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New polling shows 71% of Australians support increasing domestic oil and gas production as the Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupts fuel supplies. Currently only 4% of Australia's transport fuels come from domestic oil through Australian refineries, with most refineries having closed due to high operating costs. Energy expert John Blackburn argues Australia needs an integrated national energy plan t...

Cirque du Soleil's production Kurios features over 50 performers who create their own makeup after receiving 10 hours of training, and wear luxurious haute couture costumes crafted from rich fabrics. The show includes unique costume designs like the Sharivari trickster outfit with continuous swirls across all pieces, specialised high wire boots that require resoling weekly, and a mischievous dog c...

Jay Shetty, one of the world's top podcasters with over 60 million social media followers, discusses his upcoming Australian tour and his approach to mental health and wellness content. His Spotify number one podcast 'On Purpose' features intimate conversations with high-profile guests including Michelle Obama, Madonna, and Jennifer Lopez. Shetty shares insights on helping people navigate life tra...

Pints and Plaits is a Sydney workshop teaching fathers and carers how to style their daughters' hair for school while enjoying a beer in a supportive environment. Founded by hairdresser Jacqueline Schell, the classes help dads learn simple hairstyles like bubble braids and Elsa plaits, taking pressure off mothers during busy mornings. The initiative addresses parental isolation while creating bond...

Delta Goodrem represented Australia at the Eurovision Song Contest, finishing in fourth place with 122 audience points. Bulgaria's Darina Yotova (stage name Dara) won the competition, securing both jury votes and international votes. After 11 contests, Australia is yet to win the Eurovision crown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 38-year-old Perth father was fatally attacked by a four-metre great white shark while spearfishing off Rottnest Island on Saturday morning. Marine life ranger David Shanky-Baxter, who responded to the Manly shark attack earlier this year, proposes an autonomous AI-powered drone system costing approximately $20,000 that could patrol beaches and alert swimmers to shark presence without requiring h...

Celebrity chef Yotam Ottolenghi discusses his upcoming appearance at Vivid Sydney, where he will present an exclusive menu featuring local New South Wales ingredients including beetroot pastrami, lamb, and Murray cod fritters. The renowned cookbook author shares his creative process for developing recipes and his surprisingly open-minded response to trying Australian chicken salt. Ottolenghi revea...

Neuroscientist TJ Power explains how excessive artificial intelligence use is causing measurable changes in brain structure and function. Research shows 83% of AI users struggle to retain information, while neural connectivity in the prefrontal cortex has decreased by 50-55%. Overreliance on AI affects memory centres, creativity networks, and emotional intelligence, with experts suggesting those w...

The Australian federal government's 2026 budget introduces major property reforms including the abolition of negative gearing for existing properties and changes to capital gains tax. Negative gearing, which previously allowed investors to offset rental losses against their taxable income, will only apply to new property builds, potentially leading to rental price increases of up to 20%. The capit...

The Australian federal government's 2026 budget introduces major property reforms including the abolition of negative gearing for existing properties and changes to capital gains tax. Negative gearing, which previously allowed investors to offset rental losses against their taxable income, will only apply to new property builds, potentially leading to rental price increases of up to 20%. The capit...

A morning television segment announces major donations to Rio's Legacy, a fundraising campaign for a paediatric hospice called Mounties Care Cottage in Western Sydney. Nick Young has donated $10,000 with dollar matching, and CarHub has contributed another $10,000. The Tool family, whose daughter Liv spent 11 months in hospital, discusses how the new hospice will enable them to take family holidays...

Australian women reveal their biggest fashion turn-offs for men during Sydney Fashion Week, including skinny jeans, Velcro sandals, and crocs. The panel discusses their personal fashion preferences, with one presenter defending his choice of wearing crocs despite the criticism. The lighthearted conversation includes banter about combining questionable fashion items like pocket squares with crocs a...

Parents are expressing frustration that the eSafety Commissioner has not issued any fines to social media platforms despite children under 16 continuing to access social media without adequate age verification measures. The Federal Government's social media ban for under-16s is being widely circumvented, with young people finding ways around the restrictions. Critics argue that without enforcement...

Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia supported over 89,000 families in the past year, providing accommodation and support for families with children receiving medical treatment. Adam and Mel Henley are currently staying at a Ronald McDonald House while their 16-year-old daughter Kayla undergoes bone marrow transplant treatment for cancer, following her initial diagnosis in 2018 and two relaps...

Amazon MGM Studios has begun auditions for the 26th James Bond film, with casting director Nina Gold leading the search. Current top contenders include Calum Turner and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The casting process has sparked debate about whether the iconic 007 role should remain male or potentially be played by a woman for the first time in the franchise's history. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

A group of Australian passengers are returning home after being stranded on the MV Hondias cruise ship, which was infected with the deadly Hunter virus and left in the Canary Islands. The evacuees, who have tested negative for the virus, departed from the Netherlands via Dubai and are expected to arrive at RAAF Base Pearce outside Perth at 11am local time. Upon arrival, they will undergo three wee...

Magic Round brings approximately 150,000 rugby league fans to Brisbane, with 40% travelling from interstate or New Zealand. The event generates a $40 million economic boost for Brisbane over just a few days, including a 22% increase in hotel room nights and $14 million in additional hotel revenue. The event benefits flights, hotels, restaurants, and bars throughout the city, particularly in the Ca...

US President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where the two leaders engaged in a 14-second handshake. The lengthy handshake drew comparisons to Trump's previous handshake encounter with King Charles, which occurred weeks earlier and featured similar power dynamics including Trump's characteristic power pat technique. See omnystudio.com/...

Australian singer Delta Goodrem has qualified for the Eurovision grand final after delivering a standout performance in the semi-final. The announcement confirms her progression to the competition's final stage. Her semi-final performance is being described as one of the best Australian performances in the contest's history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A National Road Safety Week study reveals that 50% of Gen Z drivers and 40% of millennials admit to taking photos or videos while driving, with even more reading texts at traffic lights. The behaviour is attributed to shortened attention spans from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, as well as increased phone addiction across all age groups. Despite high fines and demerit points, th...

A worker went viral on social media after calling in sick just 20 minutes before their shift was due to start, sparking debate about workplace etiquette and employee responsibility. The incident prompted discussion about work ethic standards, with business owners highlighting the difficulties of managing last-minute staff absences. While sick leave is an entitlement for Australian workers, the ext...

Maria, a student from Catch Arena Senior College in the Tiwi Islands, designed a football jersey featuring cultural elements including Frangipani flowers, Tokopini birds, and turtles. The design was showcased during Sir Doug Nicholls Round, with each element representing personal connections to her home in Melville Island and Tiwi culture. Maria also competed in the Santos Aboriginal Power Cup, wh...

Brisbane climber Oliver Foran survived a dramatic avalanche that crashed into his camp at 6.5 kilometres above sea level on Mount Everest, capturing the terrifying moment on his phone as the snow tsunami destroyed tents around him. Despite this close call and earlier setbacks from altitude sickness, Foran remains on track to break the world record for the fastest climb from sea to summit within 66...

Hollywood actor Kevin Costner has been spotted around Brisbane, shopping in New Farm, visiting James Street, and attending a Brisbane Lions match at the Gabba. The Oscar-winning Yellowstone star is currently in the city filming the new production Honeymoon with Harry alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Sarah Pidgeon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princess Catherine of Wales completed a two-day visit to northern Italy, focusing on childhood education and development. During her time in the Reggio Emilia and Parma regions, she participated in a traditional tortelli pasta-making session at a local farmhouse. This marks her first solo overseas trip since completing cancer treatment and entering remission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...