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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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3:26

Headlines: Govt to cut spending on consultants

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/24

Today's headlines include:Ahead of the Federal Budget tomorrow, the Labor Government has announced it will cut spending on outsourced private consultants by $720 million, which it says is part of its plan to rebuild the public service. Independent MP Dr Monique Ryan has apologised after her husband, Peter Jordan, was recorded removing the sign of Liberal candidate Amelia Hamer. The death toll in Gaza from ongoing Israeli attacks has surpassed 50,000, according to data cited by the United Nations

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10:02

What we know about the murder of Lilie James

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/23

Last week, a coronial inquest heard evidence relating to the murder of 21-year-old Lilie James. James was killed in October 2023 by Paul Thijssen, a colleague with whom she had a short relationship. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain what we now understand happened on the day of her murder, and the events leading up to it. If you or anyone you know needs help, you can reach out to 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer:OrlaMaher Want to support The

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12:23

The world records that were broken this week

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/21

It's been a week of broken records! This week, Russian freediver Yekaterina Nekrasova is believed to have set a new world record for swimming under ice without a wetsuit. And David Rush, who holds the world record for the number of world records to be held by a single person, broke a new record for the fastest time to juggle in all 63 national parks in the US. We talk about it all on today's podcast! Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer:OrlaMaher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so

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3:51

Headlines: Police investigating threats against two...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/21

Today's headlines include: NSW Police has launched an investigation into reports of online threats against two Sydney mosques. An exclusion zone is in place around the site of a volcano eruption in eastern Indonesia. Tesla has issued a recall for 46,000 of the EV manufacturer’s Cybertruck model. And today’s good news: All major galleries and museums in NSW will soon be led by women, with the Art Gallery of NSW announcing the institution’s first female director in its 154-year

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19:43

The JFK files, explained

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/20

This week, over 64,000 pages of documents relating to the assassination of former U.S. President John F Kennedy were made publicly available. It comes after current President Donald Trump authorised their release in an executive order earlier this year. In today's podcast, we explain why an assassination that occurred in 1963 is still making headlines today, and what we've learned from the new documents. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer:OrlaMaher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's

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4:19

Headlines: Unemployment holds steady at 4.1%

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/20

Today's headlines include: The unemployment rate held steady at 4.1% in February, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Australia’s environment is “showing signs of improvement,” according to the latest report card from the Australian National University. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accepted the terms of a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. And today’s good news: A village in India has launched Diwali-like celebrations

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14:41

Why everyone is talking about two astronauts

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/19

You’ve likely seen the news that astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore have arrived back on earth after an unplanned nine months at the International Space Station. The capsule carrying the astronauts splashed down off the Florida coast yesterday, surrounded by dolphins on a beautiful sunny day. It was an extraordinary ending to a saga that has captured the world’s attention. Today we’re going to take you back to why the astronauts were in space for so long in the first

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3:54

Headlines: Australia signs historic defence deal with...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/19

Today's headlines include: The Australian and Canadian governments have signed a new defence deal worth more than $6.5 billion dollars. NSW Police has announced a new youth crime strategy, aimed at reducing juvenile offending rates in regional and remote parts of the state. Donald Trump has ordered the release of thousands of files linked to the assassination of U.S. President John F. Kennedy. And today’s good news: The Sydney Opera House has announced the roll-out of world-first technology to

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17:18

What’s wrong with a declining birth rate?

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/18

Last week, TDA exclusively reported that Coalition Senator Matt Canavan is proposing a policy to offer couples a low-interest loan of $100,000 once they have a child. This loan would only apply to families buying their first home and would be wiped if they have three children. While Canavan has put forward the idea, the Coalition hasn't formally adopted this policy. But it has kickstarted a fascinating conversation about Australia’s declining birth rate.Today we’re here to explain why a

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3:34

Headlines: Israel launches largest strikes on Gaza...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/18

Today's headlines include: Israel has launched its largest attacks in the Gaza Strip since the ceasefire took hold in January. Nearly one in two murders in NSW last year was related to domestic violence, new data shows. After more than nine months in space, stranded NASA astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams are officially on their way back to Earth. And today’s good news: Researchers say a newly discovered fish fossil in Central NSW provides an “unprecedented opportunity to

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16:23

The 200-year-old U.S. law used to deport migrants

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/17

U.S. President Donald Trump has invoked a centuries-old wartime law to deport Venezuelan nationals he claims are members of a notorious gang. Despite a federal judge ordering a pause on these deportations, a plane carrying 238 people still left for El Salvador on Sunday. Today, we'll break down how we got here, what this means and why it's setting the stage for a major legal battle. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best

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4:55

Vic Govt accused of crime cover-up

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/17

The Victorian Government has been accused of concealing corruption by construction union CFMEU on its multi-million dollar projects.Treasurer Jim Chalmers has confirmed there will be a deficit in the Budget.At least 39 people have been killed in wide-ranging storms across the south and midwest U.S.A zoo in Boston has set up a retirement home for penguins. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click

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17:28

The politician leading an Australia MAGA movement

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/16

Mining billionaire Clive Palmer recently announced he’s launching a new Donald Trump-inspired political party. Palmer says his ‘Trumpet of Patriots’ party will seek to “make Australia great again”. It comes after Palmer lost a High Court bid to re-register his United Australia Party ahead of the next election. Today, we’ll unpack Clive Palmer’s presence in the Australian political landscape, from what happened to United Australia, to the policy proposal of

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11:10

The Aussie man with a mechanical heart

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/14

On today's good news podcast, we discuss the Aussie man who was discharged recently from hospital sporting a mechanical heart, the world's most family friendly country and the major astronomical discovery this week. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company

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4:13

Headlines: PM to join Ukraine peacekeeping talks

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/14

Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed he will speak with EU leaders about the possibility of sending Australian peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. The United Nations has accused Israel of ‘genocidal acts’ in a new report. U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened a 200% tariff on Europe’s alcohol. And today’s good news: Aussie Scientists have learnt more about the history of Antarctica by analysing penguin poo. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy

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15:46

Why a former president was arrested for his war on drugs

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/13

Three years after he left office, the former President of the Philippines Rodrigo Duterte has been detained in the Netherlands. Duterte was arrested earlier this week on charges of crimes against humanity, based on his deadly “war on drugs”. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain how a 79-year-old retired world leader has ended up facing trial at the International Criminal Court, and the case against him. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducer:OrlaMaher Want to support The

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3:44

Headlines: Power prices to rise for millions of...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/13

Today's headlines include: Trade Minister Don Farrell will speak with a White House representative about U.S. President Donald Trump's import tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium. Energy prices are set to rise by up to 9% in NSW, South Australia, and South East Queensland, under recommendations from the energy market regulator. A mission to rescue two NASA astronauts who’ve been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months has been delayed. And today’s good

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19:52

What do Trump's tariffs mean for Australia?

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/12

This week, the White House confirmed Australia would not be exempt from President Donald Trump's tariffs on U.S. imports. It comes after months of uncertainty and efforts by the Albanese Government to negotiate an exemption for Australian steel and aluminium. However, the 25% import tax officially came into effect yesterday afternoon. The Federal Government has vowed to continue pushing for an exemption. The tariffs followed a tumultuous start to the week for the U.S. economy and global markets

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4:18

Headlines: Albanese labels U.S. tariffs "entirely...

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/12

Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium exports, "entirely unjustified". The Victorian Government will introduce what it’s called the “toughest bail laws in Australia”. Voters in Portugal are facing their third election in just over three years, after the collapse of the country’s centre-right Government. And today’s good news: New research has found

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18:03

8 lessons on TDA's 8th birthday

The Daily Aus ·

2025/03/11

Happy birthday to us! Today marks 8 years since founders Sam and Zara sat at a cafe and concocted the idea for The Daily Aus. For this special birthday episode, we wanted to share some of the lessons we have learned along the way about building a news media business in Australia. If you are in a position to contribute via TDA+U (thank you!), you can do thathere. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer:OrlaMaher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click

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