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Audience split 50-50 follow second leaders' debate  Newspoll shows Labor pulling ahead of Coalition Search continues for Australian woman missing in Mexico Bono and The Edge perform in Kyiv metro stationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women are the focus of the latest election promises A Queensland family reunites with a toddler whose mother remains missing in Mexico Home loan experts urge those in the market to check their pre-approval with the banks A former child star sacked from the reboot of the show he once starred inSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA is predicting wages will effectively go down until late next year Flood experts urge more needs to be done to protect against future natural disasters Friday night double headers in the AFL and NRL A new trailer for the Game of Thrones prequel has droppedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malcolm Turnbull denies he's undermining the Coalition ahead of the federal election Anthony Albanese claims Labor is united, despite reports senior MPs are worried about his performance Richmond to welcome back Dusty Martin for tomorrow's clash with Collingwood at the G Amber Heard tells the court, Johnny Depp has substance abuse issues and becomes violent when under the influenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese insists he does know Labor's six NDIS policy points Qld toddler improving after being left in childcare minivan near Rockhampton  WHO says actual death toll from COVID may be double the official figures Amber Heard giving evidence for a second day See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The leader of the Solomon Islands says he's offended at the lack of trust being shown towards his nation, following its deal with China The EU to ban all Russian oil, if voting members can agree Round 9 of the NRL kicks off tonight, with Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds to face-off with his old club, the Bunnies, for the first time. Comedian, Dave Chapelle, tackled by a man with a replica pistol, in the middle of his setSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 3yo girl is fighting for life after she was left in minivan in Rockhampton PM and Opposition Leader to pitch to the business sector Ukrainian President confirms he's lost contact with troops at Mariupol steel plant Amber Heard takes the stand in defamation trial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW records another 21 deaths from Covid All three Trbojevic brothers to play in NRL together for the first time this Saturday International Olympic bosses checking out Brisbane ahead of the 2032 games Kid Laroi wins big at the APRA awards in MelbourneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three of the big four banks have moved on rates NSW public school teachers walk off the job demanding better pay $12 billion for Vic healthcare in state budget Judge rejects Amber Heard's motion to dismiss defamation claims against her See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First interest rate rise since 2010 Covid deaths on the rise in NSW and Victoria Calls for the NRL grand final to be played like a Super Bowl event, in different cities Blake Lively one of the best dressed on the Met Gala red carpetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A nervous wait for mortgage holders with RBA tipped to lift rates One in 25 Aussie properties uninsurable by 2030 due to worsening climate change Tasmania Jackjumpers through to NBL finals series  Amber Heard fires her PR team as defamation trial continues  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pre-election promises continue, with health today's major focus Why competitive video gaming could be a contender for the Brisbane Olympics Karl Lawton takes the early guilty plea for a grade 3 dangerous throw  Neighbours confirms Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan will return for the finale  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newspoll shows Labor leads the Coalition two-party preferred 53-47 Ukraine's President says he's concerned Russia could use nuclear weapons Qantas to announce the world's longest non-stop flights from Australia, to EU and US AND .. Rhianna has moved to quash rumours her and A$AP Rocky are over See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor is promising an easier path for homebuyers to enter the market with a radical scheme being launched A new Australian Olympic Committee president Parramatta's Darwin nightmare in the NRL  Kyle and Jason return to NeighboursSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition is promising to cut the cost of medicines in an overhaul of the PBS While Labor is promising a MyGov website user audit Boris Becker jailed for two years NRL premiers Penrith remain undefeated See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power prices take centre stage for both parties TOYOTA is recalling 26-thousand vehicles, citing a potential software fault. And  Fiji is relaxing Covid entry requirementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 24 thousand QANTAS customers have signed a petition calling for better customer service The US President asks Congress for another 33 billion US dollars to aid Ukraine NSW Premier set to meet with NRL to discuss future locations of grand finals Mission Impossible 7 due out July, 2023, to be named Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning PART ONESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Morrison remains confident his party will win the upcoming election, regardless of whether the Reserve Bank raises interest rates. Labor reassures voters it would take a strong stance on border protection if it wins office. Telstra ordered to repay $1.7M for over-charging thousands of customers. In sport, international rugby league to return to the Southern Hemisphere for the first time since 2019. And in entertainment news, actress Olivia Wilde served with custody papers live on-stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank is expected to lift interest rates following the highest CPI jump in more than 20 years Researchers are testing micro doses of the active ingredient in magic mushrooms to see if it helps depression Iga Swiatek to miss the Madrid Open after 23 straight match wins Lady Gaga has a new song dropping on May 3See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister is defending his government's economic management following higher than expected inflation figures. Australia has committed more military support to Ukraine. New reports detail horrifying conditions inside aged care homes across Australia. In sport, two English Premier League clubs heading down under this year. And in entertainment news, Madonna splits from younger beau.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cost of living pressures on the rise $250 payments being handed out to low income earners to east cost of living pressures Newcastle centre Dane Gagai out for a month with injury Amber Heard accused of personality disorders by psychiatrist at Depp defamation hearingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says he won't canvass what Australia would do if China builds a military base in our region. WA to rejoin the rest of the country with mask mandates and capacity limits at venues to be scrapped. More than six million Aussies to receive payments to ease the cost of living. In sport, Justin Langer overlooked for England coaching role. And in entertainment news, Harry Styles ads new shows to his tour down under.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh calls for free university education for all Australians A Japanese woman, believed world's oldest person, has died aged 119 Melbourne puts on a record win over the Warriors in ANZAC Day NRL action The bitter court saga continues between Johnny Depp and Amber HeardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia has commemorated Anzac Day with Dawn services attended in person for the first time in 2 years Financial figures on Election promises revealed Emmanuel Macron re-elected French president Melbourne's AFL premiership defence looking solidSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll from a Russian missile strike on Ukraine's southern city of Odesa has reportedly risen to eight, including a three month old baby. NSW Police are appealing for information after a man was kidnapped and assaulted in Westmead last night. Victoria's $580 million COVID quarantine facility has doubled its capacity, just as demand for beds is expected to plummet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kremlin says the United Nations secretary general will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Tuesday. Victoria's vaccinated economy has ended after new COVID rules took effect at midnight. A man in Sydney's north-west has been charged after an online child exploitation investigation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor Leader Says The Election Campaign Is In Good Hands With His Team Queensland Joins NSW And Victoria Easing Covid Restrictions Westpac Fined For Charging Almost 12-Thousand Dead Customers Fees Developments In The Hunt For Madeline McCann's KidnapperSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Shadow Cabinet Ministers to campaign for Labor after Anthony Albanese returns a positive PCR for Covid The Coalition to make a $428 million defence announcement today Victoria scraps isolation requirements for Covid close contracts from midnight ASAP Rocky posts bail after his arrest in alleged connection to an LA shooting    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spike in Covid deaths, to 43 around Australia, in the latest reporting period Russia is attempting to intimidate the west by launching ballistic missile The ATP has condemned Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players from this year's grand slam Rapper ASAP Rocky arrested over a shooting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Audience of 100 undecided voters pretty evenly split  Russia tests new nuclear missile  Julian Assange a step closer to US extradition  Prince Harry gives another tell-all interview  Johnny Depp gives evidence for a second day  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Leadership Debate will take place tonight between Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese Covid restrictions further eased, with close contacts of positive cases no longer needing to isolate, from Friday The Bulldogs NRL line-up is likely to be reshuffled with three positive RAT for Covid Harry Styles bringing Love on Tour to Australia next yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Close COVID isolation rules are set to be scrapped in NSW & Vic Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese to face off in first leaders debate  UN calls for humanitarian pause in Ukraine conflict across Orthodox Easter Johnny Depp denies striking Amber Heard   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM and Opposition Leader unbothered by polling which shows a hung parliament is a real possibility Air space is being closed across the country due to a shortage of workers in control towers Ash Barty will headline an exhibition golf event in New York in June The trailer for the latest Thor movie - Love and Thunder - has dropped.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Primary support for both Labor and the Coalition sits in the mid 30s Police make fresh appeal for witnesses following fatal Easter Show stabbing Russian air strikes target Lviv killing seven Trailer drops for Thor Love and ThunderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM kicks off week two of the election campaign in WA Today is the last day we can enrol to vote  Ukrainian PM refusing to give up ground to end Russian invasion Over a quarter of kids aged 8-11 are on their phones after 10pm  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cruise ships can now sail back into Australian waters - with the Covid ban lifted Those struck down with Covid on election day will be able to phone in their ballot UK PM Boris Johnson banned from entering Russia Actor who played Jerry's mum in Seinfeld Liz Sheridan, passes awaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Election promises continue, Labor promising an anti corruption watchdog and Scott Morrison pledging millions to the Agricultural sector The new variant of Covid 19 - Omicron XE - detected in Australia Business owners put on notice over penalty rates over the Easter weekend Penrith too strong for Brisbane in the NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince Harry and wife Meghan have made a surprise visit to the Queen at Windsor Castle. Our airports are again busy today with Aussies travelling around the country for the Easter Break. Elon Musk has made a bombshell bid to buy out Twitter for 54-billion dollars US.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor Leader forced to clarify his party is NOT planning to abandon off-shore processing Australia's unemployment rate remains steady at 4 percent The PGA has announced Melbourne will host golf's President's Cup in 2028 and 2040 Scott Disick says the fact his ex Kourtney Kardashian is now with Travis Barker, has allowed him to move onSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man has been charged over that mass shooting in Brooklyn Federal election campaign continues with the PM in Tassie & Opposition leader in NSW The Ukrainian President has again appealed to the West for more weapons Kanye having second thoughts about moving in next to ex Kim   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vaccinated Aussies can now head to NZ, without having to isolate on arrival The first of 20 Bushmaster vehicles gifted to Ukraine from the Australian government, has arrived in Europe The Penrith Panthers have secured the services of coach and captain - Ivan and Nathan Cleary - till the end of 2027 Kim K says she just wants her ex, Kanye West, to be happySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PM confronted by protester in Sydney's west Vaccinated Aussies can now travel to NZ without having to isolate  Airport chaos continues ahead of Easter holidays Coles recalls baby spinach  Matildas secure win over NZ in second friendly See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor Leader Looks To Reset His Campaign After Day One Blunder Victoria To Host Commonwealth Games In 2026 Attacker Still On The Run After Fatal Royal Easter Show Stabbing Fears Russia Has Used Chemical Weapons In UkraineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaders continue federal election campaigns  Ukraine's President asks global leaders for more military aid  Princess Anne drops in to Holsworthy Barracks Britney Spears is pregnant See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Labor Leader Says He's Only Human After Campaign Misstep Time running Out To Register To Vote Silverchair Frontman Pleads Guilty To High-Range Drink Driving And Convicted Terrorist Back In Jail After Breaching Control Order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newspoll shows gap is narrowing between the major parties AEC urging us to make sure our registrations are up to date UN estimates 4.5 million Ukrainians have fled since Russian invasion began Ferrari's Charles Leclerc takes out Aussie Grand Prix  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal election will be held on Saturday May 21st Both Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese have hit the ground running releasing  election campaignsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A date for the Federal Election is set to be called for mid May The Australian Grand Prix set to welcome 130 thousand fans at Melbourne's Albert Park More financial and military aid promised to Ukraine in its fight against Russia Jen and Ben announce they're getting married - againSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least 50 people have been killed after a Russian missile strike in Eastern Ukraine Will Smith has been banned from attending the Oscars for a decade A new Covid drug to be added to the PBS  Double header nailbiter in the NRLSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison is expected to call the Federal election this weekend after a court win. United Australia Party leader Craig Kelly egged in Melbourne. Daniel Ricciardo 10th fastest in Australian Grand Prix practiseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.