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PM staffer sparks Canberra protest?
The Prime Minister has been left embarrassed, with revelations her media advisor leaked the whereabouts of Tony Abbott to protesters sparking ugly scenes on Australia Day. John Stanley on the political fallout.
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Reducing law & order to slogans
John Stanley is critical of recent slogans reporting on changes flagged to the way criminals are sentenced from Attorney General Greg Smith. Why reducing law & order to simple slogans doesn't benefit the community.
Albanese's 'borrowed lines' gaffe
Labor frontbencher Anthony Albanese is continuing to cop heat for using snippets of a Hollywood Movie in a press club address. Caught out by Lyndal Curtis who talks to John Stanley about the Transport Minister's gaffe.
Youth don't want to get hands dirty?
John Stanley reveals that youth unemployment may be on the rise, but the federal government is considering importing thousands of overseas bartenders, chefs and waiters to fill the jobs locals won’t do.
Anger: Aboriginal activists under fire
Aboriginal activists are under fire after a violent protest in Canberra. Jason Morrison speaks with Opposition Leader Tony Abbott about the venom of the protest, and his views on the Aboriginal tent embassy.
Driver training for all high schools?
Learner driver should be taught at school, long before they hit the roads, in driver defence schools where they can gain valuable experience. Tim Webster looks at recent road statistics, and says training should begin early.
It's back to school for students
Back to school, and it's school days for the first time for many. What can families do to ease the worries and concerns of children beginning school, or those starting high school? David Oldfield with a few great tips.
Sydney shooting spree continues
Up to seven shots have been fired in Sydney's latest shooting at Guildford. A man, who is known to police, is in Westmead Hospital with at least two-gun shot wounds to his leg, after being attacked outside his home.
Sam Moran: thankful for support
Former yellow Wiggle Sam Moran remains tight-lipped about his demise, but has words of encouragement for his saddened fans. Tim Webster with 2UE News' Keegan Buzzer on the support from fans young & older.
Become a tech savvy parent
Children are marvelous with technology and appear to pick up the latest gadget and make it work. But, Tim Webster looks at how do you can keep up, becoming a tech savvy parent ahead of back to school.
Father Chris Riley thanks NSW
Father Chris Riley has been named Australian of the Year for NSW and he speaks with 2UE's Jason Morrison about the nomination. Voted #1 in our recent webpoll, it's Father Chris' sixth nomination for Australian of the Year.
Geoffrey Rush Australian of the Year
Acclaimed actor and arts supporter Geoffrey Rush has been named Australian of the Year 2012 at a public event on the lawns of Parliament House in Canberra. PM Julia Gillard congratulated him on the honour.
Racist for flying the Aussie flag?
Are you a racist for flying the Aussie flag on Australia Day? Paul Murray looks flying flags and the research that has many outraged. Not years of research, but a team with clipboards interviewing only 110 people. Have Your Say!
L-plater not behind Hume accident?
Investigations into the horrific crash on the Hume continue, as police reveal an L-Plate driver was not in the way of the truck. A caller to 2UE reveals what they saw & Jason Morrison looks at scrapping the limits for learners.
Unleaded ban: how you'll be slugged
NSW will ban regular unleaded fuel and replace it with ethanol blend E10, despite independent advice not to go ahead with the move. Jason Morrison reveals the ban will lead to a rise in the cost of ethanol fuel.
Barbara Holborow: child advocate
Barbara Holborow, senior Australian of the Year nominee for service to the community, talks with Tim Shaw on her work as Children's court magistrate and with organisations promoting the welfare rights of children.
Reserve rate cut anticipated
The Reserve Bank is expected to cut interest rates in a bid to boost spending, as latest figures show inflation is under control. Ben Jarmin from JP Morgan says the latest inflation figures aren't really that surprising.
President Obama: State of the Union
United States President Barack Obama has made a pitch for economic fairness in his election year State of the Union address. Richard Arnold reports on how the President is pitching to the American people on jobs.
Grunting and groaning tennis rules?
The screeching and screaming, grunting and groaning of women tennis players is again hot topic of conversation around the water cooler. Annoying? Jason Morrison & Gibbsy on new rules on interference for tennis.
Academy Awards announced in LA
Merryl Streep and George Clooney among the nominees for the Academy Awards, but there are only a handful of Aussies in the running. Jason Morrison & Richard Arnold on the movies topping the Oscar nominations.
Policy? We got it wrong is best?
"We got it wrong", is it just too hard for the Gillard government to say, rather than make up excuses? Jason Morrison says it would be easier to admit their mistakes, rather than go through excuses for immigration policy.
Macquarie adds new words for 2012
Devo, Photo-bomb, Fracking and Planking are new words added to the Macquarie Dictionary for this year, but what do they mean? Jason Morrison gets the lowdown on the latest jargon now considered acceptable.
No confidence in PM's cling to power?
David Oldfield reveals why the federal opposition has signaled the prime minister's backing of embattled Labor MP Craig Thomson may prompt a parliamentary vote of no confidence in the Gillard Labor government.
Tragic crash closes Hume highway
Three people have been killed in a car that was flattened by a truck in a smash on the Hume Highway in Sydney's southwest. 2UE News Reporter Sarah Morice describes the horror scene near Menangle.
Why you'll pay a high price for petrol
Confidential cabinet minutes show the NSW government agreed to ban unleaded petrol and replace it with ethanol fuel, despite being told it would push up petrol prices. Jason Morrison questions the motives of the move.
Magistrate O'Shane angers Ambo's
Ambulance Paramedics have expressed anger at a ruling by controversial Magistrate Pat O'Shane, who threw out an assault case against an African man, who hit an Ambulance officer who was trying to help him.
Should we be able to vote for judges?
In light of the controversies surrounding Magistrate Pat O'Shane, should Australians be able to vote for their judges like in some states of the US. David Oldfield on the possibility with Professor Andrew Lynch.
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