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US military forces successfully rescued an American F-15 weapons system officer who was shot down over mountainous terrain near the Iraq border. Iranians had been searching for the aviator with a $100,000 bounty on his head, while Iranian TV broadcast footage of the search. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today was one of the biggest days at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, the sun peeking through the clouds, as thousands of visitors made their way through the gates at Olympic Park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight, the crew of the spaceship Orion is three-quarters of the way to the moon and delivering more incredible images as they travel through space. NASA reports all systems are go, except for one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney drivers are being urged to dob in any servos doing the wrong thing by charging exorbitant prices even after the fuel tax cut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister will spend much of this week trying to shore up our long-term fuel supplies as he remains confident the ships will keep on coming. The crisis wasn't far from mind today as Anthony Albanese attended an Easter service in Canberra.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Across the country, it's been a very happy Easter for many. Families were out enjoying the day with special lunches and gatherings, and for the little ones, all the excitement you'd expect on a day that starts with chocolate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The faithful have packed into churches across the city to celebrate Easter Sunday. On one of the holiest days of the Christian calendar, leaders have been praying for peace in a world of growing uncertainty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales Fair Trading has launched an Easter long weekend crackdown on petrol stations failing to pass on fuel excise cuts to consumers. Inspectors have examined 75% of service stations statewide, issuing 93 infringement notices and 15 fines for price gouging. Fuel supply remains problematic with 36 stations completely out of fuel and 158 lacking at least one fuel type, though authorities are encouraging motorists to report price discrepancies via fuelcheck.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former New South Wales Detective Superintendent Robert Critchlow discusses the police investigation following the death of police killer Desi Freeman. Two alleged associates of Freeman have been arrested and released as investigators examine mobile phones found at the scene and explore potential connections to a network of sovereign citizens. The investigation focuses on determining whether individuals actively assisted Freeman in escaping justice, with charges requiring proof of specific intent and positive actions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A US fighter jet has been shot down behind enemy lines with one crew member rescued and another still missing. Iran has issued a bounty while American combat air rescue teams search the mountainous border region. The missing serviceman may be hiding, injured, or deceased, equipped with survival gear including a beacon, radio, and pistol.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians could be at risk of an early death without knowing it. Doctors say not enough testing is being done for a genetic condition causing dangerously high cholesterol levels. Now there's a push for more screening nationwide, which could save thousands of lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Generous Australians have dug deeper than ever, raising a record 25.2 million dollars for Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many Australian business owners are making going viral a key part of their business strategy. They're designing products with social media front of mind, hoping views translate to sales. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Horse racing figures were among almost a dozen people arrested after police smashed an international crime ring. They're accused of plotting to smuggle drugs into the country in a scheme worth a billion dollars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A motorbike accident had the crowd in shock at the Sydney Royal Easter Show last night. A stunt rider took a tumble at the end of a gravity-defying jump, suffering a possible broken ankle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The theme was black and white, but the weather was all shades of grey on day one of the championships at Royal Randwick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are frantic efforts tonight to find a crew member missing after Iran shot down one of America's warplanes. The F-15 fighter jet is believed to have crashed in the mountains right on the border with Iraq. One service member on board has been rescued. The condition of the other isn't known, but Iran has put a bounty on their head. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Artemis space mission has just passed a critical point. The spaceship is now halfway between the Earth and the moon. And already it's delivered a stunning new look at the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been a major development in the investigation into Dezi Freeman's time on the run. Victorian police have arrested two of the cop killer's alleged associates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A teenager is behind bars, and four others are on the run after a terrifying home invasion in Oakville. A couple has been threatened with a shotgun and a machete, with a stolen car torched in their driveway. Tearing through Box Hill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's good and bad news tonight on the fuel front, depending on what sort of vehicle you drive. Diesel prices are set to soar to new highs next week, but petrol will stabilise as the Albanese government seeks to lock in meetings with key allies to shore up supply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's feared the fuel crisis could push up the price of some groceries by as much as 20%. Tonight, farmers are saying a major change could happen around Anzac Day, and if the crisis isn't resolved, the quantity and quality of food will be affected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested following a suspected arson attack at an Oakville property in Sydney's northwest. A ute was driven onto the property, the home's windows were smashed, and the vehicle was set alight. Police witnessed several men fleeing the scene in a second car and are continuing to search for additional suspects.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Artemis 2 mission crew, led by Commander Reid Wiseman, are currently travelling towards the moon after leaving Earth's orbit. Wiseman captured stunning photographs of Earth through the spacecraft's window, which he noted has become dirty from the crew's frequent viewing. The crew will spend three days in transit to the moon, and woke to views of the full moon ahead of their vehicle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian food suppliers and grocers are warning of imminent price increases as soaring petrol costs from the Middle East conflict impact farmers and retailers. A survey reveals 90% of retailers are experiencing rising fuel costs, with only a quarter currently passing these on to consumers. Historical data from the 2022 Ukraine war showed bread prices rising 14% and steak 24%, with regional and smaller retailers expected to be most significantly affected by the current supply chain pressures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An American F-15E fighter jet has been shot down over southwestern Iran, marking the first time Iranian forces have brought down a US aircraft since the war began. One crew member has been rescued and is receiving medical treatment with American troops, while the other remains missing, sparking an urgent search and rescue operation by both American and Iranian forces. The incident challenges recent claims of complete US air dominance in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Jennifer Hawkins makes a splash with her Whale Beach trophy home, she's about to face competition from a neighbour down the road. The owner of the Lowes clothing chain has put her mansion up for sale, but it might burn a hole in your pocket.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A robot has made its debut in an operating theatre right here in Sydney in what's being billed as a major step forward for Australian medicine. The new technology gives surgeons the ability to operate from anywhere, at any time, without losing their sense of touch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the oldest royal Easter traditions has been gatecrashed by anti-monarchy protesters. King Charles and Queen Camilla were at the ancient Maundy Thursday service in rural Wales but could not shake the ongoing royal crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are plenty of cost savvy ways to entertain the family over the easter school holidays. Train travel is free across Victoria, and the country regions are waiting with open arms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Artemis II space crew is on its way to the moon and is 75,000 kilometres from Earth. Despite a small hiccup, they pulled off a key manoeuvre that has them on course to make history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Incriminating police bodycam has been released of golf legend Tiger Woods, during his arrest for driving while high on medication. It shows him failing a series of sobriety tests and at one point, he even claims to be talking to Donald Trump on his phone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EXCLUSIVE: A fugitive's time on the run came to a wild end when he crashed into a Chelsea cafe. In an unfortunate twist of fate for the driver, two police officers were just metres away, waiting for their coffeesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government is refusing to tell the Australian people if it's secretly deployed our most elite fighting soldiers to the war in the Middle East. It's sticking to a long-held tradition of keeping the movements of the SAS top secret. But that silence is raising serious questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians in every corner of the state are rallying for little patients and the heroes who care for them at the Royal Children's Hospital. The Good Friday Appeal is in its 95th year, with every cent from tin rattlers to a house auction going towards the tally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Churches were full and local footy games packed to the rafters as Melburnians enjoyed the start of the Easter long weekend. While most businesses shut down for Good Friday, a select few were cashing in on their busiest day of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dozens of teenagers with gangland links have been barred from this year's Sydney Royal Easter Show as part of a crackdown on youth violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man has been charged with murdering his own father after an argument turned violent in Emu Plains. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW roads experienced a fatality-free start to the Easter holiday period as thousands of holidaymakers travelled out of Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many Sydney Christians have been praying for peace this Good Friday, leaning on religion for comfort in these difficult times. There was deep reflection, too, on the day marking the death of Jesus Christ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of desperate drivers have queued for hours for a free fuel giveaway that sparked traffic bedlam across Melbourne’s western suburbs. $100,000 worth of petrol and diesel was up for grabs, but the wild stunt got so out of control, police were forced to shut it down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government has reportedly deployed nearly 100 SAS troops to the Middle East as a precautionary measure amid escalating conflict, with Defence Minister Richard Marles declining to comment on the deployment. A South Carolina man has been arrested for sunbaking naked in his own backyard behind a chain fence visible to neighbours and their children. A British father has faced online criticism after boasting about completing his daughter's Easter school project himself and demanding she win the prize.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A light aircraft crashed in a field off the Illawarra Highway near Albion Park, south of Sydney. The 53-year-old pilot, who was the sole occupant of the plane, escaped without injury. Investigators are examining the circumstances that led to the crash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chocolate and hot cross buns pose serious toxic risks to pets during Easter celebrations. Dogs cannot metabolise chocolate properly, causing stimulants to build up in their system, while raisins and sultanas in hot cross buns are also highly toxic. Symptoms may not appear for 6-12 hours after ingestion, and pet owners should contact a vet immediately if their animal consumes any amount of these foods rather than waiting for symptoms to develop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump mocked French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte during a White House Easter lunch, apparently referencing footage of the French First Lady shoving her husband in the face. The comments sparked outrage in France, with Macron responding that the remarks were neither elegant nor up to standard and did not deserve a reply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge has dismissed Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni in a major legal development. Lively can now only pursue three lesser claims against Baldoni, including breach of contract. The trial between the two actors, who sued each other in December 2024, is scheduled to begin in New York in approximately two weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tiger Woods was arrested in Florida following a car crash where his Range Rover clipped a trailer and rolled. Bodycam footage shows Woods handcuffed by authorities, claiming to have been speaking with US President Donald Trump during a phone call, and later appearing to nod off repeatedly in the back of a patrol car.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pope Leo condemned the brutality of war in the Middle East during Holy Thursday mass at the Vatican, appearing to reference Donald Trump's policies by urging Catholics to liberate rather than dominate others. The first American-born pontiff broke with his predecessor's tradition by washing the feet of 12 male priests instead of prisoners, women and non-Catholics, in a gesture of support for Catholic clergy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney's new fish market in Glebe experiences its first major Easter trading period since opening in January, with 60,000 visitors expected on Good Friday alone. Retailers anticipate selling 650 tonnes of seafood over the Easter weekend, with prawns at $43 per kilo and lobsters at $110 per kilo proving the most popular items. The massive turnout represents the biggest test for the relocated fish market facility since its recent opening.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Petrol prices in Queensland briefly dropped below $2 per litre overnight before rapidly increasing again this morning, with Greater Brisbane's average regular unleaded now at $2.43 per litre and diesel at $3.12. Public transport usage has surged by 14% compared to last year, with over 1.25 million rail journeys recorded in the past week. The Queensland Government has approved three weeks of major rail closures during school holidays for essential maintenance and upgrades, affecting services including the Brisbane to Gold Coast line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.