Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested as part of investigations into alleged war crimes. Investigative reporter with The Age, Nick McKenzie, broke the story this morning, labelling it an “extraordinary event”. Press PLAY to hear more on the big development Australian Federal Police have just spoken publicly on the arrest. Press PLAY to hear what they […]

Shane McInnes has questioned whether free public transport for a month in Victoria has exposed the flaws within the transport network. The 3AW host highlighted the issues on the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines in particular, as well as the V/Line crowd crush at Southern Cross Station over the long weekend. “Free is great, but only […]

Heidi Murphy has weighed in on publican Andrew Lethlean running for the Nationals for the seat of Bendigo East in November’s state election. The seat has been held by Premier Jacinta Allan since 1999, and the 3AW host thinks it will be a “fascinating watch” later in the year. “This will be an enormous test,” […]

Victoria Police have started a high-intensity, three-week police blitz on Chapel Street, designed to crack down on rising violence and retail crime. Speaking on 3AW Mornings with Heidi Murphy, member for Prahran Rachel Westaway said while “police presence is what everybody is crying out for”, a blitz was not “consistent or regular” enough to fix […]

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has transitioned from a targeted support system for the vulnerable into a program experiencing unprecedented and unsustainable growth. Speaking on 3AW Mornings with Heidi Murphy, shadow minister for the NDIS Melissa McIntosh warned that the scheme’s rapid expansion and systemic “rorts” were threatening its long-term sustainability. Press PLAY to […]

A new ride-share and taxi kiosk trial at Melbourne Airport’s Terminal 1 has sparked significant public outrage.  While the system was intended to curb “price gouging” by offering fixed, prepaid fares, it has instead introduced a wave of complexity and frustration for both international and domestic travellers. Press PLAY to hear why the new ride-share […]