Episodes

  • Power bills surge despite election promise

    Power bills surge despite election promise
    Jul 4 2026
    Australian households have paid almost $23 billion extra in electricity bills over four years, despite the Prime Minister's 2021 election commitment to reduce power bills by $275 annually. Queensland households have been hardest hit with a 54% increase in median energy bills, followed by New South Wales at 50%, South Australia at 40%, and Victoria at 26%. The Energy Minister attributes high prices to coal power breakdowns while pointing to government initiatives for solar, batteries and electric vehicles, with potential relief expected from regulator benchmark price drops.

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    2 mins
  • Australia pledges $2 million for Venezuela earthquake relief

    Australia pledges $2 million for Venezuela earthquake relief
    Jul 2 2026
    The Australian federal government has pledged $2 million in support for Venezuela following two deadly earthquakes that killed nearly 2,000 people and left tens of thousands unaccounted for.

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    1 min
  • Bird flu outbreak spreads to New South Wales

    Bird flu outbreak spreads to New South Wales
    Jul 3 2026
    New South Wales has detected a suspected case of H5N1 bird flu north of Sydney, making it the third Australian state affected after Western Australia and South Australia. The H5N1 strain is significantly more serious than previous varieties, capable of spreading rapidly through wildlife populations and posing major threats to both native animals and the poultry industry.

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    3 mins
  • Gut health recipes for energy and wellbeing

    Gut health recipes for energy and wellbeing
    Jul 4 2026
    Gut health fundamentally impacts overall wellbeing, with 70% of serotonin produced in the gut and over 100 trillion bacteria cells residing there. Nutritious, plant-based foods high in protein and fibre support digestive health, while processed foods damage beneficial gut bacteria. A 28-day gut health meal plan features simple recipes including a smashed niçoise potato tart with 20 grams of protein, five-ingredient breakfast bites, a Mexican taco bowl with 43 grams of protein and 15 grams of fibre, and anti-inflammatory strawberry oat bars.

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    5 mins
  • Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86

    Dame Penelope Keith dies aged 86
    Jun 29 2026
    British actress Dame Penelope Keith has died at the age of 86 after a battle with cancer. The two-time BAFTA winner was best known for her roles in To the Manor Born and as Margot Leadbetter in The Good Life, which aired from 1975 to 1978. Her family confirmed she passed away peacefully at home.

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    1 min
  • Prince Harry considers 24-hour UK visit amid security concerns

    Prince Harry considers 24-hour UK visit amid security concerns
    Jun 30 2026
    Prince Harry is reportedly considering a brief 24-hour visit to the UK to see King Charles after security concerns disrupted plans for a family trip. The Duke of Sussex's private security team has raised serious concerns about bringing his children, Archie and Lilibet, who have not seen their grandfather since the late Queen's Platinum Jubilee. Harry's spokesperson initially confirmed the family would visit with a range of planned engagements, but the trip was thrown into doubt less than 24 hours later following a Home Office security decision.

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    2 mins
  • Unclaimed lottery tickets worth $154 million

    Unclaimed lottery tickets worth $154 million
    Jul 2 2026
    Twelve unclaimed major lottery prizes across Australia total $154 million, with varying claim deadlines by state.

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    2 mins
  • Melbourne man charged after allegedly stalking Kylie Minogue's family

    Melbourne man charged after allegedly stalking Kylie Minogue's family
    Jul 3 2026
    A Melbourne man faces stalking charges after allegedly contacting Kylie Minogue's family members with claims of being in a relationship with the pop star. The accused allegedly sent text messages, made phone calls, and delivered packages to the singer's brother's home. The man is scheduled to appear in court in November.

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