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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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18:39

Is this the beginning of the end for X?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/09/03

This week, X was banned in Brazil due to a Supreme Court decision over what can and can’t be said online.It is the latest in a string of lawsuits and bad news engulfing X. Although, X itself paints a different picture.So, about two years on from when billionaire Elon Musk took over the ownership of X, what is happening to it and what does it’s future look like? We’ll take a look in today’s episode. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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12:25

Mass protests in Israel

The Daily Aus ·

2024/09/02

Tens of thousands of people have marched through Israel’s main cities calling for an immediate deal to release hostages who remain held captive by Hamas. It comes after Israeli forces recovered the bodies of six hostages in Gaza over the weekend. Major unions have now called to “shut down the economy”, setting off one of the largest protests in Israel since 7 October. In today's podcast, we explain the latest protests and what they might mean for a deal. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma

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19:32

The census backlash and backflip

The Daily Aus ·

2024/09/01

The Federal Government has changed its stance on including questions about sexual orientation, gender identity, and variations in sex characteristics in the next census. It follows mounting pressure from LGBTQ+ advocates and several Government MPs. In today’s deep dive, we’ll take you through the census controversy, the backlash and the backflip.Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerProducer: Emmeline PetersonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:08

Free groceries and your week in good news

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/30

To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here.In this week's good news wrap, we discuss the new free grocery store in San Franciso, a long-lost letter, the three minute thesis pitch and the success of the Refugee Paralympic Committee. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:41

Music's most viral overnight success

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/29

Imagine working really hard at something for most of your life and never really feeling like that many people were paying attention. Until one day you wake up, and everyone’s cheering your name, screaming your lyrics at you, and you’re the biggest artist in the world. That’s kind of what’s happened recently to singer Chappell Roan. In today’s deep dive, we explore if Chappell Roan is really an overnight success or if there’s more to the story. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara

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8:02

The five Paralympians to keep an eye on

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/29

The Paralympics are here! Australia has sent 160 Paralympians to Paris, including 61 who are making their debut. It's going to be a big couple of weeks – so TDA is here to give you the rundown on what you need to know, including the five Paralympians to keep an eye on. To get a daily schedule of the Paralympics, subscribe to TDA's free sport newsletter here. You can unsubscribe at any time! Hosts: George Finlayson and Sam KoslowskiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:44

The ban on women's voices and faces

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/28

You might’ve seen headlines this week that women in Afghanistan can no longer show their faces or speak in public. It’s the latest in a long string of restrictions that have been imposed on civilians and in particular women since the Taliban seized power of the country just over three years ago. In today’s deep dive, we explain the latest ban, how it came to be and the broader context of women’s rights in Afghanistan. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducer: Orla MaherSee

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16:47

Is Australia's hospitality industry 'toxic'?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/27

SafeWork NSW is investigating allegations of workplace sexual harassment, assault and drug abuse against a Sydney-based hospitality group. It comes after The Sydney Morning Herald led an investigation into Swillhouse, which owns several venues including Restaurant Hubert and The Baxter Inn. In today’s podcast, we speak to Nine journalists Eryk Bagshaw and Bianca Hrovat about the investigation. 1800RESPECT:Call: 1800 737 732Text: 0458 737 732 Read the Sydney Morning Herald investigation here. Hosts:

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15:53

Do you want a refund on your cancelled flight?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/26

The Government has handed down its vision for Australia’s aviation sector. It says it will boost consumer rights, increase competition, support regional aviation, and help the sector become more environmentally friendly. But the Opposition has called the report a “missed opportunity”. In today’s deep dive, we explain what the Government wants to change, and what it might actually take to overhaul the sector. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Nandini DhirProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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14:40

The legal right to ignore your boss begins today

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/25

Ever been out with mates after work when your manager’s number flashes up on your phone screen? From today, you can now legally refuse a call or text from your boss once you’ve clocked off. The laws were developed over concerns about modern workplaces and smartphones invading personal lives. In today’s deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at what’s changing, what this law means for workers and employers, and what the TDA audience told us they think about the right to disconnect. Hosts: Harry Sekulich

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11:14

Advice for a long life and your week in good news

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/23

To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here. In this week's good news wrap, we discuss sage advice from the world's oldest person, Coldplay's Taylor Swift tribute, the Netball Marathon and a new scientific discovery that could protect critical infrastructure. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emmeline PetersonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:55

Who's ahead in the U.S. election?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/22

The Democratic National Convention has been going on in Chicago this week. Over the last few days, we’ve seen Kamala Harris accept her party’s nomination to run as its presidential candidate ahead of the US Election in November. For that reason, there’s been a lot of attention on Harris this week. But what about Donald Trump? In today’s deep dive, we’ll take you through the latest from the U.S. election campaign trail. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma GillespieProducer: Orla MaherSee

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17:03

Should politicians be fined for bad behaviour?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/21

Federal politicians found to have sexually harassed, assaulted, or bullied staff could be fined up to 5% of their salary under new draft laws. Legislation tabled in Parliament this week comes nearly three years after a 2021 workplace review, which detailed “a lack of clear standards of conduct, limited accountability and power imbalances” for those within the so-called “Canberra bubble”. In today’s deep dive, we’ll tell you all about the Government’s new proposal, and what it means for those who

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15:05

What we know about Matthew Perry's death

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/20

Secret codewords, significantly overpriced drugs and deleted text messages. Those are just some of the allegations at the centre of a criminal case now surrounding the death of beloved actor Matthew Perry. Perry died in October of last year from a Ketamine overdose, and last week it was revealed that U.S. prosecutors have charged five people, including Perry’s personal assistant, over his death.They allege the group “took advantage of Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves”. In today's

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15:37

Ever missed a deadline? So have the Liberals.

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/19

At least 138 Liberal Party candidates won’t run in the upcoming NSW local council elections, after essential paperwork wasn’t filed on time. The party's state director has already been fired for the error. Now, the NSW Liberal Party is now threatening to take legal action against the state’s electoral commission. In today's podcast, we explain the political saga and what the Liberals think should happen next. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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13:29

Can't afford a house? 3D print one!

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/18

3D printing technology is advancing rapidly. New machinery means houses can be built faster, cheaper, and more sustainably. A neighbourhood of 100 3D-printed houses is nearly complete in Texas. Over in Dubai, the Government has plans for a quarter of all buildings to be 3D printed by 2030. So, could 3D printing be the solution to the housing crisis? In today's deep dive, we'll explore how it works, where it’s being done, and what this technology means for Australia. Watch Nandini's video explainer

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10:49

The bright side of the news this week

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/16

To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here. In this week's good news wrap, we cover Missy Higgins' ARIA success, the bravest Aussies among us and Indigenous knowledge becoming a national science priority. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emmeline PetersonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:54

The push to ban gambling ads

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/15

Should online gambling ads be banned altogether? That’s the question that’s currently in front of the government, as they weigh up how to deal with Australia’s gambling problem. While a committee report last year recommended a total ban on all online gambling advertising, there are reports that the Government won’t go for a total ban, but instead a partial one. In today’s podcast, we’ll explore what the fallout from those reports have been, what the Government’s options are and what we can expect

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15:52

Melbourne's war against e-scooters

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/14

Melbourne City Council has voted to ban hired e-scooters. At a meeting this week, Melbourne's Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece said the council would end its contracts with e-scooter companies Lime and Neuron six months early, in response to poor rider behaviour and concerns from residents. In today's podcast, we discuss the decision, what the response has been and what it means for avid e-scooter riders. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla MaherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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15:33

Why is a Senator suing Brittany Higgins?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/08/13

WA Senator Linda Reynolds is suing former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins for defamation. It’s the latest in a long string of lawsuits that have been unfolding since Higgins first came out publicly with allegations against her former colleague Bruce Lehrmann. In today’s deep dive, we explain why a Senator is suing her former staffer, what the case has heard so far and what could happen next.1800 RESPECT:Call: 1800 737 732Text: 0458 737 732Video: 1800RESPECT.org.au Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma

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