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The US has started withdrawing troops from bases across Middle East, in a sign there could be an escalation in the violence in Iran Future of footbridge at the centre of the Bondi Terror Attack to be discussed at a council meeting tonight Central Queensland braces for more wet weather And sport fans to register for the ticket draw ahead of the LA Olympic GamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns over Federal governments reforms prepared in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. Donald Trump has warned Iran to "behave" And Trevor Noah named to host the Grammy's Again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Focus now shifts to the footbridge at the centre of the Bondi Terror Attack, one month on from the violence Thousands remain without power in Victoria in wake of bushfire emergency  Australia's largest neo-Nazi group set to disband And cost of sending your kid to school revealed  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M has announced - a National Day of Mourning will be held next week in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. Adelaide Writers Week has been cancelled amid controversy. And Is Harry Styles gearing up for another NYC residency?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bushfires burning at an Emergency Level in Victoria downgraded to a Watch and Act as threat eases Central Queensland battered by heavy rain and flash flooding Politicians prepare to return to parliament early to pass hate speech and gun reform laws And Aussies throw their support behind hero police officer Inspector Amy ScottSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Parliament will be re-called next week -- so new hate speech and gun laws can be debated. Donald Trump says the leaders of Iran have called him to negotiate as tensions escalate with the U-S. And Aussie actress Rose Byrne takes home a Golden Globe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bushfire emergency gripping Victoria turns deadly with a body found near the Longwood fire ground While flood warnings remain place across north Queensland, as ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji wreaks havoc Moving scenes in Bondi as the Jewish mourning period comes to an end And Hollywood's biggest named prepare to walk the red carpet for the Golden GlobesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fires Continue To Burn In Victoria Residents Face Anxious Wait North Queensland Cyclone To Make Landfall Philippines Rescue Efforts  Oscar Piastri Spotted in Noosa Sydney Thunder Go Down To The Brisbane Heat  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Out Of Control Bushfires Damage Multiple Homes Three People Remain Unaccounted For Thousands Remain Without Power Total Fire Ban In 8 Parts of NSW  VW Vehicle Recall Mitchell Starc Named Player Of The Ashes Series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends his choice of former High Court Justice Virginia Bell. A study shows a drop in male undergraduate teachers in Australia. RIO TINTO and GLENCORE are in talks for a potential all-share merger. A 40 member Powerball syndicate worth over 10 million dollars still unclaimed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria remains in the grips of a bushfire emergency as heatwave conditions continue to sweep the country's southeast North Queensland braces as risk of tropical cyclone intensifies PM gives in to pressure and calls a Royal Commission into the Bondi Terror Attack  And the Aus Open makes a bid to lure Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to the tournamentSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two toddlers are fighting for life after a serious multi-vehicle crash. Activists urging people to keep protesting in defiance of new laws banning public assemblies. Rental growth has accelerated in 2025, as vacancy rates tighten further. A tropical low off Queensland now has a 45 percent chance of becoming a cyclone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria and South Australia have sweltered through their hottest day in years, with NSW now bracing for heatwave conditions Severe weather warning in place for the Queensland Coast Families of Bondi Terror Attack victims prepare to travel to Canberra And dramatic twist in Nick Reiner's murder case  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two people are on the run after a teenager was stabbed multiple times in Sydney's West. A February interest rate hike is still on the cards despite easing inflation. The ATO is cracking down on tax dodgers trying to leave Australia. Venezuela to hand over between 30 and 50 million barrels of oil to the U-S.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM softens his language around possibility of Royal Commission into Bondi Terror Attack  Extreme heat grips parts of the country Residents along North Queensland Coast prepare for a tropical low  A warning from European Leaders as Trump Administration floats idea of seizing control of Greenland  And the countdown to the Milan Winter Olympics is on See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The North Queensland coast is bracing for further rain falls Victoria and Adelaide brace for the mercury to hit 42 degrees Women aged 40 to 49 are being encouraged to sign up for a free breast screening Experts suggest consistency over quick fix diets is the key to losing weight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government continues to work on hate speech and gun laws following Bondi massacre Ousted Venezuelan President faces court in the US The big name players who almost missed a quarter finals spot for their country at the United Cup And another major gong for Aussie, Sarah SnookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Government is drafting laws to prevent people from getting caught in subscription traps Deputy Leader and former tennis play - Sam Groth's decision to quit politics Three more capital cities are set to join SYDNEY in the million-dollar housing club More time in the sun could be the key to warding off health concerns related to obesitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports the opposition will force the government's hand on Bondi probe Venezuela's President to face court in US, following capture England on track in the fifth and final Ashes Test in Sydney And the Critic's Choice awards to kick off Hollywood's awards seasonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The USA has raided Venezuela capturing the embattled country's leader Sports stars join calls for Royal Commission into Bondi attack Mission to free trapped miner comes to tragic endSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gunmen behind the Bondi attack were left waiting almost a month in the Philippines for so called 'terror trainers' who never showed Liberal backbenchers break party ranks with an anti-immigration ad campaign Champagne bottle sparklers named as likely cause of deadly Swiss fireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 19-year-old has been charged after a firecracker allegedly sparked a major bushfire in PERTH. Deadly surf has claimed multiple lives across NEW SOUTH WALES on New Year's Day. Weight-loss drugs and surgeries are reshaping how Australian's eat. US President Donald Trump says the National Guard will be pulled out of Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Revellers across the country have welcomed in 2026 with a bang Fireworks drama as rogue shells spark blazes Federal government brings in a raft of new laws for new yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Severe Tropical Cyclone Hayley has been downgraded to a category two system. NORTH QUEENSLAND'S flood emergency has claimed its first life. New Year's Eve weather. Cases of typhoid and leprosy were recorded in QUEENSLAND.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bushfire warnings in Perth's south as fires ramp up in parts of COOLOONGUP, SAFETY BAY, WAIKIKI and WARNBRO. A teenage boy is in custody after a wild night in a Porsche.  Criminals in SA have used a drone to drop contraband to a prisoner's window. Growing calls for full face helmets for riders on e-scooters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grieving families of Bondi victims call for royal commission. US President meets with Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss peace plan. A man charged with murder. Warnings over Boxing Day sales scams. Screen legend Brigette Bardot dies aged 91.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cricket fans are set to be refunded after the fourth ashes test lasted just two days Russia launches fresh attack on Ukraine as President Zelensky arrives in North America New figures reveal the true cost of Christmas for struggling AustraliansSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are fears an illegal protest organised at Cronulla beach could descend into violence Penny Wong apologises in the wake of Bondi attack Delicate operation to remove damaged crane on the Gold CoastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Poll Reveals Strong Support for Tougher Approach on Visa Screening Following Bondi Terror Attack King Charles Calls for Unity and Reconciliation in Annual Christmas Message  Security at the MCG Tightened for Fourth Ashes Test Aussies Tipped to Spend $1.6 Billion on Boxing Day Alone   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister and Opposition Leaders Share Messages of Hope and Unity in Nationwide Christmas Messages  Tough Laws on Guns and Protests Pass NSW Parliament  Israel's President Invited to Visit Australia Following Bondi Terro Attack Christmas Rush Hits Nation's AirportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Survey Reveals Majority of Aussies Back Tougher Gun Reforms  Accused Bondi Gunman Spends First Night in Prison Ahead of Court Hearing Next Year The UK Considers Australian-Style Social Media Ban for Young People  English Singer Chris Rea Passes Away Aged 74   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bondi Terror Attack Victims Honoured at Bondi Beach Overnight  The PM Thrashes Out Details of New Gun Laws and Hate Speech Reforms in Canberra Today  Organisers of Anti-immigration Rally Urged to Cancel Event in Melbourne as Nation Continues to Mourn Bondi Terro Attack Millions of Aussies Brace for Biggest Increase to Private Health Insurance Premiums Since 2017 Key Data About Social Media Ban to be Released This WeekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister will attend a service at Bondi Beach to mark a week since the horror terror attack Calls for a national Royal Commission into the shooting Chilling details over Reiner murders  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mourners and lifesavers have held three minutes silence to remember the terror attack victims Teenager who was shot in Bondi breaks silence on shielding toddlers from the gunmen Drivers urged to stay safe on the roads as school holidays get underwaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits the Federal Police and ASIO headquarters in Canberra in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack. The Federal Government announces a gun buyback scheme.  Legislation restricting the number of firearms a licence holder can have to four will be tabled in New South Wales Parliament on Monday.  ANZ has been fined $250m for widespread misconduct.  And Ed Sheeran goes shirtless for Men's Health UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven men arrested in Sydney's south west amid reports a violent act was possibly being planned. Another three victims of the Bondi terror attack laid to rest yesterday A group paddle takes place as the red and yellow flags return to Bondi  And grave fears after a light plane crash in North CarolinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has admitted he's "not perfect" and could have acted sooner on anti semitism concerns. The Opposition calls for Parliament to be recalled to discuss boosting national security.  Funeral of Great Grandfather Tibor Witzen who shieled other from bullets is being held this afternoon. 14th victim identified as 50 year old Adam Smyth who was out walking with his wife. And.  Optus to adopt 21 recommendations made after a review into September's deadly 000 outage.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The funeral will be held today for the youngest victim of the Bondi Terror Attack An interfaith service was held overnight as the community continues to mourn It comes as the alleged gunman is charged over the mass shooting While police in the UK vow to crack down on anti-Semitic rhetoric See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The family of 10-year-old Matilda join mourners at a vigil for the Bondi Terror Attack victims The surviving gunman wakes from his coma Hero of the mass shooting to undergo another surgery today as his recovery continues And more stories of bravery emerge from the tragedy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home-Made ISIS Flag and Explosives Found In Car Of Father And Son Terrorists.  NSW Parliament To Be Recalled Before Christmas To Pass Gun Law Reform.  17-Hundred Sacked Qantas Workers In Line For Payout.  And Usman Khawaja Overlooked For Third Ashes Test, Starting Tomorrow In Adelaide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vigils have been held in Sydney and across the country as the nation mourns the victims of the Bondi terror attack  Australia's gun laws in for an overhaul in the wake of the mass shooting Investigations continue into the father son duo behind the attack  And a major development in the murder of Hollywood director Ron ReinerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM Anthony Albanese has put gun law reform on the National Cabinet agenda this afternoon in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack.  Home Affairs to fast-track visas for loved ones overseas to attend funerals of the 15 victims. Sydney Police escort a woman away from the Bondi Beach vigil for causing upset by shouting pro Palestine comments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flags are flying at half-mast as the nation grapples with the Bondi Beach terror attack  The gunmen behind the mass shooting have been identified as a father and son  It's been revealed one of the men, a 50-year-old, had six firearms licensed to him While Lifeblood has issued an urgent call for donations in the wake of the attack See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll from the Bondi Beach mass shooting has climbed to 16 while 40 others have been injured PM Anthony Albanese condemns the violence While a good Samaritan who disarmed one of the gunmen and been hailed a hero  Police probe is now underway into the shooting with officers swooping on a Bonnyrigg homeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Minister Mark Butler the latest politician to disclose pricey perks for family members Supermarkets facing hefty fines for price gouging Warning to iPhone usersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

King Charles has announced he's winning his cancer battle Revelations Government quietly changed the rules over politician travel Us President among the men pictured in newly released Epstein photosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition Leader is offering bi-partisan support on any potential reforms to politician expenses. A rescue deal has been unveiled to keep the country's largest aluminium smelter open beyond 20-28. And Vogue has named the 55 best dressed stars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Silvagni to front court for a pre-sentence hearing after he was found guilty of rape Social media giants begin handing over data on social media ban  NSW Central Coast hit by heavy rain after devastating fires And vision of a skydiver's brush with death releasedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M holding firm on travel entitlements for his Labor colleagues. 21 thousand fulltime roles have been lost in the latest unemployment data. And Taylor Swift tears up over her Eras tour schedule See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie travelers could be forced to supply five years' worth of social media history under tourism overhaul  Social media companies to start handing over data on how many under 16s have been booted from the platform  AUKUS security talks held in Washington  And an Aussie named co-chair of the Met Gala See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.