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12 people remain missing after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit the southern Philippines. Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allan, says her leadership is secure, calling speculation about her future 'navel-gazing'. Caitlin Foord will make her 150th national appearance for the Matildas tonight when the team takes on Mexico in Sydney. - フィリピン南部で発生したマグニチュード7.8の地震で、12人が行方不明となっていて捜索活動が続いています。ビクトリア州のジュシンタ・アラン州首相は、党内で広がるリーダーシップ交代論を否定しました。サッカー女子代表マチルダズのケイトリン・フォード選手が、今夜シドニーで行われるメキシコ戦で、代表通算150試合出場を達成します。SBSの日本語放送は火木金の午後１時からSBS3で生放送！火木土の夜10時からはおやすみ前にSBS1で再放送が聞けます。SBS日本語放送ポッドキャストから過去のストーリーを聞くこともできます。無料でダウンロードできるSBS Audio Appもどうぞ。SBS 日本語放送のFacebookとInstagramもお忘れなく。

The clock is ticking on Jacinta Allan's time as Victorian Premier, new data reveals more than 1000 migrants a day are being added to the nation's population under Labor. Plus, the PM and his ministers are still in denial about the rise of One Nation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports of missile strikes on Iran by Israel; Anthony Albanese denounces a billboard attack on the Victorian Premier; The Big Freeze goes ahead before the traditional Collingwood Melbourne King's Birthday clash.Reports of missile strikes on Iran by Israel; Anthony Albanese denounces a billboard attack on the Victorian Premier; The Big Freeze goes ahead before the traditional Collingwood Melbourne King's Birthday clash.

There'll be a State Funeral for Former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer who has died at the age of 59. One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has a blunt message for Jacinta Allan over a billboard which labels the Victorian Premier as a witch. One of Australia's most wanted men has been arrested in Greece after being on the run for almost 3 decades. And The Tony Awards have been hosted by Pink at Radio City Hall in New York CitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There'll be a State Funeral for Former Australian of the Year Professor Richard Scolyer who has died at the age of 59. One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has a blunt message for Jacinta Allan over a billboard which labels the Victorian Premier as a witch. One of Australia's most wanted men has been arrested in Greece after being on the run for almost 3 decades. And The Tony Awards have been hosted by Pink at Radio City Hall in New York CitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming up in your Tapt News update: **The PM fighting populism with tax changes.. **Leadership woes for the Victorian Premier.. **And the ski season almost upon us... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has defended his controversial tax reforms -- claiming they'll help curb the rise of populism. There's growing speculation the Victorian Premier could be rolled. And Taylor Swift drops new track for Toy Story 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has defended his controversial tax reforms -- claiming they'll help curb the rise of populism. There's growing speculation the Victorian Premier could be rolled. And Taylor Swift drops new track for Toy Story 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaking to Ross and Russel on 3AW Breakfast, former IBAC commissioner Robert Redlich has taken aim at politicians for failing to give agencies the power to properly investigate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has highlighted the strong ties between Australia and India, pointing to state's large Indian diaspora as a key link between the two countries. She said this vibrant community plays an important role in deepening the relationship between the two nations. Speaking about the possibility of a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in July this year, Allan said she would welcome the opportunity to host him. She also addressed a range of state issues during a recent media briefing, including the upcoming state budget and concerns about crime in Victoria.

Il secondo romanzo di Giovannoni ha vinto il prestigioso The Age Book of the Year Award e il Christina Stead Prize for Fiction. Inoltre è arrivato finalista ai Victorian Premier's Literary Awards.Seguici su Facebook e Instagram o abbonati ai nostri podcast cliccando qui. 

3AW Drive host Jacqui Felgate had her say on the statue, saying there are people "more worthy" of a statue than the former Victorian Premier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Between The Lines, Chelle and Leanne chat with Australian author Abbey Lay about her sensual and thought-provoking novel Slip. Set in Palermo during a scorching Sicilian summer, Slip follows Grace, a young linguist who travels to Sicily to study Italian dialects. What begins as a six-week immersion in language and culture takes an unexpected turn when she rents a room in the apartment of a local writer, Nico. As Grace and Nico spend more time together — cooking, talking and exploring the city — their conversations become increasingly intimate. All the while, Grace's long-term partner Jack is due to arrive in Sicily, bringing the tension between desire, loyalty and identity closer to the surface. In this conversation with Abbey, we explore: The inspiration behind Slip Writing about desire and emotional tension The role of language in shaping how we understand ourselves and others The sensory experience of Palermo and Sicilian culture The complex choices we make in relationships Slip is a beautifully written novel that captures the intoxicating pull of place, language and connection — and the difficult questions that arise when our desires begin to shift. About Abbey Abbey Lay grew up in Geelong and now lives in Melbourne. Her first novel, Lead Us Not, was shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's Award for an Unpublished Manuscript. Slip is a lyrical and evocative exploration of language, identity and desire set against the vivid backdrop of Sicily.   Join Our Book-Loving Community Chelle and Leanne created Between The Lines because they love books and great conversations, and wanted to share both with you. Listen to the podcast for author interviews and reading inspiration. Or join our online book club, where we deliver books to your door and a book club to your reading nook. https://www.betweenthelinesaustralia.com/bookclub2026

Fiona, Kenny and  Macca are joined live on air by Nicholas Huxley, International Educator and Fashion Designer; as they discuss the annual Met gala red carpet hits and misses Nicholas Huxley was born and brought up in Papua New Guinea as one of five boys. His mother worked as a correspondent for the ABC and his father was managing editor of the Times Courier newspaper. Huxley began his training in 1973 at East Sydney Technical College's Fashion Design course, now TAFE NSW Fashion Design Studio, and after a few years in the industry, began teaching at the same institution until his retirement as head teacher in 2018. He has been a teacher, mentor and studio presence for notable designers including Akira Isogawa, Alex Perry, Nicky Zimmermann, Lisa Ho, Dion Lee, Romance Was Born and Academy Award nominated Costume Designer Janet Patterson. He was instrumental in developing showcase opportunities for students at Australian Fashion Week and Strand Arcade runway shows. In his youth, during their Australian tours, Nicholas befriended the likes of Bette Davis and Zsa Zsa Gabor, for whom he tailored a purple wool pencil skirt and jacket. As an active designer he has worked in film, TV, fashion magazines creating illustrations for Elle, Vogue and Marie Claire, and dressed film star Nicole Kidman. In 1989 Nicholas was nominated for an AFI award for Costumes for Sons of Steel and has won two Fashion Industry of Australia awards. He has received nine nominations for the NSW Government Fashion Laureate Award and a nomination for the Fashion Group International Lifetime Achievement Award. He has also served on a number of design juries and design-based committees including the Victorian Premier's Design Awards in 2017. In 2015, Nicholas was invited by Miami Dade College to assist them in establishing the Miami Fashion Institute, which offers a degree course and he has been a supporter of the Fiji/Pacific Islands Fashion Week since its inception. He travels extensively and is an avid collector of jewellery, clothing, art and decorative objects. His first solo art exhibition was held at Maunsell Wicks in 2018. The post Sat, 9th, 2026: Nicholas Huxley, International Educator and Fashion Designer; Met Gala Red Carpet Hits and Misses appeared first on Saturday Magazine.

A One Nation volunteer clashes with a Liberal senator in Farrer; sixteen dead after a fuel tanker and bus collision in Indonesia; and in sport, fans rejoice after the Victorian Premier overturns a decision not to screen the World Cup at Fed Square.

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Keshe Chow, author of Strange Familiars! Elle and Keshe talk about stories that come at just the right time, reflecting the wider world in cozy fantasy, and plenty of magical (and non-magical) veterinary stories! Happy listening! Keshe's Bio: Keshe (she/her) is a #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of fantasy, romance, and speculative fiction. She has won multiple awards for short and long form fiction, including the 2022 Victorian Premier's Literary Awards Prize for an Unpublished Manuscript. In addition to being an author, Keshe is also a specialist feline medicine veterinarian, which means her life pretty much revolves around books and cats. She currently lives in Naarm (Melbourne) with her husband, two kids, and an ice cream-obsessed Ragdoll cat named Wasabi. Find Keshe and Her Books Online: https://www.keshe.com.au/ ~~~ Elle Hartford's Bio: Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources. Find Elle Online: https://ellehartford.com

A dash of mystery, a sparkle of magic, and all things cozy! Elle interviews fellow cozy authors in this bookish podcast from Authors on the Air. Today on the podcast, meet Keshe Chow, author of Strange Familiars! Elle and Keshe talk about stories that come at just the right time, reflecting the wider world in cozy fantasy, and plenty of magical (and non-magical) veterinary stories! Happy listening! Keshe's Bio: Keshe (she/her) is a #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of fantasy, romance, and speculative fiction. She has won multiple awards for short and long form fiction, including the 2022 Victorian Premier's Literary Awards Prize for an Unpublished Manuscript. In addition to being an author, Keshe is also a specialist feline medicine veterinarian, which means her life pretty much revolves around books and cats. She currently lives in Naarm (Melbourne) with her husband, two kids, and an ice cream-obsessed Ragdoll cat named Wasabi. Find Keshe and Her Books Online: https://www.keshe.com.au/ ~~~ Elle Hartford's Bio: Elle Hartford writes cozy mystery with a fairy tale twist. The award-winning first book in her Alchemical Tales series, Beauty and the Alchemist, finds amateur sleuth Red mixed up with murderous beasts and moody beauties, and a set of missing books besides! Elle has also written two spin-off series, the cozy fantasy-goes-to-the-beach Marine Magic series as well as Pomegranate Cafe Romance. For other writers and authors looking into “wide” indie publishing, Elle offers coaching as well as the Beyond Writing blog (ellehartford.substack.com) with how-tos and resources. Find Elle Online: https://ellehartford.com

Wednesday Headlines: The hopes of ceasefire talks between the US and Iran are fading Major changes to NDIS to be announced today The Australian government has been urged to protect Chinese international students Rebel Wilson called “f****ing nuts” by crisis PR team, court hears Victorian Premier slams YouTuber who filmed Dezi Freeman’s hideout Deep Dive: The mental health and wellbeing of Australia’s sporting professionals has been thrust into the spotlight this week, after AFL player Elijah Hollands played during what the club has now called a “mental health episode”. While the AFL and Carlton launch separate reviews into last Thursday’s incident, serious questions are being asked about whose responsibility it was to pull Elijah from the field. In this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt is joined by sport media and branding expert Associate Professor Robert Gill to discuss what should happen next and whether anyone is to blame. A reminder, if you or someone you know needs help, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978 or Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line 13YARN on 13 92 76 Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secret talks among Labor powerbrokers to replace Jacinta Allan as Victorian Premier. Plus, the brilliant Josh Hammer will have the latest from the US including a YouTuber exposing mass fraud in California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Premier has announced she will refer serious allegations about surgical misconduct with endometriosis patients by leading gynecologist Dr Simon Gordon to police. It follows a damning investigation by Four Corners on the ABC, which alleges that countless women had been misdiagnosed and had undergone unnecessary, expensive surgery. In a statement to Four Corners, Simon Gordon said, “across my entire career, I never performed surgery to treat endometriosis, or any other condition, unless I was absolutely convinced it was in the patient's best interests and to improve their overall quality of life,” and that throughout his career, he’d always “acted ethically and responsibly." In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Jodie Avery, a lead researcher in Chronic Reproductive Health Conditions, who unpacks what should happen when pelvic pain is investigated, why invasive surgery is no longer the first-line diagnostic tool, and what the latest evidence says about imaging, medical management and multidisciplinary care. She explains the current guidelines, the risks of repeated surgeries, and why women should never feel pressured into procedures without exploring alternatives. Disclaimer: This interview is for general information only; it does not constitute medical advice. The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists diagnosis guidelines state patients with symptoms suggestive of endometriosis should be offered a transvaginal pelvic ultrasound as the first-line investigation. A pelvic MRI can be offered if ultrasound is not available, or if deep endometriosis is suspected. If transvaginal ultrasound is not possible or not appropriate, and MRI is not available, a transabdominal ultrasound could be suggested. Surgery is not required as a first-line option to diagnose endometriosis. Headlines: Human remains have been found in the search for missing grandfather Chris Bahgsarian, Lord Peter Mandelson has been released on bail after being arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office, and the theme for this year's Met Gala has been revealed. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nata e cresciuta in Australia, Alysa Broszczyk ha imparato l'italiano a scuola così bene da meritarsi il Victorian Premier's VCE Award. L'intervista dai nostri archivi.

“That was a bold face lie” Fifi gets heated as Victorian government's bail laws continue to put public in danger.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/fifi-fev-and-nickSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nata e cresciuta in Australia, Alysa Broszczyk ha imparato l'italiano a scuola così bene da meritarsi il Victorian Premier's VCE Award. Il suo segreto? Oltre a studiare, ascoltare contenuti in lingua e parlare a voce alta.

Tuesday Headlines: Aussie kids will be banned from having violent, harmful and sexual conversations with AI chatbots, Victorian Premier’s orders crisis talks with a South Sudanese community after double stabbing, man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump faces trial, search for Dezi Freeman enters third week as officer laid to rest, and Mary Fowler hits the catwalk. Deep Dive: After nearly four years on the run, New Zealand fugitive Tom Phillips was shot dead following an armed standoff with police on Monday. Phillips had been in hiding with his three children since 2021, prompting one of the country’s most high-profile missing persons investigations. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling speaks with private investigator Chris Budge about the final moments of Tom Phillips’ life, the years he spent in hiding, and what the future holds for the children at the centre of it all. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Technology & Security podcast, host Dr. Miah Hammond-Errey is joined by lawyer and digital rights activist, Lizzie O'Shea. This episode explores Australia's technology debates from a security and legal lens—addressing copyright, creativity, AI, and the legal structures, including class action, that shape society and security. We discuss how so often in the AI discussion we are asked to make trade-offs about immense future potential with real present harms in the now. This episode breaks down why proposals to let large language models freely train on the copyrighted works of Australians have rattled artists, news media, and civil society. Lizzie explains the Productivity Commission's push for a data mining exemption, unpacks strong community reaction, the distinction between fair use and fair dealing and highlights what's at stake for creative industry sustainability and fair compensation in the digital age. We also explore recent legal action against Google and Apple–in Australia–and  the breadth of big tech legal and enforcement action globally, and what this means. The episode also covers the changing nature of US and Chinese AI strategies and approaches to the Indo Pacific, as well as an increase in big tech spending in Australian policy and research landscape. We explore the vulnerability of allowing mass data collection, noting that while data minimisation, and prioritising strong cybersecurity are understood priorities we question whether they are they really supported by legislative regimes. We discuss the significance of incentivising feedback in AI systems to integrate them into businesses in productive ways and crafting successful narratives for cautious adoption of AI. Finally, we look at why litigation has become central to holding digital giants accountable, and how Australians' blend of healthy scepticism and tech enthusiasm might finally force smarter AI regulation. The conversation highlights how quick fixes and premature adoption, risk deeper, lasting social harms and national security threats. Resources mentioned in the recording: ·       Future Histories, What Ada Lovelace, Tom Paine, and the Paris Commune Can Teach Us about Digital Technology, by Lizzie O'Shea, Shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards 2020 Award. https://lizzieoshea.com/future-histories/·       Burning Platforms podcast, https://percapita.org.au/podcasts/·       Empire of AI by Karen Hao ·       Digital Rights Watch https://digitalrightswatch.org.au This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Gadigal people, and we pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. We acknowledge their continuing connection to land, sea and community, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Thanks to the talents of those involved. Music by Dr Paul Mac and production by Elliott Brennan. 

Today’s headlines, including China flexing its military might in a massive parade in Beijing attended by world leaders including former Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews. Plus, the fiery court battle between sacked ABC presenter Antoinette Lattouf and the national broadcaster heats up, with Lattouf's lawyer ripping into the ABC's conduct.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Labor MP Michael Danby joined Tom Elliott to talk about the controversy surrounding the former Victorian Premier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A New Zealand-born, Australian-raised neo-Nazi leader has gatecrashed a press conference with the Victorian Premier just days after an attack on a First Nations camp. The press conference was cut short and Jacinta Allan left while her security detail tried to block Thomas Sewell and an associate. Australia correspondent Nicole Johnston joined Lisa Owen

The fallout from anti-immigration rallies around the country is continuing, with the Victorian Premier being forced to abandon a press conference after being abused by a neo-Nazi.

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Headlines  - Murujugu Rock Art Update - Jillian Segal Special Envoy for Antisemitism report reccomendations - Gaza Famine officially declared - APAN reaction to denial of entry to right wing Israeli MP to Australia - The Anti-Discrimination Board of NSW has accepted a formal complaint of    racial and religious vilification against the Australian Jewish       Association Incorporated (AJA) and its affiliated registered charity,         Australian Jewish Association Tzedakah Incorporated (AJAT) - Union response to Bendigo Writer's Festival approach to curbing free    speech - an event auspiced by La Trobe University Voices 4 Palestine II hereMC Nour Salman @ the Palestine solidairty weekly march on the 17th of August at the Victorian State Library. Song - Abe Dunovits - Respira PalestinaIsaac Winzer Darebin FUSE interview II here Isaac Winzer is a Ngarabal & Wirrayaraay filmmaker residing in Naarm. He graduated from Footscray Film School in 2020 and has since directed a short film and several music videos. Inspired by the art & spirituality of storytelling as part of Dreamtime Stories in his culture, he uses surrealism and aesthetic to weave stories full of meditation and exploration. City of Darebin's FUSE Spring 2025 - August 31 - September 14th - live music, cultural celebrations, exhibitions, work-shops, film screenings, and immersive art experiences - free ticketed events.We are focusing on FUSE Films 2 & 10 September Thornbury Picture House6 Free curated film sessions over two days including diverse selection celebrating Indigenous voices, multicultural narratives, and family friendly films.A special screening of First Nations films featuring the work by local resident and Ngarabal filmmaker Isaac Winzer (speaking at the event) and WINHANGANHA by Wiradjuri multidisciplinary artist and poet Jazz MoneyPoem - Jazz Money Hank Public Housing Rally Speech II hereVictorian Government wants to knock down the 44 Public Housing Towers and hand over the property over to private developers.Why is Public Housing so important listen up from the recent public housing rally in naarm Melb on  Aug 2This is the Week II hereComrade Kevin Updates us on The Week That WasJathan Sadowski The Mechanic & The Luddite II hereFeaturingAuthor: Dr Jathan Sadowski Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Information Technology at Monash University. He is author of the bookToo Smart: How Digital Capitalism is Extracting Data, Controlling Our Lives, and Taking Over the World and host of the podcast This Machine Kills.AndLizzie O'Shea is a human rights lawyer, writer, and founder and chair of Digital Rights Watch, which advocates for freedom, fairness and fundamental rights in the digital age. Her book Future Histories (Verso, 2019), was shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's Literary Award.Song - Polaroid - Vita Immaginaria  

The planned construction to replace the Shane Warne Stand at the MCG won't begin before 2030 or 2031 due to many major events in that time, which will impact the timing of the major overhaul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Premier can't say what constitutes hate but forms an anti-hate task force to deal with it, the infamous mushroom chef is found guilty of murder. Plus, Anthony Albanese flirts with Australian independence from the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning author Melanie Cheng joins James and Ashley to discuss her writing practice, her pet rabbit, and The Burrow, her 'most personal book' and its many parallels to her own life.  She also shares her experience of writing toward her greatest fear, coming to terms with her cyclical writing process, and how teaching narrative to medical students can help increase communication between doctors and patients.  Melanie Cheng is a writer and general practitioner. She was born in Adelaide, grew up in Hong Kong and now lives in Melbourne. Her debut collection of short stories, Australia Day, won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript in 2016 and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Fiction in 2018. Room for a Stranger, her highly acclaimed first novel, was published in 2019. The Burrow was published in 2024, and has since been shortlisted for numerous major Australian prizes, including the Stella Prize, the Age Book of the Year and the Miles Franklin Award. Read the Kill Your Darlings interview with Melanie discussed in this episode here.  Books & authors discussed in this episode: The Burrow by Franz Kafka Tender Is the Flesh by Augustina Batzerrica  Helen Garner Maxine Beneba Clarke Tony Birch Alice Pung Hilton Koppe (from ep 70)  The Accidental Tourist by Anne Tyler  Sanchana Venkatesh (from ep 75) and #MyYearWithAnneTyler Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky, translated by Oliver Ready Bat Eater (and other names for Cora Zheng) by Kylie Lee Baker, recommended by @EmilyEatsPages  Laura McClusky  Riley James Jacinta Dietrich Upcoming events: Ashley is part of the Sisters in Crime – Death in a Cold Climate panel, Friday 27 June, 7-10pm, South Melbourne Ashley will be doing an in-conversation in Meeniyan with Jacinta Dietrich, Saturday 28 June, 6.30-7.30pm Ashley is speaking at Bendigo Library, Monday 30 June, 1-2pm Ashley is teaching a multi-day memoir masterclass as part of the Writers at the Woolshed Winter Writing Retreat in the Southern Highlands, 13-18 July Join Ashley and podcast fav Hayley Scrivenor for the Mystery and Mayhem Readers Retreat at the 5-star Tamborine Mountain Glades, 3-5 October James is launching Matt Rogers' highly anticipated debut thriller 'The Forsaken' at Harry Hartog Mosman, Wednesday July 9 Learn more about Ashley's thrillers, Dark Mode and Cold Truth, and get your copies from your local bookshop or your library. Plus check out Like, Follow, Die from Audible.  Learn more about James's award-winning novel Denizen and get your copy from your local bookshop or your library. Get in touch! ashleykalagianblunt.com jamesmckenziewatson.com Instagram: @akalagianblunt + @jamesmcwatson

Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan recently held a media conference outlining key points of the state's multicultural budget, addressing cost of living, community safety, small business support, and services for culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities. She also responded to questions from multicultural media representatives on issues impacting their communities.

More power bill pain on the way for households as the regulator signs off on increases, fears the nation is heading for a US-style migration crisis. Plus, the reason the Victorian Premier's machete ban rings hollow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Premier, Jacinta Allan was interviewed by Tom Elliot on 3AW following the new state budget, he pressed for answers on the long-awaited Myki replacement and the Suburban Rail Loop See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna and Annie discuss the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards Shortlist for fiction, including WOO WOO by Ella Baxter and HIGHWAY 13 by Fiona McFarlane. Our book of the week is THE SEASON by Helen Garner. This is a memoir of a year Garner spent following her grandson's club football team. It explores masculinity, the sense of community at the local club and being a grandmother. As always with Garner's books, there is much to discuss.  Coming up: SOMEBODY DOWN THERE LIKES ME by Robert Lukins. Follow us! Email: booksonthegopodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @abailliekaras and @mr_annie Substack: Books On The Go Credits Artwork: Sascha Wilkosz

Thousands of Melburnians flocked to Federation Square on Saturday, 15 March, to attend Nepal Festival Melbourne 2025. SBS Nepali spoke to participants, artists and community members, including Premier Jacinta Allan, the first ruling premier to attend the biennial event in the state. We also spoke to Nepali Honorary Consul Nirajan Gauli about the official inauguration of the Consulate of Nepal in Glenroy and the Melbourne-based co-founder of a new Nepali app. - मेलबर्नमा नेपाल फेस्टिभल गए शनिवार, १५ मार्चमा सम्पन्न भएको छ। दुई वर्षको अन्तरालमा हुने उक्त महोत्सवमा पहिलो पटक भिक्टोरियन सरकार प्रमुखको उपस्थिति रहेको थियो। प्रिमियर जसिन्टा आलान र विपक्षी गठबन्धनका उप-प्रमुख स्याम ग्रथ लगायत अन्य प्रमुख अतिथि, परेडका सहभागीहरू र कलाकारहरूसँग एसबीएस नेपालीले गरेको कुराकानी गरेका सुन्नुहोस्। यो अडियो प्रस्तुतिमा मेलबर्न स्थित नेपाली कन्सुलेटको कार्यालयको औपचारिक उद्घाटनका क्रममा भिक्टोरियाका लागि नेपाली दूत नीराजन गौली र एक नयाँ एपका मेलबर्न निवासी सञ्चालक नवीन सापकोटासँगको कुराकानी पनि समेटिएको छ।

First Nations author and Indigenous elder Wanda Gibson has won the top prize at this year's Victorian Premier's Literary Awards. - Penulis Bangsa Pertama sekaligus tetua adat Wanda Gibson telah memenangkan hadiah utama di Penghargaan Sastra Premier Victoria tahun ini.

They've got a brilliant coach, a quarterback among the best to have thrown a football and Taylor Swift cheering them on - so why do so many view the Chiefs as villains? As Kansas City seek to win their third consecutive Superbowl we're digging into the apparent distaste for the franchise. Australia's Jordan Mailata and the Philadelphia Eagles stand in their way. PLUS, the Victorian Premier on news Melbourne will host an NFL game in 2026. Featured: Phil Murphy, ESPN. Jacinta Allan, Victorian Premier. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

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Cricket fans are all set for a thrilling 'Summer of Cricket' featuring three Women's One Day Internationals (ODIs) and five Test matches between Australia and India. The series kicked off with Team India's victory in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth, boosting their confidence. In this podcast, we talk to local club cricket players and members of the Australian-Indian community about their excitement, preparations for the upcoming matches, predictions, and the future of women's cricket.

Melbourne will host Australia's first-ever Pro Kabaddi League exhibition match, with tickets going on sale tomorrow. Premier Jacinta Allan announced the event alongside Minister for Tourism, Sport, and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos, Indian Consul General Dr Sushil Kumar and AFL icons Campbell Brown and Josh Kennedy. Scheduled for 28 December this year at John Cain Arena, the "Pro Kabaddi Melbourne Raid" will follow the Boxing Day Cricket Test match, giving fans another major sporting spectacle.

Melanie Cheng is a writer and general practitioner. She was born in Adelaide, grew up in Hong Kong and now lives in Melbourne. Her debut collection of short stories, Australia Day, won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for an Unpublished Manuscript in 2016 and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for Fiction in 2018. Room for a Stranger, her highly acclaimed first novel, was published in 2019. Today we're discussing her new novel, The Burrow. Our interview begins at 31.00We've got a Substack publication now! On the last day of the month, we share recommendations for two things we reckon you should read/watch/listen to. The beauty of Substack is you can revisit all our old editions and comment on our episode updates to share your thoughts. Come say hi! Mini book club: Intermezzo by Sally RooneyOne of the most talked about books of 2024 and not one Michelle even finished. However, Caitlin explains why she enjoyed Intermezzo and who she'd recommend it to. In this interview, we chat about:The inspiration for The Burrow and choosing to explore grief several years on from a traumatic eventHow to strike the right balance between realism and hopeWhy Melanie is so fascinated by mothers and daughters in her writingMelanie's work as a GP and how she started writing Books and other things mentioned:Yellowface by Rebecca KuangRare Singles by Benjamin MyersThe Bee Sting by Paul MurrayAny Ordinary Day by Leigh SalesGary Lonesborough interviewLucy By the Sea by Elizabeth StroutThe Sitter by Angela O'KeefeFollow @cheng_melanie on InstagramThe Burrow is available in Australia and the US now. Thank you to the publisher for providing us copies of the book in preparation for the interview. Connect with us on Instagram: @betterwordspod

Tom Petsinis is a novelist, playwright, and poet. He was born in Macedonia, Greece, and immigrated to Australia as a child. He lives in Melbourne and works as a mathematics co-ordinator at Deakin University. He has published several collections of poetry, including Sonnets: Offerings from Mount Athos, My Father's Tools, Steles, Isolation, and Four Quarters, which won the Wesley Michel Wright Poetry Prize. His play The Drought was short-listed for the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and won the Wal Cherry Award. His novels include The Twelfth Dialogue and The French Mathematician, nominated for both the New South Wales and South Australian Premier's Award. His recent novels are Fitzroy Raw and Fog. The Australia Council for the Arts has awarded him a Writers' Fellowship and a Residency at the B.R. Whiting Library in Rome. He also been a Creative Fellow at the State Library of Victoria and a writer-in-residence in Lavigny, Switzerland. Tom's work has been translated into several languages. His latest collection of poetry is Zero's Whisper and his latest play is Zorba's Last Dance.Dimitrios Koutsoukos is an actor with a diverse range of credits. Television and film credits include Kick, Neighbours, Noah's Ark, and Crackerjack. He has appeared in numerous short films, including Bulk Bill (VCA), Apply Yourself  (Art of the State) and Short Change (48 Hour Film Fest Award Winner). Beyond film and television, Dimitrios has performed in theatre productions such as The Greeks (La Mama Collaborations) and Heart Thy Neighbour (Melbourne International Comedy Festival). His training includes The Film Space, St. Kilda Acting Company, and Tony Nikolakopoulos' Kali Techni Theatre Company. He has served as the Co-Artistic Director of the Greek Australian Short Film Festival (GASFF).  Here, he reads extracts from Tom Petsinis's new play, Zorba's Last Dance, and also joins Tom Petsinis in reading poems from Zero's Whisper.Tom Petsinis's work is available here: https://scholarly.info/?s=Tom+Petsinis&post_type=productProduction and Interview: Tina Giannoukos  

Today we connect with Danielle Clode, an award-winning author of Australian non-fiction books. With her work spanning history, essays, science-writing, historical fiction, and children's books, Danielle has won the Victorian Premier's Literary Award for non-fiction, the Federation of Australian Writers award for excellence in nonfiction, and more… Danielle's most recent book Koala: A Life in Trees was published in 2023 by Black Inc. In this book, she dives into the world of koalas to uncover the mysteries behind these extraordinary animals – and what must be done to ensure their survival. Offer: CBDfx products are formulated to boost overall wellness and deliver calm vibes for daytime and nighttime use. CBDfx uses only organically grown hemp and all-natural ingredients. CBDfx is offering our listeners an exclusive 25% OFF plus a free CBD bath bomb with your first purchase, when you use code GENIUS. Don't miss this special 25% OFF offer for Finding Genius listeners only at CBDfx.com. Offer expires August 31st, 2023. Feel the difference with CBDfx! Click play now to find out: How koalas interact with human company. Why koalas need a particular diet to survive and thrive.  The limitations of keeping koalas in captivity.  What makes koalas' gut microbiome so unique.  To learn more about Danielle and her work, you can visit her website here! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C