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Money for Nothing: How corporate greed and deception cost AMP its trusted place in Australian life
AMP was once a trusted blue chip Australian company but its reputation is now in tatters following evidence before the Financial Services Royal Commission that it charged customers fees for no service and repeatedly lied about it to the corporate regulator.
On Monday Four Corners investigates how AMP ripped off its customers and details the extraordinary measures it took to conceal its actions.
In a revealing interview a former financial planner gives an insider’s account of the tactics used by AMP to cheat customers out of their own money.
The former planner also blows the whistle on the company practice of pressuring financial planners to sell in house AMP products even if it meant a client would be financially worse off.
AMP began selling life insurance in 1849. Four Corners examines how an iconic company with a trusted place in Australian life could have such a spectacular fall from grace.
“I would never have thought that any of that sort of thing would have been going on in such an institution that has been around for so many years and has been trusted by the shareholders and by the public at large.” AMP Shareholder

Money for Nothing: How corporate greed and deception cost AMP its trusted place in Australian life
AMP was once a trusted blue chip Australian company but its reputation is now in tatters following evidence before the Financial Services Royal Commission that it charged customers fees for no service and repeatedly lied about it to the corporate regulator.
On Monday Four Corners investigates how AMP ripped off its customers and details the extraordinary measures it took to conceal its actions.
In a revealing interview a former financial planner gives an insider’s account of the tactics used by AMP to cheat customers out of their own money.
The former planner also blows the whistle on the company practice of pressuring financial planners to sell in house AMP products even if it meant a client would be financially worse off.
AMP began selling life insurance in 1849. Four Corners examines how an iconic company with a trusted place in Australian life could have such a spectacular fall from grace.
“I would never have thought that any of that sort of thing would have been going on in such an institution that has been around for so many years and has been trusted by the shareholders and by the public at large.” AMP Shareholder

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Having a child is supposed to be the most natural thing in the world, but knowing how to raise one can be another thing entirely. Even in the most loving families, parenthood can be incredibly daunting. On Monday, Four Corners brings you the story of three mothers determined to learn how to change the way they raise their children. With extensive access to the pioneering Safecare program for parents whose children are at risk of neglect or harm, Four Corners follows these families, and the social workers teaching them, as they learn back to basic skills.

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Welcome to the new world of enhanced "beauty" where there's nothing natural about the faces and bodies created by cosmetic procedures. Fuelled by social media influencers on Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat, cosmetic surgery has entered the mainstream. From dermal fillers and Botox, to butt lifts and breast implants, women are undergoing treatments that could change their lives forever, and not in the ways they were expecting.

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Facebook says it's on a mission to be the place where people connect and "bring the world closer together". More than a billion people are on the social networking site every day, posting their thoughts, pictures, and videos. But alongside the family photos and FOMO inducing holiday videos is content that is truly disturbing. This British investigation has exposed the inner workings of the social media giant to reveal how and why content moderation decisions are made.

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For more than three decades Cambodia has been ruled by one man, Prime Minister Hun Sen, who came to power in the country's first democratic elections after the horror years of the Khmer Rouge. Australia played a key role in the peace deal that ended the bloody civil war, but the once bright hopes for democracy have long since faded. Ahead of this weekend's elections, the Hun Sen regime launched a ruthless crackdown on the political opposition and free press. On Monday, in her first story for Four Corners, reporter Sophie McNeill travels to Cambodia to confront the man whose political opponents have been imprisoned and assassinated in mysterious circumstances. While steadily cementing their grip on power, Hun Sen and his family and cronies are accused of amassing enormous wealth through a corrupt and nepotistic system. Four Corners has uncovered evidence of how the regime's wealth has been used to buy properties and businesses in Australia, where some of Hun Sen's relatives have established a base for building support, sometimes through threats and intimidation. Since 2014, Australia has granted the regime $40 million in additional aid, in return for taking some of Australia's unwanted refugees, and the Turnbull Government upgraded ties with Cambodia last year. While the US has begun moves to sanction the regime by freezing assets and blocking visas, international observers accuse the Australian Government of cosying up to Hun Sen. While hopes for democracy have disintegrated, China has moved to dramatically expand its presence and power in the country. As Hun Sen prepares to tighten his grip on power after this weekend's elections, Cambodia's democracy campaigners say they feel abandoned.

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The story of a brave young soccer team gripped the world. The extraordinary international effort to find and rescue 12 boys and their coach from a remote cave in northern Thailand was watched closely by millions. Four Corners documents this wonderful and tragic tale from the day the boys first disappeared until the joyous moment the last person left the cave. Reporter Mark Willacy is in northern Thailand for this special report.

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Four Corners examines the secrets and scandals in Australia's horse racing industry. On the surface, Australia's racing industry has never been better. With a prize pool that's grown to more than $600 million it's one of the biggest industries in the country, employing more than 50,000 people. But away from the glamour all is not well in the sport of kings and die-hard racing identities are worried. In 2017 an astonishingly audacious doping conspiracy was uncovered. Five trainers and three stable hands were found guilty of taking part in Victoria's Aquanita doping scandal, but questions remain. Described as one of the darkest and longest chapters in the history of the sport, high profile racing figures are questioning how the sport is being policed. The damage done by the Aquanita doping conspiracy isn't the only problem facing the industry. The loss of high profile sponsors, the difficulty in attracting racegoers and concerns about animal cruelty have the racing fraternity on edge.

Four Corners: July 9, 2018

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Four Corners examines the secrets and scandals in Australia's horse racing industry. On the surface, Australia's racing industry has never been better. With a prize pool that's grown to more than $600 million it's one of the biggest industries in the country, employing more than 50,000 people. But away from the glamour all is not well in the sport of kings and die-hard racing identities are worried. In 2017 an astonishingly audacious doping conspiracy was uncovered. Five trainers and three stable hands were found guilty of taking part in Victoria's Aquanita doping scandal, but questions remain. Described as one of the darkest and longest chapters in the history of the sport, high profile racing figures are questioning how the sport is being policed. The damage done by the Aquanita doping conspiracy isn't the only problem facing the industry. The loss of high profile sponsors, the difficulty in attracting racegoers and concerns about animal cruelty have the racing fraternity on edge.
Four Corners investigates some of the worst biosecurity breaches in Australian history, uncovering sophisticated smuggling operations, inadequate enforcement and corruption. Last year a devastating exotic disease wiped out much of Queensland's prawn industry, threatening a lucrative trade based on our "clean" reputation and undermining faith in Australia's supposedly fortress-like borders. Now a Four Corners investigation will reveal how Australia's biosecurity measures were defeated by sophisticated smugglers. The program pieces together the dramatic fight to contain the outbreak and uncover the cause. Insiders talk about the cut-throat nature of the industry and the huge profits to be made by those breaking the law. Investigators warn that Australia's biosecurity regime can be easily exploited. Yet, the concern goes well beyond the seafood industry, with the program set to detail another significant breach that threatened a multi-billion-dollar industry.

Four Corners: July 2, 2018

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Four Corners investigates some of the worst biosecurity breaches in Australian history, uncovering sophisticated smuggling operations, inadequate enforcement and corruption. Last year a devastating exotic disease wiped out much of Queensland's prawn industry, threatening a lucrative trade based on our "clean" reputation and undermining faith in Australia's supposedly fortress-like borders. Now a Four Corners investigation will reveal how Australia's biosecurity measures were defeated by sophisticated smugglers. The program pieces together the dramatic fight to contain the outbreak and uncover the cause. Insiders talk about the cut-throat nature of the industry and the huge profits to be made by those breaking the law. Investigators warn that Australia's biosecurity regime can be easily exploited. Yet, the concern goes well beyond the seafood industry, with the program set to detail another significant breach that threatened a multi-billion-dollar industry.
Moscow Rules: in part three, Four Corners investigates the central allegations that members of the Trump team, including possibly the President himself, actively colluded with Russia to subvert American democracy. Sarah Ferguson investigates central allegations that members of Donald Trump's team, including possibly the president himself, actively colluded with Russia to subvert American democracy. Sarah Ferguson also speaks to Donald Trump’s long-time political adviser Roger Stone who along with several other members of the Trump campaign team is under investigation by the Special Prosecutor for possible collusion with Russia.

Four Corners: Trump Russia: Moscow Rules

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Moscow Rules: in part three, Four Corners investigates the central allegations that members of the Trump team, including possibly the President himself, actively colluded with Russia to subvert American democracy. Sarah Ferguson investigates central allegations that members of Donald Trump's team, including possibly the president himself, actively colluded with Russia to subvert American democracy. Sarah Ferguson also speaks to Donald Trump’s long-time political adviser Roger Stone who along with several other members of the Trump campaign team is under investigation by the Special Prosecutor for possible collusion with Russia.
Secrets, spies and useful idiots: in part two, Four Corners speaks to key protagonists at the centre of the unfolding drama over members of the Trump team accused of being compromised by Russia. Months in the making, filmed across the United States, the United Kingdom and Russia, Sarah Ferguson charts the extraordinary allegations, interrogating the evidence and interviewing central characters in this unfolding story that could be lifted from the pages of a blockbuster spy novel.

Four Corners: Trump/Russia: Secrets, spies and useful idiots

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Secrets, spies and useful idiots: in part two, Four Corners speaks to key protagonists at the centre of the unfolding drama over members of the Trump team accused of being compromised by Russia. Months in the making, filmed across the United States, the United Kingdom and Russia, Sarah Ferguson charts the extraordinary allegations, interrogating the evidence and interviewing central characters in this unfolding story that could be lifted from the pages of a blockbuster spy novel.
It's the story of the century: The US President and his connections to Russia. In a Four Corners special series, award winning investigative reporter Sarah Ferguson follows the spies and the money trail from Washington, to London, to Moscow. In this three-part series, Four Corners delivers a riveting account of the allegations and evidence from the characters central to the drama that has gripped the world. On Monday night, the story begins: Follow the Money: Four Corners follows the money trail from New York to Moscow, tracking the ties between Trump, his business empire and Russia.

Four Corners: Trump/Russia: Follow the Money

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It's the story of the century: The US President and his connections to Russia. In a Four Corners special series, award winning investigative reporter Sarah Ferguson follows the spies and the money trail from Washington, to London, to Moscow. In this three-part series, Four Corners delivers a riveting account of the allegations and evidence from the characters central to the drama that has gripped the world. On Monday night, the story begins: Follow the Money: Four Corners follows the money trail from New York to Moscow, tracking the ties between Trump, his business empire and Russia.
Mind the Gap Four Corner’s investigation tells the story of your out of pocket medical expenses. We’ve put you, the patient, at the centre of this investigation. Nine weeks ago we placed a call out, across ABC programs and social media, asking you to send us your bills. Hundreds of people across the country responded. In this joint Four Corners investigation with Dr Norman Swan from RN’s Health Report, the program examines what’s driving these out of pocket expenses. Millions of Australians fork out big money for private health insurance believing it will give them their choice of specialist and Rolls Royce service. Yet many, at a time of great personal crisis, are saddled with bills for treatment, leaving them thousands of dollars out of pocket and wondering why they bothered paying for insurance at all. Many blame Medicare and the private health funds, but often the cause of out of pocket expenses lies elsewhere and this eye-opening program reveals some hard truths for patients. For patients to get the best quality care for the money they pay, they need to rethink what high charging specialists actually deliver.

Four Corners: Mind the Gap

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Mind the Gap Four Corner’s investigation tells the story of your out of pocket medical expenses. We’ve put you, the patient, at the centre of this investigation. Nine weeks ago we placed a call out, across ABC programs and social media, asking you to send us your bills. Hundreds of people across the country responded. In this joint Four Corners investigation with Dr Norman Swan from RN’s Health Report, the program examines what’s driving these out of pocket expenses. Millions of Australians fork out big money for private health insurance believing it will give them their choice of specialist and Rolls Royce service. Yet many, at a time of great personal crisis, are saddled with bills for treatment, leaving them thousands of dollars out of pocket and wondering why they bothered paying for insurance at all. Many blame Medicare and the private health funds, but often the cause of out of pocket expenses lies elsewhere and this eye-opening program reveals some hard truths for patients. For patients to get the best quality care for the money they pay, they need to rethink what high charging specialists actually deliver.
Complicit: the workers paying the price for our mobile phone obsession. Mobile phones, smartphones and tablets have revolutionised the way we communicate but the technology we are addicted to has had toxic consequences. China produces approximately 90% of the world's consumer electronics. The factories making the components for these electronic goods are filled with young workers who are being exposed to poisonous chemicals, with devastating results. This investigation, filmed secretly over four years, exposes the use of harmful chemicals and capturing the working conditions inside the factories churning out these products we all use. The film charts the growing realisation among the workers that their illnesses stem from their work and follows their fight for compensation. The landmark investigation led Apple to ban the use of benzene, a known carcinogen, and n-hexane, a chemical that damages the nervous system.But the ban does not apply to subcontractors who make up two-thirds of Apple's supply chain. And around 500 other chemicals are still used to produce electronics, mostly in the developing world, where there are few or no regulations to protect the workers who make them.

Four Corners: May 21, 2018

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Complicit: the workers paying the price for our mobile phone obsession. Mobile phones, smartphones and tablets have revolutionised the way we communicate but the technology we are addicted to has had toxic consequences. China produces approximately 90% of the world's consumer electronics. The factories making the components for these electronic goods are filled with young workers who are being exposed to poisonous chemicals, with devastating results. This investigation, filmed secretly over four years, exposes the use of harmful chemicals and capturing the working conditions inside the factories churning out these products we all use. The film charts the growing realisation among the workers that their illnesses stem from their work and follows their fight for compensation. The landmark investigation led Apple to ban the use of benzene, a known carcinogen, and n-hexane, a chemical that damages the nervous system.But the ban does not apply to subcontractors who make up two-thirds of Apple's supply chain. And around 500 other chemicals are still used to produce electronics, mostly in the developing world, where there are few or no regulations to protect the workers who make them.
HSBC is one of the world's largest and most powerful financial institutions with offices on five continents, including in Australia. It likes to spruik its financial might and global reach. Behind the corporate gloss, it has a far less attractive reputation. The bank has been at the centre of several of the biggest financial scandals uncovered this century. HSBC, or the Hong Kong & Shanghai banking Corporation has been implicated in a raft of illegal activities, from money laundering for the mafia, to enabling tax evasion and currency manipulation. In this global investigation, the role of HSBC in these scandals is laid bare.

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HSBC is one of the world's largest and most powerful financial institutions with offices on five continents, including in Australia. It likes to spruik its financial might and global reach. Behind the corporate gloss, it has a far less attractive reputation. The bank has been at the centre of several of the biggest financial scandals uncovered this century. HSBC, or the Hong Kong & Shanghai banking Corporation has been implicated in a raft of illegal activities, from money laundering for the mafia, to enabling tax evasion and currency manipulation. In this global investigation, the role of HSBC in these scandals is laid bare.
The events of that night in Kings Cross would change Saxon Mullins life forever.The young man she accused of raping her, on her hands and knees in the gravel in a laneway, pleaded not guilty, insisting their sexual encounter had been consensual.The incident led to a gruelling legal battle that went for almost five years, including two trials and two appeals. Eventually the accused man, Luke Lazarus, the son of a nightclub owner, walked free, acquitted of rape. The case has had devastating consequences for all involved, and some of the details of the story are hard to hear. But it's inspired a deep questioning of what exactly is consent to sex, how does a woman indicate it, and how does a man ensure that he has it? And is the law adequate to address these questions? Saxon Mullins' identity has been protected until now. But she's given up her anonymity to tell her story to Four Corners in the hope it will lead to change. The reporter is Louise Milligan.

Four Corners: May 7, 2018

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The events of that night in Kings Cross would change Saxon Mullins life forever.The young man she accused of raping her, on her hands and knees in the gravel in a laneway, pleaded not guilty, insisting their sexual encounter had been consensual.The incident led to a gruelling legal battle that went for almost five years, including two trials and two appeals. Eventually the accused man, Luke Lazarus, the son of a nightclub owner, walked free, acquitted of rape. The case has had devastating consequences for all involved, and some of the details of the story are hard to hear. But it's inspired a deep questioning of what exactly is consent to sex, how does a woman indicate it, and how does a man ensure that he has it? And is the law adequate to address these questions? Saxon Mullins' identity has been protected until now. But she's given up her anonymity to tell her story to Four Corners in the hope it will lead to change. The reporter is Louise Milligan.
Today, 60 percent of Australian adults are classified as overweight or obese. By 2025 that figure is expected to rise to 80 percent. Many point the finger at sugar - which we're consuming in enormous amounts - and the food and drink industry that makes and sells the products fuelled by it. Despite doctors' calls for urgent action, there's been fierce resistance by the industry to measures aimed at changing what we eat and drink, like the proposed introduction of a sugar tax.

Four Corners: Tipping the Scales

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Today, 60 percent of Australian adults are classified as overweight or obese. By 2025 that figure is expected to rise to 80 percent. Many point the finger at sugar - which we're consuming in enormous amounts - and the food and drink industry that makes and sells the products fuelled by it. Despite doctors' calls for urgent action, there's been fierce resistance by the industry to measures aimed at changing what we eat and drink, like the proposed introduction of a sugar tax.
There are millions of dollars being made in the Australian marijuana business but these entrepreneurs and investors aren't risking jail to make their fortunes. They're betting big on the home grown medicinal marijuana industry and riding the "pot stock" boom.

Four Corners: Green Rush

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There are millions of dollars being made in the Australian marijuana business but these entrepreneurs and investors aren't risking jail to make their fortunes. They're betting big on the home grown medicinal marijuana industry and riding the "pot stock" boom.
On Monday night Four Corners brings you the undercover investigation that has left social media giant Facebook reeling through the unmasking of the secretive political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica and the dirty tricks they deployed. Four months in the making, this ITN investigation for Channel 4 in the UK used hidden cameras to reveal the tactics used by the UK firm Cambridge Anayltica to influence elections and undermine the democratic process in several countries. And the company's former director of research, Chris Wylie, explains how they did it.

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On Monday night Four Corners brings you the undercover investigation that has left social media giant Facebook reeling through the unmasking of the secretive political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica and the dirty tricks they deployed. Four months in the making, this ITN investigation for Channel 4 in the UK used hidden cameras to reveal the tactics used by the UK firm Cambridge Anayltica to influence elections and undermine the democratic process in several countries. And the company's former director of research, Chris Wylie, explains how they did it.
The Australia Taxation Office is a formidable enforcer with extraordinary powers. It can raid your home or business without a warrant, it can compel you to answer questions and treat you as guilty until proven innocent. While there's strong public support for a crackdown on major multinational corporations to force them to pay their fair share, there is growing concern that the ATO is targeting people a long way from the big end of town. In a major joint Four Corners-Fairfax investigation, reporter Adele Ferguson puts the actions of the ATO under the microscope, examining how it uses its extensive powers.

Four Corners: Mongrel Bunch of Bastards

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The Australia Taxation Office is a formidable enforcer with extraordinary powers. It can raid your home or business without a warrant, it can compel you to answer questions and treat you as guilty until proven innocent. While there's strong public support for a crackdown on major multinational corporations to force them to pay their fair share, there is growing concern that the ATO is targeting people a long way from the big end of town. In a major joint Four Corners-Fairfax investigation, reporter Adele Ferguson puts the actions of the ATO under the microscope, examining how it uses its extensive powers.
Australia's superannuation retirement savings pool is enormous. At $2.5 trillion dollars, it's one of the largest in the world. But there are fears that even that huge sum of money won't be enough. Millennials are entering a very different workforce from the one that existed 30 years ago when compulsory superannuation was adopted. In the broader economy, it's estimated that between $3 and $6 billion dollars' worth of super entitlements per year are not being paid. Now there are calls to take a fresh look at super and make some major reforms.

Four Corners: Super Risk

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Australia's superannuation retirement savings pool is enormous. At $2.5 trillion dollars, it's one of the largest in the world. But there are fears that even that huge sum of money won't be enough. Millennials are entering a very different workforce from the one that existed 30 years ago when compulsory superannuation was adopted. In the broader economy, it's estimated that between $3 and $6 billion dollars' worth of super entitlements per year are not being paid. Now there are calls to take a fresh look at super and make some major reforms.
The sex scandal that has engulfed American film producer Harvey Weinstein triggered headlines around the world and prompted a searing discussion about the treatment of women. Much of the attention has focused on the actresses who say they were preyed upon by the movie mogul. Behind the scenes, there were other women, work colleagues and employees, who allege that Harvey Weinstein used his power to abuse them. They kept their experiences secret for decades, fearing legal action and reprisal. Now they are speaking out.

Four Corners: Working with Weinstein

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The sex scandal that has engulfed American film producer Harvey Weinstein triggered headlines around the world and prompted a searing discussion about the treatment of women. Much of the attention has focused on the actresses who say they were preyed upon by the movie mogul. Behind the scenes, there were other women, work colleagues and employees, who allege that Harvey Weinstein used his power to abuse them. They kept their experiences secret for decades, fearing legal action and reprisal. Now they are speaking out.
The numbers tell the story. Australia's population is growing fast. Across the country, we've added almost 400,000 people in the past year alone. The populations of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth have expanded by nearly 3 million extra people in the last 10 years. And we're feeling the strain. It's time for the nation to have a conversation about how big Australia is going to grow.

Four Corners: Big Australia: Are We Ready?

News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship
41:29
The numbers tell the story. Australia's population is growing fast. Across the country, we've added almost 400,000 people in the past year alone. The populations of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth have expanded by nearly 3 million extra people in the last 10 years. And we're feeling the strain. It's time for the nation to have a conversation about how big Australia is going to grow.

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Bias is hard to avoid, but it can be really damaging - leading us to make poor choices without fairly weighing up the facts. This episode looks at bias in the media and why it can be particularly damaging.

BTN: Media Literacy: Bias

Media arts, News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 Media arts, News and current affairs
13:07
Bias is hard to avoid, but it can be really damaging - leading us to make poor choices without fairly weighing up the facts. This episode looks at bias in the media and why it can be particularly damaging.
How do you keep people safe from dog attacks? The death of a toddler last month has reignited the debate about how to keep people safe from dogs. The RSPCA says training and education is the answer, but others want aggressive dogs banned. Laura Tingle on the $4.5bn extra funding for Catholic and independent schools Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced $4.5 billion in extra funding for Catholic and independent schools. Behind the lens of Parliament's prize photographer This year, for the first time in history, the press gallery journalist of the year award went to a photographer, Alex Ellinghausen. He works for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, and while you may not know his name the chances are you'll recognise his work - capturing politicians at their best, their worst and their most vulnerable. The battle for control of powerlifting in Australia Parliament house isn't the only place where you'll find politics. Pretty much any organisation, no matter how big or small, will at some stage become captive to people jockeying for power. The sport of powerlifting in Australia is a case in point, with two local federations vying for control - and the athletes caught in the middle. Roadies, a look at life on the road Behind every world-conquering band is a road crew that transports them from gig to gig, ensures they look and sound amazing, and literally works around the clock to keep the show on the road. Music writer Stuart Coupe's latest book, Roadies – The Secret History of Australian Rock'n'Roll, is a fascinating look at the often hidden side of the music business.

7.30: September 20, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
31:53
How do you keep people safe from dog attacks? The death of a toddler last month has reignited the debate about how to keep people safe from dogs. The RSPCA says training and education is the answer, but others want aggressive dogs banned. Laura Tingle on the $4.5bn extra funding for Catholic and independent schools Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced $4.5 billion in extra funding for Catholic and independent schools. Behind the lens of Parliament's prize photographer This year, for the first time in history, the press gallery journalist of the year award went to a photographer, Alex Ellinghausen. He works for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, and while you may not know his name the chances are you'll recognise his work - capturing politicians at their best, their worst and their most vulnerable. The battle for control of powerlifting in Australia Parliament house isn't the only place where you'll find politics. Pretty much any organisation, no matter how big or small, will at some stage become captive to people jockeying for power. The sport of powerlifting in Australia is a case in point, with two local federations vying for control - and the athletes caught in the middle. Roadies, a look at life on the road Behind every world-conquering band is a road crew that transports them from gig to gig, ensures they look and sound amazing, and literally works around the clock to keep the show on the road. Music writer Stuart Coupe's latest book, Roadies – The Secret History of Australian Rock'n'Roll, is a fascinating look at the often hidden side of the music business.
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.

BtN Newsbreak: September 20, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs
7:00
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.
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: September 20, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs
3:18
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.
On a secret mission to kidnap a Nazi ocelot rumoured to know the codes to a submarine, a team of British commandos parachute into Berlin Zoo behind enemy lions.

Shaun Micallef's Mad as Hell: September 19, 2018

Media arts, News and current affairs, Ethical understanding, Civics and citizenship

Years 11-12 Media arts, News and current affairs, Ethical understanding, Civics and citizenship
29:55
On a secret mission to kidnap a Nazi ocelot rumoured to know the codes to a submarine, a team of British commandos parachute into Berlin Zoo behind enemy lions.
Authorities fear copy-cat tampering in fruit contamination disaster Since the story strawberry tampering broke more than 100 reports of contaminated fruit have been made around the country, sparking fears of copy-cat tampering. Authorities are scrambling to manage this slow-moving disaster as they try to limit the damage to an industry worth almost half a billion dollars. Why are female Liberal MPs quitting Federal politics? A number of female Liberal MPs have spoken out against internal party dynamics, while also announcing they won’t recontest the next election. But Prime Minister Scott Morrison insisting there is not a behaviour problem in Canberra. Christian Porter discusses strawberry tampering and sexism in politics Federal Attorney General, Christian Porter, talks to 7.30 about news laws introduced to counter the growing strawberry tampering crisis, and whether the Liberal Party has a problem with women. Marine archaeologists may have discovered the wreck of the Endeavour Historian David Hunt explains why the discovery of Capt. James Cook's ship, HMS Endeavour, would be an important moment in Australia's history. Meet Alec Knight, the first Australian male to join the New York City Ballet Alec Knight was just 17 when he moved to New York after being offered a coveted apprenticeship with the New York City Ballet. That was five years ago. Now he's the first Australian male to be given a contract with the prestigious ballet company.

7.30: September 19, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
30:05
Authorities fear copy-cat tampering in fruit contamination disaster Since the story strawberry tampering broke more than 100 reports of contaminated fruit have been made around the country, sparking fears of copy-cat tampering. Authorities are scrambling to manage this slow-moving disaster as they try to limit the damage to an industry worth almost half a billion dollars. Why are female Liberal MPs quitting Federal politics? A number of female Liberal MPs have spoken out against internal party dynamics, while also announcing they won’t recontest the next election. But Prime Minister Scott Morrison insisting there is not a behaviour problem in Canberra. Christian Porter discusses strawberry tampering and sexism in politics Federal Attorney General, Christian Porter, talks to 7.30 about news laws introduced to counter the growing strawberry tampering crisis, and whether the Liberal Party has a problem with women. Marine archaeologists may have discovered the wreck of the Endeavour Historian David Hunt explains why the discovery of Capt. James Cook's ship, HMS Endeavour, would be an important moment in Australia's history. Meet Alec Knight, the first Australian male to join the New York City Ballet Alec Knight was just 17 when he moved to New York after being offered a coveted apprenticeship with the New York City Ballet. That was five years ago. Now he's the first Australian male to be given a contract with the prestigious ballet company.
The program ventures to Yam Island, the home of Australia's first Torres Strait Islander MP, Cynthia Lui, to find out how a shy young girl from one of the country's most remote communities became a state political leader.

Living Black: September 19, 2018

Indigenous Australians, News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 Indigenous Australians, News and current affairs
24:18
The program ventures to Yam Island, the home of Australia's first Torres Strait Islander MP, Cynthia Lui, to find out how a shy young girl from one of the country's most remote communities became a state political leader.
From Fromelles to Pozieres - we remember. Director of the Australian War Memorial, Dr Brendan Nelson speaks at the National Press Club in Canberra.

National Press Club Address: Brendan Nelson

News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs
56:46
From Fromelles to Pozieres - we remember. Director of the Australian War Memorial, Dr Brendan Nelson speaks at the National Press Club in Canberra.
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.

BtN Newsbreak: September 19, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs
7:00
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.
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: September 18, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs
24:30
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.
In Mongolia's capital, people are literally dying to breathe. This episode, we visit a city with some of the dirtiest air in the world.

Dateline: The World's Dirtiest Air

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
25:45
In Mongolia's capital, people are literally dying to breathe. This episode, we visit a city with some of the dirtiest air in the world.
Catherine Marriott speaks about alleged sexual harassment by Barnaby Joyce. Mr Joyce denies the allegations In a 7.30 exclusive, businesswoman Catherine Marriott speaks about alleged sexual harassment by Barnaby Joyce. Mr Joyce has denied the allegations and says he believes the complaint to be “spurious and defamatory”. Inquiry into high rates of mental illness experienced by first responders First responders to emergencies experience relatively high rates of mental illness and a parliamentary inquiry is trying to find out why. Older Australians choosing to live at home for as long as possible A growing number of older Australians are doing what they can to avoid aged care and retirement homes and are choosing to live at their own homes for as long as possible. Australian mum one of the stars of American bare knuckle boxing In rural America a sport that's been underground since the 19th century is again legal. Bare knuckle boxing is as brutal as it sounds and an Australian mum from Brisbane is the sport's most marketable star.

7.30: September 18, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
31:33
Catherine Marriott speaks about alleged sexual harassment by Barnaby Joyce. Mr Joyce denies the allegations In a 7.30 exclusive, businesswoman Catherine Marriott speaks about alleged sexual harassment by Barnaby Joyce. Mr Joyce has denied the allegations and says he believes the complaint to be “spurious and defamatory”. Inquiry into high rates of mental illness experienced by first responders First responders to emergencies experience relatively high rates of mental illness and a parliamentary inquiry is trying to find out why. Older Australians choosing to live at home for as long as possible A growing number of older Australians are doing what they can to avoid aged care and retirement homes and are choosing to live at their own homes for as long as possible. Australian mum one of the stars of American bare knuckle boxing In rural America a sport that's been underground since the 19th century is again legal. Bare knuckle boxing is as brutal as it sounds and an Australian mum from Brisbane is the sport's most marketable star.
China is marrying Big Brother to Big Data. Every citizen will be watched and their behaviour scored in the most ambitious and sophisticated system of social control in history. Matthew Carney reports.

Foreign Correspondent: September 18, 2018

News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship
27:11
China is marrying Big Brother to Big Data. Every citizen will be watched and their behaviour scored in the most ambitious and sophisticated system of social control in history. Matthew Carney reports.
In the season final, Dr Caroline West meets scientists working at the forefront of memory research, introducing remarkable individuals whose exceptional memories and unique abilities are helping unlock the secrets of memory.

Catalyst: September 18, 2018

Science, News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 Science, News and current affairs
55:08
In the season final, Dr Caroline West meets scientists working at the forefront of memory research, introducing remarkable individuals whose exceptional memories and unique abilities are helping unlock the secrets of memory.
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.

BtN Newsbreak: September 18, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs
7:00
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.
When Emma Watkins became the Yellow Wiggle in 2012, she overcame a backlash to make the yellow skivvy her own, winning over a new generation of fans. As Emma's star rose, behind the scenes her health was failing. Eventually she was diagnosed with endometriosis and her decision to go public brought much-needed attention to the disease. Her health problems led her to re-evaluate other areas of her life and at the beginning of the year she separated from her husband, fellow Wiggle Lachlan Gillespie. Emma speaks exclusively about the separation, its fall-out and the couple’s determination to continue working together.

Australian Story: The Show Must Go On

Personal and social capability, News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 Personal and social capability, News and current affairs
30:26
When Emma Watkins became the Yellow Wiggle in 2012, she overcame a backlash to make the yellow skivvy her own, winning over a new generation of fans. As Emma's star rose, behind the scenes her health was failing. Eventually she was diagnosed with endometriosis and her decision to go public brought much-needed attention to the disease. Her health problems led her to re-evaluate other areas of her life and at the beginning of the year she separated from her husband, fellow Wiggle Lachlan Gillespie. Emma speaks exclusively about the separation, its fall-out and the couple’s determination to continue working together.
Clive Palmer splashing cash as he attempts political comeback Clive Palmer is attempting a spectacular comeback into federal politics. Scott Morrison announces royal commission into aged care system Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a royal commission into Australia's aged care system. Laura Tingle on decision by Liberal MP Ann Sudmalis to quit politics at next election Liberal MP Ann Sudmalis says she will not recontest her marginal seat at the next election, blaming "branch-stacking, undermining and leaks". Learning how to tame Australia's desert brumbies The number of brumbies roaming free in Australia's red centre is growing by about 20 per cent every year.

7.30: September 17, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
31:12
Clive Palmer splashing cash as he attempts political comeback Clive Palmer is attempting a spectacular comeback into federal politics. Scott Morrison announces royal commission into aged care system Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a royal commission into Australia's aged care system. Laura Tingle on decision by Liberal MP Ann Sudmalis to quit politics at next election Liberal MP Ann Sudmalis says she will not recontest her marginal seat at the next election, blaming "branch-stacking, undermining and leaks". Learning how to tame Australia's desert brumbies The number of brumbies roaming free in Australia's red centre is growing by about 20 per cent every year.
Sarah Ferguson and the award-winning team investigate the issues and uncover the hidden stories that will have Australia talking.

Four Corners: September 17, 2018

News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship
43:26
Sarah Ferguson and the award-winning team investigate the issues and uncover the hidden stories that will have Australia talking.
Be part of the conversation as Tony Jones is joined by guests and a studio audience where the public ask the questions. Includes feminist icon and provocateur Germaine Greer and British journalist Andrew Neil.

Q and A: September 17, 2018

News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship
1:03:05
Be part of the conversation as Tony Jones is joined by guests and a studio audience where the public ask the questions. Includes feminist icon and provocateur Germaine Greer and British journalist Andrew Neil.
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.

BtN Newsbreak: September 17, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 3-4, 5-6 News and current affairs
7:00
Find out what's going on in your world with a short, easy to understand, daily news show just for kids.
After a week of parliamentary sittings and with another week to come, Barrie Cassidy speaks with key players and a panel of experts to provide you the essential analysis, opinion, and robust debate to make sense of politics.

Insiders: September 16, 2018

News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship

Years 11-12 News and current affairs, Civics and citizenship
58:36
After a week of parliamentary sittings and with another week to come, Barrie Cassidy speaks with key players and a panel of experts to provide you the essential analysis, opinion, and robust debate to make sense of politics.
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: September 16, 2018

Business and economics, Earth and environment, Sustainability, News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 Business and economics, Earth and environment, Sustainability, News and current affairs
57:49
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.
The outlook might be tough for home owners with mortgages but there are ways to beat the banks; Cloning your pet dog – is it cutting-edge science or barking mad? And Nicole Kidman's great friend, Aussie author Liane Moriarty.

60 Minutes: Bricks and Slaughter/Jurassic Bark/Novel Gazing

News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs
49:19
The outlook might be tough for home owners with mortgages but there are ways to beat the banks; Cloning your pet dog – is it cutting-edge science or barking mad? And Nicole Kidman's great friend, Aussie author Liane Moriarty.
Melissa Doyle leads a team of Australia's best reporters, breaking the stories that matter.

Sunday Night: September 16, 2018

News and current affairs

Years 11-12 News and current affairs
45:27
Melissa Doyle leads a team of Australia's best reporters, breaking the stories that matter.
A highly infectious disease is sweeping the globe, with a rapidly rising death toll. It's the Disease X the World Health Organization warned of. In a hypothetical pandemic an expert panel looks at how Australia would respond.

This is Not a Drill

News and current affairs

Years 9-10, 11-12 News and current affairs
58:59
A highly infectious disease is sweeping the globe, with a rapidly rising death toll. It's the Disease X the World Health Organization warned of. In a hypothetical pandemic an expert panel looks at how Australia would respond.

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