A man has died in floodwaters in far north Queensland as Severe Tropical Cyclone Hayley weakens after crossing Western Australia’s Kimberley coast; Passengers have returned to Australia after a cruise ship ran aground on a reef off Papua New Guinea; Australians will welcome the new year with a focus on unity and resilience, as live celebrations take place across the country; As we head into the new year, let’s look back on some of the best bits from 2025.

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A man has died in floodwaters in far north Queensland as Severe Tropical Cyclone Hayley weakens after crossing Western Australia&rsquo;s Kimberley coast; Passengers have returned to Australia after a cruise ship ran aground on a reef off Papua New Guinea; Australians will welcome the new year with a focus on unity and resilience, as live celebrations take place across the country; As we head into the new year, let&rsquo;s look back on some of the best bits from 2025.
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Do you find the news cycle overwhelming?  Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?
Then you need The Quicky.   Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.  
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

The Quicky

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy. 

A daily news podcast that gets you up to speed on everything happening in the world. Hosted by journalist Claire Murphy.&nbsp;

The Quicky by Mamamia

Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?

Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.

It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

Do you find the news cycle overwhelming? Depressing? Confusing? Boring? Endless?
Then you need The Quicky. Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then deep dives on one topic you want to know more about.
It's the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day.

Aussies Gather To Welcome The New Year & The Moments That Gave Us Hope In 2025

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Melbourne woman charged with terrorism offences after she was allegedly involved with ISIS 
Labor hails controversial tax overhaul as 'for workers' while introducing the reforms to parliament
America strikes Iran again, as President Donald Trump denies reports of a deal on restoring traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
A new Australian study reveals one in five teenagers admit to having unwanted sex
Research has confirmed there's no such thing as 'baby brain' in new mums and dads
Australian actress Samara Weaving, 34, has welcomed her first child

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Host: Gemma Bath

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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<ul>
<li>Melbourne woman charged with terrorism offences after she was allegedly involved with ISIS&nbsp;</li>
<li>Labor hails controversial tax overhaul as 'for workers' while introducing the reforms to parliament</li>
<li>America strikes Iran again, as President Donald Trump denies reports of a deal on restoring traffic through the Strait of Hormuz</li>
<li>A new Australian study reveals one in five teenagers admit to having unwanted sex</li>
<li>Research has confirmed there's no such thing as 'baby brain' in new mums and dads</li>
<li>Australian actress Samara Weaving, 34, has welcomed her first child</li>
</ul>
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Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: New Evidence On The ‘Baby Brain’ & Aussie Actress Welcomes First Child 

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A shakeup to the JobSeeker system designed to move people into employment has been slammed by advocates 
A woman linked to Islamic State who was barred from returning to Australia tried to board a plae home
Mortgage holders could get a rate reprieve with as latest inflation figures drop
A new medicine has been approved in Australia for early stage 1 diabetes 
Naomi Osaka has copped criticism once again for her on court fashion
Matthew Perry's long time assistant has been jailed for his role in the actor's overdose death
What we know so far about the guest list to Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's wedding 

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Host & Producer: Taylah Strano 

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<ul>
<li aria-level="1">A shakeup to the JobSeeker system designed to move people into employment has been slammed by advocates&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">A woman linked to Islamic State who was barred from returning to Australia tried to board a plae home</li>
<li aria-level="1">Mortgage holders could get a rate reprieve with as latest inflation figures drop</li>
<li aria-level="1">A new medicine has been approved in Australia for early stage 1 diabetes&nbsp;</li>
<li aria-level="1">Naomi Osaka has copped criticism once again for her on court fashion</li>
<li aria-level="1">Matthew Perry's long time assistant has been jailed for his role in the actor's overdose death</li>
<li aria-level="1">What we know so far about the guest list to Taylor Swift &amp; Travis Kelce's wedding&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Matthew Perry's Assistant Sent To Prison & The Jobseeker Overhaul Explained 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/3ea926be-9be7-482a-8ac3-a44f016e43d1/clips/cf546111-fed8-4f6b-a814-b45601609052/transcript

🗞️ HEADLINES
Federal Government planning overhaul of employment services system
Headline inflation falls sharper than expected in April
Two men released without charge by police probing Desmond Filby's movements
Westpac fined $26 million for grossly negligent conduct
Harry Styles defends controversial staging for Together, Together tour

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Host: Ailish Delaney

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li>Federal Government planning overhaul of employment services system</li>
<li>Headline inflation falls sharper than expected in April</li>
<li>Two men released without charge by police probing Desmond Filby's movements</li>
<li>Westpac fined $26 million for grossly negligent conduct</li>
<li>Harry Styles defends controversial staging for Together, Together tour</li>
</ul>
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Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: Men Released Without Charge In Cop Killer Probe & Harry Styles Hits Back At Fan Fury

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/3ea926be-9be7-482a-8ac3-a44f016e43d1/clips/ca67c068-7f84-4fd8-9820-b45601606ee5/transcript

Aussies Gather To Welcome The New Year & The Moments That Gave Us Hope In 2025

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