Episodios

  • Australia's most wanted fugitive shot dead after seven-month manhunt

    Australia's most wanted fugitive shot dead after seven-month manhunt
    Mar 30 2026
    Desi Freeman, Australia's most wanted fugitive, was fatally shot by police after a 216-day manhunt following his murder of two police officers during a search warrant execution at his Paupunker property on 26 August. The fugitive opened fire on 10 attending officers, killing Detective Leading Senior Constable Neil Thompson and Senior Constable Vadim Devart Hothart before fleeing into dense bushland. Police located Freeman at a rural hideout approximately 200 kilometres from Paupunker, where he was shot after failing to surrender peacefully during a three-hour standoff.

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  • Grandparents clash with parents over discipline styles

    Grandparents clash with parents over discipline styles
    Mar 30 2026
    Australian seniors research reveals significant generational conflicts between grandparents and adult children over parenting approaches, with the biggest differences emerging in discipline, boundaries, behaviour expectations, manners and screen time management. Fifty per cent of grandparents surveyed believe today's parents are more lenient and rely heavily on negotiating with their children. The discussion highlights how modern parents working multiple jobs to meet financial pressures face different challenges than previous generations, suggesting grandparents could provide support rather than criticism.

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  • Social media giants face $50m fines over under-16 ban

    Social media giants face $50m fines over under-16 ban
    Mar 30 2026
    Five major social media platforms—Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube—face potential fines of nearly $50 million each for allegedly failing to comply with Australia's under-16s ban. The eSafety Commission has flagged the companies for non-compliance, though enforcement faces challenges as the platforms have significant resources to contest the penalties. Debate centres on whether financial penalties are sufficient deterrents or if more severe measures, such as temporary service suspensions, would be necessary to ensure compliance.

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    3 m
  • Australia seeks clarity on Trump's Iran war objectives

    Australia seeks clarity on Trump's Iran war objectives
    Mar 30 2026
    Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has called on US President Donald Trump to provide clarity on objectives in the escalating Iran conflict. Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirms Australia maintains engagement with the United States while emphasising Australia's defensive-only role and concerns about economic impacts on Australians, particularly rising fuel prices. Wong reiterates Australia's position on maintaining sanctions against Russian oil despite Asian countries turning to Russia for energy supplies.

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  • Koala furniture brand launches ASX debut

    Koala furniture brand launches ASX debut
    Mar 30 2026
    Online furniture brand Koala launches on the ASX with a $3.40 share price, valuing the company at approximately $300 million. The direct-to-consumer retailer challenges traditional furniture retailers like Harvey Norman, Nick Scali, and Temple & Webster, but enters the market during a period when consumers are reducing spending on large household items. Furniture retail stocks are down 30% to 50% year to date, making this IPO a significant test of investor confidence.

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  • Australia's most wanted fugitive shot dead after 216 days

    Australia's most wanted fugitive shot dead after 216 days
    Mar 30 2026
    Desi Freeman, Australia's most wanted fugitive, was shot dead by police after a 216-day manhunt, found 150 kilometres from where he fled after shooting two police officers in August. Authorities discovered evidence at a secluded site including a mobile phone, beer bottles and cooking utensils, suggesting he may have received assistance. Police are now investigating potential connections to the sovereign citizen community and searching for anyone who may have harboured the cop killer during his time on the run.

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    2 m
  • Social media giants face probe over under-16 ban

    Social media giants face probe over under-16 ban
    Mar 30 2026
    Five major social media platforms—Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube—are under investigation by Australia's e-Safety Commissioner for potential breaches of the under-16 social media ban. Communications Minister Annika Wells confirms enforcement action has begun, with evidence being gathered on how children are circumventing age verification through VPNs, false IDs and other methods. The platforms face potential fines of up to $50 million, with the e-Safety Commissioner building cases to take to federal court.

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    3 m
  • Uluru's Field of Light marks 10 years

    Uluru's Field of Light marks 10 years
    Mar 30 2026
    Uluru hosts the 10th anniversary celebration of Bruce Munro's Field of Light installation, featuring 50,000 glowing spheres spread across an area the size of seven football fields. The installation allows visitors to walk through illuminated spheres while experiencing the silence and natural beauty surrounding the sacred rock. The broadcast includes weather reports for Australian cities and showcases aerial and ground-level views of Uluru, with traditional owners the Anangu acknowledged.

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