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The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the cash rate to 4.6 per cent, a 15-year high, citing persistent inflation driven by domestic spending, the Middle East conflict, and weak economic productivity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Armour and Artillery Museum in Cairns houses one of the world's largest private collections of tanks and armoured vehicles on public display. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully reached orbit for the first time, despite experiencing an engine flame-out during its latest mission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crocodile mating season has begun earlier than expected in Australia's Northern Territory due to warmer weather, with dominant male crocodiles actively patrolling Darwin Harbour in search of mates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amazon's Prime Big Deals Day sale event runs until next Monday, featuring discounts of up to 58 per cent across technology, home appliances, everyday essentials and gift items. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Devine was surfing alone at Cabarita Beach in northern New South Wales when a large shark rammed into him from below, knocking him off his board and striking him again in the water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends the government's economic management as the Reserve Bank of Australia prepares to raise interest rates to their highest level in 15 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New South Wales minister Janelle Saffin has been caught charging taxpayers nearly $150 for minibar expenses during an eight-night stay at the Sofitel, including three bottles of Pinot Noir, cashews, chips and sparkling water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates to 4.6 per cent, making Australia's cash rate the second highest in the developed world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank of Australia's monetary policy meeting is expected to result in an interest rate rise from 4.35% to 4.6%, with a 90% probability according to money markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to raise the cash rate for the fourth time in 2022, bringing interest rates to their highest level since 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam Mac visits Accor Stadium in Sydney five days before the NRL Grand Final to tour the venue and assist with ground preparation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence is being used by landlords and real estate agents to digitally enhance or completely reimagine property photos in online listings, creating misleading representations of homes. The technology can hide defects like cracks and damaged carpets, add virtual furniture, improve landscaping, and make properties appear renovated when they aren't. Property valuers and experts warn t...

Tom Cruise discusses his dramatic physical transformation for his new film Digger, where he plays the US President in a head-to-toe prosthetic suit that initially took six hours to apply. The actor reveals he's been involved with the project for seven years and is simultaneously working on multiple films including Mission: Impossible while preparing future projects. In his only Australian televisi...

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to deliver its fourth interest rate hike for 2026, potentially pushing the cash rate to its highest level in 15 years. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek defends the government's economic management, citing Australia's AAA credit rating, budget surpluses and practical cost-of-living measures like bulk-billing clinics and cheaper medicines. One Nation...

Brisbane Lions completed a historic three-peat AFL premiership after staging a miraculous comeback in Saturday's Grand Final, kicking four goals in the final four minutes to defeat their opponents. The Lions received a hero's welcome upon returning to Brisbane, with coach Chris Fagan reflecting on the achievement whilst contemplating his future with the club. The team now has the opportunity to pu...

Thousands of giant bogong moths are migrating across Australia's east coast, appearing in homes and around lights in unprecedented numbers not seen since the 2017 drought. The endangered moths are travelling from inland regions towards the Alps, potentially displaced by strong northwesterly winds, and use the moon and stars to navigate but become confused by artificial lighting. Despite their enda...

Surveillance drones have detected nearly 500 shark alerts along New South Wales beaches in the past three months, prompting an expanded monitoring programme following last summer's deadly attacks. The drone operation has increased fivefold compared to last year, with pilots manually identifying shark species and size before notifying lifeguards who decide whether to close beaches. A trial of AI te...

The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to implement a fourth interest rate rise, pushing the cash rate to a 15-year high of 4.6%. Chief Economist Shane Oliver explains that despite consumer cutbacks, demand in the economy remains too high relative to supply capacity, with additional inflationary pressures from petrol prices, energy costs, and potential El Niño effects on food prices. Mos...

Kingscliff Beach in New South Wales' Tweed region has been recognised by Lonely Planet's 2027 Best in Travel list as one of approximately 50 destinations worldwide. The coastal town, located a 20-minute drive from the Gold Coast, offers beach activities including nippers programmes and opportunities for whale and dolphin spotting. The region is being promoted as a premier travel destination throug...

Five men have been arrested on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offences after UK police intercepted three suspicious vans en route to RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, a US military base housing long-range bombers involved in targeting Iran. The base had raised its threat level to Delta, the highest possible level, approximately one week prior to the arrests. Local residents near the base hav...

Australian families are spending approximately $34,000 per year raising two children, representing a 134 per cent increase over the past two decades. Childcare accounts for over a third of family costs, despite recent government subsidy increases of five per cent. Parents are expected to spend around $100 per child per day during school holiday periods, with expenses including childcare, clothing,...

A tortoise named Lard escaped from his yard in Colorado, prompting an animal control response to return him to his enclosure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fashion Thrift Society has expanded from a small 10-seller market in Perth during the COVID-19 pandemic, to Australia's largest travelling fashion market. It now operates across six countries including Australia, New Zealand, England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. The market promotes sustainable fashion by offering vintage, pre-loved, and small business items, encouraging consumers to recycle ward...

The Victorian town of Horsham is attempting to break the Nutbush dance record for the second time, ten years after their first record-setting performance. The mass community dance event is raising funds for the Fiona Elsey Cancer Research Institute in Ballarat, the only regional-based, community-funded cancer research institute in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.