The Front

The Australian

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.

To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store.

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May 24, 2023 · 12 min
What Stan Grant’s departure says about our public discourse
ABC bosses admitted they were slow to act on racist abuse of Stan Grant. We unpack what happens when social media and news reporting meet. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2023 · 12 min
Holiday-home tax to pay off Dan Andrews’ Covid debt
Covid left Victorians a $31b debt hangover, and while the Opposition busies itself with infighting, Premier Dan Andrews hunts for savings. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2023 · 10 min
Top cop’s doubts laid bare in Lehrmann inquiry
A senior officer’s explosive evidence has further exposed the deep rift between Police and the ACT’s Director of Public Prosecutions. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21, 2023 · 13 min
Australia gets a slice of Washington’s clean energy pie
A new deal that will see Australian companies take a slice of Washington’s $369bn Inflation Reduction Act. Our expert breaks the deal down. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2023 · 15 min
So are Shadow of Doubt parents guilty or not?
Journalist Richard Guilliatt reveals what he believes after years investigating a family sex-abuse nightmare for top-rating podcast Shadow of Doubt. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Joshua Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 17, 2023 · 11 min
Something’s rotten in our recycling system
Australia’s recycling system is buckling under ever-increasing demand – and we’re still making our waste someone else’s problem. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2023 · 13 min
DNA lab’s ‘Disney villain’ is still fighting for her job
The former manager of Queensland’s troubled DNA lab is still in a job almost six months after its catastrophic failings were exposed. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2023 · 11 min
Who decides if a national park is sacred?
Rock-climbers, bushwalkers and traditional custodians: the messy clash of cultures when parks like Wollumbin get locked up. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 14, 2023 · 11 min
Something isn’t adding up in our schools
A new government report has exposed systemic failings in Australia’s school system. Experts say going back to basics could solve them. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 11, 2023 · 12 min
Shane Drumgold vs. everyone
The Brittany Higgins drama keeps rolling, as ACT DPP Shane Drumgold rains bombshells at a sensational Board of Inquiry hearing. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 10, 2023 · 11 min
What the budget says about the government – and the PM
There’s a lot to be gleaned about the government – and the Prime Minister – from the way it spends its money. Expert Dennis Shanahan explains. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 9, 2023 · 14 min
Can Labor live up to the Budget’s big dreams?
Political guru Paul Kelly’ leads our analysis of a Budget that shakes up bulk billing, welfare, energy and family budgets -- so can Labor change to match? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 9, 2023 · 7 min
Lucky Jim’s budget: our snap analysis
All the news from Jim Chalmers’ budget, with a big improvement in the forecasts, a mini-surplus -- and a risk of waking the inflation dragon. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 8, 2023 · 11 min
Infighting, Lehrmann, and Logies: Day one of the Sofronoff inquiry
An inquiry into the ACT’s criminal justice system is underway. Day one delivered drama and a surprise appearance by Bruce Lehrmann. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 7, 2023 · 11 min
Can the working from home egg be unscrambled?
Business leaders are pulling out all the stops to entice employees back to the office. But do they risk losing talent to get bums in seats? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 6, 2023 · 14 min
Inside the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Happy and glorious - a new King of Australia is crowned, with the love of his life by his side. A special bonus episode live from the Coronation. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 4, 2023 · 12 min
Why croissants are the new cocktails
A flaky, crusty baking economy is burgeoning across Australia - and it’s even threatening to topple the pub crawl. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 3, 2023 · 10 min
Can we fix aged care for the rock ‘n’ roll generation?
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has revealed aged care will receive the biggest boost of any sector in the May 9 budget. Is it enough to save it? Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 2, 2023 · 13 min
Is a vape crackdown bad news for Big Tobacco?
Our experts weigh in on whether the government’s crackdown will keep vapes out of kids’ hands and put Big Tobacco in its place. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 1, 2023 · 10 min
Kurt Fearnley’s vision for the NDIS
Newly minted NDIA chair Kurt Fearnley gives his first interview about how the NDIS should be funded – and what it should pay for. Find out more about The Front podcast here and read about this story and more on The Australian's website or search for The Australian in your app store. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Jasper Leak. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music composed by Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.