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All sides of politics are praising the contributions of Bill Shorten, who's announced plans to leave Federal Parliament. The Reserve Bank Governor has laughed-off suggestions she's "at war" with Treasurer Jim Chalmers. And British Deputy PM spotted raving with Fisher See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A big day for Australia in Paris, with nine medals A school shooting in Georgia Alex De Minaur out of the US Open And actor Christie Whelan Browne settles a sexual harassment law suit against theatre company See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What on earth is happening with the census? It's an issue that's (literally) close to home for Joe, and he's got the inside word on how it's all gone so pear-shaped. Plus, Mark 'Moz' Morri on the dodgy ship carrying $300 million worth of illegal tobacco that authorities can't touch. LINKS Read Joe's column in The Daily Telegraph here Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapo...

The Defamation Trial involving WA Senator, Linda Reynolds, and her former staffer, Brittany Higgins, has wrapped up Social media giant META throws onus back on parents, when it comes to kids online safety The last round of the NRL gets underway And The Kid Laroi to headline the NRL's Grand Final entertainment  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Treasurer is defending Labor's economic strategy -- after new data revealed Australia's economy has grown at its slowest pace in about 30 years. An Australian-led review of health effects from radio wave exposure has found that mobile phones are not linked to head cancers. And Travis Kelce's team have called in the lawyers over a supposed leaked contract from his PR company See omnystudio.com/...

Worries about how the government will balance cost of living pressures and a slowing economy A fresh push for dental treatment to be added to Medicare The quarter finals playing out at the US tennis open today And Raygun set to break her silence, with a TV interview tonight! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Turner has won gold in the 400 metres T-36 final 2 people rescued from broken down yacht, relieved to be back on dry land Russia ups the ante in Ukraine Latrell Mitchell cleared,  not  to play! And one Elle of a life: Super model outlines secret cancer battle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 16 year-old Queensland teen is facing terror charges, accused of attempting to buy firearms to attack a local school. Grim new stats have revealed more than half of Aussie's are running out money before their next payday. AND Zac Efron has been spotted at the Venice Film Festival, just weeks after being rushed to hospital!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relay gold for Australia, as Alexa Leary chases down frontrunner in final leg Vaping linked with stress in our kids The latest on the wild weather doing the rounds And a huge honour for Aussie director, Peter Weir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A female tiger handler has been rushed to hospital on the Gold Coast, after she was mauled at Dreamworld.... New data has shown a decline in Australia's melanoma rates. AND Adele has made a bombshell announcement!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands rallying in response to deaths of six more Israeli hostages held by Hamas New Serious Domestic Abuse Prevention Orders to be introduced in NSW Parliament Newcastle and the Dolphins to fight it out for top 8 finish And some fun news for Bluey fans See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia secure's its fifth gold medal of the Paralympics. Multiple states issued with major weather warnings. And the first vaccinations against polio for babies have been carried out by Palestinian health workers in Khan Younis, ahead of a mass immunisation program by UNICEF across Gaza later today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia take's home another three medals at the Paralympics, two Gold and one Silver. The NSW Liberals to face three by-elections, following the resignation of Pittwater MP Rory Amon, over sexual assault charges. And at least six killed in Ukraine following another air strike from Russia.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A question about sexuality will be included in the 2026 Census, after a back flip from the Federal Government. Privacy concerns have been raised - over a new plan which would enable schools across the country to share student data. AND Oasis have already added more dates to their reunion tour!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Gallagher and Rowan Crothers go 1,3 in the S10 50 metres freestyle for Australia Police across two states now seeking woman, not seen for 10 days Experts say the Reserve Bank needs to switch focus away from inflation Marcus Bontempelli the toast of the AFL again And George and Amal Clooney turn on the charm for the boss of Apple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government says a new report into power reliability shows its plan for the nation's grid is working. Australia's Foreign Minister has condemned an attack on a U-N car in Gaza. And C-I-A reveals chilling details about foiled Terror Plot at Taylor Swift concert  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has slammed a journalist for being unethical, for recording a private convo at the Pacific Island's Forum. The Federal Gov is being accused of encouraging the tobacco black market, by increasing the tax on cigarettes.  AND Taylor Swift's boyfriend Travis Kelce and his brother Jason have signed a huge deal with Amazon.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Joe's diving into the Northern Territory’s electoral carnage and what it means for Albo and the Labor states.  Also, are we on the brink of World War 3?  Should we be heading to the nuclear bunker?   With fears of an all-out regional conflict in the Middle East, Joe is joined by National Security Expert, Glenn Kolomeitz to get his insight of what’s going on.   LINKS Read Joe's column in...

Tragedy over in Vietnam, with two Aussie boxers dying while on holiday. More protests are being flagged across the country, following yesterday's tradie strike action in support of the CFMEU. AND More sad details around Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce have been revealed.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man and woman charged with murder, over death of emaciated 12 year old girl Perth man jailed over horror sextortion offences One more Israeli hostage freed from Hamas Rinky Hijikata moves through to Round 2 in New York And the Gold Logie winner takes out an AVO   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher have put their 15-year feud to bed -- announcing one of the world's most highly anticipated reunions! A new cap will be placed on international student numbers at Aussie universities. And Paralympians who finish on the podium in Paris will receive the same financial rewards as Olympians.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese Government says it's standing firm on it's decision to place the CFMEU into administration, despite thousands of tradies walking off the job in protest.  Paralympians have welcomed the announcement they'll be financially awarded or winning medals at the upcoming Paris Games. AND Mariah Carey releases a statement following personal tragedy.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

Tens of thousands of CFMEU members are expected to protest today, following the Commonwealth's takeover of the union A man shot while trying to protect his daughter, in Melbourne A good start for Aussie Alexei Popyrin at the US tennis Open And the latest rumours swirling around Ben Affleck See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government is promising big improvements to air travel -- under its reforms to the aviation sector. The P-M comments on new I-R laws. and Taylor Swift throw birthday bash for bestie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's “right to disconnect” laws have officially kicked into effect today. Airlines could soon be forced to refund passengers for cancelled flights - under new reforms being outlined in an Aviation White Paper.  AND Ed Sheeran has welcomed an Aussie star on stage with him in Romania!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.