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The boss of the Home Affairs Department Mike Pezzullo has stood-aside ....  pending an investigation into his conduct. Pensioners and Jobseekers will be able to work for longer while retaining their welfare payments -- under a series of reforms. And Taylor Swift is spotted out and about with her new man    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians being reassured authorities are much better prepared for this years bushfire season.  Latest polling shows Voice support is falling but PM Anthony Albanese confirms both sides of politics would be involved in set up of advisory body.  NASA makes historic announcement as samples from an asteroid make their way to earth.  Usher unveiled as the 2024 Superbowl halftime entertainment.  See...

A new survey suggest The Voice is headed for defeat Federal Police launch new campaign targeting scammers Pay disputes put chicken supply under threat See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health experts are urging the government to include school closures in the inquiry into the Covid response Energy Australia accused of misleading customers Starbucks staff back paid more than four million dollars See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Qantas C-E-O has issued a public apology to customers. The government says the budget surplus will help build the country's financial foundation. And A war of words has errupted between Joe Jonas and ex Sophie Turner  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 17 million Australians are now enrolled to vote in next month's voice referendum.  One of Australia's top doctors says it's ridiculous state and territory leaders won't be examined at inquiry into Australia's pandemic response.  Media mogul Rupert Murdoch to step down from News Corp and Fox after seven decades in media.  Aussie popstar Delta Goodrem announces she's engaged to long term p...

A health expert, public servant and economist will lead a three-person inquiry into Australia's handling of Covid-19. The ANU has distanced itself from a spitting professor. And The Aria awards nominations have been revealed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A unions-led inquiry into skyrocketing grocery prices, high energy bills and soaring airfares begins today.  The PM is set to announce a special commission of Inquiry into Australia's covid response today.  More than 190,000 Australians caught up in Pizza Hut cyber hack.  Wanderlust Festival drops Russell Brand as its main act following sexual assault allegations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Foreign workers earning more-than 120-thousand-dollars a year could soon have their visa fast-tracked as part of reforms to the migration system. An armed gunman who'd been at the centre of a three day man-hunt has been shot dead by Victorian police. And Ex Qantas boss Alan Joyce earned how much? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A total fire ban has been declared across Greater Sydney and the Greater Hunter regions Olympian Cathy Freeman backs Yes vote  Manhunt continues across two states for gunman with alleged bikie links  YouTube demonetises Russell Brand on its platform  Olivia Rodrigo cancels Aussie tour  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Weather Bureau has formally declared the arrival of an El Niño event. The PM is urging "yes" and "no" supporters to show respect, as campaigning on the Voice heats up. And Olivia Rodrigo cancels trip to Sydney See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Qantas boss Alan Joyce invited to Senate inquiry into Australia's aviation industry.  Jacinta Price leads one of the biggest no rallies the no campaign has held to date in Adelaide overnight.  Two women remain in hospital following stabbing at Australia's National University in Canberra yesterday.  Christmas sales to be bigger and start earlier this festive season.  See omnystudio.com/liste...

Energy Minsiter Chris Bowen says the Liberals need to "put up or shut up" over their nuclear energy plans. Dating apps could face tougher regulations if they don't act to reduce the prevalence of sexual assault, harassment and abuse on their platforms. And This Hollywood star has lashed out at Drake  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of people have rallied across the country in support of the Yes campaign.  Micelle Bullock takes over as the RBA Governor from today.  A senate inquiry will begin this week into Qatar airways being blocked from adding extra flights in Australia.  Actor and comedian Russell Brand denies sexual assault allegations.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listeria outbreaks have been identified across three states Russell Brand denies claims of rape and sexual assault Yes supporters ramp up their campaign See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have announced the end of their marriage Former indigenous AFL players launch class action against the league Tik tok faces hefty fine over privacy breaches   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More jail time for Chris Dawson Victoria's thunderstorm asthma warning NSW Police investigate taser death   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hunter Biden accused of lying about his drug addiction on gun paperwork WHO says true toll of Libya flooding crisis isn't yet known Luxury cruise ship freed in Greenland NASA released report into UFO sightings  Knights wrap up minor premiership in NRL-W See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the lead opponents of the Voice has hit out at the proposed body. Australia's unemployment rate has remained steady over the past month. And Margot Robbie joins the picket line  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A High Court ruling found the sacking of 1700 workers was illegal  A second man has been shot in Sydney, the second in two days  Luxury cruise ship has run aground in Greenland  US prison escapee recaptured  Valentine Holmes handed breach notice over white powder photo NSYNC denies plans for an album    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift has cleaned-up at MTV's Video Music Awards taking home Nine gongs. Qantas says it "acknowledges and accepts" the decision to dismiss its appeal over the sacking of almost 17-hundred ground staff. And Liam Payne is back in hospital See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

143k new enrolments have been submitted since the referendum was announced High court to rule on Qantas sackings  US President facing impeachment inquiry Pies star Brayden Maynard cleared of rough conduct  Fan rushes stage at Drake show in Texas  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM has accused opponents of the Voice for using "fear over fact" as it campaigns ahead of the October 14 referendum. Labor is in talks with the construction sector to ensure its housing plan isn't scuttled by supply chain issues. And Amy Schumer apologises - kind of See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government's $10bn housing fund to pass as early as this week  Volunteers for No campaign told to use fear & doubt to convince voters  Crown Casino being sued  Ethics index shows politicians least trusted of all professions Alyssa Healy signs three year contract extension with the Sixers  Drew Barrymore under fire for bringing back talk show amid Hollywood strikes  See omnystudio.c...

The Voice Referendum Set To Go Ahead After P-M Visits Governor General For Writs.  Labor And Greens Come To A Deal to Pass $10b Housing Fund Legislation.  People Aged Over 45 Drowning At Higher Rates Than Previous Years.  And Dingo Destroyed After Attacking Tourist On K'Gari Fraser Island See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.