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Qantas has agreed to operate a third flight out of Tel Aviv to repatriate Australians wanting to leave the war-torn region. The final opinion poll ahead of the Voice referendum appears to have sealed its fate- with a jump in the number of people planning to vote 'no'. And services have been held around the country, to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Bali Bombings. In sport, Eddie Jones' disastrous reign as Wallabies coach has reportedly come to an end. And in entertainment, Taylor Swift sends thousands of fans into a frenzy in L-A.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll from the conflict between Israel and Hamas has passed 2000 Two flights will bring stranded Aussies home Australian journalist Cheng Lei released from Chinese custody Carlos Alcaraz bundled out of the Shanghai Masters Jada Pinkett Smith claims she's been separated for seven years See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has confirmed the first repatriation flights to bring Australians home from Israel will leave on Friday. Australian woman Cheng Lei has arrived home in Melbourne after spending three years in detention in China. Unions are calling for Qantas Chairman Richard Goyder to leave the airline immediately. In sport, Nick Kyrgios expected to be fully fit for the Australian Open. And in entertainment, tributes pour in for Aussie comedian, actor and writer, Cal Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Biden and Benjamin Netanyahu have spoken amid ongoing violence Grave fears for an Aussie woman feared kidnapped by Hamas Reports of harassment at early voting centres ahead of Voice referendum Drop in complaints to telecommunications watchdog Vanessa Amarosi suing her mother over unpaid earningsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese Says He Was Horrified To See Footage From Opera House Protest. UNICEF Warns Humanitarian Crisis In Gaza Is Worsening. More Than Three Million Aussies Have Already Voted In Voice Referendum. AND .. Britney Spears Keen For Collab With Beyonce And Jay-ZSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It follows Hamas attacks that have left hundreds of people dead Australian landmarks lit up in blue and white in solidarity with Israel Commonwealth Bank to slash jobs amid automation It's World Mental Health Day NZ beat The Netherlands in ODI World Cup Netflix drops trailer for final season of The Crown See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are calls for Australia to be ready to provide munitions to Israel -- after the Jewish state declared war on Palestinian militants. Two new opinion polls show confusion over the Voice is keeping the No vote well in front, ahead of next Saturday's referendum. And Taylor Swift is breaking even more recordsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel preparing to fight back following attack by HAMAS over weekend. Services Australia staff set to walk off the job today. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allen won't appear at parliamentary inquiry into Commonwealth Games fiasco. Aussies urged to complete tax returns by October 31 if they're not using a registered tax agent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fatal shooting in Melbourne's north NRL legend on life support Formula One victory for AussieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coles and Woolworths workers in historic strike Mother sentenced to manslaughter Taylor Swift's new beau speaks outSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister says Australia will wake-up feeling better about itself on October 15. A New Zealand airport was finally given the all clear after reports of a possible explosive device. And Jason Derulo could be called back to the U-S to face sexual threat allegations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Lydia Thorpe says the PM and police failed to protect her Flood emergency continuing across Victoria's east Man detained for planning to kill Queen with crossbow Victorian woman scoops $60m Powerball jackpot Taylor Swift urged to stay away from future NFL games See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe says she won't back down from her activism .... despite violent threats against her. Some good news for Aussies struggling with sky high power bills! And More issues for Britney Spears family See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several homes lost on NSW South Coast Flood emergency unfolding in Gippsland region UK to ban cigarette for young people Morocco, Spain & Portugal to host 2030 Fifa World Cup Health scare for Kevin Spacey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new body will be set-up within the Home Affairs department, to crack down on people exploiting the migration system. The Rural Fire Service has confirmed at least three properties have been lost on the New South Wales south coast in a bushfire. And Beyonce fans have already snapped up tickets to her concert film ahead of its release See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fires across NSW and Victoria have been downgraded One of Australia's worst pedophiles has been named Donald Trump back in NY court for fraud trial Aussie men win Cricket World Cup warm up against Pakistan Michael Jordan's wealth grows to $3bnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank's decision to leave Interest Rates on hold has been welcomed by the Treasurer. Campaigning is ramping up with less than Two Weeks to go until the Voice Referendum. And Selena Gomez gives surprise performance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent inflation has increased the chances of a rate hike Bushfire burning out of control in Victoria's Gippsland region Donald Trump fronts court in NY for civil fraud case Endangered Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia Jodie Turner-Smith files for divorce from Joshua Jackson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woman attacked by shark at popular swimming spot House prices continue to climb Taylor Swift's date in New JerseySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penrith beating the Broncos 26-24 to take out the title Increase in property prices adds to inflation woes ahead of RBA rate decision More than a dozen killed in a nightclub fire in Spain Australian parents are among the most risk-averse in the world Knights claim back to back NRL-W premierships Kim K and Tom Brady flirt at charity auction See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrations are continuing at Collingwood after their win over Brisbane Government workers set to walk off the job See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police issue warning to footy fans to celebrate grand final weekend sensibly Suspect arrested over cold case murder of Tupac New York suffers flash floodingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A final report by the the Disability royal commission is calling for urgent action against abuse and exploitation. Experts are warning of a gap in our defence capabilities after the permanent grounding of Australia's M-R-H 90 Taipan fleet. And Are the Spice Girls reuniting?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Joyce has been told if he doesn't front the aviation inquiry when he returns from Europe, he could face jail time. The PM hooks up with the Hoodoo Gurus in Sydney to urge concert goers to vote yes next month. Grand Final Eve in Melbourne, with the parade to take place today. Sir Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore has died aged 82,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of soldiers will be moved to Townsville, Darwin and Brisbane as part of a major defence restructure. New data shows consumers have pulled-back on spending over the past month. And Taylor Swift as helped her friend Sophie Turner out with new digsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Jacinta Allen starts day one of her new role, the Premier of Victoria. **High petrol prices have pushed inflation up in the year to August, but there's no concerns we'll see rate rises as a result. **Biggest military overhaul for Australia to be announced today. **Travis Kelce opens up about his relationship with Taylor Swift for the first time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria officially has a 49th Premier - with Jacinta Allan sworn in as Daniel Andrews' successor. Economists believe the Reserve Bank will keep interest rates on hold despite a spike in consumer prices. And Britney Spears injured in knife dancing video See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nine years Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews will spend his final day in the top job today. Senate inquiry into Australia's aviation sector begins today. Major change coming to Australia's coins. The PM designs the NRL premiership ring with some Aussie inspiration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews is calling it quits after nearly ten years in the top job. One of the big four banks has been ordered to pay a 15-million-dollar fine. And has Kourtney Kardashians baby name been revealed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Lions players Lachie Neale wins Brownlow medal for second time. **Federal Opposition say they'll support some aspects of Employment white paper. **UK Police investigating more sexual assault claims against comedian Russell Brand. **Italian actress Sophia Loren rushed to hospital after a fall at her home in Switzerland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boss of the Home Affairs Department Mike Pezzullo has stood-aside .... pending an investigation into his conduct. Pensioners and Jobseekers will be able to work for longer while retaining their welfare payments -- under a series of reforms. And Taylor Swift is spotted out and about with her new man See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians being reassured authorities are much better prepared for this years bushfire season. Latest polling shows Voice support is falling but PM Anthony Albanese confirms both sides of politics would be involved in set up of advisory body. NASA makes historic announcement as samples from an asteroid make their way to earth. Usher unveiled as the 2024 Superbowl halftime entertainment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new survey suggest The Voice is headed for defeat Federal Police launch new campaign targeting scammers Pay disputes put chicken supply under threatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health experts are urging the government to include school closures in the inquiry into the Covid response Energy Australia accused of misleading customers Starbucks staff back paid more than four million dollarsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Qantas C-E-O has issued a public apology to customers. The government says the budget surplus will help build the country's financial foundation. And A war of words has errupted between Joe Jonas and ex Sophie Turner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 17 million Australians are now enrolled to vote in next month's voice referendum. One of Australia's top doctors says it's ridiculous state and territory leaders won't be examined at inquiry into Australia's pandemic response. Media mogul Rupert Murdoch to step down from News Corp and Fox after seven decades in media. Aussie popstar Delta Goodrem announces she's engaged to long term partner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A health expert, public servant and economist will lead a three-person inquiry into Australia's handling of Covid-19. The ANU has distanced itself from a spitting professor. And The Aria awards nominations have been revealedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A unions-led inquiry into skyrocketing grocery prices, high energy bills and soaring airfares begins today. The PM is set to announce a special commission of Inquiry into Australia's covid response today. More than 190,000 Australians caught up in Pizza Hut cyber hack. Wanderlust Festival drops Russell Brand as its main act following sexual assault allegations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign workers earning more-than 120-thousand-dollars a year could soon have their visa fast-tracked as part of reforms to the migration system. An armed gunman who'd been at the centre of a three day man-hunt has been shot dead by Victorian police. And Ex Qantas boss Alan Joyce earned how much?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A total fire ban has been declared across Greater Sydney and the Greater Hunter regions Olympian Cathy Freeman backs Yes vote Manhunt continues across two states for gunman with alleged bikie links YouTube demonetises Russell Brand on its platform Olivia Rodrigo cancels Aussie tour See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weather Bureau has formally declared the arrival of an El Niño event. The PM is urging "yes" and "no" supporters to show respect, as campaigning on the Voice heats up. And Olivia Rodrigo cancels trip to SydneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce invited to Senate inquiry into Australia's aviation industry. Jacinta Price leads one of the biggest no rallies the no campaign has held to date in Adelaide overnight. Two women remain in hospital following stabbing at Australia's National University in Canberra yesterday. Christmas sales to be bigger and start earlier this festive season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Minsiter Chris Bowen says the Liberals need to "put up or shut up" over their nuclear energy plans. Dating apps could face tougher regulations if they don't act to reduce the prevalence of sexual assault, harassment and abuse on their platforms. And This Hollywood star has lashed out at Drake See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of people have rallied across the country in support of the Yes campaign. Micelle Bullock takes over as the RBA Governor from today. A senate inquiry will begin this week into Qatar airways being blocked from adding extra flights in Australia. Actor and comedian Russell Brand denies sexual assault allegations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listeria outbreaks have been identified across three states Russell Brand denies claims of rape and sexual assault Yes supporters ramp up their campaignSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have announced the end of their marriage Former indigenous AFL players launch class action against the league Tik tok faces hefty fine over privacy breaches See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More jail time for Chris Dawson Victoria's thunderstorm asthma warning NSW Police investigate taser death See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Biden accused of lying about his drug addiction on gun paperwork WHO says true toll of Libya flooding crisis isn't yet known Luxury cruise ship freed in Greenland NASA released report into UFO sightings Knights wrap up minor premiership in NRL-WSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the lead opponents of the Voice has hit out at the proposed body. Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady over the past month. And Margot Robbie joins the picket line See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A High Court ruling found the sacking of 1700 workers was illegal A second man has been shot in Sydney, the second in two days Luxury cruise ship has run aground in Greenland US prison escapee recaptured Valentine Holmes handed breach notice over white powder photo NSYNC denies plans for an album See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.