The Front

Health editor Natasha Robinson unpacks research that demonstrates how the system is failing Aboriginal people when it comes to mental illness. 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. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The emotional aftermath of Syria’s brutal regime collapse resonates deeply within the diaspora, sparking both hope and fear. Insurgents now fill the power vacuum left by Assad’s ousting, leading to chaotic celebrations in Damascus. The transformation of Assad from eye doctor to tyrant showcases the devastating human cost of his regime. As regional tensions escalate, neighboring countries scramble to protect their interests, with military actions in play and the shadow of ISIS looming large.

Benjamin Netanyahu condemns the Albanese government after a synagogue firebombing - and Anthony Albanese is spurred to declare the attack ‘terrorism’.  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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack.  Our producer is Kristen Amiet, and our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Porcelain beaches, honeycomb cliffs and a girl in the wilderness: today, meet the winner of our inaugural Australian Fiction Prize.  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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and produced and edited by Jasper Leak, who also wrote our music. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton, Tiffany Dimmack and Stephanie Coombes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Convicted murderer Christopher Michael Dawson says NSW District Court chief judge Sarah Huggett made ‘errors’ in convicting him for the grooming and abuse of a 16-year-old schoolgirl.  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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can Australia offer the Pacific that China can’t? Rugby league. Today, why our ‘soft diplomacy’ means taxpayers will fund a $600 million PNG rugby league side. 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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Original music is composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian’s Editor-At-Large Paul Kelly unpacks the PM’s brilliant strategic mind – and asks if he’s the right person for the top job.  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. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fresh conflict in Syria has pushed the Middle East to the brink. Our expert unpacks who’s involved – and what they’re fighting for. 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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet, and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou, and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tensions rise as the Prime Minister clashes with his Environment Minister over salmon farming in Tasmania. The podcast delves into how this battle reflects deeper issues within the Labor Party, particularly following recent cabinet shifts. It highlights the struggles of navigating environmental reforms while balancing economic interests. Local education and community stability also come into play amidst industrial uncertainty, raising stakes for the PM ahead of upcoming elections. Ecological conservation versus economic pressure is at the forefront of this political saga.

Yayoi Kusama dominates the art world from her home, a psychiatric facility in Japan. Today, why she’s on a career high.    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. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey and produced and edited by Jasper Leak. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Stephanie Coombes. Original music is by Jasper Leak.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.