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The UN's torture investigation body looks the treatment of prisoners around the world. In more than a decade of operations they’ve only had to cancel one visit, to Rwanda in 2017-18. So what has caused them to cancel a trip to Australia and what does it say about the state of human rights in this country? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See...

Unions are calling for a dangerous substance called Crystalline Silica to be banned, with some comparing it to asbestos. The mineral is used to make kitchen and bathroom counter tops, but working with it can produce tiny dust particles which cause irreversible lung damage. We’ll explain what you need to know in the deep dive.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com...

A new Federal Government report has made several recommendations as part of a strategy to improve privacy in the digital age. It makes recommendations to provide protection from data breaches and hold companies more accountable. So what will it mean for you moving forward? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

Indian tax authorities have raided BBC offices in New Delhi and Mumbai. It comes just weeks after the Indian Government banned a BBC documentary critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Why was the documentary so controversial, and what does the response say about the state of the world’s largest democracy? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

105,000 people have been laid off from tech companies this year according to a tracking site. From big names like Amazon, Microsoft, Spotify and Google, to those closer to home like Milkrun, workers in the tech space are taking a hit. So what does it all mean and is the worst yet to come? We'll let you know in the deep dive.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/...

Have you ever wondered why there’s a female contraceptive pill but not a male one? New research might be one step closer to making it happen. A team of scientists are working on an ‘on demand’ pill that could make men temporarily infertile. So could this soon be widely available? And why has this taken so long to happen? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. You can fill out the survey here . See o...

Almost 20,000 refugees on temporary visas will be granted permanent residency status under a new pathway announced by the Federal Government this week. But while this will allow for some refugees to permanently settle in Australia, it doesn’t signal any meaningful change in the government’s overall immigration policy. We’ll tell you what you need to know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listen...

A spy balloon from China, and at least three other objects have been shot down in recent days in North America. In today’s deep dive, we’ll fill you in on what we know so far, and whether Australia is at risk of international surveillance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek has rejected an application for a coal mine proposed by one of Clive Palmer’s companies. But last month, Plibersek approved an extension to the licence of another mine in Queensland until 2063. So why has Plibersek blocked this latest proposal and what does it mean for the future of fossil fuels in Australia? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. See omnystudio....

Another month, another interest rate rise. When the RBA put up interest rates this week it was the ninth consecutive increase. So what does this mean for you? Well it depends who you are. If you’re renting, saving, have a mortgage or hoping to get one, this is the deep dive for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When disasters of the magnitude we’ve seen this week in Türkiye and Syria strike, it can be hard to know how to help. In today’s deep dive, Sam sits down with Alex Mathieson, Director of International Programs at the Australian Red Cross, to find out how the Red Cross is responding to the crisis, and what we can all do to help.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.c...

The Northern Territory Government has announced it will reimpose alcohol bans in First Nations communities in Central Australia. So what led to this decision? And how have these types of bans played out in the past? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked our Instagram audience about their recent experiences in the health care system, and the majority of responses highlighted growing gap payments and the struggle to find bulk billing GPs. Last week, National Cabinet met to discuss healthcare reform, and recommendations made by an expert taskforce. So what were the recommendations, and how would they impact you? Find out in today’s deep div...

It’s not every day we get to sit down with the Prime Minister. But when we do, we go armed with the big questions. In this special episode, TDA journalist Tom Crowley asks the PM Anthony Albanese about the First Nations Voice to Parliament, climate targets, mental health, housing and so much more. Some extra reading/ listening: Voice to Parliament  The National Plan to End Violence against Women a...

We all see the political ads on YouTube, on billboards and across social media. But do you know who is funding political parties? According to analysis of new data from the Australian Electoral Commission, just 10 donors gave 77% of known political donations in the lead up to the last election. So who are the big donors and what does it mean for our democracy? See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

This week a Victorian coroner found the death of proud Gunditjmara, Dja Dja Wurrung, Wiradjuri and Yorta Yorta woman Veronica Nelson, who died in custody in 2020, could have been prevented. In today’s deep dive, we’re going to look at the circumstances that led to Nelson’s death, and what the coroner is recommending moving forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudi...

The death of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, at the hands of police in Memphis, Tennessee, has triggered protests in the U.S. and sparked outrage around the world. So far, five police officers have been arrested and charged. A further two police have been taken off duty. Emergency Medical Technicians have also been fired. In today’s deep dive, we’ll fill you in on what you need to know - an...

For the first time since 2013, the Federal Government has released a national policy on the arts. The $286 million plan includes protections for First Nations art, a move towards more local content on streaming services and steps towards improved pay and conditions. We’ll tell you what you need to know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listen...

A few months ago, we asked our readers to fill out a survey about their experiences undertaking an unpaid internship. Almost three-quarters of respondents said they felt exploited at some point while working as an intern. In a special episode of the podcast, TDA journalist Daniel Lo Surdo talks to Zara about his investigation on exploitation in the unpaid workforce.  See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

As the world's best tennis players have taken to the courts in Melbourne, The Daily Aus has been having some big conversations behind the scenes. Sam has spoken to some key people in tennis - including Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley , Australia Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins , and player/commentator Casey Dellacqua - about LGBTQI+ representation in the sport. Today’s deep dive feat...

We recently ran a survey on attitudes towards January 26. The overwhelming majority of respondents told us the public holiday should be changed or abolished. So, in the spirit of talking less and listening more, Gamilaroi man and IndigenousX CEO/ founder Luke Pearson joins us in today’s deep dive. Luke shares his perspective on what this day means, and shares some history you might not know. Resou...

An estimated 46 people have been killed and hundreds have been arrested as protests in Peru continue. Access to Machu Picchu has been closed and locals are experiencing rising food prices due to road closures. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain how the country got to this point and the politics behind the protests.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener...

The Departments of Education in both NSW and QLD have said they will stop students from accessing ChatGPT at school. This is the latest in a wave of reforms as education institutions grapple with how best to deal with Artificial intelligence (AI). The question is, as new forms of AI emerge, how will educators keep students honest? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio...

All eyes were glued to the TV in the TDA newsroom last week as New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her shock resignation. But while internationally she’s being remembered for her empathy in the face of tragedy, closer to home she’s faced criticism over the struggling economy, a housing crisis and rising crime. In today’s deep dive we’re going to look at what’s contributed to these...

Australia is home to almost 200,000 pokies, almost half of which are in NSW. As a state election looms, the question of how to best address problem gambling is shaping up to be a point of contention. So what are both sides promising, and why is reform taking so long? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...