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Why more Australians are drowning than ever before
Monday Headlines: Families of Bondi Beach terror attack victims call for federal royal commission, US President Donald Trump has a “good and very productive call” with Russian leader Vladimir Putin, Iconic French film star Brigitte Bardot dies age 91, and Master Lock Comanche has won Sydney to Hoba…
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Part 2: The ATM glitch that turned an Aussie barman into a millionaire
Melbourne barman’s brush with unlimited cash takes a darker turn, as an ATM loophole that once felt like luck begins to feel like a trap. In part two, Dan Saunders’ Hollywood-style spending spree collides with his conscience. As the money keeps flowing, he tries to come clean - only to find no on…
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Part 1: The ATM glitch that turned an Aussie barman into a millionaire
An ordinary Melbourne barman stumbles across an extraordinary loophole - an ATM glitch that lets him withdraw unlimited cash, no questions asked. What follows is a rapid transformation into a high-roller fantasy: luxury hotels, designer shopping, five-star dining and private jets, all fuelled by …
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Your ultimate Boxing Day movie guide
Boxing Day in Australia has become synonymous with a few things; cricket, shopping and the movies. It’s arguably the biggest day for movie releases down under, and the streamers too are getting in with some big drops the day after Christmas. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou is join…
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How you can help Australians doing it tough this festive season
It’s Christmas day! And while it’s often seen as a time of joy and togetherness for many Australians, it can also be a period of deep hardship. With the cost-of-living crisis and record rental and housing prices putting unprecedented pressure on Australians, more people are experiencing homelessn…
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How to defuse an awkward Christmas conversation
Wednesday Headlines: Anthony Albanese has delivered his official Christmas message to Australians, Canterbury-Bankstown Council shuts down prayer hall linked to Naveed Akram, and Aussies expected to spend nearly 4 Billion dollars this Christmas. Deep Dive: The Christmas break often brings families…
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The everyday habits killing drivers
Tuesday Headlines: 3/4's of Australians want tougher gun laws, Britain wants to follow our under 16 social media ban,New warnings to keep Christmas snacks away from pets. Deep Dive: Australia has recorded one of its worst road tolls on record this year. New data from the National Road Safety Hub s…
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Chuck or eat? Your guide to Christmas leftovers
Monday Headlines: Albo booed at Bondi memorial a week after terror attack with his approval rating plunging, Red Cross see a spike in blood donations, and Interest rates likely to go up twice in 2026. Deep Dive: Christmas leftovers are often one of the best parts of the holidays, but they can also…
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THE BEEFING BONUS: Melania Trump vs Christmas
For centuries, Christmas at the White House has been the gold standard of tradition with elaborate gingerbread houses and classic spruce trees. But for Melania Trump, the festive season sparked something else entirely: a meme jackpot of controversy online, leaked audio and public backlash. In thi…
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The invisible operators behind Kamala Harris, Justin Trudeau & Jacinda Ardern
Phoebe Santillan-Stocks has spoken to some of the most powerful right hands in the world - the people operating just out of sight, shaping history from behind the scenes. The founder of Missing Perspectives and author of The Right Hand, explores what it’s really like to be a chief of staff or advi…
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