Panorama

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.

On this week's episode on Panorama we discuss the recent increase in postie injuries, Maribyrnong's air pollution due to trucks and how diamonds come to be so close to the surface when they are made hundreds of kilometres deep underground. 00:50: Headlines 03:16: Postie Injury 04:03: Maribyrnong's air pollution 07:50: Science with Sura! 12:28: Panotainment!

On this week's episode, we discuss Bonza's new flights, Matildas win against Canda, Lifeblood's call for donations and US Congress's hearings on Aliens! 01:36: Headlines 03:02:  Bonza 06:29:  Matlidas  13:26: Lifeblood  18:52: Science with Sura! 28:00: Panotainment!

Join Sura as she talks through the latest scientific discoveries in the world of Gravitational waves physics and how pulsars helped in advancing the science. 

On this week's episode, we discuss the app Threads, an interview withProfessor Danielle Mazza on Abortion Pill access and rising underground temperatures' impacts on urban structures in Science with Sura! Headlines 02:45: Abortion Pill Acess and interview with Professor Danielle Mazza 15:07: Threads App  25:10: Science with Sura!

A new survey has found that more and more young people on the cusp of adulthood are reporting poor mental health and uncertainty about the future. Panorama Co-Producer and Reporter, Tayla Oates, spoke with Dr. Quentin Maire live in the studio about the Life Patterns research project.

In the long-awaited Part 2 of this explainer series, Panorama reporter and co-producer Vince Trease spoke to CarSales Editor, Terry Martin, about the National Electric Vehicle Strategy. 

Panorama Reporter and Co-Producer, Vince Trease, reports on the National Electric Vehicle Strategy - which is part of the Australian Government's Powering Australia plan to improve affordability, create jobs, and reduce emissions, providing a nationally consistent framework to get Australia's road transport sector on a pathway to net zero emissions. Listen in for Part 2 next week!

Second Stitch is a social enterprise empowering women from diverse backgrounds economically and socially through textiles. This week, we sent Panorama reporter, Tayla Oates, to the Brunswick studio to meet the women and learn more about the enterprise….

Panorama's film experts, Nick Sarlos-Welsh and Max Taylor, attended an advanced screening of John Wick 4. Hear what they thought of the newest blockbuster!

Panorama Reporter, Asyiqin Sanif, attended the Climate Action Rally on the National  Day of Climate Action - 17th of March 2023. Where crowds of student protestors gathered across Australia to stand up for the injustices against our climate. The event was held by NUS National Union of Students, NUS Education Department and Uni Students for Climate Justice. Asyiqin Sanif, spoke with the attendees and organisers of the Melbourne protests.

Panorama Reporter, Zoe Blochlinger, dives into a court battle that has begun over whether a company can extract water for bottling near a World Heritage-listed national park on the Gold Coast.

Panorama Reporter, Ruby Littler, discusses how during the Covid-19 Pandemic, telehealth became a common practice in the medical industry and those in regional areas realised they could now access health care that had presiously been too far. As restrictions ease and the medical industry returns to face to face, those in regional areas are beginning to lose their access to healthcare.

In the studio, Gemma joins hosts Nick and Mherhean to discuss the latest developments in the Travis Scott ASTROWORLD travesty from November last year. 

Reporter Benay Ozdemir reflects on the stories produced by Panorama reporters over the year on climate change.

Reporter Mimi Hoffman talks to Eileen Culleton, the founder of a national campaign for law-reform for the crime of murder with sexual assault. Eileen started the campaign after Jonathan Bakewell, the man who in 1988 raped and murdered her sister, was granted parole. Mimi also speaks to Greg Barns, the national criminal justice spokesmen for the Australian Lawyers Alliance, about the law reform. 

At a time when we are opening up post lockdowns, there is still concern on the mental health of men. Reporter Lynton Martin looks back on a month in which Movember shone a light on men's mental health. Guests: Dr Zac Seidler, Movember Director of Mental Health Training Reporter: Lynton Martin

Like an aeroplane's black box, various collaborators have come together to give Earth's its own. Located in Tasmania, it is designed to survive climate catastrophe, in the hopes that it can inform those who recover it where it all went wrong. Guests: Henry Curchod, Glue Society; Francesca Smith, young climate change activist  Reporter: Mimi Hoffmann  

The hospitality industry is facing a major labour shortage at the busiest season for the year. What does the shortage mean for workers now and in the long term? Guests: Aaron Khoo, hospitality worker; Jeff Borland, Professor of Labour Economics at The University of Melbourne Reporter: Lilian Bernhardt

As some Australians look to get booster shots, many populations in our neighbouring Pacific have not reached key milestones. Reporter Emile Pavlich caught up with research fellow Alexandre Dayant from the foreign affairs think-tank, the Lowy Institute, to find out more. 

Reporter Mimi Hoffman caught up with various experts to discuss the anti-troll laws that are to be introduced to parliament early next year. In introducing these laws Prime Minister Scott Morrison has focused on the idea of lessening the prevalence of online trolling, but it seems the legislation largely deals with issues of defamation. 

The Broadway composer lost his live at the age on 91. Reporter Benjamin Lamb caught up with Director of Theatre Travels Carly Fisher to chat about what his legacy means for the world of theatre.

The 2021 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Festival kicks off at 10am on Friday December 3rd, aiming to promote and celebrate physically active lifestyles for people of all abilities. Host Mimi Hoffmann caught up with Richard Amon, CEO of Disability Sport and Recreation, to chat about opportunities for everybody to get involved in the day. Guests: Richard Amon, CEO of Disability Sport and Recreation Presenter: Mimi Hoffmann

The 10th Annual Roadmap to Close the Gap on Vision was released last week. The Roadmap outlines the issues still facing Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander eye health service delivery. Eye-health professor from the University of Melbourne Hugh Taylor spoke to reporter Julia Enter about the  roadmap. 

Reporter Benay Ozdemir caught up with Pavani Athukorala to discuss the new border rule changes for international students. Pavani, who was stuck in Sri Lanka, expressed how she felt isolated during the pandemic as an international student as a result of border closures.

Reporter Angus Drain caught up with Kaytlyn Johnson, a young Palawa woman from regional Tasmania. Johnson is a social activist and youth leader and works with young Indigenous women to support them in realising their dreams and potential. Kaytlyn is the 2022 Tasmanian nominee for Young Australian of the Year and has flown to COP26 in Glasgow to be a youth representative and a voice for change. 

Recently, a missing teen was rescued after they gestured the hand signal for domestic violence in a car behind them. The hand signal has been doing the rounds on social media such as TikTok, to call for help in dangerous situations like this. Faith Macale reports on how social media has helped spread awareness of domestic violence.

Reporter Benay Ozdemir caught up with coach Steve Robinson to discuss how community sports can bounce back after COVID-19. The need for kids to join community sports is greater than ever as basketball player, Meg, explains how important it is to join community sports. 

With COP26 climate summit currently underway, we delve into what it is actually all about, why we should care and how people are responding to the summit.  Reporter Angus Drain has the story. 

8 lives were lost in the tragedy in Texas and reports have been circulating about the crowd control and staffing issues at the event. Reporter Benjamin Lamb caught up with serial concert goer and mosh pit attendee Daniel Coady about what can go wrong in a mosh pit and what could’ve been done differently during the Travis Scott show.

There are 46 refugees being detained at the Park Hotel on Swanston St. Now, at least 19 of them have contracted Covid-19. Activists and health experts have been warning it was only a matter of time, so could the government have done more to protect these refugees under their care? Rachael Vassallo reports. Guests: Aisha Jallo, Campaign against Racism and Fascism

Last week, Facebook Inc., the company that runs social media apps like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, changed its name to 'Meta'. Is this a big step forward for how we interact, or a leap too far for young people concerned about privacy? Benjamin Lamb reports. Guests: Dr. Marcus Carter, Senior Lecturer in Digital Cultures at the University of Sydney

A new survey on Year 12 students has found that close to 60 per cent of students are worried about their mental health. Now, DrinkWise has launched a campaign involving some pretty famous Australians to provide support leading into exams. Reporter Lynton Martin caught up with CEO of Drink Wise Simon Strahan and Year 12 student Mark Kriaris. 

A new brief from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute outlines the data informing the decision to send kids back to the classroom. But what does it actually mean for schools, students, and teachers? Reporter: Neve Brissenden Guests: Sharon Goldfield, Head of Population Health, MCRI James Thorley, teacher

Host Faith Macale caught up with Anti-Poverty Week Australia's executive director Toni Wren for this week's News Talk.     

International students have faced tough times during the pandemic - many have been stuck in Australia without their families and friends. Welcome Dinner, a charity set up three years ago has been providing assistance to those facing loneliness and isolation. Emile Pavlich reports. 

Reporter Julia Enter caught up with former North Melbourne AFL player Tom Campbell to discuss the launch of AFL Players for Climate Action, a group supporting AFL players and their fans to take action against climate change.   

Reopening was announced, but as has been the case throughout the last few years, there's nothing to support live music and those in the arts industry - what's their role in the roadmap?  With density quotas many venues are struggling to see the light at the end of the tunnel.  Benjamin Lamb reports.  

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian made her mark on the long running comedy show last weekend and shocked many with her self-deprecating jokes, funny sketches and ability to not take herself too seriously. Benjamin Lamb has this report. 

A new report by the Australian Conservation Foundation and the Australia Institute has shone a light on 'junk' carbon credits utilised as part of the Federal Government's  Emission Reduction Fund.  Emile Pavlich has the story. 

Researchers in Australia have noticed a worrying trend - after large-scale lockdowns, there's a surge in drownings. So as the weather warms up, and our major cities come out of lockdown, how can we prevent another summer drowning spike? Fae O'Toole reports.

Reporter Benjamin Lamb takes a look into some of the top stories from the past week.   

Western Australia recently announced that native logging will be banned from 2024. Reporter Lilian Bernhardt wakes us through the decision, the timber industry's  response, and speak to campaign director of the Western Australian Forest Alliance, Jess Beckerling.