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For the second year in a row people have booed during a Welcome to Country at ANZAC Day dawn services. So how are Indigenous veterans feeling? Also, we take a look at how the US has reacted after a gunman allegedly tried to assassinate the US President at the White House correspondents' dinner. And demand for food relief is surging as people battle with a rising cost of living. Hack speaks to Alex...

An investigation by triple j hack has uncovered allegations that a booking agency failed to pay more than 20 Australian bands and artists. Multiple musicians claim they were "ghosted" by the booking company after their performance, and never received payment. While other musicians told hack there were significant delays in payment, with some alleging they only received money after "hounding" and "...

The gas tax debate rages on but is the PM about to kill off the idea all together? And what's going on with Karl Stefanovic's rebrand? Plus, have we reached peak biopic?  Also Gen Z reckon they're "basically psychic"... are they correct?  Host Dave Marchese is joined by Daily Aus journalist Em Gillespie and comedian Billy Darcy. Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subs...

Will the government introduce a new tax on gas exports?  It's one of the biggest questions ahead of the federal budget being unveiled in just a few weeks. Hack sits down with Energy Minister Chris Bowen to ask if it's on the cards. Plus, we also hear what the government's doing to secure Australia's fuel supply.  And we meet the man behind a renowned street art project that's prompting the nation...

It's been 10 years since Peter Drew started his 'Aussie' poster campaign. It features screen-printed old pictures of racially and ethnically diverse people, and questions what it really means to be Australian. But where did the idea come from? And why is he still committed to it? In this week's long listen, Peter explains why he kick-started the project, what it's like being compared to Banksy, an...

A hack investigation has uncovered allegations a booking agency failed to pay more than 20 Australia bands and artists.  Multiple artists have told hack they were "ghosted" by the booking company after gigs. So what can you do if you don't get paid? Plus, Health and NDIS Minister Mark Butler has announced big changes to the way the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will operate. The chan...

US singer D4vd has appeared in a Los Angeles court charged over the murder of missing teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez. We find out what happened. And, as an inquiry starts in Canberra, pressure continues to mount on the government to introduce a 25% tax on gas exports, with Labor MP Ed Husic adding his voice to the calls.  Plus, young migrants tell us why they're concerned about the Coalition's 'Aust...

Adult ADHD diagnoses have skyrocketed, but rates can vary drastically depending on where you live. So what's going on? And after AFL player Elijah Hollands experienced, what Carlton said is, a 'mental health episode' on the field last week, people are demanding answers. Did Carlton fail its duty of care? And are players getting adequate support? Plus, gay and bisexual men and transgender people in...

Australia's 'sperm drought' is prompting people to look online to find a donor.  Rather than spend years on a fertility clinic's waiting list, people are increasingly turning to social media and dating-style apps to find a match.  But what are the risks of finding a donor online? How can you be sure of their health history (and how many times they're donating)?  And, as more single women chose to...

The internet's king of looksmaxxing, Clavicular, sat down with 60 Minutes this week... until he walked out of the interview. Was he outmogged? And what did we learn? Plus, should teachers be allowed to have online personalities?  And if Justin Bieber handed you the HDMI at Coachella... what YouTube clip are you pulling up on the big screen? Host Dave Marchese is joined by content creator Tilly Odd...

Concert giant Live Nation and its subsidiary Ticketmaster have a harmful monopoly over big concert venues, a US jury has found. So what could this ruling mean for ticket prices? And a fire at one of Australia's two oil refineries has sparked even more concerns about the nation's fuel supply.  Plus, we hear how being diagnosed with autism and ADHD as an adult can change your life - and how you view...

Leanne Maskell first appeared in Vogue when she was 13. From the outside, her life as a model appeared glamorous. But in reality, Leanne was battling to survive. After blowing the whistle on the modelling industry in her first book in 2019, Leanne has since opened up about another important part of her life: being neurodivergent. In this week's long listen, Leanne talks about being diagnosed with...

Australia's two biggest airlines are increasing prices and cutting flights because of the global fuel crisis. So what will this mean for tourism businesses in regional areas?  And with no clear end to the war in sight, should Australia be investing more in alternative energy sources? Plus, more people are using bots to do their shopping. Will AI make clothes more expensive?  Listen now:  01:13 - B...

Research from the Greens' think tank suggests gas exporters could make more than $78 billion in profits this year because of the conflict in the Middle East. So does Australia need a new gas tax? And a Queensland man has called the state's new hate speech laws insane after facing court for displaying the phrase 'From the river to the sea'. Plus, Katy Perry has labelled sexual assault allegations m...

After failed peace talks with Iran, the United States is planning its own blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. What would that mean for the ceasefire and fuel prices?  And we unpack how propaganda is changing, as both sides of the Iran war flood social media with AI slop. Plus, Australia is experiencing a shortage of donated sperm and a surge in demand for donors, forcing more people to look online....

Aussie music festivals have been struggling since COVID. Just this year, we've already seen hip hop festival Rolling Loud and Byron Bay's Bluesfest announce cancellations – weeks before they were supposed to go ahead. One festival that never fully recovered is The Drop. COVID restrictions meant some shows got cancelled back in 2020. And six years on, ticketholders are still waiting for refunds, de...

The world just lived through a crazy week: Donald Trump threatened to level a "whole civilisation" before agreeing to a ceasefire, while the global fuel crisis just kept getting worse. We get into it all, plus the big question: could Anthony Albanese's address to the nation have been an email?  Plus: peptides. How come they're everywhere? And the Artemis II astronauts bravely ventured further from...

Hundreds of people have been killed in the past 24 hours by Israeli strikes in Lebanon. So what happened to the ceasefire Donald Trump and Iran agreed to this time yesterday?   And weight loss, muscle growth, collagen production, anti-aging: peptides are being pushed as a cure-all. What's the catch? Plus, after Nick watched his brother die in a tragic accident, he says he turned to crime to deal w...

When Nick Irving was 15, he experienced a trauma that changed his life forever. His brother Jack died in his arms after a tragic accident, pushing Nick into a spiral that saw him turn to crime. But Nick managed to turn things around, and now runs a Gen Z mental health organisation that's providing support "by boys, for boys". In this chat, Nick opens up about how he managed to get back on the righ...

Hours before agreeing to a ceasefire with Iran, Donald Trump declared its entire civilisation would die if a deal wasn't reached. Was he serious?  And six years ago, The Drop music festival got cancelled. So where are the ticket refunds? We find out what your rights are when a big event gets cancelled.  Plus, they just went deeper into space than anyone's ever been. So how are the Artemis II astro...

One of Australia's most decorated soldiers got arrested today after stepping off a flight from Brisbane to Sydney. We unpack the significance of the war crimes allegations against Ben Roberts-Smith. And still shocked at what you're paying for fuel? We take a look at how Australia's response compares to the neighbours, as Donald Trump hands Iran a new deadline to re-open the Strait of Hormuz.  Plus...

Young Australians are struggling to justify how much it's costing them to fill up the tank.  Around the country, fuel prices have risen above $3 a litre, with some servos running out of both petrol and diesel.  The government's main response so far has been to halve the tax that's put on every litre of fuel, and to encourage people to take the bus or the train where they can.  So will this work? ...

Nearly three years after a major report calling for a ban on gambling advertising, the Prime Minister has finally announced proposed reforms.  But advocates have slammed the announcement and reckon it doesn't go far enough.  Plus, we hear from someone who has been travelling around the country to speak with some of Australia's most vulnerable young people. Why? To get them to write letters directl...

Satara Uthayakumaran has had a busy year.  She has not only been juggling study with caring responsibilities, but has also been travelling Australia as our 2025 Youth Representative to the United Nations.  As part of her trip, Satara has spoken to some of Australia's most vulnerable young people — including those behind bars, in remote communities, and many who have never felt they have a voice. ...

Is Iran winning the war? Donald Trump reckons the US will leave the conflict "very soon", so is America preparing to cut its losses?  And one (more) giant leap for mankind: the first phase for nuclear power on the moon is underway.  Plus, we unpack the "don't be a jerk" laws designed to stop Aussies getting stuck in subscription traps. Listen now:  01:15 - Donald Trump tells America's allies: get...