The Quicky

Two people have been charged after a tragic shooting accident claimed the life of a nine-year-old boy near Goulburn, in southern New South Wales; Australia is facing a maths crisis, and it’s not just students feeling the pressure; The helicopter that crashed into New York’s Hudson River last week, killing all six people has been found to have had no flight recorders on board; Mickey Rourke has left Celebrity Big Brother after a heated altercation with Chris Hughes, which producers said was the "final straw" following repeated bad behaviour; Coachella 2025 happened in the Colorado Desert over the weekend and as always, celebrities were everywhere, and the performances were unforgettable.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Behind Dubai's glittering facade of luxury and influencer lifestyles lies a dark reality for women who find themselves caught in dangerous situations at private parties. Plus, as Netflix announces the leads for a new Pride and Prejudice adaptation and filming continues for a reworked Wuthering Heights, we're asking if we really need more versions of the beloved classics. And in headlines today Labor announced a $1000 immediate tax write off for work expenses, a further 1000,000 homes for first home buyers & the expansion of the 5% deposit scheme; The coalition announced a first home buyer scheme where the interest on the first $5650,000 of their mortgage will be tax deductible when buying a new home; Dignitaries mark 1 year since the Bondi Junction stabbing attack; Health experts are calling on all Aussies to get a flu jab as 2025 records more cases of Influenza B than at the same time in recent years; Matilda's star Mary Fowler has injured her knee in the Man City semi final clash with Man United Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests:  Nicole Madigan, Mamamia's Senior Features Writer Tina Burke, Mamamia's Entertainment Editor  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back for another weekend edition of good news for your listening pleasure.  This week Claire Murphy and Taylah Strano share the smile-worth stories they couldn't stop thinking about; from nostalgia-fuelled scent research to a very unserious conversation about a certain coverboy's new ad campaign.  Listen to WELL. here  THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has supported Reserve Bank Governor Michele Bullock’s view that Australia is in a strong position to handle the impact of Donald Trump’s US tariffs; A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River, killing all six people on board after it broke apart midair; Australia’s youngest convicted murderer is back in custody just weeks after being released under strict supervision; Great news for Pride and Prejudice fans: Netflix has just announced its new Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Tahli Blackman Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Bondi Junction stabbings, we remember the six lives lost on that devastating Saturday afternoon and the stories of those who were taken too soon. Plus, with a coronial inquest set to begin later this month, 7NEWS Anchor Angela Cox helps us understand how this event changed our community forever and what questions still need to be answered. And in news headlines today The coalition says they will wind back the scheme to lower emissions from Australian cars if they win at the election; Polling shows the coalition may be at risk of losing more seats; An Australian girls is believed to have died at a cooking school fire in Singapore; A bill that saw a NZ MP break out into the Haka in parliament last year, has been defeated 112 to 11; Andrew Tate is the subject of a civil case int he UK, court documents show women accusing him of physical and sexual assault and threats including the use of a gun. Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests:  Angela Cox, 7News Anchor Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Australian stock market experienced a significant boost after US President Donald Trump announced a temporary pause on tariffs; Rural and regional Australia could share in billions of dollars to fill gaps in critical infrastructure, childcare and health services; Australians with a passion for trading cards, coins and collectables have built fortunes big and small; And Lady Gaga has announced her first tour in Australia in 11 years.  The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you're one of the 15 million people who sent their DNA to 23andMe, your genetic information could soon be up for sale as the company faces bankruptcy, we investigate what this means for your privacy. Plus, we're unpacking that wild White Lotus season three finale and looking ahead to what's in store for season four. And in news headlines today US President Donald Trump has paused some tariffs for 90 days while raising those on China to 125%; The coalition has given two different timeline for when their gas policy would impact Australian household power bills; Green leader Adam Bandt says if Labor needs their help to win government, they'll need to rethink negative gearing; Michelle Obama says she and Barack aren't getting a divorce she's just in a position she can now make decisions on her own. Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests:   Dr Megan Prictor, Senior Lecturer in Health, Law & Emerging Technologies at Melbourne Law School.  Cass Green, Mamamia's Morning Editor Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Opposition leader Peter Dutton has confirmed his father suffered a heart attack before the first leaders’ debate of the election campaign; The Australian Securities Exchange is once again in freefall; Meghan Markle has released the first episode of her new podcast Confessions of a Female Founder; American biotech company Colossal Biosciences says it has produced three once-extinct wolves, known as ‘Dire Wolves’. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Cass Green Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just three weeks until the federal election, both leaders are making major policy shifts while an unprecedented number of voters remain undecided. Plus, in an Australian first, we examine a landmark ruling that's changing how our legal system approaches domestic violence cases. If you or someone you know needs support, contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. And in today's headlines the audience has given Anthony Albanese the win in the first leaders debate of the federal election 44% to 35%'; Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky claims Chinese citizens have been captured fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine; Prince Harry is back in the UK fighting the decision to remove his security; Madonna and Elton have ended their decades long feud and may collaborate on a new song. See more about RizeUp Australia here Tell us what's important to you this election: Take the Mamamia Votes survey here THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCH Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS  Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests:  Tim Lester, 7News Politics & National Security Correspondent  Executive Producer: Taylah Strano  Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of NSW public hospital doctors have begun a three-day strike, pleading for better pay and conditions; Australia's unemployment rate risks shooting up as an escalating trade war slams the brakes on the world economy; The Israeli military says an initial investigation into the killing of 15 emergency workers in the south of the Gaza Strip last month shows that the incident occurred "due to a sense of threat"; The King and Queen have released three official 20th wedding anniversary photographs before their big day The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS  Host/Producer: Nicole Madigan Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.