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The Broadway composer lost his live at the age on 91. Reporter Benjamin Lamb caught up with Director of Theatre Travels Carly Fisher to chat about what his legacy means for the world of theatre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2021 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Festival kicks off at 10am on Friday December 3rd, aiming to promote and celebrate physically active lifestyles for people of all abilities. Host Mimi Hoffmann caught up with Richard Amon, CEO of Disability Sport and Recreation, to chat about opportunities for everybody to get involved in the day. Guests: Richard Amon, CEO of Disability Sport and...

The 10th Annual Roadmap to Close the Gap on Vision was released last week. The Roadmap outlines the issues still facing Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander eye health service delivery. Eye-health professor from the University of Melbourne Hugh Taylor spoke to reporter Julia Enter about the  roadmap.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Benay Ozdemir caught up with Pavani Athukorala to discuss the new border rule changes for international students. Pavani, who was stuck in Sri Lanka, expressed how she felt isolated during the pandemic as an international student as a result of border closures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Angus Drain caught up with Kaytlyn Johnson, a young Palawa woman from regional Tasmania. Johnson is a social activist and youth leader and works with young Indigenous women to support them in realising their dreams and potential. Kaytlyn is the 2022 Tasmanian nominee for Young Australian of the Year and has flown to COP26 in Glasgow to be a youth representative and a voice for change.&nbs...

Recently, a missing teen was rescued after they gestured the hand signal for domestic violence in a car behind them. The hand signal has been doing the rounds on social media such as TikTok, to call for help in dangerous situations like this. Faith Macale reports on how social media has helped spread awareness of domestic violence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Benay Ozdemir caught up with coach Steve Robinson to discuss how community sports can bounce back after COVID-19. The need for kids to join community sports is greater than ever as basketball player, Meg, explains how important it is to join community sports.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With COP26 climate summit currently underway, we delve into what it is actually all about, why we should care and how people are responding to the summit.  Reporter Angus Drain has the story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 lives were lost in the tragedy in Texas and reports have been circulating about the crowd control and staffing issues at the event. Reporter Benjamin Lamb caught up with serial concert goer and mosh pit attendee Daniel Coady about what can go wrong in a mosh pit and what could’ve been done differently during the Travis Scott show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are 46 refugees being detained at the Park Hotel on Swanston St. Now, at least 19 of them have contracted Covid-19. Activists and health experts have been warning it was only a matter of time, so could the government have done more to protect these refugees under their care? Rachael Vassallo reports. Guests: Aisha Jallo, Campaign against Racism and Fascism See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Last week, Facebook Inc., the company that runs social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, changed its name to 'Meta'. Is this a big step forward for how we interact, or a leap too far for young people concerned about privacy? Benjamin Lamb reports. Guests: Dr. Marcus Carter, Senior Lecturer in Digital Cultures at the University of Sydney See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

A new survey on Year 12 students has found that close to 60 per cent of students are worried about their mental health. Now, DrinkWise has launched a campaign involving some pretty famous Australians to provide support leading into exams. Reporter Lynton Martin caught up with CEO of Drink Wise Simon Strahan and Year 12 student Mark Kriaris.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

A new brief from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute outlines the data informing the decision to send kids back to the classroom. But what does it actually mean for schools, students, and teachers? Reporter: Neve Brissenden Guests: Sharon Goldfield, Head of Population Health, MCRI James Thorley, teacher See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Faith Macale caught up with Anti-Poverty Week Australia's executive director Toni Wren for this week's News Talk.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International students have faced tough times during the pandemic - many have been stuck in Australia without their families and friends. Welcome Dinner, a charity set up three years ago has been providing assistance to those facing loneliness and isolation. Emile Pavlich reports.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Julia Enter caught up with former North Melbourne AFL player Tom Campbell to discuss the launch of AFL Players for Climate Action, a group supporting AFL players and their fans to take action against climate change.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reopening was announced, but as has been the case throughout the last few years, there's nothing to support live music and those in the arts industry - what's their role in the roadmap?  With density quotas many venues are struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel.  Benjamin Lamb reports.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian made her mark on the long running comedy show last weekend and shocked many with her self-deprecating jokes, funny sketches and ability to not take herself too seriously. Benjamin Lamb has this report.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Benjamin Lamb takes a look into some of the top stories from the past week.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Researchers in Australia have noticed a worrying trend - after large-scale lockdowns, there's a surge in drownings. So as the weather warms up, and our major cities come out of lockdown, how can we prevent another summer drowning spike? Fae O'Toole reports. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report by the Australian Conservation Foundation and the Australia Institute has shone a light on 'junk' carbon credits utilised as part of the Federal Government's  Emission Reduction Fund.  Emile Pavlich has the story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western Australia recently announced that native logging will be banned from 2024. Reporter Lilian Bernhardt wakes us through the decision, the timber industry's  response, and speak to campaign director of the Western Australian Forest Alliance, Jess Beckerling.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Benay Ozdemir caught up with Dr Hao Wu to discuss property markets in Melbourne. The housing boom continues to rise as Capio Property Group CEO, Mark Bainey, highlights what this means for the future for young people buying their first homes.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new survey from the Australian Sports Foundation reveals many community sports clubs are struggling from the financial impact of the covid-19 pandemic. Producer Angus Thomson caught up with Patrick Walker from the Foundation to discuss what it means for young people.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reporter Benjamin Lamb caught up with comedy podcaster Jon Schneider to discuss the legacy of the comedian's life, and what it means for the world of comedy here in Australia and abroad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.