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2:03

World-first helmet study could revolutionise AFL and NRL

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2026/02/03

Monash University is conducting a world-first study examining a new helmet called Game Gear, which laboratory tests show reduces head knock impacts by up to 90% through rubber spheres and connectors that distribute force around the skull. The two-year study will involve 600 athletes aged 16 and above playing Australian football and rugby league across Victoria, Queensland and the ACT. The helmet is the first to be certified by the AFL, with Manly Sea Eagles captain Jake Trebojevic trialling it in

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1:59

TV star's mother feared abducted from Arizona home

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2026/02/03

84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since 1 February after police believe she was dragged from her bed in her Arizona home. The mentally alert woman, who has physical ailments limiting her mobility, was born in Sandringham, Melbourne, and lived in Beaumaris before moving to America. Police have deployed helicopters and ground crews in an urgent search operation, with investigators treating the case as an abduction rather than a missing person

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0:23

Body found off Maroubra Beach after multi-day search

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2026/02/03

A body has been discovered off Maroubra Beach in Sydney's east, believed to be a 30-year-old swimmer who disappeared on Sunday. Police made the discovery just after midday following a multi-day search that was hampered by rough ocean conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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0:34

Search continues for missing Blue Mountains bushwalker

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2026/02/03

71-year-old David Elliot has been missing since early yesterday morning after failing to return from a 30-kilometre bushwalk in the Blue Mountains' Megalong Valley. Police Rescue Squad and SES volunteers are conducting an extensive search, though Elliot's personal locator beacon has not been activated. The bushwalker was last seen at a campground before departing on his planned hike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:11

Starlink satellite lights up Victorian skies

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2026/02/03

A Starlink satellite re-entered the atmosphere over Victoria, creating a bright spectacle in the early morning sky that was witnessed and filmed by thousands of people. Associate Professor Michael Brown from Monash University confirmed the phenomenon was space junk rather than a meteor, identifiable by its slow, horizontal movement. The incident coincides with concerns about a proposal to launch up to one million satellites for AI data centre operations, which could make such re-entries extremely

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2:08

Trump threatens to sue Grammys host over Epstein joke

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2026/02/03

US President Donald Trump has threatened legal action against Grammy Awards host Trevor Noah over a joke linking him to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Noah made the comment during the Grammy ceremony, which also featured multiple artists protesting the Trump administration's immigration policies through speeches and ICE-out pins. Trump called the show 'unwatchable' and stated he would sue Noah for money, maintaining he had no connection to Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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2:28

Massive search continues for alleged cop killer Dezi...

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2026/02/03

Police continue a large-scale search operation at Mount Buffalo National Park for fugitive Dezi Freeman, wanted since August for allegedly shooting dead two Victorian police officers. More than 100 officers are conducting ballistics testing and combing 1.3 square kilometres of dense bushland in what appears to be a recovery mission, with unarmed officers and volunteers assisting. The case has severely impacted the local towns of Porepunkah and Bright, with tens of millions of dollars lost in tourism

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2:36

Coalition crisis as Nationals sit on crossbench

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2026/02/03

Federal Parliament has resumed with the Liberal-National Coalition still fractured after three National senators crossed the floor to vote against hate speech laws. Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has offered David Littleproud a deal requiring the three senators to sit on the backbench for six months, but negotiations remain ongoing. With 14 Nationals MPs now sitting on the crossbench, the Liberal Party's opposition numbers are significantly depleted, reducing their opportunities to question Labor

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2:25

Interest rates rise as RBA tackles inflation

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2026/02/03

The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the official cash rate by 0.25% to 3.85%, marking the first interest rate rise since 2023. The decision, driven by headline inflation reaching 3.8% in December—well above the RBA's target band of 2-3%—will add approximately $109 per month to repayments on an average $700,000 mortgage. Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock indicated inflation is expected to remain above target for some time, with economists predicting further rate increases could push the

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3:34

Weight loss drugs linked to malnutrition risks

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2026/02/03

Weight loss drugs used by hundreds of thousands of Australians may cause malnutrition and increase risks of serious health complications including heart attacks and cancer. Research from the Hunter Medical Research Institute reveals that only two out of 40 clinical trials measured patients' food intake during treatment, leading to undetected nutritional deficiencies such as thiamine deficiency, which can cause permanent brain damage. Professor Clare Collins advocates for mandatory dietitian

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5:42

NSW bans hate speech as Coalition crisis deepens

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2026/02/03

The New South Wales government has banned anti-Semitic comments across all schools in the state, with staff facing instant dismissal for engaging in hate speech. The Liberal-National Coalition remains fractured following failed reconciliation talks, with both parties pursuing separate strategies to regain voter support in their respective strongholds. Psychologists warn that giving children highly unique names may cause lifelong psychological harm, though experts note the impact may relate more to

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2:11

Trump threatens to sue Grammys host Trevor Noah

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2026/02/03

US President Donald Trump has threatened to sue Grammy Awards host Trevor Noah over a joke linking him to Jeffrey Epstein's private island. Trump responded from the Oval Office, calling Noah a lousy host and denying any connection to Epstein, whilst the Grammys also featured multiple artists protesting the administration's immigration policies. Both Trump and Bill Clinton have denied wrongdoing and have never been accused by authorities in connection with Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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0:44

World-first personalised vaccine trial for childhood...

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2026/02/03

A world-first trial of personalised mRNA vaccines will treat children with deadly brain cancers who are not expected to survive more than two years. The treatment analyses the genetic makeup of each child's tumour to design a messenger RNA vaccine specifically targeting their individual cancer. Eight hospitals across Australia will begin rolling out the trials later this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:54

Desperate search for TV host's missing mother

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2026/02/03

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of Melbourne-born NBC Today Show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing since 1 February from her Arizona home. Police believe she was taken from her bed against her will and have declared her home a crime scene. Authorities say Nancy, who has physical ailments but no dementia, could not have walked from the home on her own and are treating the case as an abduction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:08

Reserve Bank tipped to raise rates amid inflation...

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2026/02/03

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to announce its decision on the official cash rate, with major economists predicting a 25 basis point increase following higher than expected inflation data. A 25 basis point rate rise would add approximately $90 per month to a $600,000 mortgage and $150 per month to a million dollar mortgage. Financial experts debate whether interest rate adjustments remain an effective tool for managing inflation in 2025, given that only 33% of Australians hold mortgages,

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6:56

Bushfire emergency and fugitive manhunt intensify

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2026/02/02

An uncontrolled bushfire burns through 960 hectares on South Australia's Fleurieu Peninsula, with over 250 firefighters and 12 aircraft battling the blaze at Deep Creek Conservation Park. The manhunt for fugitive Dezi Freeman continues in Victoria's high country with cadaver dogs assisting the search, as police investigate whether a gunshot heard after two policemen were shot indicates Freeman took his own life. Newly released Epstein files implicate former royal Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and other

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1:56

More members of Royal family embroiled in latest...

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2026/02/02

Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces renewed scrutiny following the release of over three and a half million Epstein files, which include images and allegations of sexual encounters arranged by the late financier. The documents also reveal his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson's communications with Epstein, including requests for money and references to their daughters Beatrice and Eugenie. Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit has also been implicated, with emails showing contact with Epstein after his

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1:44

Man apologises after stolen car crashes into school bus

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2026/02/02

A 43-year-old man appeared in court facing charges after allegedly crashing a stolen car into a Geelong school bus and driving at police officers. The accused, Joshua Clark, apologised in court to the children on the bus, the public and the officer who shot him, stating he takes full responsibility for his actions. He sustained a gunshot wound to his elbow from police, along with burns from an earlier accident, and remains in custody until his next court appearance in May.See omnystudio.com/listener

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2:00

Emergency warnings issued for multiple Australian...

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2026/02/02

Emergency warnings have been issued for multiple bushfires across South Australia and Western Australia. More than 250 firefighters are battling an uncontrolled blaze at Deep Creek Conservation Park on the Fleurieu Peninsula, which has burnt through 960 hectares with 12 aircraft assisting the Country Fire Service. Separate fires are burning at Casuarina, near Tonkin Highway, and Bullsbrook in Perth, with authorities warning of fast-moving flames and potential spread.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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0:38

Cadaver dogs join search for fugitive Dezi Freeman

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2026/02/02

Cadaver dogs and specialist crews are conducting a five-day search operation in Victoria's Mount Buffalo National Park for fugitive Dezi Freeman. Police are investigating whether a gunshot heard in bushland hours after two policemen were shot indicates Freeman may have taken his own life. A $1 million reward has been offered for information leading to the capture of the alleged gunman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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