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smooth National News Briefing
smooth news flash briefing brings you the latest Australian and World news, from politics to sport and entertainment headlines.
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New Report reveals Australia's Mental Health Sector is Crumbling
Australia's mental health sector is in a dire state, with a new report showing the number of available beds for patients nationwide has fallen to its lowest…
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Death of Disabled Woman Deemed a Serious Crime
Police in SA are looking into whether squalor and neglect caused the death of a woman with disabilities, in Port Augusta A major flood wreaks havoc in Spain…
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Inflation Drops To Lowest Level In Four Years
The Treasurer has welcomed the latest economic data -- revealing Australia's inflation has dropped to its lowest level in about four years! A decision not to…
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Tributes Flow After Death of Student in Melbourne
Flowers have been laid at a school in Melbourne's East for a student, killed in a tragic accident. Inflation has slowed to it's lowest level since the height…
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Man Charged over SA Crash Which Claimed Two Lives
A child has been killed after a car crashed through a school fence in Melbourne A man will face court today, charged over a car smash in SA, which killed two…
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A Damning Report Into Australia's Covid Response Handed Down
A damning report into Australia's handling of the pandemic has been handed down -- finding the response was inadequate. The P-M maintains he's been transparent…
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Death of an Aussie Toddler in Bali
A toddler has died in Bali, his parents say it's a tragic accident Another woman has been killed, allegedly at the hands of her partner Cameron Bancroft still…
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New Data Shows Cost Of Living Coming Down
The government insists in-roads are being made to bring down the cost of living -- ahead of the release of new inflation data. New South Wales meantime has…
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WA Government Announces Tougher Laws for P-Platers
Tougher rules are set to be enforced on P-platers - in a State Gov push to curb WA'S growing road toll. The shutdown of the Telstra and Optus 3G network begins…
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Should Albo be Worried About the QLD Election Result?
Political analysts say Prime Minister Anthony Albanese should see the LNP's win in QLD, as a warning for Labor! NDIS providers put on notice Australia's…
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Three Dead in Horror Mid Air Collision
Three people have been killed after their light aircraft collided in Sydney LNP claims victory in Queensland election 3G network to be switched off across the…
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PM Backs King's Climate Call
Anthony Albanese has vowed to take leadership of climate change following address by King Charles Industry watchdog cracks down on key health industries…
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No Relief In Sight For Aussies At The Petrol Pump
The Treasurer admits the ongoing conflict in the Middle East will put further pressure on oil prices, and risk persistent inflation. Commonwealth leaders are…
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Menendez Brothers on Track for Possible Re-Sentencing
Erik and Lyle Menendez may soon be set free after 35 years behind bars for the murder of their parents More industrial action by Qantas engineers has kicked…
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Qantas Engineers Ramp Up Industrial Action
Hundreds of Qantas engineers are downing tools today as they continue negotiations for better pay and conditions An Australian billionaire to step away from…
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P-M Makes No Apologies For Calling Out China's Human Rights Record
China's influence is likely to be among the issues discussed at a meeting of Commonwealth leaders in Samoa over coming days. Unions are warning about the…
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Turkey Retaliates With Airstrikes on Kurdish Militants
Turkey has launched air strikes on more than 30 Kurdish militant targets in Iran and Syria... The Federal Government has committed 15 million in funding to…
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What Labor Are Really Doing With Negative Gearing
Lots to talk about in today's episode. What will Labor do about negative gearing? I have the inside scoop on their plans. What was Lidia Thorpe playing at in…
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A Royal Welcome in Samoa
Samoa has rolled out the red carpet, literally, for King Charles and the Queen Consort The incredible story of a very determined puppy The Tillies ready to…
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Federal Police Make 55-Million Dollar Meth Bust
Federal Police say they've thwarted an attempt to import 55-million dollars' worth of methamphetamine into Australia. The King and Queen have officially…
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Possible Civil Court for Killer Jetstar Pilot
Daughter of Russell Hill plans to sue Greg Lynn in a civil court Another woman lost to alleged domestic violence The AFL to have a revamped Indigenous All…
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The Royals Wrap Up Four Day Aussie Visit
The King and Queen have wrapped up their four day Australian visit. The South Australian Police Commissioner says he is grateful a teenager charged over the…
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Growing Calls for Lidia Thorpe to Resign after King Heckle
There's growing calls for Lidia Thorpe to resign from the Senate - after she heckled King Charles during a parliamentary reception yesterday. Kamala Harris is…
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Lidia Thorpe Unapologetic After Royal Rebuke
Independent Senator firm after yelling at King and Queen that they're "not our sovereign" WA Government to consider passenger restrictions on P-platers after…
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Lidia Thorpe Unleashes Foul Mouthed Tirade At King And Queen
The King and Queen have laughed-off a foul-mouthed outburst by Senator Lidia Thorpe. The Transport Workers Union is calling for an aviation body to over-see…
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Qantas Ordered to Pay 170K in Compensation to Sacked Workers
A Federal court compensation decision is being described as a "day of justice" for Qantas workers. The King and Queen have hit the ground running after…
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King's Visit Provides a Happy Distraction
Thousands turn out to see the King and Queen in Sydney A compensation decision against Qantas to be handed down today Tim Tszyu's boxing career at a crossroads…
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Bank Glitch Double Charges Comm Bank Customers
The CBA is apologising after accounts were double charged in a computer glitch Labor wins record seventh term in ACT Royal fans get chance to spot King and…
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Royals Touch Down in Australia
King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived in Sydney for their Royal tour Tributes for young Aussie hiker killed in California Research reveals Australians…
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Hopes Killing Of Hamas Leader Could Bring Gaza War To An End
World leaders, including P-M Anthony Albanese, say the killing of HAMAS' top leader and mastermind of the October 7 attack, is an opportunity to end the Gaza…
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Concerns for Missing Aussie Swept Away in Bali Waters
Hopes are fading in the search for a missing Australian man, after he was swept away by rough seas in Bali, while trying to rescue a swimmer. World leaders -…
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The Hamas Leader Killed in Gaza
Israel says it's killed the leader of Hamas, Yahya Sinwar Killing of Sinwar welcomed by US government A 3-year-old girl fights for life after being hit by a…
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Unemployment Rate falls With More Fulltime Jobs Created
The Australian economy created just over 64-thousand jobs over the past month. More Sydney beaches have been closed, after golf-ball sized debris washed up…
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Tributes Flow after Death of 1D star Liam Payne
The world has been left in shock this morning - after the death of former One Direction band member Liam Payne. Ukraine is welcoming Australia's decision to…
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The Unbelievable Stat That Will Decide The US Election
Huge show today! I catch up with political mastermind Tim Gleason, who lets us know who will win the US election. Delve into the possibility that the Greens…
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Hail Causes Chaos in Casterton
A small community near the Victoria-South Australia border cops devastating hailstorm WA man pleads guilty to setting fire to house, with partner and kids…
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The Government To Crackdown On Dodgy Business Practices
The P-M says his government wants to make sure Aussie consumers are getting a "fair deal" The Reserve Bank has dropped a big hint about likely interest rate…
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Ned Brockman Raises 2.6 Million in Mammoth Running Challenge
Aussie icon Ned Brockman has pulled off a mammoth feat this morning, running over 16-hundred kilometres around Sydney Olympic Park over 12 and a half days. The…
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US Issues Ultimatum to Israel
US threatens to cut military support to Israel, in face of humanitarian crisis in Gaza Federal investment in a national Aerial Firefighting Fleet The Socceroos…
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Legendary T.V Journalist George Negus Has Died
Legendary television journalist George Negus has died, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimers. The Opposition says Labor's plan to clamp down on debit card…
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Plans to Scrap Debit Card Surcharges Revealed
Plans to scrap unreasonable debit card and credit card surcharges have been revealed by the Albanese Government. Australian's are being warned not to travel to…
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Aussies Told to Come Home from Israel
The war escalates between Israel and Hezbollah Four people charged with animal abuse following public protest Jarryd Hayne back in a rugby league environment…
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U.S Officials Back Down On Third Trump Assassination Claims
Federal officials don't believe a man arrested near a Donald Trump rally was likely to be planning an assassination attempt. A third of jobs are in shortage…
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Police Stop Third Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump
US authorities have arrested a man outside a Trump campaign rally in California - who was allegedly armed with several weapons. The latest opinion poll is…
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Tensions Flare Between UN and Israel
A fifth UN peacekeeper has been injured, fuelling tensions with Israel A regional town in NSW inundated by white supremacists at the weekend Brodie Kostecki…
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State Premiers Accused of Snubbing the Royals
All of Australia's Premiers have declined an invitation to attend a reception for Charles and Camilla Last government funded evacuation flight leaves Lebanon…
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Services Held to Remember Victims of Bali Bombings
Communities have gathered across the country to mark 22 years since the Bali terror attacks Woman critical after another dog mauling Spike in asylum…
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Social Media Platfroms In Government Crosshairs
Social media platforms will be responsible for placing restrictions on children and teens. Australians in Lebanon are being warned - this weekend could be…
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Rafa Nadal Announces His Retirement
22 time grand slam winner, Rafael Nadal, has announced his retirement after a few frustrating years with injury A man charged with murdering his wife and…
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Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall
Destructive winds, heavy rain and tornadoes are lashing Florida's west coast as Hurricane Milton makes landfall. Confirmation that Blake Wilson was drunk when…
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Why I Think Outrage Is Getting in the Way of the Point
Albo's in hot water after an insult went wrong - but does all the outrage get in the way of the point? Plus my thoughts on the provocative decision to protest…
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Another Hurricane Hurdles Towards Florida
Hurricane Milton barrels towards Florida at 249 km/h just a fortnight after Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc there A Perth woman has been jailed for life, for…
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Rebel Senator Launches Her Own Political Party
Former Labor Senator Fatima Payman has launched a new political party, called "Australia's Voice". The federal government is defending its visa screening…
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Prime Minister Apologises After Tourette's Remarks
Anthony Albanese has returned to the floor of Parliament, to apologise for derogatory comments made during a fiery debate with the Shadow Minister. more…
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Hezbollah Deputy Supports Calls for Ceasefire
Lebanon Parliament trying to secure ceasefire with Israel A monster hurricane barrels towards the already-decimated Florida Coast Our Aussie women continue…
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The Opposition Condemns PM Over Middle East Motion
The Opposition Leader has refused to back the federal government's motion on the Middle East conflict. Latest economic data shows a small jump in consumer…
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Opposition Questions Labor's 'Help To Buy' Scheme
The opposition is standing firm against the Federal Government's so-called 'Help to Buy" scheme. A second mercy flight carrying Australians and their families…
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Hundreds Of Australians Touch Down From Lebanon
Emotional scenes at Sydney Airport, as hundreds of Aussies touch down on home soil from Lebanon Members of Australia's Jewish community have gathered across…
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Solemn Memorial At Site Of Music Festival On Anniversary Of Terror Attacks.
Israel Mourns Anniversary Of October Seven Hamas Attacks. Repatriation Flights Bring Aussies Home From Lebanon. The Cost Of Groceries Brings Biggest Pain To…
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Qantas Mercy Flights Take Off as Lebanon Conflict Intensifies
The first of two Qantas mercy flights are en route to Cyprus - to pick up stranded Aussie's citizens fleeing Lebanon. Meanwhile...Renewed fighting has broken…