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This is a "Shortcut" episode. It’s a shortened version of this week’s more detailed full episode, which is also available on our feed. Abraham Kuol spent the first seven years of his life in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya before his family came to Australia as refugees, a journey that would ultimately lead him to become a youth mentor, criminology researcher and community leader. Now Victoria’s Young Australian of the Year for 2026, Abraham joins us to talk about youth crime, early intervention and what we can do to keep vulnerable young people out of the justice system. Abraham is also the Director of the Sandown Lions Foundation, which supports vulnerable young people through mentoring, education and community programs. Find out more and get involved at sandownlions.com.au/our-foundation. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Abraham Kuol Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on our True Crime Hotline here

Abraham Kuol spent the first seven years of his life in Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya before his family came to Australia as refugees, a journey that would ultimately lead him to become a youth mentor, criminology researcher and community leader. Now Victoria’s Young Australian of the Year for 2026, Abraham joins us to talk about youth crime, early intervention and what we can do to keep vulnerable young people out of the justice system. Abraham is also the Director of the Sandown Lions Foundation, which supports vulnerable young people through mentoring, education and community programs. Find out more and get involved at sandownlions.com.au/our-foundation. You can watch our episodes by visiting our Youtube Channel here. Join our Facebook Group here. Do you have information regarding any of the cases discussed on this podcast? Please report it on the Crime Stoppers website or by calling 1800 333 000. Wanting to hear about certain kinds of crime? Check out our Spotify playlists for a curated list of our episodes. For Support: Lifeline on 13 11 1413 YARN on 13 92 76 (24/7 crisis support phone line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples)1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380CREDITS:Host: Meshel Laurie Guest: Abraham Kuol Executive Producer/Editor: Matthew Tankard GET IN TOUCH:Email the show at AusTrueCrimePodcast@gmail.comFollow the show on Instagram @australiantruecrimepodcast and Facebook Got a question or comment you want played on the show? Get involved by sending us a voice message on our True Crime Hotline here

Send us Fan MailBook overview: Showing Up by Nedd Brockmann is a memoir about his incredible 3,953-kilometre run across Australia. At age 23, the former electrician ran from Perth to Sydney in 46 days to raise millions of dollars for homelessness. Written with raw humor, the book explores his "why can't I?" mindset, early discipline in sports, and the physical and mental toll of voluntary suffering to inspire readers to embrace discomfort and chase big goals Author Bio and Interesting Facts:Nedd Brockmann is an Australian ultramarathon runner, author, and philanthropist named the 2026 Young Australian of the Year. A former electrician from regional New South Wales, he rose to fame in 2022 by running nearly 4,000 kilometers across Australia in 46 days to raise millions for homelessnessLink for 20% discount on Caffeine Bullet https://caffeinebullet.com/RUNNINGBOOK Discount automatically applied and visible on checkoutSupport the showAny feedback or suggestions on this review or any of our other podcast episodes would be greatly welcomed. Leave us a review using your favorite podcast player or contact us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/runningbookreviews/Twitter: https://twitter.com/reviews_runningInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningbookreviews/ Podcast webpage: https://runningbookreviews.buzzsprout.com  If you have been enjoying the podcast and want more, you can find some extras on our By Me a Coffee site! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/runningbookreviews

For young Australians hoping to buy their first home, Sydney's changing property market may offer new opportunities, but affordability remains a major challenge. Real estate agent Omid Jolan discusses the compromises first-home buyers may need to make, including choosing a different location, a smaller property or an apartment or townhouse. He also looks at where opportunities may exist across Sydney and what young buyers can expect from the market over the next 12 months. - Ji bo ciwanên Australî yên ku hêvî dikin xaniyê xwe yê yekem bikirin, bazara milk ya Sydney dibe ku derfetên nû pêşkêş bike, lê erzanbûn hîn jî pirsgirêkeke mezin e. Ajansê milk Omid Jolan li ser lihevkirinên ku kirrûbirên xaniyê yekem hewce ne ku bikin nîqaş dike, di nav de hilbijartina cîhekî cûda, maleke piçûktir an apartmanek. Ew her weha li cihên ku li seranserê Sydney derfet hene û kirrûbirên ciwan dikarin di 12 mehên li pêş de ji bazarê çi hêvî bikin dinêre.

Dental Health Week highlights the importance of preventative oral healthcare for young adults. What should you know? - Dental Health Week menyoroti pentingnya perawatan kesehatan gigi preventif bagi anak muda - yang perlu Anda ketahui

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Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Andrew McKellar told Heidi Murphy there is an imbalance in the number of university education young Australians compared to those entering trades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darren chats to Patrick Muldoon, former Young Australian and now from The Young Australians Reunion Committee on The Weekend Break.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young Australians face a higher interest rate repayment burden than their parents did in the late 1980s.

Young Australians face a higher interest rate repayment burden than their parents did in the late 1980s.

The 2026 Budget was pitched as a fix for intergenerational unfairness. Nick's fired up and reckons none of it adds up, especially if you're a young Australian trying to get ahead. But you can't just criticise without bringing a solution, and he's got a few of his own. On this episode, we discuss: (00:00) Intro (01:17) The 2026 Budget's Reform Pitch and Where It Misses Young Australians (02:29) Bracket Creep and the 47% Tax Rate That Hits Young High Earners (05:35) The $1,000 ATO Deduction Is Less Than Most Australians Already Claim (06:29) The HELP Debt Indexation Problem That Costs Australians Thousands Every Year (08:55) Removing Negative Gearing on Existing Homes Won't Free Up Housing Supply (11:24) Rents Are Set to Rise as Negative Gearing Shifts to New Builds Only (11:55) CGT Changes Hit Startup Founders Hardest, Not Property Investors (14:00) The Property Marketers Set to Profit From the Negative Gearing Reforms (16:47) Cutting Income Tax and Lifting GST, the Real Reform Trade-Off (18:31) Top 10 Postcodes by Taxable Income from Portsea to Mossman (21:25) Australia's GST Has Been Stuck at 10% Since 2000 (25:30) One Nation's Rise and What It Says About Voter Frustration Check out the free resources from Inovayt here. Send us an email: hello@thenumbersgamepodcast.com.au The Numbers Game is brought to you by Future Advisory & Inovayt. Hosts:Nick ReillyJason Robinson This podcast is produced by VIDPOD. Check out our new website thenumbersgamepodcast.com.au. Browse the full show catalogue, jump straight to specific moments on the topics you love, or leave us a voice note. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Young Australians are returning to faith at rates nobody predicted. Archbishop Peter A. Comensoli tells Lindsay Sant, Caroline Knight, and Lino Saubolle what's behind it, and what St Patrick's Cathedral has to do with it. The post The Tide Is Turning: Archbishop Comensoli on Melbourne’s Catholic Surge appeared first on StarQuest Media.

Dr Daniel Nour considers himself an accidental change maker, but he is also a pretty prodigious one. A doctor, inspired by the health care that helped his brother as a child, it was an experience offering emergency medical care to a homeless man in London during his medical studies that left him unable to ignore the gaps in the healthcare system, especially for marginalised communities.In response in Australia he created Street Side Medics, a mobile general practice unit that meets and provides medical care to people that are homeless in the places where they are at - at food venues. It started in Sydney and has spread across Australia. His work led him to be recognised as 2022 Young Australian of the Year.Here he talks about that journey and what he learnt creating something from nothing. He explores the art of founding an organisation, the limits of planning and the importance of mentors and vision.For more on Street Side Medics: https://www.streetsidemedics.com.au/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersallAmanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Daniel Nour considers himself an accidental change maker, but he is also a pretty prodigious one. A doctor, inspired by the health care that helped his brother as a child, it was an experience offering emergency medical care to a homeless man in London during his medical studies that left him unable to ignore the gaps in the healthcare system, especially for marginalised communities.In response in Australia he created Street Side Medics, a mobile general practice unit that meets and provides medical care to people that are homeless in the places where they are at - at food venues. It started in Sydney and has spread across Australia. His work led him to be recognised as 2022 Young Australian of the Year.Here he talks about that journey and what he learnt creating something from nothing. He explores the art of founding an organisation, the limits of planning and the importance of mentors and vision.For more on Street Side Medics: https://www.streetsidemedics.com.au/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersallAmanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Another lesson for our Labour Party if they want to ponder it. Australia's Labor have blown their Budget. It's hard to overstate the anger and pushback on their tax changes made now well over a week ago. Budgets and their news cycle tend to come and go. This was different. It was billed as generational. It was seen as transformational and it was seen as Albanese having to spend a decent chunk of political capital, given his tax treatment was based on a lie. He said in the election campaign of last year that he would not touch tax. 12 months on, he went back on his word. The twist being the blowback came, and it hasn't stopped coming, and somewhere in the past few days the concern, followed fairly quickly by panic, started to set in at Government level. The anger has not been driven by rich, white, old coalition blokes whose myriad of investments would end up being taxed more. It's been driven by young Australians who buy shares to save for retirement. Young Australians who start businesses to set up a decent life for themselves and their families. People the Labor Government never saw coming. What it shows, and it's an encouraging sign and one I suspect is as relevant here as it is there, is that a decent chunk of our population are not the moaners you hear on the news. They're not the NGO's bleating about their lot. They're not the success haters that dominate the news cycle. Rather, they're middle-of-the-road Kiwis and Australians who are quite keen on working hard and getting ahead in life. All they have ever asked for is, to use the vernacular, is "a fair suck of the sav". You don't tax success and that's what Albanese has had a crack at. Why take a risk in starting a business if all there is at the end of it is Jim Chalmers and his tax department looking to extract ever larger amounts of your hard earned? That's what Labour wants to do here. It's always about more tax. It's never about more success, or larger growth, or bigger pie. Got an issue? Short of dough? Tax someone. Well, middle Australia isn't interested and they have been out in force showing it. Maybe Albanese knew that. Maybe that's why he lied to get into power so he could do what he's done. If that's true then Hipkins is in real trouble, because he hasn't lied. He's told you it's coming. And if we are like Australia, it's not going to go down well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The reaction to the government's changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax has initially focused on the housing sector.But some young investors are concerned they'll miss out on the perks that made older Australians rich with the changes applying to all investments.So will younger Australians be better off with the measures announced in the federal budget?

The federal budget has dropped… and Australians have opinions. So Victoria sat down with Australia’s Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, immediately after the budget announcement to ask the questions everyone actually wants answered. From negative gearing and capital gains tax changes to the cost of living crisis, fuel prices, housing affordability, tax cuts and why blueberries suddenly cost what feels like a small mortgage repayment. They also get into the political backlash surrounding the budget, why the government changed its position on housing tax reform, whether Canberra is disconnected from how tough things feel financially right now, and what Treasurer Chalmers says Australians fundamentally misunderstand about the federal budget. There’s also unexpected chat about ChatGPT, air fryers, pocket money, coffee machines, influencers, and what it actually feels like to hand down a budget while the internet calls you “The Jim Reaper.” If you’ve been trying to make sense of what just happened in Canberra, this is the budget breakdown you actually want to hear. Join our Facebook Group AKA the ultimate support network for money advice and inspiration. Ask questions, share tips, and celebrate your wins with a like-minded crew of 300,000+.And follow us on Instagram for Q&As, bite-sized tips, daily money inspo... and relatable money memes that just get you.Acknowledgement of Country By Nartarsha Bamblett aka Queen Acknowledgements. The advice shared on She's On The Money is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. She's On The Money exists purely for educational purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Victoria Devine and She's On The Money are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The shadow treasurer plans to fight Labor's tax changes, arguing they would increase pressure on rents and 'kneecap' young Australians trying to get ahead.Mentioned in this episode:The Making of One NationFollow the Making of One Nation so you don't miss an episode.

The Federal Government flags tax reforms aimed at helping more young Australians buy a home; Australia imposes fresh sanctions on Iran over its crackdown on protesters and women; and Carlton faces fresh questions after Michael Voss quits as coach.

A new survey has revealed that many young Australians show little to no interest in military service; they would not fight for Australia if war broke out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the start of a new term. Some of your staff may be walking back into school running on empty, not because they don't care, but because they've lost sight of why it matters.What educators actually need to feel purposeful again isn't another wellbeing afternoon or a gratitude wall. According to this week's guest, it's a reconnection to vision, and that's something a school can teach, build and sustain.In this episode of Well-Led Schools, I'm joined by Glen Gerreyn, speaker, author, youth advocate and founder of The Hopeful Institute. His work, spanning two decades and hundreds of schools globally, is grounded in one powerful idea: hope is not a passive feeling. It's a skill. It's a strategy. And it can be taught.In this episode:Glen's personal origin story: from elite athlete to disability pension to Young Australian of the YearThe three components of Hope Theory: goals, pathways, and agencyWhy disengagement is often a vision crisis, not a behaviour problemThe Hopeful Schools Framework and how it works in practiceWhy purpose and meaning matter as much as curriculum in educationWhat leaders can do to build hope into school culture systemicallyAbout Glen Gerreyn:Glen Gerreyn is a speaker, author and youth advocate who has dedicated his career to building hope in young people and the educators who work with them. After overcoming a serious a chronic illness that ended his career as a state champion sprinter, heGlen rebuilt his life through purpose, resilience and connection to meaning, and was named Young Australian of the Year in 1998.He is the founder of The Hopeful Institute and has worked with more than 300 schools across Australia and worldwide. His work draws on Charles Snyder's Hope Theory and translates it into practical frameworks that schools can embed into their culture. He is also the author of Men of Honor, a book on sexual ethics and character development for young men.Links and Resources50 Book Summaries for Educators7 Infographics (burnout, procrastination and more)Well-Led Schools Partnership ProgramIf this episode resonated, leaving a review wherever you are listening means the world. Thank you for listening!Connect with Glen via:Website: www.thehopefullinstitute.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glengerreyn/Pinterest: https://au.pinterest.com/glengerreyn/ Connect with me via:My website: adriennehornby.com.auLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/adrienne-hornby-a4126a205/Email: hello@adriennehornby.com.au

Mia interviews Te Raukura O'Connell Rapira and Laniyuk, two staunch and inspiring warriors in the defence of Larrakia country. Larrakia country is Laniyuk's country, and together with Te Raukura and an ever-expanding network of fellow protectors she has been fighting a military housing development on her land. Laniyuk is a Larrakia, Kungarakan, Gurindji and French creative and organiser. In January 2024 she launched a campaign for the Return of Lee Point to Larrakia people to stop the destruction of sacred ceremonial and Dreaming sites in Darwin by Defence Housing Australia. She also writes and performs poetry, speculative fiction and is a visual artist.Te Raukura O'Connell Rapira is a Māori and Irish campaigner, researcher and writer. Prior to their appointment as CEO of 350 Australia, Te Raukura was the Executive Director of Movement Building at the Foundation for Young Australians, the Director of ActionStation Aotearoa, and helped co-found the Youth Movement Fund Aotearoa, Te Kuaka and Tauiwi Tautoko.Connect with the campaign, buy a t-shirt or donateFollow the campaign on InstagramSign the petitionEarth Matters #1550 was produced by Mia Audrey on Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country.

For years, we've treated housing affordability as a demand problem — interest rates, borrowing power, incentives. But what if the real issue sits deeper in the system?In this episode, we unpack the structural forces shaping Australia's housing market, from planning constraints to policy decisions that have quietly restricted supply for decades.Joined by planning reform advocate Melissa Neighbor and economist Emilie Dye, we explore the structural issues baked into Australia's housing system — from restrictive zoning laws and slow approval processes to the political incentives that favour existing homeowners. We also dive into the concept of “gentle density,” why three-storey townhouses could be a missing middle solution, and how cities like Auckland have used upzoning to stabilise housing pressures without crashing the market.But this isn't just a supply story. We challenge the idea of housing as an investment vehicle versus a place to live, unpack intergenerational inequality, and examine why forcing people into renting can actually make them worse off. The conversation also tackles the uncomfortable reality: increasing supply may solve affordability — but not without trade-offs, including financial outcomes for buyers and resistance from existing communities.This episode cuts through the noise with a clear-eyed look at what needs to change — and what most people are still getting wrong about housing in Australia. If you care about affordability, investing, or the future of our cities, this is one you can't afford to ignore.Episode Highlights01:07 — Meet the Guests: Planning & Economics Perspectives01:56 — What Does a Fair Housing System Look Like?04:23 — Planning Restrictions and the Supply Bottleneck06:40 — Why Reforms Are Facing Community Resistance11:43 — Upzoning, Windfalls, and Affordability Trade-Offs13:43 — Why Only Luxury Projects Are Getting Built17:14 — Winning Public Support for Housing Reform20:50 — Balancing Emotional Costs and Infrastructure Strain23:41 — Why Sydney Must Embrace More Density24:38 — Global Cities and Lessons for Housing Reform26:55 — What's Actually Being Built Across NSW27:42 — The Reality of Upzoning in Established Suburbs28:05 — Backlash, Compromise, and Policy Missteps29:30 — How the Housing Crisis Forced Policy Change30:23 — Should Housing Be an Investment or a Home?47:19 — Final Thoughts and Listener Q'sAbout the GuestsMelissa Neighbor is a town planner, community engagement expert, and co-founder of Sydney YIMBY, a movement advocating for increased housing supply and planning reform across New South Wales. With deep experience in urban planning and policy, Melissa is a leading voice in the push for more efficient housing delivery, better zoning outcomes, and meaningful community engagement in development decisions.Emilie Dye is an economist and commentator focused on intergenerational housing inequality and housing accessibility in Australia. Her work, including the widely discussed piece “Housing is Becoming a Pipe Dream for Young Australians,” has been featured across major national publications. Emilie brings a data-driven perspective to the housing debate, challenging conventional thinking around homeownership, affordability, and the role of housing in wealth creation.Connect with MelissaMelissa's LinkedInMelissa's InstagramMelissa's XThe New IQ (website)Sky Planning (website)Connect with EmilieEmilie's LinkedInEmilie's XResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.auLooking for a Mortgage Broker? alcove.com.auWork with Chris: chrisbates@alcove.com.auEnjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word, and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now!Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcastSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3r0nnJrLUu3t1GpO7X3j6EIf you enjoyed today's podcast, don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share the show! There's more to come, so we hope to have you along with us on this journey!See you on the inside,Veronica & Chris

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Adam and Shanai share how seeing Graeme on stage became the catalyst for completely restructuring their financial life. Previously overwhelmed by money stress, scattered bank accounts, and underperforming investments, they realised their strategy lacked clarity and cohesion. By consolidating accounts, selling ineffective properties, and adopting a structured financial framework, they significantly reduced weekly expenses and positioned themselves for long term growth. That reset allowed them to expand confidently,growing their portfolio to nine properties with a clearer, more strategic direction.Beyond the numbers, their story is deeply personal. Afterexperiencing family tragedy and loss, they recognised the importance of community, open communication, and shared purpose within a relationship. They now actively contribute to events, supporting others who may be facing financial or emotional hardship. Adam and Shanai's journey highlights how financial structure, resilience, and mutual support can not only build wealth but also create meaningful impact within family and community.To watch their earlier episode, click below: https://youtu.be/GVsJbTyvBO0?si=K_OKtDZ9t5RDCrHZExcited to change your future?

Philippa Collin describes the themes which have emerged from Australia's biggest writing competition for young people. 

John Juriansz describes what is revealed from the largest creative writing competition for young people in Australia.

Australia's social media ban for under 16s aims to protect young people from online threats, but it may also limit their knowledge about democracy and political systems.

I vincitori del premio "Australian of the Year" sono stati annunciati al National Arboretum di Canberra. C'erano 33 finalisti in quattro categorie: “Australian of the Year”, "Senior Australian of the Year”, “Young Australian of the Year” e “Local Hero”.

While we take a break we are revisiting some of our favourite stories and interviews in our summer series. This week we revisit the interview with Young Australian of the Year Dr Katrina Wruck, a groundbreaking green chemist working to break down harmful "forever chemicals." As the first Torres Strait Islander to receive an Australian of the Year award in any category, Dr Wruck shares her journey, the science behind her research and how she is working to improve environmental and health outcomes in remote Indigenous communities. 

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Teenagers are more concerned than ever about the cost of living, according the annual Mission Australia Youth Survey of more than 17,000 young people. Financial worries have jumped significantly in survey results in recent years, with climate change falling as an issue of concern, and mental health still having a large impact. - መንእሰያት ካብ ኩሉ ካልእ ግዜ ንላዕሊ ብዛዕባ ክብሪ ናብራ ይሻቐሉ ክብል ርእይቶ ልዕሊ 17ሽሕ መንእሰያት ዝኣከበ ዓመታዊ ዝካየድ 'ሚሽን ኣውስራልያ ዩዝ ሰርቨይ' ኣፍሊጡ። ንገንዘብ ወይ ፋይናንስ ዝምልከቱ ሻቕሎታት ኣብ መለክዒታት ርእይቶ ናይ'ዚ ቀረባ ዓመታት ብዝለዓለ መጠን ንቅድሚት ዘሊሎም ኣለዉ፡ ለውጢ ክሊማ ከም ሓደ ኣሻቕሊ ዛዕባ ንታሕቲ ክወርድ'ንከሎ፡ ጥዕና ኣእምሮ ግን ሕጂ'ውን ዓቢይ ጽልዋ ዘለዎ ኮይኑ ይቕጽል ኣሎ።

Teenagers are more concerned than ever about the cost of living, according the annual Mission Australia Youth Survey of more than 17,000 young people. Financial worries have jumped significantly in survey results in recent years, with climate change falling as an issue of concern, and mental health still having a large impact. - مشن آسٹریلیا یوتھ سروے (Mission Australia Youth Survey) میں 17,000 سے زائد نوجوانوں کی رائے سے ظاہر ہوتا ہے کہ نوجوان اور ٹین ایجرز اب پہلے سے کہیں زیادہ مہنگائی کے بارے میں فکر مند ہیں سروے میں معاشی امور پر پریشانی میں نمایاں اضافہ دیکھا گیا ہے، جبکہ ماحولیاتی تبدیلی پر تشویش کم ہوتی جا رہی ہے، مگر ذہنی صحت اب بھی نوجوانوں کو فکر مند کر رہی ہے۔

A generation of kids social media accounts will be silenced today ahead of the government's teen ban

A generation of kids social media accounts will be silenced today ahead of the government's teen ban

A generation of kids social media accounts will be silenced today ahead of the government's teen ban

Teenagers are more concerned than ever about the cost of living, according the annual Mission Australia Youth Survey of more than 17,000 young people. Financial worries have jumped significantly in survey results in recent years, with climate change falling as an issue of concern, and mental health still having a large impact.

A new report commissioned by KIND Collective on the occasion of World Kindness Day (13 November) reveals a major shift in Australian youth values, with 37% of young people ranking kindness above material success. Mental health experts Neerja Shankar and Aadhyaa Udawat say the trend reflects rising anxiety, digital overload, and a growing desire for authentic connection. Young Australians also shared how they define kindness and the challenges of keeping it alive in an increasingly social-media-driven world.

A young cricketer, Ben Austin, was killed after he was struck in the neck by a cricket ball thrown at speed using a hand-held training device. Paramedics treated the 17-year-old at the scene before he was taken to Monash Medical Centre in Clayton in a critical condition - where he later died in hospital. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says this took place at an after-school practice session. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young Australian superstar Teya Rufus joins the show this week to chat about her great performances the last couple years, including winning the Worlds in Junior, making the final at the World Championships in the Elite class as a first year, racing the Pro Spectracular at the Grands, and much more banter including Tory's Ravels impoloading and the Pump Track World Championships. Enjoy! #Chatter

Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government has more work to do on regulatory reform; Young Australians urge government to set bold 2035 climate target; And in sport, Rookie Tane Edmed not surpised he's been picked for the Wallabies.

Young Australian agriculture influencer with 700,000 followers encourages young Kiwis to get across the Tasman for the harvest season. Plus, she warns of the red flags to look out for when it comes to worker exploitation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you have a team or just contractors, you are creating a workplace culture. In this episode of The Essential Shift Podcast, I'm joined by Miks and Cam, co-founders of Capyble - a Techstars-backed platform that helps businesses turn respect-at-work legislation into meaningful, measurable action.We dive deep into what it really takes to build safer, smarter workplaces - from listening to lived experience, to weaving cultural safety into operations, to using AI without losing humanity. This is a big conversation on leadership, boundaries, and creating work cultures that don't just tick the box - but transform it.If you are a leader in your business, you should listen to this. Set the foundations early and create a safe place for people to work (even if they are only doing 3 hours a week in your business). ✨ Want to connect and build your business with a support network? ⁠JOIN THE CIRCLE⁠ ✨KEY EPISODE TAKEAWAYSWhy safety isn't just physical - it's emotional, cultural, and structuralWhat we get wrong about leadership (especially in small businesses)How to use AI in ways that protect, not perpetuate, harmThe mindset shift from performative compliance to practical impactWhy boundaries are leadership skills – not personality traitsSHOW RESOURCESLearn more about Capyble – HEREJOIN THE CIRCLE – A community for conscious, creative entrepreneurs - HEREFollow me on Instagram – HEREFind me on LinkedIn – HEREABOUT THE GUESTSMiks is a serial global entrepreneur who believes business is a tool for creating positive structural change. She's had 3 successful exits and is now full-time on Capyble, with a mission to bring expertise to 1 million workplaces by 2030. She's a TEDx speaker and has been recognised as a finalist for the Women in Digital Rising Star of the Year 2024, Young Australian of the Year (QLD), AFR Top 100 Women of Influence, and more. Miks is a Harvard alum and Techstars Sydney 2024 participant.Cam has spent the last decade building profitable social enterprises and educational products, with a background in world-building and strategy for narrative-led companies. A master of translating complexity into clarity, he now focuses on making expert support accessible through Capyble, and creating better ways for survivors to share their stories with workplaces and communities through Impact by Design.Bless it be.With love,Laetitia

This week, stories of democracy, dreams, and things happening in and out of the ballot box. Elections Elsewhere by Phoebe Adler-Ryan Have you ever wondered how elections operate in other corners around the world? In our first story, ATB takes you on a ‘election tour’ of different countries as our volunteers - from China, Vietnam, some with connections to the US - gather to talk about what voting is like in their country. Can you vote in your country? What does voting mean to you? Featuring Lindsey Vassalo, Patrick McKenzie, Ray Vo and Sue. Counting the Vote by Grace Gooda Next story brings you into the Australian ballot box. In this story, we step inside election day through the eyes of an AEC worker - where impartiality, integrity, and counting replace the usual political buzz. From securing ballot bins to missing out on the ‘democracy sausage’, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at the quiet work that keeps Australia's democracy ticking. Welcome to a day in the life of a ballot counter. That story was produced by Grace Gooda in partnership with the Centre for Advancing Journalism and The Yarn from Melbourne University. Young Yarners by Micah Kickett Our third story explores the Young Yarners Program, a new initiative tackling voter disengagement in First Nations communities. From Parliament House workshops to local projects back home, young leaders from the program are building knowledge, breaking down barriers, and making sure Indigenous voices are heard loud and clear at the ballot box. That story was produced by Micah Kickett for The Wire. Young Matters by Ruby Perryman In this story, we hear from a young voter navigating life on Centrelink, housing insecurity, and the growing feeling that dreams like home ownership are slipping away. As the election approaches, it's not grand promises that shape her vote - it’s the urgent need for real support in an anxious, uncertain future. That story was produced by Ruby Perryman in partnership with the Centre for Advancing Journalism and The Yarn, from Melbourne University. Hope for the future by Catarina Fraga Matos and Kwame Slusher Confusion, curiosity, excitement to frustration. Young Australians paint a vivid palette of emotions as they face their first vote. Whether it’s dreaming of climate action, fairness, or just finally being heard, these young Australian voters have big hopes, even if the path to the ballot box is still a little messy. Hear them out. All The Best Credits Host Kwame Slusher Executive Producer: Phoebe Adler-Ryan Editorial Producer: Melanie Bakewell Community Coordinator: Patrick McKenzie Artwork Design: Lindsey Vassalo Mixed and Compiled by Emma Higgins Theme Music composed by Shining Bird See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a question that echoes through conversations among frustrated Australians, especially younger generations who find themselves priced out of the housing market: Is this all a Ponzi scheme? The surge in property prices has not only locked out many potential first-time home buyers but has also sparked a fiery debate about the sustainability and ethics of our housing economy, likening our housing markets to a speculative Ponzi scheme. Is this really true? That's what Brett Warren and I discuss in this episode of The Michael Yardney Podcast. Takeaways The housing market is often misunderstood by younger generations. Owner-occupiers make up a significant portion of the market. Ponzi schemes involve fraudulent investment practices, unlike the housing market. Speculation can lead to market instability, but owner-occupiers provide stability to our hosuing markets. Understanding market fundamentals is essential for successful investing. The current market is not in a bubble, but cyclical fluctuations exist. Investing should be approached with a long-term perspective. Having a strategic plan is vital for navigating the property market. Demographics play a key role in shaping market trends. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Housing Market and Ponzi Scheme Comparisons 04:19 Defining Ponzi Schemes and Their Characteristics 06:59 Frustrations of Young Australians in the Housing Market 09:46 The Role of Owner-Occupiers in the Housing Market 12:42 Are We in a Housing Bubble? 15:36 Speculative Markets and Their Risks 18:21 Long-Term Investment Strategies in Real Estate 21:08 The Importance of Strategic Planning in Property Investment 24:46 Your Most Valuable Asset 27:30 The Importance of Time Management 30:45 Wealth Retreat: Investing in Yourself Links and Resources:    Michael Yardney    Get the team at Metropole to help build your personal Strategic Property Plan Click here and have a chat with us    Brett Warren - National Director of Property at Metropole    Join us at Wealth Retreat - Australia's Premier Wealth Retreat for Elite Investors and Business People www.WealthRetreat.com.au     Get a bundle of eBooks and Reports at www.PodcastBonus.com.au       Also, please subscribe to my other podcast Demographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher – just look for Demographics Decoded wherever you are listening to this podcast and subscribe so each week we can unveil the trends shaping your future.     Shownotes plus more here: Are our property markets really just a Ponzi Scheme? With Brett Warren

Prime minister Anthony Albanese has announced the 2025 Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year and Young Australian of the Year in a ceremony at the National Arboretum in Canberra. In this podcast, we will present you with the winners and their contributions to Australia and the world.

In this episode, I catch up with the incredibly talented Sam Corlett, who hails from the beautiful Central Coast of Australia. Known for his captivating performances in Netflix's Vikings: Valhalla, Sam has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He shares his journey from a young actor with dreams of making it big to landing significant roles in major productions. With a passion for storytelling and a deep appreciation for his craft, Sam opens up about his experiences in acting school, his breakout role in The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and the lessons he's learned along the way.Sam also discusses his latest projects, including the highly anticipated Netflix series Territory, debuting on October 24th, and the emotional independent film He Ain't Heavy, which premieres today. He reflects on the challenges his family faced, especially his mum's battles with cancer, which have shaped his perspective on life and resilience.Key Topics Discussed:Sam's journey to becoming an actor and his experiences in acting school.His breakout role in The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and how it propelled his career.Insights from his time on Vikings: Valhalla, exploring the challenges and triumphs of portraying historical figures.A deep dive into his latest projects: the highly anticipated Netflix series Territory and the emotional independent film He Ain't Heavy.Personal reflections on his upbringing and the challenges his family faced, particularly his mum's battle with cancer.Sam's creative process, passion for storytelling, and some heartfelt conversations about resilience and personal growth.Follow SamINSTAGRAMThe Good Human Factory LinksINSTAGRAMWEBSITEMERCH - CODE - PODCAST 25% OFFWORKSHOP ENQUIRYEmail Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com to enquire about sponsoring Good Humans Podcast :)THE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In March 1941, 40,000 Australian and New Zealand troops were rushed to Greece in a desperate attempt to support the Greeks against the looming threat of a German attack. Although the operation was ultimately doomed to fail, the Aussies and Kiwis managed to hold up the German advance long enough to evacuate thousands to Crete, where Hitler then set his sights. Joining me today is Craig Collie, author of ‘Where the Flaming Hell Are We? The Story of Young Australians and New Zealanders Fighting the Nazis in Greece and Crete'. We'll be delving into these often-overlooked, disastrous operations in the Mediterranean. I want to extend a big thank you to David Phillipson from the History Guild, who suggested our guest today and connected me with Craig. The History Guild has a project focusing on Australians in the Mediterranean theatre during WWII. For more articles and posts on this topic, visit historyguild.org.   Patreonpatreon.com/ww2podcast