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Energy Minister Chris Bowen reassures the Australian public about adequate fuel supplies, the Sydney Swans apologise for their Bondi tribute that failed to mention the Jewish community. Plus, will Matt Canavan make a good Nationals leader?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Canavan has emerged as the leader of the National party. But, ask Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry, is he the right person to take on One Nation? And will the upcoming South Australian election be an extinction-level event for the Coalition? They also discuss how it took just two weeks for Australia to become involved in Trump's war on Iran, and why it may just be the thin edge of wedge Email the Barries: backtobackbarries@theguardian.com
Listen to our radio program, first aired on SBS South Asian on Tuesday, 10 March 2026 at 2 PM, and repeat on Sunday 15 March on SBS Radio 2 from 4 PM featuring weekly global news wrap, developments in the Nationals Party following David Littleproud's resignation from the leadership and the election of Matt Canavan as leader, security concerns raised by Nepali business owners in Melbourne, conversations with voters who returned to Nepal from abroad to take part in the recent election, and a report on the importance of sunscreen from the Australia Explained podcast series. To hear more audio content from SBS Nepali, subscribe to our podcast on any platform, including Apple Podcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and Spotify. SBS Nepali broadcasts a radio program every Tuesday and Thursday at 2 PM on SBS South Asian digital radio and channel 305 on your TV, live from our studios in Sydney and Melbourne. Repeats of these shows are aired every Thursday and Sunday at 4 PM on SBS Radio 2. Every Monday, listen to one full hour of contemporary Nepali songs on SBS South Asian at 2 PM. - बिहीवार, १२ मार्च सन् २०२६ दिउँसो २ बजे एसबीएस साउथ एसियनमा प्रत्यक्ष प्रसारण तथा आइतवार, १५ मार्च अपराह्न ४ देखि ५ बजेसम्म पुन प्रसारणमा भएको एसबीएस नेपालीको कार्यक्रममा हामीले साप्ताहिक विश्व समाचार, नेश्नल्सको नेतृत्वबाट डेभिड लिटलप्राउडको राजीनामा पछि म्याट क्यानभन प्रमुख चुनिएको त्यस्तै मेलबर्नका नेपाली व्यवसायीहरूले व्यक्त गरेको सुरक्षा चिन्ता, नेपालको निर्वाचनमा भाग लिन विभिन्न देशहरूबाट घर फर्किएका मतदाताहरूसँगको कुराकानी र अस्ट्रेलिया बुझ्नुहोस् पोडकास्ट शृङ्खलाबाट सनस्क्रिनको महत्वबारे रिपोर्ट समावेश गरेका छौं। हाम्रो रेडियो कार्यक्रम हरेक मङ्गलवार र बिहीवार दिउँसो दुई बजे SBS South Asian मा प्रत्यक्ष प्रसारण हुन्छ। यी रेडियो कार्यक्रम बिहीवार र आइतवार SBS Radio 2 मा अपराह्न ४ देखि ५ बजेसम्म पुन प्रसारण हुन्छन्। डिजिटल रेडियोमा SBS South Asian, डिजिटल टिभीको च्यानल 305 मा अथवा SBS Audio App डाउनलोड गरेर पनि श्रोताहरूले यी कार्यक्रम सुन्न सक्नुहुन्छ। यसै गरी SBS on Demand मा गएर वा हाम्रो वेबसाइट sbs.com.au/nepali मार्फत पनि हाम्रो प्रत्यक्ष प्रसारण सुन्न सकिन्छ।
Sono molti i temi caldi nel dibattito politico australiano: dalla nomina di Matt Canavan a nuovo leader dei Nationals, ai visti umanitari concessi alle atlete iraniane, fino all'invio di forze militari australiane negli Emirati Arabi Uniti.
Queensland Senator Matt Canavan has been elected leader of the Nationals following David Littleproud's resignation, appointing Darren Chester as his deputy. The conservative leader aims to challenge net-zero targets, address fuel crises, and advocate for child care reform. - Сенатор от Квинсленда Мэтт Канаван избран лидером Национальной партии после отставки Дэвида Литтлпрауда, назначив Даррена Честера своим заместителем. Лидер консерваторов намерен оспорить цели по достижению нулевого уровня выбросов, решить топливный кризис и выступить за реформу системы ухода за детьми.
Queensland Senator Matt Canavan has been elected leader of the Nationals following David Littleproud's resignation, appointing Darren Chester as his deputy. The conservative leader aims to challenge net-zero targets, address fuel crises, and advocate for child care reform. - क्वीन्सल्यान्डका सिनेटर म्याट क्यान भानलाई नेश्नल्स पार्टीको प्रमुखका रूपमा चयन गरिएको छ। डेभिड लिटलप्राउडले मङ्गलवार राजीनामा दिएपछि उनले बुधवारदेखि नेतृत्व सम्हालेका हुन्। एक रिपोेर्ट।
The former ASIO boss Dennis Richardson who has sensationally quit the Bondi Royal Commission, Pauline Hanson has accused Matt Canavan of joining the woke pile-on of her. Plus, the Spokeskid of Israel has visited Bondi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we talk about the incredible story of the Iranian women's soccer team, some of whom defected and were given asylum in Australia. It was a wonderful story, and a great public relations coup for the government. Plus, the legacy of outgoing Nationals leader David Littleproud, and we examine the somewhat controversial style of the incoming leader Matt Canavan. Joining host Jacquline Maley is chief political correspondent Paul Sakkal and national security correspondent Matthew Knott.Subscribe to The Age & SMH: https://subscribe.smh.com.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Boletín 11/03/26: Matt Canavan reemplazará a David Littleproud como nuevo líder del partido de los Nacionales; Dos jugadoras más de la selección de fútbol femenino de Irán pidieron asilo en Australia; y las inundaciones siguen causando estragos en el Territorio del Norte y algunas zonas de Queensland.
Matt Canavan has been elected Nationals leader, after David Littleproud's shock resignation. A technical outage has stopped NAPLAN testing across many public and private schools. - 国民党のリトルプラウド氏の後任として、マット・カナバン氏が新たな党首に選出されました。システム障害の影響により、全国学力テスト「NAPLAN」が中断されるトラブルがありました。
The National party in Australia has a new federal leader as senator Matt Canavan emerged as the winner of a tight party-room ballot on Wednesday. The change at the top of the Coalition partner comes after David Littleproud announced his shock resignation from the leadership on Tuesday. Senior political correspondent Dan Jervis-Bardy speaks to Nour Haydar about how the Queensland rightwinger won the vote and whether this now means he will pull the Nationals, and the Coalition, further to the right
In a historic shift, Senator Matt Canavan has been elected as the Nationals Leader following David Littleproud’s surprise resignation; The anti-corruption watchdog has found two former senior public servants engaged in "serious corrupt conduct" for intentionally misleading investigators during the implementation of the unlawful Robodebt scheme; Lululemon has been fined more than $700,000 for breaching Australian anti-spam laws following an Australian Communications and Media Authority investigation; Across Australia, the first day of NAPLAN dissolved into digital chaos as the online testing platform buckled under technical glitches, forcing hundreds of thousands of students to abandon their writing assessments; And Australian fashion designer Katie Perry has secured a final victory in the High Court, ending a decade-long trademark battle against global pop star Katy Perry. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Gemma Donahoe Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thượng nghị sĩ tiểu bang Queensland Matt Canavan đã được bầu làm lãnh đạo mới của đảng Quốc gia sau khi ông David Littleproud từ chức. Nhà chính trị theo đường lối bảo thủ này cho biết ông sẽ tập trung thách thức mục tiêu phát thải ròng bằng 0, cảnh báo về nguy cơ khủng hoảng nhiên liệu và thúc đẩy cải cách hệ thống chăm sóc trẻ em.
The Nationals have elected Matt Canavan as their new leader, following the resignation of David Littleproud.
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Queensland Senator Matt Canavan has been elected leader of the Nationals following David Littleproud's resignation, appointing Darren Chester as his deputy. The conservative leader aims to challenge net-zero targets, address fuel crises, and advocate for child care reform.
Nightlife News Breakdown with Rod Quinn, joined by Katina Curtis, Canberra bureau chief for The West Australian, who has been covering federal politics for over a decade.
The Nationals leadership baton was passed to Matt Canavan today. Plus, Operation Epic Fury is entering its most intense days of fighting with America ramping up strikes on Tehran.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Coalition's primary vote slumps again. Plus, Matt Canavan is the National Party's last and desperate hope to save itself from One Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ο Matt Canavan είναι από σήμερα νέος ομοσπονδιακός ηγέτης του Εθνικού Κόμματος. Ο κ. Canavan που θεωρείται πολιτικός της συντηρητικής πτέρυγας επικράτησε της εσωκομματικής ψηφοφορίας, μετά την παραίτηση του David Littleproud, ο οποίος επικαλέστηκε εξάντληση από τα καθήκοντά του.
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After months of speculation, Angus Taylor will finally challenge Sussan Ley for the Liberal Party leadership. So, who is Angus Taylor, and can he save a party heading into political oblivion? In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by political reporter Katina Curtis to unpack how the spill will unfold and the race to save the Liberal Party. Headlines: Only 4 of the 19 Closing the Gap targets are on track to be met ahead of the 2031 deadline, RBA Governor Michelle Bullock has fired back at Senator Matt Canavan, and NSW Premier Chris Minns has refused to apologise to the Muslim community after a group of people praying were forcibly removed during a pro-Palestinian rally. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Federal parliament returns early today and the prime minister has removed a racial vilification offence from Labor's proposed hate speech laws and will now deal with restrictions on guns in a separate bill.Anthony Albanese had to change course after the bill came under huge criticism from the Greens and the federal opposition, with leader Sussan Ley describing it as half-baked and unsalvageable. The bill came after the Bondi attack in a bid to stamp out antisemtism. So, what was in the doomed bill? And was it really that bad? Today, Professor Kath Gelber, an expert in regulating hate speech from the University of Queensland, on the problems she saw in the government's bill. Editor's note: Organisers of August's pro-Palestinian protest on the Sydney Harbour Bridge estimated 300,000 were there. The police estimate on the day was 90,000 people and the NSW Premier has said more than 100,000 attended. Featured: Professor Kath Gelber, Deputy Executive Dean and Associate Dean (Academic) in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Queensland
The Sunday Sweep. Matt Canavan, Nationals Senator for Queensland joins Jason Morrison to Look at the stories of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Go to https://surfshark.com/punters or use code punters at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! This week, we expose the jobs-for-mates scandal the government tried to bury, watch David Pocock absolutely demolish ministers in Senate estimates with straight facts about Japan reselling our gas, and deliver a comprehensive punters audit on Cosplay Canavan that reveals exactly why you should never trust a word he says. The independent review Labor didn't want released just dropped, confirming the appointment system "looks like nepotism" and isn't fit for purpose—but instead of fixing it with actual laws, they're going with a vibes-based framework and rejecting cooling-off periods so they can keep hiring their mates immediately. Minister Katie Gallagher pulls the classic resume pad when grilled about giving away 50% of our gas exports royalty-free, while Tim Ayres dismisses Japan's billion-dollar gas resale scam as just "dinner party discussion." Plus, we break down why Matt Canavan deliberately confuses total investment with government spending to mislead punters on net zero costs, reveal his brother's 7% stake in a coal mine and executive role at Peabody Energy, and discuss how a Bachelor of Economics honours graduate who worked at KPMG somehow pretends he doesn't understand basic economic concepts he's pushing. Bypass the Algorithm, Sign up to the Punter Times Newsletter https://www.punterspolitics.com/pages/email-sign-up Buy Punters T-shirts Support We the Punters on PATREON What Punter are you? Take the Quiz! Buy Punters Stickers & T-shirts Be a dark money funder to help hire a lobbyist for the punters: https://chuffed.org/project/134297-fund-australias-first-punter-powered-lobbyist
Barnaby Joyce's close friend Matt Canavan gives his reaction to him quitting the Nationals, the Albanese Government's obsession with entitlements push up inflation. Plus, hundreds feared dead in the devastating Hong Kong fire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
One of Australia’s best-known and most colourful politicians, Barnaby Joyce, is quitting the National Party to sit as an independent—and he hasn't ruled out joining Pauline Hanson’s One Nation in the future. Sarah Ison joins Claire Harvey to unpack the shock defection, what Pauline Hanson sees in the firebrand former leader, and why Joyce isn't resigning his New England seat to trigger a by-election. Read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Climate Change Minister Chris bowen under attack and snaps under the heat, Matt Canavan on why he's turned against his mate Barnaby Joyce. Plus, Donald Trump invited to China, is he about to sell out Taiwan?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Matt Canavan signals it's time for the Nationals and Liberals to split over net zero, Jacinta Allan claims Melbourne is safe but police say otherwise. Plus, Israel's deputy foreign minister snubs Australia as she visits New Zealand and the Pacific.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nightlife News Breakdown with Philip Clark, joined by Karen Barlow, Chief Political Correspondent for The Saturday Paper.
What does net zero really mean, and what will it take to get there? In this episode, highlights from past guests reveal the full spectrum of views—from urgent calls for climate action to scepticism about costs and feasibility. With perspectives on extreme weather, carbon pricing, nuclear energy, coal, and productivity trade-offs, this episode cuts to the heart of the net-zero debate. Gene would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. You can email him via contact@economicsexplored.com. TimestampsEconomic Impact of Climate Change with Nikki Hutley (0:00)Defining Net Zero with Tony Wood (8:56)Criticism of Net Zero by Senator Matt Canavan (24:04)Challenges of Meeting Australia's 2035 Emissions Targets with John Humphreys (39:06)TakeawaysThe cost of inaction versus transition costs—Nicki Hutley warns that extreme weather and health impacts already impose huge economic costs, and she argues the costs of inaction outweigh the costs of action.Technology is key—Tony Wood from the Grattan Institute stresses the need for innovation in batteries, hydrogen, soil carbon, and carbon capture.Scepticism about global commitments—Senator Matt Canavan doubts countries like China and India will follow through, arguing Australia risks self-harm.Productivity at risk—John Humphreys warns ambitious emissions targets could de-industrialise Australia and hurt long-term growth.The debate remains unresolved—balancing economic prosperity with climate goals is still one of the defining challenges of our age.Links relevant to the conversationAustralian Taxpayers' Alliance Livestream of 18 September 2025 (which shows the emission reduction charts Gene refers to in this episode):https://www.youtube.com/live/8YxnRT_YD50?si=_A1udQmCag3dMtyCPrevious Economics Explored episodes, including the highlights from this episode:https://economics-explained.simplecast.com/episodes/climate-change-with-nicki-hutley-from-deloitte-access-economicshttps://economics-explained.simplecast.com/episodes/cop26-climate-change-summit-with-tony-wood-grattan-institutehttps://economics-explained.simplecast.com/episodes/aussie-senator-matt-canavan-cop26-dissenting-voices-part-2Lumo Coffee promotion10% of Lumo Coffee's Seriously Healthy Organic Coffee.Website: https://www.lumocoffee.com/10EXPLOREDPromo code: 10EXPLORED
Former UK PM Liz Truss, Senator Matt Canavan, and geologist Ian Plimer are among the guests joining this special episode live from CPAC Australia 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A senate hearing into the climate risk assessment with Matt Canavan holding them to account, the Coalition slips in the polls while One Nation surges. Plus, the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination continues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria’s Labor government pushes ahead with its Treaty blueprint, Anthony Albanese’s diplomatic image takes another hit. Plus, Senator Matt Canavan joins the show to break down the Coalition’s bitter in-fighting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Khi liên đảng vẫn còn chia rẽ về mục tiêu phát thải ròng bằng 0, các cựu lãnh đạo an ninh hàng đầu cảnh báo chính phủ rằng biến đổi khí hậu không chỉ là vấn đề môi trường, mà còn là một mối đe dọa an ninh quốc gia ngay lập tức. Tại Thượng viện, đảng Xanh đang thúc đẩy việc công bố Báo cáo Đánh giá Rủi ro Khí hậu Quốc gia, trong khi Thượng nghị sĩ Quốc gia Matt Canavan vẫn tiến hành với dự luật nhằm bãi bỏ cam kết phát thải ròng bằng 0.
Mbunge wa upinzani Matt Canavan amesema sera za uhamiaji za seriakli, zina wasukumu watu kuwa na maoni yenye misimamo mikali. Amesema serikali ya Labor imefungua anacho ita milango ya mafuriko ya uhamiaji baada ya janga la UVIKO-19, na inawaruhusu watu kuingia nchini kiholela chini ya ya sera zake za sasa.
In this candid discussion, show host Gene Tunny joins a panel to expose the shortcomings of the Australian Government's August 2025 economic reform summit. Topics include the high cost of energy, tax policy, the ballooning NDIS and big government generally, AI regulation, and Senator Matt Canavan's rival roundtable, which Gene attended. This episode borrows the audio from Damian Coory's The Other Side episode broadcast on YouTube on 22 August 2025. The other guests are Graham Young, Executive Director of the Australian Institute for Progress, and Dan Petrie, a data analyst and former editor at Bloomberg. Please email Gene your thoughts on this episode via contact@economicsexplored.com.TimestampsAustralian Government's Economic Reform Roundtable Overview (0:00)Critique of the Official Roundtable (3:26)Challenges in Defining Productivity and Addressing Labor Market Issues (6:59)Impact of Government Spending and Energy Costs on Productivity (9:48)Innovation and Small Business Challenges (34:00)Taxation and Economic Reform Proposals (34:29)NDIS and Healthcare Funding Challenges (51:04)Final Thoughts on the Roundtable and Future Directions (51:15)TakeawaysThe Official Roundtable Lacked Focus & Diversity: Only six business leaders were among 30 participants — a serious oversight for a summit focused on productivity and economic reform.Energy Costs Are a Major Barrier: Australia's rapid rollout of renewable energy is raising energy prices, affecting both consumers and heavy industries.Government Spending Is Too High: Public spending is nearing 40% of GDP, with half of Australians now receiving government income, raising concerns about sustainability and productivity.Small Business & Innovation Ignored: There was little meaningful discussion of the role of small business or innovation in driving productivity.AI Regulation Needs a Balanced Approach: The roundtable discussions on AI were dominated by union concerns, focusing on job protection rather than innovation. This risks stifling technological advancement and missing opportunities for productivity gains.NDIS Costs Are Spiralling Out of Control: The National Disability Insurance Scheme is growing at an unsustainable rate, with concerns about high eligibility and inadequate oversight. The government's proposed changes lack proper consultation and shift costs to the states.Links relevant to the conversationThe Other Side episode - “AUSTRALIA's Decline - No Vision, No Innovation, Just MORE Big Government and Taxes”:https://youtu.be/FeicrCu2sO0?si=Rd8xZV_CsmLzikW0Senator Matt Canavan's roundtable broadcast on Sky News - “Real Productivity Roundtable reveals four ways to save Australia:”https://youtu.be/4xBGcjIXgHU?si=Uk1kaqq92bhacSmaRobert Carling's recent paper - “Leviathan on the Rampage: Government spending growth a threat to Australia's economic future”:https://www.cis.org.au/publication/leviathan-on-the-rampage-how-the-growth-of-government-is-draining-australias-economic-vitality/Lumo Coffee promotion10% of Lumo Coffee's Seriously Healthy Organic Coffee.Website: https://www.lumocoffee.com/10EXPLOREDPromo code: 10EXPLORED
El senador Matt Canavan, del Partido Nacional, impulsa un nuevo debate en la oposición federal sobre las ventajas de las cero emisiones netas y afirma que aprovechará la reunión conjunta de hoy martes 26 de agosto de los partidos Liberal y Nacional para este fin.
Benjamin Netanyahu joins the show for a world exclusive with Sharri, Matt Canavan sounds alarm on debt and growth after Sky News roundtable. Plus, Jeff Kennett blasts Victoria as broken amid crime, debt and dysfunction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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A new Attorney-General, Plibersek demoted, Dreyfus and Husic to the backbench: the thinking behind Anthony Albanese’s reshuffle - and who’ll be new Liberal leader? Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Canavan to challenge Littleproud as Nationals downplay Coalition split, Ed Husic slams Richard Marles but Labor MPs say others were upset too. Plus, Jacinta Nampijinpa Price says the Coalition ran a fear-driven election campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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