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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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15:30

Can we support Autistic people better?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/04/02

This week, the Federal Government released a draft strategy aimed at improving the lives of Australians with Autism. It comes after a 2022 inquiry found that outcomes for Autistic people in Australia were “unacceptably poor”. So what does the strategy recommend, and how could it improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Australians? In today's podcast, we speak to the CEO of Autism Awareness Australia to find out more. You can read the Draft National Autism Strategy here. You'll find the

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13:33

Why young people can't go out after 6pm in Alice Springs

The Daily Aus ·

2024/04/01

Young people in Alice Springs are currently under a curfew, meaning they can't be outside between 6pm and 6am. The Northern Territory Government made the announcement in an effort to curb youth crime in the area. It is a move that has garnered worldwide media attention with the likes of CNN and The New York Times all covering this story. But what is the community saying? And does this deal with the root of the issue? We explain what is happening in today's deep dive. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam

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19:11

Why Beyoncé called out country music

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/28

Beyonce's new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ drops today, but not everyone is excited as we are. In today’s deep dive, we break down Beyonce's foray into country music, why it's angered some country fans and conservatives, and the complicated history of country music in the U.S.Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma GillespieAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our book No Silly Questions Today’s episode is

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16:36

The drug cover up allegations against the AFL

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/27

This week, allegations were levelled against the AFL over recreational drug use being covered up by club doctors, and players being told to fake physical injuries in order to avoid game day drug testing. This is a story that has the potential to rock the sport, so we deep dive into everything we know so far today on the podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily

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14:43

How Russia ignored a warning about a terrorist attack

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/26

Russia has just experienced its deadliest domestic terror attack in 20 years, when four gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow and killed at least 137 people, with at least 140 others injured. Now, as the four gunmen face trial, questions are being asked about the failure of Russian intelligence to foreshadow the attack - all despite some very explicit warnings from U.S. intelligence services only a few weeks ago. Today on the podcast, we’ll explain what happened, what the world knew, and how

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17:53

The teen taking on the Govt over duty of care

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/25

Anj Sharma is a 19-year-old university student. She’s also an activist trying to change the laws of the country.Sharma wants to make it a legal obligation for the Australian Government to consider its duty of care to future generations when making decisions about the environment.Sharma is working with Independent Senator David Pocock to get their duty of care bill through government.This week, the Senate is considering the merits of the bill. In today's deep dive, TDA talks to Sharma about the

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13:58

The plan to protect LGBT+ discrimination in religious...

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/24

An independent legal body has advised the Federal Government on how to better protect LGBT+ staff and students at religious schools. The Government asked the Australian Law Reform Commission to review federal anti-discrimination laws in light of a years-long debate about religious freedoms. In today's podcast, we unpack the recommendations made to the Government. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerAudio producer: Joe Kiely Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our

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13:38

Why the art world won't tell you who Banksy is

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/21

Banksy is in the news this week after he unveiled his latest artwork in North London. You may have seen it – it was green paint sprayed on a wall behind a tree to give the appearance of leaves, with a person holding a sprayer next to it. But what is perhaps most interesting about Banksy is that he has remained anonymous throughout his career. So how has he done it? On today’s episode, we interview Professor Alison Young from the University of Melbourne, who has researched graffiti and street art

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11:17

Where's pill testing at in Australia?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/20

Yesterday, Queensland announced the country’s first permanent pill testing service will begin at a music festival next week. It comes just over a year after the state first announced it would move to allow for pill testing. Pill testing is a highly contentious issue, but with two jurisdictions now allowing it, what can we expect to see from the rest of the country? Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara SeidlerAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our

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17:15

Taxi drivers' $272 million win over Uber

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/19

This week, the taxi industry reached a landmark settlement with Uber. The ride-sharing giant has agreed to pay $272 million in compensation after a five year legal battle with taxi and hire car operators. In today's podcast, we unpack the case against Uber and what it means for them. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our book No Silly

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13:14

South Australia just elected Australia's first Voice...

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/18

Over the weekend, First Nations people in South Australia determined the composition of Australia’s first-ever Indigenous Voice to Parliament advisory body. The Voice will be a group of First Nations representatives advising the South Australian Government on matters of importance to their communities. This is a big moment for the country - so we’re going to unpack how the South Australian Voice works, how it came to be, and what influence it might have. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam

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17:53

When will young people be able to afford an electric...

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/17

We’ve heard time and time again how important climate change is to our audience. So, we decided to interview the Climate Change Minister, Chris Bowen, about what the Australian Government is doing to accelerate action. Plus, we talked about the exact timeline for when the Government expects young people to be able to afford an electric vehicle. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiGuest: Chris Bowen, Climate Change MinisterAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast

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18:25

Could TikTok actually be banned in the U.S.?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/14

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that would force TikTok’s Chinese parent company to sell it or face being banned in the country. The bill still needs to pass a few more steps before it can become a law. So what does this all mean? And could it happen in Australia?Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma GillespieAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our book No Silly

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12:40

What's in our wastewater? (Drugs)

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/13

Australians are using more cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA than last year. How do we know this? It’s according to new sewage analysis by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, who have been testing Aussie wastewater since 2016. Today on the podcast, we speak to Shane Neilson, CIC's Acting National Manager of Data Analytics, about what else this data tells us about Australians' drug consumption.Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara SeidlerGuest: Shane Nielson, Criminal Intelligence Commission's

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19:04

Will supermarkets show us their receipts?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/12

Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths have been accused of anti-competitive practices and unfair prices against a backdrop of record profits. Concerns of price-gouging have escalated into multiple formal investigations, including a Senate Inquiry. So what exactly are the supermarkets accused of, what are the inquiries trying to achieve, and will any of it actually lead to cheaper groceries?Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the

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17:16

Could climate change mean the end of music festivals?

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/11

Last weekend, a major music festival in Victoria was cancelled due to severe weather warnings, but it's not the first time this has happened. There have been around 45 Aussie music festivals that have been partially or fully cancelled due to weather impacts since 2015. So, with temperatures soaring and climate change an increasing concern, what does the future of festivals look like in Australia?Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara SeidlerGuest: Berish Bilander, CEO of Green Music AustraliaAudio

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13:02

Why the alleged killer of Samantha Murphy couldn't...

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/10

This week, a 22-year-old man named Patrick Orren Stephenson was arrested for the murder of Ballarat woman Samantha Murphy. We now know his name, but his identity was initially kept secret under a suppression order. Today on the podcast, we delve into exactly what a suppression orders is, as well as what we know about the alleged murder of Samantha Murphy.Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara SeidlerAudio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our

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13:41

The push to criminalise coercive control

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/07

This week Queensland became the second state to criminalise coercive control as a standalone offence.Today on the pod, we talk about Queensland’s new crime, and how Australia is progressing on domestic violence laws. If you or a loved one is struggling, you can call 1800Respect on 1800 737 732. Credits:Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiAudio Producer: Emmeline PetersonDo you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our book No

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16:45

Trump, Biden, and what we learnt from Super Tuesday

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/06

This week, millions of people in the U.S. voted in their state’s primary elections in a day known as Super Tuesday. It's one of the most important days in the U.S. presidential election cycle.Today on the podcast, we’re going to take you through Super Tuesday, how it all works and what this week’s results mean. Credits:Hosts: Emma Gillespie, Zara Seidler Audio Producer: Emmeline PetersonDo you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey!Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy

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14:07

The uncertain future of news on social media

The Daily Aus ·

2024/03/05

To support The Daily Aus, subscribe to our newsletter here. Meta, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, announced last week it will not renew its deals with large traditional Australian media companies. Separately, Meta also announced last month it’s taking steps to limit the reach of “political” content on its platforms. Australian news publishers now fear a breakdown in mediation talks between the tech giant and the Australian Government could lead to news being blocked on the

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