The Update

Starvation a real concern in Gaza, as the war marches on A man left for dead on a major freeway in Melbourne The Matildas still pinching themselves about the year they've had And Sydney Sweeney shines on the red carpet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grim road toll figures ahead of Christmas UN aid arrives directly from Israel into Gaza Nathan Lyon the toast of Test cricket Taylor back at the NFL, supporting Travis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A taskforce is being set up to stamp out rogue ndis providers Fears more dangerous criminals will be released from detention Scams on the rise ahead of Christmas See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prince Harry has won a major ruling against UK newspaper Another crossing opens to allow aid into Gaza Millions of illegal cigarettes seized by border force See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M is describing a historic defence deal with the United States as an "extraordinary achievement".  Queensland officially has a new Premier. And Big name Aussie stars at State funeral for Barry Humphries   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Concerns the heatwave conditions in NSW will flare major fires that are currently being controlled in the NSW Hunter region Queensland to welcome its 40th Premier today Davy Warner lets his bat do the talking on day one of the first Test match against Pakistan Barry Humphries to be farewelled at a State Memorial Service today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's unemployment rate has increased slightly to 3-point-9 per cent over the past month. The Government is considering a request from the U-S to send a warship to the Red Sea. And Pink claps back at a troll See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US has asked Australia to send war ship to Middle East COP-28 nations get historic deal locked in The Eddie Jones deception complete And Aussie rocker Jimmy Barnes gets through open heart surgery See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Nation's budget is inching closer to a second consecutive surplus. Australia has supported a United Nations motion, to demand an immediate ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas.  And Taylor Swift's Eras Tour breaks World Record  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents bunkering down in Far North Queensland, with Cyclone Jasper on its way Police in WA investigating the deaths of a woman and her 3 month old baby, in Perth US President reaffirms support of Ukraine plight Rugby Australia names its new women's coach And Jennifer Anniston makes a big reveal about Mathew Perry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tropical Cyclone Jasper has been upgraded to category 2 system. Australia is using the U-N's annual Climate Conference to push for all countries to phase-out fossil fuels. And Dave Grohl has paid an emotional tribute to Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussies moving states due to cost-of-living pressures Public Schools getting little of the Federal Government's funding pie  Cyclone Jasper on a path to destruction And some Aussie noms for the Golden Globe Awards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Government has unveiled drastic changes to Australia's migration system -- in a bid to reduce the number of people entering the country. Charges have been laid over the deadly crash at a country pub in Victoria last month. And Is Taylor Swift married? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annastacia Palaszczuk stepping down, proud to have presided over the first majority female cabinet in Australian state and federal history A shake-up to Migration Rules The Aussie Women's 7s continue unbeaten start to season And Mariah Carey pulls two rabbits out of her hat at Madison Square Garden     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overseas property buyers to be slapped with new fees and taxes to free up more rentals Queensland braces for wild weather More young Australians relying on buy now pay later services See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sixth recently released immigration detainee has been arrested by federal police Migration numbers set to be slashed Christmas shoppers urged to be wary of scammers  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A heatwave is crossing the country, from WA to the coastal parts of New South Wales. A key part of the AUKUS military pact is now closer to fruition -- after U-S lawmakers struck a deal. And Is Travis Kelce set to propose? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Much of Australia facing extreme weather conditions A major step forward in cancer research The Brisbane Heat red hot in the BBL season opener And a golden milestone for Lady Gaga See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fifth asylum seeker has been arrested, less than a month after being released after a controversial High Court ruling. The Federal Government insists the N-D-I-S isn't going anywhere -- despite a report making dozens of recommendations to curb massive cost blow-outs. And Taylor Swift reignites fued with Kim Kardashian  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laws have passed Federal Parliament, giving courts power to put dangerous asylum seekers back in detention An American man linked to last year's horror ambush of police officers in rural Queensland BoJo facing tough questions as the inquiry into his handling of Covid continues The men's Big Bash League to launch tonight with a "Big Show" at the Gabba And Taylor Swift named Time's Person of the Yea...

The Attorney General has lashed-out furiously after being asked whether the Government should apologise -- after four released immigration detainees allegedly re-offended. Commonwealth, state and territory governments have agreed to boost spending on the N-D-I-S and Medicare at National Cabinet. And Is Cardi B heading for divorce? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyond Blue prepared for super busy December, amid cost-of-living pressures The Matildas to field a near full-strength side for their second clash with Canada tonight and the Critics Choice Nominations have been named, and The Morning Show, featuring Jen Aniston and Reece Witherspoon is leading the way with 6 noms... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition has delivered a stinging rebuke to the Government -- following revelations yet another freed asylum seeker has been arrested. Interest Rates have been left on hold at 4-point-3-5 per cent. And Taylor Swift breaks another record  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A detainee released under recent High Court decision, has allegedly reoffended A major Westpac outage has been rectified The Reserve Bank expected to keep interest rates on hold at final meeting of 2023 Former Aussie teammate Joe Burns, throws his support behind Davy Warner and what does Barbie and the Donald Trump prosecutors have in common?... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penny Wong has given a tear-filled tribute to her Labor colleague Peta Murphy, who has died after a long battle with breast cancer. The Federal Government has released legislation designed to put some freed asylum seekers back into custody. And Post Malone spent up big at a Melbourne Nando's - find out how much. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.