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Both sides of politics chat the Indigenous voice to parliament, The Defence department has revealed it has 54 contracts with P-W-C worth more than 200 million dollars, And Aussie actress Sarah Snook is forming her own line of Succession...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seniors will receive help for their energy bills from July 1st. Leaders from all sides of politics thanks WA Premier Mark McGowan for his time as Premier. Doctors won't be able to prescribe medication without speaking to a patient. Matt Shirvington to replace David Koch on Sunrise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After six years in the top job, Western Australia's Premier is calling it quits, Consulting firm P-W-C is in full damage control, as the fallout from the tax-leak scandal claims more scalps. And Hear what Matty Healy had to say about his relationship with Taylor SwiftSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CoreLogic says renters are spending more than half their pay on keeping a roof over their heads. The Federal Government wants a re-think of how Australia does aged care. Melbourne rocked by 3.8 magnitude earthquake. Man survives crocodile attack in Far North Queensland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Federal Police Arrest Man Over One Of The Country's Biggest Heroine Importations Investigation Continues Into Fatal Crash In Victoria Two Rough-Sleepers Still Unaccounted For After Sydney Building Fire New Data Shows More Aussies Entering The Property Market See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another night away from home for those evacuated by this week's Central Sydney fire A proposal by Melbourne's city council could see cars banned in large sections of the CBD Crowds gather in SYDNEY - to see the city's iconic landmarks have been illuminated for the opening night of VIVID The latest from the NRL and AFL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former And Current Sports Stars Back Announce Support For Indigenous Voice To Parliament Perth Teenager Accused Of School Shooting To Stay Behind Bars Until Early Next Week After Fronting Court Two Teenagers Turn Themselves Into Police Over Massive Building Fire In Central Sydney And Mike Cannon-Brookes Wins Control Of Major Solar Project See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has defended the Government's energy policy with prices set to incease again. National Sorry Day acknowledging Aboriginal people forcibly removed from their homes. Cost for a couple to retire comfortably increases faster than inflation. Bad news for ABBA fans. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power prices are set to increase by hundreds of extra dollars. Chaos in Sydney's CBD after a massive fire erupted in a heritage building. And Tributes flow for the Queen of rock and roll Tina Turner See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tina Turner has died at the age of 83 following a long illness. AI to be part of the school curriculum in Australia in the future. A teenager is in custody in Perth following a school shooting. Former PM Scott Morrison slams celebrities and sporting teams for throwing their support behind the Voice to Parliament yes vote. Adelaide teenager fined for wearing 6kgs of clothes to try and dodge carry on fine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has wrapped-up talks with his Indian counterpart, mainly focused on trade and a new clean energy deal. Four people accused of murdering WA teen Cassius Turvey will stand trial over his death. And Find out how Billie Eilish is doing following her shock split See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rolf Harris has died age 93 following a battle with neck cancer. A war of words erupts over aged care between the Federal Government and Opposition. Convicted murderer Chris Dawson to face fresh trial but there's concerns for the 74-year-olds health. Former British PM Boris Johnson referred to Police for his lockdown parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government says it makes no apology for trying to lift quality and safety standards in aged care facilities. Calls for QANTAS to pay back Covid tax vail out amid record profits. And Is taylor Swift ready to make new music with her new boyfriend?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police focusing on reservoir less than 50kms from where three year old Maddy McCann vanished. Concerns over voice to parliament causing more harm than good. In the US: Brian Kohberger pleads not guilty over murder of four Idaho students. Jeff Bezos walking down the aisle... again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal politicians have started debating the Voice legislation. The PM maintains his government is addressing cost of living concerns. And Beyonce has spent big at this fast food chain See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More Aussies in work but wages being eaten up by cost of living. AFP slam Russia for not helping to capture those responsible for Medibank hack. Advocates want more funding for eating disorders. Major concerns Australian sporting clubs will fold due to falling revenue and cost of living issues. Downton Abbey set to make a return after eight years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister Hosts Brief Meeting With Quad Leaders At G-7 Summit In Hiroshima Indigenous Australians Minister Makes Key Concession To Liberal Supporters Of The Voice Ahead Of Referendum Campaign Investigation Continues Into Fatal Caravan Fire And New Data Shows How Charitable Australians Have Been In Past Year See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia Joins G-7 Nations In Announcing Fresh Sanctions Against Russia Over Its Invasion Of Ukraine Teenage Boy Taken Into Custody Over Fatal Stabbing Of Another Teenager In Melbourne's West Community In Southern NSW Label Tasering of Great-Grandmother "Disgusting" And Thousands Of Salvation Army Volunteers Turn Out For Annual Red Shield AppealSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM is hopeful QUAD talks on the sidelines of the G-7 Summit will still be productive. Police have refused to say whether a veteran cop -- who tasered a 95 year old woman in Southern NSW will be charged. And Harry Styles has a new love interest See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Housing Industry's peak body says new home builds to fall to lowest levels in a decade. The father of the truck driver charged over the Melbourne West school bus crash speaks out. New Zealand Police charge a man with this weeks fatal hostel fire. The price of the Queen Elizabeth's funeral revealed. Could there be a One Direction reunion? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer has brushed off concerns about Australia's latest unemployment figures -- insisting its still remarkably low compared to the rest of the world. After nearly three years China is dropping a ban on Aussie timber. And Smiths is recalling a number of its chips - find out which ones See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Opposition holding roundtable to discuss better women's policies for next election. Truckie granted bail over horrific school bus crash in Melbourne. 200 Australian firefighters to head to Canada to help with their worst bushfire season in decades. New John Farnham documentary out today. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle involved in scary paparazzi chase through streets of New York. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne truck driver has been granted bail charged over a devastating bus crash -- which police say could have been avoided. The PM admits he's disappointed next week's QUAD meeting in Sydney has been cancelled after the U-S president pulled out. And Sad news for Falls festival fans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Government to establish defence vocational skills and training taskforce. Leaders of India, Japan and United States coming to Australia next week for the Quad meeting. Firefighters yet to complete search of New Zealand hostel following fire yesterday. Vodafone to slash global workforce by 11,000. Jetstar promising better service and to reward good travelers with cheaper deals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M has ruled-out any changes to negative gearing rules, as Labor MP'spush for a housing policy overhaul. Six people have been confirmed dead and more are unaccounted for ... after a fire ripped through a four-storey hostel in Wellington. And A key International credit ratings agency has maintained Australia's triple-a ranking. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Online safety given boost with more funds to E-safety commissioner. Billionaire James Packer give 7 million dollars to mental health research. Richmond Football Club support Voice to Parliament. Sandy Roberts reveals his cancer battle. Martha Stewart becomes oldest woman to appear as a cover girl on Sports Illustrated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents in seven communities affected by toxic firefighting chemicals could soon receive a share of up to 132-million-dollars in compensation. Mortgage holders are being told to brace for two more interest rate rises this year. And Perth ads extra Coldplay show due to high demand See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Business groups warning of major job losses if retail workers given 7 percent pay rise. Communities at risk of flooding to be given more up-to-date information. Search for missing SA surfer to resume this morning. Eurovision deal for Australia on the rocks. Prince William already planning what he'll do differently when he's crowned King of England. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sweden Crowned Eurovision Song Contest In UK City Of Liverpool Search Resumes For Surfer Feared Dead In Shark Attack Off South Australia's Coast Federal Government Condemns Neo-Nazi Protesters After Violent Clashes Outside Victorian Parliament And Thousands Run For Charity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trade Minister Don Farrell Describes Talks With Chinese Counterpart In Beijing Overnight As 'Warm' And 'Constructive' PM Challenged To Support Opposition Leader's Ban On Gambling Ads Australian Super Overcharges Customers Tens Of Millions Dollars In Fees And Twitter's New Boss Unveiled See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Sheeran ACM debut MP Moira Deeming given the boot Jarryd Hayne jail sentence See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Dutton delivers his budget reply. Trade talks kick off between Australia and China. We're being urged to thank a nurse today on International Nurses and Midwifery Day. Mother's Day scams- how to spot them. Paul Walker's daughter to make cameo appearance in Fast and Furious final chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A warm welcome for Donald Trump Freaky Friday sequel confirmed Police investigate tram death in SydneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crackdown on dodgy doctors is set to start next week. Labor accusing the opposition of hypocrisy over Australia's migration rate. Victorian serial killer Paul Denyer has bail application denied. Aussie skipper Pat Cummins opens up about loss of his Mum. Beatles crack one billion streams on Spotify for iconic song. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer maintains he's delivered a "responsible" budget which helps the vulnerable, and middle-income households. Mobile phones are continuing to spark the most gripes to the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman. And Ed Sheeran's latest album has become the fastest selling record of the year -- after just four days!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All the winners and losers of the Federal Budget hand down. Terrence Kelly- the man behind the kidnapping of Cleo Smith to appeal sentence. Credit Card debt falling but interest on the rise. Robert De Niro becomes a father for the seventh time at the age of 79. Could the NRL state their season in Vegas in 2024? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alleviating cost of living pressures form the basis of this years Federal Budget. Australia's top winter destinations named And You can live like Kendall Roy from Succession with his New York penthouse up for saleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finishing touches being put on federal budget ahead of hand down tonight. Barry Humphries to be farewelled at funeral in Sydney. Another shooting in the US leaves one person dead. First official portrait of the King following the coronation released. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has addressed caucus ahead of tomorrow's budget -- saying his government is keeping its promise, that no people will be left behind. Westpac has recorded just over 4-billion dollars in profit in the first half of the financial year. And A scaled back MTV Movie and TV awards have been held today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Countdown to tomorrow's Federal budget hand down begins. Jockey Dean Holland to be farewelled at memorial services today. The motive behind the latest mass shooting in Texas still unclear. The Coronation party continues in the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deeply religious coronation service Missing woman survives on lollies and wine Penrith on the winners list See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covid-19 No Longer Global Emergency New South Wales Government cops criticism Workers to wait for real wage growthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer says tuesday's Federal budget will show a major improvement in the nation's finances. A free-trade agreement will change the way Australia and the U-K do business when it comes into force this month. And Taylor Swift is tipped to go public with her new romance this weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three of the big four banks pass interest rate hike onto customers. Father Bob McGuire to be farewelled at a state funeral in Melbourne today. Preparations for the King's Coronation continue. Ed Sheerhan wins legal fight over copyright lawsuit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is reportedly preparing to post Australia's first budget surplus in 15 years. More than 11 billion-dollars will be set-aside in Tuesday's budget to fund a 15 per cent pay increase for aged care workers. And Indonesia is considering a tourist tax for visitors to Bali.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister tours UK submarine facility. Reserve Bank Governor confronted by small business owners angry at latest rate hike. One SA Police officer still fighting for life following stabbing north of Adelaide. MasterChef season 15 decision confirmed by Network 10. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two police officers have been stabbed and a man in his 50s shot dead in an incident in South Australia. Australian boxer Harry Garside is vowing to fight domestic violence charges, after he was arrested at Sydney airport. And Tasmania will finally have its own side in the AFL after being formally awarded the league’s 19th licence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rates on the rise again, but economists say its a knee-jerk reaction. Prime Minister meets with the King ahead of Coronation this weekend. Cigarettes to cost $50 per packet. Sir David Attenborough picked to speak to Aliens if earth is ever attacked. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank has defied expectation, by increasing the offical cash rate by a quarter of a percent. Australian smokers are set to pay more for cigarettes and other tobacco products from September. And All the talk today was of course the Met Gala with this years theme Karl Lagerfield See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes on Reserve Bank as they prepare to meet today. Tributes flow for Masterchef judge Jock Zonfrillo. AFL Commission set to meet today over 19th licence. Aussies urged to check whether they can give blood. Princess of Wales to ditch protocol at the King's Coronation this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.