The Splash

James Campbell and Shannon Deery discuss the ALP's chances in November, as well as the Nats' country stronghold under threat.

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Herald Sun politics journalists James Campbell and Shannon Deery discuss One Nation controversies and our dangerous roads.

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James Campbell and Shannon Deery discuss the latest news from the election campaign including the Libs' push for hybrid trains.

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James Campbell and Shannon Deery talk the Libs' new plan-on-a-page, Melbourne's nervous legal establishment and more.

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James Campbell breaks into your regularly-scheduled podcast with analysis of the SRL secret tax with Major Projects Editor Matt Johnston.

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The Splash feed returns ahead of Victoria’s state election. Join James Campbell and Shannon Deery for the latest in Victoria state politics.

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As the tech giant takes the extraordinary step of stopping news being posted to its platform, Tom Minear talks through the issue and the government response.

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Health editor Grant McArthur joins the show to answer the question - did we need the five day lockdown?

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There was a hint of optimism in the daily coronavirus press conference yesterday. James Campbell and Alex White were there. They discuss the latest in lockdowns, the government response and more.

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Tom Minear joins the show to outline a new survey that shows many Australians are wary of the COVID vaccine. Meanwhile Shannon Deery outlines a day at the Dan press conference.- 

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison sat down with the Herald Sun's Tom Minear to talk COVID, the recovery, China and whispers of an early election.

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Contact tracing is under the spotlight as Melbourne grapples with outbreak fears. Tom Minear joins the show to discuss

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Eddie McGuire has announced his presidency of the Collingwood Football Club is over. Football writer Mick Warner discusses how it's come to this and where to from here

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A second hotel quarantine worker has tested positive for coronavirus in Victoria. Kieran Rooney joins the show to discuss the implications for the system and the state.

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Health reporter Sue Dunlevy joins the show to report on a rise in prescriptions being written for children. Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 available 24/7 Text 0477 13 11 14 Chat online lifelife.org.au 7pm-midnight Text 0477 13 11 14 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 Kidshelpline.com.au Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 24/7 Chat online Beyondblue.org.au 3pm-midnight SuicideLine - 1300 651 251 Suicide Call Back Service - 1300 659 467

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As Victoria grapples with the spectre of another outbreak, political reporter Kieran Rooney joins the show to discuss what we know about the latest COVID quarantine scare.

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Health authorities are on alert after the virulent UK strain of the coronavirus reportedly jumped between quarantine hotel rooms. Kieran Rooney joins the show with more. Meanwhile Tom Minear outlines potential changes to the JobSeeker program.

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State politics reporter Kieran Rooney joins the show to go through the government plan to extend the state of emergency.

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Mick Warner, the journalist who broke  the story of the footy club’s secret report speaks with James Campbell about the findings and the fallout.

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Political eyes have turned to Canberra both to see the leader of the opposition's reshuffle, and for COVID vaccine makers to explain the rollout of the jab.

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As kids start to head back to school, state politics editor Shannon Deery joins the show to discuss the issues around covid and the classroom

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Susie O'Brien joins the show to outline concerning new data about Melbourne's childcare industry. Meanwhile Tom Minear discusses the political debates around Australia Day.

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News Corp health reporter Sue Dunlevy joins the show to discuss the rollout of the Coronavirus vaccine in Australia.

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Federal politics editor Tom Minear joins James Campbell to discuss the latest in the ongoing Australia Post saga, and we hear about Labor’s latest pains

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In the final episode of 2020, the state government has boosted the number of people allowed to attend the Boxing Day Test, but  many fans will miss out. State politics editor Shannon Deery with more.

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It could be a bleak Christmas for workers at the city's troubled tunnel project as jobs are set go because of delays that have plagued the construction. Matt Johnston joins the show with more. 

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Efforts to solve the toxic soil problem that has delayed the West Gate Tunnel have been thrown into turmoil.  Kieran Rooney with more.

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One of Australia's energy retailers is set to cut electricity prices in the New Year. Federal politics editor Tom Minear explains what Victorian consumers will save. Meanwhile James Campbell outlines turbulent times for the state Liberal party.

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It’s news Melbourne and Victoria have been waiting for: greater easing of restrictions. Kieran Rooney was at the press conference. Meanwhile Tamsin Rose reports on concern over two German travellers who were not put in hotel quarantine.

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Teachers who work at disadvantaged schools have been given bonuses. Alex White joins the show to explain. Meanwhile Alannah Frost joins to outline the latest news from the Point Cook blaze that claimed three lives.

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New South Wales has lifted more COVID restrictions while Victorians wait for the state government to announce more freedoms. Shannon Deery joins the show with more. Get the latest on these stories and more at https://www.heraldsun.com.au

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Hundreds of extra services and discount fares are among the changes in a massive shake-up of the city’s train network. Kieran Rooney with more. Get more information about aall the stories in this episode from heraldsun.com.au

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Victoria Police will set up a new taskforce in response to the findings from the Lawyer X royal commission. Genevive Alison has the details. Get the latest news at heraldsun.com.au

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Today's the day that CBD traders have been waiting for, as business starts bringing back its city workforce. Genevieve Alison joins the show to talk about what we can expect.

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Victorians face regional rail chaos in the lead up to Christmas after the industrial umpire gave the green light to work bans stopping maintenance on ­V/Line trains from the middle of next week. Kieran Rooney and James Campbell discuss

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The state government is under fire over transparency of their budget costings. Shannon Deery with more. Meanwhile Aneeka Simonis outlines a day in court for Mongols bikie boss Toby Mitchell.

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James Campbell talks with Herald Sun reporters as they react to the State Government's 2020 budget, handed down yesterday. Find out what it means for you.

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The government has flagged a massive investment in a new city medical precinct to allow the redevelopment of the Royal Melbourne hospital. Health editor Grant McArthur has more.

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How long a coronavirus vaccine will last has been a vexed question since the pandemic broke out. Now Melbourne scientists may have an answer. Health editor Grant McArthur has the details. Plus he and Tamsin Rose outline changes to restrictions and border openings.

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Defence Chief Angus Campbell has revealed how Australian Special Forces soldiers were allegedly involved in the unlawful killing of 39 people. News Corp's Charles Miranda has covered the story extensively and sits down with James to talk through the findings.

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VICTORIA’S rural ambulance service is at breaking point with crews being diverted from Melbourne to country Victoria to deal with the caseload, paramedics have warned. State politics editor Shannon Deery joins with more

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Victorians jumping back into life after spending months inactive during COVID-19 lockdowns may be leading to an alarming increase in heart ­attacks, breathing difficulties and other serious illnesses. Health editor Grant McArthur joins with more. 

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Tributes are flowing for Mernda woman Celeste Manno who was found dead in her home yesterday. Crime reporter Aneeka Simonis with more. Meanwhile state politics editor Shannon Deery joins the show to talk about COVID in Adelaide and the implications for Victoria.

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Melburnians can look forward to a big summer of tennis, as the Australian Open's lead up events are relocating to Melbourne. And fans could even be courtside to see the action. Peter Rolfe joins the show to explain. Michael Warner looks at AFL rule and draft changes, and Tamsin Rose brings news of the Prime Minister coming to Melbourne. 

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PM Scott Morrison is setting up a special prosecutor to investigate allegations made against Australian Special Forces soldiers in Afghanistan. Federal politics editor Tom Minear has more.

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Victorian medical researchers  are starting trials into a drug  that could virtually do away with insulin injections. Health editor Grant McArthur Joins the show with more. Meanwhile Alex White outlines what's bound to be a controversial plan on personalised number plates.

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The conviction of Jason Roberts over the Silk-Miller police murders has been sensationally quashed and a retrial ordered. Herald Sun investigative journalist Anthony Dowsley joins the show with more.

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As many Melburnians get ready to get back on the road after lockdown, Wes Hosking has some news about the city's speed cameras.

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The state government has announced more easing of restrictions. Alex White was at the press conference. Meanwhile  new polling has come out on how Dan Andrews is going. Tom Minear also  joins to talk about how a Joe Biden presidency will affect Australia.

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James Campbell is joined by The Australian's Greg Sheridan to talk about the ongoing race for the White House.

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President Trump and Former Vice President Joe Biden were counting the votes last night. Herald Sun Columnist Rita Panahi joins James from New York to discuss. Meanwhile Tamsin Rose has more news about a COVID vaccine, and how Canberra sees the US poll.

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Senior Herald Sun writer Patrick Carlyon was one of the few people to see the Cup live at Flemington. He talks with James Campbell about the day. Meanwhile business columnist Terry McCrann dissects yesterday's rate cut and today's US election.

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New laws to stop gangland crooks like Tony Mokbel getting back millions of dollars in seized assets even if their convictions are overturned are being considered. Anthony Dowsley has the details.

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Thousands of jobs and $800 million would be stripped from the country’s economy if Victoria’s aluminium smelter shuts, as deals to secure its operations hang in the balance. Investigations editor Matt Johnston joins the show with more.

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Melbourne scientists have created a world first brain implant that allows people with spinal injuries  control devices with their thoughts. Grant McArthur explains. 

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The Premier today announced more details of the city’s easing of restrictions. Shannon Deery brings  details, as well as news of a new skirmish with the former health minister

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