Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s attempt to mark the end of Ramadan at the Lakemba Mosque took a sharp turn when local leaders and crowds confronted him over his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. 

Hear the raw audio of the exchange and why critics are questioning the PM’s "business as usual" response to the unfolding drama.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese&rsquo;s attempt to mark the end of Ramadan at the Lakemba Mosque took a sharp turn when local leaders and crowds confronted him over his stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. 
Hear the raw audio of the exchange and why critics are questioning the PM&rsquo;s "business as usual" response to the unfolding drama.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

4BC Drive, live every weekday afternoon. With the latest news, 4BC will keep you updated on your drive home.

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News Deep Dive: Why a sacred visit turned into a "dramatic exit" for Albanese

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Nine News reporter Pat Heaney joined us from the ground in Cooktown to explain how a last-minute northern "duck" saved the community of Coen from a direct hit by Category 4 winds. 

While roofs have been stripped and remote towns remain isolated by floodwaters, find out why authorities are feeling a massive sense of relief despite the 250km/h gusts.

Nine News reporter Pat Heaney joined us from the ground in Cooktown to explain how a last-minute northern "duck" saved the community of Coen from a direct hit by Category 4 winds. 
While roofs have been stripped and remote towns remain isolated by floodwaters, find out why authorities are feeling a massive sense of relief despite the 250km/h gusts.

Why Cyclone Narelle spared remote towns as it tore through The Cape today

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Forget the two-week party; the real value of the 2032 Olympics lies in the world-class infrastructure that stays behind for Queensland families. 

Swimming Australia CEO Rob Woodhouse explained how the new National Aquatic Centre will transform from a 20,000-seat arena into a community hub for the next fifty years.

Forget the two-week party; the real value of the 2032 Olympics lies in the world-class infrastructure that stays behind for Queensland families. 
Swimming Australia CEO Rob Woodhouse explained how the new National Aquatic Centre will transform from a 20,000-seat arena into a community hub for the next fifty years.

The 20,000-seat vision: Rob Woodhouse on Brisbane’s new aquatic hub

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News Deep Dive: Why a sacred visit turned into a "dramatic exit" for Albanese

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