If things are supposed to be slowing down for Christmas, well, nobody told our federal politicians. This week we had a mid-year economic update and a contentious debate about the Coalition’s nuclear energy plans.  

Today, chief political correspondent David Crowe joins Jacqueline Maley to look back at the political year and explore some of its themes.

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If things are supposed to be slowing down for Christmas, well, nobody told our federal politicians. This week we had a mid-year economic update and a contentious debate about the Coalition&rsquo;s nuclear energy plans.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Today, chief political correspondent David Crowe joins Jacqueline Maley to look back at the political year and explore some of its themes.
Cut through the noise of federal politics with news, views and expert analysis. <a href="https://www.smh.com.au/link/follow-20170101-p5apym">Subscribers can sign up to our weekly Inside Politics newsletter</a>.

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The Morning Edition brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host Samantha Selinger-Morris from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, weekdays from 5am.

The Morning Edition brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host Samantha Selinger-Morris from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, weekdays from 5am.

Inside Politics: The best and worst of 2024

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We found out, earlier this week, that Buruli ulcer, caused by a flesh-eating bacteria has settled into a coastal town in NSW. Experts say there’s a significant risk that the bacteria could spread to Sydney, and beyond. 

Today, health editor Kate Aubusson on how we can stay safe from this disease, which has already gained a foothold in Victoria.

We found out, earlier this week, that Buruli ulcer, caused by a flesh-eating bacteria has settled into a coastal town in NSW. Experts say there&rsquo;s a significant risk that the bacteria could spread to Sydney, and beyond.&nbsp;
Today, health editor Kate Aubusson on how we can stay safe from this disease, which has already gained a foothold in Victoria.

The flesh-eating ulcer spreading across the east coast

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You’ve seen all the headlines. And squinted at the figures. But for god’s sake, what do they actually mean? We are, of course, talking about Peter Dutton’s nuclear energy plan. Is it really as radical as some analysts say, relying on “fairly heroic assumptions” about what it will cost? And what will it actually do to the environment? 

Today, climate and energy correspondent Mike Foley on how the Opposition’s plan compares with the government’s energy strategy. And the straight facts that will help you sound like you know what you’re talking about, at your next dinner party.

You&rsquo;ve seen all the headlines. And squinted at the figures. But for god&rsquo;s sake, what do they actually mean? We are, of course, talking about Peter Dutton&rsquo;s nuclear energy plan. Is it really as radical as some analysts say, relying on &ldquo;fairly heroic assumptions&rdquo; about what it will cost? And what will it actually do to the environment?&nbsp; Today, climate and energy correspondent Mike Foley on how the Opposition&rsquo;s plan compares with the government&rsquo;s energy strategy. And the straight facts that will help you sound like you know what you&rsquo;re talking about, at your next dinner party.

A cheat’s guide to Dutton’s nuclear power plans

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On the weekend, four Australians were rushed to hospital in Fiji with suspected alcohol poisoning, after drinking cocktails at a resort. 

This follows the mass drink poisoning in Laos last month, which claimed the lives of six tourists, including Australian teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles.

What’s happening to people’s drinks overseas? And is it all poisoning from methanol, like what happened in Laos?

Today, breaking news reporter Jessica McSweeney and Dr David Ranson, a former forensic pathologist, on the latest poisonings. 

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Australians hospitalised in Fiji after suspected alcohol poisoning, ABC News
Father opens up on daughter’s condition after suspected alcohol poisoning in Fiji, Sky News

 

On the weekend, four Australians were rushed to hospital in Fiji with suspected alcohol poisoning, after drinking cocktails at a resort.&nbsp;
This follows the mass drink poisoning in Laos last month, which claimed the lives of six tourists, including Australian teenagers Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles.
What&rsquo;s happening to people&rsquo;s drinks overseas? And is it all poisoning from methanol, like what happened in Laos?
Today, breaking news reporter Jessica McSweeney and Dr David Ranson, a former forensic pathologist, on the latest poisonings.&nbsp;
Audio credit to:
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Why are Australians being poisoned overseas?

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