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The Daily Aus

This is a daily news podcast for young people in Australia. Join The Daily Aus team every weekday morning as we cover the news in your language. We’re a newsroom of young journalists, delivering news for young people. TDA is completely independent. We are not owned by any larger media company.

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4:24

Headlines: RBA Governor fronts parliamentary committee

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/22

Today's headlines include: The head of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has told Government officials that the economy is in a "very good position in terms of inflation." A review into Victoria’s exams body has found a “culture of fear” and a lack of leadership. Evacuation orders are in place for thousands of people in the Philippines, as super typhoon Ragasa is expected to cross the nation’s northern islands. And today’s good news: South Australia has become the

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13:56

The generation who can't afford kids

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/21

More stress, less friends, and fewer babies: These are some of the key trends that have come out of a major longitudinal study. The Household Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia survey, aka 'Hilda', released its latest annual statistical report on Friday. The findings show the lasting impacts of the pandemic on all Australians, including young people, whose well-being and social lives have taken significant hits since COVID-19… and are yet to recover.HILDA’s 20th report shows

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4:01

Headlines: Seven charged over Melb child stabbings

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/19

Today's headlines include: The Australian Human Rights Commission will launch an investigation into Merivale after it accepted a racial discrimination complaint against the Sydney hospitality group. Seven people have been charged over the alleged stabbing murders of two children in Melbourne’s outer-west. The wife of Charlie Kirk will take over as the head of his political advocacy group, Turning Point USA. And today’s good news: Two Australians have been included in the winners' list

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19:08

Why Jimmy Kimmel was taken off the air

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/18

Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show has been pulled off the air "for the foreseeable future" after the host made comments about political reactions to the killing of Charlie Kirk. The move by Disney, which owns ABC, came after a major TV station owner said it would drop the show, and the head of the U.S. communications regulator threatened regulatory action. Today we're unpacking what Kimmel said, why it's caused such a major response, and what this means for media regulation in the U.S. Hosts: Sam

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4:26

Headlines: Govt announces 2035 emissions target

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/18

Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has announced its anticipated 2035 emissions reduction target, committing to cut emissions by 62-70%. Prosecutors have downgraded charges against retired broadcaster Alan Jones. U.S. President Donald Trump has attended a banquet hosted by the British Royal Family at Windsor Castle – his second state visit to the UK. And today’s good news: A supersonic plane being developed by NASA is getting closer to taking its first flight. Hosts:

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15:41

Israel's ground offensive in Gaza City

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/17

Israel has launched a ground offensive into Gaza City, displacing hundreds of thousands of Palestinians. The country’s leadership says the city is the last stronghold of Hamas, while international governments and the UN have condemned the attacks. The offensive began shortly after a UN commission of inquiry announced it had found Israel was carrying out a genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what to know about these two developments, and the

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4:10

Headlines: Ley outlines Coalition's key economic...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/17

Today's headlines include: Sussan Ley has described debt as an “issue of intergenerational fairness” during her first major economic address as Opposition Leader. Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing Gaza City after Israel launched its ground offensive on Tuesday. U.S. President Donald Trump has revealed he’s planning to meet with Anthony Albanese when the Prime Minister visits the U.S. next week. And today’s good news: In an Australian first, Pet owners can now book

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17:21

Is NATO close to war with Russia?

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/16

In the past two weeks, both Poland and Romania have reported Russian drones flying in their airspace. Importantly, NATO forces shot down Russian aircraft for the first time in the alliance's 75-year history. Both countries are neighbours of Ukraine, which continues to face Russian airstrikes and ground offensives as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues. But there’s a key difference between an attack on Ukraine, and an attack on Poland or Romania - and that’s NATO. On

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4:01

Headlines: Govt releases guidelines for social media ban

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/16

Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has handed down its official guidelines for social media platforms, ahead of its under-16s ban coming into effect. One person has died and seven others are injured after a gas leak at a Sydney restaurant. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to file a multi-billion-dollar lawsuit against the New York Times. And today’s good news: A major op shop chain has presented an entirely thrifted collection at New York Fashion Week. Hosts:

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16:02

Australia's first climate risk assessment, explained

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/15

The Government has released its first assessment of the risks posed by climate change across Australia. The report paints a concerning picture, with predictions about what the future could look like if rising temperatures are not curbed – including a 450% increase in heat-related deaths in some parts of the country. Overall, the risk assessment warns that no Australian community will be immune. But the Government says it has a plan. Today, we're breaking down what this assessment found, what

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3:56

Headlines: AFL issues lifetime ban for alleged Nazi...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/15

Today's headlines include: The Coalition has recorded its worst-ever primary vote across two major national polls. A 39-year-old has been charged by police and handed a lifetime AFL ban after he allegedly performed a Nazi salute during a game. Romania has become the second NATO country to detect a Russian drone in its airspace in recent days. And today’s good news: Owen Cooper, the 15-year-old star of the hit Netflix series ‘Adolescence’, has made history at the Emmy Awards.

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18:18

The lasting impacts of the viral Charlie Kirk video

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/14

Last week, graphic footage from the assassination of Charlie Kirk went viral online. The 31-year-old conservative political activist was speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University when he was shot in front of thousands of onlookers. Within moments, distressing, close-up videos of the incident began circulating widely, flooding social media feeds. Today we chat to Dr. Rachael Sharman to discuss the fallout of the Charlie Kirk assassination and the psychological impacts of young people's

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4:18

Headlines: Islamophobia envoy makes 54 recommendations

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/12

Today's headlines include: The first official report from Australia’s special envoy to combat Islamophobia has called on the Government to address the issue with the same “urgency” as any form of discrimination. NSW Parliament has passed new laws targeting the illicit tobacco black market. The FBI has released new footage believed to contain Charlie Kirk’s suspected shooter, as authorities continue their manhunt after yesterday’s assassination. And today’s good

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21:05

The changing rules on the Aussie music charts

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/11

Starting this month, Australia’s music charts will focus on albums and songs released in the last two years, transitioning away from older releases that had long been taking up space. It is the biggest change to the ARIA charts since the introduction of streaming figures over a decade ago. When this new system came into effect last week, a viral hit from Aussie artist Keli Holiday jumped to the top spot on the Australian Singles Chart. On today’s podcast, we chat with Holiday - whose

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3:49

Headlines: Manhunt continues after Charlie Kirk shooting

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/11

Today's headlines include: A manhunt is continuing in the U.S. state of Utah, following the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk. Record-breaking downpours and strong winds are continuing in parts of NSW, with the SES confirming it has received more than 850 callouts since Wednesday. The Australian Communications and Media Authority says Triple M breached decency rules by broadcasting sexist comments on the Marty Sheargold Show. And today’s good news: Australian

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12:38

Israel's strike on Hamas in Qatar

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/10

For the first time, Israel has struck Qatar. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said the strike on the capital city, Doha, was targeting Hamas leadership. Hamas has said none of its leaders or ceasefire negotiating team were killed, but six others were. In today’s episode, we’ll explain the significance of the strike and Qatar’s relationships in the region. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is

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4:08

Headlines: Govt launches travel safety hub for young...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/10

Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has launched a new online safety hub for young Aussie travellers, following an increase in methanol poisoning overseas NSW childcare providers fined for doing the wrong thing could face penalty increases of up to 900% under a new State Government proposal. Qatar has condemned Israel for launching a strike in Doha, targeting senior Hamas leaders. And today’s good news: Australian regulators have approved the first koala chlamydia vaccine.

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12:15

Nepal's Gen Z protests, explained

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/09

Nepal’s Government has lifted a controversial social media ban after deadly protests swept through the country, killing 19 people. Thousands of young demonstrators took to the streets of the capital, Kathmandu, demanding an end to government corruption and the reversal of restrictions on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and other platforms. The protests have been dubbed the "Gen Z uprising" and represent some of the worst unrest Nepal has seen in decades. In today’s deep dive, we’ll

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4:27

Headlines: Vic Govt considers new police powers after...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/09

Today's headlines include: Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan will consider tougher police powers following what she called the “shocking and violent killing” of two young boys in Melbourne’s outer-west. NSW Police have dropped all charges against a former Greens candidate who was injured during a pro-Palestinian protest earlier this year. Nepal’s Government has lifted a controversial social media ban after deadly protests killed 19 people and injured at least 100 others. And

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12:29

The NZ dad on the run with his kids, explained

The Daily Aus ·

2025/09/08

New Zealand police have shot and killed a man who had been on the run with his three young children for almost four years. Tom Phillips disappeared in December 2021 with his kids, then aged eight, six, and five, leaving their mother and his extended family behind. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what we know about how Phillips and his children stayed hidden for so long, and his final, fatal collision with police. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Orla Maher Want to support

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