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Over the past week, you might have seen some commentary around sunscreens online.This is all because of some research consumer advocacy group Choice did, where it did testing on 20 different sunscreens to check if their claimed SPF matches their actual SPF.The results indicated that many sunscreens allegedly don’t deliver on their SPF rating.But are those results accurate? It’s led to a lot of back and forth, with one brand in particular, that we’re going to explain today!For Choice's original report, click here.For Ultra Violette's response, click here.Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Elliot LawryWant to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S President Donald Trump has left the G7 summit early, cancelling plans to meet with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.Police have confirmed human remains found in Queensland bushland belong to Pheobe Bishop, a 17-year-old who was declared missing last month.A doctor who supplied ‘Friends’ actor Matthew Perry with ketamine is set to plead guilty to drug charges over his death.And today’s good news: More regions of the ocean will receive special protection, following commitments made at a UN Ocean Conference last week.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam Koslowski Producer Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long-simmering tensions between Iran and Israel have broken into a full-scale exchange of hostilities, following Israeli strikes on nuclear sites and military targets, including apartment buildings in Tehran. Iran responded with strikes on Tel Aviv, and the two nations have since launched waves of missiles and rockets at each other. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain the long history between these two countries, what’s happened in the last few days, and why the U.S. is involved. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missile attacks between Iran and Israel have now entered their fourth day.Police have caught a man suspected of fatally shooting a U.S. Democrat representative and her husband.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney, ahead of the G7 meeting of the world’s most powerful economies.And the good news: Former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer has completed his 250th Parkrun.Hosts: Zara Seidler and Lucy Tassel Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve been listening to The Daily Aus for a while, you’ll know we’ve been waiting quite some time to get the leader of the Liberal Party to do an interview with us. We didn’t have any luck with Peter Dutton. But his replacement, Sussan Ley, immediately agreed to talk with us upon becoming leader. In today’s episode, TDA's Editor-in-Chief Billi FitzSimons interviews the new Opposition Leader about her assessment of why the Coalition lost, the Coalition’s subsequent breakup, their stance on nuclear, and this idea that the Liberal Party has a ‘women’s problem’. Interview by: Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot LawryGuest: Sussan Ley Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tax time is right around the corner, and there’s a whole range of things to think about at this time of year. There’s your actual tax return, there’s the sales at all the stores, but there’s also an increase in scams. In today's episode, we're unpacking everything you need to know to avoid getting scammed this tax time — from why there's an increase in scams at this time of year, and what to look out for to stay safe. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma Gillespie Producer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The Israeli Defense Forces have today fired missiles at nuclear and military facilities in Iran. Just one person has survived the crash of an Air India flight bound for London’s Gatwick Airport, which plummeted into a residential area shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has travelled to Fiji today to meet with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, to “reinforce [his] Government’s Pacific priorities”. And today’s good news: Researchers have developed new sunscreen safety protocols aimed at protecting coral reefs. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Producer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the United Nations released its most comprehensive report yet on the state of fertility around the world. The report confirmed that global fertility rates are dropping, and that it’s not necessarily for the reasons we’re often told it is. In today’s podcast, we’ll unpack the findings of the UN report, how this is manifesting here in Australia, and how governments can address this issue moving forward. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube ChannelHave feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The U.S. Defence Department (the Pentagon) has announced its reviewing AUKUS – a submarine deal between Australia, the UK, and the U.S. The Fair Work Ombudsman has found Griffith University underpaid thousands of staff by $8.3 million. Donald Trump says the U.S. has reached a “great deal” with China following trade talks with his counterpart, President Xi Jinping. And today’s good news: The discovery of a new dinosaur species has shifted scientists' understanding of the evolution of the T. rex. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Annabel WhitehouseProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Protests on the streets of LA are continuing, after the city's mayor announced a curfew and state of emergency. Demonstrations have been escalating since Friday, when federal immigration authorities launched widespread raids in downtown LA. In response to the protests, U.S. President Donald Trump has deployed the national guard and marines, a decision that has been contested by California Governor Gavin Newsom. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain everything you need to know about how the situation got to this point, and the latest on the situation in LA. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube ChannelHave feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Qantas has announced the closure of its low-cost subsidiary, Jetstar Asia, with up to 500 jobs expected to be impacted. A 17-year-old girl has been taken to hospital after she was shot by police at a pub in Queensland’s north. Parts of LA are now under their first night of new curfew orders, as protests continue in the Californian city. And today’s good news: An international team of researchers led by Monash University has developed an AI-powered rapid skin cancer diagnosis tool. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An aid ship sailing to Gaza was intercepted by Israel this week. Its passengers, including Greta Thunberg, claimed they had been kidnapped, while Israel said it was providing consular assistance to facilitate the crew's deportation home. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain the aid ship at the centre of global headlines this week, and take you through the latest on this story. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. (edited) YouTubeThe Daily AusThe Daily Aus delivers accessible and digestible news to young Aussies. We’re a newsroom of young journalists, delivering news for young people.We are completely independent. Support us by subscribing to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3l6IFpt Want to listen to more of The Daily Aus' podcast? Follow us:Spotify ► https://spoti.fi/46UTaD7Apple ► https://apple.co/3MiPu4IContact us here: hello@thedailyaus.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The LA Police Department has launched a formal investigation into the shooting of a Channel Nine journalist who was reporting on the protests. Monash IVF has announced a second incorrect embryo transfer in as many months. NSW Deputy Premier Prue Car will take personal leave after being diagnosed with breast cancer. And today’s good news: Researchers have developed a “world first” blood test that can identify coeliac disease in individuals, even when they’re on gluten-free diets. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Erin Patterson, who is accused of the murder of three people and the attempted murder of another, took the stand in her own defence. Patterson told the court her version of the events of the fatal lunch she hosted, a meal she now admits must have contained death cap mushrooms. In today’s episode, we’ll recap the first week of Patterson’s testimony, and how it squares with what we’ve learned in the trial so far. Hosts: Lucy Tassel and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About two weeks ago, Taylor Swift announced that she bought the masters to her first six albums, meaning she now effectively owns all of her albums and has complete control over her creative work. It was a surprising development that brought an end to one of the biggest and longstanding stories in pop culture of the past five years. So what does an artist owning their masters actually mean, and how will this impact the music industry as a whole? Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A large-scale study has found that over half of young Australians are dissatisfied with their bodies. Butterfly Foundation’s latest BodyKind Youth survey paints an alarming picture, with over 75% of Aussie teens wishing they were thinner, and 90% reporting some level of concern about their body image. In today's episode, we'll explore the key findings from this report, including what it tells us about the lives of young people and their relationship with body dissatisfaction and social media. For crisis support, call Butterfly's national helpline on 1800 33 4673 (7 days a week, 8am-midnight AEST) or chat online to a counsellor. You can read more about Butterfly Foundation's BodyKind Youth survey here. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: A Tasmanian jumping castle operator has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing over a 2021 incident that killed six children. An Australian man has been released on bail after four years in an Iraqi prison. Israel has launched a series of air strikes on the Lebanese capital of Beirut. And today’s good news: Australian scientists have developed a potential pathway to curing HIV, using the same mRNA technology behind COVID-19 vaccines. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than one in three men report using intimate partner violence – any behaviour in an intimate relationship that causes physical, sexual or psychological harm – according to a Government-backed study into men's mental health and wellbeing, paternal relationships, demographics, social support, and life satisfaction. Launched in 2013, 'Ten to Men' is the largest longitudinal study on male health globally, with a total cohort of 24,000 men involved today. Its program lead, Dr Sean Martin from the Australian Institute of Family Studies joins us is today's deep dive to talk about the latest Ten to Men findings. You can read more about the report here. Lifeline: 13 11 141800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732Guest: Dr Sean Martin, Program Lead for Ten to MenHosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Elliot LawryWant to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube ChannelHave feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Tasmanian voters will head to an early election after a no-confidence motion was passed against Liberal Premier Jeremy Rockliff. The judge in accused mushroom murderer Erin Patterson’s trial has warned the jury to expect an extension in proceedings. Plane manufacturer Boeing has agreed to pay a $US1.1 billion settlement to avoid legal action over two fatal crashes. And today's good news: A Victorian family has been reunited with their missing pet dog after a Country Fire Authority-led rescue operation. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have seen that Elon Musk has criticised a bill brought forward by U.S. President Donald Trump. Musk called Trump’s bill a “disgusting abomination”. It comes days after Musk finished up at the White House as the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). It’s left us with one question: Are Trump and Musk now fighting? And if so, what’s it all about? We’ll explain what you need to know in today’s podcast. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The economy grew by 0.2% in the first three months of 2025, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) figures. The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) has finished its recount of the Sydney seat of Bradfield, declaring independent candidate Nicolette Boele the winner by 26 votes. And today’s good news: Archaeologists have discovered evidence of a nearly 3,000-year-old Mayan city in Guatemala. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The growing popularity of cosmetic procedures like injectables and fillers has sparked growing concerns about patient safety, regulation, and the responsibilities of practitioners. From September, new national guidelines will impose tighter rules on who can perform these procedures, how they’re advertised, and what protections are in place for people under 18. In today’s episode, we'll unpack what’s changing and why. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The National Minimum Wage will increase by 3.5% from 1 July, following a decision from the Fair Work Commission, Australia’s national work watchdog. The Queensland Coroner will investigate the death of a 32-year-old woman who was charged with the murder of her three-year-old daughter. A fresh search for Madeleine McCann’s body is beginning this week, nearly two decades after the three-year-old girl went missing during a family holiday in Portugal. And today’s good news: Four female gorillas will be reintroduced into the wild in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, boosting a small and critically endangered population. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may remember that the Government promised to take 20% off student loans if they won the election. So, why did everyone’s HECS debts just increase? In today’s podcast, we’ll explain how HECS works, why it exists, and when the Government will be able to take action on its discount promise. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has rejected calls from the U.S. to boost Australia’s military spending. The Federal Government has updated its travel advice for Indonesia after a spate of dangerous incidents, including drownings and drink-spikings. Poland has elected a new President after a tight race between right-wing candidate Karol Nawrocki and his liberal opponent, Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski. And today’s good news: a new study conducted by Yale and Auckland University researchers has found “singing to babies boosts their moods.” Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're starting the week with a good news story about a community organisation working to dismantle barriers to inclusion in the workplace. Bianca Stern is the General Manager and a founding member of All Things Equal — a Melbourne-based social enterprise empowering people with disability through award-wage employment, purposeful training, and pathways to rewarding careers in hospitality. The organisation recently put out an Equal Opportunity White Paper, which it calls a ‘Blueprint for Disability Employment in Hospitality.’ The report is a call to action for the hospitality sector, which it says is at a turning point. To talk us through inclusive employment and how All Things Equal is paving the way for the industry, Bianca joins us for today's deep dive. Guest: Bianca Stern from All Things EqualHosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The political party One Nation has doubled its representation in the Senate to four seats. Mourners have gathered in an Alice Springs supermarket, where a vigil has been held to remember a First Nations man who died in police custody this week. King Charles has expressed his concern and support for those affected by the recent NSW floods, which claimed five lives. And today’s good news: Scientists have developed an “ultra-fast” sequencing technology that can diagnose brain tumours with a 100% success rate. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A legal challenge to block a Sydney private boys school from going co-ed failed in a NSW court this week. Newington College’s plan to open enrolments to girls first made headlines over a year ago, when a group of parents, Old Boys and students gathered outside the school in protest of the announcement. Today, we’ll bring you up to speed on this high-profile case, including a breakdown of what this week’s Supreme Court decision means. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Lucy TassellProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has defended the number of women appointed to her shadow cabinet, following criticism about a drop in female representation. Southern parts of Australia are facing an increased risk of winter bushfires, according to a new national outlook. Trade Minister Don Farrell has promised to continue pushing the U.S. to drop tariffs on Australian imports, after a court moved to block Trump’s controversial levies. And today’s good news: A new study has found that cats can distinguish between the smell of their owners and strangers. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Elliott LawryProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After days of negotiations and just over a week after announcing their break-up, the Coalition is back together. Liberal Party leader Sussan Ley and Nationals leader David Littleproud confirmed the parties have reached an agreement, as they announced the new-look shadow cabinet side-by-side on Wednesday. In today's deep dive, we'll bring you up to speed on the developments that led to the Coalition split, and explore what's behind the reunion. Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Prices rose by 2.4% in the year to April, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Independent Senator Fatima Payman has filed an official complaint alleging inappropriate conduct by a parliamentarian. The U.S. State Department has reportedly instructed embassies and consulates to temporarily halt interviews for student visas to the U.S. amid plans to expand social media vetting. And today’s good news: Researchers have developed a new dental floss that can detect stress. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this week, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called Israel’s blockade of food and aid supplies into Gaza "outrageous". His comments came as Australia joined 22 other nations in demanding Israel allow the full resumption of humanitarian aid to Gaza's 2.1 million residents. Today, we're breaking down what's happening with aid delivery to Gaza, how the international community has responded and Australia’s position on the issue. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: The WA Government has announced it will compensate survivors of the Stolen Generations under a new redress scheme. After more than three weeks of counting, the Australian Electoral Commission has confirmed Jacqui Lambie has been re-elected to the Senate. Russian authorities and U.S. President Donald Trump have exchanged insults following a major Russian attack on Ukraine, killing 13. And today’s good news: Native turtles have returned to Yosemite National Park in the U.S. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Producer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this month, a group of white South African refugees arrived in the U.S. after an executive order by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump claims the group are being targeted as victims of "racial discrimination" and has therefore extended refugee protection to the group. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain the story behind the headline, and what you need to know about the Trump administration’s decision to grant refugee status to white South Africans. Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla Maher The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Communities along the Victorian coast are bracing for flooding after the Bureau of Meteorology issued a coastal hazard warning for “abnormally high tides” throughout Monday and Tuesday. The sexual assault trial of Independent NSW MP Gareth Ward has begun in a Sydney court this week. Thousands of Americans have taken to the streets to mark five years since the death of George Floyd. And today's good news: The University of Washington has developed handlebar sensors to map safer bike routes. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine the Olympics, except all the athletes are on performance enhancing drugs. Enter: The Enhanced Games. The competition has been at the centre of controversy and debate over the last year, prompting many to question its feasibility — but we now know the Enhanced Games will go ahead next year. In today’s deep dive we’ll take you through the latest on the Enhanced Games, from where it's being hosted and how it will work, to the competitor who's already set a new (and technically illegal) world record. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the past few years, there has been a growing conversation about coercive control in romantic relationships. Last year, NSW became the first state in Australia to criminalise coercive control shortly followed by Queensland. Now, new research from eSafety has looked into how this is playing out on, or even being fast-tracked by, technology. Essentially, they wanted to know - what attitudes and behaviours have become normalised amongst younger generations who have grown up in the digital age, that actually could be a red flag for coercive control? For example, how many people think it’s normal and healthy to track their partner’s location? We'll dive deeper in today's podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Four people have been confirmed dead amid the New South Wales flood crisis, with at least one other person still missing. The contest for the seat of Bradfield has tightened to just three votes as AEC counting continues. Denmark’s Parliament has passed a law to increase the retirement age to 70 by 2040, impacting those born after 1970. And today’s good news: Three Matildas stars are set to take to the field when Arsenal play Barcelona in the Women’s Champions League final on Sunday morning (AEST).Listen to our new podcast series Investigating Ozempic: Part one: The young Aussies using OzempicPart two: Ozempic & the business of telehealthPart three: Diet culture in the age of Ozempic Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Endometriosis has been in the headlines this week, with the announcement of a new specialised clinic, and a data drop from Australia’s health institute. The chronic pelvic condition affects at least a million Aussies, and diagnosis rates are increasing. In today’s episode, we’ll explain the latest developments in endometriosis research, and what they might mean for people with the condition. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Two people are dead and two others are missing as heavy rainfall continues to intensify flood conditions in parts of NSW. The Queensland Government has vowed to introduce jail time for landlords who knowingly lease property to illegal tobacco and vape traders. Two employees of Israel’s embassy in the U.S. have been shot dead outside the Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. And today’s good news: A breakthrough Alzheimer’s treatment has been approved for use in Australia. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara SeidlerProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprise political development this week, the National Party announced it is splitting from its long-term partner, the Liberal Party, effectively ending the Coalition that has been a cornerstone of Australian politics for decades. This decision marks only the third time in the Coalition's 80-year history that the parties have formally separated. So what happens now? Who now makes up the Opposition? Does it just guarantee Labor will be elected again at the next election? We’ll answer all the questions in today’s episode. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: Record-breaking rainfall in parts of NSW has left thousands cut-off by flood waters. The fallout of the Coalition’s split has continued today with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealing he has now had discussions with both the Liberal Leader Sussan Ley and the Nationals Leader David Littleproud. Spain has ordered Airbnb to remove thousands of tourist accommodation listings from its platform, after finding they violated local regulations. And today’s good news: Researchers have developed a new breakthrough gel substance to boost coral restoration efforts. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a heads up, this is the third episode of a three-part series. 'The young Aussies using Ozempic', here. You can listen to part two, 'Ozempic & the business of telehealth' here. In a new three-part series, TDA is investigating the complex world of medicated weight-loss. In part three, we examine how social media is reshaping the Ozempic conversation, from influencer endorsements to rising tensions around body image, shame, and access. We explore the cultural divide that’s emerging on and offline, and what it reveals about diet culture in 2025. Note: We've changed the names of some of the people you'll hear from in this episode. These sources are known to TDA, but we've kept some of their personal details private to protect their identity. Support resources: For 24/7 crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For eating disorder support, help is available through the Butterfly Foundation online or over the phone on 1800 ED HOPE. Host and producer: Emma Gillespie Guests: Dr Michael Bonning, Dr Emma Beckett, and Varsha Yajman Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include:The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has reduced the cash rate to a two-year low of 3.85%. The National party has split from the Coalition, ending its long-standing alliance with the Liberal Party. Qantas and Virgin have increased their earnings and market dominance since the collapse of domestic airlines Bonza and Rex, the ACCC says. And today’s good news: Another day, another good news story from the world of chimps! New research suggests wild chimpanzees share a similar mother–infant bond as humans. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Elliot LawryProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Correction: In a previous version of this podcast, TDA incorrectly stated that Juniper receives an average of 41 mental health-related patient interactions per week. This should have said Juniper receives an average of 41 mental health-related per month.In a new three-part series, TDA is investigating the complex world of medicated weight-loss. In part two, we explore Ozempic's telehealth boom to understand how virtual clinics are reshaping prescribing practices. We'll hear first-hand accounts from patients and practitioners as we take a closer look at the country's most popular online provider in this space. Just a heads up, this is the second episode of a three-part series. Listen to the first episode, 'The young Aussies using Ozempic', here. Note: We've changed the names of some of the people you'll hear from in this episode. These sources are known to TDA, but we've kept some of their personal details private to protect their identity. Support resources: For 24/7 crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For eating disorder support, help is available through the Butterfly Foundation online or over the phone on 1800 ED HOPE. Host and producer: Emma Gillespie Guests: Dr Michael Bonning, Dr Emma Beckett, and Varsha Yajman Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Police have charged a 21-year-old Sydney man with more than 50 "hate-related offences" in the city’s inner west. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles has said the Government is “deeply opposed” to the sentencing of Australian prisoner of war Oscar Jenkins in Russia. Portugal has held its third election in three years, weeks after Prime Minister Luis Montenegro lost a vote of confidence in the country’s Parliament. And today’s good news: new research has found that chimpanzees help each other with both first aid and self care. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Achol ArokProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a new three-part series, TDA is investigating the complex world of medicated weight-loss. Once lauded as the silver bullet to the stars, Ozempic and other similar medications have slowly but surely crossed into the mainstream, bringing with them new conversations about body image, ethics, health, and accessibility. But how are young people engaging with these medications? In part one of ‘Investigating Ozempic’ we'll unpack the drug’s rise to prominence, and explore the mental health side effects associated with its use. We'll also hear from young Aussies with first-hand experience with Ozempic. Note: We've changed the names of some of the people you'll hear from in this episode. These sources are known to TDA, but we've kept some of their personal details private to protect their identity. Support resources: For 24/7 crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For eating disorder support, help is available through the Butterfly Foundation online or over the phone on 1800 ED HOPE. Host and producer: Emma Gillespie Guests: Dr Michael Bonning, Dr Emma Beckett, and Varsha Yajman Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scams are on the rise in Australia. And not only are they increasing in volume, they are more sophisticated than ever before, particularly in the age of artificial intelligence. So what is being done to combat the rise of scams, and is it working?We’ll break it all down for you in today’s podcast. Note: This podcast is brought to you by PayID – an easy way to send money using your mobile number or email, without needing to remember bank details. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here are this afternoon's headlines: Former soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has lost his bid to appeal his failed defamation case against Nine newspapers.The cut off for postal votes to be received by the Australian Electoral Commission is today. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said he expects US-led peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, set to be held this weekend in Turkiye, will fail to deliver a breakthrough. And today’s good news: American Ilona Maher, one of rugby’s most high-profile players, is in Canberra this weekend as the USA Eagles take on the Wallaroos as part of the Pacific Four series. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, there have been a number of new party leaders. Sussan Ley was elected the first female leader of the Liberal Party, and just yesterday, Larissa Waters was elected the leader of the Greens. It all comes as we now have more women in parliament than ever before. In this episode, we’re going to look at what the representation of women in politics looks like today. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: 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 Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This afternoon's headlines: The Greens have unanimously elected a new leader, Larissa Waters, after former leader Adam Bandt lost his seat at the federal election. The Israeli Defense Forces have launched a new bombardment of Gaza, which the Hamas-run Health Ministry says killed at least 80 people, a quarter of whom were children. Australia’s unemployment rate is at 4.1%, remaining steady since the beginning of the year, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. And today’s good news! The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have announced that deaths by drug overdoses were down almost 30% in 2024, compared to the previous year. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.