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April 24 · 4 min
Trump v Harry: President says prince ‘isn’t speaking for the UK’
Donald Trump responded to remarks by Prince Harry calling on America to “honour its international treaty obligations” in Ukraine. Plus, Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson await judge’s decision on trial timing, and more diesel secured for Australia. Read more: Harry angers Trump days before Charles visits the US Kyle Sandilands’ behaviour ‘not nice’ but what ARN paid for, court told Another 100m litres of diesel secured under new reserve powers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 23 · 14 min
Why Albo won’t be doing a gas tax
It’s the big idea of the moment - a gas tax to pay for big public costs like the NDIS. But - as Kevin Rudd found out - flashy new resource taxes are very risky, and this one would undermine Anthony Albanese’s attempts to shore up our fuel supplies. Associate Editor Eric Johnston is here. 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 Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 23 · 2 min
Trump ‘never asked’ for Australia’s help: Albo
Anthony Albanese has slapped down Donald Trump’s claim Australia failed to assist the United States in the Strait of Hormuz. Plus, the annual general meeting of energy giant Woodside descended into chaos and confusion, after a group of protesters crashed an address given by Chief Executive Liz Westcott - and Microsoft boss’ Australian AI ambitions. Read more: PM confirms fuel supplies remain secure; Pentagon warns mine-clearing could take six months Protesters storm stage to disrupt Woodside AGM and new CEO’s appearance Microsoft boss Satya Nadella unleashes $25bn supercomputing blitz in Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 22 · 15 min
Who’ll be first to get booted from the NDIS?
160,000 people will be kicked off the National Disability Insurance Scheme in a crackdown the Government says is essential to fix a chaotic free-for-all criminal magnet. But can Labor get this reform through Parliament? And how do we look after the most vulnerable while stopping the rot? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Disability groups, business seek more details about NDIS overhaul ‘We got it wrong’ Labor $1bn change to contentious home-care policy Western Sydney confirmed as Australia’s epicentre for NDIS fraud and misconduct The scammers, thieves, and abusers uncovered working inside $50bn NDIS as crackdown reveals system failures 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 22 · 4 min
Sandilands’ on-air spray at ARN exec
Sacked radio host Kyle Sandilands claimed an executive of the ARN radio network would be, quote, “gone in eight months” in an explosive on-air rant. Plus, Sir Keir Starmers MPs distance themselves over Mandelson scandal. Read more: Shock jock Kyle Sandilands launched explosive spray at boss Allies distance themselves from Starmer as scandal grows NDIS overhaul: All NDIS participants to be reassessed with Labor to slash scheme by 160,000 people See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 21 · 16 min
The kids’ video games inspired by ISIS and Nazis
If you have kids in your life, they’re playing Roblox - and they’ve probably been exposed to contact with strangers, ultra-violent material and maybe content that glorifies the Nazis and ISIS. Today - the federal Government’s launching a war on Roblox, Minecraft, Fortnite and Steam to force them to protect children. 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.
April 21 · 3 min
Trans doctor at centre of UK legal stoush registered as ‘female’ in NSW
A transgender doctor at the centre of a costly legal battle in the UK has been registered as female by Australia’s medical regulator. Plus, Xi Jinping calls for passage through Strait of Hormuz to be restored and Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO. Read more: Trans doctor Beth Upton at centre of UK dispute now working in Australia China's Xi calls for normal Hormuz passage Vance set to depart for talks as Iranians stall: report Apple hardware executive John Ternus to become CEO after Tim Cook steps down See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 20 · 3 min
Jordan Peterson’s ‘catastrophic’ injury from psychiatric drugs
A world-famous academic disappears from public life - and Jordan Peterson’s daughter revealed has a "catastrophic" neurological injury. Plus, Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns that Australia's economy is now "hostage" to decisions made by the White House and Tehran, and Barnaby Joyce brushes off One Nation’s Newspoll slump. Read more: Jordan Peterson’s daughter reveals psychologist has ‘catastrophic’ medication-related neurological injury Australia ‘hostage’ to US-Iran war with potentially ‘severe’ consequences, warns Jim Chalmers Sean Black saga to blame for One Nation’s stumble in polls: Barnaby Joyce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 19 · 17 min
The beloved Australian treats getting jammed
Beloved Australian ginger beer maker Bundaberg Brewed Drinks is watching costs soar thanks to the Iran war, and - like many suppliers - it’s being told by Woolworths it can’t raise shelf prices. Coles is offering struggling dairy farmers extra payments, but the regulator is breathing down both supermarkets’ necks. Someone has to pay - is it going to be shoppers? Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Australian suppliers warn of collapse as they push Coles, Woolworths for price rises Woolworths tells suppliers price hikes are not the answer as requests roll in 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.
April 17 · 12 min
Russell Crowe brings out the Beast
Beast - the new MMA melodrama co-written by Russell Crowe that grabbed our film critic Nikki Gemmell “by the balls” is a wild Port Kembla ride. With plenty of biff and a big heart, Beast is part of a promising new chapter in Australian film. 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 hosted by Claire Harvey and co-produced with Jasper Leak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 17 · 4 min
Ben Roberts-Smith bailed in Sydney
Ben Roberts-Smith will walk free from Sydney’s Silverwater prison on Friday afternoon, after he was granted bail at the Downing Centre Local Court. Plus, leaders meet to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and Federal police up charges against a Sydney childcare worker. Read more: Ben Roberts-Smith wins freedom ahead of war crimes trial Starmer and Macron to lead talks on Strait of Hormuz War 'going swimmingly', should be 'ending soon': Trump Lebanon accuses Israel of breaking ceasefire: report ‘Worst nightmare’: 137 abuse charges hit Sydney childcare worker See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 16 · 13 min
How oil from Iran and Russia gets into our fragile fuel supply chain
As a spectacular refinery fire heaps pressure on the Government to amp up its emergency fuel response, we take a close look at the complex, shaky global supply chain that passes through some very unsavoury places on its way to the Asian refineries that provide most of our petrol, diesel and aviation fuel. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Viva Energy refinery blaze threatens to disrupt national fuel supply Geelong refinery fire exposes critical weakness in Australia’s fuel security 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 16 · 5 min
Refinery blaze threatens fragile fuel supply
Australia’s fuel supply could be disrupted for months after a blaze erupted at one of the nation’s two domestic oil refineries. Plus, the Albanese government secures diesel shipments, Iran’s new Red Sea threat, and NSW’s highest court strikes down post-Bondi protest laws. Read more: Viva Energy refinery blaze threatens to disrupt national fuel supply Acrid smell of gas and oil: Inside the Viva energy hub explosions Viva refinery fire threatens Australian Defence Force fuel and anti-sniffing petrol supply Albanese reveals Asian diesel commitment Tehran threatens global oil shock as US naval blockade tightens Post-Bondi protest laws struck down by court See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 15 · 11 min
Sussex Inc: The money-making ‘Royal Tour’ cashes in
The Queen said a firm ‘no’ to Meghan and Harry’s half-in, half-out royal-commercial model. They’re doing it anyway, with yoga, a Masterchef appearance, and speeches about ‘leading with vulnerability. Plus, why journalists were rejected from Meghan’s ‘girls’ retreat’ in Sydney. Associate editor Jenna Clarke joins us. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Vintage Prince Harry reminds us who the real star of the Sussex show is Harry and Meghan begin Australia tour with warm welcome in Melbourne Harry and Meghan down under put Hyacinth Bucket to shame ‘Don’t wait until you’re lying on the floor’; Harry’s advice to new dads 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 15 · 4 min
Rinehart, Rio Tinto ordered to pay millions in royalties
Australia’s richest person, Gina Rinehart, has been ordered to pay hundreds of millions of dollars to her father’s former business associates. Mining giant Rio Tinto was also ordered to pay royalties from the Hope Downs iron ore deposits, as well interest and legal costs, to Wright Prospecting and DFD Rhodes. In a statement, Hancock Prospecting Executive Director Jay Newby said the company “welcomes the WA Supreme Court decision which decisively confirms HPPL’s rightful ownership of these tenements firmly rejecting the baseless ownership claims of John [Hancock], Bianca [Rinehart] and Wright Prospecting Pty Ltd in their entirety”. Gina Rinehart’s children, John Hancock and Bianca Rinehart, sought shares in the multibillion-dollar East Angleas iron ore deposits. “The court found that these tenements belong to HPPL exclusively,” Newby said. Plus, police investigate Katy Perry sexual assault allegations, and the US Navy intercepts tankers near Iran. Read more: Gina Rinehart ordered to pay hundreds of millions in royalties in landmark decision Katy Perry being investigated by Victoria Police over Ruby Rose sex assault claim US intercepts eight tankers trying to leave Iranian ports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 14 · 15 min
‘Admiral Hollywood’ and Australia’s giant military shakeup
Straight-talking new defence boss Mark Hammond got his start scrubbing decks as a junior sailor in the Royal Australian Navy - and now faces the huge challenge ahead: getting Australia’s military ready for the new age of asymmetrical warfare focused on drones. Foreign Affairs and Defence Correspondent Ben Packham is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. ‘Hollywood Hammond’ warned of war, now he’s ADF chief ALP learns war lessons: extra billions for drones 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 14 · 3 min
Qantas to slash flights and lift prices
Qantas is slashing flights and lifting prices, and will suspend several regional routes - in its response to the fuel crisis triggered by the war in Iran. Plus, Iran’s nuclear offer, and Harry and Meghan arrive in Melbourne. Read more: Qantas braces for $500m profit hit as soaring fuel prices force flight cuts Iran offered five-year nuclear pause, US wanted 20: report Harry and Meghan touch down in Melbourne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 13 · 14 min
Gout Gout: the teenager thriving on our unrealistic expectations
He runs 19.67 in the 200m and is two years ahead of schedule for Olympic glory - and Queensland sprint star Gout Gout, who’s only just finished high school, is honing his skill for bouncing back from knocks. Sportswriter Will Swanton is here to discuss why this teenage hope-of-the-nation is loving the pressure. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. ‘Yeah, baby! Let’s go!’ Gout delivers the masterpiece we’ve all waited for 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.
April 13 · 3 min
We're ready for the Gulf, says new defence boss
Anthony Albanese announced Vice Admiral Mark Hammond as Chief of the Defence Force, and Hammond said the Navy is ready and able to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz if requested by the United States. Read more: Anthony Albanese appoints Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, as new defence chief Warships await strait’s battle of the blockades Trump blasts Pope, NATO, says Iran 'in very bad shape' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 12 · 17 min
Jackie O’s claim - and why Chris Bowen fell into Liam Bartlett’s trap
Busted-up radio duo Kyle and Jackie O will appear in court on the same day, Steve Jackson reveals today. Plus, how Seven’s Liam Bartlett successfully got cranky Energy Minister Chris Bowen dancing to his tune. Jacko is with us for all the latest Media Diary news. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel. Jackie O claims bosses ignored her cries for help Which Nine stars will follow Stefanovic to ARN? 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.