The Front

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The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms.

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April 10 · 17 min
The hot Mossad spy drama Hedley Thomas is hooked on
It’s the show Hedley Thomas and wife Ruth Mathewson can agree on: Apple TV’s Tehran - the spy thriller with a big human heart. The action is relentless, the protagonist gorgeous, and the storylines are eerily reflective of events playing out in the Middle East conflict. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. The weekend edition of The Front is co-produced by Claire Harvey and Jasper Leak. The host is Claire Harvey. Audio production and editing by Jasper Leak who also composed our theme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 10 · 3 min
Israel, Lebanon to negotiate on Hezbollah disarmament
Israel will negotiate directly with Lebanon about disarming the Iran-backed militia Hezbollah, with representatives to meet in Washington for talks next week. Plus, a key deadline in the Gaza peace deal looms. Read more: Trump warns Iran against tolls in Strait of Hormuz; Israel to start talks with Lebanon Hamas refuses to hand over weapons as deadline looms See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 9 · 16 min
Trump didn’t chicken out. But did he make Iran stronger than ever?
Absurd, ridiculous, insane, offensive, fantastical - and that’s just Donald Trump’s words. As for his actions, our Foreign Editor Greg Sheridan reckons Trump has miscalculated, alienated his allies, strengthened Iran’s evil regime - and is now starting to look like a pirate himself. Read Greg Sheridan’s commentary at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Shootin’ starts again if no deal Scepticism aside, it’s difficult to see a strategic triumph here for the West Donald Trump’s clearest Iran pitch was still full of contradictions This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak, who also composed our theme. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Joshua Burton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 9 · 6 min
Bruce Lehrmann’s appeal bid dismissed by High Court
An application by former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann for special leave to appeal the outcome of his defamation action against Network Ten has been thrown out by the High Court. Plus, a fledgeling ceasefire deal between the US and Iran is on shaky ground. Read more: Bruce Lehrmann suffers crushing court blow as High Court knocks back appeal on Brittany Higgins defamation findings Iran offers alternative route to Hormuz ships; PM unveils deal for more petrol, says truce must include Lebanon Trump weighs punishing certain NATO countries over lack of Iran war support See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 8 · 11 min
Is Canva actually profitable?
A nasty surprise for digital disruptors as the AI revolution sideswipes companies like Canva, which themselves helped transform the economy and wipe out whole categories of work. So - is Canva actually making money? And can it survive the giant shift in tech? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Canva’s $1 billion losses over three years The List: Australia’s Richest 250 (2026 edition) Check out The List: Australia’s Richest 250 editor John Stensholt’s work here This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 8 · 4 min
Strait of Hormuz to reopen as US, Iran make a deal
The Strait of Hormuz will reopen for two weeks as Iran agreed to a ceasefire deal on Wednesday – but the regime warned it’s a temporary pause in hostilities, not a permanent end to the war. Plus, Gina Rinehart lashes Ben Roberts-Smith arrest and Commonwealth lawyers seek more time on Naveed Akram brief of evidence. Read more: Ceasefire doesn’t cover Lebanon, says Netanyahu; PM attacks Trump’s apocalyptic rhetoric Gina Rinehart slams prosecutors over BRS war crimes charges Lawyers need more time to review ‘voluminous’ evidence against Naveed Akram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 7 · 17 min
Is Twiggy Forrest secretly negotiating world peace?
Australians know him as the affable mining billionaire Twiggy - but is Andrew Forrest living a double life as a top-level diplomatic powerbroker? Our North Asia correspondent, Yoni Bashan, spent a while at the court of King Twiggy and joins us to discuss this charming, confounding character. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Moving beyond mining, Andrew Forrest is trying to broker peace between superpowers Fossil fuels a ‘weapon of war’ Forrest warns global CEOs at the the China Development Forum Fortescue founder Andrew Forrest takes aim at powerful Beijing-backed entity battling with BHP This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 7 · 7 min
The arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith
A Victoria Cross recipient who has always denied being a war criminal has been arrested over five alleged war crimes murders, including two he’s accused of committing himself. Today - the case against Ben Roberts-Smith, and how he will defend himself. Read more: Roberts-Smith faces life in prison if convicted War crimes prosecutors will face challenges convicting Ben Roberts-Smith Hanson: I won’t abandon BRS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 6 · 11 min
Inside Iran’s secret underground ‘military cities’
Only now is it becoming clear how Iran has survived the combined might of the US and Israeli military for over a month: cast underground tunnel systems, packed with fuel, drones and missiles. Our reporter Shokoofeh Azar is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Revealed: Iran’s secret missile ‘megacities’ that are ‘built for war’ Open the Strait: Trump’s foul-mouthed warning Inside story of US colonel’s incredible rescue behind enemy lines This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 6 · 5 min
Seal Team Six’s incredible Iran rescue of stranded US colonel
The war in Iran has yielded its most dramatic survival story yet, with the United States pulling off a high-stakes rescue mission for a fighter jet crew member who was shot down by Iranian forces. Read more: US aviator has been rescued How elite US forces survive behind enemy lines Trump’s foul-mouthed threat to Iran See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 3 · 15 min
A young woman’s quest for motherhood
Parents are busy hiding them, kids want all of them. But for author Charlotte Ree, she’s freezing them. It’s Easter and we’re talking about eggs - and how these little ovoid shapes can take on a whole different meaning to single women in their 30s. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. The weekend edition of The Front is co-produced by Claire Harvey and Jasper Leak. The host is Claire Harvey. Audio production and editing by Jasper Leak who also composed our theme. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 3 · 3 min
Plans by Bahrain, Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in the works
The UN Security Council will this weekend vote on a bid by Bahrain to use “defensive” force in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, part of Blake Lively’s claim against Justin Baldoni is dismissed and property prices wane. Read more: UN Security Council to vote on authorising force in Hormuz Iran drafts plan with Oman to charge ships for Strait of Hormuz passage Bowen delivers update on petrol station shortages Blake Lively’s harassment claim against Justin Baldoni dismissed, but the trial goes on Sydney and Melbourne to lead housing downturn as interest rate rises spook buyers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 2 · 6 min
Iran war a ‘decisive, overwhelming victory’ – but still no clear end date after Trump address
Donald Trump has declared the war with Iran a, quote, “decisive, overwhelming victory”, and says America’s objectives in the Middle East are nearing their conclusion. Read more: Donald Trump says US objectives in Iran ‘nearing completion’ in address to Americans Premiers strike deal to turn GST windfall into petrol cut Alleged Bondi shooter Naveed Akram’s bid to hide family’s identity denied by judge See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 1 · 14 min
Big AI wants Australia’s creativity - for free
The promise of ultra-productive workplaces fuelled by AI giants and big data centres is very tempting for government - but in return, AI companies want a copyright law change to allow them to hoover up art, music, Indigenous heritage, architecture and pretty much everything else for free. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Labor signs MoU with AI giant Anthropic that wants Aussie creatives’ work for free What Anthropic really wants from Australia AI giant Anthropic says 'exploring' Australia data centre investments ‘Days ahead won’t be easy’: Anthony Albanese addresses the nation on the Iran War fuel crisis This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Joshua Burton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 1 · 4 min
Trump to world: Sort out your own oil supply
Two weeks, and the US is out of the Iran war: that’s Donald Trump’s blunt message. So why are there 50,000 US military personnel in the Middle East? Plus, sources say slain fugitive Dezi Freeman was shot more than 20 times in a dramatic shootout with police. Read more: UAE willing to join the war; Albanese to address the nation on Iran crisis Is Trump planning a ground invasion on Good Friday? Dezi Freeman looked like ‘Swiss cheese’ after police shot him 20 times See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 31 · 13 min
Vaping causes cancer - so why can’t young people quit?
New research shows e-cigarettes likely cause lung and oral cancers, and scientists are urging vapers to quit now instead of waiting for disease to develop. What does it mean for Big Tobacco and the new generation of vapers? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Human biomarkers already showing vapes likely cause cancer, study finds This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 31 · 3 min
Radio nightmare: Jackie O launches her own lawsuit
She’s supposed to be a star witness for broadcaster ARN in its dispute with fallen star Kyle Sandilands - but now Jackie ‘O’ Henderson is taking Fair Work action against the company, seeking $82 million. Read more: Jackie ‘O’ sues ARN for $82m Trump tells aides he's willing to end war without reopening Hormuz Make-up empire Mecca fined nearly $600,000 for lodging late financial reports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 30 · 12 min
Put down that fuel can: Albo’s here to help
A $2.6 billion taxpayer-funded fuel crisis ‘solution’ sees Jim Chalmers and Anthony Albanese flick the switch to spending - but does anyone believe the Government can stop the panic? And why aren’t we rationing fuel? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Deeper reading: Calls to avoid ‘nanny state’ solutions The Premier who wants to tap ‘sea of oil’ More analysis from Geoff Chambers This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 30 · 3 min
Dezi Freeman’s dead: everything we know
A cop-killer shot dead while brandishing a dead officer’s gun: the dramatic end to ‘sovereign citizen’ Dezi Freeman’s violent life. Read more right now at theaustralian.com.au: ‘Coward’ Dezi Freeman shot dead by police Inside the hunt for a man on the run From the archive: Why our journo always believed Freeman was alive See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 29 · 16 min
Kyle vs Jackie O: the courtroom face-off
Jackie ‘O’ Henderson will be called as a witness to claim that Kyle Sandilands subjected her to a prolonged campaign of bullying and harassment - an allegation Sandilands will strongly deny. Steve Jackson’s here with the scoop - plus networks Seven and Nine fight legal claims by their own staff. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Read The Diary in our weekly Media section here Audiences abandon ABC as repeats replace nightly news Explosive full details of Sandilands’ claim This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.