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A competitive sport called 'run it straight' involves participants deliberately colliding head-on with the goal of knocking opponents unconscious. The sport has staged its first female competition in Brisbane, prompting renewed concerns from neuroscientists and concussion experts about the deliberate exploitation of brain injury risks. Unlike traditional contact sports where players can evade or d...

A freight train crew in Canada captured dramatic footage as their train was engulfed by flames during a major bushfire. The crew escaped safely despite extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds that fuelled the rapidly spreading fire. The incident showcased the dangerous conditions faced by transport workers during severe bushfire events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Birthday Trip is an Australian film starring Luke Jacobs and Annalise Hall about three millennial couples whose relationships are tested during a weekend getaway. Set in the New South Wales Southern Highlands, the story follows three women who know each other and their partners who don't, exploring the conflicts and dynamics that emerge between the couples and within the group. The film featur...

Aviation authorities have issued a warning about the dangers of lithium batteries in checked luggage on commercial flights. The UK Civil Aviation Authority reports over 100 million power banks have been incorrectly packed in checked bags rather than hand luggage, where they can overheat and cause fires. The European Union has banned airlines from charging for cabin luggage, requiring transparent p...

The City of Yarra has voted to cancel its six-year e-bike sharing trial with Lime, citing persistent issues with bikes being dumped on footpaths and blocking access for prams and wheelchairs. Yarra Mayor Stephen Jolly states the company refused to adequately police problematic users or contribute financially to address the issues, despite making $900 million internationally last year. The council...

A 35-year-old man, Jack Chung, was shot dead in his driveway in Carlingford, Sydney, in what police are investigating as an execution-style killing. Detectives discovered a GPS tracking device attached to his car, and the victim's brother is understood to be a member of Sydney's coconut cartel. Former NSW Police Detective Superintendent Robert Critchlow discusses the methodical investigation proce...

Energy Consumers Australia reports that 21% of Australian households are forgoing essentials like rent, mortgage payments or non-bulk billed medical treatment to pay power bills, with 62% avoiding air conditioning or heating to save money. Victorian opposition leader Jess Wilson has pledged to restrict taxpayer-funded travel to domestic trips only, following revelations that coalition colleagues s...

A five-year-old boy is in critical condition following a major crash in Ashcroft, Sydney's far southwest, that occurred just before 9pm. Two adults and another child were also hospitalised in the collision, which left one vehicle's front completely crumpled. Police are investigating the cause of the crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cost of living stress affects four in five Australians, with levels higher than 12 months ago according to community tracker data. Financial pressure and personal debt are causing significant distress, though many people keep these struggles private due to embarrassment or shame. Support resources include the National Debt Helpline for free financial counselling, bank financial support programmes,...

Three one-pan dinner recipes designed for easy weeknight cooking with minimal cleanup include a creamy Italian-inspired chicken with yoghurt and sun-dried tomatoes, honey-glazed pork cutlets with root vegetables, and chicken meatballs made with oats in tomato sauce. Each recipe is developed by nutritionist Sarah DiLorenzo to be both family-friendly and health-conscious, incorporating ingredients l...

Former CIA agent Mike Baker shares critical lessons from his espionage career, including the importance of observational skills, defining clear missions, thorough research of operating environments, and making quick decisions with incomplete information. Baker discusses how CIA training techniques, such as memory exercises with objects on trays, develop crucial skills that apply equally to intelli...

Adelaide's Fearless Academy teaches older Australians circus-based movement skills, including parkour-style rolling techniques, to help them safely navigate falls and prevent injuries. Founded by trapeze artist Jon O'Drack, who survived a serious motorbike accident using his acrobatic training, the programme builds strength and confidence in seniors through structured circus exercises. AusActive,...

Rising interest rates and living costs are forcing Australian mortgage holders to struggle with repayments, with many facing potential default. Banks typically allow several days for missed direct debit attempts before imposing late fees, and 14 days before reporting to credit files, though they prefer to work with borrowers rather than repossess homes. Financial experts recommend requesting rate...

Two alleged stabbings at Queensland schools within days have prompted calls for metal detectors to be installed in Australian schools. A 17-year-old boy was hospitalised in life-threatening condition after an alleged stabbing at a Brisbane school, following another alleged stabbing incident at a Cairns high school involving a 15-year-old. Former school principal Tracey Tully advocates for metal de...

Brad Cox, ARIA chart topper and Golden Guitar winner, releases his romantic new single 'One of the Odds' following his CMA Fest debut in Nashville. The country music star discusses his evolution as a songwriter at 31, reflecting on marriage, life on his central Queensland hobby farm with 120-130 fruit trees and goats, and his upcoming Multiple Dimensions tour. The tour begins in Perth and visits m...

Seven Network has acquired the rights to broadcast I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here in 2025, bringing the global reality TV franchise to Australian screens. The show will feature celebrities competing to become king or queen of the jungle through various challenges and trials. Details about hosts, filming location, and celebrity contestants remain unannounced, though speculation includes potent...

The death of 27-year-old Melbourne footballer Nathan Fitzgerald, who hit his head on a covered cricket pitch during a local match, has sparked calls for mandatory safety checks of sporting grounds across Australia. Mark Unwin, CEO of the Australian Sports Turf Managers Association, explains that while safety standards exist, there is no single national guideline for multi-use sporting facilities....

Australia faces potential fuel price increases exceeding $100-110 per barrel as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to disrupt oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz. The International Energy Agency's strategic oil reserve releases, totalling 400 million barrels, are set to end this month, which could intensify supply shortfalls. The Australian government faces pressure to maintai...

34-year-old Rayan El-Houly faces charges of being a member of a terrorist organisation after leaving Australia for Syria in 2014. Court documents reveal prosecution evidence including recordings where she allegedly showed her young children ISIS videos and filmed herself teaching them how to hold toy guns. A final decision on her bail application will be handed down next week in Melbourne, with he...

Four people have been charged after a Lebanese seafood restaurant in Strathfield was deliberately set on fire at 2am on Friday. Two men and two teenagers were arrested following five search warrants executed across Sydney suburbs including Hurstville, Ramsgate, Mortdale, Bass Hill and Emu Plains. No injuries were reported in the incident, and the accused are scheduled to appear in court. See omnys...

A 35-year-old man is expected to face charges following a rampage in Newtown, Sydney's inner west, that forced children into lockdown at holiday care facilities and caused damage to homes and cars. The incident ended when the man fell through a pergola between two homes and was apprehended by police. He is currently recovering in hospital while police finalise charges. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Australia's illicit tobacco market is driving a surge in smoking, with nicotine consumption 40% higher in 2025 than in 2017. The black market trade, linked to organised crime, is forecast to cost the federal budget more than $8 billion in lost revenue. Housing Minister Claire O'Neill argues the issue requires better border protection and enforcement rather than reducing tobacco excise, while Shado...

Rideshare company Uber is introducing cash payment options for rides across Australia, responding to data showing cash still accounts for 15% of payments in the country. The Reserve Bank of Australia's Consumer Payments Survey reveals about half of Australians continue using cash during a typical week, with younger generations particularly using it as a budgeting tool. While digital payments remai...

Donald Trump has abandoned plans to impose a toll on the Strait of Hormuz, opting instead for new trade and investment agreements with Gulf states. The waterway remains open to all traffic except Iran as the US blockade resumes. Ongoing strikes between the US and Iran continue to escalate as diplomatic efforts stall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arthur's Seat on the Mornington Peninsula features a sky safari gondola system with 34 safari-style gondolas, each weighing 750 kilos and carrying up to eight passengers. The gondola ride reaches Tower 9, which sits 21 metres in the air, offering 360-degree views of Port Phillip Bay, Western Port Bay, and Melbourne. The gondolas feature removable windows for an open-air safari experience. See omny...