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

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Melbourne News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Melbourne—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. 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 local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Melbourne News Today is your

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1:32

Stealth Logging Sparks Legal Battle | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

Environmental groups are sounding the alarm over “logging by stealth” in Victoria’s state forests, where hazardous tree removals—officially halted two years ago—are allegedly targeting vital hollow-bearing trees that shelter endangered species like the Leadbeater’s possum. While the government insists these operations are for bushfire safety and forest health, not commercial logging, conservationists have documented cases of endangered animals losing their homes—and even found a dead possum

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1:59

BHP’s Climate Delays Demand Policy Action | Melbourne...

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2026/07/09

Former BHP chief economist Dr. Huw McKay is sounding the alarm: without stronger government climate policies, big resource companies won’t make the hard emissions cuts needed. Leaked documents show BHP delayed and scrapped major renewable projects—even as it touted progress toward its 2030 emissions target. McKay argues voluntary pledges aren’t enough and backs a carbon price to force real change, especially for hard-to-abate sectors. While BHP’s on-site emissions have dipped under the

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2:11

NSW Government Spends Hundreds of Thousands on...

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2026/07/09

New South Wales government and police are paying a steep price for defending controversial anti-protest laws—over $300,000 total—after courts struck them down as unconstitutional, ruling they violated political speech rights. The latest case, costing more than $117,000, involved laws enacted after a major attack and used during a February protest against the Israeli president. This isn’t the first blow: just six months prior, another government law expanding police powers near places of worship

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1:40

Fastest Spider on Earth Revealed | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

A brown huntsman spider from Australia just shattered the record for fastest spider on the planet, clocked at a blistering 3.59 metres per second—outpacing even previously thought champions. Scientists analyzed over 250 species using high-speed cameras across continents, revealing that spiders move with a unique blend of muscle and hydraulic power. While the huntsman’s top speed is fleeting, its average pace still clocks in at 2 m/s. Surprisingly, size isn’t everything—speed seems to peak at a

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2:15

Why Emergency Calls Fail in Australia | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

Another major telco meltdown has left Australians stranded — this time Telstra, but it’s a familiar pattern echoing Optus’ collapse last year. The root cause? A decades-old policy that prioritized competition over reliability, leaving us with a duopoly controlling 70% of the market and a system dangerously fragile when it comes to emergency services. Despite government efforts to patch coverage gaps, the real fix lies in a national essential services network — one that ensures emergency calls,

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1:55

Telstra Network Crashes Due to Time Glitch |...

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2026/07/09

Telstra’s nationwide network crashed this week due to a bizarre software glitch that made its systems believe it was 2006—triggering a digital meltdown where security certificates expired and phones fell into SOS-only mode, leaving millions stranded and emergency services disrupted. 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 based on public

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1:35

Extremophiles Under Threat | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

Even the toughest survivors—desert frogs that live on sand and deep-sea snails near volcanic vents—are now endangered due to human mining. But there’s hope: Australia’s numbat, once on the brink, is rebounding thanks to predator control, proving conservation works. Yet, five other marsupials are gone forever, and the IUCN warns that protecting nature isn’t optional—it’s essential for our planet’s health. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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2:05

Taylor Warns One Nation’s Economic Threat | Melbourne...

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2026/07/09

Opposition leader Angus Taylor is warning Australians that Pauline Hanson’s One Nation is a dangerous gamble, calling their platform “a column of smoke” and predicting a runaway inflation crisis if they win power. With polls showing One Nation surging ahead, Taylor blasts their trillion-dollar spending plans as unfunded and economically suicidal, promising cuts to pensions and Medicare that would plunge the nation into “an eternity of pain.” He’s targeting voters with specific examples of

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1:49

Opposition Missteps Amid Telstra Outage | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

When Telstra’s network crashed, plunging Australia into chaos with disrupted calls and emergency services offline, the opposition’s response was a disaster. Instead of holding the government to account, Angus Taylor’s team stumbled through a series of PR missteps — from a shadow minister admitting to testing triple zero (illegal unless it’s a real emergency), to a senator falsely claiming a death occurred due to the outage, and Taylor himself speculating about Chinese interference without

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2:03

Uranium Deal Finalized Amid Modi Visit | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

Australia and India are on the verge of finalizing a long-delayed uranium deal, a major milestone in their growing partnership, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi makes a high-profile three-day visit to Melbourne—drawing a crowd of 30,000 eager fans. Aussie PM Anthony Albanese praised Modi’s personal diplomacy and the energy of Indian-Australian communities, crediting their unity and business ties for revitalizing the bilateral relationship. While the civil nuclear pact signed in 2014 faced years

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1:40

Melbourne Flood Risk Skyrockets | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

New flood maps reveal over 20,000 homes in Melbourne’s west and southwest now at risk—up to eight times more in Hobsons Bay alone—with Brimbank also doubling its vulnerable properties. Based on rare, heavy rainfall events, these updated models signal rising flood threats, especially by 2100. Residents in Hobsons Bay and Brimbank are urged to check their addresses online and share feedback before September 9th. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:22

Surgeon Pleads Guilty to Bathroom Surveillance |...

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2026/07/09

A trainee surgeon secretly filmed hundreds of hospital patients in bathrooms across Melbourne hospitals, pleading guilty to 13 charges including stalking and producing intimate images — a shocking case that exposed thousands of private moments and led to his hospital ban and compulsory treatment. 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 based on

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1:55

Jewish Community Demands Fairer Media Coverage |...

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2026/07/09

Jillian Segal, Australia’s antisemitism envoy, is demanding a new oversight body to ensure balanced coverage of Israel by the ABC and SBS, arguing that current complaint systems fail Jewish communities and that broadcasters often amplify anti-Israel voices while underreporting Israel’s actions. She cites specific reporting errors and biased sourcing as evidence, while the ABC defends its coverage, noting complaints are evenly split and no bias claims have been upheld. The royal commission,

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1:14

Modi in Melbourne Strengthens Indo-Aussie Ties |...

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2026/07/09

Indian PM Narendra Modi’s high-profile Melbourne visit is all about deepening trade, defense ties, and strategic alignment with Australia—complete with a massive public event and glowing praise from PM Albanese, who calls Modi a “living bridge” for reshaping regional economics. No Q&A, but plenty of high-stakes diplomacy and global partnership-building on the agenda. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on

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1:33

Pam the Bird Sparks City Debate | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

A Melbourne man scaled the Bolte Bridge to paint a giant cartoon bird, sparking a nine-hour traffic jam and police standoff—then surrendered peacefully. Now, over 4,000 people are rallying to save “Pam the Bird,” calling it a beloved urban landmark and symbol of Melbourne’s creative soul. The artist, Jack Gibson-Burrell, faces 13 charges—including endangering life—and has a history of over 200 “Pam the Bird” offenses. He’s set for court on September 29th, as the city debates whether this

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1:15

Melbourne Shrouded in Dense Fog | Melbourne News

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2026/07/09

Melbourne’s waking up shrouded in thick, eerie fog—visibility so low it’s making skyscrapers vanish. This radiation fog, born from overnight cooling and moisture condensing, is causing real disruptions: one Bali-bound flight diverted, slick roads ahead, and drivers urged to slow down and space out. While relief’s on the way for northern suburbs in 2-3 hours, spots like Moorabbin and St Kilda may still be fog-bound until midday. Weather’s a wild card—stay alert, stay safe. Listen in

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1:27

US and Iran Edge Toward War | Melbourne News

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2026/07/08

Tensions between the US and Iran have surged to a breaking point, with both sides launching strikes and threats after a fragile truce. US strikes near the vital Strait of Hormuz have rattled global markets, sending oil prices soaring as fears of a wider regional war grow. The US president has vowed to strike Iran “hard again tonight,” signaling no immediate de-escalation and leaving the world on edge as the Middle East teeters on the brink of renewed conflict. Listen in comfort:Get a

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1:39

Telstra Outage Still Disrupting Commutes | Melbourne...

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2026/07/08

Telstra’s massive outage is still causing chaos across Australia—V/Line trains in Victoria and Southern Highlands Line in NSW are running on buses, emergency calls via Triple Zero are glitching, and devices are still struggling to reconnect. While 90% of issues are fixed, users are being told to wait up to 90 seconds or switch phones for emergencies—reminding us all how fragile our digital lifelines really are. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:40

Potholes Turn Commutes Into Crashes | Melbourne News

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2026/07/08

Regional Victoria is in meltdown over crumbling roads—potholes so brutal they’re costing drivers thousands in repairs, with one man spending $8,000 on tires and rims alone. Major highways have turned into obstacle courses, with dozens of cars breaking down after just days of rain, smashed rims and flat tires becoming the norm. Frustration is boiling over as locals feel ignored amid billions spent on Melbourne’s big projects. Opposition leaders are now touring the regions, with “fix the roads”

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1:21

Northcote’s Tower Debate | Melbourne News

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2026/07/08

A towering eight-story apartment complex is stirring up heated debate in Northcote, Melbourne, as locals clash with developers over traffic, parking, and neighborhood character. While proponents tout walkability, bike lanes, and much-needed housing for a growing population, opponents like Jason Gasper warn of gridlock and safety risks for families already struggling to find parking. The proposed building’s height and scale stand out against the area’s low-rise landscape, fueling concerns about

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