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Australians are expected to spend approximately $1.4 billion on State of Origin this year, with those attending live venues spending an average of $370 per person, down 10% from previous years due to cost of living pressures. Home viewers plan to spend around $50 each on food and entertainment, while one in three people admit they'll continue spending into the night if their team wins. The spendin...

Donald Trump convenes urgent cabinet meetings at Camp David following US strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and mine-laying boats around the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran has vowed retaliation after the attacks, which the White House claims were conducted in self-defence. The conflict threatens a recently established ceasefire, with approximately 900 pounds of enriched uranium—enough for nine nucl...

Silos Estate in Berry, New South Wales, is a multi-faceted destination featuring a winery, hotel, restaurant, alpaca farm, and helipad. The estate offers wine tasting experiences, including award-winning sparkling red wines, and welcomes visitors for various activities beyond traditional winery tours. Weather presenter Katie Brown broadcasts from the location, sampling the estate's wines while del...

Brisbane City Council has repaired over 1,800 potholes in five days during an intensive road maintenance blitz. Crews worked at a record pace of one repair every two minutes following weeks of consistent heavy rain that damaged city roads. The council has allocated $90 million for road repairs this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Energy Minister Chris Bowen defends the $150 million budget allocated for Australia's presidency of COP negotiations at the UN's climate conference, including $50 million for the conference itself and $100 million for broader Pacific engagement. More than 100 bureaucrats have been assembled for the role, with $485,602 spent on business class international travel in January and February alone. The...

A Cathay Pacific flight from Brisbane to Hong Kong experienced severe turbulence that caused the aircraft to drop twice without warning during breakfast service. The incident sent passengers and crew flying into the ceiling, with food and service carts scattered throughout the cabin. Ten people were injured, including six cabin crew and four passengers, with two Australians among those hurt, thoug...

Neil Danaher has passed away after a 13-year battle with motor neurone disease. The founder of Fight MND and creator of the Big Freeze fundraising event leaves behind a legacy of courage and community leadership. His organisation has raised significant funds for MND research, with two Australians diagnosed with the disease every day and two losing their lives daily. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

National Senator Bridget McKenzie charged taxpayers $259 for a flight from Devonport to Melbourne following her son's engagement party, and later claimed $853 for travel to his wedding. The senator maintains she followed parliamentary rules and conducted work during these trips, though questions arise about whether the work or family celebrations were scheduled first. The incident follows similar...

ASIO's director warns Australians to prepare for more terror attacks following revelations that calls about one of the Bondi gunmen were made to the national terror hotline as early as 2007. The disclosure raises questions about intelligence agency responsiveness and the effectiveness of warning systems, with comparisons drawn to other cases where reported threats were not adequately investigated....

Four women and their children, who have been living in Syrian camps for seven years after travelling to ISIS-controlled territory, are returning to Australia. Their arrival has sparked debate about whether they should undergo mandatory de-radicalisation programs and what legal consequences they may face. The government's handling of their return raises questions about transparency, security protoc...

Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.5% in April, marking the first signs of softening in the job market after an extended period of strength. The labour market is shifting from the 'Great Resignation' era to a phenomenon called 'job hugging', where workers are reluctant to change jobs due to high cost of living, elevated interest rates, and growing uncertainty around AI-driven job cuts in the...

National Paper Aeroplane Day celebrates the art of folding paper into flying machines, from childhood sibling rivalries to adult championship competitions. Popular designs include the basic dart, the spinner, and the bird. News presenters attempted their own paper aeroplane challenge during a bulletin, with one creating a design called the Sunrise Express that boomeranged back to the throwers. See...

The annual Cooper's Hill cheese rolling competition near Gloucestershire, England sees competitors chase a three-kilogram cheese wheel down a steep hill at speeds reaching 112 kilometres per hour. German YouTuber Tom Kopke won his third title, defeating local favourite and Guinness World Record holder Chris Anderson. Participants travelled from across the globe, with some wearing bubble wrap for p...

Neil Danaher, legendary AFL player and coach, has passed away at age 65 after a 13-year battle with motor neurone disease. The former Essendon champion and Melbourne Demons coach launched the Big Freeze campaign in 2014, raising over $100 million for MND research. Named Australian of the Year in 2025, Danaher transformed his diagnosis into a national movement that brought widespread awareness to t...

Tilba Dairy is a 28-year-old family business in New South Wales that evolved from plain dairy farming to producing award-winning artisanal products. The dairy purchased the 120-year-old Tilba Cheese Factory 14 years ago and now produces milk, yoghurt, cream and cheeses using Jersey cows and local produce. Their products include the 2022 and 2025 Australia's Milk of the Year winners and specialty c...

The Enhanced Games debuts in Las Vegas, featuring world-class athletes including Australian swimmer James Magnussen competing with openly permitted performance-enhancing drugs across swimming, track and weightlifting for a share of $35 million in prize money. The World Anti-Doping Agency has condemned the event as irresponsible, while organisers claim they're regulating what already exists in spor...

AFL commentator Joel Selwood analyses a thrilling match between the Bulldogs and Demons that came down to the wire. Riley West's crucial late tackle and standout performances from Bulldogs midfielders Bontempelli and Ed Richards proved decisive. Harvey Langford narrowly missed a match-sealing mark in the dying moments, falling short by centimetres. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...

Five Italian divers died in a cave diving tragedy in the Maldives after taking a wrong turn in a pitch-black cave system. The divers, equipped only with recreational diving equipment, were found 200 metres inside the cave at a depth of 60 metres, well beyond the 40-metre limit for recreational diving. Investigators believe the divers may have stirred up sand from the cave floor, creating an optica...

A 39-year-old man died after being attacked by a suspected bull shark while spearfishing at a coral shoal in far north Queensland. The incident has reignited debate about shark culling, though researchers emphasise the need for more data on shark populations and species identification before management decisions can be made. Shark researcher Richard Fitzpatrick explains that bull sharks and pig ey...

Australia's security and counter-terrorism operations face scrutiny at the second major Bondi Royal Commission hearings. The AFP and ASIO are under investigation for counter-terrorism failures that allegedly allowed the Bondi massacre gunmen to travel freely through known terror hotspots, including the Philippines and Uzbekistan, without sharing critical intelligence with New South Wales Police. F...

National Wine Day celebrates all varieties of wine, from sweet to red, white and sparkling options. The day provides an opportunity to enjoy wine with friends or at home, regardless of pronunciation preferences like Chardonnay or rosé. Wine enthusiasts can mark the occasion with their favourite varietals including Pinot Noir. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian travel patterns are shifting due to cost of living pressures, with domestic travel down 7-10% while international travel remains strong. Southeast Asian destinations like Japan, Vietnam and Thailand are increasingly popular as travellers move away from European trips. Car hire and motorhome trips are rising as Australians opt for road trips and closer destinations to manage budget const...

U.S. President Donald Trump has delayed a major announcement on peace negotiations with Iran, stating he is in no rush to finalise a deal despite earlier expectations. The proposed agreement would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and establish a 60-day ceasefire, with Iran potentially agreeing to export its uranium stockpiles. American officials indicate an agreement in principle exists, though key det...

The Sapphire Coast road trip showcases culinary destinations from Merimbula to Sydney, with a spotlight on Barmonte restaurant in Bermagui. Chef Tia presents house-made Italian dishes including lamb ragu on handmade pasta, pumpkin rotolo with lasagna sheets, and Parisian-style fried gnocchi. The restaurant distinguishes itself by making pasta, doughs and bread fresh daily in-house. See omnystudio....

Love on the Spectrum fan favourites Tyler and Madison share their engagement story after Tyler proposed during their one-year anniversary at the same location as their first date. The couple, who met on the Netflix docuseries following adults with autism navigating relationships, discuss their relationship journey with neurodiversity and dating expert Jennifer Cook. Tyler has recently released a c...