The Daily Aus

This is a daily news podcast for young people in Australia. Join The Daily Aus team every weekday morning as we cover the news in your language. We’re a newsroom of young journalists, delivering news for young people.

TDA is completely independent. We are not owned by any larger media company.

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May 29 · 3 min
Headlines: Erin Patterson appeal date set
Today's headlines include: An appeal date has been set for convicted mushroom murderer Erin Patterson, who was sentenced to 33-years behind bars without parole in September. The consumer watchdog has launched a landmark lawsuit against Amazon over button battery safety breaches. A group working to rescue seven people trapped ‌in a cave in Laos says more oxygen ‌tanks will be needed to complete the mission. And today’s good news: A 14-year-old Californian student has won the Scripps National Spelling Bee – one of the most well-known academic competitions in the United States. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28 · 18 min
The race to rescue men in a Laos cave
Until the moment five villagers stuck in a flooded cave for more than a week were rescued, the group had no idea a rescue mission was even afoot. It's a story with echoes of the famous Thai cave rescue of 2018 - and in fact, some of the same divers are involved. Today, we're taking you through what happened and where things stand. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28 · 3 min
Headlines: ISIS-linked woman charged
Today's headlines include: A woman accused of joining ISIS has been charged with terrorism offences, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) has confirmed. The U.S. military has carried out new strikes in Iran targeting a military site that officials believe posed a threat to American ‌forces and commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, according to an anonymous U.S. official speaking to Reuters. The World Meteorological Organisation has released a new report suggesting global temperatures will continue to break records in the coming years. And today’s good news: The levels of forever chemicals in the eggs of a colony of wild seabirds have dropped by 70% over the last 55 years, according to a new study. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Producer: Orla Maher Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27 · 17 min
Why is everyone talking about a 'death tax'?
There’s a common saying that there’s nothing certain in this world except death and taxes, and so today, we’re taking it one step further and talking about a death tax. That’s right. You might’ve heard the term ‘death tax’ in the news lately amid discussion on the Federal budget. In today’s podcast, we’re going to explain the proposed changes, which mean discretionary trusts would face a minimum 30% tax on trust income. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Elliot Lawry Producer: Rosa Bowden For more stories like this, sign up to TDA's Finance newsletter here. Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27 · 4 min
Headlines: Inflation slows to 4.2% in April
Today's headlines include: Annual inflation slowed to 4.2% in April after reaching a three-year-high of 4.6% in March, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Russia's ambassador to Australia has been called to the Department of Foreign Affairs to explain his country's most recent threats to Ukraine. Former President Joe Biden has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, seeking to block the release of recordings from interviews he gave to a biographer. And today’s good news: A first of its kind type 1 diabetes treatment has been approved for use in Australia. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy Tassell Producer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 26 · 22 min
What went wrong for the Enhanced Games?
The Enhanced Games, described by some as the Steroid Olympics, promised to shatter world records and redefine sport. Instead, a clean swimmer beat doped athletes, and Australia's biggest name finished last. Today we’ll recap how we got here, and break down what actually happened at this week’s inaugural games in Vegas. Sign up to the TDA Culture newsletter here. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 26 · 4 min
Headlines: U.S. strikes Iran amidst peace deal talks
Today's headlines include: The U.S. has attacked southern ‌Iran, describing its resumption of strikes as “defensive actions” designed to “protect our troops from threats ‌posed by Iranian forces”. A second group of women and children linked to ISIS are expected to face charges when they arrive back in Australia. Heavy rain at a remote South Australian station has prompted police to renew their search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont. And today’s good news: For the first time in its 115-year history, the San Francisco Symphony (SFS) has named a woman as its next Music Director. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25 · 20 min
The teals' fight against One Nation
Australian politics is in a period of serious flux right now. A new poll has reaffirmed One Nation’s growing popularity, showing the party could become the federal opposition if an election were held today. A handful of independents are responding with talks to form their own political party. Today we're unpacking what's actually being proposed by the teals, who's in, who's out, and what it all means for the future of Australian democracy. Access RedBridge Group & Accent Research's poll data here. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25 · 3 min
Headlines: ASIO boss fronts antisemitism inquiry
Today's headlines include: ASIO director-general Mike Burgess has defended the spy agency’s actions ahead of the Bondi Terror Attack, when 15 people were killed during a beachside Hanukkah celebration. A coronial hearing in Victoria has heard new details about the deaths of two police officers shot dead by Dezi Freeman at his Porepunkah property last year. Three Chinese astronauts – known in their home country as ‘taikonauts’ - have reached China’s space station, according to state media reports. The population of platypuses reintroduced to native parklands in Sydney's south has grown to 20 known individuals. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Elliot Lawry Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 24 · 15 min
Australia's worst diphtheria outbreak, explained
Australia is experiencing its worst outbreak of diphtheria since records began in the 1990s. So far this year, the majority of cases are currently in the Northern Territory, but it has started spreading to other states. So what is it, and how concerned should we be? We’ll tell you what you need to know in today’s podcast. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23 · 13 min
When is the right time to invest?
Today, we're tackling one of the most common traps in investing - the idea that you should wait for the "right moment" to get started. If you've ever looked at the market, felt uneasy, and decided to just hold off a little longer, this one is very much for you. This podcast was produced with insights from CommSec. However, everything we talk about was researched and written by us, and the content remains entirely independent. For full offer details and T&Cs, visit CommSec. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22 · 3 min
Headlines: Aussie man dies falling off trail in Peru
Today's headlines include: An Australian man has died after falling on the trail to the ancient Incan site of Machu Picchu in Peru. Mexican-themed chain Guzman y Gomez has pulled out of the U.S. market, closing all of its restaurants in Chicago effective immediately. A Paris appeals court has found plane manufacturer Airbus and airline Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over a plane crash in the Atlantic Ocean in 2009 that killed 228 people. And today’s good news! Las Vegas is set to host a parade celebrating female athletes, following a push from American rapper Flavor Flav. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21 · 22 min
How TDA prepares for political interviews
Billi is usually the person asking the questions on this podcast. Today, we're flipping that - because this week, she interviewed the Treasurer, and we want to know how she actually did it. From research, to the questions she cuts, to what it's like when someone won't give you a straight answer - we're getting into all of it. Today, Billi's going to take us behind the scenes to see what it takes to prepare for, execute, and then publish a big interview. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21 · 5 min
Headlines: Aus condemns Israeli minister who taunted detained activists
Today's headlines include: The Australian Government has joined global condemnation of an Israeli minister who taunted detained activists, including 11 Australians. The unemployment rate jumped to 4.5% and 18,600 jobs dropped out of the economy in April, according to new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). A photographer has been charged after allegedly stealing camera equipment from a Bondi Beach massacre victim and selling it to a pawn shop days after the attack. And today’s good news: Scientists have discovered over 1,100 previously unknown marine species, in what’s been described as a “landmark” Ocean Census. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 20 · 17 min
The downfall of MAFS UK
CW: today’s episode contains discussion of sexual assault and rape. If you or anyone you know needs support, 1800 RESPECT is available on 1800 737 732. For 24/7 crisis support, contact lifeline on 13 11 14. A BBC investigation this week has rocked one of the world's most popular reality TV formats. The UK version of Married at First Sight has been pulled from streaming, including here in Australia, after three women on the show alleged sexual assault during filming. The show’s broadcaster has launched a review, police are involved, and the fallout is raising questions about how far reality TV goes to protect the people on it. Today, we’ll unpack everything you need to know about the downfall of MAFS UK. Support services: 1800 Respect Lifeline Full Stop Australia Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Elliot Lawry Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 20 · 4 min
Headlines: Australia records worst diphtheria outbreak
Today's headlines include: Australia’s worst diphtheria outbreak on record has prompted a public vaccination warning. A 12 hour manhunt has ended in two arrests after a deadly shooting in southwest Sydney. Chinese leader Xi Jinping has welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to Beijing, just days after hosting U.S. President Donald Trump. And today's good news: For the first time, scientists have confirmed that humpback whales are making epic ocean crossings between Australia and Brazil, journeying more than 14,000km. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 19 · 23 min
TDA interviews the Treasurer
Last week, the Government handed down its federal budget which it has said is a budget for young people. And since, there have been a lot of questions about if the execution of their policies, will actually match the intention of helping young people. Today, I sit down with the Treasurer to put your questions to him. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Guest: Jim Chalmers, Federal Treasurer Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 19 · 4 min
Headlines: Flash floods and torrential rain drench SE Qld
Today's headlines include: A woman is dead and dozens of students have been rescued as torrential rain continues to drench southeast Queensland. An accused triple-murderer has appeared in court after the bodies of his wife and two children were discovered in a southwest Sydney home. Wildfires are threatening homes in the U.S. state of California, with thousands of residents forced to evacuate. And today’s good news: Aussie researchers have named a newly discovered fish species after a Sesame Street character. Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18 · 19 min
Why the WHO declared an Ebola emergency
The World Health Organisation has declared a global health emergency over a new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, the first time this strain has caused an outbreak in over a decade, and right now there is no approved vaccine or treatment for it. Today we’ll bring you up to speed on everything you need to know about the outbreak and what it means around the world. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18 · 3 min
Headlines: Treasurer defends Govt's tax changes
Today's headlines include: Treasurer Jim Chalmers has defended Labor’s tax changes against backlash, saying the party breaking its election promise was worthwhile because it will fix the “broken status quo in housing”. A group of six people quarantining in Perth, including four Australians, have tested negative for hantavirus after a deadly outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has announced plans to strengthen his country’s military presence on the border with South Korea. And today’s good news! Tunisia has become the 31st country worldwide to eliminate trachoma, an infectious disease that can lead to blindness. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Lucy Tassell Producer: Rosa Bowden Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.