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Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Australia News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Australia—from national news and politics to business, culture, and major developments across the country. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing national and local news together to keep audiences connected at every level

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1:35

Why Healthy Young Hearts Stop | Australia News

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

A healthy 14-year-old boy collapses and dies on a basketball court—no warning, no symptoms. Fiona Connolly’s heartbreaking loss is one of thousands in Australia each year, where sudden cardiac arrest claims lives with near-certain fatality. With no national registry or public campaigns, families are rallying to demand urgent government action, pushing for defibrillators, research funding, and answers to the mystery of why young hearts stop beating. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a

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1:50

Housing Cool Down Gives RBA Breathing Room |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Housing market cooling is a silver lining for Aussie mortgage holders — as property prices ease, the RBA’s chances of another rate hike shrink. Governor Bullock confirms the slowdown exceeds expectations, fueled by policy shifts and changing sentiment. This pause gives the central bank breathing room to let existing rate hikes do their job without needing to go further. While not directly tied to monetary policy, falling house prices dampen broader spending — from furniture to appliances —

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1:05

Bird Flu Hits Close to Home | Australia News

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Bird flu has landed in South Australia, hitting close to home for passionate birdwatchers like Jean Turner, a volunteer with the Bird Observers Network. Once hopeful the H5 strain wouldn’t reach Australia, she’s now on the front lines tracking sick birds — including a trembling greater crested tern she reported. Her detailed observations help authorities map the outbreak, as confirmed by positive tests on Kangaroo Island terns. For Jean and others, this crisis echoes past tragedies, making

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1:19

Colombia Earthquake Shakes Cities | Australia News

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2026/08/10

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake has struck Colombia, causing widespread damage and injuries across multiple cities — especially along the Pacific coast and Pereira — with tremors felt as far away as Bogotá, Venezuela, and Ecuador. Buildings collapsed in Cali, forcing hospital evacuations and trapping residents, while governors described scenes of devastation. Though no tsunami threat exists, officials scramble to assess the full scope of destruction as emergency teams respond to a crisis

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1:27

Amazon’s 5-Hour Delivery Hits Sydney and Melbourne |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Amazon’s rolling out ultra-fast delivery—Prime members can get orders in as little as five hours, now available in select cities like Sydney and Melbourne. Spend $49+ and choose from flexible windows: order by 10 PM for delivery between 4–8 AM next day, or by 8 AM for same-day delivery between 2–6 PM. Designed for last-minute needs—from school projects to toilet paper—it’s meeting the demand for speed and convenience, putting Australia on par with global hubs like London and New York.

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1:24

Man Attempts Emergency Exit on Flight | Australia News

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2026/08/10

A passenger mid-flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kochi tried to violently open an emergency exit, shattered the window panel, and threatened others—no clear motive, just “felt like doing it.” Crew and passengers subdued him, causing damage and leading to his zip-tying. Originally charged with intimidation and safety violations, he now faces attempted murder charges after authorities deemed his actions potentially lethal to all on board. Investigators are probing his mental state and interviewing

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1:47

Car Insurance Prices Soared Without Explanation |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Car insurance premiums jumped 8% last year—on top of a 42% surge since 2019—yet insurers aren’t explaining why, leaving customers in the dark. Two-thirds renew without comparing options, but nearly one in three who shop around land a better deal. ASIC says insurers are failing to meet transparency standards, even as they take RACQ to court over misleading pricing. The government is pushing for clearer premium notices, and insurers blame rising repair costs and supply chains—but experts urge

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1:51

Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Shake Russia | Australia News

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

A Ukrainian drone strike in Nizhnekamsk, Russia, killed at least 13—including a child—and wounded 75, marking one of the deadliest civilian attacks in recent months. Russian officials label it terrorism, while Tatarstan enters mourning. Ukraine’s escalating strikes on oil refineries like TANECO aim to cripple Russia’s war economy and bring home the cost of conflict. Meanwhile, Russia retaliates with deadly strikes on Kharkiv and Belgorod, turning the battlefield into a brutal two-way street. As

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1:23

WA News Just Made Subscriptions Easier | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Western Australia’s top news source just dropped a game-changing digital subscription plan—flexible, affordable, and built for modern readers. For the first eight weeks, dive into all-access digital for just $8/week. Choose your vibe: full digital, daily edition, or even paper delivery. Lock in an annual deal at $6/week for serious savings, or go pay-as-you-go for weekend papers at $12/week. Designed to fit busy lives and shifting media habits, this is how staying informed just got smarter,

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1:00

Burwood Chase Ends in Arrest | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Police in Burwood chased down two suspects who fled during an attempted interview, eventually using a Taser to arrest a 43-year-old carrying two knives, while a 32-year-old was also taken into custody. The suspect was hospitalized under police guard, and the whole incident was captured on video. Authorities are still investigating. Meanwhile, a new airport is rolling out enticing deals for Aussies dreaming of overseas getaways. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:41

Meta’s Open AI Push vs US Policy | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Meta just unveiled Muse Glimmer, a compact AI model built to run on personal computers — even Macs with one graphics card — making powerful AI more affordable and accessible. This move signals Meta’s broader push for open-source AI, championed by Mark Zuckerberg, who argues the U.S. must loosen regulations to compete with China’s rapidly advancing open-weight models. The stakes are high: closed models can’t handle critical tasks like cybersecurity, as seen when Hugging Face used a Chinese

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0:56

Willetton House Fire Under Control | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Willetton House Fire Under Control | Australia News

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1:19

Hinsdale County Bigfoot Sighting | Australia News

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2026/08/10

A Colorado motorist claims she spotted a nine-foot-tall, hairy Bigfoot-like creature in Hinsdale County, describing its dark, shaggy form and eerie glide through the woods. Her husband, though unseen, corroborates her story and even found what they believe are fresh footprints—complete with raspberry stems—fueling their growing conviction that they’ve witnessed something real. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on

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1:52

Melbourne Teens Arrested in Dating App Attacks |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Melbourne police have arrested five teens aged 16-18 in a disturbing wave of alleged attacks linked to dating apps, where victims were lured, robbed, and assaulted—with homophobic slurs thrown in. Since January 2024, Victoria has seen over 113 similar incidents, leading to 50 arrests so far. The latest bust followed 11 reports in Greater Dandenong. Charges include robbery, kidnapping, sexual assault, and injury. Police urge victims to come forward, no matter how long ago it happened, as they

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1:20

Phil Jamieson Cancels Tour After Back Injury |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Phil Jamieson, frontman of Grinspoon, had to cancel his entire 2026 Australian tour after fracturing his L1 vertebra during a live show in regional Victoria — slipping on stage and crashing into a drum riser. Now facing bed rest and a lengthy recovery, the solo artist’s PJ AIR tour and album launch for his new record 10Charlie are off. Still upbeat, Phil shared hospital photos and X-rays, thanking fans for their support and urging them to stream the album anyway. A sobering reminder of

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1:04

WA News Subscriptions Get Cheaper | Australia News

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Western Australia’s news outlets are rolling out flexible, affordable digital subscription plans to boost readership—eight weeks for just $8/week, or save with an annual $6/week option, plus a paper+digital bundle for $12/week—all cancelable anytime, making essential news accessible without the commitment. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary

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1:57

Crisafulli Bypasses Minister for Minerals Push |...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Premier David Crisafulli is cutting through bureaucracy, personally steering key talks with Natural Resources and Mines director-general Graham Fraine — bypassing minister Dale Last — as they race to turbocharge Queensland’s critical minerals sector. Meanwhile, the government’s cozy internal hiring trend continues, reappointing David Mackie to State Development despite recommendations for transparent, external recruitment from the Fitzgerald Inquiry. Union negotiations are heating up too, with

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1:48

Melissa Donnelly Takes Charge | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Melissa Donnelly is stepping into the spotlight as the new secretary-elect of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, bringing fresh energy and a bold agenda to tackle soaring living costs, wage stagnation, and workplace flexibility — all while rejecting the idea of unlimited remote work. At just 44, she’s one of the youngest leaders in ACTU history, succeeding Sally McManus after a decade at the helm. Donnelly vows zero tolerance for corruption and violence in unions, especially in high-risk

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1:46

Dating Apps Turned Dangerous in Dandenong | Australia...

Australia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/08/10

Five teens in Dandenong are facing serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a wave of homophobic attacks across Victoria — using dating apps to lure victims, then robbing and assaulting them. Police say over 100 similar incidents have occurred in the past three years, with 113 reports this year alone leading to 47 arrests. Victims endure threats, violence, and hate slurs, prompting authorities to urge anyone affected to report directly to police — not just app platforms. Law enforcement is

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1:58

Melissa Donnelly Takes the Helm | Australia News

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2026/08/10

Melissa Donnelly is stepping into the spotlight as the new secretary of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, succeeding Sally McManus after a historic eight-year run led by all-female leadership. At just 44, Donnelly brings fresh energy and a proven track record — having boosted CPSU membership by 23% and championing flexible work, paid parental leave, and fighting government outsourcing. She’s already taken on major cases like the tax office dispute over equal pay, earning praise from

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