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7.30: Jetstar Salaries/Cassandra McLaren/ Scott Marrison/Making Switches/NEG Decision

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Jetstar Salaries Budget airline Jetstar is paying its Thai cabin crew a base salary of as little as $100 a week. Cassandra McLaren Cassandra McLaren, who formed a social media support group for people affected by the drought, joins 7.30 to discuss the fundraising effort for farmers. Scott Morrison Treasurer Scott Morrison joins 7.30 to discusses the National Energy Guarantee and Tony Abbott Japanese baseball player makes the switch to cricket Meet the Japanese baseball player who has made the switch to cricket. NEG decision Today the Turnbull Government got its National Energy Guarantee through the Coalition party room. The move confirms the waning influence of the former prime minister Tony Abbott on his colleagues when it comes to climate policy.

Widow left in the lurch by husband’s super fund
A widow expected to receive more than $208,000 from her husband’s superannuation death benefit, but all she got was $25.
National Energy Guarantee
Tomorrow the Coalition is meeting to discuss the National Energy Guarantee. 7.30's chief political correspondent Laura Tingle looks at what it will take for there to be a breakthrough.
Coalition's NEG is 'very poor policy'
Liberal MP and former prime minister, Tony Abbott, joins 7.30 to discuss the Coalition's National Energy Guarantee.
Australia ready to re-enter the space race
The first boss of Australia's new national space agency is Dr Megan Clark, and she has the job of deciding which state will host the local equivalent of NASA.

7.30: Superfund Trouble/National Energy Gurantee/Coalitions's NEG/Space Race

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Widow left in the lurch by husband’s super fund A widow expected to receive more than $208,000 from her husband’s superannuation death benefit, but all she got was $25. National Energy Guarantee Tomorrow the Coalition is meeting to discuss the National Energy Guarantee. 7.30's chief political correspondent Laura Tingle looks at what it will take for there to be a breakthrough. Coalition's NEG is 'very poor policy' Liberal MP and former prime minister, Tony Abbott, joins 7.30 to discuss the Coalition's National Energy Guarantee. Australia ready to re-enter the space race The first boss of Australia's new national space agency is Dr Megan Clark, and she has the job of deciding which state will host the local equivalent of NASA.

Australia's gig economy
The convenience of ordering a ride in an Uber or takeaway food through a mobile phone app has made it part of everyday life these days. It has caused a major shakeup for businesses and workers in transport and food delivery. But gig work has also been labelled a serious threat to traditional employment and the wages and conditions that come with it.
Greg Chalmers remembers golfer Jarrod Lyle
Australian golfer Jarrod Lyle has died of acute myeloid leukaemia aged just 36. Fellow professional, Greg Chalmers remembers his friend.
Is Britain ready to go it alone with no Brexit deal?
The Brexit clock is ticking and the predictions about what life might be like outside the EU are becoming more alarming. The trade secretary has predicted there's now an odds on chance that the UK will crash out of the union with no deal at all. And there's been talk of food shortages and the army being put on standby.
The race to save our Tassie Devils
About 80 per cent of them have been wiped out by a transmittable cancer but there's now not enough genetic diversity in the 20 per cent left to keep the species going. And that means their low birth rate is also threatening their survival.

7.30: Australia's gig economy/Greg Chalmers Remembers Golfer Jarrod Lyle/ Brexit Deal/ Tassie Devils

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Australia's gig economy The convenience of ordering a ride in an Uber or takeaway food through a mobile phone app has made it part of everyday life these days. It has caused a major shakeup for businesses and workers in transport and food delivery. But gig work has also been labelled a serious threat to traditional employment and the wages and conditions that come with it. Greg Chalmers remembers golfer Jarrod Lyle Australian golfer Jarrod Lyle has died of acute myeloid leukaemia aged just 36. Fellow professional, Greg Chalmers remembers his friend. Is Britain ready to go it alone with no Brexit deal? The Brexit clock is ticking and the predictions about what life might be like outside the EU are becoming more alarming. The trade secretary has predicted there's now an odds on chance that the UK will crash out of the union with no deal at all. And there's been talk of food shortages and the army being put on standby. The race to save our Tassie Devils About 80 per cent of them have been wiped out by a transmittable cancer but there's now not enough genetic diversity in the 20 per cent left to keep the species going. And that means their low birth rate is also threatening their survival.

7.30: Anthony Albanese/State Labour Resisting NEG Deal/ Dairy Farmers Walking off the Land/GP's Turning their Backs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Minister Anthony Albanese talks to 7.30 Labor's Infrastructure spokesman, Anthony Albanese talks about Labor MP Emma Husar, infrastructure and leadership. State Labor governments resisting NEG deal The Turnbull government is hoping for agreement on its National Energy Guarantee, but two Labor states are yet to be convinced to sign up with changes. Why dairy farmers are walking off the land It's not just drought-afflicted farmers who are doing it tough. In the dairy industry, the combination of low milk prices, high feed costs and a poor season are forcing many to consider walking away from farms that, in some cases, have been in the family for generations. GP's turning their backs The proportion of our population that is over 60 has increasing drastically and for a long time now, alarm bells have been ringing about how we'll meet all their health needs. Now the aged-care sector faces another strain, as more and more GPs cut back on caring for patients in nursing homes.

African-Australians behind the headlines
Six months on, we revisit some of the young African-Australians behind the headlines.
Anna Marsden on Great Barrier Reef
Anna Marsden, managing director of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, discusses the $444 million grant it was given by the Government.
The battle over Catholic school funding
Catholic schools have mounted an all-out assault on the Turnbull Government over school funding reforms.
Dr Peter Larkins on Andrew Gaff's suspension
Veteran sports physician Dr Peter Larkins discusses the suspension of the West Coast's Andrew Gaff for punching Freemantle junior Andrew Brayshaw, shattering his jaw and breaking three teeth.

7.30: African-Australians Behind the Headlines/Anna Marsden on Great Barrier Reef/The Battle over Catholic School Funding/ Dr Peter Larkins on Andrew Graffs Suspension

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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African-Australians behind the headlines Six months on, we revisit some of the young African-Australians behind the headlines. Anna Marsden on Great Barrier Reef Anna Marsden, managing director of the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, discusses the $444 million grant it was given by the Government. The battle over Catholic school funding Catholic schools have mounted an all-out assault on the Turnbull Government over school funding reforms. Dr Peter Larkins on Andrew Gaff's suspension Veteran sports physician Dr Peter Larkins discusses the suspension of the West Coast's Andrew Gaff for punching Freemantle junior Andrew Brayshaw, shattering his jaw and breaking three teeth.

Emergency drought
Photographer Edwina Robertson, who broke down yesterday while talking to Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull about the drought, tells 7.30 the Government’s emergency drought relief package is “not enough at all”.
Lombok earthquake
Last night the Indonesian island of Lombok was shaken by a powerful earthquake that's killed at least 91 people and injured hundreds more. Australian volunteer Jodie Epper joins 7.30 from Lombok to discuss the situation.
Malcolm Turnbull on the drought crisis
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull joins 7.30 live in the studio to discuss the drought crisis.
Secret history of penicillin
A mission to save a young boy's life, which has only just been uncovered, has re-written the history of penicillin and antibiotic use in Australia.

7.30: Emergency Drought/Lombok Earthquake/Malcolm Turnbull on Drought Crisis/ Secret History of Penicillin

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Emergency drought Photographer Edwina Robertson, who broke down yesterday while talking to Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull about the drought, tells 7.30 the Government’s emergency drought relief package is “not enough at all”. Lombok earthquake Last night the Indonesian island of Lombok was shaken by a powerful earthquake that's killed at least 91 people and injured hundreds more. Australian volunteer Jodie Epper joins 7.30 from Lombok to discuss the situation. Malcolm Turnbull on the drought crisis Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull joins 7.30 live in the studio to discuss the drought crisis. Secret history of penicillin A mission to save a young boy's life, which has only just been uncovered, has re-written the history of penicillin and antibiotic use in Australia.

Women say Greens botched their complaints
A number of women claim the Greens political party failed them when they complained about alleged sexual misconduct.
$400 million grant to reef organisation
Minister for the Environment and Energy, Josh Frydenberg, has defended a $400 million grant to a Great Barrier Reef foundation, despite some questioning the process in which it was made.

7.30: Greens Blotching Complaints/ $400 Million Grant to Reef Organisation

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Women say Greens botched their complaints A number of women claim the Greens political party failed them when they complained about alleged sexual misconduct. $400 million grant to reef organisation Minister for the Environment and Energy, Josh Frydenberg, has defended a $400 million grant to a Great Barrier Reef foundation, despite some questioning the process in which it was made.

7.30: August 1, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Leigh Sales presents the most detailed current affairs from an Australian perspective. Includes exclusive investigations, probing interviews and political analysis.

7.30: July 31, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

29:57

Leigh Sales presents the most detailed current affairs from an Australian perspective. Includes exclusive investigations, probing interviews and political analysis.

Drought special: How one farming family is coping
In the first of 7.30's two-part drought special, reporter Chris Gillett and cameraman Simon Beardsell travel to drought zones to capture the harshness of life on the land when it stops raining, and the resilience it takes to endure.

Death of Courtney Topic
The death of 22-year-old Courtney Topic in a police shooting was preventable, a coroner found today. Her mother says the family is still waiting for an apology.

Super Saturday by-elections
7.30's political correspondent Laura Tingle discusses the weekend's Super Saturday by-elections.

Life through the eyes of people who are homeless
In Brisbane more than 40 homeless people have been taken through a photography workshop and given cameras so they can show the rest of us what life is really like living on the streets. Some of their work is now featured in an exhibition.

7.30: July 30, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Drought special: How one farming family is coping In the first of 7.30's two-part drought special, reporter Chris Gillett and cameraman Simon Beardsell travel to drought zones to capture the harshness of life on the land when it stops raining, and the resilience it takes to endure. Death of Courtney Topic The death of 22-year-old Courtney Topic in a police shooting was preventable, a coroner found today. Her mother says the family is still waiting for an apology. Super Saturday by-elections 7.30's political correspondent Laura Tingle discusses the weekend's Super Saturday by-elections. Life through the eyes of people who are homeless In Brisbane more than 40 homeless people have been taken through a photography workshop and given cameras so they can show the rest of us what life is really like living on the streets. Some of their work is now featured in an exhibition.

Who will actually be able to access your My Health Record?
Debate over opting out of the Federal Government My Health program to digitise personal health records has raged this week, with claims police and other agencies will be able to access our data without a court order or a warrant. But the agency in charge of the scheme says that won't happen, but some prominent doctors are still not convinced.

Paul Keating slams Nine's takeover of Fairfax
Former prime minister Paul Keating joins 7.30 to discuss the merger of Nine and Fairfax, accusing Channel 9 of being low brow.

Nine CEO Hugh Marks on the merger with Fairfax
Today Nine and Fairfax announced they are merging. To discuss the deal we're joined by Nine CEO Hugh Marks.

The ongoing controversy over the refusal of Archbishop Wilson to resign
An extraordinary meeting of the Australian Catholic Bishops conference will be held next week to discuss their response to the royal commission into institutionalised child abuse. The bishops will be under pressure to help resolve the ongoing controversy over the refusal of Archbishop Philip Wilson to resign after his criminal conviction. Wilson was sentenced to a year's home detention after being found guilty of failing to divulge information to police about offences committed in the 1970s by a paedophile priest.

7.30: July 26, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Who will actually be able to access your My Health Record? Debate over opting out of the Federal Government My Health program to digitise personal health records has raged this week, with claims police and other agencies will be able to access our data without a court order or a warrant. But the agency in charge of the scheme says that won't happen, but some prominent doctors are still not convinced. Paul Keating slams Nine's takeover of Fairfax Former prime minister Paul Keating joins 7.30 to discuss the merger of Nine and Fairfax, accusing Channel 9 of being low brow. Nine CEO Hugh Marks on the merger with Fairfax Today Nine and Fairfax announced they are merging. To discuss the deal we're joined by Nine CEO Hugh Marks. The ongoing controversy over the refusal of Archbishop Wilson to resign An extraordinary meeting of the Australian Catholic Bishops conference will be held next week to discuss their response to the royal commission into institutionalised child abuse. The bishops will be under pressure to help resolve the ongoing controversy over the refusal of Archbishop Philip Wilson to resign after his criminal conviction. Wilson was sentenced to a year's home detention after being found guilty of failing to divulge information to police about offences committed in the 1970s by a paedophile priest.

The private space race heats up
A new space race is gathering momentum, driven by billionaires who've set up space tourism ventures – some promising lift-off as soon as the next few years. There are even plans for journeys as far away as Mars.

Rescuer Craig Challen receives bravery award for Thai cave rescue role
Craig Challen and his diving partner, Dr Richard Harris, have been awarded the Star of Courage for bravery after their leading roles in the rescue of the 12 boys and their coach in a flooded cave in Thailand.

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo talks to 7.30
US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, sits down and talks to Zoe Daniel about Russia, the downing of MH17 and Australia relationship with the United States.

The trauma of learning your baby had a stroke in the womb
When most people think of stroke, they assume it's something that only happens to older people. But each year, about 300 children and babies have strokes. And there is little research or resources available for their parents.

7.30: July 25, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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The private space race heats up A new space race is gathering momentum, driven by billionaires who've set up space tourism ventures – some promising lift-off as soon as the next few years. There are even plans for journeys as far away as Mars. Rescuer Craig Challen receives bravery award for Thai cave rescue role Craig Challen and his diving partner, Dr Richard Harris, have been awarded the Star of Courage for bravery after their leading roles in the rescue of the 12 boys and their coach in a flooded cave in Thailand. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo talks to 7.30 US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, sits down and talks to Zoe Daniel about Russia, the downing of MH17 and Australia relationship with the United States. The trauma of learning your baby had a stroke in the womb When most people think of stroke, they assume it's something that only happens to older people. But each year, about 300 children and babies have strokes. And there is little research or resources available for their parents.

Super Saturday to have big ramifications for both sides of politics
This Saturday there will be five by-elections around the country after the citizenship fiasco that shook federal parliament. The results will have big ramifications for both sides of politics.

Number of families choosing to home-school children with special needs on rise
A growing number of families are choosing to home-school children with special needs, including those on the autism spectrum.

At least 49 people dead in Greece fires
Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires raging near Athens. At least 49 people have died. Journalist Gerard Papasimakopoulos joins 7.30 from Athens to discuss the situation.

Australia's forgotten impressionist, John Russell
Australian impressionist John Russell isn't a household name, but perhaps he should be. He was a friend of Vincent van Gogh and a mentor to Henri Matisse, yet when he died in Sydney in 1930 he was virtually unknown in his homeland.

7.30: July 24, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Super Saturday to have big ramifications for both sides of politics This Saturday there will be five by-elections around the country after the citizenship fiasco that shook federal parliament. The results will have big ramifications for both sides of politics. Number of families choosing to home-school children with special needs on rise A growing number of families are choosing to home-school children with special needs, including those on the autism spectrum. At least 49 people dead in Greece fires Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires raging near Athens. At least 49 people have died. Journalist Gerard Papasimakopoulos joins 7.30 from Athens to discuss the situation. Australia's forgotten impressionist, John Russell Australian impressionist John Russell isn't a household name, but perhaps he should be. He was a friend of Vincent van Gogh and a mentor to Henri Matisse, yet when he died in Sydney in 1930 he was virtually unknown in his homeland.

Cannabis Cure
A father who juiced cannabis to ease the suffering of his two daughters has avoided jail time. But the health burden on his children remains.
Donald Trump and America's relationship with Australia
We talk to former US secretary of state Madeleine Albright about Donald Trump and Australia’s relationship with America.
Population Growth
To discuss population growth, 7.30 is joined by Dr Liz Allen, a demographer at the ANU's Centre for Social Research, and John Brockhoff, the principal policy officer at the Planning Institute of Australia.
The 87-year-old still teaching judo
If you've reached the age of 87 you've earned the right to put your feet up and take life a little easier. But that's not how John Beaver sees life.

7.30: Cannabis Cure/Donald Trump and America's Relationship with Australia/Population Growth/ Teaching Judo

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Cannabis Cure A father who juiced cannabis to ease the suffering of his two daughters has avoided jail time. But the health burden on his children remains. Donald Trump and America's relationship with Australia We talk to former US secretary of state Madeleine Albright about Donald Trump and Australia’s relationship with America. Population Growth To discuss population growth, 7.30 is joined by Dr Liz Allen, a demographer at the ANU's Centre for Social Research, and John Brockhoff, the principal policy officer at the Planning Institute of Australia. The 87-year-old still teaching judo If you've reached the age of 87 you've earned the right to put your feet up and take life a little easier. But that's not how John Beaver sees life.

Tasmania's Anglican church
Does a church need a physical building? It's a question being asked in Tasmania - where some communities are fighting a plan to sell off more than 70 churches across the state. The money raised will help pay compensation to survivors of child sexual abuse.
New ACTU President Michele O'Neil
New ACTU President Michele O'Neil's goal is nothing less than a re-shaping of Australia's industrial landscape: the re-introduction of sector wide bargaining rather than having workers struggle to secure pay rises enterprise by enterprise, and a campaign for a living wage.
New data
New census data shows that the face of Australia is changing, with fewer migrants coming from Europe. The majority of new Australians coming here on skilled migrant visas - or to join other family members - and are far more likely to become new homeowners.
One retirement village
As Australia's population ages and medical technology improves the chances of many of us making it to 100 has also increased. On the NSW Central Coast there's an aged care home that has not just one, but half a dozen centenarians - all women. The oldest was born in late 1913 before the outbreak of World War One.
Bullying
One in four Australian children is frequently bullied - and the consequences can be serious or even fatal. With a state election looming in Victoria, politicians are promising the country's biggest anti-bullying program. Advocates hope the political fight is the momentum needed to propel bullying onto the federal agenda.

7.30: Tasmanian Anglican Church/Michele O'Neil/ New Data/Retirement Village/Bullying

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Tasmania's Anglican church Does a church need a physical building? It's a question being asked in Tasmania - where some communities are fighting a plan to sell off more than 70 churches across the state. The money raised will help pay compensation to survivors of child sexual abuse. New ACTU President Michele O'Neil New ACTU President Michele O'Neil's goal is nothing less than a re-shaping of Australia's industrial landscape: the re-introduction of sector wide bargaining rather than having workers struggle to secure pay rises enterprise by enterprise, and a campaign for a living wage. New data New census data shows that the face of Australia is changing, with fewer migrants coming from Europe. The majority of new Australians coming here on skilled migrant visas - or to join other family members - and are far more likely to become new homeowners. One retirement village As Australia's population ages and medical technology improves the chances of many of us making it to 100 has also increased. On the NSW Central Coast there's an aged care home that has not just one, but half a dozen centenarians - all women. The oldest was born in late 1913 before the outbreak of World War One. Bullying One in four Australian children is frequently bullied - and the consequences can be serious or even fatal. With a state election looming in Victoria, politicians are promising the country's biggest anti-bullying program. Advocates hope the political fight is the momentum needed to propel bullying onto the federal agenda.

Trevor Ruthenberg
7.30's political correspondent Laura Tingle speaks to the LNP candidate in the Longman by-election, Trevor Ruthenberg, who apologised after wrongly claiming he won the Australian Service Medal.
Banks moving to tighten lending rules
With Royal Commission exposing examples of banks underestimating people's household expenditure and waving through loans in order to hit mortgage targets, lenders are now tightening the rules on handing out mortgage cash. But for some families it's come too late to save them from financial distress.
Government considers tighten surveillance on convicted terrorists
The Federal government is considering tightening surveillance on convicted terrorists once they've served their time behind bars. It's looking at what they are calling Extended Supervision Orders for people convicted of terrorist-related offences who are released from prison but still deemed to be a threat to the community. Director of Terrorism Studies at Charles Sturt University, Levi West, discusses what it means.
Chronic fatigue treatments
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, now called MECFS, is being investigated by a government appointed committee. There are about 200,000 Australian sufferers of the condition, which has no definitive cause or diagnostic test, but does have an often recommended treatment which some say risks harm and is "old fashioned". Their concern is that the specialist recommending this controversial treatment is advising the government committee on future treatment.

Retirement homes of the future
Australia's greying population means that by the middle of this century one in four of us will be aged 65 or over. It's already caused a boom in investment in retirement and aged care options, as businesses look for new ways to capture the ageing market. Many are thinking outside the square with new approaches, that are making old-fashioned retirement villages and nursing homes a thing of the past.

7.30: Trevor Ruthenberg/ Lending Rules/ Tight Surveillance/ Chronic Fatigue Treatments/ Retirement Homes of the Future

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Trevor Ruthenberg 7.30's political correspondent Laura Tingle speaks to the LNP candidate in the Longman by-election, Trevor Ruthenberg, who apologised after wrongly claiming he won the Australian Service Medal. Banks moving to tighten lending rules With Royal Commission exposing examples of banks underestimating people's household expenditure and waving through loans in order to hit mortgage targets, lenders are now tightening the rules on handing out mortgage cash. But for some families it's come too late to save them from financial distress. Government considers tighten surveillance on convicted terrorists The Federal government is considering tightening surveillance on convicted terrorists once they've served their time behind bars. It's looking at what they are calling Extended Supervision Orders for people convicted of terrorist-related offences who are released from prison but still deemed to be a threat to the community. Director of Terrorism Studies at Charles Sturt University, Levi West, discusses what it means. Chronic fatigue treatments Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, now called MECFS, is being investigated by a government appointed committee. There are about 200,000 Australian sufferers of the condition, which has no definitive cause or diagnostic test, but does have an often recommended treatment which some say risks harm and is "old fashioned". Their concern is that the specialist recommending this controversial treatment is advising the government committee on future treatment. Retirement homes of the future Australia's greying population means that by the middle of this century one in four of us will be aged 65 or over. It's already caused a boom in investment in retirement and aged care options, as businesses look for new ways to capture the ageing market. Many are thinking outside the square with new approaches, that are making old-fashioned retirement villages and nursing homes a thing of the past.

The job-seekers struggling to make ends meet on Newstart
We meet two people on Newstart who are struggling to make ends meet, with one resorting to dumpster diving to save money.
British spy who went deep undercover in Al Qaeda
A British spy who worked undercover inside Al Qaeda has warned that the terror group hasn’t weakened but is in hibernation and planning more attacks against the West. His name is Aimen Dean and he's written a book, Nine Lives, about his experiences. He spoke to our Europe correspondent Lisa Millar.
Donald Trump criticised for siding with Russia
US President Donald Trump has been widely criticised for siding with Russia instead of US intelligence services at his meeting with Vladimir Putin. We speak to Michael J Green, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, for his take on the summit.

7.30: Newstart/British Spy/Donald Trump

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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The job-seekers struggling to make ends meet on Newstart We meet two people on Newstart who are struggling to make ends meet, with one resorting to dumpster diving to save money. British spy who went deep undercover in Al Qaeda A British spy who worked undercover inside Al Qaeda has warned that the terror group hasn’t weakened but is in hibernation and planning more attacks against the West. His name is Aimen Dean and he's written a book, Nine Lives, about his experiences. He spoke to our Europe correspondent Lisa Millar. Donald Trump criticised for siding with Russia US President Donald Trump has been widely criticised for siding with Russia instead of US intelligence services at his meeting with Vladimir Putin. We speak to Michael J Green, senior vice president at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, for his take on the summit.

Banks crack down on handing out mortgage finance
There's been no shortage of bad press for the big banks as the royal commission has shone a spotlight on irresponsible lending practices. We're now seeing changes, with banks cracking down on handing out mortgage finance.

Australian woman changing the lives of thousands of children in Uganda
When Annabelle Chauncy saw first-hand the impoverished conditions children in Africa were experiencing, she wanted to do something to help.

Sebastian Gorka discusses Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin
Tonight US President Donald Trump will sit down with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. To discuss what's likely to happen we're joined by Sebastian Gorka, a former high level strategist to President Trump.

Racing legend Larry Perkins finds buried treasure in desert
Retired racing car driver Larry Perkins says discovering an explorer's 100-year-old cache of equipment was "a different page of excitement" to winning Bathurst.

7.30: Mortgage Finance/Uganda/Donald Trump Meets Vladimir Putin/ Buried Treasure

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Banks crack down on handing out mortgage finance There's been no shortage of bad press for the big banks as the royal commission has shone a spotlight on irresponsible lending practices. We're now seeing changes, with banks cracking down on handing out mortgage finance. Australian woman changing the lives of thousands of children in Uganda When Annabelle Chauncy saw first-hand the impoverished conditions children in Africa were experiencing, she wanted to do something to help. Sebastian Gorka discusses Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin Tonight US President Donald Trump will sit down with Russian leader Vladimir Putin. To discuss what's likely to happen we're joined by Sebastian Gorka, a former high level strategist to President Trump. Racing legend Larry Perkins finds buried treasure in desert Retired racing car driver Larry Perkins says discovering an explorer's 100-year-old cache of equipment was "a different page of excitement" to winning Bathurst.

Malcolm Turnbull
Laura Tingle discusses the latest from Canberra, including electricity prices and the possibility of the government funding a new coal-fired power station.
Croatia
Millions of fans will watch the World Cup decider this weekend - a David and Goliath contest between a football powerhouse and a tiny country that's never made the final before. After beating England, Croatia will take on the tournament favourites France in the final.
Mortgage Choice
One of Australia's biggest publicly listed brokers, Mortgage Choice, has an overhaul of its remuneration model. It says it will now pay franchisees more and reduce the volatility of their income. It comes after complaints from franchisees, who said Mortgage Choice's business model was leaving some brokers in financial ruin.
Trump set to meet NATO leaders as part of European visit
US President starts the beginning of what promises to be stormy week-long visit to Europe with a NATO meeting in Belgium. Rachael Rizzo of the Centre for a New American Security discusses what may happen.
Miss America beauty pageant
For the first time in nearly 100 years, when young women vying for the title of Miss America appear on stage in Atlantic City this September it won't be in swimsuits. In the #MeToo era, the historic pageant is promising Miss America 2.0 will focus on contestants talents, intelligence and ideas - not their outward appearance. But not everyone is happy to say bye-bye to the bikinis.

7.30: Malcolm Turnbull/Croatia/Mortgage Choice/Trump Meets NATO Leaders/Miss America Beauty Pageant

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Malcolm Turnbull Laura Tingle discusses the latest from Canberra, including electricity prices and the possibility of the government funding a new coal-fired power station. Croatia Millions of fans will watch the World Cup decider this weekend - a David and Goliath contest between a football powerhouse and a tiny country that's never made the final before. After beating England, Croatia will take on the tournament favourites France in the final. Mortgage Choice One of Australia's biggest publicly listed brokers, Mortgage Choice, has an overhaul of its remuneration model. It says it will now pay franchisees more and reduce the volatility of their income. It comes after complaints from franchisees, who said Mortgage Choice's business model was leaving some brokers in financial ruin. Trump set to meet NATO leaders as part of European visit US President starts the beginning of what promises to be stormy week-long visit to Europe with a NATO meeting in Belgium. Rachael Rizzo of the Centre for a New American Security discusses what may happen. Miss America beauty pageant For the first time in nearly 100 years, when young women vying for the title of Miss America appear on stage in Atlantic City this September it won't be in swimsuits. In the #MeToo era, the historic pageant is promising Miss America 2.0 will focus on contestants talents, intelligence and ideas - not their outward appearance. But not everyone is happy to say bye-bye to the bikinis.

Fortnite Phenomenon
If you have kids, chances are they're among the 125 million people playing the popular video game Fortnite. And it's driving some parents and teachers crazy. They are flocking to professional help to pry their kids away but for others the game is just like any other hobby - it's all about balance.
Bernard Collaery
Unprecedented legal action against two men for allegedly breaching the intelligence services act has sparked fierce debate about the balance between national security and the public's right to know.
Rod Sims
Australia's competition watchdog has laid out a sweeping plan to bring those bills down and says it could save households up to $400 a year. Rod Sims outlines what the ACCC has in mind.
Rural Mental Health
A western Victorian farmer has come up with a bald plan to give his industry national exposure. He's convincing an increasing number of his colleagues to take their kit off. It's part of a cheeky new campaign called "The Naked Farmer", which aims to raise awareness of - and funding for - mental health.
Dept. of Veterans' Affairs
Last month 7.30 aired a story about the extraordinary lengths the Department of Veterans' Affairs went to, to thwart a compensation claim: secretly changing its own policy in order to stop a claim by a former elite paratrooper who had badly injured his back. We've now learnt the head of the Veterans' Affairs department has requested a meeting with Mr Rollins in order to issue a personal apology. The ministers for Defence and Veterans Affairs have also ordered a departmental review into the matter.

7.30: Fortnite Phenomenon/ Bernard Collaery/Rod Sims/Rural Mental Health/Dept. of Veteran Affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

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Fortnite Phenomenon If you have kids, chances are they're among the 125 million people playing the popular video game Fortnite. And it's driving some parents and teachers crazy. They are flocking to professional help to pry their kids away but for others the game is just like any other hobby - it's all about balance. Bernard Collaery Unprecedented legal action against two men for allegedly breaching the intelligence services act has sparked fierce debate about the balance between national security and the public's right to know. Rod Sims Australia's competition watchdog has laid out a sweeping plan to bring those bills down and says it could save households up to $400 a year. Rod Sims outlines what the ACCC has in mind. Rural Mental Health A western Victorian farmer has come up with a bald plan to give his industry national exposure. He's convincing an increasing number of his colleagues to take their kit off. It's part of a cheeky new campaign called "The Naked Farmer", which aims to raise awareness of - and funding for - mental health. Dept. of Veterans' Affairs Last month 7.30 aired a story about the extraordinary lengths the Department of Veterans' Affairs went to, to thwart a compensation claim: secretly changing its own policy in order to stop a claim by a former elite paratrooper who had badly injured his back. We've now learnt the head of the Veterans' Affairs department has requested a meeting with Mr Rollins in order to issue a personal apology. The ministers for Defence and Veterans Affairs have also ordered a departmental review into the matter.

Thailand Cave Rescue
Tonight the mission to rescue the boys trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand is entering its final stage. ABC correspondent Anne Barker joins us now live from the scene.
Former Scout Leader Sentenced
A former Scout leader has been sentenced to 10 years jail for grooming and sexually abusing a child under 16, as well as possessing child pornography in relation to a young female Scout.
Boris Johnson Resigns amid Brexit Fallout
British Prime Minister Theresa May is putting on a brave face over the resignation of foreign secretary Boris Johnson, the second cabinet minister to quit in as many days as her government wrestles with the thorny issue of Brexit.
James Carver on the resignation of Boris Johnson
James Carver is a former UK Independence Party member of the European Parliament who now sits in that chamber as an independent. He joins 7.30 from Brussels.
Clay and Corey
There aren't too many teenagers who run their own business or know how to fly planes. But we met two young guys who are doing exactly that - and also have autism.

7.30: Thailand Cave Rescue/Former Scout Leader Sentenced/Boris Johnson Resigns Amid Brexit Fallout/James Carver on The Resignation of Boris Johnson/ Clay and Corey

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

32:24

Thailand Cave Rescue Tonight the mission to rescue the boys trapped in a flooded cave in Thailand is entering its final stage. ABC correspondent Anne Barker joins us now live from the scene. Former Scout Leader Sentenced A former Scout leader has been sentenced to 10 years jail for grooming and sexually abusing a child under 16, as well as possessing child pornography in relation to a young female Scout. Boris Johnson Resigns amid Brexit Fallout British Prime Minister Theresa May is putting on a brave face over the resignation of foreign secretary Boris Johnson, the second cabinet minister to quit in as many days as her government wrestles with the thorny issue of Brexit. James Carver on the resignation of Boris Johnson James Carver is a former UK Independence Party member of the European Parliament who now sits in that chamber as an independent. He joins 7.30 from Brussels. Clay and Corey There aren't too many teenagers who run their own business or know how to fly planes. But we met two young guys who are doing exactly that - and also have autism.

William Tyrrell Mystery
It's been almost four years since William Tyrrell went missing from the yard of his foster-grandmother's house in Kendall, NSW. 7.30 reporter Kate Wild spends time in the town where William disappeared.
Heat or Eat?
This winter will bring some of the biggest energy bills many families have ever faced. The burden of these price rises is forcing some families to turn to charities or take drastic action to reduce their power bills.
Ivan Karadzic
Yesterday four of the boys trapped in the Thailand cave were rescued by an international team of divers. 7.30 talks to Ivan Karadzic, a volunteer diver taking part in this extraordinary mission.
Australian-bred Greyhounds
The fate of more than 600 Australian-bred greyhounds hangs in the balance with the imminent closure of Macau's infamous Canidrome racetrack.
Second Operation
A second operation is underway to rescue the remaining eight members of a boy's soccer team and their assistant coach from a flooded cave in Thailand. Joining 7.30 with an update is our correspondent at the scene in northern Thailand, Anne Barker.

7.30: William Tyrrrell Mystery/ Heat or Eat/ Ivan Karadzic/Australian-bred Greyhounds/ Second Operation

Years 11-12 News and current affairs

31:26

William Tyrrell Mystery It's been almost four years since William Tyrrell went missing from the yard of his foster-grandmother's house in Kendall, NSW. 7.30 reporter Kate Wild spends time in the town where William disappeared. Heat or Eat? This winter will bring some of the biggest energy bills many families have ever faced. The burden of these price rises is forcing some families to turn to charities or take drastic action to reduce their power bills. Ivan Karadzic Yesterday four of the boys trapped in the Thailand cave were rescued by an international team of divers. 7.30 talks to Ivan Karadzic, a volunteer diver taking part in this extraordinary mission. Australian-bred Greyhounds The fate of more than 600 Australian-bred greyhounds hangs in the balance with the imminent closure of Macau's infamous Canidrome racetrack. Second Operation A second operation is underway to rescue the remaining eight members of a boy's soccer team and their assistant coach from a flooded cave in Thailand. Joining 7.30 with an update is our correspondent at the scene in northern Thailand, Anne Barker.

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One of the toughest jobs in town comes up for grabs at Sydney's Wayside Chapel when pastor Graham Long decides to retire. Having ministered the homeless and vulnerable for the past 14 years, who can he find to fill his shoes?

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Years 9-10, 11-12 Personal and social capability, News and current affairs

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Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

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A new season of Catalyst begins with a two-part special, Feeding Australia, where chef Paul West reveals the key breakthroughs in science and technology that will shape what we might be eating in the coming decades.

Catalyst: Feeding Australia (Part 1) Foods of Tomorrow

Years 9-10, 11-12 Science, News and current affairs

56:16

A new season of Catalyst begins with a two-part special, Feeding Australia, where chef Paul West reveals the key breakthroughs in science and technology that will shape what we might be eating in the coming decades.

Retired American professor Andrew Garrod arrives in Kigali to stage a production of Romeo and Juliet. Ben Proudfoot's film shows Rwanda 20 years after the genocide. The cast reflect on the trauma that still remains.

Rwanda and Juliet

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, English, Literature

1:19:03

Retired American professor Andrew Garrod arrives in Kigali to stage a production of Romeo and Juliet. Ben Proudfoot's film shows Rwanda 20 years after the genocide. The cast reflect on the trauma that still remains.

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Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Ethical understanding

26:07

The world is full of disgrace and outrage. Shunned politician Sam Dastyari and the team behind Gruen and The Chaser manage the latest outbreak of outrage through opinions, insight and laughs.

Australia's current affairs program with a proven record of excellence over several decades. Join television's top reporters as they investigate, analyse and uncover the issues affecting all Australians.

60 Minutes: August 19, 2018

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs

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Pip Courtney hosts Australia's pre-eminent regional and rural television program, covering farming, weather, food, innovation, mining, fisheries, agribusiness, commodity prices and other issues affecting regional communities.

Landline: August 19, 2018

Years 9-10, 11-12 Business and economics, Earth and environment, Sustainability, News and current affairs

58:44

Pip Courtney hosts Australia's pre-eminent regional and rural television program, covering farming, weather, food, innovation, mining, fisheries, agribusiness, commodity prices and other issues affecting regional communities.

Barrie Cassidy presents Australia's most popular political program. We interview the key players, providing analysis, opinion and robust debate from the country's leading political commentators.

Insiders: August 19, 2018

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

58:20

Barrie Cassidy presents Australia's most popular political program. We interview the key players, providing analysis, opinion and robust debate from the country's leading political commentators.

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Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs

7:00

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Now over 500 years since Martin Luther's challenge to the Catholic Church, this program explores the relevance of the event that kick-started a revolution that continues to resonate in Australian lives today.

Pocket Compass: Luther: The Monk Who Changed the Church

Years 9-10, 11-12 History, News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

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Now over 500 years since Martin Luther's challenge to the Catholic Church, this program explores the relevance of the event that kick-started a revolution that continues to resonate in Australian lives today.

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Filthy Rich and Homeless: Live

Years 11-12 Personal and social capability, News and current affairs

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Years 11-12 News and current affairs

33:29

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BtN Newsbreak: August 16, 2018

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs

6:59

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Biting, bite-sized comedy as Sammy J rips into the political machinations of Canberra and beyond. With an insatiable appetite for politics, Sammy blends comedy and song where he can harass and heckle the politics of the day.

Sammy J: August 16, 2018

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs

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Years 11-12 Personal and social capability, News and current affairs

50:51

Five high-profile Australians with the potential to effect real change will swap their privileged lives to discover what life is like for the nation's homeless in the country's most expensive city: Sydney. Stars actor and broadcaster Cameron Daddo, charity fundraiser and Sydney socialite Skye Leckie, author and journalist Benjamin Law, politician and activist Alex Greenwich, and singer and Instagram star Alli Simpson.

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Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs

16:59

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Living Black: August 15, 2018

Years 9-10, 11-12 Indigenous Australians, News and current affairs

26:44

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Years 11-12 News and current affairs

30:15

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Years 11-12 Personal and social capability, News and current affairs

55:35

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Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs

6:58

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A high-energy, fun way for upper primary and secondary students to learn about current issues and events in their world. Each program is built around major news stories of the week.

Behind the News: August 14, 2018

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs

24:29

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