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James Newberry targets Victoria's bail and crime record ahead of the election, taxpayers spend $20 million on a sparsely attended pre-COP event in Fiji. Plus, the ATO reverses its small business credit card ban as Jim Chalmers claims credit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ADF faces scrutiny over alleged waste of taxpayer money inside the Defence Department, retail theft reaches record levels as Chris Garnaut labels Victoria a criminal's dream state. Plus, the latest on an attempted hijacking terror attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese pushes global AI Guardrails while the US embraces boom, warnings over the security of electric cars have been ignored. Plus, Victoria’s Royal Commission into construction industry corruption has begun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up to 600 workers at a steel plant will be made redundant, ASIO Boss Mike Burgess has issued a terrifying warning. Plus, King Charles denies claims made in a new book by Princess Diana's brother. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria moves to decriminalise begging as Melbourne's hospitality industry warns of the impact, Campbell Newman weighs in on the One Nation-Andrew Hastie stoush. Plus, Queensland's credit rating faces a downgrade as Victoria comes under scrutiny. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rescuers race against time after devastating floods in Nepal, with dozens of Australians reportedly missing. Veteran Chris May says Australia is failing those who served. Plus, taxpayers foot a $650 a night hotel bill for NSW Small Business Minister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Sydney Swans has been rocked by the actions of five players and allegations of sexual assault, Albanese avoids directly apologising for his melons joke. Plus, Bowen's possible carbon-credit scheme will make life more expensive for Australians.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria heads toward an election with government waste under scrutiny, a national health crisis deepens as private health rebates face cuts. Plus, gambling reforms stall as racing industry warns of the impact on country clubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson unveils her chosen team of One Nation candidates, a statue dedicated to the former Victorian premier Dan Andrews sparks ire. Plus, Labor's tax hikes raise concerns that investors will exit the new home market.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria has a new premier as Ben Carroll replaces Jacinta Allan, Spain deploys troops after thousands of illegal migrants storm the enclave of Ceuta. Plus, fresh claims of corruption emerge over Victoria's Big Build projects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ALP conference is underway in Adelaide as a political rift develops within the party, experts warn the Brisbane Olympics could cost $20 billion. Plus, the Middle East war causes oil prices to surge as new attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh analysis raises new questions over Labor's capital gains tax changes, a Sydney arts show closes after backlash over anti-Catholic themes. Plus, Donald Trump claims intelligence shows China interfered in the 2020 US election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Farmers slam the Minns Government over a renewable energy project they say will destroy prime farmland, Jacinta Allan faces fresh pressure after being referred to Victoria's anti-corruption watchdog. Plus, Angus Taylor takes aim at One Nation.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian Liberals cancel meeting on Moira Deeming after legal action, questions grow over if Labor's housing policy is making it harder for first-home buyers. Plus, Labor faces fresh criticism over transparency after turning to the courts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police boss Mike Bush calls for mandatory sentencing in the crackdown on crime in Victoria, dodgy petrol retailers face huge fines as 1 in 20 petrol pumps are ripping Australians off. Plus, Nine network sack Karl Stefanovic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.