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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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3:40

Headlines: Govt secures extra 100 million litres of...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/24

Today's headlines include: Australia has secured an extra 100 million litres of diesel, under a new deal between the Federal Government and fuel companies Ampol and BP. Australia's financial services watchdog is cracking down on influencers sharing unauthorised financial advice online. One person is dead and five others are injured after a shooting at a shopping centre in the U.S. state of Louisiana. And today’s good news: Aussie researchers have found a compound from seaweed that can

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20:04

The rise of people betting on wars

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/23

Right now, as you’re listening to this podcast, millions of people are earning money by gambling on war. Hedging their bets on when the next missile strike will happen, whether a ceasefire will hold, or whether a foreign government will fall. It’s called prediction markets… and on today’s podcast we're explaining what they are, why they're booming, and why they're becoming one of the most controversial corners of the internet.Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Sam KoslowskiProducer:

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4:44

Headlines: Ben Roberts-Smith's bail conditions changed

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/23

Today's headlines include: Ben Roberts-Smith’s bail conditions have been varied to allow him to contact his ex-wife to organise custody of their two children. Iran has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a day after ‌U.S. President Donald Trump announced he was indefinitely calling off attacks, with no sign of peace talks restarting. The Queensland Government has passed a law to expand the number of offences where judges can hand down the same sentences to children and adults. And

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18:28

The PM answers your questions

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/22

A war with Iran, a fuel supply crisis, and warnings of a recession.Those are the three topics I put to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese when he came into The Daily Aus’ offices yesterday for a sit-down interview. In today’s episode, you’ll hear his perspective on his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump, if the prices of essential groceries are about to go up, and his considerations for the upcoming budget. Hosts: Billi FitzSions and Zara SeidlerGuest: Prime MinisterAnthony

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3:46

Headlines: Govt to cut 160K NDIS recipients

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/22

Today's headlines include: Eligibility rules for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) will be tightened as the Government looks to cut 160,000 recipients. A fourth person has been charged with the kidnapping and murder of Sydney grandfather Chris Baghsarian. Australia’s internet watchdog has put video game giants on notice over grooming and extremism concerns. And today’s good news: A popular skincare ingredient could be used to fight drug-resistant bacteria, according to new

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14:10

The TikTok singer accused of murder

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/21

CW: Before we get into today’s deep dive, we wanted to give you a quick heads up that this episode discusses distressing themes, including sexual abuse. If you or anyone you know needs support, you can reach out to 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732, or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au. A missing 13-year-old. A body found in a car boot by chance. A matching tattoo. And a 21-year-old TikTok star with 22 million Spotify listeners potentially facing the death penalty. Today, we’re explaining the case

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3:50

Headlines: NZ PM survives leadership vote

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/21

Today's headlines include: Foreign Minister Penny Wong has held talks with her Lebanese and Pakistani counterparts on a ceasefire in the Middle East, as uncertainty surrounds negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. Christopher Luxon will stay on as Prime Minister of New Zealand after surviving a confidence vote. A smoking ban for people born after 2008 has passed UK Parliament, more than two years after the bill was first tabled. And today’s good news: Archaeologists have discovered an

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18:02

What’s going on with Australia’s protest laws?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/20

Australia’s protest laws are being tested in multiple states. Over the weekend, dozens were arrested in Brisbane, after demonstrations opposing Qld’s new hate speech.Just days earlier, a NSW court struck down protest restrictions introduced after the Bondi terror attack. Today we’ll unpack what's going on in each state, where protests laws are at federally, and what it all means for your right to protest. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to

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4:10

Headlines: U.S-Israel ceasefire with Iran in doubt

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/20

Today's headlines include: The ceasefire in the U.S-Israel war with Iran is in doubt after the U.S. fired on an Iranian cargo ship, then seized it. Treasurer Jim Chalmers has foreshadowed some of the measures the Government could implement in the upcoming Federal Budget, the first since the 2025 election. A man in the U.S. state of Louisiana has killed eight children, seven of whom were his own, and critically wounded their mother and another woman. And today’s good news! Australian golfer

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14:56

The illegal monopoly of Ticketmaster

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/19

Last week, a jury in the U.S. found the world's biggest ticketing company was running an illegal monopoly. The landmark verdict against Live Nation and Ticketmaster is the latest in a case that could have implications for music fans around the world. On today's podcast, we’re going to go through everything you need to know about the trial including what the jury actually found, what happens next, and what it means for Australian concert-goers. Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi FitzSimonsProducer:

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3:43

Headlines: Ben Roberts-Smith granted bail

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/17

Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has rejected the latest round of criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump about military assistance in the Middle East. Former SAS soldier and accused war criminal Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted bail, ten days after his arrest at Sydney Airport. St Kilda Football Club will appeal a ban handed down to one of its players over a homophobic slur. And today’s good news: Children and families can now stream Auslan-interpreted episodes

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16:07

The boycott that launched Coachella

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/16

Sign up to our culture newsletter here. Over the next few days, thousands of festival goers will descend on a valley in the Californian desert to attend the sold-out second weekend of Coachella 2026. The festival is one of the biggest of its kind, with the star power of its global headliners rivalled only by its a-list attendees. But the Coachella of the past was a very different festival, one born out of a protest led by Pearl Jam, and an artist boycott against Ticketmaster. Today we’ll

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3:45

Headlines: Govt gives update on oil refinery fire

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/16

Today's headlines include: Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen has given an update on the national fuel supply, hours after firefighters extinguished a major blaze at one of Australia’s two oil refineries. The NSW Court of Appeal has ruled the state government’s protest restrictions after the Bondi terrorist attack infringed on residents’ constitutional rights. A recount has been ordered in the South Australian seat of Narungga, after dozens of uncounted ballots were sent to the

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20:14

What's happening with the global economy?

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/15

Sign up to our finance newsletter here. There's a word economists really hate saying out loud. The IMF just handed the world three possible futures - weaker, worse, and severe - and in the worst case, it says we're on the brink of that word. A war in the Middle East, oil at $100 a barrel, and the sharpest global warning in years. On today’s podcast, we're asking one of Australia's sharpest economic minds, economist from The Australia Institute Greg Jericho, on whether it's time to start saying

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3:39

Headlines: Gina Rinehart forced to pay millions to...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/15

Today's headlines include: Australia's richest person Gina Rinehart could be forced to share hundreds of millions of dollars from her iron ore empire after two rival mining dynasties won parts of a bitter legal battle against the billionaire. Virgin Australia has become the latest airline to announce it will raise fares and cut its number of domestic flights amid the global fuel supply shortage. The High Court has ruled Victoria’s political donation laws aren’t in line with the

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17:54

The Liberals’ immigration plan

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/14

Yesterday, Opposition Leader Angus Taylor delivered his first major policy speech since becoming leader of the Liberal Party. In it, Taylor unveiled his party’s new immigration plan, which he argued must discriminate based on values. In today’s podcast, we’re going to unpack what this immigration policy is and why Taylor argues Australia’s system needs to change. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerProducer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The

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3:25

Headlines: Australia joins global Hormuz emergency talks

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/14

Today's headlines include: Australia will be among dozens of countries to attend emergency talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as the U.S. continues its blockade of the area. NSW Police has launched an internal investigation after claims a trainee raped a fellow police recruit. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has secured a majority government following this week’s by-elections. And today’s good news: Marie-Louise Eta has become the first woman appointed to manage a men's team

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17:42

The Govt's crackdown on gambling ads

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/13

In case you missed it, the Federal Government announced it intends to introduce a ban on several forms of gambling ads. It will mean no gambling ads’ on players’ uniforms, in stadiums, or with celebrities. But, many think these We’ll tell you what you need to know about the new reforms, and why they have been controversial, in today’s podcast.Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is

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4:00

Headlines: Three Vic Cabinet ministers to quit...

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/13

Today's headlines include: Three members of the Victorian Cabinet have announced they will quit Parliament ahead of the upcoming state election, due in November. U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a blockade on the Strait of Hormuz following failed ceasefire negotiations between the U.S. and Iran. One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has announced she has fired a party worker who was jailed for rape. And today’s good news! U.S. scientists have made a breakthrough in the development of a

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19:02

Why the UK banned Kanye

The Daily Aus ·

2026/04/12

It started as a festival announcement and ended with a government ban, a cancelled event, and a very pointed statement from the British Prime Minister. On today’s podcast, we’re going to take a closer look at how exactly the UK government barred Kanye West from entering the UK.For more stories like this, and all things pop culture, sign up to our TDA Culture newsletter here. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The

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