The Quicky

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• Radio icon Jackie O Henderson has launched an $82 million dollar legal battle against ARN following the shock termination of her landmark contract.
• The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced a major win for shoppers by banning surcharge fees on debit and credit cards starting this October.
• The Fair Work Commission has officially abolished "junior" pay rates for young adults working in retail, fast food, and pharmacies. 
• Celine Dion has announced her first concert series since being diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome.

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Host: Gemma Donahoe

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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With the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran dragging on, the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has sent shockwaves through global supply chains and Australian petrol pumps. As the Prime Minister unveils a National Fuel Security Plan to stop the panic buying, we look at why the fuel excise has been halved and what it actually means for your hip pocket.

Plus, with Victoria and Tasmania introducing free public transport while other states hold out, we’re joined by political analyst Amy Remeikis to unpack the federal government's relief strategy and why some states are refusing to come to the party.

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• Locals in Walwa are wondering if one of them turned in fugitive police killer Dezi Freeman 
• Donald Trump has threatened to obliterate Iran's power structure after they called the US peace deal "unrealistic"
• Researchers say data shows vaping causes cancer
• The makers of Euphoria show Eric Dane's last role in new trailer

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guest: Amy Remeikis, Chief Political Analyst at The Australia Institute & Contributing Editor at The New Daily

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• Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been shot dead by police at a property in Victoria’s north-east, after seven months on the run.

• National Cabinet has agreed on a new plan to boost fuel security across Australia, with all states and territories on board.

• Principals and school leaders are facing rising threats, physical violence and bullying, with more than half seriously contemplating leaving their roles.

• Arnold Schwarzenegger’s son is following in his footsteps, winning his first bodybuilding competition.

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Host: Ailish Delaney

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Technological advances rarely arrive without trade-offs, and now our smartphones are back under the microscope with claims they are fundamentally changing the way we fall in love. 

From 'phubbing' your partner to forming attachment-style bonds with your device, we investigate how constant notifications might be interfering with our ability to form deep human connections. 

We speak with psychologist Carly Dober and sex-and-relationship therapist Lisa Torney to find out if your phone is acting like a 'significant other' and how we can stay intimately connected in a digital world.

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• Free nationwide public transport to be discussed at today's National Cabinet
• Iran says it is ready to respond to a US ground attack as Washington dispatched thousands of Marines to the region
• Aussie Sam Kerr has shrugged off the Matildas defeat in the Asian Cup to score for English side Chelsea
• Brittany Spears has reportedly remained sober since her DUI arrest earlier this month
• Friends star Lisa Kudrow has admitted she’s only now catching up on the show
• There are reports icon Kylie Minogue will star at the 2026 AFL Grand Final

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Hosts: Grace Rouvray & Claire Murphy

Guests:

• Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists  
• Lisa Torney, Sex & Relationship Counsellor  

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• Anthony Albanese has hit back at Donald Trump, after the US President took a swipe at Australia and a string of allies, for not getting more involved in the war against Iran.

• Drivers could see petrol costs reduced by 26c a litre, under a coalition proposal to halve the fuel excise as the Middle East conflict drags on.
• Jackie O Henderson could be dragged into a bitter legal battle, brought by her former co-host Kyle Sandilands over his record $100 million radio contract dispute. 

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  Taylor Swift has made her first public appearance this year, attending the iHeart Radio Music Awards with fiancé, Travis Kelce.

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Host: Ailish Delaney

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From a landmark lawsuit on social media addiction to a humanoid robot making an appearance at the White House, the internet moves so fast that if you blink, you’ve missed half of it.

This week, we’re unpacking the three tech stories you need to be across. We look at the Los Angeles jury that found Meta and Google liable for millions in damages, marking a massive win in the fight against app features designed to hook minors. 

Plus, we’re stepping inside the White House where Melania Trump has welcomed a human-shaped AI guest to pitch the future of 'robot teachers'. 

And, why has OpenAI suddenly pulled the plug on its viral video-generation tool, Sora? We’re joined by futurist Mark Pesce to unpack it all. 

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• The IOC has banned trans women from competing in female Olympic events from 2028
• Panic fuel buying is about price rises not shortage fears
• Cyclone Narelle has strengthened to a category 4 as it tracks towards the WA coast today
• Kyle Sandilands will make his first court appearance today to fight his contract termination
• Prince William says he's considering dumping his beard in favour of a moustache

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guest: Mark Pesce, Futurist & Honorary Associate at Sydney University 

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• A U.S. jury has ordered Google and Meta to pay $4.3 million after finding them liable for social media addiction

• PM Anthony Albanese has called a second emergency meeting with state leaders to manage the growing fuel crisis
• Australia’s medical regulator is planning a major shake-up of sunscreen rules
• Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has been awarded a key to the city

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Host: Tahli Blackman

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We’ve only just cooled down from the steamy fourth season of Bridgerton, but the next lead has officially been confirmed, and it’s a major departure from the original books.

As speculation reaches a fever pitch, we’re indulging in everything we know about the much-anticipated fifth season.

Today, we sit down with Grace Rouvray from the Watch Party podcast to unpack the reveal of Francesca Bridgerton and Michaela Stirling, exploring the internet’s reaction to the gender-swap and why the show decided to skip over Eloise for now.

Plus, we investigate the future of Lady Whistledown and whether we’ll be waiting years for the next chapter of the ton to drop on Netflix

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• Aussies bracing for supermarket shock as experts warn grocery prices will rise slowly as diesel shortages hit the supply chain
• US Today Show host Savannah Guthrie has given her first interview since the abduction of her mother
• OpenAI is shutting down Sora, the app users used to create deep fakes of public figures
• An Iranian official says the US 15 point peace plan is still being considered
• Australia's Foreign Minister has warned Israel against occupying Lebanon

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guest: Grace Rouvray, Host of Watch Party

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• The fuel crisis is continuing to wreck havoc across the country
• ABC staff go on strike for first time in decades
• Residents as far south as Perth are preparing for the impacts of Cyclone Narelle
• Bridgerton season 5 to focus on same-sex love story

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As global tensions and conflict in the Middle East threaten the flow of oil into Australia, the warning signs are flashing. While we aren't out of fuel yet, regional towns are already seeing shortages, prices at the bowser are climbing, and supply is at risk of running low.

So, how much do we really have left, and why is our 'just-in-time' delivery system so vulnerable to international shocks? 

Today, we're joined by the NRMA's Peter Khoury to explain where our fuel actually comes from and how many days of reserves we have left. 

Plus, consumer behaviour expert Dr Paul Harrison joins us to discuss the psychology of panic buying and how this shortage will eventually hit your grocery bill and your commute.

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• MAFS expert Mel Schilling has passed away aged 54
• Israel says they plan to occupy a large area of southern Lebanon
• Miley Cyrus has posed alongside her Hannah Montana co-stars at the 20th anniversary special launch
• Mysterious posters around Paris are fuelling rumours of a Celine Dion come back

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy

Guests:

• Peter Khoury, Head of Media NRMA
• Dr Paul Harrison, consumer behaviour expert at Deakin Business School 

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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