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ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Index

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Index

Program Guide .............................................................................................................................................................. 3 Sunday, 4 October 2020 ........................................................................................................................................ 3 Monday, 5 October 2020 ...................................................................................................................................... 9 Tuesday, 6 October 2020 .................................................................................................................................... 13 Wednesday, 7 October 2020 .............................................................................................................................. 17 Thursday, 8 October 2020 ................................................................................................................................... 21 Friday, 9 October 2020 ........................................................................................................................................ 25 Saturday, 10 October 2020 ................................................................................................................................. 29

ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Sunday 4 October 2020

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Program Guide Sunday, 4 October 2020

6:00am ABC News Update

The top stories from ABC News, updating you on the latest headlines and the overnight

news from across Australia and around the world.

6:02am Landline

(CC,Repeat)

Pip Courtney and Landline reporters around the country bring you up to date with the

issues affecting rural and regional Australia. From farming, agriculture, food, economics,

innovation, climate, infrastructure and more.

6:30am ABC News Regional (CC,Repeat)

A snapshot of what's going on in regional Australia with a look at the people, events and

issues making news from coast to coast in the past seven days. Presented by Miriam

Corowa.

7:00am Weekend Breakfast

(CC)

Ease into your Sunday with an intelligent and engaging mix of news, updated

information, in-depth analysis, interviews, politics and weather. Presented by Fauziah

Ibrahim and Gemma Veness plus sport with Jared Coote.

9:00am Insiders: Budget Special (CC)

A Budget Week unlike any other, as Treasurer Josh Frydenberg prepares to hand down

the Morrison government's economic plan amid the uncertainty of a coronavirus

pandemic. David Speers and the panel preview the week's action.


(CC)

Ease into your Sunday with an intelligent and engaging mix of news, updated

information, in-depth analysis, interviews, politics and weather. Presented by Fauziah

Ibrahim and Gemma Veness plus sport with Jared Coote.

11:00am ABC News

(CC)

Miriam Corowa presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and

coverage of events as they unfold. Plus original reporting, expert analysis and all the

updated news, sport, weather and information you need.


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11:30am Offsiders

(CC,Repeat)

The footy finals are here at last! After a season interrupted by COVID-19 and

unprecedented challenges, eight sides remain in the hunt for the AFL Premiership, while

eight NRL teams chase the ultimate glory.

12:00pm ABC News

(CC)




12:30pm Close Of Business

(Repeat)

It's the health emergency that has brought on an economic crisis. The Coronavirus

pandemic has changed the way we live, work, shop and socialise. Rachel Pupazzoni

presents the best stories from the week on The Business.

1:00pm ABC News




1:30pm The Mix

(CC,Repeat)

Art in the age of Corona. With festivals, shows, venues and events cancelled due to the

Coronavirus shutdown, The Mix continues to bring you interesting conversations with

Australia's artists, performers and content makers.

2:00pm ABC News




2:30pm Australian Story

(CC,AD,Repeat)

Putting the 'real' back into reality TV, the award-winning series with no narrator and no

agendas - just authentic stories told in people's own words. Immerse yourself in the life

of an extraordinary Australian.

3:00pm ABC News





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3:30pm Offsiders

(CC,Repeat)




4:00pm ABC News Update

The headlines from ABC News, updating you on the day's top stories from across

Australia and around the world.

4:02pm Landline

(CC,Repeat)

Pip Courtney hosts Australia's pre-eminent regional and rural television program

covering farming, weather, food, innovation, mining, fisheries, agribusiness, commodity

prices and other issues affecting regional communities.

5:00pm ABC News




5:30pm The World This Week

(CC,Repeat)

Beverley O'Connor presents the week's best international stories from an Australian

perspective, as seen by ABC News reporters posted in Europe, North America, China, the

Middle East, North Asia, South Asia and the Pacific.

6:00pm ABC News Weekend: Auslan Bulletin

The latest news and information from ABC News. This bulletin will be Auslan interpreted

to provide accessible information to keep Australia's deaf community connected and

informed. Presented by Mariam Saab.

6:30pm The Breakfast Couch

(CC,Repeat)

Join Michael Rowland, Lisa Millar and the team for some of the best conversations as we

hear from some of the most informed and entertaining guests who have appeared on

News Breakfast.

7:00pm ABC News Weekend

(CC)

Mariam Saab presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and live

coverage of events as they unfold. Plus comprehensive analysis, context and original

investigations from ABC reporters around the world.


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7:40pm Drum Beat

The show that brings together some of the sharpest and most informed minds in

Australia to tackle the big issues and share their opinions and expertise. Catch up on the

best conversations from The Drum.




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10:00pm ABC News




10:30pm Back Roads: Dunalley

(CC,Repeat,PG)

Dunalley is a small town in Tasmania that was almost wiped out by bushfires in 2013. But

instead of destroying them, the tragedy has proven to be a catalyst for many people to

pursue a new path.

11:00pm ABC Nightly News

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11:30pm The Mix

(CC,Repeat)




12:00am ABC News

The final word on the day's top stories, with the latest news and updated information

from Australia's most trusted news source. Presented by Mariam Saab.

12:15am Media Watch

(CC,Repeat,PG)

Paul Barry presents the show that casts a critical eye over the media industry, watching

the watchers and commenting on all forms of media, PR and communications.

12:30am Close Of Business

(Repeat)




1:00am DW News

Live from Berlin, our broadcast partner Deutsche Welle brings you the latest news on the

Coronavirus pandemic and the day's top stories from a European perspective.

1:15am ABC News

(Repeat)



1:30am Insiders: Budget Special (CC,Repeat)




2:30am Offsiders

(CC,Repeat)





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3:00am DW News



3:15am Mixed Cuts

(CC,Repeat)

The Filter brings together passionate arts professionals and commentators to share their

expertise and discuss the issues over a cup of coffee.

3:30am The World This Week

(CC,Repeat)




4:00am DW News



4:15am ABC News

(Repeat)



4:30am ABC News Regional (CC,Repeat)



Corowa.

5:00am Landline

(CC,Repeat)

Pip Courtney hosts Australia's pre-eminent regional and rural television program

covering farming, weather, food, innovation, mining, fisheries, agribusiness, commodity

prices and other issues affecting regional communities.

ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Monday 5 October 2020

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Monday, 5 October 2020

6:00am News Breakfast

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9:00am ABC News Mornings

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12:00pm ABC News At Noon

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3:00pm ABC News Afternoons

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4:00pm Afternoon Briefing

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5:00pm ABC News Hour

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6:00pm ABC Evening News

(CC)

All the news you need to stay informed and up to date. Karina Carvalho brings you the

day's top stories, breaking news, exclusive investigations, the latest information and

analysis from Australia's most trusted news source.

7:00pm ABC National News

Australians turn to ABC News when news breaks at home or abroad. Karina Carvalho

presents the day's top stories, latest news and information, exclusive investigations and

reports from respected journalists across the nation.

8:00pm ABC News Tonight

Karina Carvalho brings you a clearer picture of the day's top stories with reports on local,

national and global issues from Australia's most trusted news source. Plus we've got the

COVID-19 pandemic covered from all angles.

8:45pm The Business

(CC)

Stay up to date on the impact of the pandemic recession, as the economic shocks

continue to reverberate from the Victorian shutdown and the cost of closed borders and

social distancing measures. Presented by Elysse Morgan.





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9:02pm The Drum

(CC,Repeat)

Whatever the day brings we'll find understanding, support, comfort and a sense of

community by coming together to talk through the issues, share stories and listen to the

opinions of others. Hosts: Ellen Fanning & Julia Baird

10:00pm The World

(CC)

Your nightly snapshot of what's going on in the world. Beverley O'Connor brings you the

latest international news and speaks with reporters, commentators, experts and local

residents about the big issues of the day.


Turn to Australia's most trusted source of news to bring you a complete wrap of the

day's events. Yvonne Yong presents a summary of the day's key events, plus context,

analysis and original investigations.

11:30pm 7.30

(CC,Repeat)

Australia's leading nightly public affairs program, bringing you more exclusive

investigations and real life stories of extraordinary Australians. Plus a unique perspective

on the issues of the day. Presented by Leigh Sales.

12:00am ABC Late News

(CC)

End your day informed and up-to-date. Michael Tetlow presents ABC Late News from

Perth, bringing you detailed coverage of the day's top stories, trusted analysis and new

details on the issues and events that shaped our day.

12:30am The Breakfast Couch

(CC,Repeat)



News Breakfast.


End your day informed and up-to-date with the latest from Australia's most trusted news

source. Michael Tetlow presents the day's top stories, plus analysis, insights, new details

and updated reporting on the day's events.

1:15am The Business

(CC,Repeat)





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1:30am The Drum

(CC,Repeat)




2:30am ABC News Overnight

Join Michael Tetlow for the final word on the day's top stories, with comprehensive

coverage of the key issues and events plus updated information from ABC News.

2:45am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




3:00am DW News



3:30am 7.30

(CC,Repeat)




4:00am The World

(CC,Repeat)





(Repeat)



5:00am DW News




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5:15am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




5:30am Landline

(CC,Repeat)




ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Tuesday 6 October 2020

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Tuesday, 6 October 2020


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1:40pm Capital Hill (CC)

2:00pm Parliament Question Time

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7:30pm Budget 2020: The Treasurer's Speech

(CC)

The 2020/21 Federal Budget was delayed from May due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivers the Budget Speech in Parliament, outlining the

economic impact and the Morrison government's plan for recovery.

8:00pm Budget 2020: An ABC News Special (CC)

Leigh Sales is joined by Andrew Probyn, Laura Tingle and David Speers to examine the

most important Budget in a generation and explain how it affects you. Plus the first

interviews with the Treasurer and Shadow Treasurer.


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9:00pm Budget 2020: Reaction and Analysis

(CC)

David Speers is joined by Andrew Probyn, Elysse Morgan and Jeremy Fernandez for

comprehensive analysis of the Federal Budget, how it will affect you and reaction from

community groups and members of the public.

9:45pm The Business: Budget Special (CC)

Elysse Morgan and The Business team bring you in-depth coverage of the Federal

Budget, with reaction from the business community and how the Morrison government's

plan for recovery affects you.

10:00pm The World

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12:30am Budget 2020: The Treasurer's Speech

(CC,Repeat)

The 2020/21 Federal Budget was delayed from May due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Treasurer Josh Frydenberg delivers the Budget Speech in Parliament, outlining the

economic impact and the Morrison government's plan for recovery.






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1:15am The Business: Budget Special (CC,Repeat)




1:30am The Drum

(CC,Repeat)







2:45am Budget 2020: An ABC News Special (CC,Repeat)

Leigh Sales is joined by Andrew Probyn, Laura Tingle and David Speers to examine the

most important Budget in a generation and explain how it affects you. Plus the first

interviews with the Treasurer and Shadow Treasurer.

3:45am The Business: Budget Special (CC,Repeat)




4:00am The World

(CC,Repeat)





(Repeat)



5:00am DW News




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5:15am Budget 2020: Reaction and Analysis

(CC,Repeat)

David Speers is joined by Andrew Probyn, Elysse Morgan and Jeremy Fernandez for

comprehensive analysis of the Federal Budget, how it will affect you and reaction from

community groups and members of the public.

ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Wednesday 7 October 2020

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Wednesday, 7 October 2020


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12:30pm National Press Club Address

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8:45pm The Business

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9:02pm The Drum

(CC,Repeat)




10:00pm The World

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11:30pm 7.30

(CC,Repeat)





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12:30am Planet America

(CC,Repeat)

With only 28 days until the election, Chas and John unpack the latest on the polls and

policies, the pandemic and the protests as the campaign heats up. Will a vaccine, the

economy or global issue deliver an October surprise?






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1:15am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




1:30am The Drum

(CC,Repeat)







2:45am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




3:00am DW News



3:30am 7.30

(CC,Repeat)




4:00am The World

(CC,Repeat)





(Repeat)




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5:00am DW News



5:15am Mixed Cuts

(CC,Repeat)

The Filter brings together passionate arts professionals and commentators to share their

expertise and discuss the issues over a cup of coffee.

5:25am Planet America

(CC,Repeat)

With only 28 days until the election, Chas and John unpack the latest on the polls and

policies, the pandemic and the protests as the campaign heats up. Will a vaccine, the

economy or global issue deliver an October surprise?

ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Thursday 8 October 2020

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Thursday, 8 October 2020


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7:30pm Budget 2020: Opposition Reply

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The Leader of the Opposition Anthony Albanese delivers his Reply to the Federal Budget,

outlining the Labor Opposition's alternate plan for recovery after the pandemic.






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8:45pm The Business

(CC)

Alicia Barry and The Business team run the ruler over Anthony Albanese's alternate plan

for recovery from the COVID recession in the Opposition's Budget Reply. How will the

business community react and how will it affect you?




9:02pm The Drum

(CC,Repeat)




10:00pm The World

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11:30pm 7.30

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12:30am Budget 2020: Opposition Reply

(CC,Repeat)

The Leader of the Opposition Anthony Albanese delivers his Reply to the Federal Budget,

outlining the Labor Opposition's alternate plan for recovery after the pandemic.


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1:15am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




1:30am The Drum

(CC,Repeat)







2:45am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




3:00am DW News



3:30am 7.30

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4:00am The World

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5:00am DW News



5:15am The Business

(CC,Repeat)




5:30am One Plus One: Mark Humphries

(CC,Repeat)

Satirist Mark Humphries is known for sending up the foibles of politicians. He speaks to

Melanie Tait about his passion for television, his life before comedy, and his obsession

with musicals.

ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Friday 9 October 2020

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Friday, 9 October 2020


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4:30pm Friday Briefing

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7:40pm The Virus

(CC)

Jeremy Fernandez presents a summary of the week's main developments in the COVID-

19 Pandemic - from the health emergency, the economic crisis, the race for a vaccine,

the easing of restrictions and adapting to our new normal.





8:15pm Planet America's Fireside Chat

Things are heating up with 26 days to go in the campaign. Join Chas and John as they

unpack the Vice-Presidential Debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris. Plus is

there a dreaded October surprise just around the corner?


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9:02pm The Drum

(CC,Repeat)




10:00pm The World

(CC)

Your nightly snapshot of what's going on in the world. Yvonne Yong brings you the latest

international news and speaks with reporters, commentators, experts and local residents

about the big issues of the day.

10:30pm The Mix

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12:30am Friday Briefing

(CC,Repeat)

Every Friday Patricia Karvelas is joined by some of the country's leading commentators

and opinion makers for a thought-provoking and illuminating look back over the week to

unpick the issues and events making headlines.


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1:15am The Virus

(CC,Repeat)

Jeremy Fernandez presents a summary of the week's main developments in the COVID-

19 Pandemic - from the health emergency, the economic crisis, the race for a vaccine,

the easing of restrictions and adapting to our new normal.

1:35am The Drum

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3:00am DW News



3:30am DW Conflict Zone

From our broadcast partner Deutsche Welle, we go face-to-face with global decision-

makers, seeking straight answers to straight questions, putting the spotlight on

controversial issues and calling the powerful to account.

4:00am The World

(CC,Repeat)

Your nightly snapshot of what's going on in the world. Yvonne Yong brings you the latest

international news and speaks with reporters, commentators, experts and local residents

about the big issues of the day.

4:30am Friday Briefing

(CC,Repeat)

Every Friday Patricia Karvelas is joined by some of the country's leading commentators

and opinion makers for a thought-provoking and illuminating look back over the week to

unpick the issues and events making headlines.


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5:00am DW News



5:15am Planet America's Fireside Chat

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ABC NEWS Program Guide: Week 41 Saturday 10 October 2020

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Saturday, 10 October 2020


The top stories from ABC News, updating you on the latest headlines and the overnight

news from across Australia and around the world.

6:02am Close Of Business

(Repeat)





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News Breakfast.


(CC)

Start your weekend informed and fully up-to-date as Fauziah Ibrahim and Kathryn

Robinson bring you the latest news, in-depth analysis, politics, interviews, weather,

culture and global affairs. Plus sport with Louise Ransome.

11:00am ABC News

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11:30am The World This Week

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12:00pm ABC News

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12:30pm ABC News Regional

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Corowa.

1:00pm ABC News





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2:00pm ABC News




2:30pm Landline

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3:00pm ABC News




3:30pm The Breakfast Couch

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News Breakfast.

4:00pm ABC News





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5:00pm ABC News




5:30pm The Mix

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8:10pm Four Corners

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Four Corners is Australia's premier investigative journalism program. For almost 60

years, the Four Corners team has been exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, leading

national debate and confronting issues that matter.





9:30pm Kurt Fearnley's One Plus One: Eddie Woo

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School teacher Eddie Woo's love of maths is infectious, his online lessons finding a global

audience. He speaks to Kurt about teaching future generations and why he moved to

online learning well before COVID hit.

10:00pm ABC News




10:30pm The World This Week

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11:30pm ABC News Regional (CC,Repeat)



Corowa.

12:00am ABC News




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12:15am Planet America's Fireside Chat

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1:00am DW News



1:15am Q+A

(CC,Repeat)

Accomplished journalist and presenter Hamish Macdonald leads a panel of guests and

members of the public in a surprising and thought-provoking discussion that will

challenge our thinking on big and complex issues.

2:20am National Press Club Address

(CC,Repeat)

The National Press Club is the place where newsmakers and interesting people come to

speak. From Prime Ministers, visiting international figures, religious leaders and

innovators, to political, business and community leaders.


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News Breakfast.

4:00am DW News



4:15am ABC News

(Repeat)



4:30am DW Focus On Europe

From our broadcast partner Deutsche Welle, Focus On Europe puts the spotlight on

people and asks what drives the people of Europe - politically, socially and culturally.

What are their views, hopes and fears?

5:00am DW News




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5:15am Drum Beat

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The show that brings together some of the sharpest and most informed minds in

Australia to tackle the big issues and share their opinions and expertise. Catch up on the

best conversations from The Drum.


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News Breakfast.

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1 | P a g e · News Breakfast. 7:00pm ABC News Weekend (CC) Mariam Saab presents the latest from ABC News, following today's top stories and live coverage of events as they unfold