A key change to a basic literacy and numeracy test has been made - this is why there's fears teaching standards are dropping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The original La Porchetta in Carlton will close its doors in the coming days. Tom Elliott has more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Peter Larkins spoke about the proposed 'Enhanced Games', which would see events take place with no drug testing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Rye Community Group Alliance Michelle Cheers told Tom Elliott the "sheer volume" of jet skis in the bay is the issue that's not being addressed, and there's a simple solution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO of Electric Vehicle Council, Behyad Jafari, joined 3AW Mornings and said the federal government's new emission standards policy will not be the end of the diesel powered ute and SUV, going against what Tom Elliott fears could happen by 2030. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has voiced his concerns for the future of diesel powered utes and SUVs in Australia following the federal government's new emission standards policy which will start next year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heidi Murphy has the latest on the story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Director at the Institute for Sensible Transport Elliot Fishman joined Tom Elliott to chat about the price rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was a wide ranging interview this morning, with the state opposition leader addressing the following topics: Whether he will tear up the Suburban Rail Loop contract Comments about the Victorian Indigenous treaty His thoughts on whether Australia Day date should change and if monuments like Captain Cook should stay up His top priority to help out first home buyers And more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition leader John Pesutto maintains he is not concerned about his legal fight with Moira Deeming, which begins in the federal court today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton says Australians are bracing for further federal tax changes after the altering of the stage three tax cuts. 3AW Mornings host Tom Elliott says "changes ... should come".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Passkey could be able to replace a password as the most secure way to log into a device. Ches Rafferty joined Tom for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shaun Smith joined Tom Elliott to discuss the new AIS concussion guidelines for junior sport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal MP for Caulfield David Southwick has slammed the protestors who launched an "appalling" attack on the Melbourne Jewish community after the firebombing of a burger restaurant last November.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Socialist Alliance Councillor for Merri-bek City Council Sue Bolton, who submitted the motion, joined 3AW Mornings and Tom Elliott certainly didn't go easy on her!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WORD ON THE STREET CONFIRMED. A mum says her five-year-old has been left "really upset" after arriving for his first day of school and being told to go home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has slammed the Merri-bek council after he was leaked a motion to be put forward, relating to the war in the Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Councillor at City of Manningham and gambling reformer, Stephen Mayne, argued against Tom Elliott on the matter of poker machines at AFL clubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former Victorian premier joined Tom on 3AW Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He honed in on the club he supports in Carlton, after club president Luke Sayers stated there are no plans to get rid of the poker machines they own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian chair of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, Dr Anito Munoz, told Tom Elliott she hasn't seen "overwhelming demand" for vapes in the community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host accused the federal government of "not prosecuting its own laws".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Season 3 (Episode 2) of The Elliott Exchange... Peace offering coffee EMAIL: Extra attention Disturbing habits Smells like teen spirit Elise is to blame for the birth rate What we've learnt  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Meteorologist Rob Sharpe joined Tom Elliott to chat about why La Nina could be on the way back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor Stephen Jolly from the City of Yarra had a differing view from Tom Elliott, as the council weighs up whether to put the Captain Cook monument in the Edinburgh Gardens back up after it was vandalised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Executive director of think-tank Per Capita, Emma Dawson, says there's nothing wrong with negative gearing in principle, but Australia's negative gearing regime "has become very skewed".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom asked people around the office to explain negative gearing, and most people couldn't do it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has voiced his concerns with the City of Yarra after finding out the council could be set to remove the Captain Cook monument in the Edinburgh Gardens permanently.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Langdon Building has been placed into administration. Tom Elliott has more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thong Thai owner Angelo Yap tells Tom Elliott why he had to shut his Thai eatery for two hours on Australia Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Long time educator Dr Tim Hawkes has spoken with Tom Elliott on school uniform culture, and whether it should stay or be scrapped. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A defence analyst has called on Australia to reintroduce conscription to address the looming risk of an "all-out" war with Russia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A letter to The Age grabbed Tom Elliott's attention this morning relating to school uniform culture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mrs Maria Cameron joined Tom Elliott on the day she was honoured for her work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professor Raphael Grzebieta from UNSW joins Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott was "horrified" this morning to wake up and see Victoria's former Chief Health Officer, Dr Brett Sutton, be awarded an Order of Australia honour on Australia Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Marcus Hellyer joined Tom Elliott for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host was left "horrified" when he found out the news yesterday, and claims "it's time we bit the bullet on swimming".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A City of Port Phillip councillor says he's "disappointed" with the police response to vandals who cut a Captain Cook statue down at the ankles overnight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine Chief Football Reporter Tom Morris broke the story this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has taken aim at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as well as Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers and politicians in general this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Financial Review's Phillip Coorey joined Tom Elliott to chat about the tax cut changes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former Victorian premier Jeff Kennett joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott asked all the hard-hitting questions to Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci this morning over the supermarket's decision not to stock Australia Day merchandise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power bills have risen by over 20 per cent in the last two years and a growing number of Australians are concerned about their ability to pay their bills.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott had some strong words for Pat Cummins off the top of his program, labelling the Australian cricket captain an "out-and-out hyprocrite".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Australia has used its overseas powers for the first time to sanction a Russian operative. Professor of Cyber Security at Monash University Nigel Phair joins Tom for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money commentator Sarah Wells told Tom Elliott about the TikTok trend making saving money fashionable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director of Drakes Supermarkets, John-Paul Drake, told Tom Elliott it's not the place of a supermarket to dictate what customers are going to purchase.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host has given two examples this morning to prove Australia is living under "minority rule".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Labor MPs from across the country will fly to Canberra tomorrow for a cost of living crisis meeting which has fuelled speculation the Albanese government may be rethinking the stage three tax cuts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WORD ON THE STREET A 21-year-old woman has been left with a fractured eye socket and another woman was dragged across the floor of a carriage in a nasty alleged assault on a Melbourne train last Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Australia has refused a request from Ukraine to donate its out-of-commission Taipan helicopter fleet for use as air ambulances. Australia's 45 helicopters will instead be dismantled, stripped and buried, with the federal government claiming it's "not feasible" to return the aircraft to an operational state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow Aboriginal Affairs Minister Peter Walsh joined Tom Elliott to explain why they're opposing the treaty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lecturer in Criminology, Dr Joel McGregor, who works closely with youth who have been impacted by the justice system, joined the program and didn't quite see eye-to-eye with Tom Elliott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2002, forecasting predicted the nation's population wouldn't reach 25 million until 2042.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has taken the state government to task over plans to increase the age of responsibility in Victoria from 10 to 14-years-old and also to relax bail laws.  Elliott cited three examples in recent weeks where young suspects have allegedly committed crimes, but have since been released on bail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The great grandson of Australia's second-ever prime minister has launched an appeal to save the property. Politics expert Professor Greg Melleuish joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wedding planner Gee Tankir joined Tom Elliott on 3AW Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott's daughter Ava came into the studio this morning to talk about what she would change to improve Australia, from a 14-year-old's perspective!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you can't find a rental, Tom Elliott says landlords aren't to blame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jessica Rodriguez told Tom Elliott she and her mother had paid a $30,000 deposit each for two homes to be built by Montego Homes, which went into administration on Monday. And a phone call she received from the builder only weeks ago has added insult to injury.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Lauren Rosewarne from the University of Melbourne joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian Open hasn't celebrated Australian Day at Melbourne Park in recent years. Tom Elliott says that must change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO and Managing Director of the Australian HR Institute, Sarah McCann-Bartlett, had some clear evidence to show the majority of employers in Australia don't allow their employees to work from home on a full-time basis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott says the controversial stage three tax cuts set to come into effect from July 1 "have to remain in place".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has flagged his concerns with Australians working from home, stating remote workers in the country "could be doing themselves out of a job".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Independent MP for Sydney, Kylea Tink, says "having a target that is ambitious and bold" is important. But Tom Elliott says he doesn't think it can be done.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Water's David Norman joined Tom Elliott to discuss why Melbourne has such good water! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Victorian General Manager for The Smith Family Anton Leschen joined Tom Elliott. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New 3AW Mornings host Tom Elliott had an interested encounter with a man in the CBD when he dropped his daughter off to the orthodontist!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Libertarian Party MP David Limbrick has outlined his plan to dramatically reduce organised crime in Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're in the midst of a cost of living crisis and Tom Elliott says three things he's seen this morning make it "clear" it's not going away any time soon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Residents of Jubilee Estate in Wyndham Vale have had to hire YPG Risk private security. Owner of the security group Grant Burton joined Tom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Owner of Helga's Pancake House in Cairns, Birgit Machnitzke, has detailed her concerns about Australia's move towards a cashless society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eve told Tom Elliott what happened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host says three factors have combined to drive up Victorian car insurance bills rapidly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New data from the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine found pill testing could've prevented up to 64 deaths over the past two decades. The person who led the study on the new data, Associate Professor Jennifer Schumann, then went through the harm prevention of pill testing with Tom Elliott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has given his reasoning why he is against pill testing. It comes after new data from the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine found pill testing could've prevented up to 64 deaths over the past two decades, a finding Tom Elliott doesn't buy at all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association's Josh Peak joined Tom Elliott to chat about what is being proposed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Allan government is pushing ahead with plans to build the first stage of the Suburban Rail Loop but the Premier admits the total cost of the project remains unknown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott and Tony Jones have discussed the AFL's decision not to include player weights in the 2024 season guide, with the new 3AW Mornings host stating it's "wokeness gone mad". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director at Red Bridge Group Australia, Kos Samaras, has weighed in on Tom Elliott's idea to end the Australia Day debate. And Tom came to two conclusions following the interview!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott has given his solution which he thinks would put the debate around the date of Australia Day to bed "once and for all". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been revealed the Victorian government approved a secret taxpayer-funded bailout of Tennis Australia on the eve of the last state election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During Tom Elliott's first 3AW Mornings program he was joined in the studio by Premier Jacinta Allan for a wide-ranging interview covering: Victoria's debt The taxpayer-funded bailout of the Australian Open Suburban Rail Loop Australia Day The climate debate Plus lots more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Elliott is the new host of 3AW Mornings as of today! Listen back to the first 90 seconds of his first program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Caller Jake alerted Heidi Murphy to the problems on Friday morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Policy and advocacy manager at Renew, Rob McLeod, told 3AW's Heidi Murphy heatwaves "have killed more people in Australia than any other natural disaster ... over the last 100 years".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NAB Chief Digital Officer Suj Rana joins Heidi Murphy on 3AW Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australia Institute has put forward an idea to adopt a "European-style" tax on plastic packaging.  Hear from Australia Institute’s Circular Economy & Waste Program Director Nina Gbor as she speaks to Heidi Murphy on the idea for the new tax.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doctors are warning against a dangerous birth practice which anecdotal reports suggest is increasing in popularity in Victoria.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Holland, a resident at the impacted aged care facility, says he hasn't had a hot shower in three days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the temperature expected to soar to 31 degrees tomorrow, Melburnians are being urged to check the water quality before swimming in Port Phillip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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An infectious diseases physician says there are "huge problems" with a Brazilian study claiming vegetarians and vegans are 39 per cent less likely to contract COVID-19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prominent Indigenous man, who has publicly called for the date of Australia Day to be changed, says the move is "out of touch".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has slammed Woolworths over their decision not to stock Australia Day merchandise this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A spokesperson from Victoria Police has since responded to news on the police station overnight closures and some of the comments which councillor Medcraft made earlier in the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Mornings understands the store will close when a new store in Ardeer opens.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor from the City of Hume Jack Medcraft is angry with the state government.  Listen in to find out why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones says it "should be every bit as popular as Darling Harbour".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sally Capp says the area has enormous promise, but it's "under-utilised and underappreciated".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The US has launched its first lunar lander in 50 years, but it has encountered problems. Professor Fred Watson joins Tony Jones for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyber security expert Ches Rafferty says it's yet another case of an Australian company failing to adequately secure sensitive customer information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Rochester Recovery Committee, Leigh Wilson, says the flood threat was "incredibly traumatic" to the community, which is still recovering from the 2022 floods, but things are looking good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The town of Rochester, in Victoria's north — which was devastated by severe flooding in October 2022 — is bracing for worsening flooding today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mornington Peninsula Shire Council is trialling technology which will use a high pitched noise inaudible to humans in order to deter kangaroos from going on roads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A new report which looked at bulk billing nation-wide has revealed the average out of pocket cost for Victorians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More disruption is on the way and the Department of Transport' Dan Velling has the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Nationals leader David Littleproud did not hold back on his criticism of Coles and Woolworths, labelling them the "worst corporate citizens in this country" amid claims of fruit and vegetable price gouging See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extensive flooding throughout the state has seen the SES assist in 26 flood rescues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of the Victorian Ambulance Union, Danny Hill, says the mass recreational drug overdose at a weekend rave in Melbourne reinforces the need for mandatory pill testing and increased education.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has started to change his tune on pill testing at music festivals after multiple hospitalisations from suspected drug overdoses at a music festival on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nine News reporter joined Mark Santomartino for the latest after the attack in Coburg on Friday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Times' Jane Flanagan tells Tony Jones why the disgraced former Paralympian is about to re-enter the South African community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has voiced his concerns with the state of Victorian roads and the "idiot" hoon drivers putting lives at risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fatal collision adds to Victoria's horror road toll, with Senior Sergeant Peter Romanis speaking on the preventable tragedy and unacceptable road toll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A search has been launched for a missing hiker at Halls Gap who has autism, with Sergeant Chris Russo having the latest details on 20-year-old Jack's disappearance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Australian Open less than two weeks away, tournament director Craig Tiley joined Tony JonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alice Stolz from Domain joined Tony Jones to chat about what she describes as a 'surprise' next tax. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A level crossing removal project which would see hundreds of trees on Queens Avenue along Caulfield Racecourse cut down to allow space for new bike lane infrastructure has caused community uproar. Environmental activist and organiser of the QueenSAVEtrees campaign, Tamara De Silva, spoke to Tony jones on what the campaign plans to do to stop the project going ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has called out a "completely unnecessary" bike lane in Melbourne's CBD this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Team Leader and Industrial Organiser at the Community and Public Sector Union Julie McKeown joined Tony Jones to chat about the strike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO of Real Schools Adam Voigt joined Tony Jones to discuss the Department of Education reversing school expulsions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Safety & Technical Director at the Australian and International Pilots Association, Captain Steve Cornell, has weighed in on the scary scenes in Japan overnight. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nine News' Mark Santomartino joined Tony Jones with the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glenn McGrath joins Tony Jones to chat Pink Test, David Warner's retirement and a whole lot more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With David Warner set to retire from Test and ODI cricket, Tony Jones recounts an experience with the divisive batter which left him impressed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Founding Chairman of the Australian Tobacco Harm Reduction Association and retired GP, Dr Colin Mendelsohn, has given his reasoning why he disagrees with the vaping ban in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On the final Mornings program for 2023, Shane McInnes takes a look back at the stories which had everyone talking this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Multiple fake $100 notes were scattered around Footscray station on Friday morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Winnie de Silva and her son were involved in a horror helicopter crash on the Gold Coast earlier this year. She joined Shane McInnes to talk about how the last 12 months have been for her. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine News' US Correspondent Jonathan Kearsley had the latest details on 3AW Mornings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Reece joins Shane McInnes ahead of what's expected to be a bumper NYE celebrating in the Melbourne CBD. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City of Melbourne is spending over $4m to stage this year's NYE fireworks spectacular. Shane McInnes says it's worth it despite the costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of the North Melbourne Football Club, Sonja Hood, has voiced her disappointment with Crown Casino this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Councillor Nick Reece, has returned serve to Perth Mayor Basil Zempilas' comments towards Melbourne's crowd figures for the opening day of the Boxing Day Test.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Standage from The Economist shares his predictions for the new year with Shane McInnes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Motley Fool Australia's Scott Phillips joined Shane McInnes on 3AW Mornings to discuss how most people are now looking at alternative ways to shop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine News reporter Mimi Becker had the latest details on the tragic circumstances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Morton joins Shane McInnes as the state government prepares to hit Victorians with a second public transport price rise in six months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of a daily fare on Melbourne's trains is set to jump to $10.60 in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Infectious Disease Pediatrician and Medical Advisor at Meningococcal Australia, Professor Robert Booy, has weighed in on the harrowing story of 18-year-old Lachie, who was put in an induced coma from Meningococcal, despite being vaccinated for all but one strain of the disease. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne father has called for more "transparency" in the vaccination system after his 18-year-old son was put in an induced coma from Meningococcal disease.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Restaurants and hotels are adding hidden fees as the world moves to a more contactless way of paying, a process which is being dubbed 'stealthflation'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Perth Lord Mayor joined Shane McInnes after he took a cheeky dig at the crowd figure at the opening day of the Boxing Day Test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Mornings fill-in host Shane McInnes issued a strong plea to the state government to get the Airport Rail Link done, stating the time for procrastination "must end".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Public Transport Users Association's Daniel Bowen told Shane McInnes "absolutely it's time we get it done" and other cities are leaving Melbourne behind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spokesperson for the Department of Transport and Planning, Andrew Crook, has provided an update on the traffic flow across the West Gate Bridge as works get underway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The physiotherapist of Donna Urquhart, a woman attempting a world record run of 1300kms across Antarctica to raise money, has provided a progress update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Victorian Liberal senator and shadow minister for Education, Sarah Henderson, says teachers need to be celebrated all year, not just at the end of the school year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth, known as Kay, was last seen bushwalking near Swan Lake camping ground at Mt Richmond at about 10.45am on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-founder of Yarra Residents Collective, Adam Promnitz, says it's "a new low" for the council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An ugly incident involving a parking inspector being threatened after handing out a ticket in the Docklands, has exposed a "bigger issue" with the culture of council staff according to Council Watch president Dean Hurlston.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Australia has poured $52 billion into the defence budget this financial year, director of Strategic Analysis Australia, Michael Shoebridge, says that's all been spent on "very long-term, slow investment projects" and Australia isn't sending a ship to the Red Sea because we've got a shortage of ships and they're not adequately equipped.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne Cricket Club CEO Stuart Fox held a press conference this morning regarding the topic of MCG bomb plot terrorist Abdul Nacer Benbrika, and whether he will be allowed into the ground following his release from prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Managing Editor of Domain, Alice Stolz, says it's an "expensive lesson in reading the fine print" as Airbnb face a $30 million bill. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Murrumbeena man has sounded the alarm after his 10-year-old schnauzer was left with organ damage following a suspected baiting at a local park.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Channel Nine's Jonathan Kearsley joined Tony Jones with all the details on the bombshell decision by the Colorado Supreme Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has slammed Cricket Australia over their treatment of Mitchell Johnson, since his criticism of David Warner in a column in The West Australian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of the Victorian Police Association, Wayne Gatt, has shed light on the "interim breakthrough" Victoria Police has made with the state government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The now former 3AW Mornings host came onto the program to deliver a final thank you to his audience for the past 34 years, admitting he's "missing it already". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Liam Oakley called emergency services when he saw flames coming from a home on Carinya Boulevard in Burnside just after midnight, and ran into the home where he found an elderly woman and two men.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones spoke with Chair of Linguistics at Monash University, Professor Kate Burridge, on why swearing has become more acceptable in society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It comes after the fill-in host for 3AW Mornings read an opinion piece in The Age this morning about how swearing is commonly used in modern society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of the Australian Builders Collective, Phil Dwyer, has voiced his concerns with the building industry at the moment, claiming it's "fairly much upside down".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Detective Senior Sergeant from the Major Collision Investigation Unit at Victoria Police, Christian Von Tunk, spoke with Tony Jones on the latest details of the fatal collision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melburnians are still being slugged with exorbitant taxi fares by rogue operators, despite a law change barring drivers from turning off their meters and setting prepaid fares.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV Week has released its top 100 greatest Australian character of all-time following a reader survey. And characters from two popular shows dominated the top end of the list!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing Glenn Weir has been left frustrated following some "nasty" incidents on the roads and some "alarming" figures in the drink driving space on the weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The budget for the North-East link has been majorly blown out, with the cost of the project rising to $26 billion despite an original projected cost of $10 billion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A man who suffers from muscular dystrophy and is confined to an electric wheelchair has been left in a "vulnerable position" after his vehicle was stolen in an aggravated burglary at his Mount Eliza home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state government has released a road map on how Victorians will transition from gas to electric which is set to impact two million Victorians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne woman has delivered a plea for the man who stole five parcels from her front porch to return them, telling Tony Jones the full story of what happened. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health experts are concerned by the potential introduction of Ozempic replicas in Australia and what it might mean for diabetics struggling to source the increasingly popular medication.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal government have made changes to the luxury vehicle tax in an attempt to "modernise it".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Shadow police minister, Brad Battin, has weighed in on the lack of negotiations between the state government and police officers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Principal at legal firm Sports Lawyer based in Melbourne, Paul Hovarth, claimed political statements in sports have "changed a lot over the years" and honed in on Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja's shoe ban from the ICC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has called out the "lack of consistency" from the International Cricket Council in light of Usman Khawaja's shoes being banned for having the words "All Lives Are Equal" on them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pilot launched on December 1, impacting three beach car parks on the Mornington Peninsula, and Tony Jones also believes the price per hour for parking is "pretty steep". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Australia's largest crowd-sourced cycling safety project, BikeSpot, has revealed the most unsafe and worse roads in Melbourne.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents have been left devastated after the Glen Eira council voted last night to close three child care centres.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor Herschel Landes was the only councillor who opposed the motion, in what was described as a tense meeting, with the mayor having to call for calm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians have been warned to be prepared for a high risk of thunderstorm asthma today as most of the state is on alert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Detective Senior Constable Joshua Guy told Tony Jones "it's every parent's worst nightmare" and gave some more details on the disturbing incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent survey has looked at what people have googled most in 2023, which prompted the question: What was the last thing 3AW staff googled? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Glen Eira City council will meet tonight to vote on the closure of three childcare centres in the area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian journalist Cheng Lei was detained in August 2020 in China after being accused of illegally supplying state secrets overseas, before being released in October and has now landed a role with Sky News Australia.  "Who'd have thought that I'd get my identity back so quickly, I thought I'd lost it forever."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caller Mark has told the story of how he found a fox lurking in his backyard, and he how grabbed it by the scruff of the neck!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All out-bound lanes are closed between Huntingdale and Clayton roads after a car veered off the road and crashed into a tree just after 7am.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bali has been dethroned as Australia's top tourist destination, and the CEO of the Australian Travel Industry Association Dean Long explained to Tony Jones what country has taken over and why it's so popular. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Geelong mother stopped traffic a few weeks ago when she gave birth to her daughter, Madison, in the middle of the street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Police have now charged the driver who allegedly drove into a Daylesford beer garden on November 5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 66-year-old man who drove into a Daylesford beer garden has now been charged.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The changes to the migration strategy has received a thumbs up from the country's peak building industry association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home Affairs minister Clare O'Neil is due to unveil changes to the migration strategy later today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police have revealed the crash in Werribee overnight which has left a women fighting for her life was "completely avoidable" but denied hooning as a cause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV personality Eddie McGuire has defended Melbourne lord mayor, Sally Capp for spending tens of thousands on limos despite "retiring" the chauffeur-driven car back in 2018.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Councillor Capp has racked up a bill of more than $30,000 for chauffer-driven limo trips this year. Former Melbourne councillor Peter Clarke there are a small number of functions where a special vehicle may be needed for security reasons, but they "would be at the edges, not the norm".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions are being raised about Daniel Andrews and if he should be left alone after a video went viral which allegedly depicts him using his phone while driving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Melburnians are being urged to keep on top of the weather warnings today and tomorrow with wild weather expected and a top of 34 degrees.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man has been filmed kicking and punching a car on North Road in Ormond on Wednesday afternoon, in what has been described as an "adult's tantrum" by an eyewitness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has shared two bits of advice for Daniel Andrews after a video was taken of the former premier allegedly driving on Eastlink while using his phone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones has taken an Extinction Rebellion activist to task following claims disruptions are the only way their cause gets attraction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A property with a historical link to Ned Kelly in Benalla, in north-east Victoria, will go on the market for the first time in nearly 40 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Collingwood premiership player Jack Crisp is at Gumbuya World in Tynong North today for the My Room Children's Cancer Charity to help children with cancer.  On a football standpoint, Crisp also spoke about the influence of head coach Craig McRae on the playing group at Collingwood, as well as the ACL injury to forward Dan McStay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mark Dreyfus lost his temper at Sky News reporter Olivia Caisley when she asked if the government owed an apology to the people involved in the reoffending of three people released from immigration detention. Journalist and colleague of Ms Caisley, Sharri Markson, told Tony Jones Mr Dreyfus' response was "patronising and ... also quite sexist".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

McDonald's is facing a $100 million class action, and Union National Secretary Gerard Dwyer told Tony Jones the company's behaviour is "completely unacceptable" in relation to employees allegedly having to work before and after their rostered shifts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones, who is hosting 3AW Mornings over summer, has taken aim at Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus for his exchange with a reporter yesterday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extinction Rebellion protests this morning didn't cause the disruption those involved were hoping for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A widowed pensioner has been given a $288 fine by Bayside council after a neighbour reported her for having her dog on her own driveway without a lead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outgoing Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass has handed down a SCATHING report into the Labor state government this morning. Nine News reporter Heidi Murphy has been pouring through the report and attended the Ombudsman's press conference earlier.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Letter delivery will be reduced with some post offices set to close and the price of stamps to rise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Infrastructure Victoria found a whopping 30 per cent of Melburnians have never caught a bus, even though 80 per cent live within 400 metres of a stop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Extinction Rebellion protestor Jane Morton has sounded the alarm on the climate emergency, as protestors block traffic between Flinders Street and King Street in the CBD this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Israeli government has issued a travel warning for Australia warning Israeli and Jewish people to exercise "increased precaution" due to a rise in anti-Semitism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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King Charles could be coming to Australia and New Zealand next year marking the first time a sitting king has ever visited Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More 24 hour stoppages are scheduled this week at the docks as the Maritime Union continue industrial strikes forcing small businesses to continue to wait for stock ordered months ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Latest data from the Victorian Crime Statistics Agency shows burglary, break and enter and theft offences have had the largest increase in the past 12 months, up almost 16 per cent. Neighbourhood Watch Victoria CEO Bambi Gordon told Tony Jones the crimes are not premeditated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine News reporter on the scene, Amber Johnson, told Tony Jones there are unconfirmed reports the man was armed with a weapon and making threats to the public.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A police incident is unfolding in Windsor. Taylor has been told to go into her office, lock the doors and stay inside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The public has been urged to avoid the area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones, who is hosting 3AW Mornings, has taken aim at comedian Ricky Gervais for a tasteless joke in his latest Netflix special.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

V/Line commuters are being urged to make alternative travel plans next Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hear from a caller who had a red hot tip on the incident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The City of Yarra will fly 20 different flags at its three Town Halls, one of them is for the Sarahwi Arab Democratic Republic, even though it's not formally recognised by any country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director at Red Bridge Group, Kos Samaras, has claimed there is a "really big problem" facing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents have cited concerns over traffic flow, a loss of kangaroo habitat and a drop in property values as the reasons for their opposition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The End of and Era - Listen to Neil Mitchell's final show as host of 3AW Mornings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Carroll discusses the 'Neil Ban', whether or not the Airport Rail will get up, his view on the pro-Palestine teachers protests and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Labor Deputy Premier Ben Carroll joined Neil Mitchell in studio after a 18-month-long drought of no state Labor ministers appearing on the program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back to the Neil Mitchell's final sign-off as 3AW Mornings host. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has thanked everyone involved in his career as the 3AW Mornings host's 34-year stint comes to an end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wayne Gatt has weighed in on Neil Mitchell's final radio campaign and shared some nice words on Neil's last day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Neil Mitchell finishes up in his role as Mornings host after 34 years, one caller reminded him of his impact on families!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Industrial strikes continue at the docks with the Maritime Union seeking a 27.5 per cent pay rise from DP World, but small businesses are caught in the middle with no way to get their stock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan asked Neil Mitchell about how is feeling leaving the Mornings program, his standout interviews, but particularly honed in on what makes Neil great.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Neil Mitchell's final day as 3AW Mornings host and there was no way he was going to let Anthony Albanese off the hook!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this fiery interview, Neil Mitchell grills Anthony Albanese over cost of living and Labor ministers' claims Peter Dutton voted to protect paedophiles. He also asked the Prime Minister if he's ever smoked cannabis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil is finishing daily radio at 3AW after more than 35 years. So we've wound back the clock to take a look at some of his most memorable moments including: Neil's passionate push for gun control after Port Arthur The birth of the Blue Ribbon campaign The caller who sparked the flower tribute to Bali bombing victims on the steps of State Parliament Clare Oliver and the campaign to ban solariums Outside broadcasts from the US during Obama's election, Changi Prison, Gallipoli and Bali following the bombings Neil asking Scott Morrison about the "illness surfacing in China" The time Neil Mitchell broadcasted while lying flat on his back after surgery See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following Premier Jacinta Allan's revelation she smoked cannabis a "long, long time ago", Opposition leader, John Pesutto shared his experience urging for an in-depth analysis on the risk of legalising cannabis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Leni has won a Mercedes-Benz A-Class Hatch thanks to 3 Point Motors Mercedes-Benz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Liberal Premier of Victoria, Jeff Kennett, has looked back at the time his government looked at legalisation of cannabis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal Democrat member for the South Eastern Metropolitan region, David Limbrick says there is enough support across the crossbench for the government to get it across without the opposition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legalise Cannabis Victoria MP for Western Metropolitan, David Ettershank, says the government has realised legalisation of the drug is inevitable.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Renee Gaitanis lives in Wollert in Melbourne's north and is an organiser of an event called "Stardust Way Christmas Lights" and made an appeal to the public to tell Whittlesea council how important the event is in the community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keeley, the girlfriend of the owner of the house, spoke to Neil Mitchell on what happened, claiming she thought there was going to be a tornado!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acting Ambassador to the Israel Embassy of Australia, Chris Cantour, was there at the hotel last night and told Neil Mitchell what the experience was like for himself and the family members.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has slammed "idiot" protestors who were seen blocking the entrance to a hotel where families of Israeli victims and hostages were staying in Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A runner who plans to run 1300k in Antarctica in a bid to encourage more girls to stay in sport has provided an update before she heads out in two weeks time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former prime minister John Howard has shared his take on a high court decision to release asylum seekers from indefinite detention.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil has looked back at an editorial from 1996 over gun lobbyist's campaigning following the Port Arthur massacre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nine News Melbourne weeknight news anchor Peter Hitchener has discussed his move back to weekend news as he congratulated Neil Mitchell on finishing up 35 years on full-time radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In his last week before retiring from full-time radio, Neil Mitchell has been interviewed by minister for the national disability insurance scheme, Bill Shorten, after Neil lost a bet over the winner of the 2023 AFL grand final.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in 2008, Neil Mitchell met Tate Kemp, a young boy with cerebral palsy who was told he would never walk or talk.  But at five years old, he set himself a goal to complete the five kilometre leg of the Melbourne Marathon, completing the race in four hours with a smile on his face the whole time! The 3AW Mornings host then spoke with Tate's mum Sue on how he is going 15 years on.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lord mayor Sally Capp says Carnival Australia's decision to dump ships coming into Melbourne ports will come as an "enormous loss" to the state's economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has applauded the "really positive step" in Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Peter Dutton coming together to address the road toll. Last week, the 3AW Mornings host asked Dutton to read out the letter in Parliament, with the opposition leader fulfilling his promise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man from Monbulk has helped rescued 41 trapped workers, after a tunnel collapsed in the Uttarkashi District in northern India on November 12. His name is Professor Arnold Dix, who spoke to Neil Mitchell last week as he was about to go underground to complete the mission.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 10km highway between Box Hill and Hawthorn for the exclusive use of bikes could be built. Monique Ryan MP is an advocate for it and joined Neil Mitchell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Victorian Liberal Senator and shadow Home Affairs spokesman, James Paterson, has called on the federal government to be "more transparent" with the public on the asylum seeker who is in hiding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coles chief operating officer Matt Swindells and Victorian Farmers Federation president Emma Germano joined Neil Mitchell in the studio to talk food. There was some common ground, but it's fair to say they didn't see eye-to-eye on a lot of things...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pino Narduzzo from Pino's Fine Produce at Prahran Market passed away on Monday. Neil Mitchell has paid tribute to a "legend" of the fruiterer game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Supreme Court Justice Lex Lasry joins Neil Mitchell to cross examine him in his final week on radio! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 600 prominent Australians have signed an open letter calling for the end to anti-Semitism. Victoria's first Jewish governor Linda Dessau says she put her name to the campaign, and has been "shocked" by the hatred in Australia since the Hamas attacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1992, Mitchell Van Koll was named after Neil Mitchell! Neil spoke to the now 31-year-old this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With no mobile phones, Harry Van Koll's partner put out a message via Neil Mitchell's radio program, calling for her husband to leave the worksite he was on and get to the hospital!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should boomers and older Australians stop spending as much due to the current high interest rates? Neil Mitchell was joined by Nine Newspapers' Rachel Clun to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Transport advocate Rod Barton says it's illegal, and "it is simply wrong to put the travelling public in a confrontational position".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neville Taylor weighed in on motorists dodging speed cameras, paid tribute to the recent tragic news in South Australia play a lot more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign affairs analyst, Dr David Wright-Neville, said terrorism certainly has been "receding", but told Neil Mitchell "there is evidence that it's beginning to build again".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Following the latest Newspoll, Neil Mitchell has 10 reasons why the Albanese government is stumbling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former principal and founder and CEO of Real Schools, Adam Voigt, is "concerned" about the planned action from some teachers in Melbourne. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some teachers have reportedly started a week of pro-Palestine action in a number of inner Melbourne schools. Neil Mitchell said he "hoped it was a scam" but it has been approved by a Palestinian lobby group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Min Woo Lee has been crowned the winner of the Australian PGA Championship after claiming victory at Royal Queensland on the weekend, and he's a character! Former pro-golfer Mark Allen explains the buzz around him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TLC for Kids needed $4000 for an accessible wheelchair for its new ambulance... and you came through!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second TLC for Kids ambulance has is about to hit the road... and it's been named 'The Mitch' in honour of Neil Mitchell!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell was joined by Innes Willox to discuss why Victorians have been so slow to return to the office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tradie Patrick Reid was attacked in Notting Hill on Thursday morning and is now speaking out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The 3AW Mornings host was alerted by a listener and her husband to the heavy surcharging by taxis to get from AAMI Park to Bourke Street, which is only 3km away. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian students walked out of school yesterday in support of Palestine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

41 construction workers are trapped in a collapsed tunnel in India. The Aussie man who is part of the effort to rescue them joins Neil Mitchell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angus Taylor MP joined Neil Mitchell to chat about Gina Rinehart's idea to cut the fuel excise ahead of Christmas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Kyle and Jackie O show made headlines yesterday, when they announced they would be broadcasting on Melbourne radio for the next 10 years, but Neil Mitchell believes Kyle Sandilands won't get near Ross Stevenson and 3AW Breakfast in the Melbourne ratings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President of the Australia Palestine Advocacy Network, Nasser Mashni, has defended today's school strike for Palestine in the city, telling Neil Mitchell he doesn't accept that the strike is fueling "hate". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It comes after Shorten's interview with Neil Mitchell last week on 3AW, when he told protestors to "dial down the agro" in relation to the ongoing war in the Middle East.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Shadow Police Minister Brad Battin joined Neil Mitchell following the tragic news out of South Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businessman and member of the Smorgon family Ben Krasnostein has told Neil Mitchell "enough is enough". He also had some strong words for Free Palestine protestors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Neil Mitchell covered a range of different topics as well with the federal opposition leader including: The "human cost" of the road toll with reference to the death of SA Police Commissioner Grant Stevens' son His stance on anti-Semitism His reaction to latest polling numbers and Anthony Albanese's recent visit to China His own personal message to Neil Mitchell ahead of the 3AW Mornings host's final week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell only has eight days of daily radio left, and he's got one last campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal opposition leader Peter Dutton has called on Israel to "destroy" and "deal with the threat" of Hamas as the war rages on in the Middle East.  "This is the extermination of a race."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Adelaide Reporter Tom Rehn joined Neil Mitchell in the aftermath of his emotional appearance on live TV, and had a powerful message for the public to "slow down on the roads" after the death of SA Police Commissioner Grant Steven's son Charlie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Adelaide reporter Tom Rehn has been brought to tears while reading out South Australia Police Commissioner Grant Stevens and his wife Emma's powerful letter paying tribute to their son Charlie, who was killed in an alleged hit-run collision last week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Sister Margaret Noone does "the work of angels".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catriona Lowe from the ACCC joined Neil Mitchell to explain the recall and what it means for those who own solar batteries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyber safety expert Susan McLean was caught up in the chaos - she explained to Neil Mitchell what her family experienced when trying to attend the exhibit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Labradoodle named Pickles is set to be reunited with her owner Rebecca, hours after being stolen outside of a clothing alterations store in Richmond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Premier Jacinta Allan spoke publicly earlier on her stance on the school strike for Palestine planned for Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21-year-old Marian called Neill Mitchell, accusing him of islamophobia. Neil didn't hold back in response. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Labradoodle named Pickles has been stolen outside a clothing alterations store in Richmond this morning.  Owner of the dog Rebecca called in and informed Neil Mitchell on her desperate search to find her pet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Glen Eira College parent Stephen has accused the planned school strike for Palestine of using students as "political pawns" to protest something they have "no understanding of". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW's Heidi Murphy tells 3AW Mornings that speed limits are going to be reduced on the Eastern Freeway for five years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian Builders Collective president Phil Dwyer tells Neil Mitchell what's wrong with the building industry right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Neil Mitchell read out a statement on the news of her resignation, before giving his quick thoughts on what has happened in recent times with Optus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has clashed with a man who was born in Gaza, who is on a hunger strike to protest the conflict occurring over in the Middle East at the moment.  "No I don't need to listen to you, I'm attempting to interview you!"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing at Victoria Police, Glenn Weir, has detailed the "uplift" in operations to try and reduce the horror road toll in Victoria this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Matt James announced he would donate all royalties for him new song to myeloma research, CEO of Myeloma Australia Mark Henderson joined Neil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the latest edition of the upstarts, Georgie Purcell MP had a very special gift for Neil! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Public affairs manager for Birdlife Australia, Sean Dooley, has answered a question from Neil Mitchell when he asked where all the sparrows have gone!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DJ Matt Jones created 'Get On The Beers' - a viral dance track during COVID which was widely shared. After being diagnosed with myeloma in August, he has created a new song to help raise money for cancer research. He joined Neil Mitchell to discuss his story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's domestic airlines have been described as the "mafia in the sky" by strategically cancelling flights, especially between Melbourne and Sydney. Hear from Teal MP Monique Ryan on the issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior Station Officer and Incident Controller at the Metropolitan Fire Brigade, Commander Julian Bisbal, is at the scene and shed light on some details of the crash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yikes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Community and Public Sector Union spokesperson, Julian Kennelly, has slammed the state government's "stupid and dangerously divisive" prison officer sign-on bonus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Federal Labor MP Bill Shorten had fake corpses placed outside his office yesterday and joined Neil Mitchell after Neil broke the story on Wednesday's program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Urban planner, Professor Roz Hansen, supports the Airport Rail Link in Melbourne, claiming she is "convinced there is a demand" for the project.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Morris has been announced as Channel 9's new chief football reporter and joined Neil Mitchell to discuss his last few years since being sacked from Fox Footy and his take on the big footy stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has called on the state government to commit to building the Airport Rail Link in Melbourne.  It comes as the federal government prepare to foot $5 billion of the bill, leaving the Allan Government to stump up the remainder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eyewitness Tina alerted Neil Mitchell to the tragic collision this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are investigating after the incident, where a silver ute ram raided the store on Wednesday morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

These dogs went missing from near Traralgon seven months ago. On the weekend they turned up in Queensland!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia Palestine Advocacy Network president Nasser Mashni joined Neil Mitchell after advocates were pictured placing fake dead bodies wrapped in white sheets outside offices of local MPs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eyewitness John rang in to notify Neil Mitchell on what he saw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AFL announced on Wednesday that the first weekend of the new footy season will consist of just four matches, which will all be played interstate. 3AW sports presenter Shane McInnes joined Neil Mitchell to unpack what it all means. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Jean Tait is a local Caulfield resident and has recently launched a petition after noticing several changes to the reserve inside Caulfield Racecourse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shadow attorney-general Michael O'Brien will today introduce a bill calling for police and PSOs to regain the move-on powers they exercised before 2015.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been revealed the group "No More Bodies For Gaza" are targeting the offices of seven MP's Australia-wide to protest the number of Palestinian civilians being killed per hour in Gaza. Neil Mitchell delivered some information on some of the MPs affected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Melbourne council is fighting the Allan government's plan to allow granny flats to be built without permits, citing concerns it will harm the character and amenity of the area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell received a red hot tip of fake corpses wrapped in bags covered in fake blood with the sign above saying "Free Palestine" on High Street in Epping.  Two callers voiced their disgust with it later being revealed several MP's offices have been targeted Australia wide. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marion Terrill was at this morning's press conference and joined Neil Mitchell with the latest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is off to the US this week on another overseas trip. Neil Mitchell wants to know whether Albo is truly in touch with the everyday Australian at the moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

16-year-old Melburnian Aiva Anagnostiadis is moving to the UK after being selected by Alpine for their F1 Academy. She spoke with Neil before making the big move overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former professional golfer and 3AW personality Mark Allen has weighed in on the Portsea Golf Club reportedly rejecting former Premier Daniel Andrews from joining its ranks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott says the Australian dream of home ownership is getting "out of reach" for the average Australian.  He says it's causing a class divide with older people and those with higher incomes increasingly the only ones who can afford a mortgage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Greens are supporting students' decisions to walk out of school to attend two strikes— one about climate change and another calling for an Israel-Palestine ceasefire — in coming weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal MP for Kew and opposition education spokesperson, Jess Wilson, echoed a similar message to Neil Mitchell, claiming students "need" to be in the classroom and not outside protesting over the war in the Middle East as well as climate change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell believes kids are being "manipulated" to strike over the war in the Middle East as well as climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary sports reporter Patrick Smith passed away suddenly on Sunday and Neil Mitchell paid tribute to him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police has confirmed they're investigating after Neil Mitchell reported an alleged antisemitic attack in South Yarra on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local Werribee resident Mark Fenton emailed Neil after visiting his local container deposit machine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Victoria Police member Kyle has opened up on the big week he's had, running 441 kilometres in seven days to raise money for Ewing Sarcoma research. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With several police stations currently closed as a result of budget cuts, Neil Mitchell has a red hot tip from last Thursday where an alleged domestic violence victim drove to Cheltenham police station, only to be turned away because it was shut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caller Daniel rang in to take Neil Mitchell through his emotions when he saw the sign, and admitted he was "taken back" by it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host says everyone in Victoria should be sitting up and paying attention to the alarming spike in anti-Semitic incidents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Assistant Commissioner for Road Policing Glenn Weir has provided an update on the crash in Piries which killed four people on the weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Jewish community leader says police were too slow to head off Friday night's violence outside a Jewish synagogue in Caulfield South.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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AFL CEO Andrew Dillon joined Neil Mitchell LIVE from the MCG ahead of Friday's Ron Barassi memorial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police union boss Wayne Gatt had some strong words on the planned industrial action by the union, who are fighting for a four per cent pay rise and the introduction of nine-hour shifts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two staffies who disappeared from Flynn's Creek — near Traralgon — seven months ago have been found.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tech expert Trevor Long has slammed Optus' "meaningless" compensation for customers after the company's major outage on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In February 2006, Neil Mitchell hosted a special program to mark Ron Barassi's 70th birthday. Today, on the morning of the late football great's memorial service, we've dug that program out of the archives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie McGuire has paid tribute to late AFL legend Ron Barassi, ahead of the memorial service held today at the MCG to honour an icon of the game, and suggested an idea which could honour the great permanently. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW is broadcasting live from the MCG this morning for the Ron Barassi state memorial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A family in Wheelers Hill has been targeted by a hammer-wielding man, who has allegedly smashed the windows of two family cars on four separate occasions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell didn't hold back, challenging Merri-Bek councillor Sue Bolton on a motion to fly the Palestinian flag at the council in Coburg, as well as why she feels the need to involve herself in the crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The road toll has reached a 15-year high with 251 lives lost to date after 13 lives were lost during the Melbourne Cup long weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abram Golberg is a 99-year-old Holocaust survivor, and one of 102 survivors to pen a statement condemning the anti-Semitism in recent times and their push to not allow history to repeat itself.  He called in to talk to Neil Mitchell in the hope to educate the younger generation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell played a bit of audio on Thursday of an AI (artificial intelligence) conversation between himself and the Animal Justice Party's Georgie Purcell. You be the judge...how real does it sound? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Free Palestine spokesperson has clashed with Neil Mitchell following more pro-Palestine protests, including one at the Port Melbourne Docks, and a decision made by the Merri-Bek council.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Merri-bek councillor Oscar Yildiz has detailed the death threats which have been made against himself and his family, after he voted against a motion to support Palestine in the ongoing war in the Middle East. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The federal communications minister, Michelle Rowland, has called the major Optus network outage "dangerous" and a "wake-up call" following an announcement of a review into the cause.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council Watch spokesperson Dean Hurlston has urged local councils to stay out of national and international issues, especially the war occurring over in the Middle East. It comes after Neil Mitchell's red hot tip this morning on Merri-bek Council voted to fly the Palestinian flag at several council spots around the city until a ceasefire is declared in Gaza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As unsettled weather continues to affect Melbourne, Respiratory physician at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and Peter Mac Dr Lou Irving explains what you can do to help prevent hay fever and thunderstorm asthma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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With the Israel-Hamas war in the Middle East entering a second month, Neil Mitchell is calling out people criticising Jewish people living in Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western Bulldogs midfielder Marcus Bontempelli has opened on his "fear of failure" and his constant level of trying to be a "perfectionist" growing up and playing footy at the highest level.  It comes as he releases his children's book called "Little Bont's Brave Play" based on his experience growing up with his Nonna, and the lesson of bouncing back from adversity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria Quentin Kilian and Domain national property editor Alice Stoltz joined Neil Mitchell to unpack the challenges in the housing market and share their views on what can be done to improve the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police member Kyle in on the home stretch of his 441km run in just seven days to raise awareness and crucial funds for Ewing Sarcoma research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Telecommunications Ombudsman Cynthia Gerbert says telcos "generally" keep her informed of outages, but she's received no correspondence from Optus this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alison Piotrowski was in the court room where Trump and the judge clashed, telling Tony Jones it was a scene she's never seen before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A Free Palestine protest has caused traffic chaos on the roundabout of Epsom Road, Ascot Vale Road and Racecourse Road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Channel Nine news reporter Neary Ty gave an update on 3AW Mornings on the details surrounding the death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Age today published an article about Matt Bach, an outgoing Liberal MP who had some choice words for the Liberal Party Bach criticised the Liberal Party, claiming the party needs to move their focus from "rich geriatrics" and focus on the younger vote. But Bach gave some context to the comments he made. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor of Hepburn Shire Brian Hood has spoken on the vigil which was held for the five lives lost in the Daylesford pub tragedy on Sunday evening. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can you no longer do as easily while on a trip to Bali? Dean Long is the CEO of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents and joined Tony Jones to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Coalition now leading Labor on the primary vote in the latest Newspoll, Nine National Affairs Editor Andrew Probyn believes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has lot a "fair bit of bark" in recent weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The scheme got underway in Victoria last week, and caller Tony said it was "typical" from the state government that a refund point in Mentone is inoperative already. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Hot Tip: A kangaroo has been spotted hopping around at Melbourne airport near the passenger pick up/drop off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police Chief Commissioner, Shane Patton, have confirmed police have not yet spoken to the driver of the SUV at the centre of the tragic Daylesford crash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Jones, filling in for Neil Mitchell on 3AW Mornings, has had a heated clash with a caller on the talkback line over the decision for a businesswoman to wear a "Free Palestine" outfit at the races on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hay fever sufferers have been warned to be prepared for extreme levels of pollen across the state for the next few days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A business owner has been left to apologise to her customers for ongoing issues with her email.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A witness to the horrific crash in Daylesford which has left five dead, has broken down in tears recounting what happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and Liberal MP Joe McCracken join Neil Mitchell every second Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Music historian and history editor of The Australian, Alan Howe, has reacted to the new The Beatles song.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Are you falling or floating if you dig a hole through to the other side of the Earth and jump in?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ambulance Victoria is in a Fair Work dispute with its office staff over a proposal where they only work from home for two days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Police member Kyle has kicked off his 441km run in just seven days to raise awareness and crucial funds for Ewing Sarcoma research, a rare cancer that affects approximately 200 Australians a year. Emergency and Trauma Physician at the Alfred Hospital, Helen Stergiou, is with Kyle and said "it's just a really good feeling" as the first day of the run gets underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorians are being warned to brace for extremely high pollen levels across the weekend and into next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An 82-year-old woman who was rescued by two heroic primary school students on Halloween has thanked the pair live on air.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a new paint product from a company who claims it will protect homes at risk of bushfire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been some good news out of Gaza with the Rafeh border crossing opening to allow Australians and other foreign nationals to flee to Egypt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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An infectious diseases physician is urging Australian's to remain alert about COVID as the country enters it's eighth wave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A journalist was left aghast when he paid for a toastie he bought this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state government's annual report drop has revealed concerning Victoria police figures, including roadside testing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of patients at The Alfred have had their medical records accessed in a massive security breach and the hospital's CEO admits he "can't guarantee" there aren't other ongoing data breaches the hospital is currently unaware of.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two grade six boys from Ferntree Gully, Jake and Roy, were in the right place at the right time on Tuesday evening, helping rescue an elderly woman while out trick-or-treating for Halloween!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He told Neil Mitchell he "never interacted with the pharmacist" who looked at his medical record and he wants answers on why his data was accessed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has announced a big arrest in the investigation into the fatal mushroom poisoning lunch in Leongatha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Up to a dozen police cars have been seen chasing a ute on the Nepean Highway in Glen Huntly and was first seen at Fawkner Park in South Yarra.  Many eyewitnesses also saw the ute speeding and hitting multiple parked cars. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 7000 medical records — including test results, clinicians notes, names, dates of birth and Medicare numbers — have been compromised.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The tax system has received criticism by the out-going chief executive officer of the Grattan Institute, Danielle Wood, who says young people are getting "screwed."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Allan government has released 244 annual reports in a massive "report dump" at state parliament. Among that huge release is a the Department of Health's 2022-23 Annual Report, which reveals 40,000 fewer surgeries were carried out in Victoria than the goal for the financial year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Hot Tip: Various bus stops in Elsternwick have been damaged in the last couple of days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Recycling expert at Deakin University, Dr Trevor Thorton, says Victorians need to be patient as some container deposit sites could take a year to "settle down".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria's new container scheme has come into effect but people who have gone to drop their items off have already run into issues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW Mornings were alerted off-air to a red hot tip about a police incident which was later confirmed by Neil Mitchell on air. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has put former Premier Daniel Andrews and Attorney-General of Victoria Jaclyn Symes in the firing line in light of the news Paul Denyer will stay behind bars for life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The father of one of Paul Denyer's victims says last night he had the best night's sleep he's had in 30 years, after the Victorian government moved to keep the serial killer behind bars for life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elon Musk has announced a new feature planned to come to X (formerly known as Twitter) from next year, but it's already been denounced by an expert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following news the state government will stop funding a major service which provides spiritual care to patients in palliative care, one organisation has expressed their disappointment with the decision.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Deputy Chair of the Australian GP Alliance, Dr Mukesh Haikerwal, has detailed the grim outlook facing general practices in light of the new payroll tax implemented by the state government. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Asthma Australia has warned of a triple whammy of conditions which will make it tough for asthma sufferers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian government will ban gas connections to new residential homes in ten weeks but industry leaders want to delay the ban.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Southwick told Neil Mitchell several children of Holocaust survivors have told him in recent weeks that they're "glad their parents aren't around to see what's happening".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has called out the "obscene" anti-Semitism in the country as the Israel-Hamas war rages on in the Middle East.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Hot Tip confirmed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Consumers' Federation of Australia, Gerard Brody, doesn't think the airline's defence stacks up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Details on how to attend the memorial service for AFL legend, Ron Barassi, have been revealed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A professor of global Islamic politics says it's difficult to disagree with comments made by ASIO head Mike Burgess regarding an elevated risk of violence and terrorism plots in Australia over the Israel-Hamas war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Labor politician Tim Holding joined Neil Mitchell live in studio to discuss the venture he started with his wife Felicity back in 2020 when they decided to buy the Château de Purnon in France, which has 105 rooms and is 235-years-old. He also discussed his near-death experience back in 2009 when he went missing for two days while on a solo hiking expedition on Mount Feathertop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell is calling on Australian leaders to act urgently to stop the "concerning" behaviour happening across the country as a result of the Israel-Hamas war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Labor MP Tim Holding was a Labor politician from 1999 until 2013, and said he's worried at how "polarising" politics has become. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The state government is cutting funding from a major service in Victoria which oversees 11 different faith communities who provide support to people in their dying days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell was alerted to the disturbing news by caller Peter earlier this morning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Police Association is warning the failure to have a sobering up centre in Collingwood ready will see police being forced to walk away from helping those who are intoxicated in the street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chair of the Victorian Branch of the Australian Orthopaedic Association, Dr Anita Boecksteiner, says if pre-surgery preparation is comprehensive, some patients can safely go home on the day of surgery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Fashion Editor at The Age and Sydney Morning Herald, Melissa Singer, has "saluted" the Victoria Racing Club for their new dress rules for men ahead of the Melbourne Cup carnival, despite having some concerns on the decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A backflip on a Frankston foreshore building project has caused some outrage in the community, with Great Wall of Frankston campaigner and secretary of the Port Phillip Conservation Council, Jenny Warfe, voicing her concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Have you ever wondered how your dog knows how to wait for you at the front door if they have no concept of time?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has highlighted the double standard between himself and popular radio broadcaster Kyle Sandilands in relation to the laws covering media broadcasters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been developments in the war between Israel and Gaza with Israel's defence force raiding the north of Gaza, targeting Hamas before withdrawing after a couple of hours. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Hot Tip: It's been confirmed a number of Palestinian flags are being flown at Federation Square today with a planned vigil to be held tonight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recycling expert and lecturer in hazardous materials at Deakin University, Trevor Thornton, has slammed the state government's container deposit scheme, with Neil Mitchell also weighing in on the situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The chief executive of the NAB says Australia is in the midst of a housing "crisis" and it doesn't look like it's going to improve in the foreseeable future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NAB CEO Ross McEwan joined Neil Mitchell for a wide-ranging interview covering: His grim outlook on housing An interest rate prediction What surprised him about interest rates The difference in the cost of doing business in Victoria vs NSW See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Bendigo RSL has pulled an inclusive poppy pin featuring rainbow colours from their website this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A ground invasion in Gaza is inevitable according to a foreign affairs expert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A planned online session due to be held tonight over the sobering up centre opening in Collingwood in just under two weeks has been cancelled by Co-Health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Road Safety Camera Commissioner Neville Taylor and Victorian Transport Association CEO Peter Anderson joined Neil Mitchell to discuss the Western Ring Road, and why 110,000 motorists were caught speeding during a six-month period in 2021/22 on the road. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Sydney legal firm acting on behalf of Palestinian Australians is threatening legal action against Anthony Albanese and the federal government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Urban policy expert at SGS Economics and Planning, Patrick Fensham, says "we won't be able to accommodate these sorts of numbers without a plan".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell says the health system is a mess and it needs to be fixed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back to the full show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RED HOT TIP: Negotiations between the lowest paid staff and executives at Whittlesea Council have stalled resulting in "band three" staff walking off their jobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western Suburbs GP based in Werribee Dr Joe Garra, former AMA vice president and emergency physician Stephen Parnis, orthopaedic surgeon Dr John Cunningham and former federal president of the AMA Dr Tony Bartone joined Neil Mitchell to thrash out the "massive issues" facing the health system.  Those issues included: The lack of GPs in the workforce General workforce shortages in the health system The state of hospitals including wait times and referrals Hospital infrastructure crumbling Payroll tax affecting GPs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Western Suburbs GP based in Werribee, Dr Joe Garra, has demanded "clarity" from the state government over payroll tax changes, which he deems is a "big risk" to general practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The grandson of the original creator of the spread says his grandfather always believed in the product despite it being a dud originally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Vegemite celebrates it's 100th anniversary, a marketing expert has discussed how the spread which was originally unpopular became iconic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 1970 Torino, 1971 fastback Mustang and 1970 Mustang coupe were stolen from a property in Alexandra early this month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Monday, the Maritime Union of Australia ramped up industrial action at DP World terminals in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Fremantle, and with further action planned, there are concerns shelves will be left empty in the lead up to Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former deputy secretary of the Immigration Department, Abul Rizvi, estimates Australia's net migration hit a record half a million people in the 12 months to September.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As year 12 students take their english exams today, Neil was reminded of a call from 26 years ago from a then-year 12 student when she called into the program this morning!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Changes to the age when population screening for bowel cancers could soon with Bowel Cancer Australia recommending Australians aged between 45 and 74 to test every two years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen back to the full show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former Australian ambassador to Jordan, Egypt, and Syria claims a worsening humanitarian catastrophe is inevitable regarding the Israel-Hamas war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cartoonist Mark Knight has responded to Premier Jacinta Allan's comments on his Herald Sun cartoon depicting her without any clothing on, which she took exception to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wildlife Victoria have revealed they've seen a significant increase in calls to their emergency response service this spring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Data from rental tracker PropTrack has revealed the Melbourne suburbs which are the toughest to become a tenant.  National Property Editor of Domain, Alice Stolz, says the rental crisis is going to get worse before it gets better. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell says it's "time for an adult conversation" about Australia's "dangerous" debt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Martin from the Australian National University has claimed the increased number of SUVs and utes are "more dangerous" for other road users, and believes the number of these vehicles on the roads needs to be addressed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan has hit out at cartoonist Mark Knight over a cartoon featuring her without clothes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head of policy at RACV, James Williams, has detailed the "quite significant" statistics regarding house safety in Victoria.  It comes as the RACV aims to conduct an online survey to gauge how safe Victorians feel in their homes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The letter from the Department of Premier and Cabinet says the person's vehicle has been identified in "multiple alleged offences" under the Aboriginal Heritage Act.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Earlier in May this year, the Hush Foundation was caught up in a scam, claiming to donate a piano to Box Hill Hospital, but thanks to the generosity of the 3AW Mornings audience, the foundation was inundated with piano donations! Physician at the Royal Children's Hospital and The Chair and Founder of the Hush Foundation, Dr Catherine Crock, then delivered some "great news" to Neil Mitchell!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell was first alerted to this issue by volunteer firefighter and Goldie local, Richard Thornton, back on November 27 2019, and there's still no mobile phone tower after four years, ahead of bushfire season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief executive of the Victorian Transport Association, Peter Anderson, says a huge number of truck drivers were fined and he believes a speed camera in a 100km/h zone just prior to the roadworks area was set to book motorists driving above 80km/h.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vice Chancellor’s Senior Research Fellow at RMIT University and drug policy specialist, Dr. Monica Barratt, told Neil Mitchell while a drug checking system wouldn't "save all lives", it's still a "really simple and pragmatic approach". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Upstarts — Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and Liberal MP Joe McCracken — join Neil Mitchell every second Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a shock discovery Neil Mitchell made last week about the hand sanitisers at 3AW, he's asked if you should take the expiration date of hand sanitisers seriously.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Neil Mitchell has argued against the AFL club he supports in Melbourne in relation to player Joel Smith, who returned a positive drug sample for cocaine during the home-and-away season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A CFA volunteer of over 40 years has proposed Parks Victoria should provide volunteer firefighters free access to national parks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Infrastructure Victoria CEO, Dr Jonathan Spear, told Neil Mitchell a more compact CBD is not so much just about more high-rise apartments, but rather "more housing choices".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Association secretary Wayne Gatt has detailed the "overwhelming" police shortages in the state, especially in the western suburbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No ambulances were available. It took her 40 minutes to walk from the back of the property to a St John of God patient transport vehicle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A union leader involved in an open letter petitioning the Israel-Hamas war has revealed why the letter places responsibility on the Israeli government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crown Melbourne CEO, Mike Volkert, is vowing to take the precinct towards more of a "Las Vegas" style casino, telling Neil Mitchell it's all about "getting back to the roots" of what Crown was known for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Melbourne forward Joel Smith has been provisionally suspended effective immediately for a potential breach of the anti-doping code, with Wide World of Sports host Sam McClure weighing in on the situation and how long he could miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An annual report by the Australian Defence Force has revealed personnel numbers have fallen by 1161, 5,5 per cent smaller than the intended target of 62,000 personnel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1975, the most common age for a mother to have a child was 25. Now, it's 32.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul told Neil Mitchell a pedestrian appears to have tried to cross the freeway and has been struck, and a B-double truck which served has collided with numerous cars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Council Watch spokeperson, Dean Hurlston, has voiced his concerns with some councils across the state, accusing them of price gouging parking fines above the minimum amount of $37.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Israel poised to go into Gaza, international security expert Dr David Wright Neville said this "really could escalate into a serious conflict".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A blast at the Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza City killed hundreds, with Palestinian authorities pointing towards a deliberate Israeli air strike and Israel claiming a misfiring Palestinian rocket is to blame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Victorian electric vehicle tax has been deemed unconstitutional by the High court in a landmark ruling finding it to be an excise, meaning only Federal Government has the power to impose it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dairy workers have begun a 48 hour strike across Victoria for improved wages and conditions, causing concerns about dairy product shortages.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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After two other teal MPs — Kylea Tink and Sophie Scamps — sided with the Greens in seeking to erase an a statement that Australia "stands with Israel and recognises its inherent right to defend itself", Ms Daniel has made her view clear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Both Israel and Hamas have been documenting the horrors seen on both sides, and the 3AW Mornings host said he'd be surprised if the crisis doesn't "escalate" by the end of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell says it's "a great shame".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dentists are calling for a major overhaul to the dental system as wait times for public care exceed 17 months, leaving many Australians without essential treatment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new Australian Grand Prix boss Travis Auld and new chairman Martin Pakula have committed to investing more in "the experience" Formula One fans will get when they attend the Albert Park track. Multiple topics were on the agenda in this wide-ranging interview including entertainment at the grand prix, the state of the pit lanes and grandstands, and ticketing for the big annual event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel paid $5000 for two return tickets for her and her son to visit family in Israel, and says the airline won't refund her or change the travel dates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 3AW Mornings host's speech at the ACRA awards on Saturday night led some in the media to believe he's reconsidering stepping down. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One year after floodwaters swept through Rochester, residents say there is still progress to be made as homes are slowly rebuilt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The average salary at seven "bloated" city councils has blown out to more than $120,000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell has slammed the four MPs who voted against condemning Hamas for their attacks on Israel, accusing them of committing an "ethical atrocity". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As prospects of a ground invasion of Gaza by Israeli troops draw near, the United States is working to ensure Middle Eastern states do not join the conflict,See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3AW's Heidi Murphy says it would fill a gap in the system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mayor of the Mornington Peninsula Shire, Councillor Steve Holland, has claimed the decision to block the shopping strip on Ocean Beach Road in Sorrento is just "one idea of many".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Locals in Sorrento are furious the main shopping strip on Ocean Beach Road will be a "no go zone" for 11 days across the festive season, with the council deciding to block the strip to traffic. Owner of Cape Outdoor and Cape Merchants in Sorrento on the busy strip, Anna Koren, told Neil Mitchell the closure could NOT have come at a worse time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton admits he was "blown away" by some independent MPs joining Greens leader Adam Bandt and three other Greens MPs pushing for a motion to condemn Israel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The winner of the Nike men's Melbourne marathon is back at work as a physiotherapist today after yesterday's win, where he took out the $20,000 prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Islamic Council of Victoria president, Adel Salman, has issued a joint statement alongside other Islamic groups condemning violence and hatred towards the Jewish community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Those in rural Australian communities are calling for action on issues affecting Indigenous Australians and Indigenous youth as the Voice campaign ends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Accredited Practising Dietician and Chief Health Officer of Healthylife, Simone Austin, spoke to Neil Mitchell on what specific foods people are addicted to, why they become addicted and tips to treat the addiction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A poll conducted by RedBridge has revealed 90 per cent of Australians want vapes to be regulated like nicotine and alcohol, as the illegal nicotine market grows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil says the victory of the 'no' vote doesn't mean most of Australia is racist.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal Member for Caulfield, David Southwick, has slammed the neo-Nazi protestors who performed the Nazi salute at Flinders Street Station on the weekend, labelling them "gutless cowards". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leading 'No' campaigner Warren Mundine has detailed what needs to happen after the majority of the country voted against the Voice to Parliament referendum on Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the defeat of the Indigenous Voice to Parliament, Neil Mitchell says it's crucial the Prime Minister outlines a plan B to deal with disadvantage among Aboriginal Australians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says "we must seek a new way forward" in the wake of the Voice to Parliament referendum defeat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pat Farmer, who ran around Australia campaigning for the 'yes' vote in the Voice referendum, says he feels for Indigenous Australians who will be left feeling hopeless.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senior politics lecturer from Monash University, Dr Zareh Ghazarian, weighs in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 A few weeks ago a great question was asked by a curious caller: Where do surnames come from?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEC spokesperson Evan Ekin-Smyth has issued a message to the public ahead of tomorrow's Voice to Parliament referendum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An expert says that the Clifton Springs Primary School unisex bathroom is part of a likely future, helping to improve behaviour and recognise gender diverse children.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Chair of the Anti-Defamation Commission, Dr Dvir Abramovich, has voiced his disappointment with a small number of Brighton Secondary College students, who dressed in Arab attire for muck up day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parents at Clifton Springs Primary School have started a petition against a new unisex bathroom that has replaced separate toilets, leaving children to share three female, three male and two unisex cubicles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ABC's Middle Eastern correspondent, Tom Joyner, has labelled reports about baby decapitation by Hamas terrorists as "bullshit". Neil Mitchell says he's made the deaths into "a vile debating point".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former ambassador to Israel, Dave Sharma, supports France's decision to ban pro-Palestinian rallies amid a rise in anti-Semitic attacks since Hamas' attack on Israel last weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Former Liberal MP and ultramarathon runner Pat Farmer  has completed his 6 month run across Australia in support of the Voice to Parliament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Member for Caulfield, David Southwick, says people are scared but need to show their support, and tonight's rally "will be safe".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Mitchell says the Indigenous Voice to Parliament is "futile" and both the 'yes' and 'no' sides are "wrong".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some world leaders are concerned that there may be a rise in lone wolf attacks carried out on the Jewish community by radicalised individuals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new proposal to increase carpark sizes has been put forward by lobby group Standards Australia, with urban planner David Mepham weighing in on the proposal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experts are expecting polling statistics to be accurate ahead of Saturday's election, where Australians will vote yes or no to The Voice to Parliament.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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An Australian woman living in Israel, who is trying to get back to Australia with her three children, says the repatriation flight process is a shambles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fire has broken out at a factory in Derrimut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taxes on vacant residential properties will be extended from Melbourne to the entire state from 2025 and the Victorian Opposition claims an "absurd" step may be taken to catch people lying about vacant properties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nine News correspondent Edward Godfrey visited Kfar Aza — the grim scene of a brutal massacre — and told Neil Mitchell "there are bodies everywhere". He was also inside Ashkelon Hospital interviewing victims when it was targeted by Hamas rockets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Fashions on the Field without a major sponsor, and the parade scrapped, Animal Justice MP Georgie Purcell told Neil Mitchell "the writing is on the wall". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Organisers of a pro Palestinian protest in Melbourne yesterday say they want the Australian government and media to acknowledge their perspective.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.