The Front

Atlassian staff will be paid a mix of cash and shares instead of so-called “equity refresh grants” after the company’s share value halved. Plus, investors in talks for a stake in the Melbourne Storm and KIIS FM’s ratings keep falling.
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Atlassian swaps equity for cash bonuses for staff amid share price slump
Melbourne Storm sale: Chinese consortium in negotiations to purchase club for $160 million
KIIS of death as listener exodus continues to plague ARN
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Donald Trump’s peace in the Middle East has failed for a second time, with war restarting with Iran to match the active hostilities still raging in Gaza. Now, the battered Iranian regime is asserting its control of the Strait of Hormuz. So is this modern-day piracy something we just have to get used to - or is there a way back? Chief international correspondent Cameron Stewart is here.
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Iran attacks neighbours as US promises Tehran will ‘pay’ and war in the Middle East resumes
‘Expect bigger strikes today’: US military starts new attack on Iran
Commentary by Cameron Stewart: Donald Trump finally accepts Iran’s radicals aren’t interested in peace with new round of strikes
This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.
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The Israeli Defence Forces say they’ve discovered a vast tunnel network belonging to Hezbollah under a 12th-century castle in southern Lebanon. Plus, auction clearance rates bounce back and Richard Scolyer is farewelled at the Sydney Opera House.
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IDF finds huge Hezbollah tunnel maze under Crusader castle
Australian auction clearance rates rebound to a near two month high
State memorial service for former Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer
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A father rushing to the defence of his daughter - we can all identify with that - but in the case of one Channel Seven reporter, Dad decided to critique the performance and appearances of other TV reporters. Steve Jackson edits The Australian’s Media Diary and he’s here with the story that’s got all of broadcast media talking.
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This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.
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When a couple breaks up, should the man have to pay for freezing his ex’s eggs? Writer Charlotte Ree bares all on the brutal reality of undergoing the process alone, the hidden costs of the fertility industry, and why demanding financial support after a breakup might just be the ultimate act of modern feminism.
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Our love didn’t last, but after the grief there is gratitude
A Mother’s Day tribute like no other
The weekend edition of The Front is co-produced by Claire Harvey and Jasper Leak. The host is Claire Harvey. Audio production and editing by Jasper Leak who also composed our theme.
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