The Daily Aus

Follow The Daily Aus
Share on
Copy link to clipboard

The Daily Aus podcast is a five-minute entree to your news diet, and is presented by co-founders Sam (26) and Zara (24). Join them every weekday morning as they cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. Over 80,000 Australians get their news from The Daily Aus on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.

The Daily Aus


    • Jul 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • daily NEW EPISODES
    • 11m AVG DURATION
    • 1,607 EPISODES


    Search for episodes from The Daily Aus with a specific topic:

    Latest episodes from The Daily Aus

    The young Aussies being underpaid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 10:53 Transcription Available


    If you're a young person who's worked in retail, hospitality, or other casual jobs, you've probably wondered at some point whether you were not being paid fairly. Now, new research from the University of Melbourne suggests your suspicions are correct. A major study surveying nearly 3,000 young workers has found that one in three have likely been underpaid, even when you account for junior rates. The findings are stark: around 10% of workers were paid just $10 an hour or less, more than half weren't paid overtime they were entitled to, and one in five weren't paid for work they'd done. To help us understand these findings and their implications for young workers across Australia, we're joined on today’s podcast by Tom Dillon, Research Fellow at the Centre for Employment and Labour Relations Law at the University of Melbourne, who co-authored this report. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Thanks to FoodSwitch for supporting this episode – head to foodswitch.com.au to download the free app and try it out at your next grocery shop. 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.

    Headlines: Israel bombs Syrian capital

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 3:48 Transcription Available


    Israel has bombed the Syrian capital of Damascus, its third strike on the country this week.Australia’s unemployment rate rose to 4.3% in June, up from 4.1% in May.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has concluded his visit to China, saying his focus with the country is on reaching “more agreement and less disagreement”.And the good news: Moesha Johnson has become the first Australian to win the women’s 10km open water swimming title in Singapore at the World Aquatics Championships. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    Why the Epstein Files split Trump's base

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 14:36 Transcription Available


    Senior members of the Trump administration, including President Donald Trump himself, are facing growing criticism from their own supporters after the Justice Department concluded that no document exists that lists every associate or client of convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein, and that the disgraced financier died by suicide in jail. But members of Trump’s party don’t believe Attorney General Pam Bondi’s findings. Instead, they are calling for Trump to fulfil his campaign promise of releasing as much information as possible about Epstein's alleged high-profile clients. It’s a story that has stretched over a decade, and today we’re going to break down what happened, why it's causing such a stir within Trump's own party, and what this means for the administration going forward. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Lucy TassellProducer: Orla Maher Thanks to FoodSwitch for supporting this episode – head to foodswitch.com.au to download the free app and try it out at your next grocery shop. 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.

    Headlines: Convicted backpacker murderer dies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 3:48 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include:Convicted murder Bradley John Murdoch has died in palliative care in Alice Springs of throat cancer.Former Liberal candidate Gisele Kapterian has announced she will contest the result in the Sydney seat of Bradfield.An update from the world of sport.And the good news! A three-year-old girl has qualified for the UK’s top dog show.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    The survival of the lost backpacker in WA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 12:15 Transcription Available


    You’ve likely heard about the journey of Carolina Wilga, the German backpacker who got lost in the unforgiving outback of Western Australia. Last Friday, after 11 nights, Wilga was found by a member of the public while walking on the edge of a nature reserve. Police said she has endured the harshest of conditions, including freezing temperatures and relentless mosquito bites. We’ll tell you what we know about the 26-year-old’s journey in today’s podcast. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Thanks to FoodSwitch for supporting this episode – head to foodswitch.com.au to download the free app and try it out at your next grocery shop. 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.

    Headlines: New details of childcare abuse allegations in VIC

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 3:45 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines:Victoria Police have announced a further 800 children will need to be tested for possible infectious diseases.Australia’s central bank has recommended businesses get rid of extra charges on payments made by debit and credit cards.U.S. President Donald Trump has said widespread tariffs will be imposed on Russia should a peace deal with Ukraine not be reached within 50 days.And today’s good news: Researchers from the University of South Australia have invented a biodegradable gel that delivers medication to limit the severity of tremors and stiffness as a result of Parkinson’s disease. 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.

    Why is the price of gold surging?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 12:15 Transcription Available


    Gold is one of the world’s oldest investments. In 2025, it came into the spotlight as a haven for investors concerned about the volatility of our economic markets. About two months ago, it reached its highest price ever - around $3,800 an ounce. That's a pretty big deal when you consider that just five years ago, an ounce of gold was worth about half that amount. When gold prices soar like this, it can impact everything from the jewellery you might buy to the broader Australian economy. On today’s podcast, we’re going to look at what has driven the spike in the price of gold, and the mechanics of actually buying the shiny stuff. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Thanks to FoodSwitch for supporting this episode – head to foodswitch.com.au to download the free app and try it out at your next grocery shop. 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.

    Headlines: The PM's visit to China

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 4:05 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The Australian Bureau of Statistics will run a test version of the national Census for around 60,000 households next month.Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping tomorrow, as part of his second visit to China since taking office.A French woman who testified at her husband’s trial for drugging and raping her, and allowing others to rape her, has been given the country’s highest civilian honour.And today’s good news: Australian golfer Grace Kim has won her first major title at the Evian Championship in France.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.

    Trump's campaign for a Nobel Peace Prize

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2025 15:12 Transcription Available


    Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. It comes after Pakistan's Government also nominated him in June, making it Trump's second nomination in six months. But what actually is the noble peace prize, and how does one… get one? Today, we're looking at what these nominations mean and why Trump has been pursuing this prize since his first term in office. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Thanks to FoodSwitch for supporting this episode – head to foodswitch.com.au to download the free app and try it out at your next grocery shop. 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.

    Headlines: Trump nominates Australian as Malaysia ambassador

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 4:21 Transcription Available


    U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated Australian social media personality and author Nick Adams as his ambassador to Malaysia. A man has faced court over allegations he stalked radio personality Jackie 'O' Henderson. Sweden’s immigration minister has refused to resign from office following news that his teenage son was engaging with white supremacist content online. And the good news: Three new dogs have begun work at the Federal and Family Court in NSW as part of its ‘Court Dogs’ program, which supports vulnerable people and children in the court system. 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.

    The changing laws of pet ownership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 14:58 Transcription Available


    Did you know that rules of pet ownership are changing in Australia? Well, kind of. At the start of this month, the ACT revealed a new draft code of practice that sets out mandatory rules of dog ownership in the territory. Among the new rules is a required minimum time of three hours spent with a dog every day. Now that is just for the ACT. Read the ACT's full draft Code of Practice here. But it comes a month after new laws at the federal level came into effect that changed how pets are seen in the family law system. It means pets won’t just be seen as property, and there will be new special considerations to who took the best care of the pet. Today, we’re looking at how the rules of pet ownership are changing. 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.

    Headlines: 91-year-old kills one, injures two others in car crash

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 5:05 Transcription Available


    A 91-year-old woman has killed one person and injured two others in a car crash in outer eastern Melbourne this afternoon.Hamas has agreed to release 10 of the hostages it took on 7 October 2023, as a new round of ceasefire negotiations with Israel continues.The Queensland Maroons delivered a convincing victory over the NSW Blues to win the 2025 men’s State of Origin series.Today’s good news: The first malaria treatment safe for babies to take has been approved for use.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    The prank call that changed Aussie radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 16:25 Transcription Available


    A former radio host is taking legal action against his former employer over a 2012 prank call controversy that made global headlines. Michael Christian is suing Southern Cross Austereo, claiming he wasn't supported through the fallout from an on-air segment that led to tragic consequences. Today we're explaining what happened in 2012, the legal action that's now underway, and what Christian is alleging about his treatment by the radio network. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Emma GillespieProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Qld mandates safety training for childcare staff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 4:03 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Queensland will become the first Australian state to mandate regular safety training for childcare workers. The Reserve Bank’s deputy governor is warning that U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war will have a “profound” economic impact. The death toll from flash floods that struck central Texas on Friday has risen to at least 111 people, with at least 173 still missing as search and rescue teams continue operations. And today’s good news: Mattel has launched the first Barbie with type 1 diabetes. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    The NT police racism findings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 23:20 Transcription Available


    Northern Territory Coroner Elisabeth Armitage has handed down the long-awaited findings in the inquest into the killing of 19-year-old Warlpiri-Luritja man Kumanjayi Walker, by then-police officer Zachary Rolfe. Armitage found that Rolfe was a racist, embedded in a racist culture at NT Police, and that Walker’s death was “avoidable”. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain Armitage’s findings about Rolfe and Walker’s lives, and her recommendations to the territory government and police. 13 YARN: 13 92 76Lifeline: 13 11 14 You can read the inquest’s findings in full here. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma GillespieProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Interest rates on hold in surprise RBA decision

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 4:17 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has left the cash rate unchanged at 3.85%. The death toll from the Texas floods has surpassed 100, with at least 28 children among the dead. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu has put Donald Trump’s name forward for a Nobel Peace Prize. And in today’s good news: A small South American country has become the first malaria-free region in the Amazon. 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.

    Guilty: The mushroom murder verdict

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 18:36 Transcription Available


    A long-awaited verdict has been handed down in the mushroom murder trial of Erin Patterson. A jury found Patterson guilty of three counts of murder, and one count of attempted murder. Patterson was charged after she served her estranged husband’s relatives a beef Wellington lunch that included death cap mushrooms in July 2023. Prosecutors alleged she put them in the meal intentionally, while the defence argued it was a mistake. Today, we’ll take you through the latest on the trial from the verdict to sentencing, what led to this moment and what comes next. Catch up on our episode about Erin Patterson's testimony here. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma GillespieProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Jury finds Erin Patterson guilty of murder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 4:06 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: After ten weeks of hearings, a jury has found Erin Patterson guilty of three charges of murder and one charge of attempted murder. A woman has undergone emergency surgery after she was mauled by a lion at a Queensland zoo. U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened an additional 10% tariff on nations aligned with the BRICS partnership, which includes China and Russia. And today's good news: A service in the U.S. is using AI facial recognition to reunite families with lost pets. 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.

    TDA interviews the Governor-General

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2025 24:30 Transcription Available


    Last week, TDA had a special guest in the office: Australia's highest official, Governor-General Sam Mostyn. But what does the Governor-General actually do? In today's episode, Mostyn breaks down the core parts of her job, how she sees the role of the Crown in modern Australia, and what she hopes for this country. Interview by Emma GillespieProducer: Orla Maher and 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.

    Headlines: Congress passes "big beautiful bill"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 3:11 Transcription Available


    The U.S. Congress has passed President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful bill”.Two bodies of men have been found in a house in the Sydney suburb of Surry Hills, according to NSW Police.The football world is in mourning after the sudden deaths of Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo Jota, and his brother André.One of Australia’s most endangered species, the Corroboree Frog, has seen its largest-ever release into a NSW national park.Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    The science of being cool

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 13:17 Transcription Available


    What does it take to be considered cool? According to science there are exactly six traits. Today, we’re going to take you through what scientists learned after examining almost 6,000 people across 13 countries to figure out the difference between being cool and being good - and they’re not the same thing at all. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons 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.

    Headlines: NSW records first death from rare bat virus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 3:47 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: A NSW man has become the first person outside of Queensland to die from Australian bat lyssavirus, a rare infection similar to rabies. The driver jailed over the fatal 2023 Hunter Valley bus crash has launched an appeal against his 32-year prison term. At least four people have died and dozens are missing after an Indonesian ferry sank off the coast of Bali. And today’s good news: Native Australian bee honey could help tackle the global antibiotic resistance crisis. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie 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 childcare worker charged with 70 offences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 12:09 Transcription Available


    This week, we learned a 26-year-old childcare worker has been charged with 70 offences, including child rape, in Victoria. It has led to an immediate, and state-wide response that has impacted thousands of families in Victoria and an entire sector. So what exactly do we know about the allegations against this man? And how are officials responding? We’ll tell you what you need to know in today’s podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons 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.

    Headlines: Millions at risk after "significant" Qantas cyberattack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 4:27 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The personal details of millions of Qantas customers may have been leaked following a mass cyber attack. The Victorian Government has announced an urgent review into childcare safety, after a 26-year-old childcare worker was charged with more than 70 offences. U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial tax and spending legislation, also known as the “big beautiful bill”, has narrowly passed the U.S. Senate. And today’s good news: A rare sighting of a leopard in Bangladesh has renewed hopes for the future of the endangered species Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie 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.

    New financial year, new rules

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 14:56 Transcription Available


    It's the start of a new financial year in Australia this week, which means a raft of changes affecting millions of Australians came into effect yesterday. From wage increases to new laws, cost-of-living-relief and super increases, there's quite a bit to unpack. In today's deep dive, we'll walk you through the big changes that came into effect this week, and explain how they might impact you. Listen: The changes coming to your super 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. YouTubeThe Daily Aus The Daily Aus delivers accessible and digestible news to young Aussies. We’re a newsroom of young journalists, delivering news for young people. 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/46UTaD7 Apple ► https://apple.co/3MiPu4I Contact us here: hello@thedailyaus.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Headlines: Govt appoints new illicit tobacco Commissioner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 4:00 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Australia’s first Illicit Tobacco and E-cigarette Commissioner has been named by the Federal Government. Large parts of NSW are being told to brace for damaging winds, heavy rain and potential flooding, with a ‘rain bomb’ predicted to hit the state tomorrow. Two firefighters have been shot dead in the U.S. state of Idaho, after what police suspect was a planned ambush. And today's good news: Wimbledon will get underway this evening with the highest number of Aussies in the draw since 1995. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry 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 Glastonbury controversies, explained

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 13:22 Transcription Available


    Over the weekend, Britain’s biggest music festival Glastonbury was held on a farm in south-west England. This year’s edition made more headlines than usual due to a pair of acts: Irish rap group Kneecap, and English punk pair Bob Vylan. Kneecap’s inclusion on the lineup was already newsworthy due one of its members facing a terrorism-related charge, while Bob Vylan sparked discussion by calling for “death to the IDF,” the Israeli Defense Forces, mid-set. In today’s show, we’ll break down the conversation around the two performances, the Government’s reaction, and a woman named Helen from Wales. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Elliot Lawry Kneecap's film can be watched on Stan. 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.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/3l6IFptWant 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.

    Headlines: Watchdog finds "serious corruption" by senior official

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 3:53 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Australia’s corruption watchdog has found a senior Home Affairs official engaged in “serious” corrupt conduct when she helped her sister’s fiancé secure a job in the department. Popular “reef-safe” sunscreen brands have been accused of greenwashing by the national consumer watchdog. Over 50,000 people have been evacuated as wildfires continue to burn across Turkiye. It comes amid heatwave conditions across large parts of Europe. And today's good news: Conservationists have welcomed a 30,000-hectare expansion of Litchfield National Park in the Northern Territory. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry 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 battle over religious posters in U.S. schools

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2025 13:31 Transcription Available


    A group of parents in the U.S. state of Texas have launched a lawsuit to stop the state government from forcing all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments — a list of moral orders central to some religions. The Texas families are mostly themselves Christian, but they argue the move is violating their civil rights under the US Constitution, among other concerns. In today’s deep dive, we’ll unpack the details and explain the legal background to this case. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Elliot LawryResearch: Lucy Tassell 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.

    Headlines: Cassius Turvey's killers sentenced to life in prison

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 3:59 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Two men have been sentenced to life behind bars over the 2022 Perth murder of teenager Cassius Turvey. The media regulator has rejected a proposal to play more alcohol ads on TV “at times when children are more likely to be watching.” After nearly 40 years in charge of American magazine Vogue, Anna Wintour is stepping down as Editor in Chief. And today's good news: Astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary have become the first from their countries to visit the International Space Station (ISS). Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie 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.

    Why the ABC lost an unfair dismissal case

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 11:48 Transcription Available


    The ABC unlawfully dismissed journalist Antoinette Lattouf by cutting short her week-long radio hosting role, the federal court has ruled. Lattouf was sacked after sharing a Human Rights Watch post on social media in December 2023. She accused the public broadcaster of unfairly dismissing her for holding a political opinion – an argument the ABC rejected, but the court upheld.In today’s deep dive, we’ll take you through the Lattouf ruling and what it means for Australian media. Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Jailed Aussie whistleblower's new appeal bid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 4:17 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Jailed whistleblower David McBride has lodged an appeal application to Australia’s highest court, seeking to overturn charges for leaking secret defence documents. A former student of Western Sydney University (WSU) has been charged over a series of cyberattacks between 2021 and 2025. The death penalty will be abolished in Vietnam for several crimes, including embezzlement, spying and attempting to overthrow the Government. And today’s good news: Scientists have used ancient DNA to create a realistic facial reconstruction of a woman who lived in Europe 10,500 years ago. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie 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 good news you missed this week

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 12:57 Transcription Available


    It’s been a particularly tense time around the world, as we've covered on the podcast this week. But we want to bring you something different for today's deep dive — an exclusively good news episode. From the Aussie athletes breaking records to surfing dogs and a conservation breakthrough, we hope you find a bit of joy in today's podcast. For more stories like these in your inbox every week, sign up to our good newsletter here.You can learn more about Fran Hurndall or donate hereGet your dose of surfing dog pics here and do not click this link if you hate cute ducklingsHosts: 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 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.

    Headlines: Monthly inflation eases to 2.1%

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 4:34 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Prices rose by 2.1% in the year to May, according to monthly inflation figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has described last month’s election loss as “devastating,” and says she’s determined to get more women in the Liberal party elected. A review into an incident that left a Boeing plane without part of its cabin has blamed the manufacturer for multiple safety failures. And today’s good news: A small trial of a new treatment has had an 83% success rate amongst type 1 diabetes patients. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Emma Gillespie 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.

    Your Middle East questions, answered

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 19:31 Transcription Available


    For nearly two weeks now, Iran and Israel have been engaged in a war that has kept the world anxiously waiting to see what happens next.As we have covered this week, the U.S. effectively entered the war by bombing three nuclear sites in Iran, which Iran responded to by launching missile strikes on U.S. military bases in Qatar.The situation is tense and complex. Today, we're answering all the questions you sent us. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 4:30 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Israel and Iran have now both agreed to a ceasefire deal announced by U.S. President Donald Trump early this morning. Meanwhile, increased tensions in the region have prompted several international airlines to cancel or redirect services over the Middle East. Virgin Australia’s share price has jumped by more than 9% during the airline’s first day of trade in five years. And today's good news: A major U.S-backed science facility in Chile has captured images of space with a level of detail never before seen by astronomers. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie 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 U.S. strikes on Iran, explained

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 17:03 Transcription Available


    Over the weekend, the U.S. struck Iran. It’s the largest attack America has ever carried out on Iran, and comes amid a war between Iran and Israel, which counts the U.S. as its closest ally. In today’s episode, we’ll catch you up on this rapidly evolving story and explain the historic strike, discuss Iran’s reaction, and take a look at how Australia has responded to the attack.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emma GillespieWant 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. (edited) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Headlines: Albanese supports U.S. decision to strike Iran

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 4:59 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The Australian Government has confirmed its support for the U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, while repeating calls for a “diplomatic” solution to the Middle East conflict. Most renters avoid asking their landlords for repairs “in case they face a rent increase”, according to a new study from the Australian Council of Social Service. Tesla has launched self-driving taxis in the city of Austin, Texas. And today's good news: Three Australian capitals have been named in a list of the top ten most liveable cities in the world. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie 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.

    Why a baby was born to a dead woman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 12:58 Transcription Available


    Several months ago, a U.S. woman named Adriana Smith had a medical emergency and ended up in hospital. Doctors found blood clots on her brain, and she was declared brain dead. Her story didn’t end there, however, because Adriana was around eight or nine weeks pregnant and lived in the state of Georgia. In today’s podcast episode, we’ll explain what happened next, and the legal debate this case has sparked.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: 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.

    The changes coming to your super

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 13:38 Transcription Available


    Did you know the amount of superannuation you get paid is about to change? As of 1 July, the minimum amount of super you receive is about to increase. So what does this actually mean for you? We’ll explain in today’s podcast. Hosts: Sam Koslowski 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. 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.

    Headlines: ADF deployed to Middle East to evacuate Australians

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 4:59 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The Federal Government will send defence assets to the Middle East to assist in the evacuation of Australians. Australia is a step closer to rolling out age verification technology on social media platforms, after new findings were released. Donald Trump has delayed banning TikTok in the U.S. for another three months. And today's good news: A retiring explosive detection dog is being celebrated by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) after six years of service. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy TassellProducer: Emma Gillespie 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 $100 million AI job offers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 18:41 Transcription Available


    This week, Meta made its second-largest acquisition ever, buying a major stake in AI company Scale AI for $21 billion. But that's just the beginning of Silicon Valley's most extreme talent war, where tech giants are offering $100 million signing bonuses to poach AI experts from competitors. In today's podcast, Sam and Billi unpack why companies like Meta, Google and Microsoft are offering nine-figure salaries to lure the best minds in artificial intelligence, why AI is so expensive, and a housemate rivalry. 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.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.

    Headlines: Closing arguments wrap in Erin Patterson murder trial

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 3:58 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: The jury in the trial of accused mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is a step closer to deliberations, with the defence making their closing arguments today. The unemployment rate has held steady at 4.1% for a fifth consecutive month, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The death toll from a Russian strike on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, has risen to 28. And today's good news: U.S. authorities have approved a new HIV prevention vaccine, ahead of an anticipated global rollout. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Annabel WhitehouseProducer: Emma Gillespie 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 underworld's social media recruits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 15:38 Transcription Available


    This week, three people were shot in a lunchtime attack on a Western Sydney kebab shop. The incident, described by NSW Premier Chris Minns as “shockingly brazen”, follows a spate of recent underworld shootings, prompting NSW Police to establish a new taskforce last month. Now, police say they’re concerned gangland figures are using social media to recruit contract killers. In today’s deep dive, we’ll bring you up to speed on this week’s attack and take you through the latest from investigators on underworld shootings and gang violence. Hosts: Emma Gillespie & Billi FitzSimonsProducer: 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.

    Headlines: Three Australians arrested over Bali shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 4:38 Transcription Available


    Today's headlines include: Three Australians have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in Bali. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is considering attending next week’s NATO summit in Europe, after he missed out on face-to-face talks with Donald Trump in Canada this week. Strikes between Israel and Iran are continuing for a sixth day, after U.S. President Trump called for Iran’s “unconditional surrender.” And today's good news: An Australian series has been honoured with a prestigious television award in Europe. 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.

    The sunscreen controversy, explained

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 14:46 Transcription Available


    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.

    Headlines: Trump leaves the G7 early amid Middle East crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 4:12 Transcription Available


    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.

    Why are Israel and Iran fighting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 10:59 Transcription Available


    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.

    Headlines: The latest on Iran and Israel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 3:26 Transcription Available


    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.

    TDA interviews the leader of the Liberal Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2025 19:18 Transcription Available


    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.

    How to avoid getting scammed this tax time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 15:10 Transcription Available


    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.

    Claim The Daily Aus

    In order to claim this podcast we'll send an email to with a verification link. Simply click the link and you will be able to edit tags, request a refresh, and other features to take control of your podcast page!

    Claim Cancel