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Sydney Now

2GB
Sydney
One Nation
Sydney, Australia
New South Wales
Australia
Liberal Party
Anthony Albanese
Liberal Party Of Australia
Labor Party
E-Bikes
Great Western Highway
ISIS
Electric Vehicles
Melbourne
Australian Politics
Fuel Prices
Anti-Semitism
Ben Roberts-Smith
Immigration
Anzac Day

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Missed the show? Catch up with the full show podcast with Lucy Zelic, filling in for Clinton Maynard 🎙️

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The man behind a petition to dismantle the Office of Special Investigation has told 2GB Sydney Now he does not condone the unlawful killing of civilians in a war.

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Shadow Attorney General Damien Tudehope has stood himself down as the NSW Liberals become subject to an ICAC inquiry.

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Lucy has had it with cancel culture and has taken issue with the Mad Witches for consistently going after men.

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Nelson Scott
2GB Federal Politics Reporter
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Episode: Sydney Now with Lucy Zelic 🚗🏙️📻 - Monday, 29th June
Claire Rowe
Leading Australian child psychologist
Independent/Academic
Episode: Sydney Now with Lucy Zelic 🚗🏙️📻 - Monday, 29th June
Trent Nikolic
Straight shooter for a Monday
2GB
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Mark Gaier
NRL analyst (MG)
2GB
Episode: Sydney Now with Lucy Zelic 🚗🏙️📻 - Monday, 29th June
Bernie Smith
New South Wales Secretary of the Shops Distributive and Allied Employees Association
Shops Distributive and Allied Employees Association
Episode: 'Outrageous proposal' - Unions and businesses unite against $150m Town Hall Square project
Robbie Slater
Socceroos legend
Soccer Australia / football pundit
Episode: Sydney Now with Clinton Maynard 🚗🏙️📻- Friday, 26th June
Don McLean
Legendary singer-songwriter interviewed about his career and American Pie
Self / Artist
Episode: '55 years of American Pie' - Legendary singer returns to Australia
Allegra Spender
Independent member for Wentworth
Wentworth electorate
Episode: 'Real world experience' - Allegra Spender on the purpose behind new Party
Anna Mears
Olympic cyclist and chef de mission for Australia at LA 2028
Australian Olympic Committee
Episode: Sydney Now with Clinton Maynard 🚗🏙️📻- Thursday, 25th June

Host

Clinton Maynard
Host of a weekday Sydney talk show with a focus on politics, budget policy, crime, and local issues; frequently features politicians and experts.

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4.1 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Hollie Hughes

    I’m so ashamed to be a Aussie

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Grutzj
    Australia7 months ago
  • Hollie Hughes

    Good on Hollie Hughes for giving her resignation from the Liberal Party.

    Politics is corrupt as hell.

    Politicians don’t care about us Australians at all- they only care about their pay package.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Grutzj
    Australia8 months ago
  • Tik tok

    Anyone over the age of twenty five and is not using it to monitor their children’s activities Should be on a pedo watch list

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    5
    KaiHerb
    Australiaa year ago
  • A I is fake news

    Trillion has 18 zeros

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KaiHerb
    Australia2 years ago
  • Interesting

    Interesting stories with a NSW focus!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rozmate
    Australia2 years ago

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Sydney Now with Lucy Zelic 🚗🏙️📻 - Monday, 29th June
Q: What is the Nakamal Agreement and why is it significant?
It is a security and policing pact between Australia and Vanuatu intended to limit China's influence in the region, with provisions on intelligence sharing and disaster response, while keeping Vanuatu open to policing cooperation with Australia and other partners.
'Real world experience' - Allegra Spender on the purpose behind new Party
Q: What about potential collaborations with other independents or parties—would you consider coalitions or aligning on issues?
Allegra describes openness to working with like-minded individuals on policies, while avoiding formal coalitions and prioritizing policies that benefit their communities, such as tax policy and gas taxes, as well as maintaining independence from controversial positions.
'Real world experience' - Allegra Spender on the purpose behind new Party
Q: Is the donation law changes in January a major objective of Community Strong Australia, and do they bias independents?
She acknowledges it as a factor, noting the laws were seen as designed to suppress minor parties and independents, and emphasizes the need for competitive politics and a pathway for independents to participate.
'Real world experience' - Allegra Spender on the purpose behind new Party
Q: You were elected as an independent; why form a party now and how will that affect voters in Wentworth?
Allegra explains the motivation is to provide a structure that supports independents to run for the Senate while keeping electorate-first voting, and to build a framework that helps people engage in politics without sacrificing local representation.
'$20' - Olympic great opens up on financial pressures at the peak of her career
Q: What's your take on the upcoming LA 2028 and the changes that may help athletes financially?
The focus should be on sustainable funding and opportunities for athletes to compete with security, so the pathway to LA 2028 is financially viable for a broad base of athletes.

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Daily weekday Sydney-focused news and current affairs show blending political analysis, consumer issues, transport and budget discussions with listeners and expert guests. The content tends to pivot around Australian politics, government policy, housing and taxation, road safety, and local Sydney developments, often featuring live interviews with politicians, economists, and reporters, plus timely commentary on breaking news. A notable trait is the mix of hard-edged policy analysis with accessible, sometimes provocative takes and light cultural segments, making it valuable for listeners who want practical implications for households and small businesses while staying plugged into city-wide happenings.

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2. Claire Rowe
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