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Iran Deal One of the biggest news stories of the week was US President Donald Trump's decision to pull out of an international agreement with Iran. It was made back in 2015 because lots of countries were worried that Iran was trying to make nuclear weapons. While many world leaders said the deal was the best way to bring about peace, others said it didn't do enough to stop Iran making weapons. We find out why ditching the deal is a really big deal for the US and the world. Hawaii Volcano One of the world's most active volcanos has been causing havoc in Hawaii. Mt Kilauea has been spewing out ash and rivers of lava which has destroyed homes and property. We find out more about the volcano and meet some local kids who live in the shadow of the volcano. Aussie Space Agency This week's federal budget contained an exciting announcement for space enthusiasts. The government is planning to put $41 million into the space industry and, for the first time, the country will get its very own space agency! We find out what Australia's future role in space might look like and why so many countries put money into exploring the cosmos. Young Archies We meet nine-year-old James, who is one of the finalists of this year's Young Archie competition. It's the junior version of Australia's most famous portrait prize, the Archibald, and it asks kids to draw or paint someone who's important to them. We find out more about the Archibald and meet the art teacher who inspired James to paint his masterpiece. BTN Investigates: Toilet water BTN viewer Pollyanna asked us to find out where toilet water goes, so we decided to investigate! Amelia goes on a fascinating, but slightly smelly tour of a waste water treatment plant to find out what happens when we flush the loo.

Budget 2018
Next Tuesday is budget day - when the federal government outlines how it's planning to spend Australia's money. It's one of the biggest days of the year for Aussie politicians but it's also an important day for ordinary Aussies, because the budget affects us all. We find out what the budget is and why keeping everyone happy can be a difficult job.

Korea Talks
Over the past few weeks there's been some good news about North and South Korea. For the first time in a decade the leaders of the two countries have met and they say they're working towards a peace treaty. We find out why that's a big deal by having a look at the history of North Korea and South Korea.

Free Range Eggs
For a long time there's been debate in Australia about chickens and eggs - that is - how chickens are farmed and how eggs are labelled. Many customers are willing to pay more for eggs that are "free range", but there's been some confusion about exactly what free range means. Now some new laws have come in which aim to clear that up. We visit an egg farm to find out more about the news laws and how they could affect Aussie farmers and Aussie breakfasts!

Bionic Builder
We find out about a year 8 student from Melbourne who challenged herself with a Christmas holiday school assignment. She looked into bionic technology and 3D printing and managed to build a bionic arm from scratch!

Ask a Reporter: Why Do We Listen to Music?
BTN viewer Isabelle asks is the intriguing question; "Why do people like music so much?" Jack goes on a musical journey to find out more about the story of song and why the tunes that we love get our toes tapping.

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Budget 2018 Next Tuesday is budget day - when the federal government outlines how it's planning to spend Australia's money. It's one of the biggest days of the year for Aussie politicians but it's also an important day for ordinary Aussies, because the budget affects us all. We find out what the budget is and why keeping everyone happy can be a difficult job. Korea Talks Over the past few weeks there's been some good news about North and South Korea. For the first time in a decade the leaders of the two countries have met and they say they're working towards a peace treaty. We find out why that's a big deal by having a look at the history of North Korea and South Korea. Free Range Eggs For a long time there's been debate in Australia about chickens and eggs - that is - how chickens are farmed and how eggs are labelled. Many customers are willing to pay more for eggs that are "free range", but there's been some confusion about exactly what free range means. Now some new laws have come in which aim to clear that up. We visit an egg farm to find out more about the news laws and how they could affect Aussie farmers and Aussie breakfasts! Bionic Builder We find out about a year 8 student from Melbourne who challenged herself with a Christmas holiday school assignment. She looked into bionic technology and 3D printing and managed to build a bionic arm from scratch! Ask a Reporter: Why Do We Listen to Music? BTN viewer Isabelle asks is the intriguing question; "Why do people like music so much?" Jack goes on a musical journey to find out more about the story of song and why the tunes that we love get our toes tapping.

Banks Behaving Badly
A royal commission into Aussie banks has put some of our most powerful financial institutions under the spotlight and some seriously dodgy dealings are being uncovered. We'll look at the important role that banks play in the lives of Australians, why the royal commission came about and why its findings have made a lot of people angry.

Villers-Bretonneux Centenary
This Anzac Day marked 100 years since thousands of Australian soldiers fought to free a tiny French town from German occupation during World War I. Its name is Villers-Bretonneux and the battle that took place there is recognised as an important turning point in the war. We find out more about what happened in Villers-Bretonneux and why the town still has a special connection to Australia.

BTN Kids Contribute Survey Results
Recently we asked kids around Australia to tell us how they contribute at home, at school at in their communities. More than 11,000 took part in the survey and now the results are in. This week we'll tell you more about how kids are contributing and how it makes them feel.

Composting Kids
Did you know that next week is International Compost Awareness Week? It might not be on everyone's calendar but experts say composting is a process we should all know more about. We meet some school kids who explain how compost can scrap pollution and build healthier soils.

Corny Business
We meet Sam, a young entrepreneur, whose popcorn business has taken off since it launched late last year. Sam tells us what it's like to run a business and whether there's any such thing as too much popcorn!

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Banks Behaving Badly A royal commission into Aussie banks has put some of our most powerful financial institutions under the spotlight and some seriously dodgy dealings are being uncovered. We'll look at the important role that banks play in the lives of Australians, why the royal commission came about and why its findings have made a lot of people angry. Villers-Bretonneux Centenary This Anzac Day marked 100 years since thousands of Australian soldiers fought to free a tiny French town from German occupation during World War I. Its name is Villers-Bretonneux and the battle that took place there is recognised as an important turning point in the war. We find out more about what happened in Villers-Bretonneux and why the town still has a special connection to Australia. BTN Kids Contribute Survey Results Recently we asked kids around Australia to tell us how they contribute at home, at school at in their communities. More than 11,000 took part in the survey and now the results are in. This week we'll tell you more about how kids are contributing and how it makes them feel. Composting Kids Did you know that next week is International Compost Awareness Week? It might not be on everyone's calendar but experts say composting is a process we should all know more about. We meet some school kids who explain how compost can scrap pollution and build healthier soils. Corny Business We meet Sam, a young entrepreneur, whose popcorn business has taken off since it launched late last year. Sam tells us what it's like to run a business and whether there's any such thing as too much popcorn!

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Shaun Micallef and the Mad as Hell team present a satirical view of the week in politics.

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For over 20 years, this program has been telling the stories of everyday and extraordinary Australians with intimacy, candour and integrity. We explore first-hand the diversity, complexity and challenges of modern life.

Australian Story: December 10, 2018

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

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For over 20 years, this program has been telling the stories of everyday and extraordinary Australians with intimacy, candour and integrity. We explore first-hand the diversity, complexity and challenges of modern life.

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On the final Q and A for 2018, Tony Jones is joined by Senate president Scott Ryan, deputy opposition leader Tanya Plibersek, lawyer and community advocate Nyadol Nyuon and editor of UK magazine Spiked Brendan O'Neill.

Q and A: December 10, 2018

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

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On the final Q and A for 2018, Tony Jones is joined by Senate president Scott Ryan, deputy opposition leader Tanya Plibersek, lawyer and community advocate Nyadol Nyuon and editor of UK magazine Spiked Brendan O'Neill.

In the final episode for 2018, Barrie Cassidy and the panel look over parliament's final sitting week and look ahead to the summer recess and the campaign ahead of the federal election. Plus, the Matt Price Moment and more.

Insiders: December 9, 2018

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In the final episode for 2018, Barrie Cassidy and the panel look over parliament's final sitting week and look ahead to the summer recess and the campaign ahead of the federal election. Plus, the Matt Price Moment and more.

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: December 9, 2018

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

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The Behind the News team discover the life of Banita Mabo, Australian dino discovery and the US child who fights for the right to throw snowballs. Plus a wrap up of the world's news and sports.

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The Behind the News team discover the life of Banita Mabo, Australian dino discovery and the US child who fights for the right to throw snowballs. Plus a wrap up of the world's news and sports.

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The Behind the News team rethink the school day, literature prize and pelicans. Plus a wrap up of the world's news and sports.

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The Behind the News team rethink the school day, literature prize and pelicans. Plus a wrap up of the world's news and sports.

British high commissioner Menna Rawlings delivers the National Press Club address on the topic: Sharp Power, Soft Power, Girl Power - My Australian Diplomatic Journey.

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

55:13

British high commissioner Menna Rawlings delivers the National Press Club address on the topic: Sharp Power, Soft Power, Girl Power - My Australian Diplomatic Journey.

Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell: December 5, 2018

Years 11-12 Media arts, News and current affairs, Ethical understanding, Civics and citizenship

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Shaun Micallef and the Mad as Hell team present a satirical view of the week in politics.

Major parties clash over discrimination bill
The second last day of federal parliament for the year and the level of frenzy rose considerably. Asylum seekers, energy and the economy were all being debated, but it was the issue of discrimination against gay students attending religious schools, that had the government and opposition in fiercest combat.

Ita Buttrose gives advice to her younger self
When Ita Buttrose started Cleo magazine in 1972, it was the first time a women's publication was frank about sexuality and it went on to become a huge success. That was just the beginning for a woman who's paved the way for women in journalism ever since. Now Ita Buttrose shares her wisdom in our 'advice to my younger self' series.

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Renee Simms, the niece of Lynette Dawson, talks about the arrest of Chris Murphy, who is expected to be charged with the murder of his wife 36 years ago.

Reverse mortgages leaving the elderly high and dry
Reverse mortgages are touted as a way to unlock equity in the family home by borrowing against the asset without needing to make repayments until the house is sold or the owner moves out or dies. But a number of banks, including Australia's biggest lender the Commonwealth Bank, are now getting out of the reverse mortgage market, in the face of criticism from the peak financial regulator, ASIC.
Closing Europe's biggest steel works
In the south of Italy, a major corruption trial is underway that is pitting a local community against Europe's biggest steelworks, the Ilva plant in Taranto. The pollution from the plant is so bad it has been blamed in official government reports for the deaths of almost 400 local residents. The former owners of the company have been accused of crimes against public safety.

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Major parties clash over discrimination bill The second last day of federal parliament for the year and the level of frenzy rose considerably. Asylum seekers, energy and the economy were all being debated, but it was the issue of discrimination against gay students attending religious schools, that had the government and opposition in fiercest combat. Ita Buttrose gives advice to her younger self When Ita Buttrose started Cleo magazine in 1972, it was the first time a women's publication was frank about sexuality and it went on to become a huge success. That was just the beginning for a woman who's paved the way for women in journalism ever since. Now Ita Buttrose shares her wisdom in our 'advice to my younger self' series. Chris Dawson Renee Simms, the niece of Lynette Dawson, talks about the arrest of Chris Murphy, who is expected to be charged with the murder of his wife 36 years ago. Reverse mortgages leaving the elderly high and dry Reverse mortgages are touted as a way to unlock equity in the family home by borrowing against the asset without needing to make repayments until the house is sold or the owner moves out or dies. But a number of banks, including Australia's biggest lender the Commonwealth Bank, are now getting out of the reverse mortgage market, in the face of criticism from the peak financial regulator, ASIC. Closing Europe's biggest steel works In the south of Italy, a major corruption trial is underway that is pitting a local community against Europe's biggest steelworks, the Ilva plant in Taranto. The pollution from the plant is so bad it has been blamed in official government reports for the deaths of almost 400 local residents. The former owners of the company have been accused of crimes against public safety.

Driverless cars are arriving soon, but are we ready to take our hands off the wheel? Charlie Pickering and Annabel Crabb join inventor Dr Jordan Nguyen, TV presenter Kate Peck, and comedian Merrick Watts.

Tomorrow Tonight: The Driverless Car

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Driverless cars are arriving soon, but are we ready to take our hands off the wheel? Charlie Pickering and Annabel Crabb join inventor Dr Jordan Nguyen, TV presenter Kate Peck, and comedian Merrick Watts.

Behind the News: December 4, 2018

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The Behind the News team get an exclusive update on climate change, the richest youtubers and a world record teddy toss. Plus a wrap up of the world's news and sports.

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Scott Morrison
Today the Government and Opposition neared agreement on encryption laws and ending discrimination against gay children. It followed Prime Minister Scott Morrison's move to put an end to the Coalition's revolving door leadership.

Mortgage stress
It's estimated there are more than one million households under stress with 60,000 of them at risk of defaulting on their loan over the next 12 months.
Indigenous Australians
Founded by former Sydney Swans Adam Goodes and Michael O'Loughlin, the GO Foundation provides scholarships for Indigenous students from kindergarten to university.
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Lawyer X
Victoria's law and order system has been thrown into one of the biggest legal scandals in its history, after it was revealed a criminal defence barrister was used as an informer by police in hundreds of cases, including against her own clients. 7.30 speaks to the senior detective who warned Victoria Police their use of Lawyer X would result in a royal commission.

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Scott Morrison Today the Government and Opposition neared agreement on encryption laws and ending discrimination against gay children. It followed Prime Minister Scott Morrison's move to put an end to the Coalition's revolving door leadership. Mortgage stress It's estimated there are more than one million households under stress with 60,000 of them at risk of defaulting on their loan over the next 12 months. Indigenous Australians Founded by former Sydney Swans Adam Goodes and Michael O'Loughlin, the GO Foundation provides scholarships for Indigenous students from kindergarten to university. Nauru and Manus Island 7.30 can reveal confidential details of the powerful Government committee that approves medical transfers from Nauru and Manus Island. Lawyer X Victoria's law and order system has been thrown into one of the biggest legal scandals in its history, after it was revealed a criminal defence barrister was used as an informer by police in hundreds of cases, including against her own clients. 7.30 speaks to the senior detective who warned Victoria Police their use of Lawyer X would result in a royal commission.

In Australia, our society is built around the idea that everyone gets a fair go. In the era of #MeToo, and with the global movement for gender equality growing, it's time to ask ourselves: is that really the case? Writer, TV presenter, radio host, and passionate advocate for gender equality Yumi Stynes wants to find out. This program goes undercover to expose the truth of sexism in Australia in 2018.

Is Australia Sexist?

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In Australia, our society is built around the idea that everyone gets a fair go. In the era of #MeToo, and with the global movement for gender equality growing, it's time to ask ourselves: is that really the case? Writer, TV presenter, radio host, and passionate advocate for gender equality Yumi Stynes wants to find out. This program goes undercover to expose the truth of sexism in Australia in 2018.

Media Watch: December 3, 2018

Years 11-12 Media arts, News and current affairs

15:12

Australia's leading forum for media analysis and comment, presented by one of Australia's most respected journalists Paul Barry.

As the 10th anniversary of the Black Saturday fires approaches and the nation braces for another devastating bushfire season, we examine the fatal Churchill blaze and the investigation that led police to the enigmatic arsonist, Brendan Sokaluk.

The story retraces Sokaluk's footsteps on the day and delves into his past to look for clues to why he lit a fire on a day of extreme fire conditions. His actions led to the death of 11 people and the widespread destruction of property, wildlife and bushland.

Featuring never-before-seen police interview footage of Sokaluk, The Burning Question asks what we can learn from the events of that day and how we can use this case to identify potential arsonists in the future.

Australian Story: December 3, 2018

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

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As the 10th anniversary of the Black Saturday fires approaches and the nation braces for another devastating bushfire season, we examine the fatal Churchill blaze and the investigation that led police to the enigmatic arsonist, Brendan Sokaluk. The story retraces Sokaluk's footsteps on the day and delves into his past to look for clues to why he lit a fire on a day of extreme fire conditions. His actions led to the death of 11 people and the widespread destruction of property, wildlife and bushland. Featuring never-before-seen police interview footage of Sokaluk, The Burning Question asks what we can learn from the events of that day and how we can use this case to identify potential arsonists in the future.

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