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The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms.

To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store.

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The Great Game gets down and dirty as China throws a tantrum about Taiwan’s inclusion in the Pacific Islands Forum, and key regional PMs suddenly decide against attending. Ben Packham is here to help us work out what is really going on.

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Anthony Albanese is inciting violence against One Nation – that’s Pauline Hanson’s claim after winning another by-election. Plus, legal experts say Western Australia’s Attorney-General should launch a coronial inquest into the deaths of three Indigen... more

It’s the story the ABC doesn’t want you to know about - the drama over who knew what and when about an external project. Today, Media diarist Steve Jackson joins us to reveal how the ABC even edited a politician’s words to cut all mention of the cont... more

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Recent Guests

Matthew Large
Conjoint professor of psychiatry at the University of New South Wales
University of New South Wales
Episode: Cannabis is linked to psychosis. Why is it legal?
Steve Jackson
Media Diary editor, The Australian
The Australian
Episode: Glitchy goldmine: Kyle Sandilands Live’s $5.5m debut
Melanda Rout
The Australian's Culture Editor
The Australian
Episode: Why is everyone lusting after a man made of wicker?
Mackenzie Scott
Property writer for The Australian
The Australian
Episode: Could the property freakout tip us into recession?
Robin Ironside
Aviation rider / aviation expert for The Australian
The Australian
Episode: The near-misses causing airport chaos
Perry Williams
Senior journalist, co-author of Tech Bros
The Australian
Episode: How Atlassian’s tech bromance died
David Ossip
34-year-old lawyer, president of the Jewish Board of Deputies, cross-examined at the Royal Commission
Jewish community leadership (Jewish Board of Deputies)
Episode: Why the antisemitism Royal Commission is boiling over
Ragini Matua
SC, lawyer for the Australian Palestine Advocacy Network
Australian Palestine Advocacy Network
Episode: Why the antisemitism Royal Commission is boiling over
Dominic Toomey
SC, lawyer for the Palestine Action Group
Palestine Action Group
Episode: Why the antisemitism Royal Commission is boiling over

Host

Claire Harvey
Host with The Australian and The Front; lead journalist and newsroom commentator.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 545 ratings
  • Kyle was great

    Kyle Sandilands live first episode was far from a ‘disaster’

    It was great, of course a few minor tech issues but overall they did amazing!

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    weet19
    Australia23 days ago
  • Uneducated host

    Some of the questions from Claire Harvey on the BRS episode is just uneducated and can’t call herself a journalist!

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    Justice and respect!
    Australia3 months ago
  • Okayest Reporting Ever

    Three stars for something that’s “fine.”

    Seriously, now you’re using AI to read tweets so they sound like they’re being delivered by the person who posted on X?

    From a journalistic standpoint, this feels dishonest—you’re essentially creating your own fictitious news content instead of reporting what’s actually going on in the world.

    You don’t tune in to this mini podcast because you want hard-hitting factual anything, you tune in because it runs 10 minutes and that’s how long it takes to get... more

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    3
    USA AUS
    United States4 months ago
  • I should not know your opinion

    The segment on the Prince Harry and Meghan was disappointing. The hosts were discussing the Australian visit but also giving their opinion on the couple as well. I think it is important journalists remain neutral while discussing the content they cover, I should not know your opinion as you are covering this for The Australian, not your own independent show.

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    JacRox71
    Australia5 months ago
  • Manipulative Lies

    Right wing lies & propaganda, with misogyny and racism heavily featured.

    Apple Podcasts
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    MLNR_
    Australia6 months ago

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Listeners praise the concise, authoritative daily briefings and clear context from veteran reporters.

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Could the property freakout tip us into recession?
Q: What should potential buyers and renters watch for in the near term?
Watch regional differences, the pace of rental stock changes, and policy fatwas that could further tighten supply; if rental stock remains tight and sentiment stays negative, prices may stabilize slowly, but the risk of negative equity remains for those who buy at the top of the market.
Could the property freakout tip us into recession?
Q: Why are home loan applications down despite government schemes aimed at first-time buyers?
Uncertainty is keeping buyers on the sidelines; people don't want to catch a falling knife, and although schemes like low deposits exist, buyers are still cautious about negative equity and future price drops, which suppresses loan applications.
Could the property freakout tip us into recession?
Q: Maka, can you give me the big picture of where the property market is heading right now?
The market is highly regional and driven by policy and sentiment; while prices have been falling nationally, some areas show resilience, and there could be a reversal by 2028 with prices possibly rising modestly, though the near term remains uncertain as buyers weigh risk, access to credit, and government schemes.
Cannabis is linked to psychosis. Why is it legal?
Q: Should cannabis be treated more like tobacco in terms of regulation and warnings?
There is a discussion about warnings on packets, potential licensing, and education campaigns, implying a move toward stricter regulation similar to tobacco to manage consumer risk.
Cannabis is linked to psychosis. Why is it legal?
Q: What does the latest analysis say about cannabis and the timing of psychosis onset?
It suggests that cannabis use is associated with an earlier onset of psychosis, with the effect appearing across age groups and regardless of whether cannabis is used recreationally or medicinally, though causation cannot be definitively proven.

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The program offers a brisk, daily briefing of essential page-one stories, blending breaking news with journalist insights, media analysis, and political commentary. Episodes cover politics, crime, business, culture, and international stories, often featuring veteran Australian reporters explaining context and implications. A notable strength is the newsroom cadence—rapid-fire items paired with expert guests and behind-the-scenes perspectives—that helps listeners quickly grasp the stakes behind the day's headlines. The show stands out for its straightforward, analysis-forward approach and access to high-profile Australian journalists, making it a fit for listeners who want clear, informed takes on current events.

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1. The Morning Edition
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1. Matthew Large
2. Steve Jackson
3. Melanda Rout
4. Mackenzie Scott
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6. Perry Williams
7. David Ossip
8. Ragini Matua

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