New changes will see Working With Children checks under a national system; More Aussie than ever before are taking certain illicit drugs; The Prime Minister has defended Australia’s move to recognise a Palestinian state amid criticism from the US; There’s been a recent push to revise Victoria’s burial laws to allow owners to be laid to rest with their pets; Skydance confirms Top Gun 3 film will remain on track following Paramount acquisition.

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New changes will see Working With Children checks under a national system; More Aussie than ever before are taking certain illicit drugs; The Prime Minister has defended Australia&rsquo;s move to recognise a Palestinian state amid criticism from the US; There&rsquo;s been a recent push to revise Victoria&rsquo;s burial laws to allow owners to be laid to rest with their pets; Skydance confirms Top Gun 3 film will remain on track following Paramount acquisition.
The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it&rsquo;s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner.
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Host/Producer: Taylah Strano
Audio Production: Lu Hill

The Quicky is Mamamia's daily news podcast covering what women are talking about today.

The Quicky is Mamamia's daily news podcast covering what women are talking about today.

The Quicky News Update

The Quicky Evening News: Friday August 15th 2025

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