Meet the news-makers putting local first on the Far South Coast, on the issues that matter most to your region. WINNER of the Best News Podcast category in the Radio Today Australia/NZ Podcast Awards.
Up-to-date news and weather, for your location. This is Your News Now. Your News Now is your daily briefing on the most important stories shaping your life, with live weather forecasts personalised to where you are. From local developments in Australian News to global affairs. Stay informed on escalating conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Ukraine, with critical updates on key players like Vladamir Putin, Benjamin Netanyahu, Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran and Israel. And hear the latest on the US election between Donald Trump, JD Vance and Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. Closer to home, Your News Now reports on Australian politics, economy and finance. Hear what Prime Minister and Labor leader Anthony Albanese, Liberal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong are saying. Whether you’re a renter or own multiple investments, you’ll get updates on the issues you care about, cost of living, negative gearing, superannuation, inflation, mortgage repayments, rising rental costs and grocery prices. Offering insights into Australian politics, national and state-level issues in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria and SA, and the stories affecting everyday Australians—from education and healthcare reforms to crucial topics like mental health, aged care, and even the rise in use of Ozempic in modern medicine. This podcast reports on challenges surrounding domestic violence and the pursuit of justice for Aboriginal communities and stay ahead of the economic landscape. Hear the latest movements in gas, petrol and electricity prices, real estate, interest rates, insurance and the ASX, and keep up to date with the big players, like Elon Musk, Gina Rinehart, Mark Zuckerberg, Woolworths, Coles, Qantas, Apple, META, TikTok, Samsung, Nvidia, Tesla, electric vehicles, Artificial intelligence (AI), EV technology, and gaming. We don't just cover politics and economy; we also feature Australia’s biggest names in TV, film, entertainment from Hugh Jackman, Nicole Kidman, and Margot Robbie. And your favourite sports NRL, AFL, and Cricket and the big stars like Daniel Ricciardo, Alex Volkanovski and Sam Kerr. For the latest breaking news, weather and sport updates, Your News Now delivers factual, authoritative reporting on the stories that matter most.
Join Christian, Jack and Pats for a show full of big laughs and a big heart. We'd love for you to get involved, so no matter which episode you're listening to, if you've got something to add, email Christian anytime: christian@christianoconnell.com.au. Live on Melbourne's Gold 104.3 6-9am weekdays; Evenings on WSFM 101.7 in Sydney, Mix 102.3 in Adelaide and 96FM in Perth.