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Evening Headlines: VIC Health Workers To Receive $3,000
09 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&...
How Would A Recession Impact You?
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There have been a lot of reports lately that Australia could follow the United States and head into a full-blown economic recession, but what does tha...
Evening Headlines: New Date For Brittany Higgins Rape Trial
08 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&...
Sibling Rivalry: Is It Inevitable?
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Squabbling with your siblings is pretty common when you're kids, but what happens if that escalates into a full-blown rivalry, or something even worse...
Evening Headlines: ATO Issues Warning Over COVID Tax Returns
07 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&...
The Hidden Cost Of The Heard/Depp Verdict
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce has been one of the most acrimonious in Hollywood history, and their recent defamation trial in the US made for ...
Evening Headlines: 3% Pay Rise For NSW Public Sector
06 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&...
Is Australia Really As Gun Free As We Think?
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The world is still reeling from a mass shooting in Texas that killed 19 children and two teachers last month, but already there have been more massacr...
Introducing The Quicky Junior: The Queen's Big Bash, The Flu, & Why Sam Kerr Is The Best
03 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 sh...
Evening Headlines: Meghan & Harry Low Key At Jubilee
03 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&...
The Queen's Platinum Jubilee: What It Means For Us & The Royal Family
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The people of the UK are currently enjoying a four day long weekend as up and down the country, millions of people are celebrating the Queen's 70 year...
Evening Headlines: Hey Dad! Star Granted Parole
02 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&...
The Unthinkable Decisions Afghan Mothers Are Having To Make
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been nine months since the Taliban regained full control of Afghanistan, and despite their assurances to the international community that this ti...
Evening Headlines: Labor’s Record Making Ministry Sworn In
01 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&...
Winter, Flu & Covid: How To Keep You & Your Family Safe
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's officially the first day of winter but for millions of people across the country, recent freezing temperatures and storms mean that the cold and ...
Evening Headlines: Albo Set To Announce New Ministry
31 May 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&...
Are Fitness Challenges Helpful Or Harmful To Our Health?
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever heard the adage 'summer bodies are built in winter' you might be tempted to take part in a fitness challenge at your local gym, or foll...
Evening Headlines: New Leadership For Liberals & Nationals
30 May 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&...
Why We Need The Uluru Statement From The Heart Now
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Five years after the Uluru Statement from the Heart was gifted to the Australian people, it seems the new Labor Government is finally willing to imple...
Evening Headlines: Biloela Family Finally Allowed Home
27 May 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&...
Wagatha Christie: Can You Ever Forgive A Friend Who Betrays You?
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been nearly three years since WAG Coleen Rooney kicked off what has been dubbed the 'Wagatha Christie' scandal, after she set a trap for and then...
Evening Headlines: Plibersek Apologises For Calling Dutton ‘Voldemort’
26 May 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&...
Why You Don’t Need To Panic About Monkeypox
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's fair to say there's been a lot of panic about the new spread of Monkeypox in Europe, North America and now Australia, but as we're still dealing ...
Evening Headlines: A Devastating School Shooting In Texas
25 May 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&...
Winning Women: How Female Voters Changed Parliament
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was a result that no-one saw coming, despite all the pre-election commentary that predicted women would decide the outcome, and it seems we've chos...
Evening Headlines: Albo Promises 'Ambitious' Climate Action At Quad Summit
24 May 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&...
Why Is It So Hard To Give Up Fast Fashion?
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fast fashion brands have never been more popular, pumping out tens of thousands of new designs every week at rock-bottom prices, with countless social...
Evening Headlines: Anthony Albanese Sworn In As Prime Minister
23 May 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&...
PM Albo, The Teal Bath & What Happens to Election Losers?
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After weeks of campaigning, the voting is over, but as the winners prepare to take up their new roles in Parliament, perhaps you're thinking we should...
Coming Soon: The Quicky Junior
21 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Subscribe to The Quicky Junior here. The Quicky Junior is Mamamia’s weekly podcast that gets your family up to speed on the week’s top new...
Evening Headlines: A Last Minute Change To Covid Voting Rules
20 May 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&...
Election 2022: What You Need To Know Before You Eat A Democracy Sausage
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the final countdown... time to fire up the barbeque and get those democracy sausages sizzling, as we prepare to head to the polls to vote in the ...
Evening Headlines: Labor Finally Reveals Election Costings
19 May 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&...
How Men Steal Women's Time For Exercise (& How To Stop Them)
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's well known that in many relationships, women undertake the majority of the housework, mental load, and caring responsibilities, but new research ...
Evening Headlines: Joe Rogan’s Bizarre Lie About NSW
18 May 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&...
Why Bowel Cancer Is On The Rise In Women
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every Australian aged 50 or over will receive regular bowel screening kits to test for cancer and other complications, but there are now calls to make...
Evening Headlines: Russia Takes Control Of Mariupol
17 May 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&...
Is Using Your Super To Buy A Home A Good Idea?
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With just days to go until the Federal election, both the major parties have announced new policies designed to attract the votes of, and allegedly he...
Evening Headlines: First Home Buyer's Super Plan Divides Aussies
16 May 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&...
Should You Have Joint Finances With Your Partner?
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you move in with a partner, how to manage your finances for household bills and spending money is a really important conversation to have, but it...
Evening Headlines: QLD’s Second Flood Emergency In 3 Months
13 May 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&...
Why Are We So Into Competitive Cooking?
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are currently more cooking competitions on TV than ever before, as it seems we just can't get enough of all the different variations of professi...
Evening Headlines: US Surpasses 1 Million COVID-19 Deaths
12 May 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&...
Bill Murray: To Cancel, Or Not To Cancel 'Old Dogs'?
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hollywood actor Bill Murray has been a firm favourite with audiences for decades, so when news broke last month that his latest film had to stop shoot...
Evening Headlines: VIC To Ban Nazi Symbols
11 May 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&...
What Will The US Criminalising Abortion Mean For Aussie Women?
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, women across the world were furious when a leaked document revealed the US Supreme Court is considering overturning a ruling from 50 years ...
Evening Headlines: NT Chief Minister Resigns
10 May 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&...
Election Explainer: Everything You Want To Know But Are Too Afraid To Ask
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's now less than two weeks until 17 million Aussies will head to the local polling station to cast their vote in the Federal election and hopefully ...
Evening Headlines: Chris Dawson's Murder Trial Begins
09 May 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&...
Female Umpires Fight Back Against Toxic Culture
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine every day you go to work and not only are you confronted by a crowd of people telling you how terrible you are at your job, but that the reaso...
Evening Headlines: Prime Minister Won't Back COVID Commission
06 May 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&...
Why We Need To Keep Inflation Low: An Interest Rate Explainer
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since the Reserve Bank of Australia announced a much-anticipated rise in the interest rate earlier this week, there has been a lot of speculation abou...
Evening Headlines: Amber Heard Alleges Shocking Abuse
05 May 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&...
Mamamia Votes: Where Does Everyone Stand On Healthcare?
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With little over two weeks until the Federal election, The Quicky is continuing with our election series looking at where each of the major parti...
Evening Headlines: Thousands Of Teachers Strike
04 May 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&...
‘Flexidus’: Can Employees Now Demand Flexible Work?
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many companies are now asking their employees to return to the office on two, three or even five days a week as we increasingly go back to 'normal lif...
Evening Headlines: First Interest Rate Rise Since 2010
03 May 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&...
Depp V Heard: Why Is Everyone Choosing A Side?
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been over five years since Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's divorce was finalised, so why are we still seeing horrendous scenes play out in a US cou...
Evening Headlines: Capital City House Prices Drop
02 May 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&...
Is Putin Really Sick, Or Is It Just Wishful Thinking?
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In recent weeks, you may have seen some news articles about Russian President Vladimir Putin, speculating that he is secretly very sick with - dependi...
Evening Headlines: Electricity Costs Soar
29 Apr 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&...
Why Is Everyone Angry About China’s Deal With The Solomon Islands?
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past couple of weeks, there has been a lot of concern about a new security deal that the Solomon Islands have signed with China, even though ...
Evening Headlines: Scomo Quizzed Over Record Inflation
28 Apr 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&...
Why Is It So Hard To Use My Flight Credits?
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During the past couple of years, you might have had to cancel a few holidays, and for many of us that means we received flight credits for those trips...
Evening Headlines: Cost Of Living Spirals
27 Apr 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&...
Trans Women On Being Used As An Election Fear Campaign
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Every time an election comes round, it seems that we always have to find a vulnerable group to be the political punching bag for no apparent reason......
Evening Headlines: NSW Teachers To Strike
26 Apr 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&...
Shanghai Lockdown: What’s Really Going On
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Covid-19 restrictions in Australia have eased further over the weekend as we continue to adjust to living with the virus, but for the more than 25 mil...
Evening Headlines: WA Premier Joins Albo In Covid Iso
22 Apr 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&...
The ANZAC Loved Ones Left Behind
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We know that ANZAC Day is a time to pause and spare a thought for the brave men and women who serve in our defence forces to keep Australia safe, but ...
Evening Headlines: The Queen’s 96th Birthday Celebration
21 Apr 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&...
Is There Any Point Voting For Independents?
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are often told that voting for an independent candidate is a 'wasted vote' because they don't have enough power to actually make any real change - ...
Evening Headlines: Close Contacts Set Free
20 Apr 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&...
Starting Over After Grief: Dating As A Widow
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dating in 2022 is hard enough, but trying to get back on the scene after the tragic death of a partner is even more difficult, particularly if it's be...
Evening Headlines: Ash Barty Trades Tennis For Golf
19 Apr 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&...
Vitamin Supplements: Helpful Or Just An Expensive Wee?
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After two years of living through a pandemic and with the colder winter months approaching, it can be very tempting to rush down to your local chemist...
Evening Headlines: Cuba Gooding Jr Pleads Guilty
14 Apr 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&...
'Flurona': What Happens When Covid Mixes With The Flu?
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If there's been one silver lining from the pandemic, it's that over the past two winters, flu cases and deaths had dropped significantly as we've all ...
Evening Headlines: A Grim Discovery In Sydney
13 Apr 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&...
What It’s Like To Lose Everything To Addiction
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The illegal drug often referred to as 'ice', but also 'meth' or 'crystal meth' is the most commonly used illicit drug in Australia, and people living ...
Commonwealth Games Coming To VIC: Your Evening Headlines For April 12th
12 Apr 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&...
Is It Just Us, Or Is This Election Campaign Weird?
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are just a couple of days into the 2022 Federal election campaign, but already we have witnessed an incredible amount of gaffes, in-fighting and mi...
Albo's Day 1 Stumble: Your Evening Headlines For April 11th
11 Apr 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&...
Can Anyone Force Putin To Stand Trial For War Crimes?
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With more devastating reports from Ukraine of horrific crimes including massacres, torture and rape being committed by Russian forces against civilian...
Easter Airport Chaos: Your Evening Headlines For April 8th
08 Apr 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 fro...
Mamamia Votes: Where Each Party Stands On Climate Change
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is still as yet to set a date for the upcoming Federal election, but we know that it will have to take place sometime in...
A Backflipping PM: Your Evening Headlines For April 7th
07 Apr 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 fro...
(Peri)Menopausal Symptoms Start Decades Before You Think
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thankfully there are now a lot of resources and information about menopause for women and their families, but sadly the same can't be said about perim...
Returning Rain, Twitter's New Function: Your Evening News Headlines For April 6th
06 Apr 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 fro...
Has Will & Kate’s Tour Ended The Royals?
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last month, Prince William and Kate Middleton completed their first official overseas Royal Tour since before the pandemic, but a number of hiccups al...
A Win For Scott Morrison: Your Evening Headlines For April 5th
05 Apr 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 fro...
Why Do I Keep Catching Covid & Others Don’t?
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At the start of the pandemic there was a lot of misinformation suggesting that we couldn't be reinfected with coronavirus more than once, but we now k...
The Grammys, A Resigning Premier: Your Evening Headlines For April 4th
04 Apr 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 fro...
Bruce Willis: What It Means To Live With Aphasia
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Bruce Willis' family released a statement that the Hollywood favourite is retiring from acting as he has been diagnosed with the medical co...
All Aboard: Is It Safe To Book A Cruise?
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been two years since the Federal Government implemented a ban on international cruise ships from entering Australian ports following a number of ...
Budget 2022: A Simple Guide To What's In It For You
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On Tuesday night Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg handed down his fourth Budget, which as this is an election year, is being closely scrutinised, but...
MAFS: Stop Weaponising Nude Photos
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On one of Australia's biggest reality television shows, the fallout from what has been labelled a 'nude photo scandal' continues, with two young women...
How To Stop Being Stressed Out By The News Right Now
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to ignore the news, especially when so many bad things are happening across the world all at once. Between the pandemic, floods and Ukraine ...
Hannah Clarke To Kim Kardashian: Why Did No-One Intervene?
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As the inquest continues into the death of Hannah Clarke and her three children at the hands of her estranged husband, grim details about a string of ...
Pucker Up! The Politics & Pleasure Of Red Lipstick
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Red lipstick has been worn for thousands of years across many different genders and cultures, interpreted as a sign of power, feminism, sexuality and ...