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It's Saturday! Which means it's time for the good news podcast! Here's a wrap-up of the good news from the week that you might have missed. It includes the safe recovery of a missing hiker in NSW, the new technology helping to fight skin cancer, and the Indonesian government's plan to feed millions of hungry citizens. To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here . Want...

Today's headlines include: The Prime Minister has condemned an anti-semitic attack in Sydney after a synagogue in the city’s south was vandalised overnight.  A Queensland Police officer has been hospitalised after a shooting in Brisbane. More than 9,000 homes have been destroyed as several wildfires continue to burn out of control across LA.  And today’s good news: Weeks afte...

Donald Trump has shared some of his foreign policy ideas ahead of the U.S. President-elect’s inauguration on 20 January. From controlling Greenland, the Panama Canal and Canada, to renaming the Gulf of Mexico the “Gulf of America”, Trump’s proposals have elicited some strong reactions from world leaders. In today's deep dive, we’re unpacking these foreign policy propo...

Today's headlines include: At least five people are dead and thousands of homes and buildings have been destroyed as fires continue to rage in and around Los Angeles. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a $200 million plan to boost housing infrastructure in regional WA. A 23-year-old man who went missing for 13 days in Kosciuszko National Park has released a statement, after he was found...

Yesterday, Meta announced major changes to its social media moderation policies, including removing independent fact-checking moderators.  Fact-checkers have been used to filter misinformation on Meta’s platforms – Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp – since 2016. CEO Mark Zuckerberg said removing fact-checkers will help “restore free expression” for millions of us...

Today's headlines include: A sea plane crash off the coast of Western Australia has killed three people, WA Premier Roger Cook has confirmed. Meta has announced major changes to its social media moderation policies, including removing independent fact-checking moderators. Fire Crews in the U.S. are bracing for worsening conditions as a powerful windstorm threatens large parts of Southern Californi...

The Australian dollar has hit a five-year low of 61.84 US cents this week - a level last seen during the early stages of the COVID pandemic. With Donald Trump’s move into the White House - and the potential for harsh tariffs on Australia’s major trading partners - only a few weeks away, the currency plunge has sparked fears amongst Australian commentators, some politicians, and financi...

Today's headlines include:Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will resign. The U.S. Congress has officially confirmed Donald Trump as the next President. Two brothers have been charged with murder after a 23-year-old woman was fatally shot in Queensland last month. And today’s good news: A monument honouring the women’s suffrage movement will be erected on the Natio...

Over the break, one of the biggest stories was the lawsuits filed between actress Blake Lively and her fellow co-star and director in ‘It Ends With Us’, Justin Baldoni. Just a few days before Christmas, Lively filed a legal complaint - and has since filed a lawsuit - against Baldoni alleging that he sexually harassed her on set and that after she complained about his alleged behaviour,...

Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has promised to spend $7.2 billion to upgrade one of the country’s most dangerous stretches of road, the Bruce Highway, if it wins reelection this year. Melbourne airport’s second runway has reopened after safety concerns forced a passenger plane to abort takeoff yesterday. Blizard warnings are in place across large parts of North Ameri...

As you prepare to return to work for 2025, TDA has you covered with all the biggest stories that unfolded over the break. From the New Orleans terrorist attack to the South Korean plane crash, we'll unpack the biggest global headlines from the past two weeks. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to...

This year, Matildas Captain Sam Kerr ruptured her ACL, which ruled her out of the Paris Olympics. But did you know, female athletes are more likely than their male counterparts to tear their ACL? In this episode, Adam Walker, Physiotherapist and ACL rehabilitation specialist explains why. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Chloe Christie Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do t...

Our most listened to episode this year was this episode, so we thought we’d bring it back for round two. Around tax time, we asked the TDA audience what questions they had, and then jumped on mic to answer them. A helpful reminder of how Australia’s tax system works all year round! Use the tax cut calculator to estimate your annual tax cut. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Wan...

This year marked 63 years since the oral contraceptive, aka the pill, became available to Australian women. In today’s podcast, we’ll talk about the history of the pill, how it changed Australia, and the future of contraception. Listen to our episode on Thalidomide here Watch our video on male contraceptives here   Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Lucy Tassell Want to support The Daily Au...

In October, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the peak of inflation has passed, and the worst of the recent economic turbulence was behind Australia. At the same time, consumer data from NAB echoed that sentiment, reporting more optimism amongst Australian consumers. But does that match the reality for young Australians? How will we know when the cost of living crisis is over? On today's episode...

Australia is in the midst of a ‘baby recession,' according to recent analysis of national birth trends by KPMG. It blamed cost of living pressures for declining births last year, when the country reached its lowest birth rate since 2006. So, what’s going on and does it matter?  ANU demographer Dr. Liz Allen answers our questions in the deep dive. Host: Emma Gillespie Want to suppo...

Earlier this year, Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail after he was charged with sex trafficking and a slew of other crimes. Investigators accused Combs of using his “business empire” to cover up decades of abuse against women “to fulfil his sexual desires” and “protect his reputation”. In today’s podcast, we explain the timeline leading...

A new digital player is helping to shape public discourse online. How an audience feels about a brand, a narrative, a personality or a scandal is being moulded by the rise of… bots. PR bots, to be exact. These bots can be programmed to target your social media algorithms and the content you do or don’t get served. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore how these digital armies...

According to the latest HILDA (Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia) report, young Australians are more likely to experience loneliness and psychological distress than any other age group. For twenty years, HILDA has been interviewing the same network of 17,000 Australians, every year, to compile results that give us comprehensive insight into the lives of Australians. To help us und...

2024 was undoubtedly the year of Taylor Swift, as she took her Eras Tour around the world, including Australia. But we have one question: Why exactly is the singer so popular? We explore the phenomenon of Taylor Swift in today's deep dive. Host:  Billi FitzSimons Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to...

Ever been out with mates after work when your manager’s number flashes up on your phone screen? In August this year, the Government’s right to disconnect laws came into effect, meaning you can now legally refuse a call or text from your boss once you’ve clocked off. The laws were developed over concerns about modern workplaces and smartphones invading personal lives. In today&rsq...

As we approach the end of the year, we thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect on our favourite good news stories of the year. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily...

We are coming to the end of 2024, and what a big year it has been in the news! On today’s podcast, we reflect on some of the biggest moments of the year - from politics to pop culture. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave...

Today's headlines include: Australia will reopen its embassy to Ukraine in Kyiv, following its closure in response to Russia’s 2022 invasion. 148 Australians have returned home after being evacuated from Vanuatu, following a 7.3-magnitude earthquake and several aftershocks. A toxicology report has found no methanol was present in the cocktails at the centre of an alcohol poisoning incident i...

Australia is heading to the moon for the first time. The Australian Space Agency has unveiled a prototype of a rover bound for the lunar surface on a NASA mission this decade. ‘Roo-ver,’ as it’s been nicknamed by the public, will explore the moon to help experts learn more about establishing a “sustainable human presence" there. The project is being developed by the ELO2 co...