The Front

Sacked radio host Kyle Sandilands has returned to the airwaves in the hotly anticipated launch of his independent production. Plus, Iran releases footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, and Australians ditch diesel cars for Chinese EVs. Read more:  Kyle Sandilands spotted leaving Sydney studio after podcast launch disaster Iran releases video of supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei Australian...

Former broadcaster Ray Hadley will this week enter the witness box to give evidence in the criminal trial of his former close colleague and rival Alan Jones, who’s pleaded not guilty to 22 charges involving sexual contact with young men. Jones’ barrister has already told the trial Hadley wanted to destroy Jones, and he’ll be giving evidence for the Crown. Liam Mendes joins us.&nb...

Ariana Grande is a 33-year-old superstar who is vanishing before our eyes. Are we allowed to say that? Is it OK for the rest of us to have opinions about the body of one of the world’s most photographed women?  By expressing concern – or something else – about someone who looks so unwell, are we making things worse: projecting our own problems and hang-ups on the most talent...

Meta has been ordered to pay $1.34 billion in penalties for social media harms to children. Plus, a new defence pact has been established against Iran, and significant staff shortages have caused delays at Sydney Airport. Read more:  Saudi, Pakistan, Turkey to sign defence pact amid warnings of attacks by Iran proxies Meta ordered to pay $1.34bn to address harm to kids from social media Sydne...

Emotions are running high at the Bondi Beach massacre Royal Commission, with accusations of grandstanding and the pursuit of clickbait - and even the commissioner’s getting fired up. In today’s episode, how one Jewish leader found himself being cross-examined about the actions of Israel at a forum that many thought would be about easing tensions, rather than inflaming them. Read more a...

The ABC’s managing director Hugh Marks has told Gina Rinehart the broadcaster is sorry for a skit aired in the Race Around The World program on July 12. Plus, experts say Australia should be urgently vaccinating birds and other animals against the H5N1 bird flu, and Geelong’s secret concussion deal with player. Read more:  ABC apologises for airing ‘disgusting’ Gina Ri...

It’s the bombshell report sending shockwaves through Victorian politics. After an eight-year investigation, findings by Operation Richmond into dealings between the Andrews government and the United Firefighters Union are out in the open. And though no findings of corruption have been made, it’s creating a massive headache for Victoria’s new premier, who’s preparing to hit...

The parent company of Facebook and Instagram has lost billions of dollars in profits as bills from multiple lawsuits stack up. Plus, the government winds back its so-called “widow’s tax”, a new desl to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Jetstar passengers facing a new fee for using overhead lockers,  Read more:  Meta’s soaring $2.4bn legal bill wipes out profit grow...

Multi-lingual migrant students are boosting literacy and numeracy results in schools across Australia. That’s according to the latest results from the National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy, released on Wednesday. Education Editor Natasha Bita unpacks this year’s NAPLAN results – and goes inside one school that’s boosting skills the old-fashioned way.  R...

Hundreds of Qantas back office roles could move offshore as the airline scrambles to save on costs. Plus, Acting PM Marles plays down Australia’s property slump, new Victorian Premier Ben Carroll braces for the release of a bombshell anti-corruption report, and Australian cinema sees its second-biggest day in box-office history.  Read more:  Qantas in talks with Accenture to move h...

The Albanese government wanted to turn down the temperature on Australia’s housing market and help young people get a foot on the property ladder. But just months after Labor’s property tax shake-up, home values are crashing, investors are running scared, and taxpayers are underwriting billions of dollars of debt. So, was this all part of the plan? The Australian’s political edit...

One Nation has unveiled the team that will take on Labor and the Liberals at the Victorian state election in November. Plus, Alan Jones’ trial gets underway in Sydney, two die in a Greek helicopter crash, and Delta Goodrem closes the Commonwealth Games in style.  Read more:  One Nation bans ABC, The Guardian as Victorian team unveiled Alleged assaults detailed as blockbuster Alan J...

He was once the most-powerful man in Australian broadcasting. Now, Alan Jones will defend himself in court against accusations of indecent assault and sexual touching dating back decades – allegations he strenuously denies.  Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel . This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey...

It’s the endlessly quotable film that captured Australia’s soul almost 30 years ago – and, now, The Castle is hoping to capture the hearts of a new generation. The Kerrigan family’s fight for their beloved home is coming to the stage in a new play from The Castle’s creators. Read more about this story at  theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to o...

Hamas militants and other Palestinian militias will purportedly lay down their arms under a deal designed to bring peace to the Middle East. Plus, runner Rose Davies makes history in Glasgow and Conroy clarifies his US subs comments. Read more:  ‘Monumental step’ says Trump as Hamas agrees to disarm Rose Davies wins 5000m in thrilling finish, cyclists come to gold medal party Conr...

Pizza chain Domino’s will close as many as 60 stores – half of them in Australia and New Zealand – after posting its biggest loss in decades. Investors are focusing on the positives, prompting a share price jump. But Domino’s is far from out of the woods, as skyrocketing inflation and some risky business decisions bite. So, can the servers of super-cheap pizza bounce back?...

Prince Harry and a group of other celebrities are on the hook for a multimillion-dollar legal bill after their privacy claim against the Daily Mail failed. Plus, a portrait of Alex Ryvchin wins the 2026 Archibald People’s Choice Award, and Australia’s eSafety Commissioner seeks to slap Telegram with a huge penalty.  Read more:  Harry’s insurance for Daily Mail court cas...

Former Liberal chief-of-staff Fiona Brown has won a payout from the Commonwealth after she accused them of breaching her workplace rights in the wake of Brittany Higgins’ unsubstantiated claims of a government cover-up.  So what does it all mean for everyone else who works in the emotionally charged and HR-free political bubble? Stephen Rice is here.  Read more about this story at&...

The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted their first joint strikes on Iranian military assets on Wednesday. Plus, inflation falls more than expected and Australia’s Commonwealth Games gold rush continues.  Read more:  US, Saudi in joint strike on Iran sites in Iraq after Tehran attack on US forces as it demands more control over Hormuz Inflation in bigger than expected drop to...

Kyle Sandilands is back and – spoiler – he’s really good. The dumped FM radio host is rebuilding with a new app, a daily breakfast vodcast launching next month – and for the very keen, a video documentary series giving a taste of what’s ahead. Jenna Clarke and Claire Harvey both coughed up for the app and Jenna joins us to dish on the new-look Kyle, trackie-dacks and...

Reserve Bank boss Michele Bullock says interest rates are likely going up. Plus, Victoria’s new Premier makes his first moves.  Read more:  Bullock warns of additional rate hikes to tame inflation Ben Carroll orders royal commission into construction sector after becoming Premier Commentary by Eric Johnston: Enemy of business: How Labor broke Victoria’s economy Commentary by...

Jacinta Allan quits and now Labor’s new premier has just months to try and save the 12-year-old Government or become a Trivial Pursuit question. Damon Johnston joins us to discuss how it all went down the gurgler for Allan. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel . Follow the latest coverage on our live blog: Jacinta Allan re...

 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday – and he wants the US President to keep pushing to get rid of Iran’s ayatollahs. Plus, ‘The Deb’ star Charlotte McInnes launches Rebel Wilson defamation appeal. Read more:  Netanyahu heads to US as relations with Trump crumble Charlotte MacInnes accuses Rebel Wilson of...

Mia Freedman and Leigh Sales have both copped it from audiences over the appointment of Freedman’s son Luca Lavigne as Mamamia’s new CEO - but who says men can’t run women-focused businesses? Plus, Samantha Armytage bumps trial co-host Joel Dry from the Today couch. Steve Jackson’s here to discuss all the big yarns in media and entertainment.  Read more about this stor...

From the Bachelor’s Handbag (Woolies roast chook) to the Fridge Cigarette (Coke Zero), Australian slang is evolving far beyond Crocodile Dundee. Meet the anti-influencer behind The Deni Dictionary, a wildly popular Instagram page putting jet fuel into local vernacular. Find out more about The Front podcast here . You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Au...