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Evening Headlines: PM Anthony Albanese Marks 100 Days Of Labor Gov

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Would Stopping Rent Increases Actually Help Or Just Mess Up The Economy?

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Greens recently announced policy, which would freeze rental prices for the next two years. While some like the sound of that, others including som...

Evening Headlines: Health Care Investment In 500 First Nations Trainees

26 Aug 2022

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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Are Entree Weddings The New Normal?

25 Aug 2022

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are the latest couple to have a double wedding. One ceremony in Vegas the other weeks later at Ben's estate in Georgia....

Evening Headlines: Royal Commission To Examine Robodebt Scheme

25 Aug 2022

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Why Your Pharmacy Is Out Of Your Medication

24 Aug 2022

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Have you popped down the chemist lately and found the medicine you need hasn't been restocked? That's the reality for thousands of Australians right n...

Evening Headlines: Court Rules Family Can Sue Catholic Church

24 Aug 2022

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It's Not Illegal So Why Are We Mad At Morrison?

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard a few things about Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison lately.  Some of his actions while he was Prime Minister have been called ...

Evening Headlines: John Farnham’s Shock Cancer Diagnosis

23 Aug 2022

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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Guns, Drugs & Murders: Inside Australia’s Gangs

22 Aug 2022

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Last week Sydney's Western Suburbs again lit up with gun fire. Two women murdered in what's believed to be gang related killings.  In this episode of...

Evening Headlines: Scientists Make Major Breakthrough For Great Barrier Reef

22 Aug 2022

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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

What It’s Like To Be Australia’s First Minister For Autism

21 Aug 2022

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Last week, the South Australian Government appointed the first minister of its kind.  Emily Burke would be the country's first ever Assistant Ministe...

Evening Headlines: Young Girl Awarded For Saving Her Mums Life

19 Aug 2022

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From Stone To Silicone: The Evolution Of Sex Toys

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's 2022 so chances are you own, or have used at least one sex toy in your life, or perhaps you have an entire 'goody drawer' in your bedside, becaus...

Evening Headlines: A Long Wait Ahead For NSW Flood Victims

18 Aug 2022

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Do I Really Need Private Health Insurance?

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the cost of private health insurance continually on the rise, you might be wondering what the point of it really is, and whether you might actual...

Evening Headlines: Aussies Get Highest Wage Increase Since 2014

17 Aug 2022

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Andrew Tate & The Dangerous 'Real Man' Myth

16 Aug 2022

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Conversations about the dangers of toxic masculinity are not new, but recently a number of posts and videos have been circulating on social media of c...

Evening Headlines: Calls For Scomo To Quit Over Ministry Grab

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Will An FBI Investigation Stop Trump From Running In 2024?

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past few decades, Donald Trump has faced literally thousands of lawsuits, but why has the Federal Bureau of Investigation suddenly taken an i...

Evening Headlines: Albo To Investigate Scomo Power Grab

15 Aug 2022

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Is Going Nuclear A Good Idea?

14 Aug 2022

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We've seen a number of headlines lately discussing Australia's use of Nuclear Power.  Some Aussies are now wondering if Nuclear is actually an option...

Evening Headlines: New Technology To Replace Nasal Swab Covid-19 Tests

12 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Will Hypnotherapy Really Help Me Quit Something?

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever thought about hypnosis as a way to end those sugar cravings? Or a way to quit smoking? Or halt your nail biting habit?  We've seen hypn...

Evening Headlines: London’s Children Offered Polio Booster After Virus Detected

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Why Parents Are Deleting Photos Of Their Kids

10 Aug 2022

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Have you heard about the "Wren Effect?" A tiny Tik Toker's account has been sleuthed by the community and they've found some pretty disturbing things ...

Evening Headlines: "Complete Failure" $21 Million CovidSafe App Scrapped

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

The Questions Everyone’s Asking About The Referendum

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on Australians to vote yes in a referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. But not everyone is on boa...

Evening Headlines: Olivia Newton-John Remembered

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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Can I Afford To Buy A House Now Prices Are Falling?

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time in more than a decade, interest rates are increasing, and we're hearing more and more about the prices of houses dropping.  But wh...

Evening Headlines: Taiwan Prepares For Life Underground

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Aussie Golden Girl Takes Us Behind The Birmingham Games

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last month, thousands of athletes from all around the world, including 430 Australians flocked to Birmingham, England for the 2022 Commonwealth Games....

The Quicky Junior: Why Is Everyone Mad At Taylor Swift?

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines - You Can Buy A Small Town In Victoria

05 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Is It Normal To Hate Your Partner?

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever looked at the person you love and just thought to yourself 'I really don't like you'? Maybe they do something that grinds your gears?  ...

Evening Headlines: Study Finds Best Signs Of Coral Reef Recovery In Decades

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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Why Is China Freaking Out Over A US Visitor To Taiwan?

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, US Speaker of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi landed in Taiwan, the highest ranked US official to visit the disputed island in d...

The Evening Headlines: New Study Finds Just How Much Cost Of Living Has Jumped

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

How's Your Mental Health? Report Says Not So Great

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A recent study into the state of Australia's Mental Health has revealed some alarming statistics about the states of mind of Aussie women.  In this e...

Evening Headlines: Beyoncé Changes Song Lyric After Backlash

02 Aug 2022

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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Are Celebrity Jets Really Causing Global Warming?

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, there's been a lot of talk about celebrities and their private jets.  Taylor Swift has been accused of being the worst celebrity contribut...

Evening Headlines: Space Junk Keeps Turning Up In Aussie Sheep Paddocks

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Who Are The People Who Decide Interest Rates Go Up?

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's been a lot of headlines lately centring around rising interest rates and the ways our country is attempting to handle inflation.  Have you ev...

The Quicky Junior: What’s It Really Like To Compete At The Commonwealth Games?

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: Male Contraceptive Pill A Step Closer To Reality

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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Viral Videos & Reluctant Stars: What Are Your Rights When You're Filmed

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You've probably seen the videos going viral at the moment that show random acts of kindness. Whether it's a bunch of flowers for a surprised stranger,...

Evening Headlines: Koala Research Money Spent On Rollercoaster

28 Jul 2022

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End Of An Era: The Cultural Impact Of Neighbours

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you want to hear Claire's full interviews with Neighbours writers and cast, listen here.  After 37 years, nearly 9,000 episodes, and the launching...

Evening Headlines: Inflation Set To Get Worse Before It Gets Better

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

"It Happened So Quick" How So Many Aussies End Up Homeless

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Despite the current economic climate, Australia remains one of the most wealthy countries in the entire world, so why is it that the number of people ...

Evening Headlines: Albo Tells MPs To Use Their Time Wisely

26 Jul 2022

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Is Working From Home Hurting Women's Career Options?

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've successfully shown our bosses that we can work from home quite efficiently since the pandemic forced us to pivot our work lives, but are we miss...

Evening Headlines: Missing Mother's Boyfriend Refused Bail

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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JLO Has Us Wondering: Should You Change Your Name After Marriage?

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On July 17 Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finally got married, two decades after they first became engaged, but their incredible reunion has been some...

The Quicky Junior: Long Covid, Body Positivity In Sport & Is 'Finders Keepers' True?

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: OECD Says ‘Old Men’ To Blame For House Prices

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Why We Shouldn't Laugh About The UK Heatwave

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, records were broken in the UK when the temperature soared into the high 30's and even surpassed 40 degrees celsius in some areas for the fi...

Evening Headlines: Calls For Aus To Close Border With Indonesia

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

$500,000 A Year: The Cushy Jobs Reserved For Ex Pollies

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last month, public outrage exploded when it was revealed that former NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro was appointed to a $500,000 a year taxpayer fund...

Evening Headlines: Corrupt VIC MPs Won’t Face Charges

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

What Causes Long Covid?

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the Government and health experts warning that a third wave of Covid-19 is about to hit Australia, and as the cold winter drags on, many of us ar...

Evening Headlines: TGA Approves Covid Jab For Babies

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

What's Going On In Sri Lanka?

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You may have recently seen images on the news of thousands of Sri Lankans storming the residence of their now former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, as ...

Evening Headlines: QLD Begs Parents To Mask Up Their Kids

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Aussies Warned Not To Build As Construction Firms Go Bust

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Since the Federal Government introduced the Home Builder grants program, thousands of Aussies have excitedly applied for the financial assistance to h...

The Quicky Junior: Energy Saving Tips, Why Covid's Back & Our Super Soccer Stars

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: Driver Who Killed 4 Kids Has Sentenced Reduced

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

How To Save $$$ On Your Power Bill

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With power bills rising from July 1, many of us are bracing for bill shock when our next payment is due, on top of rising fuel costs, and increased pr...

Evening Headlines: Albo Pressured Over Pandemic Leave Payments

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

What You Could Bring Back From Bali That Could Kill Aussie Farms

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You might have heard that Aussie farmers have grave concerns that people coming back from their holidays in Bali might be risking bringing a virus bac...

Evening Headlines: Twitter Sues Elon Musk Over $65BN Takeover

13 Jul 2022

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You Can DIY A Cervical Cancer Screen Now - So How Does It Work?

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia has become the first country in the world to enable women and people born with a cervix to conduct their own screening for Human Papilloma V...

Evening Headlines: Albo Challenges MPs Over Climate Change

12 Jul 2022

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Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Why We Can't Pretend The Pandemic Is Over

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Winter is well and truly here and so is a third wave of the pandemic, with experts warning that case numbers of Covid-19 are set to spiral significant...

Evening Headlines: QLD’s Covid Crisis Hits Cruise Ship

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

The Many MANY Scandals of Boris Johnson

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has finally announced his resignation as Conservative Party leader after 50 MPs and senior colleagues quit over his la...

The Quicky Junior: Airport Chaos, Honey Bees In Danger & Wonderful Wimbledon

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: Japan’s Ex PM Shot In Public

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

No Honey For You: What's Killing Aussie Bees

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You may have heard some news reports about a new infestation of varroa mites that are infecting millions of bees in NSW, threatening the whole of Aust...

Evening Headlines: People Aged 30+ To Get 4th Covid Jab

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Get Up, Stand Up, Show Up: How To Face Up To White Privilege

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's NAIDOC Week 2022 and this year's theme is: Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! So how can non-indigenous Australians recognise their white privilege and h...

Evening Headlines: Albo Visits NSW Flood Zone

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Cancellations & Delays: What The Heck Is Going On With Airports Right Now?

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's airline industry is now seeing demand that is back to pre-pandemic levels, with millions of us jetting off overseas or to another state fo...

Evening Headlines: Fed Gov Declares Natural Disaster In NSW

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Facial Recognition: Who Is Recording Your Image & Why?

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're all aware that sometimes our image is captured on CCTV as we go about our daily lives, but what you might not realise is that when you enter som...

Evening Headlines: Harry Styles Concert Evacuated Amid Denmark Shooting

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Is America Heading Back Into The Dark Ages?

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Following the recent decision by the US Supreme Court to repeal women's constitutional right to have an abortion, it seems the six conservative judges...

The Quicky Junior: Travel Tips For All Ages & Lauren Jackson’s Big Comeback!

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: Cost Of Living Crisis Set To Worsen

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

10 Travel Hacks For A Post-Pandemic World

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

International and state borders are open and with the school holidays upon us, millions of Aussies are on the move to take a much needed break, or rec...

Evening Headlines: NSW Teachers Walk Off The Job

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Masks, RATs & Fuel: What You Can & Can’t Claim On Tax

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's that time of year again when we have to dig out all of our old receipts and start crunching the numbers as we prepare our tax return, or if we're...

Evening Headlines: Hannah Clarke Coronial Findings Released

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

The Real Cost Of Banning Trans Athletes

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

More and more sporting codes are introducing new bans on trans women who want to participate in those sports at an elite level, but why has this sudde...

Evening Headlines: Food Prices Increase 65% In 2 Years

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Outlawing Abortion: The Start Of A More Conservative America

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over the weekend millions of women's worst fears were realised, when the US Supreme Court overturned the court case known as Roe V. Wade, which had si...

Evening Headlines: Fallout Continues From US Abortion Ban

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...

Killing Stamp Duty & How To Make Houses Cheaper

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The NSW Government recently announced a serious shake up to Stamp Duty, promising that from 2023, First Home Buyers will be able to choose between pay...

The Quicky Junior: Why It's Freezing, The Bluey Dad Debate & Our Top Female Cricketers

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Keeping up with the daily news cycle can be hard, especially if you have little ones who need your constant attention, so we’ve created a new show t...

Evening Headlines: Qantas To Increase Fares To Cover Bonuses

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to The Quicky, getting you up to speed daily.  The Quicky drops an episode every morning with a deep dive and the news headlines, and we’ll...