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Singapore Offers Assistance To AUS As It Investigates Optus Breach
Singapore's P-M Offers Assistance to Australian Authorities Over Optus Breach NDIS To Come Under Review The Bureau Of Meteorology Undergoes A "Re-brand" And Britney Spears Believed Her Dad Was Trying To Kill HerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fears Of A Second Flood Peak As Rain Continues Across Vic
Emergency warnings have been issued across Echuca and Charlton Aust to sign a new security pact with Japan Russian strikes have hit apartment buildings in Kyiv Uncle Jack Charles to be farewelled in Melbourne Aussies lose final T-20 warm up match against India Ye to buy Parler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Warnings The Cost Of Groceries Will Go Up After Floods
More Cost Of Living Pain As Crops And Livestock Inundated By Floodwaters Sydney's Star Casino To Have Licence Suspended From Friday A-M-A Brushes-Off Calls For Royal Commission Over Medicare Rorts And More Drone Strikes On Ukraine CapitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flood Emergency Continues Across Victoria
SES focusing on Shepparton with the Goulburn River peaking Albanese govt launching updated national plan to stamp out domestic violence Star Casino to be slapped with $100m fine Climate activists target Aston Martin showroom in London Aussies lose to New Zealand in Constellation Cup netballSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major Victorian River Systems Burst
5 major river systems have inundated Victorian towns and communities across the state's north and north western regions Billions to be spent on Infrastructure in the upcoming federal budget Australia wins its opening match of the Rugby League World Cup An iconic Aussie quiz show to be resurrectedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians On Edge As Flood Threat Continues
Several communities in Victoria's flood ravaged regions have spent the night in evacuation centres More paid parental leave to be made available from next year A Harry Potter favourite dies England win the T-20 series against AustraliaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistance For Flood Affected Victorians
Defence Troops On The Ground In Worst Affected Areas Paid Parental Leave Reforms On The Agenda Some Welcome News For Optus Customers And Mandatory Covid Isolation Officially OverSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's Flood Emergency
Multiple regional towns in Victoria, evacuated Mandatory isolation ends for Covid patients A Perth teacher accused of punching two students New inductees for the Sport Australia Hall of Fame A new song from Queen featuring their famous frontmanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cost Of Living Squeeze To Tighten Its Grip
Petrol Prices Are Tipped To Soar In The Next Fortnight Treasurer Confirms Stage Three Tax Cuts Will Remain Intact Medibank The Latest Major Company To Be Targeted By Cyber AttackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Minister's Brother on Drugs Charges
NSW Deputy Premier's brother charged with commercial drug supply offences A truck driver now behind bars, 18 years after his rig allegedly struck a car, killing a boy inside An Aussie tennis legend suffers a heart attack Australia beaten by New Zealand in netball's first Constellation Cup clash A famous Aussie pub, up for grabsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Budget To Be Tweaked As Economic Circumstances Change
Minor Adjustments Being Made Less Than A Fortnight From Budget The Price Of Used Cars Dropping G-7 Leaders Vow To Support Ukraine For As Long As It Takes Bruce Lehrmann Trial To Wrap-Up 3-Weeks Ahead of ScheduleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Years Today Since Bali Bombings
Memorial services being held today to mark 20 years since Bali tragedy NSW floods claim the life of a 46-year-old man Robodebt cases are now all closed Aaron Finch charged for being a potty mouth on the cricket pitch Kim K steps up security at her kids' school after Kanye goes rogue on Insta... Again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia Bracing For Third Economic Downturn
The federal government believes the global economy is headed for another downturn warning Australia might not be immune. Labor is under pressure to outline what extra military support it's offering the people of Ukraine. Optus is being investigated by the Information Commissioner after the major data breach affecting almost 10 million customers. In sport, Australian all-rounder Mitch Marsh says he's enjoying being back in the middle as he works back to full fitness ahead of the T-20 World Cup. And in entertainment, Britney Spears claims her mum slapped her after her infamous late night partying antics with Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russia Accused of Fresh War Crimes
Kyiv under fire for the first time in months A boy and girl attacked by a sea lion north of Perth A man to be extradited to NSW over the death of a boy in QLD NBL star Todd Blanchfield celebrates game 350 with a win Royalists outraged at the latest storyline in The CrownSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More Explosions Rock Kyiv
Several explosions have rocked the Ukrainian city of Kyiv during the morning peak. A new independent office will be set up to scrutinise defence spending. Australian households facing massive electricity price hikes next year as we transition to renewable energy. In sport, the Kangaroos have held their first training session in England ahead of their World Cup opener against Fiji. And in entertainment, Madonna's latest Tik Tok post has everyone talking!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW Has More Than 100 Flood Warnings
The Federal Government ready to step in to help NSW flood crisis Concerns about a big jump in people needing help amid rise in cost of living A fairy tale finish for Holden at the Bathurst 1000 The Rock says no to a run for the US Presidency Stevie Nicks releases a song to raise aid for UkraineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's East Coast Remains On Floodwatch
While the immediate three of rain has passed, flood warnings remain in place for Queensland, NSW and Victoria A key supply route between Russia and Crimea bombed, killing three people A payrise for some of Australia's key industries Rain sees the Top 10 Shootout at Bathurst cancelledSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW On Floodwatch... Again
More than 60 flood alerts are in place across NSW as Victoria cleans up from heavy downpours Police in WA introduce a self-administered test kit for victims of drink spiking Nobel Peace Prize winners announced The A-league season kicks offSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM: No Changes To 'Stage Three' Tax Cuts
The Prime Minister says there will not be any changes to 'Stage Three' tax cuts, despite budget challenges. A court has been told the husband of journalist Lisa Wilkinson negotiated a $325,000 advance for Brittany Higgins to write a book about her alleged rape. The government has offered Australia's condolences to the families of those killed in Thailand's mass-murder. In sport, Nick Kyrgios will face America's Taylor Fritz in the quarter finals of the Japan Open. And in entertainment news, Justin Bieber pulls the pin on his November tour of Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deadly Massacre in Thailand
Dozens dead, after a shooting and stabbing rampage in Thailand Fears for asthma and allergy sufferers in Victoria Fresh hope for less invasive treatment for sleep apnoea Cameron Munster reveals his NRL playing future Kevin Spacey back in courtSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arrest Made Over Optus SMS Scam
Federal police have made an arrest over an SMS scam targeting victims of the Optus data breach. Brittany Higgins says she felt pressured to drop her rape complaint because it could pose a 'political problem for the Liberal Party with women'. WA's Health Department is being accused of a cover-up after a man was put into a body bag while still alive. In sport, conditions at Mount Panorama are expected to worsen ahead of this weekend's Bathurst 1000, with up to 30 mills of rain predicted. And in entertainment news, Britney Spears has bared all on a beach in Hawaii.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Floods to Lash Australia's East
Communities in NSW, QLD, Tasmania and Victoria all being lashed by wild weather Carnage continues in Ethiopia, with continued fighting between federal and regional governments Space X launches first mission with an indigenous woman at the helm Latrell Mitchell disappointed he didn't see any NRL scouts at Koori Knockout Alec Baldwin settles a lawsuit with the family of shot cinematographer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns About 'Stage Three' Tax Cuts
A senior Labor minister admits the federal government has considered potential changes to the "STAGE 3" tax cuts, amid fears they are un-affordable. The jury in the Brittany Higgins trial has heard how she broke down at work in the days following her alleged rape at Parliament House. ALDI has been ordered to pay up to $10M in unpaid wages to workers at its distribution centres. In sport, a soccer fan has been banned for life from attending Football Australia games after being filmed making a fascist salute. And in entertainment, shocking claims emerge in the court battle between Hollywood heavyweights Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Banks Quick to Raise Interest Rates
Banks waste no time in passing on full quarter of a percent rate rise in full Calls for major changes in the nation's schools Elon Musk to go ahead with his purchase of Twitter Panthers coach Ivan Cleary hits back at criticism of his team's celebrations Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen call in the divorce lawyersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More Pain For Mortgage Holders
The Treasurer admits many Australians will find it hard to keep up with their mortgage repayments in the wake of yet another interest rate hike. Telstra is the latest telco to be caught up in a data breach. Japan's PM has called an emergency National Security meeting after North Korea fired a ballistic missile over Japanese territory. In sport, the Matilda's have begun preparations for their upcoming international fixtures in London. And in entertainment news, Howard Stern has been spotted out in public for the first time since the start of the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another Rates Hike Likely Today
Economists forecast another half a percent jump in interest rates The fallout continues after a deadly soccer stampede in Indonesia James Tedesco to captain the Kangaroos at the upcoming World Cup Post Malone back performing, after his recent stage fall Why Kanye West is the talk of the town againSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus Orders External Review Into Cyber Breach
An external review of how the personal data of 10 million Optus customers was leaked has been announced. We're being assured the government is taking appropriate measures to ensure Islamic State brides being brought back to Australia from Syria, have not been radicalised. There's a new treatment for hayfever and allergy sufferers which doesn't require surgery or injections. In sport, the AFL trade period is heating up, and North Melbourne says it will agree to trade Jason Horne Francis to a South Australian club - if the deal is right. And in entertainment, Aussie actress Margot Robbie and her gal pal Cara Delevingne have been caught up in a scary paparazzi situation in ArgentinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penrith Wins the Battle of Sydney's West
The Panthers go back-to-back with NRL premiership wins Australia prepares to bring dozens of women and children home from Syria A horror stamped at a soccer match in Indonesia The movie that's knocked Harry Styles out of top spotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Worksafe Investigates Hawthorn Racism Saga
The racism saga at Hawthorn football club has sparked a Worksafe investigation Clean up efforts continue in Florida as Hurricane Ian weakens Daylight Saving begins in several Aussie states The Opals take out the Bronze at the Basketball World CupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Ian Hits South Carolina
Medical groups are concerned people will think the pandemic is over once Covid isolation is scrapped Hurricane Ian has slammed into South Carolina - as the death toll in Florida continues to rise Russian president Vladimir Putin cops widespread condemnation The Opals heartbreaking loss to ChinaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covid Isolation to be Scrapped
The 5 day isolation period will end on October 14 The AFP joins forces with state and territory police to protect vulnerable Optus customers The Opals to play China in the semi final of the Women's Basketball World Cup tonight Some star spotting in the Gold Coast HinterlandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calls To Dump Mandatory Covid Isolation
The Premiers will discuss proposed changes to the mandatory 5 day Covid isolation at the national cabinet meeting Foreign minister Penny Wong calls for the immediate release of an Australian academic in Myanmar Fears of a substantial death toll from Hurricane Ian The Opals cruise into the Basketball World Cup semisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian Economist Jailed in Myanmar
Sean Turnell sentenced to three years for violating state secrets A warning for anyone trying to buy or re-sell overpriced NRL Grand Final tickets Dally M winner, Sharks star Nicho Hynes, shining the light on mental health Fresh calls for the women's Dally M to be named after a female footy star The death of the man known for the 90s smash hit - Gangsta's Paradise See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hurricane Ian Crosses Florida Coast
Authorities say it's now too late to leave, with the Category Four storm making landfall PM demands Optus pays for passports for customers who were hacked Full fuel excise is back pushing prices up at the bowser Elon Musk tops Forbes Rich List with $251bn Sharks star Nicho Hynes takes out Dally M Kanye gets new lawyer in divorce from Kim Kardashian See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Fuel Excise Back From Midnight
Fuel prices to rise by 25 cents in the coming days Hurricane Ian increasing in intensity, as it heads for Florida Geelong captain Joel Selwood announces his AFL retirement Aussie comedian Hannah Gadsby signs a new deal with NetflixSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus Hack Victims To Get Replacement Licence Free Of Charge
The Telco will foot the bill after millions of customers had their data accessed Price of fuel to increase as cut to excise ends Legislation for an anti-corruption commission to be introduced to parliament Florida bracing for onslaught of Hurricane Ian Opals beat Japan to finish on top of Group B at World Cup Shakira accused of tax fraud in Spain See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suspicious About-Face From Optus Hacker
Australia works with FBI to find those responsible for Optus hack, who's now claiming to have deleted the data A school shooting in Russia, claims the lives of 17 people The NRL Grand Final officially a sell-out Why Harry Styles is untouchable right now Khloe Kardashian and Michele Morrone deny dating rumoursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus In Damage Control Following Cyber Hack
Telco offering customers free credit monitoring PM to attend state funeral for Shinzo Abe in Japan Rollercoaster at Melbourne Royal Show won't reopen until given the all clear from Worksafe NASA to crash spacecraft into asteroid Alec Baldwin could be hit with criminal charges over Rust shooting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Famous Face to Represent the NDIS
Kurt Fearnley appointed chairman of the board which runs the NDIS The cost of prescription meds to be reduced More adults moving in with their parents amid cost of living pressures The Opals eyeing off a Quarter Final berth at the World Cup Avatar still a hit, 13 years on...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Flood Crisis Continues Across NSW
More rain is set to worsen things across the state's west and north this week Former professional surfer Chris Davidson killed in one-punch attack Woman critically injured at Melbourne Royal Show Bad weather forces cancellation of NASA's Artemis one launch Rhianna to headline Superbowl halftime show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Geelong Basks In AFL Premiership Glory
Celebrations have gone through the night after Geelong won its 10th AFL flag A child's body found after a fire in Melbourne's east The PM to travel to Japan for the funeral of Shinzo Abe The Panthers back to back NRL flag hopes on trackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Abuzz For The AFL Grand Final
After a 2 year pandemic absence - Melbourne is hosting the AFL grand final A frantic search for a 5 year old child in Western New South Wales The UN concludes Russia has committed war crimes in Ukraine Parramatta reach the NRL grand finalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns of Identity Theft for Optus Customers
Intelligence agency working with Optus to find culprit for massive data breach A police officer saves 3 lives in flood waters in the Hunter Valley A nation-wide drugs syndicate smashed by police Who's in and out for the Swannies ahead of tomorrow's big dance Child actor Ryan Grantham sentenced to life in jailSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Northern NSW Braces For Another Flooding Event
An East Coast low is bringing heavy rain across the Northern Rivers and Mid North Coast Optus customers urged to look out for suspicious activity following data breach Russian men flee conscription with traffic backed up at border Swans and Geelong name teams ahead of AFL Grand Final Ed Sheeran collaborating with Pokémon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians Honour The Late Queen
Thousands have been arrested in Russia at rallies against President Putin's plan to conscript more soldiers for the Ukraine war Australians honour the late Queen in a national day of mourning Sydney jets into Melbourne ahead of Saturday's AFL Grand Final John Farnham's family gives an update on his healthSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shocking Racism Claims Out of Hawthorn
The AFL launches independent investigation into horror stories out of Hawthorn The hospital safety watchdog to investigate at least 7 child deaths in Victoria Brodie Croft goes from NRL outcast to English Super League's Man of Steel Margot Robbie introduces an Aussie delicacy to Hollywood Paris Hilton offering a reward to find her missing chihuahua See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Leaders Gather in New York For UN General Assembly
The UN Secretary-General has given a grim assessment of global affairs King Charles heads to Balmoral to privately grieve Support for a republic has fallen following Queen's death Melbourne is the hayfever capital of the world Paris Hilton offering reward for the return of her Chihuahua, Diamond Baby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why the Melbourne CBD Was Locked Down Today
Melbourne police waiting to speak to man over chaos that sparked lockdown "No body, no parole" laws to be tightened in NSW Parliament Australia's oldest man dies at 110 Buddy Franklin signs on for one more at the Swannies Kelly Clarkson gets her star on the Hollywood Walk of FameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queen Laid To Rest In Windsor
Royals held private service after state funeral at Westminster Abbey It ends the UK's official period of mourning We're being assured petrol prices won't spike immediately despite the end of the fuel excise Buddy Franklin signs with Swans for one more season Kim K buys $70m Malibu mansion See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queen's Funeral Just Hours Away
King Charles thanks the public for their outpouring of support Four men arrested over the murder of a 23-year-old from Brisbane 20 percent of young Australians said to be considering moving overseas Cameron Smith claims his maiden win on golf's breakaway LIV Tour Post Malone takes a tumble and cracks three ribsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.