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A series of explosions have been reported across Gaza - appearing to end the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.  The RBA is receiving mixed response to its decision to re-design the five dollar note.  AND Universal Music Group has filed to dismiss Drake's lawsuit against them! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin agree to high stakes talks to discuss peace deal New CCTV shows the moments before a man was found dead in an Adelaide park  Investigations underway into a brawl at an under 8's basketball game in Melbourne  Dua Lipa kicks off her Australian tour  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls for the construction union should be de-registered and an A-F-P probe established. The Federal Government says the cost of living will be "front and centre" in next week's budget. And Lady Gaga has recorded the biggest streaming and Vinyl sales week of her careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's economy has suffered a 1.2 billion dollar hit in the wake of Tropical Cyclone Alfred.  An investigation has been launched, after a child was found dead in bushland in NSW.  AND Lady Gaga has hit a new career high!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pressure is mounting on the Federal Government not to send troops to Ukraine Grave fears for a 23-year-old man who fell into the Brisbane River  59 people have been killed and 150 injured in a nightclub fire in North Macedonia  Stranded astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams step closer to coming home    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has joined world leaders where plans to support Ukraine were discussed Death toll from storm in the U.S continues to climb The Australian who filmed the baby wombat video identifiedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United States has aligned with G-7 allies, urging Russia to accept a ceasefire with Ukraine Urgent callout for Tradies in cyclone aftermath Major data leak publishes home addresses of NSW MP's  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M has confirmed he'll join a phone call with world leaders over the weekend, to discuss potentially sending peacekeepers into Ukraine. An American woman who sparked a massive backlash for her handling of a wombat has now left the country. And Chappel Roan goes countrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine edges closer with Vladimir Putin saying he supports the proposal  Firefighters on the scene of a blaze at the Hilton Hotel at Surfers Paradise  The country's south east braces for heatwave conditions. Donald Trump threatens the European Union with 200% tariff on alcohol  And a premiere date set for Meghan Markle's new podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are calls today for the Energy Minister to be sacked -- over a power bill hike for millions of Australians. Blades longer than 20-centimetres are being banned in Victoria from September 1st And Leonardo Dicaprio has unleashed on the Albanese GovernmentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Ivan Cleary is appealing to Panthers fans to embrace their new home of Western Sydney Stadium. Dylan Brown has revealed how Mitchell Moses tried to convince him to stick with the Eels. And Oscar Piastri says he's not feeling any added pressure, ahead of Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show! The sneaky preference deal the libs are planning How Malcolm Turnbull has potentially ruined US/Aus relations Josh Hanrahan drops in to give us more intel on the caravan of terror  LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump's 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum come into effect Just under 35 THOUSAND homes remain without power this morning across South East Queensland The family of a surfer killed in a shark attack on a WA beach pay tribute to the 37-year-old  US and Russian officials prepare to meet to discuss a ceasefire deal See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the political blame game as U-S tariffs hit our Steel and Aluminium industry. A Border Force employee is accused of taking bribes to help criminals get illicit drugs into Australia. And This Hollywood star could be heading to the F1 this weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has labelled the Trump Administration's latest tariffs on Aussie metals as 'entirely unjustified'  Australia's largest superannuation fund is being taken to court, for failing to process thousands of death benefits on-time.  AND Billy Joel has been forced to postpone his US tour! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The captain of a cargo ship has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter after colliding with an oil tanker  A major clean up is underway in south east Queensland while tens of thousands of residents remain without power  Victoria's bail laws are set to become the toughest in the country amid a youth crime wave The US says Ukraine has accepted the terms of a peace deal with Russia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Authorities Accused of "Over reaching" By Human Rights Commission.  Opposition Says Clock Ticking For P-M To Pick Up Phone To Donald Trump On Tariffs.  High Ranking Bikie Boss Accused Of Masterminding Anti-Semitic Arson Attacks in Syd.  And Nicole Kidman Eyes Off New Role In Cult Hit TV ShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The search continues today, for a surfer who's missing after what witnesses have described as a shark attack on the south coast of WA.  Things are starting to look up for residents impacted by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred AND The director of Meghan Markle's new Netflix series has revealed what is was really like working with her! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales and Queensland continue to be hit with heavy rain. Strike Force Pearl says caravan laden with explosives was a 'hoax'. And Ukraine's President Volodomyr Zelensky arrives in Saudi Arabia ahead of peace talks with the United States.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police have made a number of fresh arrests -- as part of their investigations into recent antisemitic incidents in Sydney. Major flood warnings are in place for several rivers and creeks in Queensland's south east as rain continues to fall on saturated catchments. And Lady Gaga announces tour datesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has continued to spruik described his incoming Tariffs on Mexico and Canada.  Queensland's Premier admits the response and recovery operation in the wake of ex Tropical Cyclone Alfred will be huge. AND Jessica Simpson has hinted at the cause of her marriage breakdown! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 230,000 homes and businesses are without power in Queensland and NSW, in the wake of ex-cyclone Alfred.  Israel says it will cut off power to Gaza to increase pressure on Hamas to free hostages. And the death toll from intense fighting in Syria rises to at least 1,000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Defence personnel who were responding in flood zones have been injured in a serious crash Relentless rain continues to fall in the wake of ex tropical cyclone WA Labor claims hat trick election winSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyclone Alfred has been downgraded to a tropical low Thousands without power in the wake of the storm Donald Trump issues stern warning to RussiaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TC Alfred expected to weaken to a Category One before making landfall on Saturday. A second SpaceX rocket has exploded shortly after take-off, raining debris over the Bahamas. AND Harry Styles looks to sign onto a 35 show residency in Las Vegas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 17 year old boy is facing eight charges - after allegedly walking onto a commercial flight at Melbourne's Avalon airport - armed with a gun. Tropical Cyclone Alfred is making it way to the east coast -- and is now expected to make landfall tomorrow morning, as a category two storm.  And The legal battle heats up for Justin Baldoni See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tropical Cyclone Alfred isn't likely to make landfall until early Saturday morning. The United States begins negotiations with Hamas. AND Ice Cube is stuck at his Gold Coast hotel amid Cyclone Alfred chaos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has confirmed early recovery grants of a million dollars for affected councils across QLD and NSW as Cyclone Alfred inches closer.  The United States announces a pause to intelligence sharing with Ukraine.  AND Ice Cube is reportedly stuck in his hotel room in Queensland! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the show, we break down how Cyclone Alfred could affect the upcoming election. Plus! What’s it like to have a foreign government put a bounty on your head? Our guest knows firsthand. And, of course, we couldn’t go a week without checking in on what Donald Trump is up to. LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South east Queensland has been shut down, a Cyclone Alfred barrels towards the coast The US stops intelligence sharing with Ukraine The latest health update on the Pope And New Zealand through to the final of the Champions Trophy CricketSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A quarter of a million sandbags on their way to SE QLD ahead of TC Alfred's arrival. The US President addresses Congress, declaring "America is back". AND  Chappell Roan reveals her newest single will be released on March 13.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alfred on path of densely populated areas A Perth boy being questioned over threats to a Sydney mosque Australia out of the Champions Trophy cricket And a fresh accolade for a dynamic duo!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland prepares for incoming cyclone Alfred. China has announced retaliatory tariffs on the US. AND Country music icon Dolly Parton has announced her husband of nearly 60 years, Carl Dean, has died.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US has announced it's pausing all military aid to Ukraine, effective immediately.  Communities from Queensland and NSW are bracing as Tropical Cyclone Alfred approaches.  AND Dolly Parton has announced some tragic news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the winners from this years Oscars. Tropical cyclone Alfred is sitting over 400 kilometres from Brisbane, and moving south east. And Harry Styles is pretty good at this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to Queensland and New South Wales coastlines tomorrow. European leaders agree to boost military aid to Ukraine, following last week's disastrous meeting between the US President Volodomyr Zelensky. and final preparations are underway in Los Angeles for the Oscars, which kicks off later today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ukraine leader has arrived in the UK where he's received an outpouring of support Labor claws back support Queensland rocked by strong earthquakeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Volodymyr Zelensky has been kicked out of the White House after clashing with Trump during meeting Pope suffers another health setback Queensland braces for cyclone  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M is brushing-off Donald Trump's apparent AUKUS gaffe. Investigators are looking into possible suspicious circumstances surrounding the death of Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife. And Zendaya has joined the iconic Shrek franchise!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finally struggling homeowners will get a rate cut - with three of the four major banks' rate cuts starting from today.  The Prime Minister is brushing-off Donald Trump's apparent AUKUS gaffe - after he appeared not to know what it was. AND Katy Perry is one of six celebs set to be launched into space! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are investigating the death of Gene Hackman, who has been found dead, alongside his wife and dog, at their New Mexico home The controversial Tate brothers allowed to travel from Romania to US on a private jet The Tillies request urgent recruitment of fulltime coach, after disappointment at the She Believes Cup in the US And Katy Perry set to be launched into space... for real!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Close to 15-million Australians will pay bigger premiums on their private health insurance come April.  Qatar Airways approved to take a 25 per cent stake in Virgin Australia. And Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are back in the US after a romantic getaway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six-and-a-half tonnes of a date rape drug known as BUTE has been uncovered in a storage unit in Sydney's Inner West.  Qatar airways has been given the green light to secure a 25 per cent stake in Virgin airlines. AND Tributes pour in for Gossip Girl Star Michelle Trachtenberg following her shock death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week we told you the date of the election, and this week we'll tell you who will win!  Plus! We have both the PM and the opposition leader with questions about their property portfolios, but only one is under scrutiny. Why is that?  And we couldn't go a week without talking about our friend Donal and his antics with the Russia/Ukraine war.  All that and more! LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Get a copy of @ mishazelinsky book here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Joe? You can email us at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Private Hospitals Association issues dire warning ahead of jump in health insurance premiums A manhunt underway, following the shooting death of a woman, west of Brisbane An Aussie cricketer cleared of a dodgy bowling action And the NRL buzz breaking through, in VegasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest Inflation data has potentially put a dent in another interest rate cut. The head of Australia's defence force has confirmed Chinese warships gave no notice before holding live fire drills off our coast. And Drake has pulled the pin on the remainder of his sold out Australia and New Zealand tour -- blaming a scheduling conflict!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is waiting to find out from the US President if Australia will face tariffs on some metal products... Headline inflation remains steady for the year to January. AND A co-star has revealed a young Ryan Reynolds was 'difficult' to work with! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A nurse has been charged over a video filmed at a Sydney hospital earlier this month, where she and another worker were allegedly recorded threatening harm to Israeli patients. The Federal Opposition is facing a second day of scrutiny - as Labor continue's to demand answers about Peter Dutton's share purchases. And health workers in Gaza say that at least six newborn babies have died in the past two weeks from hypothermia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Accusations fly amid revelations the opposition leader baught shares in banks day before bail out. Government officials have revealed a Virgin pilot first raised the alarm about live fire drills being conducted by Chinese warships. And Justin Bieber has opened up about fatherhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major I-V-F provider in Australia says it now believes personal information of patients may have been accessed in a cyber attack.  A member of the Bali Nine has had charges dating back 20 years dismissed in court.  AND Justin Bieber's reps have slammed public rumours on his wellbeing!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.