The Briefing
Episodes
NSW Premier says taxes too high + Why Russia is losing Ukraine war
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Minns enters the tax reform chat, as Chalmers and Taylor spar over CGT Putin arrives in China to meet Xi Jinping, days after Trump l...
Pollies protest One Nation speech + The dirty secret behind online prices
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: DFAT seeking confirmation on the welfare of Aussies on board flotilla reportedly taken by Israel Questions&...
Toxic illicit alcohol sold in Aus bottle shop + Shakira $90M court win
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: 47-year-old man faced court after being charged over alleged murder of wife and two children PM Anthony Albanese addresses AI images...
Pt 2. ‘I didn’t join One Nation’: Jane Hume on the future of the Coalition
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In part two of our chat with the deputy leader of the Liberal Party, Senator Jane Hume, we get into her party’s migration policy and what the &l...
Elon Musk loses ChatGPT lawsuit + Pt 1. Jane Hume on Labor’s ‘death tax’
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Elon Musk loses high profile lawsuit against Open AI Australians among those on-board Israeli-seized Gaza flotilla...
Are we prepared for next pandemic? + Trump’s next threat to Iran
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Opposition promises to scrap Labor's tax changes US President Donald Trump's new threat for Iran Passenger...
Pt 2: Tracking an abuser inside the global ‘rape academy’
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the second part of this special two-part deep dive, we continue to learn about the investigation that exposed a global online rape academy. I...
Angus Taylor becomes preferred PM + Pt 1: Exposing a global ‘rape academy’
17 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Angus Taylor overtakes Anthony Albanese as preferred PM Tributes flow for Perth dad killed in shark attack WHO decl...
INTRODUCING: Behind the White Line
16 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An investigation into Australia’s cocaine binge, Behind the White Line, traces the trail of white powder, from narco to nostrils. The series goe...
MKR's bad boy Colin Fassnidge on machine guns, spiders & Pete Evans
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For years, Colin Fassnidge was sold to Australian audiences as the gruff Irish answer to Gordon Ramsay, but off camera he’s far more thoughtful,...
Neo-Nazis criminalised + Who’s right on housing?
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Neo-Nazis are now a prohibited hate group Hantavirus cruise passengers land in Perth Ten remain in hospital after Queensland bus cra...
Migrants must learn English in Lib plan + Should you run a marathon?
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Angus Taylor has laid out his budget reply Xi says US and China ‘should be partners, not rivals’ despite ear...
Coles misled customers + Aussie hantavirus passengers to fly home
14 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Trump boasts of high-powered delegation to China Aussie hantavirus passengers to begin their journey home Labor has a new senator, a...
Trump brings tech bros to China + What the govt buried on budget day
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: Coalition to stop non-citizens from accessing welfare Trump arrives in Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping Aircraf...
Budget reactions, from love to hate + Iran still has missiles
13 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Politicians react, and budget battle lines are drawn Iran still has missiles, according to US intelligence FBI director grilled over...
The five things you need to know about last night’s budget
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jim Chalmers has handed down his fifth federal budget overnight, revealing a $45 billion improvement to the bottom line. But amidst the num...
Soldier dies in parachuting accident + Let's talk about data centres
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Soldier Lachlan Muddle dies in parachuting accident Another hantavirus infection, as Aussies wait in Netherlands Chalmers gives a fi...
Forced quarantine returns to Aus + Should GPs be diagnosing ADHD?
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Aussies on hantavirus cruise ship board flight back home Pauline Hanson says she’ll ‘never e...
Our chat with Pauline Hanson + Delta’s Eurovision mission
11 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: One Nation aims for Western Sydney next, says Barnaby Joyce Media boss Catalano faces court over assault allegations Trump cal...
Pauline Hanson’s warning after historic win + The truth about the flu jab
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Coalition leadership questions after Farrer by-election loss to One Nation Melbourne ‘ISIS brides’ to apply for bail A...
BONUS: The other side of Mother's Day
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
For most families, Mother’s Day is about celebrating our mums and all they do for us. But for those whose mum is no longer around, it can be a p...
BREAKING: One Nation's David Farley wins Farrer by-election
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Multiple outlets project he will claim the victory over Independent candidate Michelle Milthorpe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...
Dasha on Dolly Parton, a billion streams & prison fans
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine writing a song in just a couple of hours that ends up with over a billion streams on Spotify, making you only the second solo female country a...
US and Iran exchange fire + Inside the hunt for Dezi Freeman
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Renewed fighting in the Strait of Hormuz NT announces review into child protection system Julie Bishop resigns as ANU Chancellor &ls...
‘ISIS brides’ arrested + Behind the scenes with David Attenborough
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: ‘ISIS Brides’ arrested and expected to face court today Vigils held across the country to honour five-year-o...
Massive education data breach + Who’s going to win Farrer?
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: ‘ISIS brides’ and children landing around 5:30pm AEST Education platform Canvas hit by global data breach, with Aussies affect...
Icy blast hits millions of Aussies + Wtf is a critical mineral?
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: US-Iran deal could be closed soon Deadly hantavirus outbreak spreads to Europe Three states to cop snow in cold snap Legal ...
'ISIS brides' returning to Aus + Should we be worried about hantavirus?
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Police investigate swastika wearer outside Royal Commission Three NT child workers stood down over Kumanjayi Little Baby case Islami...
Ciggie boss gives secret evidence + Inside Melbourne’s firebombing spree
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: Australia’s big four banks pass on rate hike with more pain on the way WHO suspects human-to-human transmission in ...
Famous author pleads guilty + RBA raises rate to 4.35%
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: RBA raises cash rate target to 4.35% Australian author Craig Silvey pleads guilty Jefferson Lewis excused from first court appearanc...
Shots fired in shaky ceasefire + What you need to know about Palantir
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Government to keep EV tax break despite cost blowout Three dead in waters off NSW as rescue goes wrong UAE intercepts Irania...
Royal Commission shock evidence + Can we stop another oil crisis?
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Royal Commission hears stories of antisemitism Australia and Japan sign agreement on energy and critical minerals US to begin guidin...
Little Baby’s alleged killer to face court + Why our vax rates are falling
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Family of Kumanjayi Little Baby ‘relieved’ after man charged with her murder PM setting up ma...
BONUS: What happened to Rory Sykes? The Aussie LA fires victim
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The death of 32-year-old Australian man Rory Sykes in the devastating Los Angeles Palisades fire in January 2025 was described by police as a tragic a...
How Stephanie Alexander became every Cook’s Companion
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Alexander may be one of Australia’s most influential culinary figures, but her impact goes far beyond the kitchen. Long before becomin...
Former Premier's partner charged with rape + The marathon breakthrough
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Dr. Reza Adib, parter of former Queensland Premier, charged with rape Calls for calm after grief and rage in the Northern Territory ...
Introducing Dezi Freeman: The Hunt
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When two police officers were shot dead in regional Victoria, the man accused vanished into the bushland. What followed was one of the most extensive ...
Riots after alleged child killer arrested + Is the MJ biopic just bad?
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Violence erupts in Alice Springs after Jefferson Lewis arrested over the death of Kumanjayi Little Baby A...
Tragedy for missing NT girl + Bondi Beach Royal Commission findings
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Body of missing Sharon found near Alice Springs The US gives a cost estimate for the Iran war Mark Latham to pay $100k for tweets Mo...
Wong secures China fuel deal + The five-minute fix for trauma
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: China to resume jet fuel exports to Australia Pauline Hanson billed taxpayers for multiple flights to fundraisers Fami...
Mum of accused killer cop arrested + Inflation jump explained
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Child abuse material found at Dezi Freeman’s home Mum of Beau Lamarre-Condon charged with witness tampering James Comey, former FBI ...
King Charles addresses US lawmakers + Trump’s ‘designated survivor’
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: King Charles addresses US Congress Tech giants slam PM’s news laws World’s most powerful oil cartel dealt majo...
Remembering Port Arthur + Trump not satisfied with Iran peace proposal
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Trump unhappy with Iran's proposal to end the war The US names a new Aussie ambassador Rebel Wilson begins her evidence in cou...
Trump’s alleged shooter faces court + China’s quiet role in the Iran war
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Cole Tomas Allen charged with attempting to assassinate Donald Trump Iran offers deal to end the war RSL to review its Welcome to...
Trump hits back + Testicular cancer warning signs + WW2 hero’s life advice
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Trump responds to shooter’s manifesto Iran’s foreign minister is meeting with Putin Two children dead in Bowen Mountain ...
What we know about the latest Trump shooting + Exposing racism in Australia
26 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Trump likely target of shooting at White House correspondents’ dinner Israel-Lebanon ceasefire shattered Penny Wong to visit...
BONUS: The birthplace of the far right in the US
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The far right is becoming more visible globally, including in Australia, through online activity and public protests involving extremist nationalist g...
Luke Hemsworth on leaving the US, fist fights & his surprising Thor role
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Hemsworth may be part of one of Australia’s most famous acting families, but his path to Hollywood was anything but conventional. Before th...
Kyle’s explosive outburst outside court + Mass new IT layoffs
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Trump announces 3-week Lebanon-Israel ceasefire Charges for soldier who gambled on Maduro capture Ben Roberts-Smith to attend ANZAC ...
Trump to host peace talks + The neuroscience behind burnout
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Trump claims the US is in control of the Strait of Hormuz even as Iran seizes ships Court documents have revealed Ben Roberts-Smit...
How Mandelson scandal could bring down British PM + Radio legend dies
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: US turns back more Iranian ships National Cabinet: PM says fuel secure Royal Commission interim report coming next week Microsoft to...
KIIS sues Kyle & Jackie O + Your guide to the budget’s tax reforms
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: Iran says reopening of the Strait of Hormoz is impossible if ceasefire continues to be breached NDIS cuts set to impac...
AI's terrifying new hacking skills + Major NDIS cuts
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Further cutbacks to the NDIS Australia to get more fuel shipments Iran reacts to Trump’s extended ceasefire Britain will ban s...
BREAKING: Trump extends Iran ceasefire
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has announced the ceasefire between the US and Iran will be extended via Truth Social. This comes after peace talks between the two...
Rebel Wilson labelled ‘f***ing nuts’ + The AFL’s mental health reckoning
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: The hopes of ceasefire talks between the US and Iran are fading Major changes to NDIS to be announced today The Australian gove...
NZ PM survives own leadership spill + “Bogus Business Discounts” explainer
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Uncertainty over Iran peace talks, ceasefire extension “unlikely” New Zealand’s PM survives his own leadership spi...
Woolies’ alleged fake discounts in court + Our protest rights under fire
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Hopes of a peace deal between Iran and the US fade ACCC is accusing Woolworths of deliberately misleading shoppers...
Jim Chalmers’ stern warning + Major changes to blood donations
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Treasurer flags risks to inflation, unemployment U.S. attacks and boards an Iranian ship Mass shooting in Louisiana, 8 chi...
Iran walks from peace talks + The Lib’s migration policy explained
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Iran has rejected a second round of peace talks with the US Ben Roberts-Smith breaks his silence 33 year old learner dri...
BONUS: The looksmaxxing trend putting young men in hospital
18 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Looksmaxxing is taking over millions of young men’s algorithms - a trend focused on maximising appearance that can start off harmless,...
Sofia Levin on the reality of being a MasterChef judge
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sofia Levin does a lot more than just eat. She’s built a name as one of Australia’s most respected food critics and landed her dream job a...
Ben Roberts-Smith gets bail + Harry and Meghan's controversial visit
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Bail for Ben Roberts-Smith Israel-Lebanon ceasefire begins Trump “not happy” with Australia Pope calls...
New ceasefire deal in middle east + Ditching ‘mum brain’ for ‘matrescence’
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Trump confirms 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel Farmers warn of impending grocery price rises Ben Roberts-Sm...
Oil refinery fire to spike prices + jail for ant-smuggler
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Bowen on refinery fire: “Not good timing” Marles lays out Australia’s next defence challenges Bank data shows 45% ...
Fire at major Aus oil refinery + How drones will defend our nation
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: Iran threatens to stop all trade in the Gulf region Labor set to boost defence spending by $53bn over next decade Lar...
Easier access to the pill + Gina Rinehart must pay millions
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Gina Rinehart to pay rival family millions Virgin also cutting flights due to fuel prices Albanese back in Asia; Chalmers flies to D...
Historic Israel-Lebanon talks + Millions of Aussies see ‘shadow doctors'
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: Positive ceasefire talks between the US, Israel and Lebanon International Monetary Fund warn of global recession NSW city ...
Christians turn on Trump + Qantas cuts flights and increases prices
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: More face-to-face U.S.-Iran negotiations coming Australia in talks to safeguard Strait of Hormuz Qantas and Uber hike prices TGA warns ...
Social media checks on all visas + Will Asia fix our fuel crisis?
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: US blockage of the strait of Hormuz has officially begun The Opposition leader will unveil the details of the Coalition&rsqu...
How the Hungary election will change the world + Trump slams Pope
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Reactions to Trump’s Hormuz threat Trump’s broadside against Pope Leo Albanese reveals new defence chief Three Vic...
US to blockade Strait of Hormuz + The women Trump fired
12 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: Trump says the US Navy would start a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Anthony Albanese continues Southeast Asia fuel blitz C...
BONUS: Trump's family secrets exposed
11 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us are worried about Donald Trump. The US President has become increasingly aggressive, self-aggrandizing and erratic, making threats suc...
'MAFS' funny guy on crashing weddings, Paris Hilton & Kyle and Jackie O
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joshua Fox has built a reputation as one of Australia’s most relentless wedding crashers, better known as the ‘MAFS Guy’ for his vir...
How to buy the best EV + Trump “blindsided” by Melania’s Epstein speech
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: Albanese's energy agreement with Singapore U.S.-Iran talks to begin over the weekend Queensland MP found dead Artemis II splashing d...
Melania Trump denies Epstein links + Why smoking is ‘cool’ again
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Israel tells hundreds of thousands in Beirut to evacuate Melania Trump says rumours linking her to Epstein ‘n...
Long Island serial killer pleads guilty + Iran ceasefire setback
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: The world watches a shaky Iran ceasefire Albanese travels to Singapore to secure fuel supply A hammer attack in a Sydney hospital Bruce Le...
Ceasefire on brink of collapse + Why Israel is invading Lebanon (again)
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: Ceasefire in doubt as Israel pounds Lebanon and Iran halts oil tankers Fuel price drops unlikely to hit your tank in a hurry AI ...
Will the US/Iran ceasefire hold? + Ben Roberts-Smith remains in custody
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Headlines: A two-week ceasefire in Iran Matt Canavan sets out his “Patriot Agenda” Ben Roberts-Smith doesn’t seek bail Austra...
BREAKING: Donald Trump announces two-week ceasefire
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
BREAKING: Donald Trump has announced he will suspend all bombing and attacks on Iran for two weeks - but only if Iran agrees to the complete and immed...
Trump warns ‘a whole civilisation will die’ + The truth behind war memes
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: Trump warns a 'whole civilisation will die' if Iran doesn't make deal Ben Roberts Smith to appear before court today Record&nbs...
Ben Roberts-Smith arrested + Trump repeats “decimation” threat
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most decorated soldier, has been arrested at Sydney airport over allegations of war crimes. It comes after a join...
New deadline for Iran looms + Our chat with Zomi Frankcom’s brother
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Donald Trump says Iran ‘can be taken out in one night’ Fuel shipments to Australia are now secured 'well into' ...
The unpaid stars of MAFS + Trump again threatens Iran
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday headlines Trump threatens Iran in expletive-laden social media post WA gets tough on Petrol Retailers Pope Leo urges those with the power to u...
BONUS: China and the secret chocolate factory
04 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chocolate prices have surged, with blocks now selling for $8 at major supermarkets - more than double what we were paid a decade ago. Global cocoa pri...
Feras Basal on becoming the first Arab Muslim to win Australian Survivor
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Feras Basal spent nearly 50 days on a remote island for Australian Survivor - facing the ‘wheel of torture’ for hours, dislocating his sho...
Inside the Good Friday Appeal: One family’s powerful story
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday's Headlines: Australia takes part in talks to re-open straight of Hormuz TV Broadcasters call for financial help after gambling ad ...
Making sense of Trump's speech + Mary Fowler's record-breaking deal
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
US President Donald Trump delivered a rambling speech to the US people and the world earlier today. He began by saying the US military operations in I...
The hidden message in Albo’s address + Why today’s moon mission matters
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thursday Headlines: Anthony Albanese’s address to the nation draws criticism Trump to give primetime address on Iran war Gambling re...
BREAKING: The Prime Minister's full national address
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a rare national address, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has attempted to reassure Australians as the war in the Middle East hits home, sparking th...
Vaping can lead to cancer + Albo to deliver address to the nation
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A comprehensive review led by cancer researchers at UNSW has found that vaping is likely to cause lung and oral cancer, even before long-term studies ...
Trump tells allies to ‘get your own oil’ + The Aussies quitting veganism
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Wednesday Headlines: Trump tells allies to ‘get your own oil’ Israel's ambassador defends new death penalty for Palestinians Dezi...
Big savings for consumers after RBA move + the hunt for Dezi Freeman
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Dezi Freeman was shot dead by Victorian police early Monday morning. He’d been on the run for almost seven months after shooting and k...
Cheaper petrol is weeks away + Inside the fight to end Big Tech addiction
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesday Headlines: Cheaper fuel could take weeks to flow despite excise cut Albanese calls on Donald Trump to be clearer about his war plans Vaping&...
Dezi Freeman shot dead + Fuel taxes cut as PM announces major overhaul
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Deep Dive: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced he will halve the fuel and diesel excise, after a National Cabinet meeting this morning over ...
BREAKING: Dezi Freeman shot dead by police
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
BREAKING: Dezi Freeman, the man at the centre of one of Victoria’s most extensive manhunts, has been shot dead by police, ending a six...
Iran ‘waiting’ for US troops + Are we too dumb for democracy?
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Headlines: National Cabinet to discuss fuel crisis today Iran says it will ‘rain fire’ on US troops Emergency relief announced fo...
BONUS: IVF mix-up: giving birth to a stranger’s baby
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The multi-billion dollar fertility industry brings joy to so many who need medical assistance to have a baby. But it's also described as the "Wil...
How to be an Astronaut with Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine Bennell-Pegg is the 2026 Australian of the Year and the first person to qualify as an astronaut under Australia’s own space program. S...
Trimester Zero fertility trend + Calls to cut fuel excise
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a new TikTok wellness trend doing the rounds: so-called 'Trimester Zero'. But experts warn online fertility advice can be exploitative a...
Trump's Iran deadline approaches + The star of the Magic Faraway Tree
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Friday Headlines: Trump says it’s up to Iran to make ceasefire deal Fuel crisis continues with more than 650 stations running dry Tropical Cyc...