Sunrise

Victoria is a step closer to implementing "Jack's Law" after the state's Premier finally met the father of a teenager who was fatally stabbed in Queensland. For more, founder of Jack's Law Brett Beasley joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Sunshine Coast Mayor, Rosanna Natoli and Associate Editor for The Australian, Jenna Clarke to discuss the Opposition's push for a new screening for migrants, Donald Trump's controversial comment and a WA shopper's note to a delivery driver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ageism in our healthcare system is putting the lives of our most vulnerable at risk according to a new report this morning by the Australian Human Rights Commission. For more, Age Discrimination Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies up north are bracing for what's predicted to be a category two cyclone as a tropical low looms off the coast of Darwin. For more, 7NEWS Meteorologist Tony Auden joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Coalition's first ever female leader is nearly 24 hours in the top job and Jess Wilson already has the state's crime crisis, budget and healthcare in her sights. For more, Jess Wilson joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If anyone in this country dials triple zero they should be able to expect that call will go through and help will arrive. Sadly though, faith in our system has taken another dramatic blow with a person in Sydney losing their life after their phone failed to connect to emergency services. For more, Shadow Communications Minister Melissa McIntosh joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New laws to combat youth crime in New South Wales are dividing opinion this morning. Under the changes it would be easier for prosecutors to refute the presumption that children aged between 10 and 13 lack the capacity to be held criminally responsible. For more, Criminal Lawyer Jahan Kalantar joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Nationals Senate Leader, Bridget McKenzie and 7NEWS Reporter, Nick McCallum to discuss the banks weighing in on migration.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US House of Representatives is right now voting to pass a bill that would release the Epstein files. This comes just days after President Trump reversed his earlier objection to the move. For more, former Senior Advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris, Mike Nellis joins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's the only woman in history to gain seven world surfing championships and is an iconic female figure in the world of sports. Layne Beachley has made it her life mission to inspire and advocate for the next generation of athletes. And last night she was recognised for all her achievements. For more, Layne Beachley joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teenagers across the country are being urged to celebrate safely this schoolies season. In particular, anybody heading overseas. It comes as we mark one year since the deaths of Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles who died from methanol poisoning while holidaying in Laos this time last year. For more, Red Frogs founder Andy Gourley joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has thrown his support behind releasing the Epstein files in full. Posting on social media he told Republicans in the House to vote in favour of the measure because quote "we have nothing to hide". For more, former White House spokesman Pete Seat joins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by broadcaster, Justin Smith and the Founding Director of Western Sydney Women, Amanda Rose to discuss the Victorian Liberals leadership spill, school captain controversy and the science behind 'man flu'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Epstein files might soon see the light of day after President Trump threw his support behind releasing the documents in full. For more, Political Commentator Ben Ferguson joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The countdown is on to country music's biggest night - the CMA Awards with some of the biggest names in music descending on Nashville this week. For more, Entertainment Reporter Cooper Lawrence joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New figures are lifting the lid on the dire state of our aged care system revealing thousands of vulnerable Aussies are currently stuck in hospital for up to a year while waiting for a bed in a home. For more, CEO of National Seniors Australia is Chris Grice joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Immigration is shaping up as the next major battle within the Coalition as new polling reveals the majority of voters believe our numbers are 'too high'.     For more, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Social Services Minister, Tanya Plibersek and outgoing Nationals MP, Barnaby Joyce to discuss the shrinking support for Sussan Ley.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Gold Coast fisherman has come up with a very unique way to land the catch of the day by turning his thongs into fishing gear. For more, Vince Bates joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patti LaBelle is known around the world as the 'Godmother of Soul' and for good reason.  For more, Patti LaBelle joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With interest rates on hold, Aussies are looking for savvy and safe ways to make their money work harder. For more, Canstar's Data Insights Director Sally Tindall joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by News Corp National Education Editor, Susie O'Brien and Luke Bona, from the Bonafide Podcast to discuss Vyleen White's murder sentence, Aussie's embracing 'thriftmas' and US target's smile policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia is seeing a spike in shark encounters with the latest an incident off Western Australia which marks the 20th attack this year.  For more, shark expert Doctor Daryl McPhee joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A-list celebrities Matthew McConaughey and Michael Caine have announced a groundbreaking deal. The pair have signed with artificial intelligence company 'Eleven Labs' to allow it to legally replicate their voices for commercial use. For more, Intellectual Property Lawyer Dale Nelson joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The widow of a Sydney surfer who was attacked and killed by a shark is calling for an overhaul of the way we protect our beaches.  For more, Marine Biologist Lawrence Chlebeck joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major wake up call is being issued this morning after Australia's top spy chief revealed China's cyber soldiers could inflict 'high impact sabotage' on some of our most critical infrastructure. For more, Foreign Minister Penny Wong joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young criminals across Victoria are set to face some of the toughest laws in the state's history with new reforms seeing children aged 14 and over who commit serious violent offences will face adult jail time under a new bill. For more, Natalie Gordon and Professor Marietta Marinovic join.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Sunshine Coast Mayor, Rosanna Natoli and 7NEWS Reporter, Nick McCallum to discuss the ASIO boss's major espionage warning and the Opposition's net zero call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just three months out from the Winter Olympics. The International Olympic Committee is reportedly a step closer to implementing a 'blanket ban' on transgender women competing in female events. For more, CEO of Women's Forum Australia Rachael Wong joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are calls to review air traffic control procedures after a safety report revealed only pure luck prevented two catastrophic air disasters in 2023. For more, Australian Transport Safety Bureau chief Angus Mitchell joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria will introduce its own version of Queensland's "adult crime, adult time" laws with Premier Jacinta Allan to make the announcement today. For more, former Victoria Police detective Charlie Bezzina joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Housing Minister, Clare O'Neil and Nationals Senate Leader, Bridget McKenzie to discuss Victoria's 'Adult Crime, Adult Time' and Liberals' net zero debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Governments are warning aged care shortages have reached breaking point forcing thousands of elderly patients across the country to live in hospitals. For more, National Seniors Australia CEO Chris Grice joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians hoping for an interest rate cut before Christmas will have to keep holding their breath. The Reserve Bank's Deputy Governor has warned the nation's strong economy and "unusual" capacity constraints could delay any relief for borrowers. For more, Founder of Fortlake Asset Management Dr Christian Baylis joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Sydney MPs have faced threats of violence online from a hateful neo-Nazi group after they condemned a rally outside NSW Parliament.  For more, State MP for Vaucluse Kellie Sloane joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Daily Telegraph Journalist, James Willis and the Founding Director of Western Sydney Women, Amanda Rose to discuss net zero confidence and communal drinking driving success?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remembrance Day stands as a solemn tribute to generations of servicemen and women who fought, died, and served to protect our freedom. For more, Steve Hilton, who served in the Australian Army for 30 years joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Video shows the moment a dingo plucked out a shark of K'gari.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authorities in New South Wales have issued a total fire ban for major parts of the state. Residents in the Greater Hunter and Upper Central Western regions are on high alert today amid a heightened fire risk due to hot and dry conditions.  For more, Rural Fire Service Commissioner Trent Curtin joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princess Anne's whirlwind visit down under is well underway. The King's sister, often dubbed as the hardest-working British Royal, has already packed in plenty during her first two days. For more, Royal Commentator Angela Mollard joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The passing of legendary broadcaster John Laws. For more, Sunrise Showbiz Editor Peter Ford joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queensland Premier is picking a fight with the Prime Minister this morning after rejecting the Federal Government's hospital funding offer. For more, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Social Services Minister, Tanya Plibersek and outgoing Nationals MP, Barnaby Joyce to discuss the possible power bill relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales is about to go further than any other state in banning single use plastic.  For more, New South Wales Premier Chris Minns joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A kookaburra is lucky to be alive after it was found hanging from a tree choking on a shoelace. It's sparked anger among vets who are fed up with seeing an influx of animals being rushed to emergency because they've swallowed rubbish that hasn't been disposed of correctly. For more, Emergency Veterinarian at SASH Vets Tim Hopkins joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies are being warned the Federal Government's free electricity scheme may be too good to be true. For more, Canstar's Data Insights Director Sally Tindall joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A major twist in the Erin Patterson case this morning as the Supreme Court of Victoria reveals the seven grounds of appeal against her convictions for murder and attempted murder. For more, Criminal Lawyer Justin Hannebery joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US investigators will sift through the scene of a crashed cargo plane in Kentucky. At least 9 people have been killed and many more injured and unaccounted for after the aircraft crashed during take-off, exploding into a massive fireball. For more, former Qantas pilot David Oliver joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sunrise is joined by Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli and Logan City Mayor Jon Raven to discuss the urgent E-bike crackdown and Gen Alpha changing their accent due to social media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump's tariffs hang in the balance this morning as the Supreme Court begins to hear arguments on the legality of his flagship trade policy. For more, Trade Law Expert Jonathan Todd joins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.