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Sunrise
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From Channel 7's popular breakfast show with Natali Barr and Matt Shirvington, Sunrise brings you the show's latest news, entertainment and human-interest stories.
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Brisbane's Banh Mi Factory wins Queensland's best
4d ago00:04:06Tap to summarizeLisa Pham from the Banh Mi Factory in Brisbane has won Queensland's Best Banh Mi award as part of the All The Best Awards, which received over 70,000 votes across 15 categories. The family-run Vietnamese restaurant, established by Lisa's parents who came to Australia as refugees in the 1980s, serves approximately 1,000 banh mi across three Brisbane Northside locations daily. The winning banh mi features a crispy-outside, soft-inside bread roll filled with homemade pate and mayo spreads, pickled vegetables, char-grilled meats, and their specialty crispy roast pork.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Man honours late grandmother with Lamborghini joy rides for elderly
4d ago00:03:23Tap to summarizeGranBorghini is a UK initiative founded by Mark Cody that takes elderly people for rides in his Lamborghini to combat loneliness and bring joy to their lives. After losing his grandmother to suicide five years ago, Mark left his tech job to fulfil a promise he made to her and now provides thrilling experiences to seniors like Betty Tyen. The project has gained international attention for showing that life can remain exciting regardless of age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Knife crime concerns spark calls for expanded police powers
4d ago00:02:57Tap to summarizeKnife crime incidents have occurred across three Australian states in recent weeks, including stabbings at a Queensland shopping centre, two separate Melbourne locations, and a Chinese restaurant on the NSW Central Coast. Former Detective Superintendent Rob Critchlow notes that statistics show knife crime and violent crime are trending downward, though concerns remain high. Jack's Law, which provides police with metal-detecting wand powers to search for concealed weapons, is being implemented in some areas, with advocates calling for nationwide expansion of these police powers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Queensland caravan show offers major prize
4d ago00:03:22Tap to summarizeThe Let's Go Queensland Caravan and Camping Super Show runs from Thursday through Sunday at the Brisbane Showgrounds, featuring caravans, camping equipment, and outdoor lifestyle demonstrations. Visitors can win a Hilltop caravan valued at over $86,000 by scanning seven QR codes throughout the venue, with free train travel available between the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast. Creek to Coast host Scotty Hillier and outdoor cooking demonstrator Mick showcase campfire cooking techniques and the RV lifestyle at the event.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →El Niño weather event threatens Australia with extreme heat
4d ago00:03:19Tap to summarizeAustralia faces an impending El Niño weather event that will bring hotter and drier conditions, increasing bushfire and drought risks across the country. The weather pattern, caused by warming Pacific Ocean temperatures shifting away from Australia, could last up to eight years and will intensify through winter and spring. Northern Territory already shows extreme conditions, with recent flooding giving way to rapidly drying landscapes as the dry season takes hold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →The cost of raising big families in Australia
4d ago00:02:50Tap to summarizeAustralia's birth rate has reached a record low, with families of three, four or five children becoming increasingly rare. Soaring housing costs, childcare bills and everyday expenses are cited as major factors influencing parents to limit family size to one or two children. The shift represents a stark contrast to previous generations where families of seven to twelve children were common.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Seattle driver takes SUV on 400-metre light rail journey
4d ago00:00:44Tap to summarizeA 70-year-old woman in Seattle drove her SUV onto light rail tracks and travelled nearly 400 metres before becoming stuck near a station. The incident forced authorities to shut down power to the line while crews worked to remove the vehicle, bringing the city's light rail network to a standstill and leaving commuters stunned.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Tasmanian devil Mary escapes Gold Coast wildlife park
4d ago00:00:31Tap to summarizeA two-year-old Tasmanian devil named Mary has escaped from her quarantine enclosure at a Gold Coast wildlife park after making an extraordinarily high leap. CCTV footage has captured her daring escape on Tuesday morning, prompting an expanded search operation. Authorities are using thermal imaging equipment and food traps to locate and recapture the endangered animal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →US proposes 12.5% tariff on Australia over forced labour claims
4d ago00:01:11Tap to summarizeThe United States has proposed a 12.5% tariff on Australia, the European Union, and 58 other countries, alleging they are allowing goods made with forced labour into their supply chains. Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell has rejected the claims as unjustified and inconsistent with the free trade agreement, stating Australia already has robust legislation addressing forced labour and modern slavery. The proposed tariffs come as Donald Trump's existing temporary 10% tariffs are set to expire next month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Lolly shop replaces inflatables with human advertising
4d ago00:00:47Tap to summarizeA lolly shop in the United States has replaced inflatable tube advertising with real employees performing wacky, waving movements outside the store to attract customers. The unconventional marketing tactic features staff members mimicking the bendable, attention-grabbing motions typically associated with inflatable advertising tubes, creating a humorous and memorable shopping experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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