The Front

Former federal Liberal treasurer Josh Frydenberg seems like a man destined to return to politics as he unleashes a furious tirade against Anthony Albanese, accusing the government of standing by while anti-Semitic hatred and radicalisation gripped Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the aftermath of the Bondi beach massacre, some of the loudest performative mourners were people who’ve spent the years since October 7, 2023, demonising Israel and Zionists. Read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou.  Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cops with handguns were shot while taking down a gunman with a rifle: that's NSW Premier Chris Minns' passionate response to criticisms of police actions at the Bondi Beach massacre. Plus, the alleged gunman’s links to Islamic State revealed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Editor-at-large Paul Kelly says the Bondi Beach massacre is a much greater challenge for Anthony Albanese than the choice John Howard faced after the 1996 Port Arthur slaughter. Kelly - the doyenne of Australian political journalists - says the violent manifestation of evil anti-Semitism can only be tackled with bold, whole-of-society reform.  Read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

National Cabinet will meet to consider tougher firearm restrictions in the aftermath of the Bondi Beach antisemitic massacre, as the Department of Home Affairs scrambles to fast-track visas for Jewish mourners to attend imminent funerals. Political editor Geoff Chambers joins us to talk about why Anthony Albanese has been slow to act on anti-Semitism and where he takes it from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police declare a terrorist incident and are raiding homes after Jewish community events and a glorious beach day were shattered by a horrifying mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday evening. At least twelve people are dead and more injured including two police officers. One alleged offender is dead and the other in a serious condition in hospital, according to police.  Follow this breaking story live at theaustralian.com.au This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Jasper Leak. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Stephanie Coombes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne's low-key superstar Ben Abraham has written monster hits and performed at the GRAMMYs. He also started a tradition of wildly popular Christmas gigs co-starring his famous mates performing new music and classic carols.  Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. The weekend edition of The Front is co-produced by Claire Harvey and Jasper Leak. The host is Claire Harvey. Audio production and editing by Jasper Leak who also composed our theme.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A trustee will take over Brittany Higgins’ financial affairs, as her husband faces bankruptcy proceedings of his own. Plus, football legend Stephen Silvagni says he's determined to help son Tom clear his name after a rape conviction. Also, the parliamentary expenses scandal drags in another senior minister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through 13 years with motor neurone disease, AFL legend and Big Freeze founder Neale Daniher has honed a remarkable philosophy for living. Today, we hear his message in Neale’s own voice, brought to life by AI technology.  Read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey with Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese won’t say if his government will make changes to parliamentary travel entitlements. Plus, a big change to US travel and the Justice who convicted Dawson hangs up his wigSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.