Star News Briefing
2,594 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days 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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The Legacy of the Outgoing Queensland Premier
December 10, 2023 20:22 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBAnnastacia Palaszczuk stepping down, proud to have presided over the first majority female cabinet in Australian state and federal history A shake-up to Migration Rules The Aussie Women's 7s continue unbeaten start to season And Mariah Carey pulls two rabbits out of her hat at Madison Square Garden See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Crackdown on Foreign Investors to Help Ease Rental Crisis
December 09, 2023 21:23 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBOverseas property buyers to be slapped with new fees and taxes to free up more rentals Queensland braces for wild weather More young Australians relying on buy now pay later services See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Another Immigration Detainee Taken into Custody
December 08, 2023 22:07 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBA sixth recently released immigration detainee has been arrested by federal police Migration numbers set to be slashed Christmas shoppers urged to be wary of scammers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Firefighters On Alert As Heatwave Crosses Australia
December 08, 2023 06:39 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBA heatwave is crossing the country, from WA to the coastal parts of New South Wales. A key part of the AUKUS military pact is now closer to fruition -- after U-S lawmakers struck a deal. And Is Travis Kelce set to propose? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Authorities on Alert as Heat Wave Hits
December 07, 2023 19:38 - 3 minutes - 3.69 MBMuch of Australia facing extreme weather conditions A major step forward in cancer research The Brisbane Heat red hot in the BBL season opener And a golden milestone for Lady Gaga See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Fifth Asylum Seeker Arrested As Tough Migration Laws Pass
December 07, 2023 06:10 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBA fifth asylum seeker has been arrested, less than a month after being released after a controversial High Court ruling. The Federal Government insists the N-D-I-S isn't going anywhere -- despite a report making dozens of recommendations to curb massive cost blow-outs. And Taylor Swift reignites fued with Kim Kardashian See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dangerous Asylum Seekers Headed Back to Detention
December 06, 2023 19:40 - 3 minutes - 3.47 MBLaws have passed Federal Parliament, giving courts power to put dangerous asylum seekers back in detention An American man linked to last year's horror ambush of police officers in rural Queensland BoJo facing tough questions as the inquiry into his handling of Covid continues The men's Big Bash League to launch tonight with a "Big Show" at the Gabba And Taylor Swift named Time's Person of the Year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Politicians Trade Barbs After Another Asylum Seeker Arrest
December 06, 2023 05:51 - 3 minutes - 3.51 MBThe Attorney General has lashed-out furiously after being asked whether the Government should apologise -- after four released immigration detainees allegedly re-offended. Commonwealth, state and territory governments have agreed to boost spending on the N-D-I-S and Medicare at National Cabinet. And Is Cardi B heading for divorce? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cost of Living Pressures Fuelling Extra Stressful Xmas
December 05, 2023 19:12 - 2 minutes - 2.77 MBBeyond Blue prepared for super busy December, amid cost-of-living pressures The Matildas to field a near full-strength side for their second clash with Canada tonight and the Critics Choice Nominations have been named, and The Morning Show, featuring Jen Aniston and Reece Witherspoon is leading the way with 6 noms... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Third Freed Asylum Seeker Arrested In Detainee Drama
December 05, 2023 05:02 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MBThe Opposition has delivered a stinging rebuke to the Government -- following revelations yet another freed asylum seeker has been arrested. Interest Rates have been left on hold at 4-point-3-5 per cent. And Taylor Swift breaks another record See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released Detainee Facing Fresh Charges
December 04, 2023 19:03 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBA detainee released under recent High Court decision, has allegedly reoffended A major Westpac outage has been rectified The Reserve Bank expected to keep interest rates on hold at final meeting of 2023 Former Aussie teammate Joe Burns, throws his support behind Davy Warner and what does Barbie and the Donald Trump prosecutors have in common?... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor M-P Passes Away After Battle With Breast Cancer
December 04, 2023 06:44 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBPenny Wong has given a tear-filled tribute to her Labor colleague Peta Murphy, who has died after a long battle with breast cancer. The Federal Government has released legislation designed to put some freed asylum seekers back into custody. And Post Malone spent up big at a Melbourne Nando's - find out how much. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cost-of-Living Crisis to Bite Supermarket Giants
December 03, 2023 19:17 - 3 minutes - 3.69 MBA Senate Inquiry will probe the billion dollar profits of Coles and Woolies How the migration rate is impacting the Reserve Bank A group of masked neo-Nazis march in regional Victoria The Brisbane Lions go back-to-back in the AFL-W And why Michael B Jordan's Ferrari has seen better days... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Israel/Hamas Ceasefire Hopes Dashed
December 02, 2023 21:18 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBIsraeli Prime Minister says truce talks have come to a dead end Senate Inquiry to investigate if Australia's supermarkets are price gouging Australia has joined more than 100 countries promising triple the use of renewable energy by the end of the decade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fighting In The Middle East Is Intensifying
December 01, 2023 21:08 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBMore than 100 people have been killed in new airstrikes on the Gaza Strip The states are threatening to raise taxes, unless the federal government tops-up their G-S-T payments. New figures show a growing number of Australians are taking out private health insurance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Border Force Crackdown On Asylum Seeker Boats
December 01, 2023 06:14 - 3 minutes - 2.93 MBBorder Force believes the High Court decision overturning indefinite detention is being exploited by people smugglers. Fighting has recommenced between Israel and Hamas in Gaza following a 7 day temporary truce. And Beyonce has dazzled on the red carpet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Warm Summer Ahead
November 30, 2023 21:37 - 2 minutes - 2.23 MBWarmer than usual days and nights are forecast for the next 3 months Lobster prices set to soar ahead of Christmas Former US President Donald Trump gagged... again! Netballers still not satisfied with their latest payment offer And a new love interest for a Simpsons favourite See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A War Of Words Has Broken Out In Federal Parliament
November 30, 2023 06:22 - 3 minutes - 3.01 MBThe Opposition Leader is demanding an apology ... after senior Labor ministers labelled him a "paedophile protector". An international economic agency believes there's no need for another interest rate hike. And The Royals who spoke about skin colour of Prince Harry's son revealed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Calls to Keep Interest Rates on Hold
November 29, 2023 19:40 - 2 minutes - 2.75 MBNegotiations continue for an extension to the ceasefire in Gaza The Victorian Government willing to discuss legalising cannabis for recreational use An on-fire Brisbane Heat moves through to W-BBL final Jennifer Aniston calls on her Insta followers to support the Matthew Perry Foundation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inflation Down Gives Homeowners Hope
November 29, 2023 06:06 - 3 minutes - 3.13 MBHomeowners may be given a reprieve from another interest rate hike, with the latest inflation data coming in much lower than expected. About a-million Aussies are being urged to check their My Gov account, to see if they're be owed a rebate from Medicare. And Taylor Swift shacking up with her new boyrfriend for a few weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Miracle Rescue in India
November 28, 2023 19:04 - 3 minutes - 2.87 MBPlans ongoing regarding truce in Middle East A worrying upward trend in asthma-related deaths Australia keeps its T20 series against India alive, with 5 wicket win New details on the death of John Lennon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
High Court Hands Down Reasons For Detention Policy Flip
November 28, 2023 05:43 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBThe High Court has handed down its reasons for overturning Australia's immigration detention policy. Tough new regulations are being brought in to curb rising rate of vaping among younger Australians. And Meghan Markle is facing a defamation trial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ceasefire Extended
November 27, 2023 19:03 - 2 minutes - 2.42 MBThe truce in the Gaza conflict has been extended by two days The families of a lost wartime shipwreck, come together Concerns Queensland's fire ant infestation is on the move south Monique Conti named AFLW Best and Fairest Shakira in trouble for tax... again! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Truce Continues in the Middle East
November 27, 2023 04:50 - 2 minutes - 2.3 MBTalks continue for the release of more hostages and prisoners, in Gaza and Israel More asylum seekers released following High Court decision 109 people arrested after protesting beyond the agreed 30 hours, at the Port of Newcastle in New South Wales Australia goes down in the Davis Cup tennis final for second straight year 50 songs for 50 years being celebrated for Mushroom Records See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Delicate Hostage Exchange Continues
November 25, 2023 21:23 - 3 minutes - 2.81 MBHostage Swap Continues after Hamas delayed the handover Bio security alert issued after Red Fire Ant is discovered Pope Francis taken to hospital See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Pause In Combat As More Hostages Are Released
November 24, 2023 20:51 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBDozens of Israeli and Palestinian Hostages are being released during a four day Ceasefire Shoppers flock to bag a bargain at the cyber weekend sales Thousands of Australians turned away from New Zealand over bio security concerns See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Four Day Ceasefire In Israel-Hamas Conflict Underway
November 24, 2023 06:22 - 3 minutes - 3 MBA four-day ceasefire is now underway in the Israel-Hamas conflict -- paving the way for a prisoner-and-hostage transfer. Authorities are warning residents impacted by a large bushfire in Perth's north to stay away and let firefighters do their job. And Miley Cyrus has celebrated her birthday in the best way possible See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Productivity Commission Calls For Free Childcare For Low-Income Families
November 23, 2023 18:46 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MBFamilies earning less than $80k a year would benefit Gaza ceasefire to begin in the coming hours Ten homes lost in Perth bushfires Taylor Swift tickets up for grabs on Ticketek Marketplace resale Aussie lose first T-20 against India Celebrities dish out Thanksgiving dinner to LA homeless See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Homes Lost As Perth Bushfire Rages
November 23, 2023 05:24 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBAuthorities have confirmed at least ten homes have been destroyed by a large bushfire in Perth's North. There will be a boost in federal funding for renewable energy, in a bid to make sure Australia hits its emissions reduction targets. And Is a Lady Gaga and Will.I.Am collab in the works? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Four-Day Gaza Ceasefire To Begin In Coming Hours
November 22, 2023 18:44 - 3 minutes - 2.98 MBFifty Israeli hostages and 150 Palestinians to be freed RBA Governor again hints at more rate rises Guns N' Roses frontman sued for sexual assault Australia clash with India in T20 series Eddie Murphy to return in Beverly Hills Cop franchise See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Israel And Hamas Agree To Temporary Ceasefire
November 22, 2023 06:29 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBThe Foreign Minister says she's hopeful of progress in the Middle East -- after Israel and Hamas agreed to a temporary ceasefire. Bruce Lehrmann has given evidence in his defamation trial with Network 10 and journalist Lisa Wilkinson. And Olivia Rodrigo has a secret social media account that she uses to stalk her crushes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
RBA Governor Warns of Another Rate Rise Due To Wage Growth
November 21, 2023 18:45 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBMichelle Bullock says wage rises are adding to inflation More than two dozen people arrested during a Pro-Palestinian rally Hopes grow of deal in Gaza 3G mobile wrapping up Socceroos take 1-nil win over Palestine in World Cup qualifier BBC takes Top Gear off the air See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
War Of Words Erupts Between Australia And China
November 21, 2023 06:03 - 3 minutes - 3.43 MBA war-of-words has erupted over China deliberately using Sonar, which injured an Australian Navy Diver in International Waters off Japan. A woman has died in hospital -- days after suffering serious injuries in a fall at the Robbie Williams Concert in Sydney. And ASAP Rocky to stand trial See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Optus Begins Search For New CEO
November 20, 2023 18:52 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBFormer Premier Gladys Berejiklian tipped to take over Federal government seeking advice on reincarceration of some asylum seekers Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal kicks off Socceroos face off with Palestine in World Cup qualifier tonight Shakira avoids trial over tax fraud See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taylor Swift Wins Big At Billboard Music Awards
November 20, 2023 06:48 - 3 minutes - 3.32 MBTaylor Swift has won big at this years Billboard Music Awards taking home ten gongs all up including the Top Artist award for the third time. The Opposition says Anthony Albanese must clarify whether he raised a naval incident with the Chinese President. And Optus CEO steps down from the top job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aussie Men Claim Sixth Cricket World Cup
November 19, 2023 18:28 - 3 minutes - 3.14 MBAustralia beating India by six wickets Hamas and Israel close to hostage deal Cameraman and pilot feared dead in crash in Port Phillip Bay Scam warning ahead of Black Friday sales Kanye West on a break with Aussie wife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Taylor Swift Addresses Concert Death
November 18, 2023 19:49 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBNSW Police investigate fatal house fire Elon Musk's spaceship launch Socceroos announce Gaza donation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victims Fear For Safety After High Court Ruling
November 17, 2023 21:26 - 3 minutes - 2.83 MBThe daughters of an Iranian refugee who killed their mother fear he'll be released from detention Jumping Castle business faces charges Fewer young Aussies are drinking alcohol See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Optus CEO Faces Parliamentary Grilling
November 17, 2023 06:42 - 3 minutes - 3.34 MBOptus says an investigation is underway into why more than 200 customers were unable to call triple-zero during last wednesday's outage. The Prime Minister insists he was "fully involved" in the formation of tougher immigration laws. And This high profile rapper is facing rape accusations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New Visa Rules Rushed Through Federal Parliament
November 16, 2023 18:46 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBThe rules will ensure the group abides by a curfew and is monitored Optus' CEO to face Senate grilling over network outage UN calls for probe into war crimes in Gaza Aussie men through to one day World Cup final Snoop Dogg ditches smoking See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Visa Laws Tightened In Wake Of High Court Ruling
November 16, 2023 07:22 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBSenior Ministers have reached a deal with the Coalition -- to tighten Australia's visa laws further, in the wake of a High Court ruling. Australia's unemployment rate has climbed by point-1 of a per cent in October. And Billie Eilish forced to take out a restraining order See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Troye Sivan Cleans Up At ARIAS
November 15, 2023 19:01 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBSivan took out four gongs including Song of the Year for Rush WHO slams Israel following raid on Gaza's largest hospital High-risk infrastructure projects to be axed Australia Post to begin weekend deliveries ahead of Christmas India though to the World Cup final See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wages Are Up But Still Not In Line With Inflation
November 15, 2023 06:28 - 3 minutes - 3.38 MBThe Opposition says Aussie wages aren't being given the focus they deserve -- after new figures show they're not keeping up with inflation. Australia's power network is expected to be put to the test over summer. And All the hottest stars have walked this years Aria awards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cyber Criminals Stealing Australian Data Every Six Minutes
November 14, 2023 19:05 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBThere's been a 23% jump in reports of cyber crime over the past year Rain is worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza There's been a 100% jump in complaints against airlines Queenslanders urged to mask up in public thanks to another Covid wave Matildas named Australia's Word of the Year See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
81 Asylum Seekers Released Into Community On Strict Conditions
November 14, 2023 06:41 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBAnother asylum seeker has been released from indefinite detention after last week's High Court ruling. A top United Nations expert on the situation in Palestine, believes Israel should make peace with Hamas. And Billie Eilish has admitted she's attracted to girls See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gaza Hospitals Run Out Of Fuel As Fighting Intensifies
November 13, 2023 18:48 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBIsrael claims Hamas is using tunnels under the largest hospital Al Shifa Optus reveals cause of network outage Former British PM David Cameron makes return to high office Lion recaptured after escaping near Rome Sixers take win over Hurricanes in Women's Big Bash Denzel Washington to play ancient warrior Hannibal in Netflix movie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Government Accepts All Recommendations From Failed Robodebt
November 13, 2023 06:57 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBThe Federal Government insists it has confidence in Services Australia -- after accepting ALL the recommendations from the Robodebt royal commission. Optus has revealed a software upgrade is what's behind Wednesdays outage. And Travis Kelce has jetted out after taylor Swift rendezvous See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thousands Rally Across Australia To Protest Gaza Conflict
November 12, 2023 19:08 - 3 minutes - 3.17 MBForeign Minister criticised over her call for a ceasefire in the Middle East Six killed in Victorian crashes Lion on the loose near Rome India continues to dominate at Cricket World Cup Terminator coming in Netflix as anime series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cyber Attack Cripples Major Ports
November 11, 2023 21:23 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBMajor disruptions to the delivery of goods after major port operator is targeted by cyber criminals Investigations continue into the tragic death of two toddlers Calls for a freeze on rent increases See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Violence Erupts in Melbourne
November 10, 2023 21:21 - 2 minutes - 2.45 MBPro-Palestinian and Israeli supporters clash on Melbourne streets Two men rescued after plane crash Matthew Perry's death certificate released See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.