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Budget drops and Gaza ceasefire negotiations

As the Albanese Government prepares for next week's budget, a steady stream of announcements have been drip fed to the public.

Published: YesterdayThu 9 May 2024 at 3:45am

Two men in suits walking under a tree with orange leaves in the courtyard of Parliament House.

Duration: 33 minutes

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Governments 'flailing' in DV crisis response

Following an emergency National Cabinet meeting, the Government announced nearly $1 billion of additional funding to combat violence against women.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese with Domestic Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner Micaela Cronin.

Duration: 32 minutes

Published: 2 May 2024Thu 2 May 2024 at 3:45am

Australia vs Elon and the budget starts to take shape

The legal feud between Elon Musk and the Australian Government is intensifying. The PM has labelled Mr Musk an "egotist", while Elon Musk has lashed out at what he says is the Australian government's "censorship".

Duration: 33 minutes

Published: 24 Apr 2024Wed 24 Apr 2024 at 4:15am

Social cohesion concerns follow stabbing attacks

Political leaders face a tough test amid concerns about social cohesion following a difficult week for Australians, who’ve been left reeling over two stabbing attacks.

Duration: 34 minutes

Published: 18 Apr 2024Thu 18 Apr 2024 at 5:00am

Has the government shifted on Palestinian statehood?

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has suggested the Albanese Government is considering recognising Palestinian statehood, saying a two-state solution is "the only hope" for peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

Penny Wong at a press conference standing in front of an Australian flag.

Duration: 33 minutes

Published: 11 Apr 2024Thu 11 Apr 2024 at 4:00am

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Program: The Party Room

Budget drops and Gaza ceasefire negotiations

Governments 'flailing' in DV crisis response

Australia vs Elon and the budget starts to take shape

Social cohesion concerns follow stabbing attacks

Has the government shifted on Palestinian statehood?

Discover more podcasts

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