are failing on racism. Plus, the federal government says economy-only rules for taxpayer-funded travel just aren’t appropriate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kmart defends its ethical sourcing program as forced labour allegations resurface, NSW government shuts down debate on charging protesters for police presence. Plus, Anthony Albanese pushes for more migration despite growing backlash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading pro-Palestinian activist refuses to denounce the burning of the Australian flag during Melbourne protests, unions pile pressure on Labor to raise taxes and scrap negative gearing. Plus, Victoria pushes to make working from home a legal right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arab states call on Hamas to disarm as momentum builds for a Palestinian state, the ACTU pushes a $25 billion tax hike as part of its new productivity plan. Plus, an Aussie worker is sacked for misgendering a non-binary colleague.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump drags his feet on naming an ambassador to Australia, Labor shuts down push to restore biological sex to law. Plus, New Zealand reopens fossil fuel exploration in major energy policy shift.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One third of students lag behind as NAPLAN results reveal a national learning crisis, Scott Farquhar urges Australia to slash red tape on AI. Plus, Donald Trump sees a massive popularity spike among young Americans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal government rejects claims vape ban backfired and pushed more young people to smoke, James Paterson backs away from public service cuts. Plus, Victorian Labor members call for immediate recognition of Palestine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sacrifices on the road to net zero, regional SA grapples with drought, Chris Minns sets the bench for leadership. Plus, hay run heroes deliver in time of need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Paul Murray for this month’s special Our Town episode from Mount Gambier, the heart of South Australia’s Limestone Coast. He unpacks Sussan Ley’s push to reconnect with corporate Australia and the $382 million bill for Indigenous treaty talks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michaelia Cash calls for end to Welcome to Country clashing with Opposition leader Sussan Ley, Victorian farmers erupt over forced transmission lines on private land. Plus, Fortescue axes hydrogen projects in Australia and US citing Trump risk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big HECS change could save Aussies up to $1300 a year, senate censures Greens deputy Mehreen Faruqi over Gaza protest during Governor General’s speech. Plus, US Olympic Committee bans transgender athletes under Trump’s new executive order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers divided over secret wind turbine deals in Binalong and Bowning, Labor refuses to declare South Australia’s algae bloom a national disaster. Plus, protests erupt as parliament returns and One Nation boycotts Welcome to Country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal politicians return to Canberra for the start of a new parliamentary term, Liberal primary vote hits historic low not seen since the 80s. Plus, some of the biggest influencers online turn out to be completely fake.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.