Best George Fares Podcasts (2024)

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China wants to ‘render the United States irrelevant,’ says former NSC official Matt Pottinger 1:02:01

15h ago1:02:01

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Matt Pottinger, who served as deputy national security advisor under former President Trump, talks to Margaret Hoover about the geopolitical and economic stakes of defending Taiwan and the challenge of deterring China. Pottinger, editor and co-author of “The Boiling Moat: Urgent Steps to Defend Taiwan,” assesses Xi Jinping’s ambitions and timeline …

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Indigenous songs keep the fire burning for Indigenous artists 7:34

1d ago7:34

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When times are tough, music has the power to lift us up, dust us off, and point us back on our path with purpose. Even when the flames can feel feeble, a good song can get your fires burning again. The theme for this year's NAIDOC Week — the annual celebration of the music, history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander …

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Campbell Harrison climbed his way to the Olympics 8:11

1d ago8:11

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Australia is sending one of its biggest ever contingents to a Games, with 460 athletes representing the green and gold, in 33 sports. Campbell Harrison is a key part of Australia's sport climbing team, who finally takes his place after forgoing his chance in Tokyo in 2021. Guest: Campbell Harrison, Australia's sport climbing team…

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How to clean-up Melbourne's chemical fire 6:28

1d ago6:28

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Firefighters remain at the site of a huge factory fire in Melbourne's west after a large chemical explosion on Wednesday, which saw dark toxic smoke shroud nearby suburbs. Residents were initially told to close windows and keep pets indoors, and they've now been warned not to touch water in local creeks and swamps, which could be contaminated with …

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Robot developed to work in aged care homes 9:16

1d ago9:16

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We've all seen it in futuristic movies that predict at some point - maybe very soon - our cities will be populated with intelligent robots that will walk among us, and - we hope - alongside us, not against us. An artificial intelligence-powered robot called ABI - has been developed by GRACE to work in aged care homes across Australia. Guests: Grace…

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52,000-year-old woolly mammoth chromosomes reconstructed 6:13

1d ago6:13

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For the first time, researchers have uncovered and analysed the 3D structures of a woolly mammoth genome. The 52,000-year-old specimen was so well preserved that hair follicles and the shape of the muscles were still intact, with one scientist likening the location of the find to dying "in the deep freezer".…

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Republic movement gets two new leaders 8:30

1d ago8:30

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Despite promising early signs, the Albanese government has backed away from suggestions it will hold a second referendum on whether Australia should become a republic. As doubt about the poll grows, the movement calling for change has struggled through internal turmoil, with the loss of its former two leaders, and now the appointment of their repla…

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Is Australia's $250m military assistance to Ukraine necessary? 10:07

1d ago10:07

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'Ukraine is desperate for help and Australia has more than pulled its weight' Tom McIlroy, AFR political correspondent. The Albanese government has announced a $250m military package for Ukraine, but how important is this assistance for Australia on the world stage? Guests: Sam Maiden, Political Editor for News.com.au Tom McIlroy, Political Corresp…

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Myra "The Kid" Lewis (Jerry Lee Lewis) 59:58

2d ago59:58

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There's a whole lotta sleezin' going on this week as we cover Myra Lewis, the 13-year old child bride and first cousin of rockstar Jerry Lee Lewis, who lost it all once England found out he married a child. Aw. We discuss how their fraudulent marriage became a reality, getting canceled in the 50's, and the warm embrace of Jerry into country music's…

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Paolini to face Krejcikova at Wimbledon final- Sport with Warwick Hadfield 6:28

1d ago6:28

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In tennis, Jasmine Paolini won the longest semi-final ever to qualify, and is to face Barbora Krejcikova at the Wimbledon final. Australian duo Purcell and Thompson head into the gentleman's doubles final. And, in In rugby union, James Slipper to captain the Wallabies against Wales tomorrow in the absence of Liam Wright. Sports commentator and RN B…

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'This is a moment where the world stands with Ukraine' Deputy PM 13:33

1d ago13:33

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'I think this is a moment the world stands with Ukraine' Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles says amid announcement of $250 million military package for Ukraine. Mr Marles met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in Washington DC. Guest: Richard Marles, Deputy Prime Minister. Producers: Steve Cannane, Krishan…

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Artist admits to faking Picassos hanging in Mona gallery 6:42

2d ago6:42

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The 'Picasso' artworks hanging in a toilet at Tasmania's Mona gallery are revealed to be fakes, with the artist responsible saying during the three-year-long ruse she "fantasised there would be a scandal". But a letter from the Picasso Administrator forced her to come clean, and admit the works are fake. Guest: Professor Robyn Sloggett, Melbourne U…

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New nuclear boss most nuclear medicines produced by ANSTO 8:12

2d ago8:12

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The former head of the NBN, Michael Quigley AM has recently been appointed as Chair of Australia's Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation. ANSTO operates Australia's only nuclear reactor, OPAL to produce twelve thousand doses of nuclear medicine each week. It's new Chair says that this number will only increase as the population continues to g…

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Iconic Black Swan at risk of 'significant peril' 8:23

2d ago8:23

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Experts in the deadly H7 bird flu are warning that WA's iconic Black Swans would be in 'significant peril' if a dangerous strain of the virus arrives in Australia. A study published in the journal Genome Biology found Black Swans succumbed to the H5N1 strain very quickly. Guest: Associate Professor Kirsty Short, University of Queensland Producer: J…

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Matthew Flinders, the man who mapped Australia is reburied 7:39

2d ago7:39

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Captain Matthew Flinders is famed for circumnavigating and mapping Australia between 1801-3. After his death in 1814, his grave in London was lost until archaeologists found it in 2019. His remains will be now reburied during a service in Donington, the small English village where he was born. Guest: Jane Pearson, Chair of the 'Bring him Home' camp…

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Gaza aid pier to be dismantled 8:15

2d ago8:15

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The $340-million temporary pier built by the US military to bring aid into Gaza will be permanently dismantled, frustrating efforts contain the mounting humanitarian catastrophe in the strip. US officials say unexpectedly rough conditions in the Gaza Sea have limited its usefulness, and the pier has been out of action since late June. Guest: Mick M…

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Torvill and Dean return to the ice one last time 10:22

3d ago10:22

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It's been forty years since Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean earned a perfect score for their ice dancing routine to Ravel's Bolero. And now, the pair are returning to Australia for 'Torvill & Dean: Our Last Dance' before they hang up the skates. Featuring: Jayne Torvill and Christopher DeanBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Greater protection for Shackleton's Endurance 7:17

3d ago7:17

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The Endurance is one of the world's greatest shipwrecks. The vessel sank in 1915 during an ill-fated Antarctic expedition led by the polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton. To protect the ship, the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust have announced new measures to stop anyone interfering with the wreck or taking any objects from the site. Guest: Dan Snow, br…

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Clooney and Pelosi heap pressure on Biden 5:48

3d ago5:48

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Political pressure is continuing to mount on US president Joe Biden with senior democrats and former supporters raising fresh questions about his ability to lead the party to this year's November poll. Actor and donor George Clooney is the latest to call for Biden to step aside, writing in the New York Times that he "loves" the president but warnin…

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"We are really concerned": Fmr Ukrainian defence minister on Trump returning 10:48

3d ago10:48

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The U.S and its allies have agreed to supply Ukraine with extra air defence systems following devastating Russian missile attacks earlier this week. An advisor to Government of Ukraine stressed the need for the Australian Government to lobby a victory strategy. Guest: Andriy Zagorodnyuk, former Ukrainian Defence Minister, current advisor to Governm…

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NYC finally discovers the 'revolutionary' wheelie bin 6:19

3d ago6:19

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For years the city of New York has been waging a war on rats, appointing administrators and dedicating millions to tackle the issue. Now, the city's Mayor has unveiled a so called "revolutionary" rubbish collection system for the city... wheelie bins.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australia gets a national prison newspaper 8:50

3d ago8:50

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As newspapers continue to disappear from many parts of the country, a new one is popping up in a surprising place. It's called About Time and it's just started being delivered to prisons across the country, offering inmates the chance to read news stories and publish letters, poems, and art.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Lions take longest recorded swim across croc infested water 7:25

3d ago7:25

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In February, big cat brothers Jacob and Tibu were filmed swimming across a stretch of water over a kilometre wide. Not only was the distance remarkable for a big cat, it was also dangerous. The water is home to a healthy population of predatory hippos and crocodiles. Guest: Dr Alex Braczkowski, Griffith University's Centre for Planetary Health and …

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Far-right leader Marine Le Pen under investigation over illegal financing, forgery and embezzlement 7:44

3d ago7:44

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French prosecutors have announced they will investigate allegations of fraud and illegal financing against far-right National Rally leader Marine Le Pen. The National Rally came in third in the second round of France's national election this month.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Victims outraged at Boeing's deal to plead guilty to criminal fraud, and avoid trial by paying a fine, over its two 737-Max crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia. 9:13

3d ago9:13

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Families of victims are outraged at Boeing's deal to plead guilty to criminal fraud, and avoid a public trial over its two 737-Max crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia. They plan to ask a US District judge to reject the deal.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"I think it will be extended": Alice Springs Mayor on snap curfew possibility following massive brawl 8:30

3d ago8:30

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Alice Springs is waking up this morning to learn whether the town's snap curfew will be extended after three nights. While the nights were quiet during the curfew, police had to intervene in a brawl involving over fifty people yesterday afternoon.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Palestinian doctor speaks out about life in Gaza 8:50

3d ago8:50

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Israeli forces have ordered Palestinians to leave Gaza City, with reports of schools being hit during air strikes.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"They don't know what they're getting": Union slams Uber for lowering fares weeks before new gig economy legislation to take effect 8:25

3d ago8:25

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The Transport Workers Union has slammed a move by rideshare company Uber to lower fares just weeks before new legislation to support gig economy workers come into affect. The Closing the Loop legislation will allow the Fair Work Commission to set minimum standards for gig economy workers who will be considered "employee-like" if they meet certain c…

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How would Australia navigate another Trump presidency? - Politics with Charles Croucher 6:20

3d ago6:20

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The Chief Political Editor for 9News Charles Croucher joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Brian Winter on Brazil, Argentina, and the Future of Latin America 58:12

3d ago58:12

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Register for the DC Listener Meetup It’s not just the churrasco that made him fall in love with Brazil. Brian Winter has been studying and writing about Latin America for over 20 years. He’s been tracking the struggles and triumphs of the region as it’s dealt with decades of coups, violence, and shifting economics. His work offers a nuanced perspec…

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Hong Kong Dance Company heads to Sydney for latest performance 6:25

4d ago6:25

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The critically acclaimed Hong Kong Dance Company is returning to Sydney for a very special run of performances this weekend.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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'Right to Disconnect' laws coming for Australian workers 8:20

4d ago8:20

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Do you dread the boss calling you when you get home from work? Are you always replying to work emails over the weekend? In August new laws come into force that will give many Australian workers the right to switch off and disconnect from work.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Report on sexual violence finds one in five people surveyed have committed an act of sexual violence, half of them in the past twelve months 6:41

4d ago6:41

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A new research study has found that just over one-in-five people surveyed had committed an act of sexual violence - half of them in the past twelve months.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Has ICAC resignation shaken public trust in SA government? 10:05

4d ago10:05

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The head of South Australia's Independent Commission Against Corruption has resigned, stating the Act governing the watchdog hasn't served the public interest since it was amended in 2021.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Assistant Defence Minister Matt Thistlethwaite on Ukraine, Chinese cyber attack 10:04

4d ago10:04

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NATO leaders have arrived in Washington to begin talks on Russia's ongoing invasion in Ukraine, though Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was not part of the Australian delegation.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Kate Chaney on online gambling ban 8:24

4d ago8:24

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There's fresh doubt on Labor's commitment to implement the recommendations of a cross bench committee on online gambling chaired by the late Labor MP, Peta Murphy.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Lauren French says take a strengths not deficits-based approach to prevention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family violence 7:29

4d ago7:29

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NAIDOC Week is a week to celebrate the extraordinary history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. But it comes at a time when despite the Albanese Labor Government investing $15 million into First Nations-led research on family violence late last year, we are still seeing unacceptably high rates of family viol…

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Antarctic cold snap set to hit southeast Australia 5:43

4d ago5:43

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The worst of winter's chill is yet to come as southeast Australia braces for a cold front blowing in from Antarctica. Set against the backdrop of climate change and rising temperatures, why has this winter felt so cold?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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75th NATO summit commences in Washington 10:32

4d ago10:32

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The war in Ukraine is at the top of the agenda at the NATO summit but the meeting is unlikely to produce major policy shifts.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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West Coast sacks Adam Simpson and De Minaur to face Djokovic - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 7:37

4d ago7:37

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Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Russian troop deaths reportedly pass a grim milestone 10:01

4d ago10:01

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New data suggest the death toll for Russian soldiers in Ukraine has passed 100-thousand, and that roughly 2-percent of all Russian men between 20 and 50 have either been killed or severely wounded in Ukraine. The Economist magazine has trawled through figures from sorces including the CIA, the Pentagon, the BBC and Russian media outlets, and found …

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Albanese misses NATO summit and Australian-Chinese relations - Politics with David Crowe 4:47

4d ago4:47

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The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age David Crowe joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"Symbolic of all the horrors for children": War artist George Gittoes on Ukraine 15:29

4d ago15:29

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For around 40 years artist and film maker George Gittoes has been travelling to the world's trouble spots shining a light on the every day lives of people caught in the middle of wars and conflict.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Aussie rock band Jet teams up with unusual collaborator 7:26

5d ago7:26

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Australia rock legends Jet are teaming up with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for a very special one-off performance. The orchestra will re-imagine the band's classic hits such as 'Are You Gonna Be My Girl' and 'Shine On' for the Melbourne show.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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New research examines cannabis impact following calls to soften rules for affected drivers 7:29

5d ago7:29

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If you have traces of marijuana in your system, but are otherwise unimpaired, should you be able to get behind the wheel of a car? New research is looking into the way cannabis affects Australian drivers after calls to scrap DUI charges for those with traces in their system.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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New artificial intelligence mystery and a foody sequel- TV with Wenlei Ma 6:26

5d ago6:26

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Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RECOMMENDATIONS/MENTIONS: Sunny, Sausage Party: Foodtopia, The Twelve Season 2, Exploding KittensBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Maggie Beer's Big Mission to change the face of food in aged care 11:01

5d ago11:01

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You can catch Maggie Beer's Big Mission on ABC TV and iView.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Researcher says fire is 'more prevalent' in domestic violence than people realise 8:23

5d ago8:23

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A Western Sydney fire that killed three young children is being treated by police as a domestic violence incident. Research suggests fire and burning are more prevalent in domestic and family violence than people realise.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Indigenous affairs and Parliament's winter break- Politics with Karen Middleton 4:22

5d ago4:22

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Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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