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Program: PM pushes Israel to further investigate death of aid worker
Program: PM pushes Israel to further investigate death of aid worker Fri 21 Aug 2026 at 7:10amFri 21 Aug 2026 at 7:10amFri 21 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Israeli commanders cleared over Zomi Frankcom's death
Program: Israeli commanders cleared over Zomi Frankcom's death Thu 20 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 20 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 20 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: ACTU wants more public housing
Recent changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax - aimed at making it easier for first-home-buyers to enter the property market - came after years of campaigning. Among those pushing for the change was the union movement, which is campaigning for more public housing and stronger renters rights.
Program: Labor seals NDIS deal
Labor seals a deal trimming costs for the NDIS but could the cuts hurt vulnerable Australians?; Social media giant Meta in court over claims it deliberately designed its platforms to be harmful to young people; and the family travelling the country, learning valuable life lessons, while giving their time and money feeding struggling Australians.
Program: NDIS changes to ensure integrity and sustainability
Program: NDIS changes to ensure integrity and sustainability Wed 19 Aug 2026 at 7:10amWed 19 Aug 2026 at 7:10amWed 19 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Tentative deal struck on gambling reforms
Program: Tentative deal struck on gambling reforms Tue 18 Aug 2026 at 7:10amTue 18 Aug 2026 at 7:10amTue 18 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Nationals opposed gun buybacks
The Nationals have been campaigning against the gun buy-back scheme. Their bill is likely to be presented to parliament this week. Featured: Senator Bridget McKenzie, Nationals Leader in the Senate Melissa Clarke: The Nationals have been campaigning against the gun buyback scheme, arguing it unfairly targets law-abiding gun owners. National Senate Leader Bridget McKenzie joined me a short time ago. Senator, thanks for speaking to me on AM this morning. Bridget McKenzie: Fantastic to be with you.
Program: Aged care algorithms hurting the elderly
Program: Aged care algorithms hurting the elderly Mon 17 Aug 2026 at 7:10amMon 17 Aug 2026 at 7:10amMon 17 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: How to power the rise of AI data centres?
Program: How to power the rise of AI data centres? Fri 14 Aug 2026 at 7:10amFri 14 Aug 2026 at 7:10amFri 14 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Multi-billion dollar bailout for Tomago smelter
Program: Multi-billion dollar bailout for Tomago smelter Thu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 13 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Rates paused but RBA's finger on button
Program: Rates paused but RBA's finger on button Wed 12 Aug 2026 at 7:10amWed 12 Aug 2026 at 7:10amWed 12 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Massive earthquake rocks Colombia
The corporate regulator puts car insurance companies on notice for raising their premiums above inflation. How a hero from the Bondi terror attack is facing a fight to stay in Australia.
Program: Political showdown over gambling reforms
Program: Political showdown over gambling reforms Mon 10 Aug 2026 at 7:10amMon 10 Aug 2026 at 7:10amMon 10 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: Geelong in crisis talks over concussion saga
AFL club Geelong is holding crisis talks today as it deals with the fallout over a controversial concussion deal signed with a player. It has been revealed that in 2024 Geelong struck a secret waiver with defender Jake Kolodjashnij, where he took on all legal responsibility for future brain trauma in an attempt to exonerate the club from potential future legal action. The AFL is demanding the club explain why Geelong withheld the contents of the deal from the league.
Program: Irish crime kingpin arrest
The alleged leader of one of the world's most significant drug cartels has appeared before a court in Dublin after being charged with organised crime offences. Daniel Kinahan was extradited from the United Arab Emirates and escorted to Ireland on a government jet on Sunday under tight security. His alleged crime syndicate even had links into Australia.
Program: A spicy text and an AI stoush
It's Question Time! But before they get stuck into your brilliant questions, PK and Mel dig into some political developments. A scandalous text sent by the ACT Opposition leader has raised a whole host of questions, including whether or not politicians are allowed to find their jobs boring. And the brewing fight between the Albanese Government and its NT and QLD counterparts over AI data centres. Then it's time for your questions, including are Labor failing to sell their policies?
Program: Push for Pacific security treaty
Foreign Ministers from across the Pacific are meeting in Fiji today. After a succession of country-to-country security deals, the Australian government is supporting a push, led by the Solomon Islands, for a region-wide security treaty. That could provide a bulwark against China, but it's an idea that is still in its infancy.
Program: Gambling reform stalemate
Labor back-benchers are joining voices from across the Federal Parliament calling for the Government to do more to crack down on gambling companies The stage is set for a fiery meeting of National Cabinet over the Federal Government's proposed rules for new data centres Foreign Ministers from across the Pacific are meeting in Fiji today, with Australia pushing for a region-wide security treaty.
Program: Debate rages over how to power data centre boom
Program: Debate rages over how to power data centre boom Thu 6 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 6 Aug 2026 at 7:10amThu 6 Aug 2026 at 7:10am Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.
Program: NAPLAN results shock educators
NAPLAN results reveal hundreds of thousands of students struggling with literacy and numeracy. Police investigate 'left-wing extremists' over a possible politically motivated arson attack on a Victorian defence manufacturer. Europe offers Spain financial support to strengthen its borders after 72,000 migrants crossed into the city of Ceuta.
Program: Drug revelations fuel calls for gambling crackdown
Calls for a crackdown on betting companies after revelations drugs and escorts were supplied to problem gamblers. The FIFA boss fights to keep his job after a failed plan to sell off the Soccer World Cup. Japan's normally secretive Geisha speak out demanding change as their numbers decline
Program: Infantino fights to keep FIFA presidency
There's a serious push to remove FIFA boss Gianni Infantino after his failed bid to sell off the World Cup. England has joined several other countries preparing to withdraw their support for his re-election bid. The US media is reporting Mr Infantino tried to enlist the support the White House to keep his job.
Program: Incentives for tech giants to pay for journalism
A new scheme to ensure social media companies pay for the journalism published on their platforms is closer to being finalised. The Federal Government has made some key changes to its plan - the News Bargaining Initiative - which would put a tax on the revenue of big social media companies that they can offset if they strike payment deals with media organisations.
Program: Fuel prices set to rise
How rising fuel prices are driving record numbers of Australians to electric vehicles. An ABC investigation reveals child exploitation still rife in chocolate supply chains. A former sporting star and recovering gambling addict warns about the dangers of online betting companies.
Program: Recovering addict warns against online betting
The Federal Government's plans to curb gambling advertising will come under scrutiny this week, with a Senate inquiry's public hearings beginning today. The plan has been widely criticised for not going far enough in limiting the reach and influence of gambling companies. Featured: Luke Bateman, former Rugby League professional and anti-gambling advocate Luke Bateman speaks at a panel in parliament house about the role sport, alcohol and gambling play in gender-based violence.
Program: Australian facing death penalty in Syria
The ABC reveals the case of a Gold Coast man locked up in a Syrian jail facing the death penalty for allegedly murdering another Australian; Inflation figures came out better than expected but conflict in the Middle East is flaring up - likely putting pressure on prices; and pharmaceutical company backdown means free access to a lifesaving drug for women with breast cancer or endometriosis.
Program: Environmentalists ramp up campaign against Browse Basin
Environmentalists are ramping up their campaign to against Woodside's Browse project. The $30bn proposal would become Australia's largest gas project, opening up a new gas field off Western Australia's north-west coast.
Program: Inflation down but RBA could still raise rates
The Reserve Bank will be weighing up several factors when it meets in a fortnight's time to decide whether to hold - or hike - interest rates. The latest data released yesterday showed inflation is lower than official forecasts and market expectations but it remains well above the target range of the central bank.
Program: Dangerous times for climate policy: Ken Henry
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Program: Government announces plans for new oil refinery
Plans to build Australia's first new oil refinery since the 1960s; Would a change of leadership do anything to help Labor's fading hopes to cling to power in Victoria; and how salmon farming has turned Norway's pristine fjords into a goldmine while wreaking environmental havoc.
Program: Government launches plans for new oil refinery
The Federal and WA state governments have moved a step closer to developing a new oil refinery in the country's west. The two governments have committed $4 million dollars for a pre-feasibility study into an oil refinery being built by chemicals manufacturer Perdaman.
Program: Nationwide alert to test emergency system
A ten-second siren will blare from mobile phones across the country today, as part of a nation-wide test of a new emergency alert system. It's a trial of what will be used in the future to warn people about emergencies such bushfires, cyclones and terrorism threats.
Program: Victorian Premier faces leadership challenge
Millions of Australian smartphones will sound off today in the first test of the new emergency warning system. And an extensive investigation reveals how everyday supermarket items are often not what they're claimed to be.
Program: German police kill Pride attack suspect
German police have shot and killed a 21-year-old man suspected of carrying out yesterday's attack on a Berlin Pride event. After locating German-born Adbul Ballout in one of the city's suburbs, officers say they opened fire when he charged towards them with a knife.
Program: Oil prices jump amid worsening Middle East war
Oil prices have jumped back up to more than 100 U-S dollars a barrel, after the Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea; The CEO of energy company Origin has confirmed a data breach has occurred - and has apologised to customers; and public school teachers are urging state and territory governments to address staff shortages and reduce workloads.... or risk more strikes.
Program: Allied Health students to get 'paid prac'
Have we got the right plan to build enough affordable housing for future generations? And OpenAI models have hacked a digital library, heightening fears in Canberra over Chinese AI systems.
Program: 'Paid prac' expanded for allied health students
Financial support for students who have to do unpaid practical placements will be expanded to help more people studying in allied health fields. The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is announcing the extension of the popular 'paid prac' program as he address the ALP's triennial National Conference. Featured: Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is announcing the extension of the popular 'paid prac' program as he address the ALP's triennial National Conference.
Program: Is Australia building enough affordable housing?
Have we got the right plan to build enough affordable housing for future generations? Another test for Australia's relationship with China. And the US sets up a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia.
Program: Taylor takes from Abbott playbook(let)
The National Labor Conference is about to get underway, with a gas exports tax, gambling reform and artificial intelligence shaping up as key battlegrounds But while there will be disagreements and policy fights, there's criticism that the event will be highly stage managed. So, is Labor being in power actually putting a "handbrake" on robust debate? And Opposition leader Angus Taylor has unveiled a new booklet spruiking his economic plan, in a move directly out of the Tony Abbott playbook.
Program: One Nation's campaign to capture regional Australia
How One Nation is working quietly to build support across regional Australia; Donald Trump's threatening to attack an Iranian military site linked to the country's nuclear program; and could early intervention to prevent chronic problems such as stroke and diabetes save lives as well as billions of dollars?
Program: Burnham takes office as UK PM
More pressure on oil prices as the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels announce a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia. And how China's taking advantage of the chaos in the Middle East and taking a stranglehold on the electric vehicle market.
Program: US strikes back after deadly attack
The US strikes back after Iran kills two of its personnel in a missile strike in Jordan. How Australia's booming anti-aging industry is exploiting gaps in health regulations and putting profits before people.
Program: Families seek justice over Lao poisoning
Charges to be laid over a methanol poisoning event in Laos where two Australian teenagers died but will their families actually get the justice they're looking for? Smoking rates are dropping but worries remain about the lure of illegal and cheap tobacco. New brands of electric vehicles are flooding the car market but some companies are short changing their customers with poor after purchase service.
Program: The Government's balancing act on artificial intelligence
It's a delicate balance for the Federal Government - to attract investment from the fast-growing industry but ensure the right protections for the community are in place as the artificial intelligence revolution powers on.
Program: Cyberattack hits GP centres
The sensitive medical information of thousands at risk as a major cyber attack hits a GP network across the country. Australia's hidden shame - new laws cracking down on modern slavery
Program: Trump reverses course of Hormuz fee
Donald Trump drops a proposed fee for passage through the Strait of Hormuz but he seems serious about a naval blockade on Iran as fears of a renewed conflict intensify. Anthony Albanese to demand tech giants earn their 'social licence' as he addresses concerns about the artificial intelligence revolution. Are we ready for what could be the strongest El Niño weather event of the modern era?
Program: Trump resumes Hormuz blockade
The US resumes a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, this time Donald Trump's charging a fee for other ships to get through the troubled region. Are we facing the same oil price shocks we saw earlier in the year? Remembering Sam Neill, one of Australia's greatest ever actors.
Program: Nervousness but not panic about oil supply
Global Oil Expert Dr Carole Nakhle says there is a level of nervousness about the latest situation in the Strait of Hormuz but she's not expecting the same level of disruption which happened at the start of the US-Iran conflict.
Program: Conflicting reports whether Strait of Hormuz is open
The US launches its fiercest attacks on Iran in weeks as conflicting reports emerge whether Iran has managed to cut-off the Strait of Hormuz. Australian universities under the spotlight at the Royal Commission this week. Is a broken financial model holding back the delivery of affordable housing to lower income Australians?
Program: US Iran ceasefire under further strain
The US and Iran have exchanged fire for a second day, deepening hostilities and uncertainty over the future of the tenuous ceasefire between the two nations. Australia will ramp up its supply of uranium to India for its nuclear energy program, after the two countries signed a deal during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Australia. And the Indian PM lauded his nation's achievements at a reception in Melbourne.
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