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Australia
The Australian
Iran
Telstra
Donald Trump
One Nation
Pauline Hanson
Andy Burnham
Anthony Albanese
Karl Stefanovic
KPMG
Strait Of Hormuz
ARN
United States
Sydney
China
Israel
Melbourne
Keir Starmer
Gina Rinehart

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 insights from our newsrooms.

Read more at theaustralian.com.au and see the video episodes by subscribing to our YouTube channel.

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Recent Guests

Bianca Farr-Marcus
Australian Content Director of Culture
The Australian
Episode: The doco turning Theranos fraudster Elizabeth Holmes into a horror baddie
Tansy Harcourt
Senior journalist at The Australian, breaking stories about the KPMG reputational crisis
The Australian
Episode: Inside the scandal that destroyed KPMG’s reputation
Matt Cranston
Economics correspondent for The Australian, presenting scoops on the budget and trusts
The Australian
Episode: Congratulations! It’s a birth tax
Jamie Walker
Associate Editor, The Australian
The Australian
Episode: Drink, drugs and a drama One Nation didn’t need
Mahmood Fazal
Journalist; former ABC reporter and editor involved in Background Briefing and Four Corners work
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) (past)
Episode: Did cops try to suppress stories by a sacked bikie-turned-journo?
Jim Henson
Puppeteer, creator of The Muppets
The Jim Henson Company
Episode: Nostalgic magic for a digital age: Jim Henson’s new museum blockbuster
Amanda Slack-Smith
Curational manager behind the exhibition Make Believe Magic at GOMA
Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA)
Episode: Nostalgic magic for a digital age: Jim Henson’s new museum blockbuster
Eileen Hoggett
Former Chief Operations Officer at KPMG, central figure in the scandal, cited in parliament
KPMG (former executive)
Episode: Ousted KPMG operations boss sues following audit scandal
Max Acheson
Margin Call columnist
The Australian
Episode: Dear Pauline: The secret One Nation email that fell into our inbox

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
    Australiaa month 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!
    Australia4 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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    USA AUS
    United States5 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.

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    MLNR_
    Australia6 months ago

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Overall sentiment highlights depth, pace, and valuable media industry insights.
Some critiques note perceived bias or partisan framing in certain episodes.
Listeners praise the concise, authoritative daily briefings and clear context from veteran reporters.

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#45
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Drink, drugs and a drama One Nation didn’t need
Q: What is the core allegation against Warren Pickering and how is it being reported?
The core allegations concern past drug use and a complicated personal history, which The Australian has reported through interviews and published documents, framing Pickering in the context of his leadership role and the party's vetting.
Congratulations! It’s a birth tax
Q: What is the government aiming to achieve with the new trust rules and the 30% minimum tax?
The guest explains that the government is trying to balance labour and capital income by tightening how trusts are used, reducing schemes that preferentially tax income, and simplifying the system so income is taxed more proportionally to the beneficiary's own rate.
Audacious wine heist leaves Australian collectors in the dark
Q: So how on earth did they get past the cameras and the security guards?
The reporter discusses that while security protocols are extensive, the interviewees are baffled by the breach, suggesting gaps in the system or unknown vulnerabilities that allowed illicit access.
Dear Pauline: The secret One Nation email that fell into our inbox
Q: Max, have you ever sent a message by mistake that created a political headache?
Yes, and the episode shows that such slips can escalate quickly due to the sensitive nature of political communications and the potential defamation risks, which journalists navigate by contextualizing the misstep and its consequences.
No Ken-do: Barbie sequel is stuck in Hollywood purgatory
Q: When is Barbie 2 coming out, Richard?
Richard explains that Barbie 2 may never come out unless the key players commit within a four-month window before the rights revert to Mattel, at which point the property could be shopped elsewhere.

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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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2. Tansy Harcourt
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5. Mahmood Fazal
6. Jim Henson
7. Amanda Slack-Smith
8. Eileen Hoggett

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