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🗞️ HEADLINES Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been shot dead by police at a property in Victoria’s north-east, after seven months on the run. National Cabinet has agreed on a new plan to boost fuel security across Australia, with all states and territories on board. Principals and school leaders are facing rising threats, physical violence and bullying, with more than half seriously contemplating l...

Technological advances rarely arrive without trade-offs, and now our smartphones are back under the microscope with claims they are fundamentally changing the way we fall in love.  From 'phubbing' your partner to forming attachment-style bonds with your device, we investigate how constant notifications might be interfering with our ability to form deep human connections.  We speak with p...

🗞️ HEADLINES Anthony Albanese has hit back at Donald Trump, after the US President took a swipe at Australia and a string of allies, for not getting more involved in the war against Iran. Drivers could see petrol costs reduced by 26c a litre, under a coalition proposal to halve the fuel excise as the Middle East conflict drags on. Jackie O Henderson could be dragged into a bitter legal battle, bro...

From a landmark lawsuit on social media addiction to a humanoid robot making an appearance at the White House, the internet moves so fast that if you blink, you’ve missed half of it. This week, we’re unpacking the three tech stories you need to be across. We look at the Los Angeles jury that found Meta and Google liable for millions in damages, marking a massive win in the fight a...

🗞️ HEADLINES A U.S. jury has ordered Google and Meta to pay $4.3 million after finding them liable for social media addiction PM Anthony Albanese has called a second emergency meeting with state leaders to manage the growing fuel crisis Australia’s medical regulator is planning a major shake-up of sunscreen rules Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded a key to the city 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a st...

We’ve only just cooled down from the steamy fourth season of  Bridgerton , but the next lead has officially been confirmed, and it’s a major departure from the original books. As speculation reaches a fever pitch, we’re indulging in everything we know about the much-anticipated fifth season. Today, we sit down with Grace Rouvray from the Watch Party  podcast to unpack t...

🗞️ HEADLINES The fuel crisis is continuing to wreck havoc across the country ABC staff go on strike for first time in decades Residents as far south as Perth are preparing for the impacts of Cyclone Narelle Bridgerton season 5 to focus on same-sex love story 📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? 🎤  Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au Get 25%...

As global tensions and conflict in the Middle East threaten the flow of oil into Australia, the warning signs are flashing. While we aren't out of fuel yet, regional towns are already seeing shortages, prices at the bowser are climbing, and supply is at risk of running low. So, how much do we really have left, and why is our 'just-in-time' delivery system so vulnerable to international shocks?&nbs...

🗞️ HEADLINES Iran has denied that it had engaged in negotiations with the US, calling reports of “productive talks” with US President Donald Trump nothing more than “fake news”. After a decade of back and forth, the Australian Prime Minister and EU President have officially signed a landmark free trade deal in Canberra.  Bill Cosby has been found liable for the druggin...

When you hear the word 'cult', you probably picture white robes and remote compounds. But in 2026, the reality is much more ordinary. From wellness communities to 'coaching' gurus and high-control religious groups, a new wave of organisations is recruiting young people who are searching for certainty in an unstable, post-pandemic world. As the Victorian Parliament conducts a landmark inquiry into...

🗞️ HEADLINES Kyle Sandilands is taking his ARN contract termination to court claiming the decision to end the remainder of his 10-year, $100 million contract was invalid because he had not breached his obligations.  The federal government says it’s up to workers whether they ditch the office to save on petrol after the world energy watchdog suggested Australia encourage working from hom...

"His future as President politically rests on what happens, really, in the next 48 hours." US President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum that could end the war with Iran, but how likely is it to actually work? Today, Senior Fellow at the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney walks us through what the next few days of this conflict could look like both in the region, and furt...

What happens when you need a gap year from real life? When you’ve worked hard, climbed the corporate ladder and saved every penny to buy your first apartment in the big city, only to find yourself in a trap? Tim Abbott was living the quintessential city life. By 28, he had cracked the Sydney property market, secured a stable corporate career, and built a thriving side hustle making memes for...

🗞️ HEADLINES Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been booed and heckled while arriving at Australia's biggest mosque, on one of the most important dates on the Islamic calendar. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the country will heed US President Donald Trump's call to refrain from attacking Iran’s key energy sites. FIFA has ruled all women's teams competing in world tourna...

The Tillies are back! With just over 24 hours to go until the Matildas face off against Japan in the Women’s Asia Cup final, the hype across Australia has reached a fever pitch.  This tournament has already smashed attendance records, proving that the post-World Cup ‘Matildas effect’ is here to stay.  Today, we’re joined by rising star and fullback Kaitlyn Torpey...

🗞️ HEADLINES Australia’s competition watchdog has launched an urgent investigation into the country’s major fuel companies The US national debt has officially hit a record $39 trillion Tropical Cyclone Narelle is forecast to reach category five strength in the next 24 hours Online shopping site Alibaba has been caught hosting listings for "suicide drones" and "cruise missiles" Late Hol...

It’s the $200 million radio divorce that has shocked Australia. After nearly three decades of dominating the airwaves, the axe has officially fallen on Kyle Sandilands following a high-profile fallout with long-time co-host Jackie O Henderson. While the duo has survived countless scandals and record-breaking contracts, this time the ‘shock jock’ might have met his match in a lega...

The Quicky Headlines ARN shares fall after the company axed the Kyle and Jackie 'O' Show Tropical Cyclone Narelle due to make landfall Friday and could cross three states Matilda's captain Sam Kerr says she almost didn't make it through the full semi final match last night Trump has blasted Australia for not sending help to the Strait of Hormuz; Albanese confirms no Australian ADF personnel were h...

"I Don't Accept It" Radio Star Kyle Sandilands reveals his contract has been terminated by KIIS FM parent company ARN following a 14-day suspension set by the radio station.  "ARN has just announced that they've terminated my contract. I don't accept it. My lawyers told them last week this would be invalid. And guess what? It is," Sandilands said in a statement. Listen to more now in The Quic...

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised the official cash rate from 3.85 per cent to 4.10 per cent, a 25-basis-point jump designed to cool down a recent spike in inflation; The United Arab Emirates has officially closed its entire airspace as an "exceptional precautionary measure" following reports of incoming missile and drone threats from Iran; Queensland braces for Cyclone Narelle; The Austral...

How low do you let your fuel light get before you start to sweat? With international conflict sending prices skyrocketing and some Australian towns facing actual rationing, that 'E' on your dashboard is looking a lot more literal. We’re diving into why the bowser is suddenly a battleground and how regional Australia is bearing the brunt of a tightening supply chain. Plus, the 2026 Oscars are...

A major poll reveals One Nation has overtaken the coalition for the first time; Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson will face a much shorter leash should they return to air, after the media watchdog hit ARN Media with strict new licence conditions; The captain of the Iranian women's soccer team has withdrawn her claim of asylum and left Australia, leaving just two members of the group remaining...

It’s Hollywood’s biggest night, and the 98th Academy Awards are officially underway. We’re joined by Claire Murphy to preview the unusual traditions you might not know about, the record-breaking 16 nominations for  Sinners , and why Timothée Chalamet might have just tanked his chances. And in headlines today, Mike E steps in for Kyle & Jackie O with ARN bosses wor...

Hundreds of millions of litres of extra fuel will flood the Australian market in response to price increases and supply shortages caused by the Iran war; Byron Bay's famous Bluesfest has been cancelled; The US military says rescue efforts are underway after an American military refuelling plane crashed in Iraq; Qantas passengers who were given credits instead of a refund for COVID-19 cancelled fli...

After nearly two decades in legal limbo, Sydney fashion designer Katie Perry has emerged victorious in a high-stakes trademark battle against global pop star Katy Perry. What began with a cease-and-desist letter in ended this week in the High Court, marking a definitive win for the small business owner who refused to back down. We sit down with the designer to discuss the emotional toll of a near...