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• Australia’s Median Capital City Rent Soars Past $700 for First Time

  The federal government was left in the dark about last month's deadly Optus triple 0 outage because the telco sent the notification email to the wrong address; A stark new report shows Australia's rental crisis is deepening, with soaring prices forcing people further away from their jobs and communities; A legendary rite of passage for generations of young Australians is coming to an end, with the era of large-scale European coach tours set to finish next year; And fans are sending their best wishes to country music legend Dolly Parton, after her sister made a public plea for prayers amid the star's ongoing health issues. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Gemma Donahoe Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• "The Families Feel Desperate" Mum Of Aussie On Gaza Flotilla Speaks Out & Truth About Your Luteal Phase

  What exactly happened when Israel intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla? If you ask the families of the Australians on board, they've reported alleged abuse and torture. Plus, we break down the luteal phase; why this final stretch of the menstrual cycle has become short-hand for feeling low, and what's actually happening in your body. And in headlines today, Australian activists in Israeli detention for attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have been deported to Jordan; Zelda Williams is begging people to stop sending her AI videos of her late dad Robin Williams calling it "gross"; It’s International Plasma Week, the Mum of Australia’s only child with severe Factor V deficiency, urging Aussies to consider donating; Tennis ace Novak Djokovic has thrown up and passed out while playing in brutally hot conditions in China, but still went on to win his match THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Dr Pav Nanayakkara, Gynaecologist Jacinta McEwen & Jessica Mamone, family & friends of Surya McEwenAudio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Blizzard Traps Hundreds On Mount Everest

  Hundreds of adventure seekers are stranded in a blizzard on Mount Everest; Taylor Swift broke her record for most ‘first week’ sales in just one day; Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman has made an appearance at Paris Fashion Week alongside her two daughters; Police have charged a gunman who allegedly fired into a suburban street in Croydon Park; Man convicted in Gisèle Pelicot case says he ‘never intended’ to rape her in appeal. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• World Leaders Pause For October 7 & Is This Vindication For Daylight Saving Haters?

  Daylight Saving is officially back across some parts of Australia - and so is the annual argument. While some love the long, sun-drenched nights, others rage over the confusing timezones and sleep disruption. Now in the most evidence-based study yet, U.S. scientists have confirmed Daylight Saving is bad for our health. So is this finally vindication for Daylight Saving haters? And in headlines today, Leaders across the globe will commemorate the deaths of 1200 Israelis and the taking of 250 hostages by Hamas on this day 2 years ago as mediators continue to try to broker a ceasefire agreement; The US Supreme Court has declined to hear Ghislaine Maxwell's bid to overturn her conviction for helping the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse teenage girls; Israeli authorities say they have deported campaigner Greta Thunberg and another 170 activists from an international flotilla prevented last week from delivering aid to the Gaza Strip; British author Jilly Cooper, known for her bestselling risque novels including Rivals which was made into a TV show for Disney+, has died at age 88 THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at [email protected] CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy & Ilaria Brophy Guest: Reece Kemp, Sleep Expert at Flinders UniversityAudio Producer: Tegan SadlerBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• The Quicky News: Monday October 6 2025

  The war in Gaza isn’t over yet, says U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who expects a potential hostage deal early this week; Reece Walsh starred in one of the all-time great grand final performances as the Broncos ended a 17-year title drought, beating Melbourne 26-22 in the 2025 NRL decider; Fire crews worked overnight to contain a bushfire on Queensland’s Moreton Island, with stronger winds expected early this week; Saturday Night Live kicked off its 51st season on October 4, with Bad Bunny hosting and Doja Cat performing, featuring several Donald Trump parodies. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Tahli BlackmanBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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