On Thursday, the New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her shock resignation, while also calling an election in October. 

Ardern has been at the helm of New Zealand for five years, not all of which have been smooth sailing. 

In this episode of The Quicky, we speak to Michelle Duff, who quite literally wrote the book on Jacinda Ardern, as we take a look back over her time as Prime Minister and find out how the people of New Zealand really feel about her resignation. 

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Host: Claire Murphy

With thanks to: 

Michelle Duff - Journalist and author of Jacinda Ardern The Story Behind an Extraordinary Leader

Chelsea McLaughlin - Mamamia's Senior Entertainment Writer, regular co-host on The Spill podcast and New Zealander

Producer: Claire Murphy

Executive Producer: Kally Borg

Audio Producer: Thom Lion

On Thursday, the New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced her shock resignation, while also calling an election in October. 
Ardern has been at the helm of New Zealand for five years, not all of which have been smooth sailing. 
In this episode of The Quicky, we speak to Michelle Duff, who quite literally wrote the book on Jacinda Ardern, as we take a look back over her time as Prime Minister and find out how the people of New Zealand really feel about her resignation. 
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CONTACT US
Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at <a href="mailto:thequicky@mamamia.com.au">thequicky@mamamia.com.au</a>
CREDITS 
Host: Claire Murphy
With thanks to: 
Michelle Duff - Journalist and author of Jacinda Ardern The Story Behind an Extraordinary Leader
Chelsea McLaughlin - Mamamia's Senior Entertainment Writer, regular co-host on The Spill podcast and New Zealander
Producer: Claire Murphy
Executive Producer: Kally Borg
Audio Producer: Thom Lion

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.

How New Zealanders Really Feel After 5 Years Of Jacinda Ardern

The first Monday in May has arrived, and with it, the most exclusive red carpet in the world. This year, the Met Gala’s Costume Art theme pushed the world’s biggest stars to move beyond pretty gowns and turn themselves into literal living sculptures.

While some celebrities like Emma Chamberlain and Heidi Klum fully embraced the assignment, others found themselves under the watchful, discerning eye of Anna Wintour. 

Mamamia's Head of Entertainment Laura Brodnik joins us to break down all the looks, drama and the celebrity story you might've missed yesterday. 

For more on The Met Gala make sure you check out the full run through on Mamamia's entertainment podcast The Spill here

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Pauline Hanson is considering running for the lower house
Labor to cut the freight rail line from Melbourne to Brisbane designed to take trucks off the roads
The US says the ceasefire with Iran is still in place despite both sides exchanging fire
The WHO says rare human transmission is behind the hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship marooned off West Africa

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guests: Laura Brodnik, Mamamia's Head of Entertainment 

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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The first Monday in May has arrived, and with it, the most exclusive red carpet in the world. This year, the Met Gala&rsquo;s Costume Art theme pushed the world&rsquo;s biggest stars to move beyond pretty gowns and turn themselves into literal living sculptures.
While some celebrities like Emma Chamberlain and Heidi Klum fully embraced the assignment, others found themselves under the watchful, discerning eye of Anna Wintour.&nbsp;
Mamamia's Head of Entertainment Laura Brodnik joins us to break down all the looks, drama and the celebrity story you might've missed yesterday.&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/the-spill/">For more on The Met Gala make sure you check out the full run through on Mamamia's entertainment podcast The Spill here</a>
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Pauline Hanson is considering running for the lower house Labor to cut the freight rail line from Melbourne to Brisbane designed to take trucks off the roads</li>
<li aria-level="1">The US says the ceasefire with Iran is still in place despite both sides exchanging fire</li>
<li aria-level="1">The WHO says rare human transmission is behind the hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship marooned off West Africa</li>
</ul>
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Hosts:&nbsp;Taylah Strano &amp; Claire Murphy
Guests: Laura Brodnik, Mamamia's Head of Entertainment&nbsp;
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach&nbsp;
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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Pauline Hanson's Plan To Become PM & The Met Gala News You Might've Missed

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The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.35 per cent.


Jefferson Lewis, the man accused of the tragic murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, was excused from his first court appearance in Darwin today. 


Award-winning Australian Author Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to charges of possessing and distributing child exploitation material. 


After years of intense legal maneuvering, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their high-profile lawsuit just weeks before jury selection was set to begin. 


The 2026 Met Gala has transformed the museum steps into a living gallery,

with Aussie favourites Nicole Kidman and Sunday Rose and Hugh Jackman making his red carpet debut with Sutton Foster.

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Host: Gemma Donahoe

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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<ul>
<li>
The Reserve Bank of Australia has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 4.35 per cent.
</li>
<li>
Jefferson Lewis, the man accused of the tragic murder of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby, was excused from his first court appearance in Darwin today.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
Award-winning Australian Author Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to charges of possessing and distributing child exploitation material.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
After years of intense legal maneuvering, Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled their high-profile lawsuit just weeks before jury selection was set to begin.&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
The 2026 Met Gala has transformed the museum steps into a living gallery,
with Aussie favourites Nicole Kidman and Sunday Rose and Hugh Jackman making his red carpet debut with Sutton Foster.
</li>
</ul>
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Host: Gemma Donahoe
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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HEADLINES: Craig Silvey Enters Child Exploitation Plea & Blake Lively Settles Legal Drama

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners are advised this episode contains descriptions of an Indigenous person who has died.

It's the story that has rocked Australia. A five-year-old girl disappeared from a town camp, sparking a desperate five-day search that ended in heartbreak.

As her family enters a period of deep sorry business in Central Australia, the nation is left grappling with the horrific circumstances surrounding her death. A 47-year-old man has been charged with her murder, while Alice Springs has been pushed to breaking point.

Today, we speak with Catherine Liddle, Arrernte and Luritja woman and CEO of SNAICC, to move past the headlines. We discuss the legacy of this little girl, the reality of life in the town camps, and why her family is pleading with politicians not to turn this tragedy into a political football.

🗞️ HEADLINES
Britney Spears has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge ending her DUI case
The Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates today
Rudy Giuliani is reportedly on ventilation after contracting pneumonia, his lungs damaged after the September 11 attack
Princess Eugenie is expecting her third baby as Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden welcome their third child Nautus

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guests: Catherine Liddle, CEO SNAICC

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach 

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here

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Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here!

Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander listeners are advised this episode contains descriptions of an Indigenous person who has died.
It's the story that has rocked Australia. A five-year-old girl disappeared from a town camp, sparking a desperate five-day search that ended in heartbreak.
As her family enters a period of deep sorry business in Central Australia, the nation is left grappling with the horrific circumstances surrounding her death. A 47-year-old man has been charged with her murder, while Alice Springs has been pushed to breaking point.
Today, we speak with Catherine Liddle, Arrernte and Luritja woman and CEO of SNAICC, to move past the headlines. We discuss the legacy of this little girl, the reality of life in the town camps, and why her family is pleading with politicians not to turn this tragedy into a political football.
🗞️ HEADLINES
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Britney Spears has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge ending her DUI case</li>
<li aria-level="1">The Reserve Bank is expected to raise interest rates today</li>
<li aria-level="1">Rudy Giuliani is reportedly on ventilation after contracting pneumonia, his lungs damaged after the September 11 attack</li>
<li aria-level="1">Princess Eugenie is expecting her third baby as Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden welcome their third child Nautus</li>
</ul>
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🎙️ CREDITS
Hosts:&nbsp;Taylah Strano &amp; Claire Murphy
Guests: Catherine Liddle, CEO SNAICC
Audio Producer:&nbsp;Scott Stronach&nbsp;
Group&nbsp;Executive Producer:&nbsp;Ilaria Brophy
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As Australia Mourns Kumanjayi Little Baby, Big Questions Have Been Raised 

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How New Zealanders Really Feel After 5 Years Of Jacinda Ardern

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