Paul Murray Live

The prime minister backs Chris Minns on banning Nazi slogans, Jacinta Allan promises a ban on face masks at protests. Plus, one of ABC's best known presenters warns that the Liberal Party will face brand damage if they ditch Sussan Ley.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power bill shock sparks fresh anxiety as the PM battles the cost of living crisis, most Aussies say net zero by 2050 is a fantasy. Plus, electricity rebates could vanish as businesses struggle with soaring costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shocking survey reveals how many Australians think political violence is justified, Andrew Windsor’s behaviour to be debated in the UK Parliament. Plus, radio legend John Laws remembered after passing away at 90. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Economic future is looking grim under Labor, Liberals recalled to parliament to bicker over net zero. Plus, one in three Australians experience food insecurity.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Hawke unloads on the PM in a fiery Question Time, Albanese splashes $1 billion on his green gala. Plus, another Dan Andrews promise goes up in smoke as Victorian power prices rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ASIO boss Mike Burgess delivers damning new security warnings, a massive $841m public sector wage blowout tests Labor’s spending limits. Plus, a female jockey stuns with a historic double win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Optus wrestles back control of its mobile networks from Nokia, the Nationals officially dump net zero. Plus, Anthony Albanese accused of running his own cult of secrecy after once slamming a “culture of cover-up”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Immigration fears surge as support for One Nation doubles, Liberals push for a net zero review despite Nationals' revolt. Plus, Chris Bown claims climate secrecy is in the nation's best interest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BOM’s new radar crashes as dangerous storms hammer SEQ, the Albanese government slammed for ignoring over 2,000 Senate questions. Plus, the Senate forces Chris Bowen to cough up his secret climate documents. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NAB chief economist warns no rate cut until mid-2026, ministers grill BOM chief over $4.1m website disaster. Plus, neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell cleared of offensive behaviour after Ballarat white supremacist march. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Bowen warns in secret briefing that power bills will rise and 2030 targets need urgent action, Tim Ayres blames Coalition for high energy costs despite Labor’s term. Plus, BCA warns not to leave environmental laws to Labor and the Greens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign buyers snap up more Victorian homes despite new taxes, Jacinta Allan insists her machete ban is working despite another violent brawl. Plus, Barnaby Joyce erupts over net zero as he walks out of the Nationals party room. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Town hits Belconnen as Paul Murray takes the show on the road with big guests, Albanese jets to Malaysia and South Korea for key summits. Plus, Labor pushes ahead with Australia’s first national environment watchdog. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor’s migration numbers set to blow past forecasts by 15 per cent, premier under pressure after Luna Park attackers granted bail. Plus, Optus bosses shown the door after the triple-zero debacle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW knocks back more flood funding, blaming tight budgets, Chris Bowen fumes over Queensland keeping coal alive. Plus, a new poll shows Victorians have little appetite for Labor’s push for an Indigenous Treaty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump puts Kevin Rudd firmly in his place during a fiery White House showdown, First Nations councils handed direct access to Queensland ministers. Plus, Optus customers turn on the telco after the deadly triple-zero failure. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Australians want from Albanese ahead of his crucial meeting with Donald Trump, Wayne Cheeseman slams violent protesters. Plus, the independents who raked in millions during the election campaign.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Police commander erupts after violent Melbourne protests declaring “enough’s enough”, Anthony Albanese’s secret getaway sparks wedding rumours. Plus, Barnaby Joyce edges closer to a One Nation defection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's unemployment rate goes up, marking the highest level since November 2021. Plus, Anthony Albanese to face US President Donald Trump over climate tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Net Zero debate diving the nation, EV lobby calls for 2035 petrol car sale ban, Australian birth rate hits record low. Plus, will peace hold in the Middle East? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal Leader Sussan Ley urges for an investigation into Senator Lidia Thorpe, armed carjacking shakes Melbourne's CBD as Premier Jacinta Allan declares Victoria is 'safe'. Plus, Israeli hostages reunite with their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rolling coverage from the Israeli Knesset as Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu address the nation. Plus, Trump hailed the ‘president of peace’ as all 20 living hostages are freed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Abbott draws political and media heavyweights to the launch of his new documentary, Lidia Thorpe threatens to burn down Parliament House at a pro-Palestine rally. Plus, One Nation surges as Liberals feud over immigration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s parliament set to expand for the first time in 40 years, former Labor MP tapped to lead Climate Change Department. Plus, SBS faces backlash over Eurovision participation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conflicting timeline rocks Optus outage scandal as minister faces claims of misleading parliament, home affairs secretly granted citizenship to returning ISIS brides and their kids. Plus, social cohesion in Australia hits an all-time low. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.