The Front

There’s a lot to be gleaned about the government – and the Prime Minister – from the way it spends its money. Expert Dennis Shanahan explains. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Ou...

Political guru Paul Kelly’ leads our analysis of a Budget that shakes up bulk billing, welfare, energy and family budgets -- so can Labor change to match?  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and ed...

All the news from Jim Chalmers’ budget, with a big improvement in the forecasts, a mini-surplus -- and a risk of waking the inflation dragon. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffan...

An inquiry into the ACT’s criminal justice system is underway. Day one delivered drama and a surprise appearance by Bruce Lehrmann. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack....

Business leaders are pulling out all the stops to entice employees back to the office. But do they risk losing talent to get bums in seats? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our r...

Happy and glorious - a new King of Australia is crowned, with the love of his life by his side. A special bonus episode live from the Coronation.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by T...

A flaky, crusty baking economy is burgeoning across Australia - and it’s even threatening to topple the pub crawl.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia...

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed aged care will receive the biggest boost of any sector in the May 9 budget. Is it enough to save it? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dim...

Our experts weigh in on whether the government’s crackdown will keep vapes out of kids’ hands and put Big Tobacco in its place. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host...

Newly minted NDIA chair Kurt Fearnley gives his first interview about how the NDIS should be funded – and what it should pay for.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. The...

The Australian’s cartoonist Johannes Leak shares how Barry Humphries showed up for his late father, Bill Leak, in more ways than one. Subscribers to The Australian can read Johannes Leak’s tribute to the late entertainer and satirist here . This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor i...

Author Sarah Holland-Batt wins the prestigious Stella Prize for her portrait of a remarkable father. Plus, how to win Ed Sheeran’s guitar.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The m...

The government will today release a comprehensive review of Australia’s migration system. Our expert says big changes could be on the way. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our re...

Political guru Paul Kelly shares withering insights into a presidential race that will define America’s future - and our own.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The...

Much talk of strike power, but no new cash or gear - our experts say the Defence Strategic Review leaves many questions unanswered. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack....

The Defence Strategic Review calls for onshore weapons-building, long-range strike capacity, fuel security and a new focus on deadly force. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper L...

Police say they now believe convicted fraudster Ric Blum was spotted with missing Queensland woman Marion Barter shortly before she vanished. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our reg...

Iconic comedian and entertainer Barry Humphries has died, aged 89. We take a look at the life of one of Australia’s most-enduring performers. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our...

The Defence Strategic Review is due to drop any day now. Our expert explains what it is, who wrote it, and why we desperately need it now.  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our r...

A magazine is under fire for printing an AI-generated “interview” with Michael Schumacher, but our experts say it’s not panic stations – yet. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our reg...

The Liberal Party is in the midst of an historic downward spiral, but our experts say smart policy decisions could help them turn it around. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our regu...

An inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann’s trial will cover significant legal ground – but it’s not a de facto retrial of the former Liberal staffer. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our r...

After the triumph of the Bushmasters, Ukraine is begging Australia for Hawkei vehicles - so why won’t we hand them over?  Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multi...

Vegan holy oil and non-binary language, as a very modern monarch meets thousand-year-old coronation tradition. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia edito...

A controversial chokehold has been linked to the deaths of at least four men. So why is Queensland Police the only force still using it? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dim...