The Late Debate

Coalition tells Health NZ to use ‘women’ over ‘pregnant people’, Victorian senate candidate defends pro-squatting stance after unusual break-in. Plus, SA Police Chief says resources may fall short if Adelaide hosts COP31. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising heat may drive youth mental health crisis, church leaders defy NSW conversion laws. Plus, Mosman and Northern Beaches reject renters’ free beach parking plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greens push $46.5b plan for free university and TAFE, race discrimination commissioner under fire over counter-terror stance. Plus, Canadian military report reveals pandemic used to test propaganda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police sees surge in exam applicants after academic requirement drop, South Australia Police sparks outrage over top cop’s bizarre recruitment video. Plus, German court sentences journalist for posting meme mocking minister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens lay out their demands for supporting a minority government, Jacinta Price slams a domestic violence group for ‘gaslighting’ Aussies. Plus, a Queensland student says they were penalised for skipping an Acknowledgement of Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese heckled at Sydney press conference after mental health pledge, Beijing warns of escalation after Trump’s tariff threat. Plus, a psychiatrist raises concerns over current ADHD diagnosis practices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coalition dumps candidate over ADF remarks, carjackings surge in Victoria with more than one a day. Plus, female fencer disqualified after protest against trans opponent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leaked documents expose SA politicians misusing free parliamentary parking in Adelaide, Attorney General Bondi pushes for the death penalty for Luigi Mangione. Plus, Elon Musk dismisses claims he’s stepping back from a government role as ‘fake news’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberals plan to scrap car emissions fines, Chinese state media backs Anthony Albanese while accusing Peter Dutton of warmongering. Plus, Victoria passes new hate speech laws after a Labor-Greens deal, sparking opposition concerns over free speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toddler expelled from nursery for alleged transphobia, Gold Coast woman faces $806 fine for parking in her own driveway. Plus, a fire at a Rome Tesla dealership destroys 17 cars as attacks on the company’s CEO spread to Sweden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government urges PNG students to seek scholarships in climate gender and disability studies. Utah bans LGBTQIA+ flags in schools and government offices. Plus, UK parents are arrested after criticising their child’s school on WhatsApp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese plans to call the federal election Friday morning, Donald Trump imposes new 25% tariffs on foreign cars. Plus, World Athletics approves a new gender eligibility test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor covered content creators’ travel costs for the budget, DNA testing giant 23andMe files for bankruptcy after failed takeovers. Plus, Trump defends his security adviser over a group chat blunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb Bond wraps up the 2025 Budget as tax cuts put a $17.1B hole in the economy, twice as many aspiring teachers now fail a key literacy test compared to 2016. Plus, Trump moves to tariff nations buying Venezuelan oil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City of Melbourne spent $140k promoting the ‘yes’ vote during the Voice referendum, shark nets will be pulled from Sydney beaches next week. Plus, over 3,500 NSW cases were dropped in 2024 due to mental health rulings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Repeat child offenders push Victoria’s crime rates higher, Chinese app RedNote raises misinformation fears ahead of Australia’s election. Plus, a US death row inmate is executed with nitrogen after losing a court appeal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hungary passes a law banning its Pride march sparking widespread protests, overseas student numbers surge to record levels. Plus, Donald Trump pledges to open hundreds of coal-fired power plants to counter China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new $5 bill will feature an Indigenous design instead of King Charles III, the coalition is divided over Peter Dutton's call for a referendum on deporting criminals. Plus, experts warn over-diagnosis could harm young children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malcom Turnbull slams the AUKUS deal as 'unfair' to Australia, Cyclone Alfred carves a $1.2 billion gap in the federal budget. Plus, a new poll shows the Greens are headed for a federal election wipeout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ChatGPT's parent company unveils a new AI model praised for its 'creative writing', Syrians escape escalating violence and flee to Lebanon. Plus, legal cannabis could deliver $700 million in tax revenue as the Greens renew their push. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clive Palmer comes under fire for controversial gender advertisements promoting his Trumpet of Patriots, industrial action looms for Sydney Metro workers. Plus, Disney cuts back its 'Snow White' premiere amid growing backlash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New report reveals the BBC pays senior managers from diverse backgrounds more than others, a US judge fines China $24 billion over Covid missteps. Plus, Mark Carney replaces Justrin Trudeau as Prime Minister of Canada. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AFL’s $1b season faces tax break scrutiny, no more homes for foreign investors, Albo’s move won’t ease housing crisis, Cyclone Alfred blows away election plans. Plus, are scientists crossing ethical lines? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brighton residents take charge in crime battles as a group funds private patrols in Sydney. Plus, Donald Trump vows to press ahead on reshaping America in speech to Congress as Democrats register dissent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese announces he is open to sending peacemaking troops to Ukraine, Victorian government scraps teen criminal classroom plan. Plus, a Coalition government would order the return of all public servants to the office five days a week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.