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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 26 MIN

PM called ‘prick’ in parliament + Why the ‘joy economy’ is booming

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Friday Headlines:  90% of young Aussies will be better off under tax overhaul  US and Iran agree on 60-day ceasefire extension Australian joins rescue mission for Laos villagers trapped in a cave AFP commissioner defends Ben Roberts Smith airport arrest Blues women win clean sweep of Origin Deep Dive: The way Australians think about their money has shifted amid years of uncertainty and global impacts outside their control, according to a new report.  One of the big ways we’re seeing this is in Aussies focusing on the things they can control, from joining loyalty programs and rentvesting, to splurging on things that bring them joy and prioritising travel.  In this episode of The Briefing, ING’s CEO Melanie Evans sits down with Sacha Barbour Gatt to reveal why we’re seeing this, and whether the great ‘Australian dream’ has permanently shifted from full time work and houses to side hustles and investing. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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