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Two men are charged after Victoria raids uncover firearms and drugs, Coles is found by the Federal Court to have misled customers with fake discounts. Plus, the partner of former Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk faces court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal Court rules Coles misled customers with fake discounts, the Coalition vows to block new migrants from welfare until they gain citizenship. Plus, Ukraine says at least six people were killed in a major Russian attack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Commonwealth Bank shares suffer their biggest one-day fall on record, NSW and Queensland accuse Anthony Albanese of favouring Victoria on infrastructure funding. Plus, the partner of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk faces court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The treasurer and prime minister have been out defending the budget, Victoria's infrastructure has come out as a beneficiary of yesterday's budget. Plus, Richard Marles has joined to talk about reopening the Strait of Hormuz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Marles joins more than 40 nations to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz, Labor’s media talking points are revealed. Plus, Australia boosts AUKUS funding as the submarine agency expands.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New budget figures show net migration will be 35,000 higher than expected, the Greens cast doubt on backing Labor’s negative gearing changes. Plus, Donald Trump departs for a high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor is preparing to break a number of promises when it hands down tonight's budget, the body of Julian Ingram is believed to be found. Plus, seven Australian women who remain at a Syrian internment camp say they are now anxious to come home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Defence Department confirms a soldier has died during training in Jervis Bay, Australia and Vanuatu near a major strategic agreement. Plus, tonight’s budget targets criminal gangs and dodgy firms rorting support services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump says the US-Iran ceasefire is weak after rejecting Tehran’s latest proposal, Labor prepares to break key promises in tonight’s budget. Plus, Labour MPs call for UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation plans to target Labor seats in Western Sydney after a strong performance in Farrer, Labor will introduce changes to negative gearing. Plus, crocodile wrangler Matt Wright has been released from prison.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crocodile wrangler Matt Wright is released from prison after serving half his sentence, the man leading Iran's peace negotiations with the US has extensive ties to Australia. Plus, 11 people are injured after a boat exploded near Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump rejects Iran's 'totally unacceptable' peace response, four Australians and one permanent resident are expected to disembark the Hantavirus-riddled ship today. Plus, two ISIS brides will face court and launch bail application in Melbourne today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hantavirus cruise ship has now arrived in the Canary Islands, the Liberal Party faces defeat at the Farrer by-election. Plus, a woman has been reported after allegedly making antisemitic remarks at a children's netball match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fisherman dies after being swept off some rocks on the NSW Central Coast, senior US officials hold fresh talks aimed at securing a deal to end the war in Iran. Plus, PM Anthony Albanese pays tribute to his late mother for Mother's Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One Nation wins its first ever lower house seat in federal parliament, Iranian linked spy networks reportedly recruit Australian informants to monitor Israelis online. Plus, Putin says he may meet Zelensky if a peace deal is agreed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marco Rubio says Washington is waiting on Iran’s response to a peace proposal, Jim Chalmers paves the way for tax hikes on housing and trusts. Plus, three people dead after a volcano eruption in Indonesia.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An alleged ISIS slave speaks out demanding returned brides “pay” for abuse she endured, a driver charged after a pedestrian was killed in Sydney. Plus, seismic political change sweeps the UK after major elections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran and the US report maritime incidents in the Strait of Hormuz during US naval transit, Treasury forecasts inflation to reach 5 per cent by June. Plus, hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic said to not be the start of a pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran and the US exchange fire in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions flare, Anika Wells admits misusing taxpayer-funded travel. Plus, Victoria’s Coalition vows a public service hiring freeze if elected.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reports the US is striking targets in Iran, days after scrapping Inland Rail the government commits another $3.8 billion to Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop. Plus, Treasury expects inflation to hit 5 per cent by June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four ISIS brides and their nine children have arrived at Melbourne and Sydney airports, David Shoebridge criticises police after being stopped at a roadside drug test. Plus, Jim Chalmers is reportedly planning Covid-era style tax relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacinta Allan overturns a ban on a World Cup event at Federation Square, a major data breach hits thousands of Queensland students and teachers. Plus, a couple sues Monash IVF over an embryo mix-up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump says Iran wants to strike a deal, heavy police presence expected at Sydney and Melbourne airports ahead of ISIS brides arriving. Plus, Jim Chalmers plans tax relief to boost productivity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marco Rubio claims Hezbollah is posing a problem to Israel and Lebanon achieving a peace deal, four ISIS brides are attempting to return to Australia. Plus, the RBA warns planned cost-of-living handouts could undermine efforts to curb inflation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four women linked to former ISIS fighters seek to return to Australia, six child protection reports were made before the alleged murder of a five-year-old in Alice Springs. Plus, Palaszczuk cancels book tour events after her partner’s rape charge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US urges Australia to “step up” in the Middle East as Hormuz operations continue, the RBA warns budget handouts could fuel inflation. Plus, two marine rescue volunteers killed trying to save a sinking yacht in NSW are identified.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's budget for this financial year has been handed down showing record debt by the end of the decade, Labor is preparing a multi-billion dollar cost-of-living measure. Plus, Pauline Hanson is considering a move to the Lower House.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Decision day at the RBA with a third straight rate rise tipped in the “Hormuz Hike”, the man accused of killing Kumanjayi Little Baby faces court in the NT. Plus, the government eyes tax changes targeting investors in next week’s budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US claims it struck seven Iranian fast boats amid rising Middle East tensions, the RBA set to decide on a third straight rate rise. Plus, a man fronts court over alleged triple murders in Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least ten people have been taken to hospital after a shooting in Oklahoma, Jim Chalmers claims the upcoming budget will have more savings than spendings. Plus, public hearings have begun at the Royal Commission into antisemitism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A second vessel is hit in the Strait of Hormuz reported to be a tanker struck by projectiles, three people die on a cruise ship after a suspected hantavirus outbreak. Plus, Chalmers claims the upcoming Budget will have more savings than spendings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cargo ship sailing east of the Strait of Hormuz is attacked by "multiple small craft" near Sirik, Donald Trump casts doubt over Tehran's 14-point peace plan. Plus, public hearings begin today in the Royal Commission into antisemitism.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jefferson Lewis has been charged with the murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby in Alice Springs, the cost of fuel could rise again in coming weeks. Plus, a man has been arrested after three people were found dead in a home in Sydney's south-west.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump says air strikes on Iran remain an option as tensions escalate, Jefferson Lewis is charged over the murder of Kumantjayi Little Baby in Alice Springs. Plus, Bondi massacre victims call for Sydney’s Lord Mayor to cancel a forum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fuel prices face renewed pressure as Australia’s oil hits a wartime high, Queensland unveils six major storage and refinery hubs to boost fuel security. Plus, the government allocates $1.8 billion to make Medicare Urgent Care Clinics permanent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Partner of former Queensland premier Annastacia Palaszczuk charged over alleged rape, police charge a seventh person over a 2023 kidnapping in Sydney’s west. Plus, 168 pro-Palestinian activists taken to Crete after Israeli forces seize their ships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deal to end the Iran war slips further out of reach as Donald Trump rejects Tehran’s latest offer, fears of more unrest in Alice Springs over an accused child killer. Plus, voters head to the polls in the crucial Nepean by-election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spokesperson for the family of Kumantjayi Little Baby calls for calm in Central Australia, One Nation wants to cap immigration arrivals at 130,000 per year. Plus, Australia and South Korea reaffirm energy ties to strengthen supply chain resilience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NT imposes temporary alcohol restrictions in Alice Springs, Qantas and Jetstar cut flight capacity amid the Middle East conflict. Plus, new video released of Cole Allen over the White House Correspondents Dinner shooting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Violence erupts outside Alice Springs Hospital after a man is arrested over a five-year-old’s death, Jim Chalmers signals a productivity focus in the budget. Plus, the UK threat level raised to severe after a London stabbing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne paramedic has been stabbed twice in an unprovoked attack, Jim Chalmers is expected to unveil a multi-billion dollar blowout in the May budget. Plus, Virginia Bell will hand down her interim report into last year's Bondi terror attack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two dead after a light plane crashes into a hangar in Adelaide’s north, the mother of Beau Lamarre-Condon charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice. Plus, Chinese oil firms enter direct talks with Australia’s jet fuel sector.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump warns Iran to “get smart” as talks stall, grandparents of the missing five-year-old in Alice Springs make a desperate plea. Plus, Jim Chalmers to reveal a multi-billion-dollar budget blowout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mother of accused killer Beau Lamarre-Condon is charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice, Australia's inflation rate has reached a nearly three-year high. Plus, police believe five-year-old Sharon Granites is still alive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NT police believe missing five-year-old Sharon Granites is still alive, slain police killer Dezi Freeman allegedly had hundreds of child abuse files on seized devices. Plus, the NSW government to lift a gas exploration ban after energy warnings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

King Charles addresses US Congress, becoming only the second monarch to do so, Anthony Albanese to frame the budget around social cohesion. Plus, Sky News reports two ISIS brides set to be arrested on return to Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade and ends the war, the partner of Ben Roberts-Smith has apologised after calling Andrew Hastie a 'traitor'. Plus, the Coalition pledges to double Australia's fuel reserves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith's partner apologises after calling Andrew Hastie a traitor, Donald Trump names David Brat as ambassador to Australia. Plus, Labor won’t rule out changes to capital gains tax discounts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alleged gunman in the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting faces court in Washington DC, the Coalition pledges $800 million to boost fuel reserves. Plus, a senior barrister quits the CFMEU clean-up in a blow to the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FBI has raided the home of the alleged White House Correspondents' Dinner gunman, new pictures have been released of the suspected gunman. Plus, an indigenous veteran has condemned disruptions and booing at Anzac Day dawn services.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.