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Bruce Lehrmann has been named as the "high profile" man charged with raping a woman in Toowoomba. 22 people are dead in U-S mass shooting And Justin Timberlake isn't too happy about the Britney book See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technology, defence and regional security on top of the agenda for the leaders Federal police have dismantled an Australia-wide money laundering syndicate Lonely Planet names Kangaroo Island one of the world's top destinations Australian men take a win over the Netherlands in ODI World Cup New wax figure of The Rock unveiled in Paris after alterationsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer says the latest inflation data shows the Federal Government's cost-of-living measures are working. Bushfires ravaging Queensland have turned deadly with a body found. And britney Spears breaks records with her tell all released See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel has increased its aerial bombardment of Gaza ahead of a ground offensive PM announces plan to streamline defence information sharing with US RBA governor says central bank won't hesitate to lift rates if needed Today marks 100 years since Vegemite first hit the shelves Britney Spears speaks of disastrous VMAs performance for the first time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More young people will be up-skilled into tech jobs after Microsoft signed a five billion dollar deal with Australia. Internet bills are set to rise for millions of Aussies in another cost-of-living blow. And Pink details how she almost dies of a drug overdose See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM joining the tech giant for the announcement in Washington Israel gearing up for Gaza ground offensive Virgin Australia crew threatening industrial action Afghanistan takes win over Pakistan at cricket World Cup Paris Hilton slams trolls who poked fun at the size of her baby's head See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M has landed in the U-S, as he prepares for four days of high-level talks in Washington. Five-and-a-half million dollars in HECS debt is being wiped from some students' records. And You can score a copy of Britney Spears new tell all See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are 71 Australians trapped in Gaza at the moment A full year of paid parental leave could soon be a reality YES supporters release statement after week of silence Medibank trials four day work week Tom Hanks and Ed Sheeran spotted rocking out at U2's Vegas concert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earthquake in Victoria Sydney man in court over social media comments Meryl Streep separationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese government confirms no change to controversial Chinese lease of Darwin Port Adele gives up alcohol Australia's Cricket World Cup campaign back on trackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M says he has no plan to travel to the Middle East despite other leaders heading there. China will be allowed to keep operating the port of darwin, after a review found the country's 99-year lease does not pose a security risk. And More show cancellations for Pink due to illness See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

British PM has visited Israel in a show of support WHO says aid waiting at Rafah crossing Opposition accused of politicising child abuse Opera House turns fifty NZ take third game in Constellation Cup Britney Spears won't do sit down interviews for upcoming memoir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

the Treasurer is welcoming the latest unemployment figures -- but admits the jobless rate will rise as Australia feels the effects of conflict in the Middle East. Australians are now being advised not to travel to Lebanon, due to the volatile security situation caused by the Israel-Hamas conflict. And Exciting news for Taylor Swift fansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US President has also blamed Palestinian militants for a Gaza hospital blast PM confirms funding to secure places of worship across Australia Sara Lee goes into administration Radioactive equipment missing in SA AFL trade period wraps up Britney Spears claims Justin Timberlake cheated See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M says an explosion at a hospital in Gaza which killed hundreds of people is "deeply distressing." Victoria’s controversial electric vehicle tax has been abolished by the High Court! And Britney Spears tell all already top of the charts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over 200 Australians were onboard the flight that touched down in Sydney Joe Biden will visit Israel to talk with the region's leaders RBA almost lifted rates this month India's Supreme Court declines to legalise same-sex marriage Socceroos take on New Zealand in friendly Britney Spears claims she fell pregnant with Justin Timberlake's child See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U-S President will visit the war-torn Middle East -- to reaffirm his country's solidarity with Israel. The Reserve Bank is still worried about inflation ... and is not ruling-out a 13th interest rate hike. And Could new music for Ariana Grande be on the way?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Egypt refusing to open the Rafah crossing to allow Palestinians to flee Gold Coast Mayor feeling optimistic about pitch to host Comm Games Spike in Aussies being treated for ADHD Aussies take win over Sri Lanka at ODI World Cup Cardi B joins Kim Kardashian's latest Skims campaignSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese Fronts First Question Time Since The Voice Referendum Failed. Temporary Ceasefire In Place In Southern Gaza. Uber Warns Of Massive Price Hikes If Federal Bill Passes Parliament. And Defamation Win For Former Special Forces CommandoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Palestinians in Gaza's north told to evacuate south Australians in the region told to leave Advocates for and against the Voice say cooperation needed to close the gap Aust gov fines X for failing to disclose efforts to fight child exploitation Diamonds beat Silver Ferns in Constellation CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians have overwhelmingly voted NO in the referendum on enshrining a Voice To Parliament in the Constitution. Not one state secured the majority yes vote needed. There's been an outpouring of emotion on social media with yes campaigners claiming reconciliation is dead while the no side says it's real action that's needed, not symbolism. Qantas flights scheduled to repatriate Australians from Israel have been cancelled with the Federal Government claiming the situation on the ground is too dangerous. and the IOC has released a new climate change report, warning the Winter Olympics is under threat due to a global reduction in snow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's decision day for the Voice To Parliament with Australian voting in the first referendum since the 1990's. After a long and noisy campaign pollsters claim the 'YES' vote is doomed to failure A Qantas aircraft is safely on its way to London with 220 expat Australians evacuated from Israel. Meantime overnight Israeli warplanes have carried out raids on Gaza Results of a 2021 review into Swimming Australia have been leaked claiming a toxic culture of mental abuse including fat shaming And the Hollywood actors strike doesn't look like being over soon with studios walking away from negotiations over residual paymentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than One Million Gaza Residents Warned To Evacuate To The South within 24hrs. 220 Australians To Begin Their Journey Out Of The War-Torn Region. P-M's Final Pitch Ahead Of Voice Referendum. And The Bill For Cancelling Commonwealth Games Expected To GrowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The vote needs a double majority to pass US backs Israel as Middle East conflict intensifies UN warning humanitarian crisis in Gaza critical New Zealand voters head to the polls South Korea names its panda twins Australian men lose to Proteas at ODI World Cup Taylor Swift's Eras Tour movie opens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.