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Tennis Australia Bans Flags From Russia And Belarus Tributes For Liberal Senator Jim Molan Who Has Died After Long Battle With Cancer Candle-Lit Vigil Held In Kathmandu After Plane Crash Killed 72 And Aussie Wages Increasing At Their Fastest Rate In Almost 10 YearsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major rainfalls being experienced on Queensland's Central Coast The investigation into the Nepal crash which killed all onboard, continues A new crowd record for the Australian Tennis Open post-Covid Margot Robbie shines on the red carpet in SydneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Man On Board Yeti Airlines Plane Which Crashed On Approach To Airport. Moving Funeral For Mother Killed In Sea World Helicopter Crash. Treasurer Optimistic About Australian Economy. And Nick Kyrgios Sensationally Pulls Out Of Australian Open With Knee Injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least 68 people have been killed in the crash Several law firms merging a class action lawsuit over Medibank hack One in ten will suffer with long COVID Cause of Lisa Marie Presley's death still unclear Australian Open begins in Melbourne Royals could attempt reconciliation with Prince Harry ahead of Coronation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heavy rain in North Queensland has seen dozens of roads closed from flooding and livestock moved to higher ground An out of control bushfire is threatening lives and homes in W-A's south west Cardinal George Pell has been farewelled at the Vatican Australia's best hope at the Australian Open women's pulls out due to injurySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A supportive crowd has watched Novak Djokovic play his first game in Melbourne since he was booted out of the country almost a year ago George Pell to be farewelled in a funeral in the Vatican City Japan's plans to release radioactive water from the Fukushima power plant into the sea Lisa Marie Presley to be laid to rest at GracelandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The music and entertainment worlds are mourning the sudden death of Lisa Marie Presley, who died this morning after suffering a cardiac arrest. More than half-a-million people could be waiting for elective surgery by the middle of this year. New figures show our economy has taken a massive hit from the year of wet weather. In sport, David Warner returns to the BBL tonight for the first time in nine years. And in entertainment, Miley Cyrus debuts her brand new song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ash Jenkinson was one of four people killed in the tragedy PM to sign new security pact with PNG by June NSW Deputy Premier throws his support behind Premier over Nazi costume admission Telsa model 3 overtakes Toyota Camry as Australia's highest selling sedan Thanasi Kokkinakis into semis at the Adelaide International 2 Harry Styles files lawsuit over fake merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There was no pen to paper today, but Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says progress has been made on a new security deal with Papua New Guinea. New South Wales Premier Dominic Perrottet says he is truly sorry for the pain he has caused, after admitting he wore a Nazi uniform to his 21st party. Australia's newest low cost airline will soon hit the skies. In sport, Australia has withdrawn from the one-day series against Afghanistan in the United Arab Emirates in March. And in entertainment, Travis Scott has been spotted in Miami following his recent split from on again off again girlfriend Kylie Jenner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese will also address PNG parliament Pope Francis pays tribute to Cardinal George Pell Computer glitch grounds all US domestic flights Thanasi Kokkinakis through to quarters at Adelaide International 2 Naomi Osaka confirms she's expecting a baby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A service will be held at the Vatican in coming days to farewell Cardinal George Pell, who has died from surgery complications at the age of 81. Inflation has hit a 30-year high thanks to the rising cost of housing, groceries and petrol. The floods that ravaged Australia's east coast in February last year were the fourth most costly global disaster of 2022. In sport, selectors have decided on a strong spin bowling lineup for Australia's upcoming test series against India. And in entertainment, Cate Blanchett is the only Australian to take home a Golden Globe at this years awards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 30 per cent cut is part of an overhaul of Canberra's revised climate policy Authorities working overtime to assess flood damage in WA Prince Harry's memoir Spare released John Millman through to second round of Adelaide International 2 Ben Affleck spotted filming possible Superbowl commercial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China's ambassador to Australia says he doesn't want the differences between the two countries to hijack the overall relationship, as he addressed the media in Canberra. There are calls for Australia to boost its domestic medicine manufacturing and storage capabilities, with hundreds of medications in short supply across the country. Prince Harry's popularity in the UK has dropped to a new low. In sport, Football Australia imposes record financial and sporting sanctions on Melbourne Victory. And in entertainment, Paris Hilton accused of photo-shopping Britney Spears into a collection of photos.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese promises emergency funding for those affected An earthquake hits off coast of Indonesia Demonstrators arrested in Brazil after Congress stormed Coles extends its price-freeze program Thanasi Kokkinakis survives first round scare at Adelaide International 2 Dr Dre slams controversial Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene over the use of his song See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There'll be some major changes to Australia's carbon credit scheme after a review found there is room for improvement in the program. The Prime Minister has announced emergency funding support for flood-affected communities in northern WA. New data has revealed more women are being diagnosed with lung cancer in Australia, and many of them are non-smokers. In sport, Novak Djokovic has arrived in Melbourne ahead of his return to the Australian Open. And in entertainment, Prince Harry says he is still a strong believer in the Monarchy and would like to reconcile with his father and brother.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two New Zealand couples say they're eternally grateful to have been spared Woman facing upgraded charges over crash on NSW Central Coast Tsunami warning for Vanuatu withdrawn after earthquake Moscow claims it's killed 600 Ukrainian troops Novak Djokovic takes out Adelaide International Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban catch Elton John's show in Newcastle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Major Drop Of Supplies Land In Fitzroy Crossing Professional Drag Racer Sam Fenech Killed While Competing Search Resumes For Missing Swimmer On Victoria's Mornington Peninsula Australia In Control Heading Into Day Five Of New Year's Test Against South Africa See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sydney Churchgoers Pray For 10 year old Boy's Recovery After Fatal Helicopter Crash On The Gold Coast Woman To Face Court Today Over Deadly Shed Fire Near Brisbane The Taliban Accuses Prince Harry Of War Crimes Australia Weighing Up Declaration After Rain Washes Out Day Three Of Test Cricket See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bail granted to woman brought back from Syria Farmers count the cost of the WA floods The vote for Speaker becoming a farce in the US Australian Open organisers admit a two-time champ is MIA Some big names in Sydney filming their latest flick See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pope Benedict the 16th honoured in a funeral at the Vatican, presided over by his successor, Pope Francis. Western Australia facing 'worst ever' floods in the state's history. In the BBL - the Adelaide Strikers claim victory over the Hobart Hurricanes with a 7 wicket win. And Prince Harry calls his brother William his 'arch nemesis' in an interview promoting his memoir 'Spare'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Frenchwoman fighting for life after an incident on the Sunshine Coast Victoria police resist double demerits despite deadly start to 2023 Aussie Alexei Popyrin advances in the tennis in Adelaide Snoop Dogg credits a 6 time Grammy winner with making him a better manSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New requirements for travellers arriving from China come into effect today. Melbourne set to overtake Sydney as the biggest city within the decade. Nick Kyrgios will miss the Adelaide International next week due to an ankle injury. And Paramount Pictures is being sued for child abuse over a teenage nude scene in the 1968 film Romeo and Juliet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 64-year-old woman found dead in a laneway, on the NSW North Coast Communities in the Kimberley facing isolation due to record flooding Qantas back on top of the world rankings Payne Haas granted leave from Broncos, following mum's manslaughter charges The latest on Jeremy Renner, following a snow plough incident See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beijing slams Australia's move to introduce mandatory covid-19 testing for travelers as 'discriminatory'. Queensland Police Commissioner says criminal charges for Monday's deadly chopper crash on the Gold Coast aren't out of the question. In the Big Bash, the Melbourne Renegades have defeated the Melbourne Stars by 33 runs at the MCG. And Iggy Pop claims he turned down the chance to be a member of AC/DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigations continue into the devastating chopper crash near Sea World A tennis legend diagnosed with two types of cancer Mourners attend proceedings for Pope Benedict The 16th and soccer star, Pele Cricket Australia shown the money in the latest broadcast deal And actor Jeremy Renner fighting for his life in hospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investigations continue into a mid-air heli collision on the Gold Coast that's left four people dead and three critically injured. Ukraine claims a strike on the Russian held-Donsetsk province has left hundreds of recruits dead. In the BBL the Hobart Hurricanes have defeated the Adelaide Strikers by 7 wickets. And Prince Harry says he wants his father and brother back in a UK TV interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia changes its Covid requirements for China Russia intensifies its offensive on Ukraine Aussie and South African cricketers talk cricket with the PM and The death of one of The Pointer SistersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Catholic Church is mourning the death of Pope Benedict 16th at age 95. Huge crowds turned out across the country to see in the New Year. Former NRL coach Daniel Anderson injured in a freak surfing accident. Karang Khoul farewells the Central Coast mariners to play for Newcastle in the UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mother of NRL star Payne Hass involved in a fatal crash on the Gold Coast. A big police presence for tonight's New Year's Eve celebrations. The world is getting a look at the tax returns of Donald Trump. Jason Kubler a star for Australia at the tennis United CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He passed away in Sao Paulo following a battle with colon cancer Complaints hotline to be rolled out to crackdown on bullying in sport Russia fires more than 100 missiles in overnight blitz on Ukraine Michelle Obama admits she hasn't always liked Barack Alex De Minaur has lost his opening match at United Cup Nick Cannon welcomes 12th child See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sage O'Donnell remembered for his humour kind heart and laughter Scott Morrison caught up in a Twitter cyber breach Pope Francis asks faithful to pray for Pope Benedict the 16th as his health worsens Powerball jackpots to $100m Alex Carey nabs his maiden Test century in Boxing Day Test against South Africa Drake lyrics up for sale See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The supermaxi finishing ahead of Law Connect Novak Djokovic is back in the country ahead of the Australian Open Three children found alive following crash that killed their parents in WA Dave Warner knocks double century in Boxing Day Test Avatar: The Way Of Water smashes box office records See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Global Analysis Finds Property And Rental Markets Are Misaligned In Developed World Investigation Underway Into Fatal Light Plane Crash, South-West Of Sydney US Death Toll From Severe Winter Storm Climbs Australia In Control Heading Into Day Two Of Boxing Day Test against South AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Working Holiday Visas Rushed Through To Ease Skills Shortage Fatal Plane Crash In The Northern Territory Arctic Blast In The US Claims More Lives Scott Boland Named In Boxing Day Test Against South Africa At The MCG See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Riot Police Clash With Protesters After Deadly Shooting At Capital's Kurdish Cultural Centre Collapsed Soft Plastics Recycling Program Charged By Victoria's Environmental Watchdog Qantas Passengers stranded in Azerbaijan On Christmas Eve After Plane Makes Emergency Landing Scott Boland's Boxing Day Test Spot Hangs In The Balance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

QF1 From Singapore To London Forced To Make Unscheduled Landing Aussie Shoppers Scramble For Last Minute Gifts Plea From P-M About Driving Safely This Christmas And Football Australia's Sanctions Over Violent Melbourne Pitch InvasionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Dare was shot dead along with two police constables eSafety Commissioner calls for increased safety for dating apps Labor's gas price cap comes into effect NT and WA battered by Cyclone Ellie Sixers notch up first win in men's Big Bash Kardashians spread Christmas cheer for dozens of underprivileged families See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Zelensky On First visit Outside Ukraine Since It Was Invaded Many Aussies Ditching Overseas Travel Plans To Holiday At Home More Spectators Banned For Up To 20yrs Over Violent A-League Pitch Invasion And Sacked Twitter Employees Take Legal Action Against Social Media GiantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penny Wong discussed trade blockages and human rights issues Ukrainian President arrives in US Almost three-quarters of all Aussies to holiday at home this summer Melbourne Renegades beat Brisbane Heat in Big Bash Britney Spears assures fans she's okaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands Pack Brisbane Entertainment Centre To Farewell Murdered Constables Accused Killer To Spend Xmas Behind Bars Over Death Of Sydney Teacher Ukraine President to Visit US Elon Musk To Quit As Twitter CEOSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Constables Rachael McCrow and Matthew Arnold killed in an ambush on the Western Downs Foreign Minister has touched down in China Football Australia slaps two pitch invaders with lifetime bans Aussie women win fifth T20 over India Robbie Williams' hot pink suit worn at the AFL grand final will be auctioned for charity See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Rudd To Head To Washington Next Year For Plum Role Penny Wong To Hold Crucial Talks With Chinese Counterpart Tomorrow Four More Spectators Identified From Violent A-League Pitch Invasion And Argentina's Victorious World Cup Team Arrives Home To Heroes Welcome.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Foreign Minister is meeting at Beijing's request Three men have been charged over that A-league pitch invasion Incorrect supermarket scales and petrol pumps costing us millions Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs donors Amber Heard has settled defamation case with Johnny Depp See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THREE Fans Charged After Up To 150 People Stormed AAMI Park Foreign Minister Penny Wong to Meet With Her Chinese Counterpart In Beijing As Many As 8-Thousand People Expected at Funeral For 2 Slain QLD Police Officers And Retailer David Jones Back In Local HandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The match went to a penalty shootout after the scores were locked 3-all after extra time Investigations continue following violent A-league pitch invasion Child attacked by dingo on Fraser Island Aussies win first Test against South Africa at the Gabba within two days Jamie Spears insists conservatorship saved Britney's life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Around 200 Australian tourists and volunteers are stranded in Peru, after demonstrators destroyed the railway and roads in and out of Machu Picchu. Wild scenes in Melbourne overnight as spectators stormed the field at an A-League match. Croatia has finished third at the FIFA World Cup, defeating Morocco 2 - 1. Sharon Osbourne has been rushed to hospital after emergency services were called to a Californian TV set where she was filming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A candlelit vigil has been held for Queensland's deadly shooting victims, with surviving officer Constable Keely Brough in attendance. Dozens of people are now ill from a batch of contaminated spinach sold at Costco Supermarkets, with Woolworths also recalling two items due to possible contamination. Aussie Lani Pallister has become the first woman to win three individual freestyle medals at the short course swimming championships. Angelina Jolie is stepping back from her role with the United Nations, so she can 'engage on a broader set of humanitarian and human rights issues'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councils Allowed To Hold Citizenship Ceremonies Outside Of Jan 26. Queensland Cop Killers' Murder Confession Video Leaked Nationwide Potato Shortage Sparks Coles Purchase Limits Elon Musk Suspends High Profile Journalists for "doxxing" himSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Constables Rachael McCrow and Matthew Arnold were killed in an ambush along with neighbour Alan Dare Labor's energy package has passed through parliament Fresh details about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's exit from the Royal family have come to light More Gold for Australia at the world short course championships James Cameron is in hot water with animal activists See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM and Opposition leader have lead tributes to the 3 victims of the ambush in Queensland The Senate expected to pass the Government's legislation to lower energy prices Evacuations underway in South Australian Murray river flood-zones A blow for Manly with one of it's playmakers to miss most of pre-season trainingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.