Star News Briefing
2,555 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★ - 1 ratingStar news flash briefing brings you the latest Australian and World news, from politics to sport and entertainment headlines.
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Elon Musk Goes Head To Head With The P-M Over X Content
April 23, 2024 06:47 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBElon Musk is continuing to hit back over the Australian government's order to remove graphic content from his social media platform. The case of the police officer accused of murdering a Sydney couple in February has been adjourned for eight weeks. And The Weeknd cancels Aussie tour dates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Temporary Legal Order Against X
April 22, 2024 19:56 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBX, formerly Twitter, must temporarily HIDE Bishop stabbing videos behind notices Australia has a new Astronaut! Diving gold for Australia And a London pub making the most of its "Taylor-made" popularity! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another Asylum Seeker Charged With Breaching Curfew
April 22, 2024 07:02 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBAnother asylum seeker who was released from immigration detention has been charged with breaching their visa conditions. A grim warning from the Treasurer -- that Australia's economic growth is likely to falter as the Middle East conflict rages. And Taylor Swift has shared exciting news on her socials See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bondi Comes Together in Grief
April 21, 2024 20:17 - 3 minutes - 2.92 MBA vigil held at Bondi Beach for the Bondi Junction victims A stabbing outside a Melbourne shopping centre The Sharks on top of the NRL ladder And why Becks is suing Mark Wahlberg! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victims of Bondi Tragedy Remembered at Beachside Service
April 20, 2024 23:05 - 3 minutes - 3.3 MBCandles lit at Bondi Beach to mark lives lost Brittany Higgins declares it's 'time to heal' US set to contribute billions to Ukraine See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Man Sets Himself on Fire Outside Trump Trial
April 19, 2024 22:22 - 3 minutes - 3.11 MBA man is fighting for life after setting himself alight outside a New York courthouse The treasurer warns middle eastern tensions will affect next month's budget Another man charged over Sydney riots See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Middle East Tensions On The Rise As Israel Hits Back At Iran
April 19, 2024 06:59 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBIsrael has hit Iran with a barrage of missiles -- as it strikes back for the weekend's attack on the Jewish State. The P-M is lashing social media companies for their handling of graphic videos taken at two Sydney stabbings. And It's a new era for Taylor Swift fans with the drop of her latest album. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Terrorism Charge for Alleged Church Stabber
April 18, 2024 19:37 - 2 minutes - 2.6 MB16-year-old boy charged with committing act of terrorism after Monday night's stabbing at a church in Sydney's south west A warning about meningococcal disease The Western Bulldogs roll the Saints And Taylor Swift's new album -- leaked! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Unemployment Rate Is Up With Job Losses Across the Country
April 18, 2024 07:02 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBThe Federal Government says the Aussie economy remains strong despite the loss of 6-thousand-6-hundred jobs. A Brisbane man has been charged-- over a botched cocaine importation. And Taylor swift is facing a album leak ahead of its drop on Friday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
$500,000 Reward for Info on Missing GC Mum
April 17, 2024 19:46 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBTammy Dyson went missing nearly 30 years ago: police now offering reward to try to solve the case A day of reflection planned for Westfield Bondi Junction Max King ruled out for the Saints in tonight's clash with the Dogs And double accolades for Bluey's musical composer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Westfield Bondi Junction To Reopen Tomorrow For Reflection Day
April 17, 2024 06:44 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBThe community is being offered a day of reflection -- as Westfield Bondi Junction prepares to reopen its doors tomorrow in the wake of Saturday's mass killing. The Federal Government has outlined its defence spending plan over the next decade, which will see some projects cut. And Ariana Grande's Nonna makes history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Investigations into a Mushroom Death in Victoria
April 16, 2024 19:43 - 2 minutes - 2.73 MBA 53-year-old woman is dead after consuming mushroom based drink at health retreat A French national deemed a hero after the Bondi Massacre, earns visa extension An Adelaide woman accused of attempting to smuggle a dazzling array of drugs and paraphernalia into prison A Collingwood AFL Premiership star forced out of the AFL due to ongoing concussion And a new gig for NFL star, Travis Kelce! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Calls For Calm Following Racially Motivated Terror Attack
April 16, 2024 06:44 - 3 minutes - 3.21 MBThe P-M calls for calm amid a racially motivated stabbing attack. There have been fiery scenes at a Parliamentary inquiry into grocery prices! And Swifties are angered after Taylor is labelled uninteresting by this artist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Church Stabbing Sparks Scary Scenes in Sydney
April 15, 2024 19:29 - 3 minutes - 3.52 MB4 men stabbed during livestream from church in Sydney's south west. A teenager arrested. Donald Trump in court for Stormy Daniels trial Giants star Sam Taylor doing well after suffering huge knock A real life kitchen nightmare for Gordon Ramsay And the sons of music royalty team up to pen song for a new generation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Parents Of Bondi Junction Killer Speak Of Their Heartbreak
April 15, 2024 07:14 - 2 minutes - 2.74 MBThe parents of the Bondi Junction killer have spoken of their heartbreak and devastation over the lives that have been taken. The FederaL Court has dismissed Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Network Ten. And All the stars were out for weekend one of Coachella See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Latest from the Bondi Massacre
April 14, 2024 19:24 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBFive of six people, killed in a stabbing attack in Sydney's east on Saturday, have been identified. Pro-Palestine protestors to blockade major choke points in Melbourne today The West Coast Eagles notch up their first win of the AFL season Tay Tay and Travis attend Coachella, where Grimes has had a set to forget! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Six dead in Horror Attack
April 13, 2024 22:01 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MBPolice remain at the scene of a shopping centre stabbing frenzy that's claimed the lives of six people Iran launches attack on Israel Liberals claim victory in Cook by-election See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liberals Hopeful of Retaining Scott Morrisons Former Seat
April 12, 2024 22:12 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBThe Opposition is hopeful it can win the Cook By-election Hundreds have shown their support for the families of murder victims in Ballarat Isarel warned to brace for attack from Iran See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Heartbroken Hubby Of Samantha Murphy Speaks Out
April 12, 2024 07:06 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBThe heartbroken husband of Samantha Murphy speaks out as anotehr search for her comes to an end. An Australian aid worker has described the moment her convoy was hit by gunfire in Gaza. And Taylor Swift turns down multi million dollar payday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Death of OJ Simpson
April 11, 2024 19:59 - 2 minutes - 2.71 MBFormer NFL-star-turned-acquitted-murderer OJ Simpson, has died at the age of 76 A Victorian fugitive, facing sexual assault offences, is on the run The Battle of Brisbane to be contested in the NRL tonight & Isla Fisher seen out for first time since announcing split from Sacha Baren Cohen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
P-M Unveils New Renewable Energy Policy
April 11, 2024 07:02 - 3 minutes - 2.87 MBThe P-M says his Government's "FUTURE MADE IN AUSTRALIA" Act will grow the economy and create highly-skilled jobs. Key recommendations of an NDIS review are being rejected by the disability community. And Prince William returns to social media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US Considering Albo Request to Drop Assange Charges
April 10, 2024 19:35 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MBJoe Biden says he'll look into dropping espionage charges against the Australian A march planned in a Victorian city, where 3 women have been killed in 9 weeks Gold medallists in athletics to receive $50 thousand US dollars at the Paris Games Why the North Melbourne AFL Club President has been forced off X And a new project for Aussie superstar Margot Robbie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Federal Government Is Spruiking Palestinian Statehood
April 10, 2024 07:03 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MBThe PM says the creation of a Palestinian state could make the Middle East more secure. New identity protection laws are having an impact, after they were brought-in following the Optus cyber breach. And Rihanna is copping it over this magazine cover See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Worries for Winegrowers Amid Over Supply
April 09, 2024 19:47 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBWine industry grappling with a glut, forcing down prices and sending some growers to the wall WA working on supply chain issues, after flooding cut off produce from eastern states One lucky Oz Lotto player 50 million dollars richer Fan favourite, Reece Walsh, back for Brisbane this Friday And Renee Zellweger reprises one of her most iconic roles! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Japan Pushes To Join Aukus Agreement
April 09, 2024 07:32 - 3 minutes - 3.36 MBThe PM is talking up our military ties with Japan ... as the country pushes to join parts of the AUKUS defence agreement. A curfew on under 18s in Alice Springs has been extended for another six days.. to curb a rise in youth crime. And is Lady Gaga engaged? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Third Woman Killed in Ballarat in Nine Weeks
April 08, 2024 19:42 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBA 21-year-old man will face court today, charged with killing 23-year-old Hannah Maguire Pets being surrendered at record rates as the cost of living crisis continues Why the NRL has decided NOT to honour the 300th game of Michael Jennings And revelations Aussie actress Isla Fisher consulted a divorce lawyer two years ago See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coalition Questions Supermarket Review Findings
April 08, 2024 06:56 - 3 minutes - 3.03 MBAn interim review into grocery prices has rejected the forced break-up of Coles and Woolworths. Israel is being urged to co-operate with Australia's special advisor on the death of seven aid workers. And The first foal from legendary mare Winx has smashed auction records See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
War NOT Over Despite Mass Withdrawal of IDF from Gaza
April 07, 2024 20:12 - 2 minutes - 2.17 MBOne IDF brigade remains, to secure corridor dividing Gaza Strip UN's Nuclear watch dog issues warning to Ukraine and Russia The AFL's Gather Round another huge success And Rebel Wilson declares the truth WILL come out, about Sacha Baron Cohen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thousands Evacuated As Sydney Rivers Peak
April 06, 2024 22:05 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBThe SES is continuing to respond to thousands of calls as floodwaters continue to wreak havoc Another boat arrives in WA Calls for an independent investigation into Israeli airstrike See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sydney Residents Brace for Flooding
April 05, 2024 21:14 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBEvacuation Centres have been set up in Sydney's west as rivers continue to rise Israel delivers its investigation findings into an attack that killed an Australian More asbestos found in Melbourne playgrounds See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Evacuations Immanent As Sydney Is Lashed By Heavy Rain
April 05, 2024 06:01 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBResidents in parts of Sydney's south-west have been told to prepare to evacuate, as heavy rain continues to bear down. Taylor Swift's sold-out Aussie concerts have helped lift retail trade by point three percent in February. And King Charles is reportedly planning a state visit to Australia in October See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seven Producer to Dish More Dirt on Lehrmann
April 04, 2024 19:03 - 2 minutes - 2.62 MBBruce Lehrmann's defamation trial against Network 10 continues in court today NSW being inundated with a big wet The Storm sneaks home against Brisbane The Crows unable to do the same against Melbourne And why Paul McCartney is singing the praises of Beyonce See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
More Energy Bill Relief Flagged In May Budget
April 04, 2024 06:02 - 3 minutes - 2.99 MBThe PM's flagging more help to cope with energy bills in next month's budget. Household spending has increased by three-point-six percent in the year to February. And Justin and Hailey Bieber are apparently very happy despite divorce rumours See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Basketball Star Slam Dunks AFL Further into Drugs Drama
April 03, 2024 18:48 - 3 minutes - 3 MBAndrew Bogut claims he's been offered drugs from AFL players The death toll rises after Taiwan quake Adelaide Oval to be the first major stadium in the world, to accept cryptocurrency And why Rebel Wilson's memoir is being quietly removed from shelves across Australia See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Israel Blames Misidentification For Air Strike Which Killed Aussie
April 03, 2024 06:06 - 3 minutes - 3.08 MBIsrael's military is blaming misidentification for a deadly air strike -- which killed seven aid workers, including an Australian. Rescuers are trying to pull survivors from dozens of collapsed buildings -- in the wake of a powerful earthquake in Taiwan. And Lizzo clarifies her quitting remarks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fresh Fears for Aid Delivery in Gaza
April 02, 2024 19:03 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBWorld Central Kitchen suspends aid delivery amidst death of workers A Brisbane man charged with killing his mother, who was visiting from WA A school shooting in Finland The Storm says it's raring and ready to go, after the bye Shannen Doherty getting her affairs in order, as she continues her cancer fight See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Calls For Israel Accountability Over Death Of Aussie In Gaza
April 02, 2024 07:18 - 3 minutes - 2.8 MBThe P-M is demanding "full accountability" from Israel, over the death of an Australian aid worker in Gaza. The federal government says new workplace legislation will examine sanctions for MP's behaving badly. And New music on the way for Kylie Minogue See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
War Escalates in the Middle East
April 01, 2024 18:51 - 3 minutes - 2.89 MBSuspected Israeli strike destroys Iranian consulate building in Syria's capital A Victorian family left devastated, after a double drowning on the GC Documents emerge of the first ever music festival Wests Tigers win a thrilling NRL clash against Parramatta Godzilla-Kong goes gangbusters at the box office See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Warnings Over Proposed Immigration Legislation
March 31, 2024 21:15 - 3 minutes - 2.82 MBThe Opposition fears rushed changes to migration laws has major flaws Network Ten's eleventh hour bid to enter new evidence in defamation case Two men drown in hotel pool on Gold Coast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trapped Cave Explorers Rescued After Night Underground
March 30, 2024 21:26 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBEmergency crews have worked overnight to free to cavers Health Insurance premiums set to rise Vets warn pet owners to keep Easter eggs out of reach See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Strike Action Threatens Easter Holiday Plans
March 29, 2024 21:29 - 3 minutes - 2.85 MBAir Traffic Controllers threaten to walk off the job Toddler reunited with her mother after up to four days alone Cheating students blackmailed by online syndicates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Beijing Scraps Tariffs on Australian Wine
March 28, 2024 21:24 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBChina has finally lifted crippling taxes on Australian wine Banks urged to do more to support Armaguard King Charles delivers Easter message See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Armguard Rejects Lifeline Offer
March 28, 2024 05:20 - 3 minutes - 2.95 MBArmaguard opts to go it alone Airports across the country gear up for the Easter travel rush The least affordable housing markets in the world named and shamed And Ryan Gosling launches his own production company See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dozens of Players Implicated in AFL Drugs Scandal
March 27, 2024 19:01 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBUp to 100 AFL players currently on the "injured" list after drug exposure A 2 week curfew in Alice Springs as youth crime reaches crisis point The Aussie women sweep their ODI series against Bangladesh Rapper Diddy implicates Prince Harry in his alleged dirty deeds And just who will be the new Bond, James Bond? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Music Fans In Mourning With Splendour In The Grass Cancelled
March 27, 2024 06:00 - 3 minutes - 2.97 MBSad news for music fans with one of the country's oldest and largest music festivals, Splendour In The Grass cancelled. Latest inflation figures show household power bills are beginning to ease, and gas prices are falling. And Sean 'Diddy' Combs has broken his silence over sex trafficking probe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Family Boating Tragedy off the SA Coast
March 26, 2024 19:19 - 3 minutes - 2.87 MBThree dead following a family boating accident at Port Lincoln The collapse of a Baltimore bridge raises eyebrows, but Biden reassures the world, it's an accident Julian Assange gains a short reprieve What has a rugby league legend shaking his head at the NRL And how Tay Tay and Travis have upset some gym rats in LA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tough Asylum Seeker Legislation Introduced To Parliament
March 26, 2024 06:24 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MBThe Immigration Minister insists tougher migration laws are designed to close a loophole, and would only apply to a small number of people. Fuel emissions standards have been watered-down, in a bid to address the concerns of car manufacturers. And Prince William and Kate Middleton have escaped to their vacation home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trial Date Set For Trump
March 25, 2024 18:45 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBDonald Trump's so-called "hush money" case, to go to trial on April 15 A man stuck in a storm water drain for three days Two AFLW players caught with cocaine Sam Walker cleared to play for the Roosters against the Panthers on Thursday night And Rebel Wilson reveals the 'star' trying to threaten her over her memoir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Soaring Power Prices Continue To Bite
March 25, 2024 06:24 - 3 minutes - 3 MBHundreds of Aussies are going on to electricity hardship payments every week ... as soaring power prices continue to bite. The federal government doesn't believe a further wage increase for Australia's lowest paid workers will be inflationary. And Ariana Grande has surpassed Taylor Swift for the most number one debuts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Post and Boast"ers to Face Possible Jail Time
March 24, 2024 19:08 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBPeople filming crime and posting in online, are the target of a new Coalition bill A Pro-Palestine rally at Sydney's Port Botany Concerns for koalas with the QLD Sport and Athletics Centre upgrade The Australian Grand Prix on track to become the biggest in the world And some words of encouragement for the Princess, from a young cancer survivor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.