Breaking Politics Podcast

Breaking Politics
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A look at the events that have shaped the week in federal politics

  1. 6d ago

    Breaking Politics - Restaurants warn of 10% price hike

    Cafe and restaurant owners are warning they will need to increase prices, in order to cope with a series of new expenses. The industry is concerned a by 4.75% boost to the award wage, will place further pressure on businesses already feeling the squeeze. David Bitton, who owns Sydney cafe Bitton's Rose Bay claims, the impact of the wage hike will be compounded by other looming expenses. He joins Breaking Politics to dissect what all the changes mean for his business.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

  2. Jun 7

    Breaking Politics - NSW Farmers' quest to ship wheat to Sudan

    A small group of locals in rural New South Wales launched "Grain of Hope" to ship 500 tonnes of locally donated wheat to famine-stricken Sudan. Despite facing a massive $1.3 million logistical hurdle due to the skyrocketing costs of shipping into a conflict zone, the team is moving ahead with their first 100-tonne shipment to prove that ordinary people can drive global change. Riverina Farmer Rob Houghton joins Breaking Politics, to give an update on where the project is at.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    15 min

  3. Jun 2

    Breaking Politics - Are western militaries prepared for war?

    The Lowy Institute has released a new analysis claiming western militaries have failed to learn important lessons from conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. It argues countries like Australia have been slow to boost capability, while authoritarian states like China, Russia and Iran are rapidly embracing new technologies. Report author Retired Major General Mick Ryan joins Breaking Politics to unpack what needs to change.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9 min

  4. May 7

    Breaking Politics - What will happen to the children of the ISIS Brides?

    A group of four women and nine children with links to Islamic State are set to arrive in Sydney and Melbourne today, ending years of limbo in a Syrian detention camp. While the Federal Police prepare to lay charges against some of the women, the children face a complex journey of therapy, de-radicalisation, and community integration.  But, what chance do these children actually have at a normal life? Save the Children CEO Mat Tinkler joins Breaking Politics to give us his take See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min

  5. Apr 27

    Breaking Politics - How will changes to the NDIS affect autistic participants?

    The Federal government has announced a suite of changes to reduce the cost of the ballooning NDIS. Eligibility criteria will be tightened, participation will be slashed and mandatory registration for providers will be expanded. CEO of Autism Awareness Australia, Nicole Rogerson, joined Breaking Politics to dissect what the changes will mean for her members.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    7 min

  6. Apr 22

    Breaking Politics - Will Australia get the AUKUS subs on time?

    A top American defence official says the US Navy’s priority is manufacturing its own ballistic missile submarines, not the Virginia-class vessels Australia depends on under AUKUS. Michael Shoebridge from Strategic Analysis Australia joins Breaking Politics to discuss whether Australia will receive it's nuclear submarines by the due date?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 min

  7. Mar 30

    Breaking Politics - Musos singing the same tune on gas exports

    Some of the nations most prominent musicians have joined forces calling for a 25 per cent levy on export revenue. Artists including Jimmy Barnes, Missy Higgins and Ben Lee say the additional funds could be used to help support the local music industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    6 min

  8. Mar 23

    Breaking Politics - AI data centre boom

    The Albanese government has outlined a new framework, expecting tech companies building A-I data centres to fund their own renewable energy infrastructure, in exchange for fast-tracked development approvals. The Opposition says nuclear can't be ruled out.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    10 min
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A look at the events that have shaped the week in federal politics

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  • Creator
    Breaking Politics
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
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