Sydney Now - Highlights

Ten years ago, the Sydney Morning Herald issued a stark warning… a 'tsunami' of ageing patients was heading for the NSW health system.  Well, it’s 2026, and according to health officials, that wave has officially crashed. Our hospitals are under unprecedented pressure, with over 1,200 beds a night taken up by patients who are ready to leave but have nowhere to go… But what if the solutions have been sitting right in front of us for a decade? Back in 2016, our guest today tried to bridge that gap with a 'transit lounge' for patients—an idea that worked, but was ultimately tied up in red tape.  Clinical Nurse Specialist, and Director at Wound Care Clinic Melissa Freeman joined us to speak more about it. 

One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson joined Sydney Now to speak about why her party opposes the federal government's hate speech bill.   

More than $300,000 raised has been raised for Bondi Junction heroNSW Police Inspector Amy Scott, who has been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of breast cancer. 

Trent Nikolic speaks with pollster Kos Samaras to expose the "Utopia-style" stupidity of local councils, arguing that while Australians pay record taxes, their local representatives are more focused on red tape and political debates than the "core business" of bins, roads, and basic community support.

Trent Nikolic critiques Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, accusing him of ignoring grieving families and community leaders for weeks, only to "cave" on calling a Royal Commission once he faced a private revolt from within the Labor Party's own ranks.

Sydney Barrister, writer and a lecturer in Australian Constitutional Law Gray Connolly speaks to Trent Nikolic about Anthony Albanese's decision to call a Federal royal commission into the Bondi terror attack. 

New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park has warned people to take Sydney's heat wave seriously after eight Sydneysiders were hospitalised with heat exhaustion.

Trent Nikolic speaks to Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence, NSW Police Assistant Commissioner and Full Stop Australia CEO on the domestic violence crisis in NSW.    Minister for Prevention of DV - Jodie Harrison NSW Police Assistant Commissioner - Peter McKenna Full Stop Australia CEO - Karen Bevan  

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Constitutional law expert, Gray Conolly joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Former Labor Party member, Mike Kelly, joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Waverley Councillor Michelle Stephenson joined 2GB Summer Drive to discuss NYE in Bondi.

Nine News correspondent, Tiffiny Genders joined 2GB Summer Drive.

NSW Police Detective Superintendent Guy Magee joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Hear the full interview with Nationals Leader David Littleproud on 2GB Summer Drive.

David Littleproud had some strong words in response to the Prime Minister's latest press conference.

Former Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, joined 2GB Summer Drive.

Hear the full interview with Former Treasurer, Josh Frydenberg, on 2GB Summer Drive.

Shadow Attorney General, Andrew Wallace, joined Trent Nikolic.

Nine News reporter Amalee Saunders joined Trent Nikolic to unpack the proposed changes, following multiple revelations about Anika Wells and Michelle Rowland's taxpayer funded trips.

Federal opposition leader Sussan Ley has urged Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to implement a commonwealth royal commission after the Bondi terror attack.

A global Islamic politics expert says a deadly terror attack like the one at Bondi was always at risk of happening.

There have been calls for a revised tobacco excise as the black market for illegal tobacco continues to flourish, with figures revealing how much the federal government has potentially lost in tax revenue

Clinton Maynard has been left stunned by a major supermarket's decision to sell gender-neutral gingerbread people.

Lucy Zelić reviews politicians throughout the year and assesses them for "exorbitant spending," the constant "defending of said spending," and their "constant lies."

NSW Transport Minister John Graham confirms the government's decision to implement two-way tolling on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

The local Fire and Rescue NSW station has sparked controversy after abandoning its half-century-old lolly run.  

Liberal Senator Andrew Bragg is pushing for a fundamental rewrite of the "Welcome to Country" ceremony to explicitly include "settlers".

Campbelltown GP Dr. Ken McCroary reacts to the damning AMA Report Card, arguing that Australians are facing a crisis where they "pay more, get less" from their private health insurance.  

Clinton Maynard is calling the decision to approve a pro-Palestine march that closes the Sea Cliff Bridge over a local surf life saving club event "stark raving mad".

Lucy Zelić has condemned the "traumatising" sex education presentation at Renmark High School, where Year 9 girls were allegedly taught explicit topics including "bestiality" and "incest" by a local Headspace centre.

Local Wollongong fisherman and 2GB listener Mark voices his fury over the police-approved pro-Palestine march that will close the Sea Cliff Bridge on Sunday afternoon.

Wes Lambert, CEO of the Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association (ARCA), discusses the tough new rules being implemented by small businesses to survive the busy festive season.

 Energy grid not ready for Eraring closure + Melbourne v Syd

Liberal Senator James Paterson has slammed the massive $1.6 million taxpayer bill to fund a new Greens partyroom in Parliament House. Paterson argues this nearly double the original cost is an example of the Greens' "policy hypocrisy," demanding to know why the party that constantly preaches financial restraint is happy to enjoy such a lavish and unneeded expense.

NSW Minerals Council Steve Galilee chats with Clinton.

Manly MP James Griffin is leading the charge for a new public transport service, calling for the urgent installation of a direct ferry service connecting Manly to Barangaroo.

Commentator Jason Morrison asserts that "Sydney has changed" significantly in recent years, arguing that the city's social norms and sense of unity are eroding.  

The local member for The Entrance, David Mehan, addressed the community's shock following a vicious dog attack that left a mother, Sharon, with serious leg injuries requiring surgery.

Senator Pauline Hanson confirmed to Clinton that her controversial burqa stunt was an act of defiance.

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been rebuked by parliamentary colleagues for wearing a burqa in the Senate chamber.

Kylie Brooks shares the harrowing account of her mother's vicious dog attack on November 12 near The Entrance Club. Kylie, whose mother suffered serious, graphic leg injuries and required major surgery, discusses the terrifying details of the unprovoked mauling and her frustration that the owner has not yet been charged.

New Liberal Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane has confirmed there will be no changes to the policies introduced by her predecessor, Mark Speakman.

A new study has revealed just how safe second-hand cars actually are.

Listen back to part of Mark Speakman's extraordinary announcement.

Lucy Zelić dives into the crucial question of whether Australian society genuinely values motherhood, arguing that the political debate around childcare is too focused on simply getting women back to work.

2GB Breakfast Host Ben Fordham provides a recount of the events from the funeral.