'It’s like Stalin’s Russia’ – Racing legend Gai Waterhouse questions media freedom after interview axed

Sky Racing abruptly pulled a heavily promoted interview with Gai Waterhouse, sparking speculation over censorship amid a fierce debate on the proposed $5 billion sale of Rosehill Racecourse. Waterhouse, a vocal critic of the sale, believes her comments may have led to the program’s cancellation. Th…

'Fowler fight' – Dai Le takes on Labor’s Tu Le in crucial Western Sydney seat

With the election now set for May 3, key battleground seats across Sydney and beyond could determine the next Prime Minister. In Fowler, Independent Dai Le faces a strong Labor push to reclaim the seat with Tu Le.

'No more stuck trucks' – Galston Gorge overlength vehicle fines nearly double

From today, drivers of overlength vehicles attempting to use Galston Gorge will face significantly harsher penalties, with fines rising from $2,818 to $4,633 and demerit points doubling from six to 12.

'NSW Shortchanged?' – Elliott calls for bipartisan demand on infrastructure funding

Former NSW Police and Transport Minister David Elliott joins Straight Shooters to discuss key issues, including a parliamentary inquiry into free parking to boost the nighttime economy, NSW’s share of federal infrastructure funding, and speculation that PM Albanese could call an election.

'Rock royalty returns' – You Am I in-studio performance

Aussie rock legends You Am I are back in the spotlight, with frontman Tim Rogers and drummer Rusty Hopkinson joining the studio ahead of their upcoming Sydney shows.

'Apple Maps honors Indigenous heritage' – Traditional Aboriginal names now featured in major update

Apple Maps has undergone a major update, now displaying traditional Aboriginal place names across Australia.

'It's just an ego-maniac fest' - Lucy Zelić’s take on the Federal Budget

Lucy Zelić doesn’t hold back, calling the Federal Budget an "ego-maniac fest" as she critiques the government’s spending choices.

'Targeted for Closure' – Cleanaway plans to reclaim land, displacing 1,000 club members

The Sydney Clay Target Club, a staple in Lucas Heights since 1975, is facing eviction as Cleanaway plans to expand its landfill site. With 1,000 members, the club provides a safe environment for clay target shooting, but now its future hangs in the balance.

'Defence on the Back Foot?'– Concerns grow over Australia’s military spending strategy

Tonight’s budget announcement will tackle key issues like energy relief, Medicare reform, and defence spending. Independent Senator Jacqui Lambie is calling for means-tested energy relief, but PM Anthony Albanese argues it would be too complicated.

'Council under fire' – Georges River Council refuses to explain controversial closure

The Merv Lynch Reserve dog park in Beverley Hills is set to close after Georges River Council voted 11-1 in favor of shutting it down.