Anthony Albanese’s created a minister for the republic - but is anyone in the mood? Politics guru Paul Kelly with a reality check.

Plus, the Dawson trial resumes with gripping evidence, including from a fairy entertainer who befriended JC.

And, a whopping rate rise from the nervous Reserve Bank.

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The Gumnut Fairy gives evidence, and Albo’s republic