The Update

Senator Lydia Thorpe says the PM and police failed to protect her Flood emergency continuing across Victoria's east  Man detained for planning to kill Queen with crossbow  Victorian woman scoops $60m Powerball jackpot Taylor Swift urged to stay away from future NFL games  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe says she won't back down from her activism ....  despite violent threats against her. Some good news for Aussies struggling with sky high power bills! And More issues for Britney Spears family  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several homes lost on NSW South Coast Flood emergency unfolding in Gippsland region  UK to ban cigarette for young people Morocco, Spain & Portugal to host 2030 Fifa World Cup Health scare for Kevin Spacey  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new body will be set-up within the Home Affairs department, to crack down on people exploiting the migration system. The Rural Fire Service has confirmed at least three properties have been lost on the New South Wales south coast in a bushfire. And Beyonce fans have already snapped up tickets to her concert film ahead of its release  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fires across NSW and Victoria have been downgraded One of Australia's worst pedophiles has been named  Donald Trump back in NY court for fraud trial  Aussie men win Cricket World Cup warm up against Pakistan  Michael Jordan's wealth grows to $3bn See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank's decision to leave Interest Rates on hold has been welcomed by the Treasurer. Campaigning is ramping up with less than Two Weeks to go until the Voice Referendum. And Selena Gomez gives surprise performance  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent inflation has increased the chances of a rate hike Bushfire burning out of control in Victoria's Gippsland region Donald Trump fronts court in NY for civil fraud case Endangered Sumatran rhino born in Indonesia  Jodie Turner-Smith files for divorce from Joshua Jackson  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Woman attacked by shark at popular swimming spot House prices continue to climb  Taylor Swift's date in New Jersey See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penrith beating the Broncos 26-24 to take out the title  Increase in property prices adds to inflation woes ahead of RBA rate decision More than a dozen killed in a nightclub fire in Spain  Australian parents are among the most risk-averse in the world Knights claim back to back NRL-W premierships Kim K and Tom Brady flirt at charity auction  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrations are continuing at Collingwood after their win over Brisbane Government workers set to walk off the job   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police issue warning to footy fans to celebrate grand final weekend sensibly Suspect arrested over cold case murder of Tupac New York suffers flash flooding See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A final report by the the Disability royal commission is calling for urgent action against abuse and exploitation.  Experts are warning of a gap in our defence capabilities after the permanent grounding of Australia's M-R-H 90 Taipan fleet. And Are the Spice Girls reuniting? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alan Joyce has been told if he doesn't front the aviation inquiry when he returns from Europe, he could face jail time.  The PM hooks up with the Hoodoo Gurus in Sydney to urge concert goers to vote yes next month.  Grand Final Eve in Melbourne, with the parade to take place today.  Sir Michael Gambon, best known for playing Albus Dumbledore has died aged 82, See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Hundreds of soldiers will be moved to Townsville, Darwin and Brisbane as part of a major defence restructure. New data shows consumers have pulled-back on spending over the past month. And Taylor Swift as helped her friend Sophie Turner out with new digs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Jacinta Allen starts day one of her new role, the Premier of Victoria.  **High petrol prices have pushed inflation up in the year to August, but there's no concerns we'll see rate rises as a result.  **Biggest military overhaul for Australia to be announced today.  **Travis Kelce opens up about his relationship with Taylor Swift for the first time.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...

Victoria officially has a 49th Premier - with Jacinta Allan sworn in as Daniel Andrews' successor. Economists believe the Reserve Bank will keep interest rates on hold despite a spike in consumer prices. And Britney Spears injured in knife dancing video  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nine years Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews will spend his final day in the top job today.  Senate inquiry into Australia's aviation sector begins today.  Major change coming to Australia's coins.  The PM designs the NRL premiership ring with some Aussie inspiration.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews is calling it quits after nearly ten years in the top job. One of the big four banks has been ordered to pay a 15-million-dollar fine. And has Kourtney Kardashians baby name been revealed? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

**Lions players Lachie Neale wins Brownlow medal for second time.  **Federal Opposition say they'll support some aspects of Employment white paper.  **UK Police investigating more sexual assault claims against comedian Russell Brand.  **Italian actress Sophia Loren rushed to hospital after a fall at her home in Switzerland.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The boss of the Home Affairs Department Mike Pezzullo has stood-aside ....  pending an investigation into his conduct. Pensioners and Jobseekers will be able to work for longer while retaining their welfare payments -- under a series of reforms. And Taylor Swift is spotted out and about with her new man    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians being reassured authorities are much better prepared for this years bushfire season.  Latest polling shows Voice support is falling but PM Anthony Albanese confirms both sides of politics would be involved in set up of advisory body.  NASA makes historic announcement as samples from an asteroid make their way to earth.  Usher unveiled as the 2024 Superbowl halftime entertainment.  See...

A new survey suggest The Voice is headed for defeat Federal Police launch new campaign targeting scammers Pay disputes put chicken supply under threat See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health experts are urging the government to include school closures in the inquiry into the Covid response Energy Australia accused of misleading customers Starbucks staff back paid more than four million dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Qantas C-E-O has issued a public apology to customers. The government says the budget surplus will help build the country's financial foundation. And A war of words has errupted between Joe Jonas and ex Sophie Turner  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 17 million Australians are now enrolled to vote in next month's voice referendum.  One of Australia's top doctors says it's ridiculous state and territory leaders won't be examined at inquiry into Australia's pandemic response.  Media mogul Rupert Murdoch to step down from News Corp and Fox after seven decades in media.  Aussie popstar Delta Goodrem announces she's engaged to long term p...