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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 insights from our newsrooms.

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August 12 · 2 min
Bragg unveils Coalition immigration plan
Liberal senator Andrew Bragg has put a number on immigration for the coalition, which says it wants to link net overseas migration to housing completions. Plus, Nigel Farage to face an opponent with a bin on his head in this week’s Clacton by-election. Read more: Bragg puts a number on Coalition migration plan, attacks One Nation monoculture Nigel Farage faces off with Count Binface in very British by-election See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 11 · 14 min
Melongate: How Albo created a diplomatic disaster
Nobody covers politics like Dennis Shanahan, and today our National Editor is here with a withering take on the big story lighting up politics this week: Anthony Albanese, a gross joke about melons and breasts, and a disastrous attempt to spin the PM out of trouble. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Japan formally raises Anthony Albanese’s ‘melons’ podcast joke Anthony Albanese denies he made a crude joke out of Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s ‘melons’ Anthony Albanese refuses to apologise to Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in QT ‘melons’ stoush Commentary by Dennis Shanahan: Anthony Albanese mired in a melon-drama of his own making Anthony Albanese’s ‘melons’ gaffe was bad – Tanya Plibersek’s defence is worse Why shaky Albanese should be wary of his midterm slump Commentary by Shingo Yagami: PM’s sexist melon joke was not only ungracious, it betrayed the close bond of our two nations 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.
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August 11 · 2 min
Work from home ‘right’ gets iced
Is working from home a workplace right? That question is blowing up Victorian politics as Premier Ben Carroll seeks to appease furious businesspeople by delaying a work from home law until July 2027 - after the State election. Also in The Front’s afternoon headlines edition: the Reserve Bank keeps the cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent but is still warning inflation is too high. Read more: Commentary by Anthony Galloway: Victorian Labor wedged itself on work from home Interest rates held steady as weak inflation and housing fears mount See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 10 · 16 min
How Atlassian’s tech bromance died
Warring wives, competing values and a broken culture: Tech Bros, a new book by The Australian’s John Stensholt and Perry Williams, reveals the inside story of how Scott Farquhar and Mike Cannon-Brookes built Australia’s most successful tech business and lost their friendship. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Atlassian founders’ rift so deep they endured a ‘year of not talking’ Scott Farquhar’s ‘easy’ password sparked crisis that almost destroyed Atlassian ‘Annie is going to be really jealous’: Mike Cannon-Brookes’ closest staffer ‘bullied’ wife Margin Call: Billionaire Atlassian co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes’ tough reading task for new hires This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 10 · 2 min
Sandilands back on air amid tech snafus
Sacked radio host Kyle Sandilands has returned to the airwaves in the hotly anticipated launch of his independent production. Plus, Iran releases footage of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, and Australians ditch diesel cars for Chinese EVs. Read more: Kyle Sandilands spotted leaving Sydney studio after podcast launch disaster Iran releases video of supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei Australian interest in diesel cars dives amid cheap Chinese EV boom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 9 · 12 min
The star who wants to ‘destroy’ Alan Jones
Former broadcaster Ray Hadley will this week enter the witness box to give evidence in the criminal trial of his former close colleague and rival Alan Jones, who’s pleaded not guilty to 22 charges involving sexual contact with young men. Jones’ barrister has already told the trial Hadley wanted to destroy Jones, and he’ll be giving evidence for the Crown. Liam Mendes joins us. Check out The Front in video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Jones accuser lied to his mother, court hears Sordid Alan Jones claims echo around his ears Media Diary: Hadley to face off against Jones in court This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 7 · 16 min
Ariana Grande is vanishing. Are we allowed to have an opinion?
Ariana Grande is a 33-year-old superstar who is vanishing before our eyes. Are we allowed to say that? Is it OK for the rest of us to have opinions about the body of one of the world’s most photographed women? By expressing concern – or something else – about someone who looks so unwell, are we making things worse: projecting our own problems and hang-ups on the most talented among us? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Ariana Grande withdraws from London musical, seeks to 'step back' Commentary by Bianca Farmakis: Ariana Grande is the latest symbol of an issue we still haven’t resolved This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 7 · 2 min
Meta’s billion-dollar court defeat
Meta has been ordered to pay $1.34 billion in penalties for social media harms to children. Plus, a new defence pact has been established against Iran, and significant staff shortages have caused delays at Sydney Airport. Read more: Saudi, Pakistan, Turkey to sign defence pact amid warnings of attacks by Iran proxies Meta ordered to pay $1.34bn to address harm to kids from social media Sydney Airport chaos strands passengers as major airlines face widespread delays See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 6 · 16 min
Why the antisemitism Royal Commission is boiling over
Emotions are running high at the Bondi Beach massacre Royal Commission, with accusations of grandstanding and the pursuit of clickbait - and even the commissioner’s getting fired up. In today’s episode, how one Jewish leader found himself being cross-examined about the actions of Israel at a forum that many thought would be about easing tensions, rather than inflaming them. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Royal Commission: Peak Jewish body slams protest lawyers’ ‘clickbait theatrics’ NSW Premier Chris Minns slams lawyers for ‘disappointing’ royal commission questions Teen misogyny fuels rise in racism and extremism in schools, expert tells royal commission ‘We were the bad guys’: Former neo-Nazi tells royal commission how he was radicalised 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.
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August 6 · 3 min
ABC apologises for Gina Rinehart ‘torture’ skit
The ABC’s managing director Hugh Marks has told Gina Rinehart the broadcaster is sorry for a skit aired in the Race Around The World program on July 12. Plus, experts say Australia should be urgently vaccinating birds and other animals against the H5N1 bird flu, and Geelong’s secret concussion deal with player. Read more: ABC apologises for airing ‘disgusting’ Gina Rinehart video on Race Around the World Our bird flu vaccinations are grounded while Kiwis fly AFL club Geelong strikes secret deal to make player liable for future brain injuries See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 5 · 15 min
The secret deal between fireys and politicians
It’s the bombshell report sending shockwaves through Victorian politics. After an eight-year investigation, findings by Operation Richmond into dealings between the Andrews government and the United Firefighters Union are out in the open. And though no findings of corruption have been made, it’s creating a massive headache for Victoria’s new premier, who’s preparing to hit the campaign trail. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. ‘Serious concerning conduct’: IBAC slams Dan Andrews, his ministers and Peter Marshall over union dealings UFU chief Peter Marshall slams damning IBAC report as ‘creative writing’ ‘C-bombs, f-bombs and secrets’: Inside the backroom deal that landed Dan Andrews and Peter Marshall in IBAC Commentary by Damon Johnston: A 116-page guide to how Dan Andrews stuffed Victoria ‘We are extremely proud of Jane, we miss her every day’; family’s tribute to courageous minister This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 5 · 3 min
Meta losing big money as legal bills stack up
The parent company of Facebook and Instagram has lost billions of dollars in profits as bills from multiple lawsuits stack up. Plus, the government winds back its so-called “widow’s tax”, a new desl to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Jetstar passengers facing a new fee for using overhead lockers, Read more: Meta’s soaring $2.4bn legal bill wipes out profit growth amid multiple lawsuits Labor moves to neutralise ‘widow’s tax’ and testamentary discretionary trust issues US aiming for Hormuz deal on Wednesday: Axios Jetstar to charge passengers for using overhead lockers for carry-on bags See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 4 · 13 min
The little school getting big results the old fashioned way
Multi-lingual migrant students are boosting literacy and numeracy results in schools across Australia. That’s according to the latest results from the National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy, released on Wednesday. Education Editor Natasha Bita unpacks this year’s NAPLAN results – and goes inside one school that’s boosting skills the old-fashioned way. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Bilingual students top the class in surprise NAPLAN results Old-school teaching methods paying off with startling results This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 4 · 2 min
Qantas looks to offshore roles to save on costs
Hundreds of Qantas back office roles could move offshore as the airline scrambles to save on costs. Plus, Acting PM Marles plays down Australia’s property slump, new Victorian Premier Ben Carroll braces for the release of a bombshell anti-corruption report, and Australian cinema sees its second-biggest day in box-office history. Read more: Qantas in talks with Accenture to move hundreds of back office roles overseas Richard Marles downplays $230bn housing slump Bombshell IBAC report on Daniel Andrews-era union scandal set for release Spider-Man and The Odyssey smash records in second-biggest weekend for Australian cinema See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 3 · 13 min
Labor’s property shake-up is going exactly to plan
The Albanese government wanted to turn down the temperature on Australia’s housing market and help young people get a foot on the property ladder. But just months after Labor’s property tax shake-up, home values are crashing, investors are running scared, and taxpayers are underwriting billions of dollars of debt. So, was this all part of the plan? The Australian’s political editor Geoff Chambers is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Sydney and Melbourne lead property slump as investor confidence collapses High earners flood first-home buyer scheme after Labor axes income caps ‘Two years to sell or face 10 years’ jail’: One Nation housing plan update clarifies non-permanent residents Commentary by Geoff Chambers: Labor plays roulette with fragile housing market This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet with assistance from Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and our team includes Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 3 · 3 min
The team One Nation thinks can win the Victorian election
One Nation has unveiled the team that will take on Labor and the Liberals at the Victorian state election in November. Plus, Alan Jones’ trial gets underway in Sydney, two die in a Greek helicopter crash, and Delta Goodrem closes the Commonwealth Games in style. Read more: One Nation bans ABC, The Guardian as Victorian team unveiled Alleged assaults detailed as blockbuster Alan Jones trial begins in Sydney Queensland fire helicopter explodes after deadly mid-air collision kills two ‘Alive and kicking’ Glasgow Games conclude with spectacular party ‘You know you just never give up’: Australian marvel, 76, wins gold in dramatic lawn bowls final See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 2 · 16 min
The trial of Alan Jones
He was once the most-powerful man in Australian broadcasting. Now, Alan Jones will defend himself in court against accusations of indecent assault and sexual touching dating back decades – allegations he strenuously denies. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. 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.
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July 31 · 16 min
You’re not dreamin’ – The Castle is coming to the stage
It’s the endlessly quotable film that captured Australia’s soul almost 30 years ago – and, now, The Castle is hoping to capture the hearts of a new generation. The Kerrigan family’s fight for their beloved home is coming to the stage in a new play from The Castle’s creators. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Iconic Australian film The Castle to be revived as a major stage play 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.
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July 31 · 2 min
Hamas to ‘disarm’ under new peace deal
Hamas militants and other Palestinian militias will purportedly lay down their arms under a deal designed to bring peace to the Middle East. Plus, runner Rose Davies makes history in Glasgow and Conroy clarifies his US subs comments. Read more: ‘Monumental step’ says Trump as Hamas agrees to disarm Rose Davies wins 5000m in thrilling finish, cyclists come to gold medal party Conroy scrambles to clarify AUKUS plan after calling time on US subs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 30 · 12 min
Domino’s losing dough after gangbusters growth
Pizza chain Domino’s will close as many as 60 stores – half of them in Australia and New Zealand – after posting its biggest loss in decades. Investors are focusing on the positives, prompting a share price jump. But Domino’s is far from out of the woods, as skyrocketing inflation and some risky business decisions bite. So, can the servers of super-cheap pizza bounce back? Senior Business Reporter Eli Greenblat is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Domino’s Pizza hit by $300m impairment as global expansion plan backfires This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and our team includes, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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