Until recently, Dharug was considered a sleeping language, but grassroots activists like Carina Norman and Jasmine Seymour have set about having the language taught in schools. Today, they share a Dharug word which means ‘to look’ and discuss the different ways you might use that word.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Ziggy Ramo's latest work, Human? A lie that has been killing us since 1788, attempts to bridge a nation-wide knowledge gap. One he says stems from the lie that 97 per cent of the population of so-called Australia are human, and the rest of us are ‘Indigenous’ - devoid of the same basic rights. He hopes being honest about the past might lead to more…

A superhero origin story would absolutely be 12 years in a cage and then set free by secretive criminals. That’s the story of Flaco, the Eurasian Eagle Owl, released from his vandalised cage in Central Park Zoo, New York City. He turned up in the middle of an intersection nearby, looking dazed and people in the know thought, ‘This is going to end b…

Jane Harrison's 1998 play Stolen has been given a new life through the Sydney Theatre Company's latest production. Set in the backdrop of the society who wanted them erased, the five characters are part of the stolen generation, who's lives are forever changed by their childhood experiences. Guest: Stephanie Somerville…

A major mission that's underway: is a Chinese spacecraft heading back to Earth, carrying the first ever samples from the far side of the Moon.So, why are these samples so significant? And who will be able to study them? Guest: Dr Jonathan Webb, ABC Science Editor Brainteaser (answer in the audio):What could come next in this sequence:Canberra, Brus…

The Big Weekend of Books kicks off tomorrow and runs across the weekend on RN and on the ABC listen app. Host of RN's Blueprint for Living, Jonathan Green joined RN Breakfast to discuss what to expect Guest:Jonathan GreenAustralian Broadcasting Corporation

States and Territories have launched a joint plea to the commonwealth to urgently boost health funding as systems around the country come under strain. Every jurisdiction's health minister has signed a joint letter ahead of a meeting with the federal health minister today. New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park joined RN Breakfast to discuss. Gu…

What actually shapes young men's ideas of masculinity in the current world and the so-called 'status bro', and how can we bring them to the table?Dr Zac Seidler told RN Breakfast we need to move away from "the alarmist language of a crisis of masculinity" which isn't helping. He says young men are struggling and we need to find a way forward and a …

In rugby league, the try of the year helped the Dolphins to a thrilling two-point win over the Sharks last night. In swimming, the celebrations continued at the Olympic trials in Brisbane last night. Kaylee McKeown set the second fastest time ever in the 200 metres backstroke. And In netball, the Queensland Firebirds and coach Bec Bulley part compa…

China's second in charge Premier Li is set to arrive in Australia. What are we expecting from the trip? And a Senate Inquiry report into consultancy firms came out this week has prompted calls for a crackdown. It comes as an inquiry has been set up by the watchdog to review the NACC's decision not to investigate Robodebt. Political Editor for news.…

A 14-month inquiry into the big 4 consulting firms in Australia brought to light some pretty shocking revelations about the industry and the public service's dependence on them. The report makes 12 recommendations putting the ball in the government's court to crack down further on the industry. Katy Gallagher, Minister for Finance says the Governme…

A new report from the 'Online Hate Prevention Institute' shows that since the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel - and the ongoing war in Gaza there has been a dramatic rise in online hate in Australia. Dr Andre Oboler, the CEO of the Online Hate Prevention Institute told RN Breakfast there has been a concerning spike of Anti-Islamic-uslim and Anti-…

The second most powerful man in China - Premier Li Qiang will arrive in Australia tomorrow for a four day visit, the first of its kind in seven years. Panda diplomacy aside, it looks like Australia's relationship with China is on the up, with trade, investment, and potentially the return of Australian lobsters to the Chinese market. Guest: Geoff Ra…

Six decades after Elvis did it, music mega-star Jin from K-pop boy-band BTS has just been discharged from mandatory military service and is planning his return to the stage. So how has the K-pop industry changed while his been away. Reporter: Luke Siddham DundonAustralian Broadcasting Corporation

As voters in the UK prepare to vote in a general election on July 4th, a new report 'Damaged Politics', suggests trust and confidence in the UK's politics and election system has never been worse. UK election expert Sir John Curice wrote the report and spoke to RN Breakfast about the dire state of UK politics. Guest: Professor Sir John Curtice…

In New Caledonia, French President Emmanuel Macron has suspended controversial proposed voting reforms. There are hopes it will bring calm to the country, which has been rocked by deadly protests for the last month. Nine people died during riots that broke out across the archipelago, with the reforms interpreted by many Indigenous Kanaks as an atte…

President Joe Biden has signed a 10-year security agreement with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The deal could serve as a precursor to Ukraine eventually securing NATO membership, and it aims to commit future US administrations to support Ukraine, even if Donald Trump wins the November election. Guest: Ben Hodges, Retired Lieutenant Gener…

Bangarra's latest showcase Horizon brings together the two of the world's First Nations.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

This week a teenager was arrested and released pending further inquiries for allegedly circulating explicit deepfake nude images of more than 50 students from Bacchus Marsh Grammar in Melbourne. While the eSafety Commissioner is calling for better digital safeguards in AI technology design and deployment to prevent misuse, questions are also being …

Tasmania's public education system is in serious trouble and needs "major reform", according to the Vice Chancellor of the state's only university. Newly released data shows Tasmania's Year 12 attainment rate has slumped to 53 per cent - well below the national average of 76 per cent. So can the State turn itself around to educate and upskill the w…

The federal government is being urged to ban political donations from the big four consulting firms after another damning report in the wake of a string of scandals involving PwC and other major firms. Yesterday's senate report recommended PwC reveal the names of those responsible for a breach of confidential government information.…

The Chief Political Editor for 9News Charles Croucher joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

In a national first, the South Australian government will introduce a ban on all political donation, in time for the next State election. SA Premier, Peter Malinauskas says that donations distract politicians from issues they should be focussing their attention on. He told RN Breakfast the likelihood of a politicians election shouldn't "depend upon…

Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Modular homes are being built at scale in countries like Germany, with Australia also considering production as way to quickly build homes in the middle of a housing shortage. The Government is today hosting a roundtable to talk about the role prefabricated homes could play, with Minister for Industry Ed Husic telling RN Breakfast while there are c…

While the Liberal party clarifies its position on abandoning the 2030 emissions targets, some in the Nationals party are pushing to leave the Paris agreement entirely. Nationals MP Keith Pitt told RN Breakfast that "all options should be on the table". He says the "priority has to be the Australian nation and not the United Nations" and he wants to…

In 2022 there was an out pouring of emotion when the 'For Sale' signs were erected across Ramsey Street and Neighbours disappeared from TV screens after 37 years. But the soap's brief hiatus gave researchers a once in a generation opportunity to study how we react when a program we cherish comes to an end. Guest: Dr Adam Gerace, College of Psycholo…

France's Republicans party, the main centre-right force that was long a party of government, may or may not have a leader. The party has voted to oust its chief after he announced a deal with Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally party, but he's defiantly insisting he's still in the post. Guest: Natanael Bloch, Former advisor in Nicolas Sarkozy'…

Renewed climate conflict has ignited in parliament and is galvanising climate activists election plans. Businessman Simon Homes a Court is the founder of Climate 200. He told RN Breakfast that Opposition leader Peter Dutton "nailing his colours to the mast" on emissions reductions targets has made Climate 200 jobs easier. It comes as the group reve…

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Qatar with Gaza mediators to push the US backed ceasefire deal.While it remains unclear if Israel will publicly back the plan, Blinken claims Hamas has proposed "unworkable" changes. Alon Liel, former director general of Israel's Foreign Ministry says it's of "crucial importance" Australia recognises the P…

How can a cellist play and conduct an orchestra all at once?Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The Victorian city of Ballarat has seen a number of high-profile cases of gender-based violence including the alleged murders of three local women. Recently, 60 school students from 12 secondary colleges came together to share ideas that focused on the role young people can play in tackling this issue. Guests: Karen Snidson, Principal of Phoenix Co…

WARNING: This story discusses incidents of self-harm and contains the name of an Indigenous person who has died.An inquiry into the death in custody of an Indigenous teenager at Perth's Casuarina Prison in October last year has cleared prison officers of serious misconduct, but identified significant failures that led to his death. Sixteen year old…

It had a head like a wolf, legs like a kangaroo, stripes like a tiger, and a pouch like a koala. The thylacine is described as the world's rarest, most elusive animal but is it gone for good or is this the greatest game of hide and seek. Guest: Tim Noonan, journalist and film-maker, Hunt for Truth: Tasmanian Tiger is available on SBS On Demand…

Australia wants to be a renewable energy superpower, and in the global race for new opportunities Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said he wants "Australia to be in it to win it". But in the excited rush to spin up clean, green renewables and with rivers of government cash already flowing into a number of projects, is there enough pause to think…

In football, another clean sheet for the Socceroos against Palestine last night.In swimming, another Tasmanian joins Ariarne Titmus at the Paris Olympics. In the AFL, Norm Smith Medallist Christian Petracca has had surgery after he suffered a lacerated spleen in the loss to Collingwood.Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield br…

More than 300 former staff of Bonza Airlines now have a nervous wait to see if they will receive their entitlements after being sacked yesterday. The regional airline entered into voluntary administration at the end of April after its aircraft were suddenly repossessed. Guest: Steven Reed, Manager of Industrial relations with the Flight Attendants'…

The government has officially announced China's Premier will visit Australia on Saturday - the first time since 2017 - how important is this trip? The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age David Crowe joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.Guest: David Crowe…

A resurrection of the debate over nuclear power and an abandonment of the 2030 emissions targets by the Coalition has reignited the climate wars. Independent MP, Zoe Daniel says that the Coalition not putting a target on emissions reductions is "a return to the politics of fear". While Liberal MP, Keith Wolahan says headlines have been "selective" …

Queensland will be tipped into deficit as the state's Labor government fights to extend its nine years in power with a big-spending, pre-election budget. The state's Treasurer Cameron Dick yesterday unveiled $11-billion in cost-of-living relief including energy rebates, cuts to public transport fares, and changes to stamp duty for first home buyers…

Still fresh from the pandemic, with major wars and politics filling our social media feeds, its not hard to find misinformation online. A new Australian study suggests the onus to counter misinformation should be on the user, with a strategy called self certification.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

In recent years countries like India and Japan have embarked on lunar missions, while billionaries and private companies are also engaging in space travel. And while international law does exist for what happens in space, and crucially on the moon, is it time for a rethink? Guest:Michelle Hanlon, space lawyer and founder of For All Moonkind…

Researchers in the United States have discovered that African Elephants have individual names for each other that they can recognise and respond to, just like humans. Biologists made the breakthrough using a type of AI to detect the different sounds used by Elephants. Guest:Dr Joyce Poole, Scientific Director, Elephant Voices…

A jury in the US State of Delaware has found Hunter Biden, the son of US President Joe Biden, guilty on three charges relating to the illegal purchase a gun. Prosecutors argued Hunter Biden lied when he signed a form declaring that he was not using or addicted to illegal drugs when he bought the gun in 2014. Guest: Norm Eisen, former White House et…

Led by one-time politician and trailblazing frontman Peter Garrett, Midnight Oil helped shape modern Australia with power rock anthems. The band's extraordinary story has now hit the screens in a world premiere documentary called 'Midnight Oil: The Hardest Line', which opened the Sydney Film Festival last week. Guest: Paul Clarke, Executive Produce…

In the 400 metre freestyle heats, Ariarne Titmus came close to breaking her own world record - and easily booked herself a ticket to Paris. Her father Steve Titmus told RN Breakfast her preparation has been "absolutely fantastic". He says the family "know's when Arni's on" and they've developed "a sense" of how well her race is going to go. Feature…

Politicians in Canada have reportedly been covertly working with foreign agents, with serious allegations of treason. The revelations come from a national security committee report. Guest: Zi-Ann Lum, reporter with Politico, covering Canadian federal politics.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

The UN Security Council has adopted a US-drafted ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. 14 council members voted in favour, with only Russia abstaining. Guest: Barbara Bodine, Former American Ambassador to YemenAustralian Broadcasting Corporation

Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Nine Entertainment's new chair Catherine West will be steering the company through a review of its culture and allegations of problematic and inappropriate behaviour at high levels, after Peter Costello's immediate resignation. But how hard is it going to be change a culture that has often embraced a boys club mentality? Guest:Peter Meakin, Former …