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Labor's Power Plan To Pass Parliament With Crossbench Support
The plan will see coal and gas prices capped for 12 months Father of two men involved in shooting rampage west of Brisbane has spoken publicly Tech companies accused of not doing enough to combat child abuse NASA to survey Earth's oceans, lakes and rivers from space Taylor Swift teases new music as she celebrates her birthday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greens And Independents Agree To Help Power Price Bill Pass
Federal Government Strikes Deal With Greens And Independents. Scott Morrison Defends Robodebt Scheme At Royal Commission. Body Of Woman Found After She Fell From Cruise Ship. New Zealand Passes Tough Tobacco Laws For Future Generations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Search For Motive Following Fatal Ambush On Western Downs
Detectives will look at the shooters' online activity Bali bombmaker Umar Patek has apologised to Australians Brittany Higgins has reached confidential settlement with Commonwealth Breakthrough in melanoma treatment Sydney Thunder take a win over Melbourne Stars to open men's Big Bash season BTS star Jin has officially enlisted in military service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High Level Tributes For Two Police Officers Murdered In Queensland
PM Says All Australians Will Be Shocked And Saddened By Deadly QLD Shootout. Greens Still Deciding Whether They'll Support Labor's Energy Plan. Another Home Builder Collapses. Former Crypto Boss Dramatically Arrested In BahamasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Police Officers Among Six Dead Following Siege West Of Brisbane
Qld Police Commissioner says the force is in mourning Health department forced to clarify COVID PCR plan for 2023 Christmas staples increase by 11 per cent NASA planted some easter eggs on its Orion capsule Trailer for second installment of Prince Harry and Meghan's Netflix doco drops See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Free PCR Tests To Require Referral From Next Month
Big Changes To The Way We Deal With Covid In 2023 Australia Faces A Pharmeceutical Crisis High School Student Climbs Into Panda Exhibit At Adelaide Zoo Makers Of Fortnite Sued By Parents In Canada Over Addicted KidsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor's Power Plan Facing Opposition In The Senate
The Greens and David Pocock won't back it unless there's more action on climate change Lockerbie bombing suspect in US custody NASA's Orion capsule has splashed back to Earth Aussie's take Test series against West Indies Cher mourning the loss of her mother See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brother Of US Journalist Grant Wahl Suspects Foul Play In Qatar
The brother of US journalist Grant Wahl who died while reporting on the World Cup in Qatar suspects foul play. Thousands of NSW students were ale to access their HSC marks early after a major IT bungle. Morocco becomes the first African team to make it to a World Cup semi final after defeating Portugal. Elton John is the latest star to ditch Twitter following Elon Musk's takeover.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition Argues Increasing Gas Supply Is Answer To Energy Crisis
Federal Opposition leader Peter Dutton says increasing gas supply, not price caps, is the best way to reduce the cost of power: Australia is looking to tighten its defence agreement with Japan, after Defence Minister Richard Marles and Foreign Minister Penny Wong met with their Japanese counterparts in Tokyo. In sport, the Australian women's cricket side has had a win in first match of the T-20 series against India, winning by 9 wickets with 11 balls left. And in entertainment, Jackass star Bam Magera is reportedly fighting for life on a ventilator after getting Covid.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Cabinet Approves Caps On Coal And Gas
National Cabinet has agreed to put caps on coal and gas prices for 12 months to drive down energy prices across the country. Four people have been charged over what's being described as a 'sophisticated global scam' targeting investment platforms. New research has found as many as 1.7M Australians are worried their kids will miss out on food over Christmas. In sport, Ash Barty has received Australian sport's highest honour - The Don Award. And in entertainment, actress Octavia Spencer was overcome with emotion as she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power Crisis To Dominate National Cabinet
The meeting will be held online after the PM contracted Covid First installment of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's doco drops on Netflix US basketball star Brittney Griner released in prisoner swap Aussies sitting on 3 for 330 heading into day two of second Test against Windies Celine Dion cancels 2023 tour dates after diagnosis of rare neurological disorder See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

States Close In On Deal To Cap Coal Prices
The federal government and the states are reportedly close to reaching a deal to cap coal prices to help ease electricity prices A national EPA to be established Victoria finally has a new opposition leader An explosive claim from David Warner's manager regarding sandpaper gate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bali Bomber Umar Patek Released From Prison
Authorities in Indonesia insist he has been de-radicalised Energy ministers to meet ahead of National Cabinet Police in Germany foil plot to overthrow government Ukrainian president named Time magazine's Person of the Year Steve Smith to lead the Aussies in second Test against Windies Chris Hemsworth honoured at AACTA awards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Details Leak About Labor's Plan To Bring Down Power Prices
States Will Be Asked To Agree To Cap On Coal And Gas Prices. Cost Of Living Pressures Starting To Affect Spending In Latest Economic Data. Urgent Health Warning For Schoolies In Queensland And Australian Family Caught Up In Plane Crash Tragedy In Florida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northern Parts Of Australia Smashed By Heatwave
Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory the worst affected Big Four banks pass on RBA'S latest rate hike in full Bali bans sex outside of marriage, sparking tourist panic Man arrested accused of throwing an egg at King Charles Morocco through to the quarter finals of the FIFA World Cup Kanye West invited to son's birthday despite recent controversy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interest Rates Rise For Eighth Consecutive Month
Official Cash Rate Lifted By 25 Basis Points As RBA Flags More Hikes Next Year. Domestic Airfares Soar Above Pre-Pandemic Levels. National Cabinet To Go Ahead On Friday. Tributes For Hollywood Actress Kirstie Alley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Cabinet Postponed As PM Tests Positive For Covid
Anthony Albanese says he's isolating at home RBA tipped to lift rates for an eighth consecutive month Ukraine hit with a fresh round of Russian missile strikes Croatia through to the quarter finals at the FIFA World Cup Extended trailer for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's doco drops See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

P-M Tests Positive To Covid Again
Anthony Albanese Isolating At Home After Testing Positive To Covid. Reserve Bank Tipped To Raise Interest Rates Again. MyGov App Gets An Upgrade. Nearly Half A Million Aussie Kids May Be Online GamblingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Study finds Medicare In Need Of Urgent Overhaul
Study finds Scott Morrison the most unpopular leader to take a major party to the polls in decades Medicare in need of urgent overhaul Accused terrorist Neil Prakash moved to Victoria Donald Trump calling for an end to the US Constitution Shane Warne to be elevated to Legend status in Hall of Fame J-Lo and Ben Affleck spotted buying a Christmas tree See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia lights up for FIFA World Cup
Australia lights up for FIFA World Cup Energex worker mauled to death in Brisbane's south-west Adam Scott secures the Australian Open lead Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate activist who blocked Sydney Harbour Bridge sentenced
Climate activist who blocked Sydney Harbour Bridge sentenced Finland's PM meets with Albanese in Sydney Ash Barty and Nick Kyrgios among nominations for Tennis Australia's Newcombe Medal Britney Spears musical coming to BROADWAYSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Dawson To See Out His Life In Jail
It's likely Chris Dawson will see out his days in jail - after the 74 year old was sentenced to a minimum 18 years for the murder of his wife Lynette The Brittany Higgins rape trial against Bruce Lehrmann dropped Australia continue to dominate the Perth Test The Indiana Jones 5 trailer dropsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convicted Murderer Chris Dawson To Be Sentenced
The 74-year-old was found guilty of murdering his wife Lynette, back in August Labor's IR laws pass through Senate Security beefed up in Spain following a number of letter bombs British charity worker speaks about racist incident at Buckingham Palace Belgium knocked out of FIFA World Cup Will Smith back on the red carpet, after Oscars slapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Annual Climate Statement Delivered In Federal Parliament
The first annual climate statement has been delivered in Federal Parliament The national privacy regulation formally opens an investigation into the Medibank data breach Australia cruising on the second day of the Perth test against the West Indies Australia's capital cities gear up to accommodate soccer fans at live sites for the Socceroo's clash with ArgentinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International Travel Still Playing Catch Up
Federal Police concerned about offshore syndicates preying on our kids Skin cancer experts horrified at what they're seeing on Tik Tok The Socceroos through to a showdown with world number 3, Argentina Tributes flow for Fleetwood Mac star, Christine McVie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Socceroos Win Through To Final 16 At FIFA World Cup
The Aussies beat Denmark 1-nil Economists predicting another rate rise in December AFP warning of new scam targeting young boys Prince William speaks out against godmother following racist incident Aussies 2-293 heading into day two of first Test against West Indies Script for Sister Act 3 finished See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Croc Wrangler Matt Wright Vows To Fight Charges
Bail has been granted to Crocodile wrangler Matt Wright - after being charged over a helicopter crash which killed his friend Legislation to establish a National Anti-Corruption Commission has passed Federal Parliament While data shows inflation is beginning to slow - we're being warned another interest rate hike is on the cards when the RBA meets next week Australia dominates the first day of play in the test against the West IndiesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outback Wrangler Granted Bail
Reality TV star faces court over chopper crash that killed his mate Censure motion passes against former PM Scott Morrison A tale of survival for three stowaways The FIFA World Cup heats up Kim and Kanye finally settle their divorce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrity Crocodile Wrangler Charged Over NT Chopper Crash
Matt Wright denies any wrongdoing, he will front court in Darwin today Scott Morrison to be formally censured in federal parliament NATO accusing Russia of weaponising Ukraine's harsh northern winter At the FIFA World Cup Senegal and the Netherlands chalked up wins Will Smith has spoken about the Oscars slapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns for Grounded Flights at Major Airports
Strike action next week could ground planes Former PM, ScoMo, thanks his colleagues for support over his secret ministries The 2022 Word of the Year announced Usman Khawaja and David Warner to open batting in first Test of the Summer A sore Jimmy Barnes forced to cancel shows See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UN Recommends Great Barrier Reef Be Added To 'In Danger' List
Nationals defend decision to oppose Indigenous voice to parliament Airport crowds to swell to largest size in three years ahead of Christmas UN recommends Great Barrier Reef be added to World Heritage 'in danger' list Prince Andrew loses another royal privilege Brazil and Ghana chalk up wins at FIFA World Cup Jason Momoa under fire for shutting farmers market for filming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nationals to Oppose Indigenous Voice to Parliament
Nationals Leader says he doesn't believe indigenous voice to Parliament will close the gap Australia's terror threat lowered for first time in 8 years The Government to move censure motion over ScoMo's secret portfolios Two heavyweights on brink of group exits at FIFA World Cup Arrest warrant issued for Outback Wrangler star over fatal chopper crashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor Strikes A Deal To Make IR Reforms Law
-Labor has struck a deal with Senator David Pocock to make IR reform law. -The real cost of climate disasters across Australia revealed. -Twitter nightmare not as bad as it seems with Elon Musk claiming sign ups at an all time high -Australia misses out on victory at Davis Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor Victorious in Victoria
Daniel Andrews leads Labor to a third term in office in Victoria A cruise ship bound for Bali turned back The Socceroos keep their World Cup title hopes alive The death of an Oscar and Grammy winning performerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Wanted Man Arrested in India
Australia seeks extradition for man accused of killing Toyah Cordingley Victorians head to the polls Host nation Qatar out of the FIFA World Cup Hugh Jackman cleared to head back to workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Inquiry Into Scott Morrison's Secret Portfolios
Former PM Scott Morrison maintains he was right to secretly sign himself to portfolios despite an inquiry damning his actions An arrest made over the alleged 2018 murder of Toyah Cordingly near Cairns The Brisbane Bullets part ways with head coach James Duncan Mariah Carey slammed for lip syncingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians set to spend record-breaking amount as Black Friday kicks off.
-Bureau of Meteorology releases their long-term summer forecast. -Qantas flight attendants vote for strike action over pay dispute. -Tracy Grimshaw farewells A Current Affair audience after 17 years. -Pre-show entertainment locked in for AFLW Grand Final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former TV Star Andrew O'Keefe Avoids Jail Again
Lawyers Claim the 51 Year Old's Drug Swab Was Contaminated. Qantas Flight Attendants Vote To Strike. Aussies Expected To Do Quarter Of Their Xmas Shopping At Black Friday Sales. And Daniel Riccardo Secures Move Back To RedBull F1 Team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls For A National Food Security Plan As Cost Of Living Continues to Skyrocket
-Millions of families to have access to cheaper childcare. -Food prices continue to soar with pressure mounting on the Federal Government to implement a food security plan. -Kate Middleton's very special connection with her late Mother-in-law at first state dinner with King Charles. -Another massive upset at the World Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Childcare Subsidies Pass Parliament
Around a Million Aussies To Get Childcare Subsidy Of Up To 90 Percent. Another Mass Shooting In US -- This Time In a Walmart Store. Warning To Look Out For Black Friday Scams. Kanye West Visits Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Estate In Florida.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Death Toll From Indo Quake Rises To 268
Authorities say many of the dead are children Labor under pressure to split its IR bill Nurses walking off the job for 24-strike across NSW Socceroos up against France at FIFA World Cup Peter Helliar the latest to quit The Project See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angry Local Confronts P-M In Flood Ravaged town
Anthony Albanese Has Visited Flood-Ravaged Eugowra In Central Western NSW. The Smith Family Targeted By Hackers. Solomons Hit By Large Earthquake As Search For Survivors In Indonesia Continues. Twitter Usage Hits All Time High After Controversial Elon Musk Takeover. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least 162 Killed In Indonesian Earthquake
Hundreds more injured with the death toll likely to climb Firey debate in federal parliament over COP27 climate fund Insurers refusing to renew policies across NSW Central West NASA's Orion capsule has reached the moon England & The Netherlands notch up wins at the FIFA World Cup Elton John's closed captions hacked for US concert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PINK Pays Tribute To Olivia Newton John At Star-Studded A-M-As
Taylor Swift Cleans Up At The Awards With Six Gongs Negotiations Continue Over Federal I-R Reforms Strong Winds Cause Horror School Science Accident In Sydney And Kanye To Run For President In 2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FIFA World Cup Kicks Off In Qatar
Qatar lost first match to Ecuador 2-nil Wild weather to lash much of Australia's East Coast Five killed in mass shooting at US nightclub Lisa Wilkinson leaves The Project Socceroos without Martin Boyle for World cup opener against France Kanye West among controversial names back on Twitter See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister Back Home After Whirlwind Tour Of South-East Asia
The Prime Minister arrives in Canberra after 9 day diplomatic tour of South-east Asia Concerns over Coronavirus vaccine injury scheme FIFA's President takes aim at European critics of World Cup host Qatar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Special Counsel Named To Oversee Donald Trump Criminal Investigations
The US Attorney General appoints an independent lawyer to lead criminals probes into former President Donald Trump. The Prime Minister calls on UN take action after North Korea's latest missile test. And Taylor Swift slams Ticketmaster over sales debacle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

APEC World Leaders Hold Urgent Talks About Fresh N Korea Missile
North Korea Fires Suspected Ballistic Missile Landing In Japan's Economic Zone. Suggestions Twitter Is On Its Last Legs After Elon Musk's Ultimatum To Staff. Silence From Russia Over MH-17 Verdict. And Aussies Set To Ignore Cost Of Living Pressures As They Hit Shops Ahead Of Xmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dutch Court Convicts Three Over Downing Of MH17
The trio were tried in absentia, handed life sentences Australian Academic Sean Turnell released from a Myanmar prison Third person missing in flooded NSW Central West First Nations teen Cassius Turvey to be laid to rest Aussies take first ODI against England Neighbours to make a return to tv See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guy Sebastian's Former Manager Jailed
Titus Day Found Guilty Of Stealing 600-Thousand Dollars Of His Client's Money* *Sri Lankan Cricketer Accused Of Rape Released On Bail* *Jobless Rate Falls* *Domestic Airfares Soar Ahead Of ChristmasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.