The episode kicks off with a series of News Hits, including the legal updates surrounding kingpin Tony Mokbel, the conclusion of the search for Dezi Freeman in Mount Buffalo National Park, and the shift toward digital banking in Australia. The team also discusses the latest political shifts, featuring the reunion of the Liberal and National parties and the unveiling of the upcoming Federal Budget by Treasurer Jim Chalmers.

Victoria’s Record-Breaking Heatwave: A look at the January heatwave that saw temperatures hit 50 degrees, leading to widespread power outages across the state.

World-First Environmental Recovery: A deep dive into the release of the critically endangered Glenelg Freshwater Mussel into the Crawford River—a landmark conservation effort.

The "Rude Sydney-Sider" Myth: An investigative opinion piece exploring whether Sydney's reputation for being "cliquey" is actually a byproduct of the city's high cost of living and time constraints.