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Headlines: ABS confirms changes to 2026 Census
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: The 2026 Census will include a new topic on sexual orientation and gender and changes to 10 existing topics, the Australian ...
Elon Musk's role in the White House, explained
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week you may have seen the press conference Elon Musk held in the White House next to the U.S. President Donald Trump, and also his son, X.If you...
The change to student loans, explained
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, the government legislated a change to HELP and other student loans, with that change now coming into effect.With that in mind, we thought i...
The Aussies smashing it on the world stage
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Aussies smashing it on the world stageOn today's good news wrap up, we discuss the Aussie athletes reaching new heights this week, an out of this ...
Headlines: Category 5 Cyclone Zelia makes landfall in WA
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: Category five Tropical Cyclone Zelia has started to make landfall in Western Australia. Labor has won the state seat of Werri...
The true story behind Apple Cider Vinegar
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An Aussie Netflix series has become one of the most watched shows on the platform. Since 'Apple Cider Vinegar' was released just over a week ago, it&r...
Headlines: Putin ready to negotiate with Ukraine, Trump says
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: U.S. President Donald Trump has spoken to Vladimir Putin in a push to end the war in Ukraine, three years after Russia invade...
The push to consider young people in govt decisions
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, an independent MP introduced a bill that would require the Government to consider the “economic, social, environmental and cultural w...
Headlines: NSW nurses stood down as police investigate antisemitic video
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: Authorities have confirmed two NSW Health workers have been stood down, after they appeared in an antisemitic video bragging ...
The Drake v Kendrick lawsuit explained
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrity lawsuits have dominated headlines in recent months, from Blake Lively to Jay-Z, Diddy, and Prince Harry. Another high-profile case is back i...
Headlines: Trump considering Australian tariff exemption
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s considering a tariff exemption request from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. ...
Is AI bad for the environment?
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As AI becomes increasingly ingrained in our lives, conversations around using it in an ethical and safe was have become more intense. However, a lesse...
Headlines: PM outlines 2025 Closing the Gap plan
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: The Federal Government has released a Closing the Gap update and outlined its 2025 implementation plan. U.S. President ...
Sam Kerr’s court trial, explained
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has faced a London court this week over allegations she racially abused a police officer by calling him "stupid" and "white"...
Headlines: Man charged over MP death threats
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: A Victorian man has been charged in relation to antisemitic death threats against Federal and State politicians. ...
Would a U.S. "take over" in Gaza be legal?
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for an American “take over” in the Gaza Strip. The proposal, which would move around two m...
Headlines: Dutton calls for inquiry into terror plot
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's stories include: Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has called for an inquiry into the Prime Minister’s handling of a planned terroris...
The journalist who took the ABC to court
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, the unfair dismissal case brought by journalist Antoinette Lattouf against the ABC is being heard in court. The case centres around a claim...
Headlines: Trump vows U.S. "take over" of Gaza Strip
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans for an American “take over” in the Gaza Strip, which would move...
The future of retail workers’ rights
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From stacking shelves to tapping away at the till, shops in Australia are run by workers whose future pay and conditions hang in the balance. Australi...
Headlines: NSW Transport Minister resigns amid driver controversy
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen has announced she’s stepping down from the portfolio over claims she used her minist...
Trump's tariffs, explained
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been two weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump became president, and there have - of course - been many headline-making moves from the 47...
Headlines: Major flooding continues in Qld
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Major flooding is continuing to impact northeast Queensland, however, heavy rainfall is expected to ease heading into Tuesd...
TDA interviews the Prime Minister
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some time before mid-May, every Australian over 18 is going to walk into a polling booth and cast their ballot. As the road to the 2025 election becom...
Electric vehicle sales soar in Norway
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's good news wrap up, we discuss the surging electric vehicle sales in Norway, the latest cricketer to make the sporting Hall of Fame, the gro...
Headlines: Election officials launch disinformation register
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is calling for “a healthy degree of scepticism” from voters, ahead of...
The foiled antisemitic attack, explained
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Federal and state police are investigating a caravan filled with explosives discovered in north-west Sydney earlier this month. Multiple news sources ...
Headlines: Dozens feared dead in U.S. plane crash
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: A wide-scale emergency response is underway in Virginia after a U.S. Army helicopter and a passenger jet collided midair.&n...
The influencer accused of poisoning her toddler
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A Queensland social media influencer accused of poisoning her daughter has been released on bail. The woman is facing several charges including tortur...
Headlines: Inflation reaches lowest rate in 3 years
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:Annual inflation has reached its lowest rate in more than three years, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of S...
Why DeepSeek could be an AI game changer
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Global technology stocks have taken a historic hit this week after a Chinese AI company called DeepSeek demonstrated it could build powerful AI system...
Headlines: Bushfires threaten homes in Victoria's west
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:Evacuations are continuing in parts of north-west Victoria, where crews are battling several bushfires. A Queensland woman a...
Meet your 2025 Australian of the Year
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On Saturday, Neale Daniher AO became the 2025 Australian of the Year. Daniher, who was an AFL player and captain, was diagnosed with motor neurone dis...
Headlines: Holocaust education funding announced
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:The Federal Government has announced $6.4 million in funding for Holocaust education.Parts of southern California have seen ...
The history and future of January 26
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's a public holiday today, following Australia’s national day yesterday... but 20% of TDA readers don’t actually know why Australia Day ...
The school bag creating light in Africa
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On today's good news wrap up, we discuss the solar powered school bags bringing light to school students, the sporting first in F1, the record-breakin...
Headlines: Albanese rules out another referendum
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out calling a second Voice referendum, if Labor wins re-election. Channel N...
Should we stop using BMI to measure obesity?
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, a group of researchers have called for doctors to stop using the Body Mass Index, or BMI, to define obesity. It's a measurement system that...
Headlines: Lehrmann requests judge-only trial for rape charges
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann has requested a trial without a jury, as he prepares to face rape charges in a Queens...
The national response to increased antisemitism
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There have been several antisemitic attacks in Sydney in the past three months, which has led to governments and police, as well as leaders of other f...
Headlines: NSW rail unions withdraw industrial action
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The NSW Government has announced a group of rail workers’ unions will pause their industrial action, days after wides...
A viral cash gift and the ethics of journalism
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, a Channel Nine presenter was stood down after he allegedly accepted $50,000 for being the first TV journalist to call a high-profile busine...
Headlines: Trump pardons Jan 6 rioters
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: U.S. President Donald Trump has pardoned more than 1,500 Americans who were involved in the January 6 Capitol riots. ...
The uncertain future of TikTok
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok is back online in the United States after being down for just 12 hours. The restoration comes after President Tru...
Headlines: "More women than ever" in Federal Cabinet
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: A record number of women are now represented in the Federal Cabinet, following a Parliamentary reshuffle triggered by Bill ...
What to expect from the first week of Trump 2.0
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Donald Trump is set to officially take office at the White House for the second time as U.S. President. As the dawn of a new chapter of one...
Bad Bunny, bipartisanship, bioscience and Big Bird
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This good news podcast is all about bringing people together - from heartwarming moments in U.S. politics, to the power of music in children's televis...
Headlines: Netanyahu confirms ceasefire deal will be approved
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed a ceasefire and hostage release deal will be approved...
The Israel-Hamas ceasefire-hostage deal, explained
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After 15 months of devastating conflict, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire-hostage deal, marking a major turning point in the war. The agree...
Headlines: Unemployment rises to 4%
16 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The unemployment rate has risen to 4%, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Isra...
The genetics of depression
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Depression affects around one in four young adults, but there’s still so much we don’t know about the role of biology in mental health dis...
Headlines: Sydney train chaos to continue
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Sydneysiders are bracing for a long commute home this evening, with ongoing industrial action expected to cause continued d...
Why have hundreds of psychiatrists resigned in NSW?
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At least 200 psychiatrists have resigned from NSW public hospitals. It comes amid an ongoing dispute with the State Government, as psychiatrists call ...
Headlines: Morington landslide prompts evacuations
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Several homes have been evacuated after a landslide destroyed a house in Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Fire ...
Why U.S. companies are cutting their diversity efforts
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meta has become the latest company in the U.S. to walk back on its diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts — a move numerous corporations are m...
Headlines: Dozens arrested for looting in LA fire zones
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: At least 24 people have now been killed in LA’s wildfire emergency, while 29 people have been arrested for looting pr...
The website at the centre of the Pelicot rape case
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, the story of a French rape case and the woman at its centre, Gisèle Pelicot, captured global attention. Dominique Pelicot was ...
The story behind the discovery of the missing hiker
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Saturday! Which means it's time for the good news podcast! Here's a wrap-up of the good news from the week that you might have missed. It include...
Headlines: PM condemns attack on Sydney synagogue
10 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The Prime Minister has condemned an anti-semitic attack in Sydney after a synagogue in the city’s south was vandalise...
Why Trump wants to control Greenland and Canada
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump has shared some of his foreign policy ideas ahead of the U.S. President-elect’s inauguration on 20 January. From controlling Greenl...
Headlines: Five dead in LA as wildfires continue
09 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: At least five people are dead and thousands of homes and buildings have been destroyed as fires continue to rage in and aro...
Meta has removed fact checking. Why?
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yesterday, Meta announced major changes to its social media moderation policies, including removing independent fact-checking moderators. Fact-c...
Headlines: Three dead after WA seaplane crash
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: A sea plane crash off the coast of Western Australia has killed three people, WA Premier Roger Cook has confirmed. Meta ha...
Why is the Aussie dollar plunging?
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian dollar has hit a five-year low of 61.84 US cents this week - a level last seen during the early stages of the COVID pandemic. With Dona...
Headlines: Justin Trudeau resigns
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will resign.The U.S. Congress has officially confirmed Donald Trump ...
The Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni lawsuits, explained
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the break, one of the biggest stories was the lawsuits filed between actress Blake Lively and her fellow co-star and director in ‘It Ends W...
Headlines: Govt pledges $7bn to upgrade deadly Qld road
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has promised to spend $7.2 billion to upgrade one of the country’s most dangerous stretches o...
The news you missed over the break
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As you prepare to return to work for 2025, TDA has you covered with all the biggest stories that unfolded over the break. From the New Orleans terrori...
Summer series: Why are women more prone to sport injuries?
02 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This year, Matildas Captain Sam Kerr ruptured her ACL, which ruled her out of the Paris Olympics. But did you know, female athletes are more likely th...
Summer series: Answering your tax questions
01 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our most listened to episode this year was this episode, so we thought we’d bring it back for round two. Around tax time, we asked the TDA audie...
Summer series: The “magic pill”: the story of the oral contraceptive
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year marked 63 years since the oral contraceptive, aka the pill, became available to Australian women. In today’s podcast, we’ll talk...
Summer series: Is the cost of living crisis over?
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In October, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the peak of inflation has passed, and the worst of the recent economic turbulence was behind Australia...
Summer series: Is Australia in a ‘baby recession’?
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is in the midst of a ‘baby recession,' according to recent analysis of national birth trends by KPMG. It blamed cost of living pressur...
Summer series: The case against Diddy explained
26 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Earlier this year, Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs was denied bail after he was charged with sex trafficking and a slew of other crimes. Investi...
Summer series: How bots are distorting the truth
25 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A new digital player is helping to shape public discourse online. How an audience feels about a brand, a narrative, a personality or a scandal is bein...
Summer series: Are young Australians the ‘lonely generation’?
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
According to the latest HILDA (Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia) report, young Australians are more likely to experience loneliness ...
Summer series: Why is Taylor Swift so popular?
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 was undoubtedly the year of Taylor Swift, as she took her Eras Tour around the world, including Australia. But we have one question: Why exactly ...
Summer series: The legal right to ignore your boss
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been out with mates after work when your manager’s number flashes up on your phone screen? In August this year, the Government’s righ...
2024: Your good news wrap
20 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we approach the end of the year, we thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect on our favourite good news stories of the year. Hosts: Sam Ko...
2024: The year that was
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are coming to the end of 2024, and what a big year it has been in the news! On today’s podcast, we reflect on some of the biggest moments of ...
Headlines: Australia to reopen embassy to Ukraine in Kyiv
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Australia will reopen its embassy to Ukraine in Kyiv, following its closure in response to Russia’s 2022 invasion. 14...
Australia’s first moon mission explained
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is heading to the moon for the first time. The Australian Space Agency has unveiled a prototype of a rover bound for the lunar surface on a ...
Headlines: Alan Jones faces fresh charges
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The Federal Government has unveiled its mid-financial-year budget update, forecasting a $26.9 billion deficit for the curre...
Will our economy be better next year?
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 was a tough year for both the Australian and global economies, with headlines about inflation, cost of living, housing affordability and global c...
Headlines: Vic Govt to boost police powers under new protest laws
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has announced plans to ban face masks and balaclavas at public protests, and outlaw demonst...
The deal to bring the remaining Bali Nine home
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over the weekend, the remaining five members of the Bali Nine were returned to Australia after spending nearly two decades in Indonesian jails. Their ...
Headlines: Fire crews tested in heatwave conditions
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Fire crews are responding to multiple blazes in Victoria and parts of NSW as heatwave conditions continue.Families impacted...
Can you sue for mental harm after getting sacked?
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a landmark decision, Australia's High Court has ruled that employers can be liable for causing an employee mental harm during the process of termin...
The youngest-ever chess world champion
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Want to make a voluntary financial contribution to The Daily Aus? Well that is just too kind. You can support TDA via TDA+U here. It means you're...
Headlines: Coalition hands down nuclear power costings
13 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: The Coalition has unveiled analysis showing its proposed nuclear policy could cost an estimated $300 billion. More than 500...
The NRL deal that's about more than sport
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's official. Papua New Guinea is joining Australia's National Rugby League (NRL) competition from 2028. A deal between the two nations will expand t...
Headlines: HECS debt reforms begin rolling out
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:The Government's student debt reforms are being rolled out from today after its HECS indexation changes passed Parliament la...
The allegation against Jay-Z, explained
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, rapper Jay-Z has been accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2000 alongside Sean Combs, who also goes by P Diddy, in a civil lawsuit filed...
Headlines: Anti-semitic attack in Sydney
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include: Political leaders have condemned an incident in Sydney’s east overnight, after a car was set alight and buildings wer...
How the murder of a CEO in NYC played out
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A 26-year-old man, named Luigi Mangione, has been arrested over the killing of a health insurance CEO last week in New York.For now, it has brought to...
Headlines: Qld Parliament votes to stop abortion debates for four years
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's headlines include:A motion to prohibit debate on abortion for four years has passed Queensland’s parliament.The Reserve Bank of Australi...
How Syria’s government was overthrown
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rebel forces have taken control of Syria, ending the Assad family’s 54-year regime. Bashar al-Assad has reportedly fled to Russia, and international...
Headlines: Synagogue fire classified as terrorist attack
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a new antisemitism taskforce led by the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Supermarket giant Woolworths ha...
Policy and prevention: addressing gender-based violence
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tomorrow is the end of a UN Women campaign called the 16 Days of Activism which is calling for an end to gender-based violence. In today's deep dive w...
Notre Dame to reopen five years after fire
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here. In this week's wrap of good news, we discuss the reopening of a famous Par...