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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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4:08

Headlines: 3 Nationals out of Shadow Cabinet over...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/21

Today's headlines include: Three National senators have resigned from Opposition Leader Sussan Ley's front bench, after a split from the Liberal Party over the hate speech bill the Government brought to Parliament following the Bondi terrorist attack. A Canadian teenager has been identified as the person who died on K’gari in Queensland earlier this week. A 60-year-old man has been charged after allegedly being caught with child abuse material when he touched down in Australia following a

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9:40

Why are there so many shark attacks right now?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/20

This week, three shark attacks were reported at Sydney beaches over just two days. It’s left swimmers along the coastline asking the question: what’s going on? To help us understand what’s driving this spike — and what it means for public safety — we’re joined by Associate Professor of Environmental Science Dr Daryl McPhee from Bond University. In today’s podcast, we’re going to chat to Dr McPhee about why there’s been so many encounters, what

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3:50

Headlines: Four shark attacks in days in NSW

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/20

Today's headlines include: NSW has now seen four shark attacks in three days, causing the closure of a number of beaches across the state’s coastline. Labor and the Coalition have agreed on major changes for reforms combating groups that spread hatred. Italian designer Valentino Garavani has died at home in Rome, according to his foundation. And today’s good news! A citizen scientist in Queensland has found a small native flower previously thought to be extinct. Reporting with AAP

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14:11

Will the Govt's hate speech bills pass?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/19

Federal Parliament will today debate new hate speech and gun control legislation, in the wake of the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 innocent people last month. The Government initially planned to introduce a single bill covering multiple reforms, but widespread opposition has forced it to split the legislation into two bills. Today, we're breaking down what's in these bills and why they've proven so controversial. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The

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3:27

Headlines: Condolence motion for Bondi terror attack...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/19

Today's headlines include: Federal Parliament has held a condolence motion to recognise the trauma of the Bondi attack and honour bystanders and first responders for saving lives. Opinion polls reveal One Nation, led by Senator Pauline Hanson, has overtaken the Coalition as the nation's second most popular political movement. Guatemala’s President has declared a 30-day state of siege after deadly prison riots across multiple jails. And today’s good news: The world’s first legally

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10:51

The World Court’s first genocide case in a decade

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/18

Hearings have begun in the first case of its kind at the International Court of Justice. West African country The Gambia has brought a case against Myanmar for alleged acts of genocide against the Rohingya people. When legal proceedings were launched in 2019, it was the first time an alleged genocide had been submitted to the ICJ by a country not directly affected by the genocide. The verdict of this unprecedented case could influence future cases, like the pending trial against Israel, brought by

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3:58

Headlines: 4.7m accounts blocked under social media ban

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/16

Today's headlines include: Almost five million social media accounts have been blocked or restricted since legislation banning under-16s came into effect last month. Locals have described the damage caused by record-breaking flash flooding in Victoria as “absolute carnage”. U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened ‍to deploy military forces in the state of Minnesota as protesters clash with immigration agents. And today’s good news: Scientists have unveiled an exciting

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14:13

Why does Trump want Greenland?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/15

This week, President Donald Trump renewed calls for America to take control of the Arctic territory of Greenland. On Wednesday, Denmark's foreign minister held talks in Washington with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, but the meeting failed to resolve what Denmark described as a "fundamental disagreement." Now, NATO allies including Sweden, Norway and Germany have begun deploying military personnel to Greenland in a show of support for Denmark. On today’s podcast,

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3:30

Headlines: 11 pipe bombs discovered across Canberra

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/15

Today's headlines include: Police are investigating after the discovery of several pipe bombs on footpaths and in parks across Canberra. Tom Silvagni will argue his two rape convictions should be quashed because a judge made errors during his trial. Authorities have confirmed a U.S. federal law enforcement officer has shot a person in Minneapolis, a week after 37-year-old Renee Good was killed by an immigration officer in the same city. And today’s good news: The U.S. state of California is

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11:33

The Aussie writer charged with child exploitation

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/14

Books by popular Australian author Craig Silvey have been pulled from shelves in Western Australian schools, after the 43-year-old was charged with child exploitation. Several of Silvey’s books, including Runt, and Jasper Jones, are studied by students around the country. But, following a raid on his home on Monday, the WA Education Minister has ordered state schools not to use texts by the author in classrooms this year, while the allegations against Silvey are investigated. Today,

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3:59

Headlines: Calls to demolish bridge used in Bondi...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/14

Today's headlines include: There are calls to demolish the Bondi Beach footbridge where two gunmen killed 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration on December 14. Author Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah has taken a step towards suing the South Australian Premier for defamation, after she was removed from a writers’ festival lineup. Greenland's prime minister said his nation would rather remain part of Denmark than become a territory of the United States. And today’s good news: A Nepalese British Army

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15:25

Why a writers' festival was cancelled

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/13

The 2026 Adelaide Writers’ Week has been cancelled. It follows backlash over a decision to remove Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from the festival program. The Palestinian-Australian author and advocate was slated to speak as part of the Adelaide Festival Writers’ Week event next month. However, the festival board said her previous comments mean it would “not be culturally sensitive” to include her in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. Abdel-Fattah has been a vocal critic of Israel

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3:38

Headlines: Trump announces 25% tariff for countries...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/13

Today's headlines include: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new tariff for countries which trade with Iran, but it’s not yet clear if the levy will impact Australia. Homes have been inundated and communities isolated as the remnants of former Tropical Cyclone Koji are felt across the Queensland outback. 50 years since the suspicious disappearance of an eight-year-old girl from her bedroom, Victoria Police have offered an unprecedented $1 million reward. And today’s good news:

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13:09

Why are there protests in Iran?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/12

Iran is experiencing its largest anti-government protests in years, with demonstrations spreading across more than 100 cities and reports suggesting hundreds have been killed in a violent crackdown by authorities. What began as economic protests has evolved into a mass movement calling for the overthrow of Iran's leadership, raising questions about regional stability and potential international intervention. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain how these protests started, what’s

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3:58

Headlines: Parliament to debate hate speech laws next...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/12

Today's headlines include: Parliament will be recalled early next week to pass hate speech laws following the Bondi terror attack that claimed 15 lives. Conditions are easing on bushfire battle grounds in Victoria, but officials are warning the threat is not over. A man has been charged in Bondi following reports he was wearing a vest covered in duct-taped objects and acting suspiciously. And today’s good news: Australian actor Rose Byrne has won her first Golden Globe. Reporting with AAP

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13:27

The fatal ICE shooting, explained

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/11

Tensions around U.S. immigration enforcement have escalated after a woman was shot and killed by a federal agent during a raid in the state of Minnesota. The shooting has sparked widespread protests and divided politicians, and state and federal leaders. As protests intensify, today we'll explore what we know about the shooting that prompted the demonstrations, the government response, and the growing controversy around U.S. immigration enforcement operations. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi

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3:20

Headlines: Two adults and a child missing in Vic...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/09

Today's headlines include: Three people are missing in central Victoria and many properties have been destroyed as out-of-control bushfires have escalated today in catastrophic conditions. Federal immigration officers have shot and wounded two people outside a hospital in Portland, in the U.S. state of Oregon. Nick Kyrgios has announced he will not play singles at the Australian Open, ruling himself out of a likely wildcard. And today’s good news: Australian 21-year-old Teagan Croft will play

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10:58

Why more young Aussies are drinking less

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/08

The new year is often a time for reflection, goal-setting and resolutions, but January can also follow - for some of us - a period of heavy or frequent drinking. The hangover of the festive season has seen an increasing number of young people reduce or re-evaluate their relationships with alcohol, what’s known as the sober-curiousity movement. The global zero-alcohol drinks industry is projected to be worth $64.7 billion AUD in 2028. So, why are people ditching the drink? Hosts: Emily Donohoe

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3:30

Headlines: PM announces Royal Commission into...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/08

Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a Federal Royal Commission into antisemitism in Australia. A U.S. immigration officer has shot and killed a driver in the U.S. state of Minnesota during a widespread immigration raid across the state. Three emergency warnings remain in place for an out-of-control bushfire that is burning in Longwood, in northern Victoria, amid severe and extreme heatwaves that have hit most states and territories in Australia. And

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13:12

How France's First Lady sued her trolls

The Daily Aus ·

2026/01/07

Where is the line when it comes to the online harassment of public figures?Well, a group of people in France have just found out. Earlier this week, 10 people were found guilty of cyberbullying France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron over repeated false online claims about her gender identity and her relationship with her husband, President Emmanuel Macron.We’ll tell you what you need to know about the landmark case in today’s podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer:

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