The Front

Hundreds of Qantas back office roles could move offshore as the airline scrambles to save on costs. Plus, Acting PM Marles plays down Australia’s property slump, new Victorian Premier Ben Carroll braces for the release of a bombshell anti-corruption report, and Australian cinema sees its second-biggest day in box-office history.
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Qantas in talks with Accenture to move hundreds of back office roles overseas
Richard Marles downplays $230bn housing slump
Bombshell IBAC report on Daniel Andrews-era union scandal set for release
Spider-Man and The Odyssey smash records in second-biggest weekend for Australian cinema

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The Albanese government wanted to turn down the temperature on Australia’s housing market and help young people get a foot on the property ladder. But just months after Labor’s property tax shake-up, home values are crashing, investors are running scared, and taxpayers are underwriting billions of dollars of debt. So, was this all part of the plan?
The Australian’s political editor Geoff Chambers is here.
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Sydney and Melbourne lead property slump as investor confidence collapses
High earners flood first-home buyer scheme after Labor axes income caps
‘Two years to sell or face 10 years’ jail’: One Nation housing plan update clarifies non-permanent residents
Commentary by Geoff Chambers: Labor plays roulette with fragile housing market
This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Kristen Amiet with assistance from Lia Tsamoglou, and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our regular host is Claire Harvey and our team includes Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.
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One Nation has unveiled the team that will take on Labor and the Liberals at the Victorian state election in November. Plus, Alan Jones’ trial gets underway in Sydney, two die in a Greek helicopter crash, and Delta Goodrem closes the Commonwealth Games in style.
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One Nation bans ABC, The Guardian as Victorian team unveiled
Alleged assaults detailed as blockbuster Alan Jones trial begins in Sydney
Queensland fire helicopter explodes after deadly mid-air collision kills two
‘Alive and kicking’ Glasgow Games conclude with spectacular party
‘You know you just never give up’: Australian marvel, 76, wins gold in dramatic lawn bowls final

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He was once the most-powerful man in Australian broadcasting. Now, Alan Jones will defend himself in court against accusations of indecent assault and sexual touching dating back decades – allegations he strenuously denies.
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This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.
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It’s the endlessly quotable film that captured Australia’s soul almost 30 years ago – and, now, The Castle is hoping to capture the hearts of a new generation. The Kerrigan family’s fight for their beloved home is coming to the stage in a new play from The Castle’s creators.
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Iconic Australian film The Castle to be revived as a major stage play
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.
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