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The Wire
Climate Change
Australia
Community Radio
NDIS
Housing Crisis
Domestic Violence
Mental Health
Community Broadcasting Foundation
Homelessness
Indigenous Rights
Endometriosis
International Students
Racism
Social Media Ban
Victoria
Gaza
Housing Affordability
Lismore
Anti-Semitism
Angus Taylor

Independent alternative current affairs from Australian community and indigenous radio

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Recent Guests

Momina Shakur
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Uncle Badger Bates
Indigenous elder involved in archaeological discussion
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Noreen Young
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Lucas Koungalos
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Patty Kinnesley
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Lorissa Pona-Baker
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Georgia Van Torn
Political sociologist from University of New South Wales
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Tess Newton-Cain
Adjunct associate professor at Griffith Asia Institute
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Episode: Monday 1 June 2026
Matthew Wale
Prime Minister of Solomon Islands
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Episode: Monday 1 June 2026

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Tony Pankaluokke
Host with multiple on-air references across The Wire programs; long-running presenter with community radio background
Emma Watske
Co-host/ presenter with involvement in The Wire across multiple markets
Stephen Hill
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Thursday 28 May 2026
Q: How do you react to this aspect?
We agree that safeguarding young Australians' minds is essential and that the problem is not climate education itself but the misinformation surrounding it, so the focus should be on empowering, accurate education rather than removing it.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Q: What message would you give to supporters of the stadium development?
Readers and listeners should carefully read the technical reports, especially about the springs and water flow, to understand what could be lost if development goes ahead.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Q: Why is the Section 10 heritage protection process important for Burrumbin?
Because it provides a federal level protection status that can intervene and safeguard the cultural heritage within the park before any development proceeds.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Q: What are your concerns about the works planned ahead to start in June, while the Section 10 application is still being considered?
There's worry that ministers and developers are moving too quickly before the heritage protections are finalized, potentially overlooking critical environmental and cultural studies.
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Q: As the Skills and Training Minister, can you talk a little bit about the progress you've made to try and accelerate overseas credentials, getting recognised?
The minister explains that the government is working to recognise overseas skills more quickly and to ensure skilled migrants can contribute to Australia's workforce without unnecessary delays, while maintaining high domestic standards.

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The show delivers two core threads per episode: in-depth budget and policy analysis focused on current national and local government decisions, and a strong emphasis on social issues such as disability rights, housing, health, and climate. It frequently features on-the-ground reporting from protests, town halls, and regional centers, paired with expert commentary from health researchers, policymakers, activists, and industry stakeholders. Notable moments often center on the human impact of policy choices—NDIS funding, housing affordability, gender dynamics in politics, and energy transition—along with investigations into broader issues like press freedom, climate policy, and indigenous rights. A distinctive strength is grounding high-level ... more

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