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- 27635 - The Dreggs release debut album with acoustic cover of 'Look To The Stars'
Australian indie-folk band The Dreggs are known for their electric live performances and sing-a-longs. Today, they release their debut album 'Caught In A Reverie' and are celebrating with a short album launch tour, followed by an Australian and New Zealand tour kicking off in June. Guests: Paddy Macrae and Zane Harris
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27634 - Legal row between Elon Musk and e-Safety Commissioner continues
The dispute between Australia's eSafety Commissioner and social media platform owner Elon Musk is set to continue, after the Federal Court rolled over an injunction yesterday. At the centre of the row is Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel who was stabbed while giving a sermon in his church in western Sydney last week.The Federal Court has been told by X's legal team, the Bishop wants the footage to remain online. Guest:Professor Jeannie Paterson, Co-Director for the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics at the University of Melbourne
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27633 - Are Veterans receiving the support they need?
Thousands of service men and women are gathering this morning to commemorate the ANZACS. ANZAC day is about remembering their sacrifices and helping the men and women who have served since, as rates of suicide among veterans remains too high, and the Royal Commission into those deaths prepares to hand down its findings later this year. Guest: Matt Keogh, Minister for Veterans Affairs and Defence Personnel
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27632 - Thousands of lost letters from Anzacs now digitised
Fragile letters and diaries written by Anzac soldiers at Gallipoli have sat largely unread for decades, in Australia's War Memorial, until now. Researchers are digitising thousands of hand-written letters and diary entries and are hoping to find new links to those who fought on the front lines. Guest: Robyn Van Dyk, head of research at the Australian War Memorial
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 10min - 27631 - Three million Australians hit with HECS debt hike
For the nearly three million Australians with higher education scheme debts hanging over their heads, the latest quarterly inflation figures are bittersweet. HECS debts are indexed each year in line with inflation, and this year it's been calculated to 4.7 per cent based on March Consumer Price Index figures. This debt hike will hit hard given many are already struggling with high cost of living pressures. Guest: Andrew Norton, Professor in Higher Education Policy, Australian National University
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 10min - 27630 - Rosie Batty warns tightening bail laws doesn't guarantee safety
The NSW government is reviewing bail laws and domestic violence protection measures in the wake of the alleged murder of Molly Ticehurst. Former Australian of the Year Rosie Batty has long been a strong voice on family violence prevention, she told RN Breakfast the "onus of safety is still rests on the victim", but warns victims are "only truly safe if the perpetrator decides to no longer be abusive and violent". She says tightening bail laws and adjusting the justice response doesn't necessarily guarantee safety. Guest: Rosie Batty, family violence prevention advocate and speaker, and former Australian of the Year
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27629 - Inflation figures and Elon vs the Government - Politics with Jacob Greber
The government says inflation has now almost halved since they were elected and the drop shows their policies are working. But analysts were expecting inflation to drop further in the March quarter than it did are these numbers good politically for the government? Senior Correspondent with the Australian Financial Review Jacob Greber joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: Jacob Greber
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27628 - The layered meaning of ANZAC day for veterans
In the build up to ANZAC Day, we've had grand announcements about weapons of the future, of geopolitical strategy, and speeches by politicians hailing the Defence Forces. But it's easy to lose sight of the deep and sometimes conflicting emotions this day can bring for so many people who have served in the military or have family members who have. Three veterans share their thoughts about this national day of remembrance. Guests: Jon Lane is Chair of the Military, Veterans' and Emergency Services Personnel Mental Health Network at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Michaela Gilewicz, is a former member of the ADF and also an Invictus Games athlete Gary Myors joined the Navy at 15, and served in the Vietnam war
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 11min - 27627 - What do the latest inflation numbers mean for households and the budget?
Higher than inspected inflation figures released yesterday show the cost of living crisis is continuing to bite.
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 13min - 27626 - UK announces first flights to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda
The UK government's controversial Rwanda Bill passed through parliament this week and British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak has already announced the first flights to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda will take off in 10 to 12 weeks. On the panel set up to oversee the UK's plan to send migrants to Rwanda is former Australian foreign minister, Alexander Downer. He says he's one of the few people who have visited both Naru and Rwanda - and says conditions in Rwanda are certainly adequate and make it an "appropriate place" for processing. Guest: Alexander Downer, former Australian foreign minister
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 10min - 27625 - Pro-Palestine protesters at Columbia Uni ignore deadline to disband
Pro-Palestine protests have been taking hold at university campuses across America.Yesterday, students at Columbia University, where the movement first started, were given a deadline to dismantle their encampment by the university's president. The deadline has now been extended as protesters refuse to back down so what can we expect next? Guest: Bassam Khawaja, Supervising Attorney and Lecturer in Law at the Smith Family Human Rights Clinic, at Columbia Law School
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27624 - Gaza mass graves: UN calls for independent investigation
Horrific and incredibly troubling. That's how the discovery of mass graves near two hospitals in Gaza has been described by the UN High Commissioner and the US State Department. Palestinian authorities say hundreds of bodies - some covered in waste, some with hands tied, and some stripped of clothes - have been found.The UN's High Commisioner Volker Turk wants an independent investigation - Israel's military says claims it created the mass graves are baseless. Guest:Professor Ghassan Abu-Sittah, plastic and reconstructive surgeon who worked in Gaza at the Al Shifa hospital following the October 7 attack, now rector at Glasgow University
Thu, 25 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27623 - Irish musical comedian David O'Doherty heads off on Australian tour
Fresh from his stint at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Irish comedian David O'Doherty is heading to Sydney, Brisbane and Perth with his trusty keyboard. Infusing songs into his comedy sets, David O'Doherty stopped by the RN Breakfast studio to perform a song dedicated to his parents. Guest: David O'Doherty
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27622 - Large fire ant discovery in the Murray Darling Basin
A large number of fire ants have been found on defence land in the Murray Darling Basin. Due to the size of the discovery, experts believe the outbreak has gone undetected for some time and there's concern about what this means for Australia's national eradication program.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27621 - Greens Senator backs Sydney Uni pro-Palestine protest
As pro-Palestinian protests at America's University of Columbia enter their seventh day, Australian students are following suit. Students at Sydney University are currently protesting on the campus, opposing what they claim are the university's ties to Israel. Federal Greens Senator David Shoebridge has attended the protest and is supporting the students. Guest:David Shoebridge, Greens Senator
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27620 - Elon Musk in the hotseat as Tesla and X under fire
Entrepreneur Elon Musk is making news for all the wrong reasons this week. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has labelled Musk an "arrogant billionaire who thinks he is above the law" while Tesla's share price has tanked, Cybertrucks have been recalled due to dangerous malfunctions and global EV sales have dropped. Guest: Stephen Bartholomeusz, Sydney Morning Herald, Journalist
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27619 - What would a 'circular economy' look like in Australia?
For government and businesses there's currently no model, framework or incentive to reduce, reuse and recycle, and create a "circular economy". Last year the government created the Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group and today it hands down its interim report with recommendations on how to formalise a circular economy in Australia. Guest: Professor John Thwaites, Chair, Circular Economy Ministerial Advisory Group
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27618 - Molly Ticehurst's murder prompts NSW review
Molly Ticehurst was found dead in the early hours of Monday morning and her former partner, Daniel Billings, has been charged with her murder. It has been revealed that at the time of the alleged murder, Billings was on bail for rape and stalking charges against Ms Ticehurst. The NSW government is expected to announce details of an urgent review examining the circumstances leading to Billings being granted bail. Guest: Angela Lynch, sexual violence and domestic and family violence prevention advocate
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 10min - 27617 - 'Devastated':Victoria backflips on second injecting room
Four-years ago, then-Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews promised Melbourne a second medically supervised injecting room, such was the demand for the city's first facility. But that promise has now been broken by his successor Jacinta Allan - despite two Government commissioned reports recommending a new facility and years of work looking to establish a suitable site.But drug experts warn walking away from the injecting room sends a worrying message of conservatism across the country. Guest: Dr Marianne Jauncey, Medical Director at Sydney Medically Supervised Injecting Centre in King's Cross
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27616 - Politics with David Crowe
The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age David Crowe joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Crowe
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 03min - 27615 - Government's battle with X over stabbing video intensifies
A video ban has turned into a global battle between the Australian government and Elon Musk. The Federal e-Safety commissioner is seeking to permanently remove the video of the Sydney church stabbing from X after a court injunction ordered the social media platform to take down the video for two days. Guest: Michelle Rowland, Communications Minister
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 14min - 27614 - Atlassian scraps meetings to get more work done
Atlassian's co-founder Scott Farquhar has released new data showing the company has saved 3.75 million minutes by scrapping unnecessary meetings since acquiring video company Loom for $1.5bn last October. So, how does Atlassian work out which meetings are actually worth having? Guest: Dom Price, Work Futurist, Atlassian
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27613 - North Koreans secretly working on major TV shows
Researchers say North Koreans have secretly animated major TV shows for streaming services including Amazon. Cybersecurity experts say a server provided a glimpse into one of the ways the Hermit Kingdom evades international sanctions.Spokespeople for the streaming services say they do not work with North Korean companies and are investigating. Guest Martyn Williams is a senior fellow at the Stimson Center think tank's North Korea–focused 38 North Project.
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27612 - Rocket and drone attacks on US bases in Syria and Iraq
Two U.S bases - one in Syria and one in Iraq - have faced separate rocket and drone attacks in the space of 24 hours. It's the first time American military bases in the region have been targeted after a near-three month pause from Iranian-backed militias. Guest: Farhad Alaaldin, Foreign Affairs Advisor to Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27611 - UK passes controversial bill to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda
More than two years after it was first announced, the UK government's plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda has passed through parliament, after a marathon late-night session. The new legislation could mean the first flights to deport migrants could take off within days. The bill's passage comes as five people - including a child - died as they tried crossing the English Channel from Germany. Guest: Lord David Anderson, British barrister and life peer
Wed, 24 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27610 - 'Icons' Anthony Callea, Tim Campbell take on George Michael, Elton John
They're two of Australia's favourite performers, and now Anthony Callea and Tim Campbell are taking on two of the greatest artists of all time.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 10min - 27609 - Writers' festivals fight to uphold free speech
Writers' festivals traditionally have been celebrated as forums of free speech and democratic debate. But in our fraught geopolitical and cultural climate is civilised and open public discourse under threat? Guest: Corrie Perkin, Journalist and Director of the Sorrento Writers Festival
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27608 - True-crime documentary 'The Jinx' returns for second season - TV with Wenlei Ma
In 2015, real estate heir Robert Durst was caught on a hot mic, seemingly confessing to three murders he had, to the point, gotten away with. Those five words, "killed them all, of course" were captured when he agreed to participate in a documentary series called The Jinx. It was a sensation, and after nine years, the filmmakers have returned with a follow-up, asking, what happened next? Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RECOMMENDATIONS/MENTIONS: - The Big Door Prize S2 - Deadboy Detectives - Thank You, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story - Knuckles
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 04min - 27607 - Pocock and Lambie put housing reforms back on the table
Housing is one of the single biggest issues for Australians right now as many struggle to find or keep a roof over their head.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 14min - 27606 - Combatting suicide rates in Indigenous youths and e-Safety Commissioner takes on Elon Musk - Politics with Karen Middleton
We've seen such a tragic death in Western Australia. It's clear the targets for preventing suicide and reducing out-of-home care for First Nations people are going backwards. What's the government doing now since the Voice was defeated to close the gap? Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 27605 - 'More questions than answers': Chinese Swimming Scandal fallout continues
The swimming world has been reacting to the news that 23 Chinese swimmers had tested positive for a banned drug before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. The World Anti-doping Agency has continued to defend its decision, but how does this case compare with previous Games, where athletes have been found to have banned substances in their system?
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27604 - World Anti-Doping Agency defends itself and Kalyn Ponga to miss State of Origin - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
In swimming, despite the mounting criticism, the World Anti-Doping Agency continues to defend the way it handled the positive findings for 23 Chinese swimmers. While in rugby league, Kalyn Ponga will miss the State of Origin series after surgery on his injured foot. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27603 - Linda Burney: Death of 10-year-old by suicide 'devastating'
The devastating death of a young 10-year-old Aboriginal boy, who died by suicide has many demanding answers. But data from the Closing the Gap targets show the underlying issues aren't improving. Linda Burney, Minister for Indigenous Australians says there "needs to be a greater focus on prevention", rather than waiting until a family gets to the "end of the cliff and having an ambulance at the bottom." Guest: Linda Burney, Minister for Indigenous Australians
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 12min - 27602 - Helping veterans find purpose after military service
Veteran-led volunteer organisation Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) will announce the results of a two year study into protecting the wellbeing of veterans. It followed the experiences of almost 800 DRA members exploring the ways service can restore purpose and perspective. Results suggest that volunteering is a viable and sometimes lifesaving option for those struggling to find purpose and meaning following military service. If this conversation has raised any issues for you, you can contact Open Arms - for Veteran and families counselling 1800-011-046, or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Guest:Geoff Evans, Disaster Relief Australia's Chief Executive
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27601 - First Nations artist Archie Moore wins Golden Lion at Venice Biennale
Indigenous artist Archie Moore has won the Venice Biennale's Golden Lion Award for his monumental hand-drawn installation 'kith and kin'. The 54-year-old Kamilaroi and Bigambul artist from Brisbane beat artists representing 85 other countries to become the first Australian to take the gong. Guest: Ellie Buttrose, Curator, Australia's representation at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27600 - Is the future of commercial TV in trouble?
The free-to-air TV lobby says younger audiences are diminishing across its commercial networks, at a time when it had hoped the Federal Government would bolster safeguards for broadcasting Australian sport. Sport is one of the three key areas the sector has focused on broadcasting in recent years, but with the government also weighing up a junk-food advertising ban, where does that leave the future of the industry? Guest:Greg Hywood, Chairman of Free TV Australia
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27599 - US poised to sanction IDF unit for human rights violations
The US is set to impose sanctions on an Israeli military unit accused of human rights violations against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank - a step the State Department has never taken before. It would band the transfer of US military weaponry or any other assistance to an all-male IDF infantry unit - made up of ultra Orthodox recruits. Israeli leaders across the political spectrum have condemned Washington's plan, promising to take action to prevent it. Guest: Josh Paul, former director in the State Department's Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, responsible for arms transfers and security assistance to foreign governments
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27598 - Rocket attack from Iraq targets US base in Syria
The US has confirmed its forces came under rocket attack in Syria on Sunday, the first time they've been directly targeted in the country since February. But an Iraqi militant group backed by Iran has denied issuing a statement that was posted on telegram shortly after announcing a resumption of attacks on U.S forces. Guest: Ryan Crocker, retired American diplomat, former U.S Ambassador to six countries: Lebanon, Kuwait, Syria, Pakistan, Iraq and Afghanistan
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27597 - Mushroom case captures the world's attention
Leongatha woman and mother-of-two Erin Patterson. stands accused of serving a deadly meal of Beef Wellington, allegedly made with poisonous Death-Cap mushrooms, which left three people dead and a fourth fighting for his life. Patterson has always maintained her innocence. The case has captured the world's attention, and the ABC has launched a new podcast 'Mushroom Case Daily' which is being presented by ABC Court reporter Kristian Silva. Guest: Kristian Silva, ABC News Court reporter and host of 'Mushroom Case Daily' podcast
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27596 - UB40 return with 45th anniversary album and Australian tour
The world's biggest selling reggae group returns with a brand new album and a world tour. Known for hits such as Red Red Wine and their cover of Can't Help Falling In Love, UB40 is celebrating its 45th year together. Guest: Robin Campbell
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27595 - Four Corners: following the Meth Highway
Addiction to crystal methamphetamine or 'ice' has fuelled organised crime and ruined lives in Australia over the past decade. But the supply chain of the drug is murky. Four Corners reporter Mahmood Fazal has spent months investigating the crystal meth pipeline travelling from the streets of Melbourne to a major source of production in South-East Asia. Guest: Mahmood Fazal
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 04min - 27594 - A Wiggles rave remix - Music with Ce Benedict
'The Wiggles Soundsystem: Rave of Innocence' may just be the remix we didn't know we needed. Guest: Ce Benedict, Executive Producer of The Music Show
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27593 - Counting Russia's 'meat-grinder soldiers' killed in Ukraine
From the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine the Kremlin has sought to conceal the true casualty figures among its armed forces. But images of expanded cemeteries across the country, and posts grieving the dead on social media provide clues. The BBC's Russia Service has been investigating and confirming troop deaths since the start of the war. Guest Olga Ivshina, BBC's Russian Service
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27592 - Is cow's milk safe for babies?- Health with Dr Norman SwanMon, 22 Apr 2024 - 06min
- 27591 - Dame Helen Mirren's 'career milestone' of portraying Golda Meir
From portraying DCI Jane Tennison, to Queen Elizabeth II, Dame Helen Mirren has almost done it all. Now, the Oscar winner has taken on the role of Israel's first female Prime Minister, Golda Meir, in a biopic set against the backdrop of the Yom Kippur War. Guest: Dame Helen Mirren
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 17min - 27590 - NSW Treasurer warns of 'repercussions' from GST carve-out
The NSW government says GST funding has left it short-changed some $12 billion, with Treasurer Daniel Mookhey set to reveal later today that he expects his State expects to lose its Triple A credit rating. He's threatening to pull the plug on an agreement to shoulder more costs from the National Disability Insurance Scheme, and delay agreements with the Commonwealth on school and hospital funding. Guest: Daniel Mookhey, NSW Treasurer
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27589 - Politics with Michelle Grattan
The Chief Political Correspondent for The Conversation Michelle Grattan joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 03min - 27588 - Football, surfing, AFL and rugby league - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
In football, a huge blow to Australia's prestige in the sport, the Olyroos are out of both the Asian Under 23 Cup and the Olympics. In surfing Jack Robinson took to the air to win the final of the men's Margaret River Pro yesterday.In rugby league, Cronulla-Sutherland on top of the ladder after belting North Queensland yesterday, while there was a would'be belting off the field when the Knights played the Bulldogs. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27587 - Bill Shorten defends NDIS reforms
Despite an agreement with the States to pick up a bigger share of the tab, the National Disability Insurance Scheme will still be one of our fastest-growing expenses when the Treasurer hands down his budget next month. Now, State Premiers are pushing back on federal efforts to make them pay a greater share of the funding. Bill Shorten, Minister for the NDIS and Government Services says the scheme is making "a positive difference in the lives of many" and the proposed reforms - which build ecosytems outside of the NDIS - are the right direction. Guest: Bill Shorten, NDIS and Government Services Minister
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 13min - 27586 - How can we combat online scams?
The National Anti-Scam Centre says hundreds of Australians are losing millions of dollars to these deepfake scams each year. In January, the Government announced mandatory safeguards for what it says were risky AI tools in response to the rapid rise in the use of the technology. But is more needed? Guest:Stephen Jones, Assistant Treasurer
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27585 - 'It's a cover-up': Shock over Chinese doping allegations
An investigation that found 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive to banned substances ahead of the Tokyo Olympics has created shocked the world. Now many are questioning why the World Anti Doping Agency - who were aware of the positive tests - allowed those athletes to compete, and failed to be transparent. Guest: Travis Tygart, CEO of the US Anti-doping Agency
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27584 - Dr Karl AI scams: 'I feel sorry for those ripped off'
Dr Karl has been a staple across ABC Radio and television for decades. But that's made him a target online, with scammers using AI to take his voice and image, and attempting to trash his reputation with ads on Facebook. Guest:Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, Science communicator
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27583 - Suspected Israeli airstrikes hit targets in Iran
Satellite imagery has revealed damage to air defence radars at an Iranian military base following a suspected Israeli strike. The city of Isfahan is also home to one of the most sensitive sites in Iran's nuclear programme. It's the latest in a series of tit-for-tat attacks since Israel is believed to have struck Iran's consulate in Syria. Guest: Dr Trita Parsi, Executive vice president of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft and advised the Obama White House on Iran
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27582 - US lawmakers approve military aid bill for Ukraine and Israel
The United States will authorise over $60 billion in military assistance to Ukraine. It comes alongside congressional approval for aid to Israel, and increased security spending in the Asia Pacific. Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson faces a potential rebellion from parts of his party sceptical of the war in Ukraine. Guest Mike Ricci, Republican strategist who worked for former Republican house speakers Paul Ryan and John Boehner
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27581 - 'A smorgasbord of sport' - with Warwick Hadfield
Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27580 - Elly-May Barnes' journey to her debut album
As the daughter of Aussie rock music royalty, Elly-May Barnes has long known the thrill of performing. From singing backup for her father Jimmy, to eventually taking to the stage as a cabaret performer, her latest work and debut album No Good felt like a natural next step - but it's been a long road to get here. Guest: Elly-May Barnes
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27579 - Will generative AI lead to a flood of election misinformation?
2024 is the year for dozens of key elections across the world - India's election starts this week - and the US of course later this year. At the same time, there's been a massive proliferation of publicly available artificial intelligence tools, that in the wrong hands could cause electoral mayhem. So how can voters and governments - including here in Australia - protect themselves? Guest Adam Marrè is the Chief Information Security Officer at Arctic Wolf and a former FBI Special Agent
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27578 - Stabbing shines light on broken mental health system
Last weekend's tragic events in Bondi Junction have shone a light on mental illness in the community, and a mental health system that's cracking. Almost a week on there remains many questions, and a the mental health sector is left asking for more help and funding. Guest: Professor Samuel Harvey is the Executive Director and Chief Scientists at the Black Dog Institute Dr Karen Spielman, GP who has worked in youth mental health for more than 20 years
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 12min - 27577 - Concerns about out-of-home care system failures
A warning this story may be distressing. There's been widespread shock and a search for answers after a First Nations boy from Western Australia aged just 10 died by suicide while in state care. Suicide has been revealed as the leading cause of death for First Nations children. So, how has a situation like this occurred? And if you need help you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14, or for First Nations people wanting culturally appropriate support 13 YARN Guest: Kerrynne Liddle, Shadow Minister for Child Protection and the Prevention of Family Violence
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27576 - Stabbing attacks, misinformation and Lehrmann defamation case fails - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden
The week in politics has been dominated by the fallout from the two stabbing attacks, with the focus shifting back on the big tech companies. Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers join RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Speers, Samantha Maiden
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27575 - Action needed to curb 'crisis of male violence': Attorney General
This week we've seen some of the most horrific violent attacks in Australia in recent decades.Two stabbing attacks in Sydney have led to an increase in racism in some communities, leading to concerns about social cohesion. Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus says there was a "clear framework" that allowed the church stabbing to be declared a terror incident. In relation to the Bondi Junction stabbing attack - which seemingly saw women targeted - he says "we can talk about violence against women, without blurring lines into something else". The Attorney General says he doesn't believe "debating definitions" will help curb what he calls Australia's "crisis of male violence" but says it's time for action . Guest: Mark Dreyfus, Attorney-General
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 16min - 27574 - How fast can wombats actually run? - Science with Jacinta Bowler
The claim that wombats can run at 40 kilometres an hour, faster than Usain Bolt might just be a furphy. And Dr Karl has built an impressive reputation over the years in science communication, but on social media there's an AI-generated Dr Karl threatening to tear this down - so who made it? Guest: Jacinta Bowler, ABC science reporter Brainteaser (answer in the audio) "What is missing from this series of letters? "B, O, A"
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27573 - NSW Health Minister condemns hostility to paramedics
Health workers in Sydney continue to treat survivors of this week's two major knife attacks, after one of the hardest weeks for frontline workers. Six paramedics were forced to take shelter in the Good Shepherd Church on Monday night when an angry crowd turned on them, NSW Health Minister Ryan Park says the event was "very disappointing" and frontline workers should never be treated in such a manner. Guest: Ryan Park, NSW Minister for Health
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27572 - How impressionism began 150-years ago
150 years ago, the Impressionist movement was born in a small, independent art exhibition in Paris. Feeling ignored by the official Salon exhibitions, the likes of Monet, Sisley, Renoir and Degas gathered to create their own showcase. Guest: Sasha Grishin, Emeritus Professor at the Australian National University.
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27571 - Streamers pause Australian commissions ahead of quota decision
Australia's national cultural policy is being updated to include streaming services like Netflix. The intention is to compel streaming services to use revenues generated here to make a fixed percentage of its productions not just in Australia but about Australia too. But the uncertainty about the specifics is already having an effect. Guest Matthew Deaner, CEO of Screen Producers Australia
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27570 - Texan cities are going dark to save birds
Cities in Texas are turning off their lights to help save migratory birds. Every year around two billion birds fly through the state and brightly lit buildings pose a deadly risk. The Lights Out Texas campaign is helping create a safe passage for these birds by getting city skyscrapers to go dark at night. Guest: Dr Andrew Farnsworth, an ornithologist at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27569 - US block vote on Palestinian state UN membership
The US has blocked the U.N Security Council vote on a bid by the Palestinian Authority to become a full member state. In order to be successful a council resolution needs at least nine votes in favour and no vetoes by the permanent five members. The move from the US comes despite the Biden administration's pledge to fully support a two-state solution. Guest: Ghaith Al-Omari, former Palestinian negotiator, Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute
Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 27568 - Rock legend Mark Seymour returns with 11th studio album 'The Boxer'
His name is synonymous with Australia rock music, and now Mark Seymour is returning with his 11th studio album 'The Boxer' alongside his band The Undertow.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27567 - 10-year-old Indigenous boy dies by suicide while in care
A warning, this story may be distressing. A family in Western Australia is grieving following the death by suicide of a 10-year-old child under the care of the state government. The Indigenous boy was being looked after by relatives, after being placed in care two years ago. The tragedy comes five years on from a landmark coronial inquiry into 13 child suicide deaths in WA Guest: Megan Krakouer, Director of the National Suicide Prevention and Trauma recovery Project If you need help you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or 13YARN - Call 13 92 76 | 24 /7 Crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 14min - 27566 - 'The Spoiled Heart' and 'Dirt Poor Islanders' - Books with Claire Nichols
Claire Nichols from The Book Show joined RN Breakfast to recommend a couple of new novels to take you in to different lives and worlds. The Spoiled Heart by the British writer Sunjeev Sahota and some Australian fiction Dirt Poor Islanders by Winnie Dunn. Guest: Claire Nichols, host of The Book Show
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27565 - World Anti-Doping agency introduces new procedures in athletics - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
In athletics, the World Anti-Doping Agency's will introduce new procedures to ensure no repeat of the so-called Peter Bol disaster. In swimming Mollie O'Callaghan made a big statement of intent ahead of the Olympics at the Australian Swimming Championships last night. In the AFL, a forced change for the Bulldogs ahead of tonight's game against St Kilda.In rugby league, the Roosters are almost back to full-strength for tonight's NRL game against Melbourne. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27564 - New Garma Director on setting the festival alight for renewal
He's the man who's coordinated the Parkes Elvis Festival, National BMX Championships, International Balloon Challenges, conferences for Chartered Accountants and healthcare professionals as well as Schoolies, and now Joel Ulbricht is finding his footing as the Garma Festival Director. In 2024 the festival will focus on fire - a symbol of strength and renewal - as he looks to the long term future of the event. Guest: Joel Ulbricht, Garma Festival Director
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27563 - Defence strategy unveiled and social cohesion at risk - Politics with David Crowe
Defence Minister Richard Marles unveiled the defence strategy yesterday, is the government becoming more explicit in this being in response to China? And the events we've seen over the past few days have been harrowing - how has the Prime Minister and the government handled the events? The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age David Crowe joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 04min - 27562 - Race Discrimination Commissioner calls for unity
Australia is often described as one of the most successful multicultural nations, but ongoing conflict in the Middle East and two horrific stabbing attacks in the past week have exposed the cracks in Australia's social cohesion. The new Race Discrimination Commissioner is calling for unity against any rise in racist and divisive sentiment or the spread of disinformation. He says the speed with which the Wakeley Church stabbing was declared a terror incident "is concerning because whole communities get tarnished because of the actions by one person". He says this can lead to harmful misinformation being spread. Guest: Giridharan Sivaraman, Race Discrimination Commissioner
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27561 - $50b more committed for defence capability
An extra $50 billion over the next decade on defence is the headline figure of the government's national defence strategy and integrated investment program. There's more money for long-range missiles- and a focus on long term capability including the AUKUS nuclear submarines. Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister says that the government isn't "shying away" from vulnerabilities in the Defence force, and to protect ourselves from coercion he says we need the "ability to project". The Defence Minister says that's the ability the government is trying to build through the new strategy. Guest: Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 13min - 27560 - The frontline of Australia's critical mineral capabilities
Alpha HPA is one of two companies that are the first to benefit from the Federal Government 's Future Made in Australia push. It's received $400-million in Government loans to progress its high-purity, green alumina plant which will help shore up Australia's critical minerals capabilities, and ease dependence on supply from China. Guest:Rimas Kairaitis, Managing Director at Alpha HPA
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 04min - 27559 - How India's massive election mixes the old with the new
Practically, India's parliamentary poll is a contrast of old and new. Voters' left index fingers are painted with indelible ink that can last for months to stop people from casting multiple ballots. But those ballots are submitted electronically.
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27558 - Social cohesion concerns following church stabbing
The family of a 16-year-old boy who allegedly stabbed Sydney bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel say they're sorry for the actions of their son, and hadn't seen signs of radicalisation or brainwashing. The stabbing provoked fears of 'tit-for-tat' violence, as community leaders urge calm. Jamal Rifi is a doctor in Sydney's West, he's in touch with the family of the boy accused of the stabbing. Guest: Jamal Rifi, doctor in Sydney's West
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 12min - 27557 - Counting underway in Solomon Islands election
The polls have closed and vote counting is underway in Solomon Islands, in what's been described as the country's most important election since independence. Hundreds of thousands of voters have cast their ballots in Solomon Islands. It's a closely watched election which could have major implications for the Pacific nation's diplomatic ties to China. Guest: Chrisnrita Aumanu-Leong, ABC's reporter in Solomon Islands as part of the ABC's Pacific Local Journalism Network
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27556 - The Australian risking his life to bring aid to Gaza
The United Nations says it is still struggling to fend off famine in Gaza. That's left some trying to take matters into their own hands, including an Australian who's about to take a risky journey to deliver 5,500 tonnes of food and medicine to Palestinians in Gaza with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition. Guest: Surya McEwen, Northern Rivers resident, participant in the upcoming Freedom Flotilla Coalition to Gaza
Thu, 18 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27555 - 100-days until Paris Olympics
Today marks 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics, and later today we'll see what our athletes will be wearing at the opening ceremony. But the nature of that ceremony could change, as authorities consider additional security measures to protect athletes.And while Paris grapples with those changes, there are questions about our own preparations for Brisbane in 2032. Guest: Ian Chesterman, President of the Australian Olympic Committee
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27554 - Julian Assange extradition: US provides UK court with assurances
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange has faced a setback in the legal fight against his extradition to the United States. A UK court has been assured the Australian won't face the death penalty in the US, and will be entitled to argue for free-speech protections in any future case. The guarantees had been requested by the court, and mean another condition for extradition have now been met. Guest: Jennifer Robinson, Counsel to Julian Assange and Wikileaks; Barrister at Doughty Street Chamber in London.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27553 - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 05min - 27552 - Why Engelbert Humperdinck wants to play Glastonbury
Nearly 60 years after bursting onto the stage, Engelbert Humperdinck has Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe, platinum records and stars on multiple Walks of Fame. Still, with new music on the way, he hopes to find new stages and audiences to serenade.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27551 - Are Guy and Paul Williams part of NZ's funniest family?
Comedic brothers Guy and Paul Williams have crossed the ditch to perform -separately- at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. But they aren't the only comedians in the family, with sister Maria also a celebrated comic. So how do all three siblings find their way into the comedy scene, and how do their styles differ? Guests:Guy Williams, Comedian Paul Williams, Comedian
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27550 - 'Communities need to come together': Police Commissioner urges unity
The alleged stabbing of Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel on Monday night saw ASIO, federal - and state police declare the incident a terror attack, with a 16-year old now being held. Community leaders in NSW have raised concerns over how quickly the attack was described as "terrorism", but NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb says the declaration met the criteria of the definition in the act. But she says the declaration and whether the attacker will be charged with terrorism offence "are two separate things and they shouldn't be conflated." Guest: Karen Webb, Commissioner of the New South Wales Police Force
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 11min - 27549 - Govt 'full steam ahead' reforming environment laws: Tanya Plibersek
Tanya Plibersek once described Australia as the "extinction capital of the world" when she announced a plan to fix the "broken" Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act, to stop more extinctions and protect Australia's unique landscape. Legislation for an Environmental Protection Agency will be introduced when Parliament resumes, but it's unclear when - or if - the broader changes to the act will go ahead.Tanya Plibersek, Environment Minister says the government is "full steam ahead" on EPBC reform, but says due to its enormity it's the right thing to implement it in stages. Guest: Tanya Plibersek, Environment Minister
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27548 - Concern govt 'setting the stage' for Defence cuts: Opposition
The Defence Minister will today unveil the Nation's new Defence Strategy and Integrated Investment Program that will help shape what Australia's defence capability will look like in coming years and how much money it will take to get there. It comes as tensions simmer within our own region and concerns grow over a potential escalation of conflict in the Middle East. Andrew Hastie, Shadow Defence Minister says this is a leadership test for Defence Minister Richard Marles and we need to see a "clear strategy". He says he is concerned this is "setting the stage" for defence cuts, and warns we cannot go backwards. Guest: Andrew Hastie, Shadow Defence Minister
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 27547 - How the global economy will impact the Budget
The International Monetary Fund is warning that stronger than expected economic growth in the US could mean interest rates stay higher for longer, while Australia will see its lowest growth since the 1990s. Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers is heading to Washington for meetings with G20 ministers, he says his trip is great opportunity to "take the temperature" of the global economy and align the domestic budget with global condition. The Treasurer says he is receiving warnings from Treasury economists and others, about the potential impact of "serious" geopolitical uncertainty. Guest: Jim Chalmers, Treasurer
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 15min - 27546 - Religious leaders call for calm in wake of church stabbing
Mosques in Sydney's west are on heightened alert after firebomb threats were made in the wake of Monday's attack on Assyrian Orthodox Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel. Tensions spiked after New South Wales police labelled the attack a "terrorist incident". Now community and religious leaders are calling for calm in the hope of preventing further violence. Guest: Gamel Kheir, Secretary of the Lebanese Muslim Association
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27545 - Could Ukraine's energy war hurt Australia?
The former boss of Ukraine's state owned oil and gas company says energy infrastructure is being targeted by Russia like never before. Andriy Kobolyev says it could have impacts far beyond Ukraine's borders. Featured: Andriy Kobolyev, former CEO Naftogaz Tony Wood, Energy Program Director, Grattan Institute
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 06min - 27544 - Security tight ahead of Solomon Islands elections
Security is tight around the election this week in Solomon Islands. The vote is being closely watched not just in the region, but in Beijing and Washington too. Deepening ties between China and Solomon Island's current prime minister Manasseh Sogavare is just one of the issues driving this crucial election called by some analysts, the most important since independence. Guest: Dr Meg Keen is the Director of the Pacific Islands Program at the Lowy Institute
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27543 - Fresh thinking needed for Mars mission
The retrieval of rock samples from Mars is the number one priority in planetary exploration due to the answers they might hold about life beyond Earth. However, an independent review has found that the Mars Sample Return programme is proving too costly, and taking too long forcing NASA to seek out faster and more cost effective options.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27542 - World leaders urge Israel not to retaliate after Iran attack
The British and German Foreign ministers are heading to Tel Aviv as the international community mounts a diplomatic offensive to try and talk Israel out of a military response to Iran's drone and missile attack. Israel's top general has given the clearest indication yet that the launch of more than 300 drones and missiles would be met with a military response, despite fears it could trigger a regional war. Guest: Lt Colonel Peter Learner, Israeli Defence Force Spokesman
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 - 09min - 27541 - John Waters and Daniel MacPherson bring revered West End show to Australia
The mystery and horror of The Woman in Black has made it the second-longest running production in West-End history. Now, two of Australia's most celebrated actors are bring the play to life in theatres around the country. Guests: John Waters and Daniel MacPherson
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 07min - 27540 - Big changes for Bluey and spy series 'The Sympathizer' - TV with Wenlei Ma
One of the most anticipated would be kid's show Bluey, which left fans, young and less young, waiting until this past weekend as to whether there would be another season after its super special episode The Sign. And also out this week is The Sympathizer, a 1970s-set spy series starring a rising Australian star. Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RECOMMENDATIONS/MENTIONS: - Alice & Jack (Binge and Fetch) - Conan O'Brien Must Go (Binge) - Faithless (SBS) - Such Brave Girls (Stan)
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27539 - Sydney church stabbing declared a 'terrorist incident'
The knife attack on an ultra-orthodox bishop, and another priest in western Sydney has been declared a "terrorist act". Police Commissioner Karen Webb says she determined the incident was terrorism after reviewing all the information. A teenager is in police custody over the attack, which injured three others who tried to restrain the assailant. Hundreds of church supporters pelted police with rocks and other projectiles for several hours following the attack, injuring officers and damaging a number of police cars. Faith New South Wales CEO Murray Norman says the events that have unfolded are "shocking" and multi-faith communities are eager to work "arm in arm" with the Police Commissioner and Premier. Guest: Murray Norman, Faith New South Wales CEO
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 12min - 27538 - Alice Springs youth curfew ends
The Northern Territory government is sending more police to Alice Springs as a three-week youth curfew is lifted this morning. The emergency curfew was put in place after a spate of violence rocked the town late last month. Guest: Marion Scrymgour, Federal Member of Lingiari
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 08min - 27537 - Is it time for Australia to develop its own AI tools?
As the use of artificial intelligence tools created overseas like ChatGPT proliferates, so will the need for Australia to develop its own sovereign AI capabilities. Everything from small businesses to large parts of defence will have some stake in AI or processes enhanced by the advances in technology. But does Australia risk being left behind or being overly reliant on programmes we had no role in creating? Guest: Elanor Huntington is Director of Digital, National Facilities & Collections at the CSIRO
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 03min - 27536 - Sydney church stabbing rocks community
Sydney has been shaken by a second stabbing attack this week, with a bishop at a church in the city's south-west targeted and furious locals venting their anger on police. The shocking incident, which has now been deemed a terror incident, took place at the Assyrian Orthodox Christ The Good Shepherd Church last night. A 15-year-old is now in custody and two people have been injured. Police were then besieged and pelted with projectiles, causing religious leaders to meet overnight and plead for calm. Guest: Dai Le, federal MP for Fowler; the church is in her electorate
Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 06min
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