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Star News Briefing

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Australia
One Nation
Melbourne
Sydney
Labor Party
ISIS
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Pauline Hanson
Telstra
Iran
Anthony Albanese
Australian Politics
United States
Inflation
Donald Trump
Hantavirus
Bondi Beach
Bird Flu
Bird Flu Outbreak
Coalition

Star news flash briefing brings you the latest Australian and World news, from politics to sport and entertainment headlines.

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Latest Episodes

Five children taken to hospital after inflatables became air borne in two sperate incidents

Hot and windy conditions leave a trail of destruction and bushfires

The importance of dads celebrated on Fathers Day

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Latest data reveals lowest ever levels of housing affordability

Australian forensic experts bound for Nepal

Government's social media reforms set to be challenged

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Minister Says Aussies Should Be Able To Reject Violent And Degrading Content From Their Feeds.

Bird Flu Picked Up In Victorian Fox.

Two Workers Pulled Alive From Nepal Tunnel -- Nine Days After Devastating Floods.

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Federal Government Uses New Powers to Shut Down Vocational Training Course.

Australia’s Housing Crisis Could Take a Generation to Fix, Says NAB’s Top Economist

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Katy Perry Says Justin Trudeau Is the Love of Her Life.

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The Coalition wants to slash the tobacco tax by 80 per cent — arguing soaring cigarette prices have pushed smokers onto the black market.

Relatives of Aussies missing following the Nepal floods, are now providing authorities with D-N-A samples.

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The government's high-profile climate meeting for Pacific Island leaders kicks off next month.

Deputy PM Richard Marles is in the US for AUKUS talks with Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth.

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Tiger Woods loses drivers license for five years.

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Imports have mainly fueled Australia's economic growth over the year to June.

Detectives investigating the alleged sexual assault at a Melbourne hotel have spoken with four Swans players.

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Ariana Grande wraps up final tour.

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Heavy Machinery Deployed on Both Sides of Nepal’s Border With China as Rescue Efforts Continue.

Sydney Swans Players Begin 'Lawyering Up'.

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thirty Years On, Jury Settles Tupac Shakur Murder Case.

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Key Facts

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Recent Guests

Tim Costello
From the Alliance for Gambling Reform
Alliance for Gambling Reform
Episode: Gambling Reforms To Pass After Deal With Opposition
Wayne Bradshaw
Researcher
Independent researcher
Episode: The death toll from a powerful earthquake off Indonesia’s Flores Island has climbed to at least 47.
Sussan Ley
Former opposition leader
Australian politics
Episode: Opposition To Table Migration Plans
Dan Tantan
Shadow Energy Minister
Australian Labor Party
Episode: One Nation Goes Full Trump In Banning Media From Press Conference
Kristy McBain
Emergency Services Minister
Australian Government
Episode: Australia's New National Emergency Warning System To Be Tested Today
Don Farrell
Australian Minister for Trade
Australian Government
Episode: Trump Hits Aussie Exports To U-S With Higher Trade Tariff
Angus Taylor
Liberal leader
Liberal Party of Australia
Episode: Trump Hits Aussie Exports To U-S With Higher Trade Tariff
Mark Butler
Labor frontbencher
Australian Labor Party
Episode: Oil Prices Jump After Middle East Strikes
Michael Ackland
CFO
Episode: Telstra Apologises For Major Outage Which Hit Millions Of Customers

Hosts

Michelle Stevenson
Host of The Update and related segments with frequent appearances across episodes.
Mike Humphrey
Host of The Update and related daily briefing segments; provides brisk, headline-driven narration.

Reviews

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Listeners Say

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

The cadence and breadth are praised by those who need quick, reliable context for decision-making.
Some listeners appreciate the concise briefings and broad coverage across politics, economy, and tech policy.
There are critics who desire more nuanced analysis or long-form interviews with guests.
A few listeners feel the format could be more in-depth on complex policy issues.
Listeners often value updates that connect headlines to practical implications for business and governance.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Can The 20-Point Plan Deliver Peace In Gaza?
Q: How far along do you think that will actually advance eventual Palestinian statehood?
Cameron suggests that while the concept of statehood is acknowledged, actual realization depends on political reforms in the Palestinian Authority.
Can The 20-Point Plan Deliver Peace In Gaza?
Q: Is the leadership of Hamas still actually in control of Hamas?
Cameron explains the split between Hamas's political and military wings, emphasizing that the leadership in Qatar agrees with the peace deal while those in Gaza may not.
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 explains that the plan seeks a middle ground, benefitting both sides while ruling out extreme proposals and is the best hope for peace in the region.
The Dark Side of the March For Australia
Q: What would you say to someone who went to one of the rallies revved up by some of these more extremist groups?
I would say that while concerns about migration are valid, the extremism at the rally makes it clear this is not the right platform to express those views.
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, it seems the rallies were more about race than just migration concerns, as indicated by the rhetoric and responses from attendees.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Star News Briefing

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This daily briefing coverages span a broad mix of current events, including politics, economics, technology policy, and entertainment, with episodes often weaving in international and domestic developments alongside sports and pop culture notes. The show tends to foreground concise, fast-paced updates and expert commentary on policy changes, market movements, and notable global moments, making it a practical listen for professionals who need a quick read on what's happening across regions. A standout trait is the steady emphasis on technology policy (AI, data centers, regulation) alongside traditional news items, delivering a blend of hard news and on-the-ground context that can help stakeholders stay informed without a long commitment.

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Recent guests on Star News Briefing include:

1. Tim Costello
2. Wayne Bradshaw
3. Sussan Ley
4. Dan Tantan
5. Kristy McBain
6. Don Farrell
7. Angus Taylor
8. Mark Butler

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