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Tuesday, 24 June: Iran makes its move; Our record road toll grows; A big Aussie golf win; And Acca Dacca's back again... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The amount of fee reduction will vary based on the account balance. Issued by Aware Super Pty L...

Monday, 23 June: The US attacks Iran; Albanese skips the NATO Summit; Another data breach hits; And it's South Korea's time to shine... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The amount of fee reduction will vary based on the account balance. Issued by Aware Supe...

Enjoyed this episode? There’s plenty more on the News Club podcast feed—just search for News Club wherever you listen to podcasts. And don’t forget to hit follow on ⁠Spotify⁠ or ⁠Apple⁠. Not many Aussie authors have made a bigger impact on the book world over the past decade than Trent Dalton. In this chat, the Brisbane-born journo-turned-novelist reflects on surviving the '90s newsroom culture, w...

Friday, 20 June: The US considers striking Iran, The survivor of the Air India crash speaks, An update on our population, and a pretty sweet potato... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: To help mark 100 years of Woolworths, they're showcasing the great work of their community partners. To listen to the full episode with the Clontarf Foundation's Troy Gordon,...

It’s not often that the fate of a footy team hinges on a state election, but Aussie Rules fans will be paying close attention to the campaign in Tasmania because the future of its new AFL team and stadium largely depends on the outcome. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we cover the controversy around the stadium, why it’s linked to the election, and whether the Tasmania Devils are headed for extinction...

Thursday, 19 June: A new war brews in the Middle East; Tax changes are on the table; A big State of Origin win for Queensland; And some honorary Oscars... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠⁠....

Wednesday, 18 June: Trump makes an early G7 exit; Pheobe Bishop's body is found; A sunscreen barney; And a puffer jacket innovation... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform ⁠here⁠. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super ⁠here⁠. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠⁠. The amount of fee reducti...

Long-simmering tensions between Israel and Iran have boiled over after Israel launched a major attack on Iran, targeting its military leaders, nuclear scientists, and energy infrastructure. Israel claims Iran is developing nuclear weapons - but Iran denies that, saying its nuclear program is solely for the purposes of clean energy. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at how things got to this po...

Tuesday, 17 June: Aussies get caught in the Middle East; The G7 Summit kicks off; Eating the rainbow; And a ladies' Logies... SPONSORED: You can find out more about HubSpot's Breeze AI platform here. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super here. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠⁠. The amount of fee reduction will vary ba...

Monday 16th June: Israel and Iran trade strikes, a search for a shooter in the US, Adam Scott's a big chance at the US Open, and rocking out just a bit too hard... SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super here. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for you and the PDS and TMD at ⁠https://aware.com.au/⁠. Amount of fee reduction will vary based on account balance. Issued by Aware Su...

Friday, 13th June: A major plane crash in India, an awkward time for AUKUS, a big week for dinosaurs, and some brilliant baked beans SPONSORED: To help mark 100 years of Woolworths, they're showcasing the great work of their community partners. To listen to the full episode with the Clontarf Foundation's Troy Gordon, search for the 'From Grassroots' show in your podcast app Here's a recap of the e...

If you’ve caught any news recently, you’ll have seen footage of protests going on in the US city of Los Angeles. They’re in response to federal officers carrying out immigration raids, which is all part of US President Donald Trump’s election promise to crack down on illegal immigrants. Political analysts say tensions around the issue of immigration have been rising in the US for months… So in thi...

Thursday, 12 June: Tension grows between Australia and Israel; The Pentagon is reviewing AUKUS; Vale Brian Wilson; And some maritime mysteries... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting HubSpot here. SPONSORED: For more tips on making your home energy efficient and saving money on your power bills, visit Origin Energy's podcast So Watt? here. SPONSORED: You can fi...

Wednesday, 11 June: Tassie's election decision is delayed, Trump orders more troops to LA; Another major IVF mistake; And a new dino discovery... SPONSORED: To help mark 100 years of Woolworths, they're showcasing the great work of their community partners. To listen to the full episode with the Clontarf Foundation's Troy Gordon, search for From Grassroots in your podcast app. SPONSORED: You can f...

Tuesday, 10 June: Protests escalate in the US; An aid ship is blocked by Israel; Some weekend winners; And a very dull club... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: Find out more about nib here and use the code SQUIZ15 for 15% off* until 17 July 2025. And PS - that link works for...

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in May with the Weekly Wrap co-hosts Jodie Speers and Claire Kimball. Can you best our in-studio guests? Here's a quick scoring guide if you're playing along at home: The quiz has 10 questions. Each question is worth 1 point (for a total of 10). The final round is worth a maximum of 5 points - Andrew will r...

Friday, 6 June: Trump and Musk hit the rocks; Rockliff gets the boot; A French Open underdog; And a Wicked date is set... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: To help mark 100 years of Woolworths, they're showcasing the great work of their community partners. To listen to the full...

A severe drought that’s been going on for over a year has caused big problems in the southern states of Australia. The lack of rainfall has devastated crops and livestock, but it's not only affecting farmers and rural communities - it’s also having an impact on our national economy. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what’s caused the big dry, the impact it's having, and what the outlook is…...

Thursday, 5 June: A political storm in Tassie; Aid centres in Gaza hit pause; Patterson's evidence continues; And the search for an iconic prop... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: For more tips on making your home energy efficient and saving money on your power bills, visit Origi...

Wednesday, 4 June: Erin Patterson's back in the witness box; Our minimum wage gets a boost; A big donation to Africa; And some accidental auction items... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: You can find out more about Aware Super here. Disclaimer: Consider if Aware Super is right for...

Superannuation has been coming up in the headlines a bit recently, with an increase in tax on super accounts set to affect some of the wealthiest Australians - at least, in the short term… But some economists are concerned that over time, it could impact millions of us… So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll explain what the changes are, how they’ll be applied, and why they’ve sparked such a big debate....

Tuesday, 3 June: Russia and Ukraine meet again; Erin Patterson takes the stand; The Tillies have a new coach; And a busy week in the night skies... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: You can support the work of the Red Cross at redcross.org.au/donate The Squiz is your shortcut to being...

Monday, 2 June: The US pushes for more defence spending; Gaza ceasefire talks progress; Piastri secures another win; And a big weekend for Swifties... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. SPONSORED: Find out more here and use the code SQUIZ15 for 15% off* until 17 July 2025. And PS - that link works...

Friday, 30 May: Trump's tariffs hit a snag, Magda Szubanski is diagnosed with cancer, The Aussie Rich List is out, And our favourite potato recipe... SPONSORED: You can find out more about the Breeze AI platform by visiting Hubspot ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Find the recipe for Annabel Crabb's glass potatoes here. 🥔🥔🥔 You might like to watch some of the Full Frontal ske...

We're almost a month past the federal election and the result that ended up being a lot more colourful than the campaign itself. Labor's sweeping victory and the Coalition's comprehensive defeat raised a lot of questions about how PM Anthony Albanese will govern over the coming term, and how the Coalition will regroup to be competitive next time around. To answer those, we asked you what you wante...