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Your Say: What matters in this federal election?
In Australia's democratic path, we are approaching a turning point in our digital age story of civic engagement.
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🚨 ELECTION WATCH 2025 : LIVE NEWS BLOG
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8:44
48 HOURS UNTIL AUSTRALIA DECIDES AS LEADERS MAKE FINAL PITCHES
Today is May 1 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
Cost of Living Relief: How the Albanese Government's Economic Strategy Impacts Your Wallet
Breaking Down Labor's Economic Approach for Millennials and Gen Z
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Miko Santos
Election Eve Tension: Both Parties Claim Budget Superiority
Finance Minister Gallagher contests Coalition's economic credentials as polls tighten
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Miko Santos
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FACT CHECK: A 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Did Not Hit Sydney, Australia
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UN COP27 climate summit adopts 'loss and damage' fund
Australians are increasingly concerned about climate change, but resist a diet change to help the planet
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, financial security comes before vacation.
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Australia's Clean Energy Transition: Batteries Over Nuclear
Inside Australia's Strategic Pivot to Renewable Energy Solutions
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Miko Santos
FACT CHECK: Greens' election sign image is a digitally altered fake
By Kate Atkinson in Sydney
Albanese Government Unveils $16.5 Billion Education Revolution: What Gen Z Needs to Know
How Australia's Biggest Education Investment in a Decade Will Shape Your Future
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Miko Santos
Future Generations Fund: Coalition's Bold Proposal to End "Budget Crutch" Politics
New fiscal guardrails aim to transform how Australia manages commodity windfalls amid growing economic concerns
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Pastora Pentero
Coalition Unveils $14 Billion Budget Improvement Plan Amid Economic Concerns
Opposition pledges fiscal discipline to combat inflation and reduce national debt
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Pastora Pentero

Fact Check

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FACT CHECK: Greens' election sign image is a digitally altered fake
By Kate Atkinson in Sydney
FACT CHECK: No, Australian government is not reviewing Chinese permanent visas
By Jim McManagan in London
FACT CHECK: Shark Nets Removal from Sydney Beaches
CLAIM: Sydney beaches will be less safe after shark nets are removed early on March 31, 2025.
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Miko Santos
FACT CHECK: A 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Did Not Hit Sydney, Australia
CLAIM: 7.1 magnitude earthquake" that allegedly struck Sydney
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Miko Santos
FACT CHECK: International Students Not to Blame for Australia's Rental Crisis, Large-Scale Study Confirms
FACT CHECK: International Students Not to Blame for Australia's Rental Crisis, Large-Scale Study Confirms
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Miko Santos

Today's Rundown

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8:44
48 HOURS UNTIL AUSTRALIA DECIDES AS LEADERS MAKE FINAL PITCHES
Today is May 1 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
6:21
COST OF LIVING CRISIS: Political Leaders Clash Over Solutions as Inflation Eases
Today is April 30 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
9:22
Canadian Election Delivers Stunning Upset as Geopolitics Reshapes Democracy
Today is April 29 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
8:30
ELECTION SHOWDOWN: ALBANESE AND DUTTON CLASH ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HOUSING AND ECONOMIC POLICIES AS CAMPAIGN ENTERS FINAL WEEK
Today is April 28 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
8:37
Coalition Pledges Record $21 Billion Defence Boost to Strengthen National Security
Today is April 23 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
7:53
Pope Francis Dies at 88: World Mourns Compassionate Leader
Today is April 22 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
8:52
Housing, Security, and Politics: The Triple Challenge Facing Australia Today
Today is April 15, and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
7:59
Housing Crisis Dominates Political Landscape as Trade Tensions Escalate
Today is April 14, and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
10:56
China-US trade war heats up with jaw-dropping 125% tariffs!
Today is April 12, and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
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Minute Rundown

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Opposition Pledges $750 Million "Crime-Crushing" Policy in National Security Push
Australian Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced a comprehensive $750 million "crime-crushing" policy targeting organized crime groups…
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Jaime Bada
Australian Opposition Leader Announces Economic Relief Plan Amid Cost-of-Living Crisis
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has unveiled an immediate economic relief plan aimed at addressing Australia's cost-of-living crisis, promising fuel tax…
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Jaime Bada
CAMPAIGN CONTROVERSY INTENSIFIES AS KOOYONG MP FACES DUAL SCANDALS AHEAD OF TIGHT ELECTION
Independent MP Monique Ryan's re-election campaign has encountered mounting challenges after her husband was filmed removing an opponent's campaign…
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Mencari News Team
TRUMP EFFECT SWAYS CANADIAN VOTERS AS LIBERAL PARTY SECURES "THUMPING WIN"
The Canadian Liberal Party has secured what analysts are calling a "thumping win" in recent elections, with evidence suggesting that policies and…
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Budget 2025

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📰 7.7 magnitude Myanmar earthquake kills hundreds and creates mass devastation and humanitarian need
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar at 12:50 pm, local time on 28 March, causing houses and other buildings to collapse in the country…
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Mencari News Team
📰 Coalition super policy would hike house prices by 10%, pushing the dream of home ownership further out of reach
A Coalition policy to raid super for house deposits – reaffirmed in tonight’s Budget-in-Reply speech - would just pour more fuel on the fire of…
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Mencari News Team
📰 Budget reply fails to set out plan to lift living standards or tackle housing crisis
The Coalition’s budget in reply contained no plan for supporting those on the lowest incomes or addressing the housing affordability crisis.
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Jaime Bada
📰 Dutton Promises Fuel Excise Cut in Budget Reply: 'Sliding Doors Moment' for Economy
Setting the stage for the approaching election as a pivotal event for Australia's future prosperity, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has presented a…
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Miko Santos

The Expert Interview

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Australia's Youth Vote Revolution: How Gen Z and Millennials Will Shape the 2025 Election
Today’s episode is brought to you by Empower.
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Miko Santos
Global Trade Tensions Escalate: Expert Analysis on Trump's Australian Tariffs
Today’s episode is brought to you by Empower.
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Miko Santos
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Prof. Robert Brooks
28:53
Tax Cuts Are Just a Cup of Coffee a Week": Economist Exposes Budget Reality
Today’s episode is brought to you by Empower.
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Miko Santos
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Prof. Gigi Foster
33:12
Trust Crisis Deepens: 67% Decline in Media Confidence Revealed in 2025 Australian Media Landscape Report
Today’s episode is brought to you by Empower.
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Miko Santos
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Amrita Sidhu
19:05
Trump's 25% Steel Tariff Hits Australia: Economic Expert Reveals True Impact Beyond Export Numbers
Today’s episode is brought to you by Empower your podcasting vision with a suite of creative solutions at your fingertips.
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Miko Santos
17:16
Dutton Accuses Albanese Government of 'Secret Plan' to Reintroduce Voice Through Legislation
Opposition leader challenges government to be "upfront and honest" about post-referendum intentions
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Jaime Bada
FACT CHECK: No, Australian government is not reviewing Chinese permanent visas
By Jim McManagan in London
Coalition Promises to 'Restore the Dream' of Home Ownership for Young Australians
Tax-deductible mortgage interest among proposals to address housing crisis
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Jaime Bada
Cost of Living Crisis Takes Center Stage as Dutton Pledges Relief for Struggling Families
In an era where many young Australians are foregoing doctor visits due to rising costs and families are seeking food assistance despite both parents…
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Jaime Bada
6:21
COST OF LIVING CRISIS: Political Leaders Clash Over Solutions as Inflation Eases
Today is April 30 and here is your news briefing!
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Miko Santos
Full-Time Workers Priced Out of Sydney Rental Market
Why this matters: As housing costs continue to soar, even full-time workers are being pushed to the margins in Australia's largest city, signaling a…
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Pastora Pentero
Albanese Announces Double Tax Cuts, Slams Nuclear Power Costs
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has revealed Australian taxpayers will receive not one but two rounds of tax cuts under a re-elected Labor government…
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Miko Santos
Albanese Reveals Historic Medicare Overhaul: "Your Card Is All You'll Need"
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the government's largest ever investment in Medicare, prioritizing accessibility for all Australians amid…
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Miko Santos
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