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The Update

Nova Podcasts
Australia
Telstra
Bird Flu
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Sydney
Anthony Albanese
Pauline Hanson
One Nation
Migration Policy
Melbourne
Gambling Reform
China
Donald Trump
Sydney Swans
Labor Party
United States
AUKUS
Australian Government
Brisbane
Inflation

The Update from Nova Podcasts brings you the latest Australian and world news: from politics to sport and entertainment headlines. Releasing 3 times a day.

Listen to us in your smart speaker by asking for: Nova news flash briefing.

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Latest Episodes

The Opposition has accused the federal government of being deceptive over claims first-home buyers are thriving.

A 17-year-old boy is fighting for life after falling from a moving train on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Harry Styles is upgradin... more

Anthony Albanese delivers his maiden speech, urging the world to go electric.

The CEOs of the big four banks are in for a grilling in Canberra today

and

Jacob Elordi and Kendall Jenner are dog parents now?!

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David Jones has confirmed plans to close half its stores across the country.

The Opposition is accusing the federal government, of presiding over "a once-in-a-generation housing downturn”.

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Kylie Jenner faces yet another lawsuit.

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The PM meeting Chris Bowen in Türkiye for COP31 this afternoon

11 fallen diggers identified for the first time as Australia marks Remembrance Day

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Bella Hadid loves a hard launch… or so it would seem....

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Recent Guests

Jason Kwon
Chief Strategy Officer, OpenAI
OpenAI
Episode: Senior Open-AI Exec Fronts Inquiry, Apologising For Medicare Breach
Richard Holden
Economist
University of New South Wales
Episode: Coalition Promises To Cut Fuel Excise But Not Everyone Is On Board
Tony Burke
Australian politician, associated with Labor Party
Labor Party (Australia)
Episode: Labor Releases A Lackluster Immigration Crackdown
John O'Donniam
Shadow Home Affairs Minister
Australian Labor Party
Episode: Labor Releases A Lackluster Immigration Crackdown
Tania Plibersek
Labor MP
Australian Parliament
Episode: Coalition Keen To Slash Tobacco Excise By 80 Percent
Barbara Pocock
Greens Senator
Australian Parliament
Episode: Coalition Keen To Slash Tobacco Excise By 80 Percent
Joel Creasey
TV host and actor, known for The Joel Creasy Show on Nova
The Joel Creasy Show (Nova)
Episode: Fears Grow For Aussies Missing In Nepalese Floods
Jack Goff
Representative of the Invasive Species Council
Invasive Species Council
Episode: Concerning New Discovery as Bird Flu Spreads
Sarah Hanson-Young
Green Senator
Australian Parliament
Episode: Gambling Inquiry Gets Heated

Hosts

Michelle Stevenson
Australian news presenter
Mike Humphrey
Australian news presenter

Reviews

3.6 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • SO. MANY. ADs

    My god the sheer number of ads (and the same ones at that!) in each and every episode lately-and now at the start too!

    If I hear one more NRL on ch 9 or Bunic tour ads I’m unsubscribing I stg

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Pikkle Suarez
    Australia2 years ago
  • Don’t force feed me your bosses politics

    Just put the fry’s in the bag

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kiwiholden
    Australia2 years ago
  • Horrible disturbing ad

    That loud dog mouth sounds ad is making me consider deleting this show I normally listen to everyday

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kiwiholden
    Australia2 years ago
  • Stop with Trump/US Politics Focus

    Unfortunately I couldn’t find anywhere else to provide feedback on episode basis.

    I like the overall show, but starting to get really annoyed with the US-Trump focus. We just need to know the winner and policies that impact Australia/World, not the White House Retirement home useless drama.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hazel.Lens
    Australia2 years ago
  • Best bite sized news

    love this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ilovegreen1963
    Australia5 years ago

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Some listeners want longer treatment of major stories.
Listeners value the brief format as an easy way to catch up on essential news.
Several listeners complain that frequent, repetitive or intrusive ads disrupt the listening experience.
Some listeners object to the amount of US and Trump-focused coverage.

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#67
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Apple Podcasts
#161
New Zealand/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#199
Saudi Arabia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#227
Finland/News/Daily News

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Can The 20-Point Plan Deliver Peace In Gaza?
Q: Can you just talk us through what the promises are in this 20-point plan?
Cameron Stewart provided an overview of the 20-point plan's framework, emphasizing its attempts to balance needs without fully satisfying either side, and noted key players involved, including Trump and Blair. He argued that it's a sensible and realistic plan, which addresses urgent needs and humanitarian crises in Gaza while offering a potential pathway to Palestinian statehood without guaranteeing immediate results.
The Dark Side of the March For Australia
Q: Did that make you think that these rallies weren't necessarily about migration as they were about race?
Yes, definitely, as the rhetoric during the rallies indicated a focus on race rather than migration itself.
The Dark Side of the March For Australia
Q: What were your thoughts firstly on the day of the rally and the days leading up to it?
The community was warned to be vigilant and stay at home due to fears of attacks, particularly directed at the Indian community.
Vladimir Putin 'Pantsed' Donald Trump in Alaska
Q: Where is everything at? How far along are we? Has any real substantive progress been made in finally getting an end to the war?
There's been a lot of theatre with both backward and forward movements in negotiations. Ultimately, Trump's failures may push him further into supporting Ukraine than before.
Australia kicks out Iranian ambassador
Q: What exactly is going on with Richard Marles' sudden trip to the U.S.?
Richard Marles' rushed trip to the U.S. was likely related to strengthen diplomatic relations and to ensure that plans for a meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and President Donald Trump were set in place amid rising geopolitical tensions.

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Frequent, concise briefings cover Australian and international headlines across politics, economics, business, public safety, sport and entertainment. Released three times a day, the updates prioritize developing stories, including government decisions, interest rates and cost-of-living pressures, alongside major events overseas and a selection of lighter cultural news. Michelle Stevenson and Mike Humphrey are recurring presenters, delivering the news in a direct, headline-led format suited to listeners who want a quick overview rather than extended interviews or analysis. The mix of Australian politics and everyday economic issues with global news, sports results and entertainment updates gives the briefings broad appeal for people who wan... more

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2. Richard Holden
3. Tony Burke
4. John O'Donniam
5. Tania Plibersek
6. Barbara Pocock
7. Joel Creasey
8. Jack Goff

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