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Australia Wide

ABC Australia
Australia
Climate Change
Queensland
South Australia
Western Australia
New South Wales
Alice Springs
Victoria
Northern Territory
Algal Bloom
Fishing Industry
Cyclone Fina
Mental Health
Housing Crisis
Gus Lamont
Regional Australia
Tiwi Islands
Cape York
Darwin
Exmouth Gulf

The sound of regional Australia. Daily news from the ABC's unmatched network of regional reporters hosted by Sinéad Mangan.

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Coverage that provides news and analysis of national issues significant to regional Australians.

A New South Wales man who believes Ivan Milat picked him up while hitchhiking as a teenager in the mid-1970s has told an inquiry that a speeding ticket saved his life.

The 50th anniversary of the Finke Desert Race has continued in the Central Australian outback, despite the death of a competitor on Sunday.

The sound of regional Australia. News and analysis from the ABC's network of regional reporters.

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Recent Guests

Keith Tonkin
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Episode: Australia Wide
Felicity Chapman
Aboriginal Weedle textile designer
Self-employed artist
Episode: Wagga Wagga's homeless have 'nowhere to go' despite emergency response
Dominic Cansdale
Our reporter on the Gold Coast
ABC Australia Wide
Episode: Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Hayden Smith
Reporter for Australia Wide in Launceston
ABC Australia Wide
Episode: Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Chloe Henville
Reporter for Australia Wide
ABC Australia Wide
Episode: Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Ben Hall
Quilpe Shire Mayor
Local Government
Episode: Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Danielle Stevenson
Quilpe real estate agent
Private sector
Episode: Queensland crackdown cuts illicit tobacco and vape shops, but black market adapts
Lani Otaway
Reporter covering the Walgon Valley story
ABC Australia Wide
Episode: Farmers buy CCTV cameras to stop fuel theft
Neil Monteith
Australian Climbing Association, Blue Mountains chapter
Australian Climbing Association
Episode: Farmers buy CCTV cameras to stop fuel theft

Hosts

Sinéad Mangan
Host who introduces budget discussion and conducts expert interviews
Alex Barwick
Host of Australia Wide

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Unrelentingly negative

    I really tried but if all news is bad news you’re not providing a balance view. Bye 👋

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maxtopia
    Australia20 days ago
  • NDIS pverhaul

    Gives me some comfort you’re not all AI 😅👏👏

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Maxtopia
    Australia2 months ago
  • Informative and Inspiring

    Not only informative, but also inspiring. In a time when I find myself confronted with an overwhelming feeling of hopelessness about our World, this wonderful podcast - and the ABC overall - gives me hope. I love the ABC - my ABC. Thank you, you ABC mob, you are beautiful! 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TreeSheila
    Australia4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners value the human-interest narratives that personalize policy impacts.
Listeners appreciate the grounded regional focus and practical policy context.
A couple of reviews highlight a warm, reassuring tone that reinforces trust in ABC regional reporting.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#231
United States/News/Daily News
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#54
Australia/News/Daily News
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#43
South Korea/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#94
Poland/News/Daily News
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#111
Saudi Arabia/News/Daily News
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#126
Japan/News/Daily News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How the community of Alice Springs is grieving following unimaginable tragedy
Q: Rachel, what is a community going through a shared traumatic event that's in the national spotlight? What does that look like?
It looks like people feeling deeply connected to the story whether they know the family or have worked with someone connected, and a need to center what families want—space, quiet, and support—while avoiding blame, all contributing to a collective process of bearing witness and moving through grief.
Tourists bussed out as cleanup underway in Exmouth
Q: Back in January, Vodafone announced that it had doubled its mobile coverage across Australia with regional network expansion. How does that message relate to the current advertising campaign?
Danika Lees explains that while Vodafone makes broad claims about regional coverage, the campaign's tone and imagery—especially the use of Ali Wong and references to long-distance connections—appear disconnected from the daily realities and needs of rural Australia, sparking concerns among regional groups that service levels and local messaging are out of touch.
The push to make central Queensland an even bigger defence hub
Q: What did the Gladstone mayor have to say about what this could mean to his community?
He emphasized the potential economic benefits of a defence hub and referenced successful examples of defence influence in other regions.
The push to make central Queensland an even bigger defence hub
Q: Why do these central Queensland councils believe defence should invest there?
They believe the region is ideal due to its strategic position in northern Australia and proximity to the Shoalwater Bay training area.
Victorian bushfires, gun laws, and surfing Broome | Australia Wide this week
Q: Are you worried about the next time the fire could flare up?
Yes, there's a fear of potential future fires despite the current containment efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Australia Wide

What is Australia Wide about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show presents a steady stream of regional Australian news, policy analysis, and on-the-ground human-interest stories. Episodes often blend national budget discussion—housing, first-home ownership, and regional development—with field reporting from towns and remote communities, alongside expert commentary from researchers and advocacy groups. A distinctive thread is how policy decisions ripple through everyday regional life, illustrated by profiles of individuals navigating disability access, transport challenges, and local resilience in the face of shifting regulations and economic pressures. The program stands out for its combination of policy context, local voices, and real-world impact, making it especially useful for listeners who ... more

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1. ABC News Daily
2. The World Today
3. AM
4. Law Report
5. Hack

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Australia Wide launched 8 years ago and published 1196 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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What guests have appeared on Australia Wide?

Recent guests on Australia Wide include:

1. Keith Tonkin
2. Felicity Chapman
3. Dominic Cansdale
4. Hayden Smith
5. Chloe Henville
6. Ben Hall
7. Danielle Stevenson
8. Lani Otaway

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