The Bond Report

Victorian Liberals prepare to decide Moira Deeming's future, Australia's smoking rate falls to a record low as the illicit tobacco trade surges. Plus, confusion grows over whether the national anthem will be played at next year's Australia Day cricket match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition leader Angus Taylor launches his biggest attack yet on One Nation, Broadcaster Derryn Hinch has died at the age of 82. Plus, more pressure mounts on the government to cut the cigarette tax as the illicit tobacco market persists to grow.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Liberals delay action against Moira Deeming after a Supreme Court hearing, Defence Minister Pat Conroy doubles down on claims Sir Robert Menzies was a Nazi appeaser. Plus, Labor's new social media duty of care sparks censorship fears.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese defends his tax hikes as Labor passes a $77 billion budget overhaul, ISIS bride Kawsar Ahmad is granted bail. Plus, a major Jewish group says hate speech laws don't work and censorship is counterproductive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition call for a budget redo as there is a CGT inquiry into Labor's tax changes, Anthony Albanese lies about migration levels as hospitals buckle under the strain. Plus, Tasmania's government pulls the bill to ban greyhound racing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A planned protest raises safety fears forcing One Nation to relocate a fundraising event, there are more riots in Belfast after the attempted beheading of a man by a Sudanese asylum seeker. Plus, AUKUS is at risk after the UK defence secretary resigns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM gives some extraordinary excuses for his broken tax promises, and the government faces pressure over cuts to veteran healthcare. Plus, the co-founder of the Australian Greens on why he has quit the party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major property organisations issue a warning over the government's tax changes, and concerns of potential watchdog bais when it comes to transgender lobby group ACON. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The budget triggers debate over a quasi death tax and Labor fractures over policy direction, Prisoners in Victoria lose sentence days due to COVID disruptions. Plus, questions over reducing power prices amid the energy transition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More fallout from the federal budget as there are warnings over negative gearing changes making it harder for first-home buyers, pressure mounts on UK PM Keir Starmer. Plus, NT man charged over a swastika tattoo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ISIS bride and children return to Australia as three women face charges, debate grows over proposed capital gains tax changes ahead of the budget.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The arrest of Jefferson Lewis sparks violence at NT hospital as Kumantjayi Little Baby's family calls for calm amid the riots, Annastacia Palaszczuk's partner is charged with rape. Plus, the Nepean by-election showdown begins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith is granted bail ahead of his trial with questions over the case, Tasmania’s Liberal government delays a vote on banning greyhound racing after lacking support. Plus, police push to cut cigarette tax to curb illicit tobacco. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and Singapore sign a fuel agreement as Albanese tries to secure the country's fuel supply. Plus, the Australian Border Force suggest tobacco tax must be cut because enforcement alone will not stop the huge criminal enterprise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia sends SAS troops to the Middle East and Donald Trump vows to destroy Iran, the government discuss relaxing restrictions on the quality of fuel to open up supply. Plus, the US War Secretary sacks his Army Chief of Staff. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump takes a swipe at the Australian government over its lack of support in the Iran war. Plus, Greens co-founder Drew Hutton on why he thinks One Nation is on the rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All eyes are on One Nation ahead of the South Australian election. Plus, the Prime Minister is heckled while visiting a mosque in Sydney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Nationals leader David Littleproud exclusively reveals when he first decided to step down. Plus, SA Premier Peter Malinauskas warns One Nation poses a threat to Labor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exclusive new polling reveals many Australians support cutting the tobacco excise to crack down on the illicit market. Plus, Iran claims it is ready from a land invasion from the United States. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers won't rule out changes to negative gearing, Northern Territory's Administrator has been sworn in today despite violent protests. Plus, Hillary Clinton has testified to a US Congressional Committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caleb’s take on Pauline Hanson’s controversial comments about Muslims. Plus, what does former Prince Andrew’s arrest mean for the future of the monarchy? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angus Taylor prepares to take the Coalition for the fight of its life. Pauline Hanson reacts to the Liberal leadership spill. Plus, the push to let people climb Mt Warning after years of closure due to it being a sacred indigenous site.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A secret compensation payout to a female prisoner who was sexually assaulted by a transgender inmate. Plus, the push to give parents a choice over how childcare funding is spent.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Hastie bows out of the race for the Liberal leadership, setting the groundwork for Angus Taylor to mount a challenge against Sussan Ley. Plus, it was a week of thugs destroying monuments to our country and burning flags. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Littleproud reflects on the Coalition split and what’s next. Plus, Victorian youth crime back in the spotlight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.