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The Update from Nova Podcasts brings you the latest Australian and world news: from politics to sport and entertainment headlines. Releasing 3 times a day.


Listen to us in your smart speaker by asking for: Nova news flash briefing.

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New hate speech and gun laws pass Parliament in the wake of the Bondi Terror Attack Grave fears for the 12-year-old boy attacked by a shark in Sydney Harbour on Sunday Canadian tourist found dead on a beach on K'gari identified And Sir David Beckham dodges questions over Beckham family feud   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Labor's hate-crime laws as well as tighter gun reforms have passed their first parliamentary hurdle. Additional drones and drum line technology are being used to monitor shark activity at beaches across Sydney. And Fans are leaping to the defence of Victoria BeckhamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Federal Government is on track to pass new hate speech reforms today Beaches across Sydney are closed after three shark attacks in just two days Mystery surrounds the death of a Canadian tourist on K'gari And Prince Harry is in the UK for his legal battle with the taboildsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There have been emotional scenes, as federal parliament returns early to honour the victims of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. There's been another shark attack on a Sydney beach. And The country singer at the centre of the Keith Urban romance rumours has set the record straight.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Politicians return to Canberra for a special siting of Parliament following the Bondi Terror Attack  The major parties suffer a dip in the polls in the latest polls A teenager is fighting for life in hospital following a shark attack in Sydney Harbour And a trade war is brewing as Donald Trump threatens more tariffs on European nations  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The government has been forced to split its proposed reforms bill due to a lack of support NSW on flood watch as heavy rain continues Support for Australia Day gains groundSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The President has warned countries who oppose a US takeover of Greenland, they could be slapped with more tariffs More wild weather to lash NSW Steve Smith stars in Sydney Big Bash DerbySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The P-M insists he is open to hearing proposed changes to the hate speech and gun reform changes. The E Safety Commissioner says data on the government's world-leading social media ban, is positive.  And Hillary Duff is back with new music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Victoria hit by flash flooding and record rain, just days after devastating bushfires Heroes of Bondi Terror Attack given keys to the city  Millions of social media accounts deactivated in the wake of the ban for under 16s And four astronauts splash back down to Earth after medica issueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Federal Government's hate speech reforms are in jeopardy -- after the Greens joined the Coalition in rejecting the changes. Iran has re-opened its airspace despite escalating tensions with the US. And  Yungblud calls for support for Iran from his fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The US has started withdrawing troops from bases across Middle East, in a sign there could be an escalation in the violence in Iran Future of footbridge at the centre of the Bondi Terror Attack to be discussed at a council meeting tonight Central Queensland braces for more wet weather And sport fans to register for the ticket draw ahead of the LA Olympic GamesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Concerns over Federal governments reforms prepared in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. Donald Trump has warned Iran to "behave" And Trevor Noah named to host the Grammy's Again.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Focus now shifts to the footbridge at the centre of the Bondi Terror Attack, one month on from the violence Thousands remain without power in Victoria in wake of bushfire emergency  Australia's largest neo-Nazi group set to disband And cost of sending your kid to school revealed  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The P-M has announced - a National Day of Mourning will be held next week in the wake of the Bondi terror attack. Adelaide Writers Week has been cancelled amid controversy. And Is Harry Styles gearing up for another NYC residency?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bushire Threat Eases

Bushire Threat Eases

2026-01-1203:59

Bushfires burning at an Emergency Level in Victoria downgraded to a Watch and Act as threat eases Central Queensland battered by heavy rain and flash flooding Politicians prepare to return to parliament early to pass hate speech and gun reform laws And Aussies throw their support behind hero police officer Inspector Amy ScottSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal Parliament will be re-called next week -- so new hate speech and gun laws can be debated. Donald Trump says the leaders of Iran have called him to negotiate as tensions escalate with the U-S. And Aussie actress Rose Byrne takes home a Golden Globe.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bushfire emergency gripping Victoria turns deadly with a body found near the Longwood fire ground While flood warnings remain place across north Queensland, as ex-Tropical Cyclone Koji wreaks havoc Moving scenes in Bondi as the Jewish mourning period comes to an end And Hollywood's biggest named prepare to walk the red carpet for the Golden GlobesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wild Weather Continues

Wild Weather Continues

2026-01-1003:43

Fires Continue To Burn In Victoria Residents Face Anxious Wait North Queensland Cyclone To Make Landfall Philippines Rescue Efforts  Oscar Piastri Spotted in Noosa Sydney Thunder Go Down To The Brisbane Heat  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Out Of Control Bushfires Damage Multiple Homes Three People Remain Unaccounted For Thousands Remain Without Power Total Fire Ban In 8 Parts of NSW  VW Vehicle Recall Mitchell Starc Named Player Of The Ashes Series See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese defends his choice of former High Court Justice Virginia Bell. A study shows a drop in male undergraduate teachers in Australia. RIO TINTO and GLENCORE are in talks for a potential all-share merger. A 40 member Powerball syndicate worth over 10 million dollars still unclaimed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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