Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is driving Australia’s first work from home laws, arguing they will boost productivity and help families. 

But there's backlash from small businesses, who warn the extra pressure of remote working and lack of exemptions will force some to move operations interstate or overseas.

In this interview with Natarsha Belling, the Premier addresses the new WFH controversy - and the mystery of how 90,000 fake followers appeared on her Instagram account.

Headlines: 
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms Australian sailors were on board the US submarine that sank an Iranian frigate
ACCC has written to the top fuel companies as concerns grow over price gouging
Coroner reveals cause of death of 19-year-old Canadian backpacker Piper James
Australian billionaire James Packer announces engagement

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan is driving Australia&rsquo;s first work from home laws, arguing they will boost productivity and help families.&nbsp;
But there's backlash from small businesses, who warn the extra pressure of remote working and lack of exemptions will force some to move operations interstate or overseas.
In this interview with Natarsha Belling, the Premier addresses the new WFH controversy - and the mystery of how 90,000 fake followers appeared on her Instagram account.
Headlines:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirms Australian sailors were on board the US submarine that sank an Iranian frigate</li>
<li>ACCC has written to the top fuel companies as concerns grow over price gouging</li>
<li>Coroner reveals cause of death of 19-year-old Canadian backpacker Piper James</li>
<li>Australian billionaire James Packer announces engagement</li>
</ul>
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A national daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained.
Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 4pm Monday to Friday, and profile features across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise.
Know more in minutes.
Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour Gatt, Chris Spyrou and Natarsha Belling.