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Thursday May 23, 2013

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Neil Mitchell reveals Ford will pull out of Australia by 2016. Geelong and Broadmeadows plants to close. <i>(Photo: Wayne Taylor)</i>

Neil Mitchell reveals Ford will pull out of Australia by 2016. Geelong and Broadmeadows plants to close. (Photo: Wayne Taylor)

NEWS AND VIEWS

NEIL MITCHELL EXCLUSIVE: Ford plants to close

JOBS TO GO: Workers at Ford have been told they will no longer have jobs with the company after October 2016 after Neil Mitchell exclusively revealed the car manufacturer was planning to close its Australian operations.

THE LATEST NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS

'Suspend Buddy Franklin for a month'

Buddy Franklin NEIL MITCHELL: Buddy should be suspended and fined. He has no respect for women and treats them appallingly. The only way to get it through is to take away what he loves and suspend him for a month.

Gone: Ian Robson leaves Essendon

Ian Robson at today's press conference. ROBSON RESIGNATION: Ian Robson has stood down as chief executive of the Essendon Football Club.

Franklin hung out to dry: Kennett

Lance Franklin has been accused of abusing a women on the weekend. (Picture: Sebastian Costanzo) LANCE FRANKLIN: Former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett says Hawthorn has left Lance Franklin out to dry after reports of misbehaviour at a Chapel Street bar on the weekend.

'Sorry': Warner's unlikely defender

David Warner in Sydney today (Photo: Kate Geraghty). TWITTER TIRADE: One of the journalists targeted by cricketer David Warner in a foul-mouthed Twitter rant says he is disappointed the Test opener was fined.

Mitchell vs Kennett re: penalty rates

Jeff Kennett says politicians need to show leadership. (Picture: Jim Rice) JEFF KENNETT: Penalty rates should be re-aligned according to Jeff Kennett, however Neil Mitchell is adamant that all this does is hurt the livelihood of many people who work overtime and on weekends.

Peter Slipper MP charged with fraud

Peter Slipper LAX CANBERRA: Independent MP Peter Slipper has been formally charged with fraud, but the court case will drag-on until after the federal election.

Ando rates the 'Four Kings' of boxing

Sugar Ray Leonard. (Photo: Charles Rex) WATCH VIDEO: After discussing the 'Golden Age' of boxing, Ross asked Jon Anderson to rank the 'Four Kings', Marvin Hagler, Tommy Hearns, Sugar Ray Leonard and Roberto Duran.

Mother's tears over fatal accident

Justice department COUNTY COURT: The tearful mother of a young man killed by a drunk and speeding P-Plate driver has told the county court of her pain and anger, but says she wishes the driver no harm.

Truck accident: Man fights for life

Police Car YARCK: Police are hunting a truck driver who fled the scene the scene of a crash that has left an elderly man fighting for life.

Most Victorians in jail since 1890

Victorians are being jailed at the highest rate since 1890. (Picture: Dean Osland) JAIL RATE: Victorians are being jailed at the highest rate since 1890 and Professor Arie Freiberg, chairman of the Sentencing Advisory Council says the courts are targeting and coming down harder on those committing the crimes.

CT Scans increase cancer risk

CT Scans increase the risk of cancer in kids. (Picture: Damian White) CT SCANS: A study has shown that kids who undergo CT scans may face a larger risk of cancer later in life. Professor John Mathews, Epidemiologist at the University of Melbourne says there is an increased risk, however it is not significant.

Nathan Lovett-Murray hospitalised

Essendon footballer Nathan Lovett-Murray is believed to be in hospital after being stabbed. <i>(Photo: Sebastian Costanzo)</i> RUMOUR CONFIRMED: Essendon footballer in hospital after alleged stabbing in Reservoir overnight.

Wall collapse, charges possible

Justice law order courts CORONER'S COURT: A coroner has been told charges could be laid following the Swanston Street wall collapse which killed three people.

Ross and John Highlights

Ross and John THURSDAY: A more serious start to show than usual, with news of an horrific attack in a London street, things lightened up with some amusing rumours & a fascinating chat about gold.

Gay Pride Round 'excellent idea'

pride AFL: Football operations manager Mark Evans has supported the idea of an AFL Gay Pride round.

Three injured in army base collision

Ambulance Victoria PUCKAPUNYAL: A major emergency is unfolding at the Puckapunyal Army Base where two tanks have collided, with one trapped, two hospitalised and a further five people injured.

Don't delay adulthood - just grow up

Should the legal drinking age be later? Just grow up, says Tom Elliott. TOM ELLIOTT: So should we bite the bullet and raise the age at which you become an adult?

Thomson MP faces 19 extra charges

Suspended Labor MP Craig Thomson. <i>(Nick Moir)</i> MAGISTRATES' COURT: Nineteen extra charges have been laid against independent MP Craig Thompson, including allegations he used funds to pay for pornographic movies.

Footscray train station stabbing

Man stabbed and another punched in a daylight brawl on a Footscray train platform. CAN YOU HELP?: Man stabbed and another punched in a daylight brawl on a Footscray train platform.

Surely they can't be serious

Charges to use local parks, blokes in dress and tolls on roads we've already paid for...Surely they can't be serious. NEIL MITCHELL: Kids being charged to use local parks to play sport, tolls on roads we have already paid for, the fire services levy rip off, sports betting trainer wheels for punters, dial-a-goon, and dress for blokes. Surely they can't be serious.

Secrets behind terrifying Kong stunt

Neil Mitchell talks to the King Kong stunt actress that terrified him. SLIDESHOW: Neil Mitchell talks to the King Kong stunt actress that terrified him.

UK soldier hacked to death in street

Distressing video of the alleged killer speaking on camera has emerged. <i>(Image: ITV)</i> LONDON: UK reels after an apparent serving soldier was brutally murdered in broad daylight on a London street by two men carrying meat cleavers. See the video of the alleged killer appearing proud of the attack.

Tornado survivor finds missing dog

WATCH VIDEO: Tornado survivor finds missing dog in rubble. WATCH VIDEO: Tornado survivor Barbara Garcia was telling reporters how she was holding her dog as the massive Oklahoma tornado tore through her neighbourhood, lamenting its disappearance. And then, amid the interview, the dog is found.

Places no one has ever heard of

Coral Bay. (Photo: Western Australian Tourism) HAVE YOUR SAY: The 3AW Breakfast program has compiled the following list of beautiful places in Australia that no one has ever heard of. What do you think of the suggestions? Which places would you like to add?

Bus drives into oncoming traffic

VIDEO: Public bus drives into oncoming traffic. WATCH VIDEO: A 3AW Drive listener who was horrified by the antics of a public bus driver has captured footage of the vehicle driving into oncoming traffic.

Major car manufacturer pulling out

Neil Mitchell: A major car manufacturer is pulling out of Australia. <i>(Photo: David Mariuz)</I> JOBS TO GO: Workers at Ford have been told they will no longer have jobs with the company after October 2016 after Neil Mitchell exclusively revealed the car manufacturer was planning to close its Australian operations.

Mark Neeld 'an unmitigated disaster'

Does Mark Neeld's job hang in the balance of Melbourne's bottom-of-ladder battle with GWS? (Photo: Sebastian Costanzo) AFL: Caroline Wilson delivers scathing assessment of the embattled Melbourne coach.

'You'd say that to Jesus?'

A talkback caller evidently opposed to gay marriage thought he might stump Neil Mitchell with a curly question about Jesus Christ walking into his studio. GAY MARRIAGE: Eddie wanted to know what Neil Mitchell would do if Jesus Christ walked into his studio. He was surprised by the response!

Ross and John do Footscray

Ross and John's gastronomical tour. VIDEO: Ela Carte convinces Ross and John to take a Footscray food tour.

Neil negotiates with angry protestor

Flinders Street Station INCREDIBLE AUDIO: You never know what could happen on talkback radio. This morning, Neil Mitchell didn’t expect to take a call from a protestor who was putting his life in danger.

What's on 3AW

Breakfast with Ross and John

Ross and John Ross Stevenson and John Burns entertain listeners with their razor sharp wit and oddball humour every morning. And every day the best segments of their on-air - and sometimes off-air - program are published on 3AW.com.au.

Mornings with Neil Mitchell

Neil Mitchell Neil Mitchell is one of Australia’s most experienced journalists. He sets the Melbourne news agenda every day from 8:30am to 12pm.

Afternoons with Denis Walter

Denis Walter 3AW Afternoons provides a feast of entertainment and helpful information between 12 and 3pm every Monday to Friday. Denis Walter, one of 3AW's favourites, hosts the program each day - with highlights regularly uploaded to 3AW.com.au.

Drive with Tom Elliott

Tom Elliot Take a new way home with Tom Elliott. In an all-new, three-hour Drive Program, Tom Elliott tackles the issues affecting Melbourne, bringing you the latest news, information, opinion and talk back.

3AW's Sports Today

Sports Today Former AFL stars Dwayne Russell and Gerard Healy keep you informed about the game all year round, but particularly in-season. When AFL takes a break, the boys ensure all of your sporting requirements are met.

3AW Football Central

3AW Football - Brian Taylor In 2013, the 3AW Football team is the most experienced and successful in the league. This is your home for all 3AW Footy news, views and analysis. 3AW is Football.

Nightline with Bruce and Phil

Bruce and Phil Now in their 18th year together, Bruce and Phil are as fresh as ever hosting Australia's most listened to Evening Program . Sunday - Thursday from 8pm until Midnight.

3AW Weekends

Darren James - Come and find a bargain on 3AW The 3AW Weekends page incorporates Buy Swap and Sell, the Big Backyard, Streetwise, the Big House, Sunday Morning, Talking Health, Blast From The Past and Melbourne Overnight.

Neil's Pics

Email your picture or video to neilspics@3aw.com.au for your chance to win! Seen Something newsworthy, interesting or funny? Send a video or picture of it to Neil Mitchell! Neil will give away five Nikon S400 Digital Camera thanks to Harvey Norman to the best pictures or videos sent to the program.

Pub of the Week 2013

Pub of the Week 2013 Tony Leonard is back for a 19th year reviewing Melbourne's best pubs. Listen to the famous segment with Neil Mitchell at 11:40 every Friday.

Cleaning guru Shannon Lush

Shannon Lush Shannon Lush is our resident natural product cleaning lady. Do you have any goo that needs removing? Any stubborn stains that won't budge? Shannon will have the answers! Listen to her latest segment now and leave a question for next time.

3AW Food

3AW Food Find Bob Hart's latest recipes, Tony Leonard's Pub of the Week reviews, La Luna Head Chef Adrian Richardson favourite dishes and Ela Carte's weekly reviews.

Andrew McLaren Overnight

Andrew McLaren Andrew McLaren helps Melbourne get through the night with a refreshing edge. From midnight to 5:30am weekdays, he will keep you entertained and informed.

Justin Smith: Sorry, What?

Justin Smith. Senior Producer of the Neil Mitchell program and fill-in Mornings presenter Justin Smith gives his take on the world.

Get mobile with 3AW Apps

3AW Radio Apps Never be without Melbourne's favourite talkback station again.

The Castlereagh Line

Wireless radio LISTEN: Missed your daily dose of compelling radio serial 'The Castlereagh Line'? Catch up on the mystery, scandal and intrigue here, or tune in to Nightline with Bruce & Phil each weeknight.

Movies with Jim Schembri

Jimmy S Jim Schembri is one of Australia's most respected film critics. Click here for all your Jim Schembri film reviews, top ten lists, interviews with Australian and Hollywood talent and much much more.

3AW Online Community

Your turn to get behind the virtual microphone Thanks to the 3AW website, you can now promote your community event, garage sale and basically whatever you want (within reason) to the hundreds of thousands of 3AW web users.

3AW on Twitter

Twitter Logo Constantly on the go? Want to know what's happening in your world? Let 3AW keep you up to speed with the aid of social facilitator Twitter. News, views and the most interactive Twitter feed in Australian media.