Auscast Network Extra

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The recent legal setback for David McBride, an Australian former army lawyer who leaked classified documents alleging war crimes by Australian forces in Afghanistan. McBride lost his appeal to reduce his prison sentence for these actions, with the court rejecting his argument that his oath to the Queen mandated acting in the "public interest" by exposing the alleged crimes. The source highlights the controversy surrounding McBride's imprisonment as he is the only individual incarcerated regarding the Afghanistan war crime allegations, while other military personnel facing serious accusations have yet to stand trial or have had their cases dismissed. McBride's lawyers plan to appeal to the High Court, arguing that exposing a crime should not be considered a crime, and also sought a government pardon for their client.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Report on the reunification of Australia's Liberal and National parties, a conservative coalition that briefly split after a recent election defeat. The two parties, which typically represent urban and rural interests respectively, have historically worked together for decades. Differences over policy, including nuclear energy and regional matters, led to their temporary separation. Sussan Ley, the new Liberal Party leader, expressed optimism about the renewed partnership, while the article also notes the significant losses the coalition experienced in the recent election compared to the incumbent Labor Party.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newly appointed Environment Minister Murray Watt has granted preliminary approval for Woodside to extend the operation of the significant North West Shelf gas project until 2070, despite a lengthy approval process and prior delays. This decision, made with strict conditions to mitigate air emissions affecting the ancient Murujuga rock art, comes amidst strong opposition from environmental groups and some Indigenous representatives. Furthermore, a draft UNESCO decision citing damaging emissions impacted a bid for the Murujuga site to gain World Heritage status. The Prime Minister has previously indicated the necessity of gas for stabilizing the energy grid alongside renewable expansion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monkey Safari & Eli & Fur - Oceanside (Monkey Safari Rmx)  Yulia Niko, Plez - Can't Stop (Kenny Dope O'Gutta Rmx)  The Deepshakerz & Gasparian ft Tasita D'Mour - Keep On Rising  Hugel, TEDDY-O - Champs In The Rave  Padé Livin R - Misirlou Saliva Commandos - Desesperada Shay dT - Too Good  The Angels (IL) - Cema Cema Cema *SoulGood Selection Featured Guest: David Penn F Mix Wally Lopez - Inspire to Make a Difference  David Vendetta, WNOISE ft Ekaterina Michel - Feel It  Rick Pier O'Neil, Elan Myles - Jellyfish  D-Formation, Matan Caspi - Maisha  New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yamil, G.Zamora - Vientos llegan  Nico de Andrea, Erolflynn - With You  Soul Avengerz - Hurts On You (The Deepshakerz Remix)  Supernova - Having A Good Time  ARKADYAN, GROSSOMODDO - Iag Bari  Tayllor, Mestiza - Enamora Saliva Commandos - Ma Ma Lo  Ninetoes - See Thru You *SoulGood Selection   Featured Guest: Carl Kennedy   F Mix Catz 'n Dogz, Nala - Dance!  Jerome Sydenham - Ma Foom Bey (Jerome Sydenham 2025 Pump Mix)  Bob Sinclar, David Hopperman & Michael Ekow - Take It Easy on Me (David Hopperman Remix) &lez - Savage     New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joeski ft Adrian Viafara - Para Mi Patria (Epic Mix) Mijangos - Windows To The Soul  Quentin Harris - Joy (Tuff Jam Vocal) David Penn & Wh0 - La Fiesta  David Herrero - Everything Is Bossa Nova  HP Vince, Chuck Roberts - Jack Had A Groove (Nodus & Lady Deep Remix)  Pablo Fierro - Robina Aaron Sevilla, Andres Matheus, Casanova Beatz - Bumbata *SoulGood Selection   Featured Guest: Steve Mac    F Mix Shay dT - Body Swag  Tektonauts - Crazy  Wally Lopez - Base 1  Space Motion - Hybrid    New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent ruling by a Victorian magistrate in Australia has potentially significant implications for the taxation of Bitcoin transactions. During a theft case involving a former police officer, the judge determined that Bitcoin should be treated similarly to Australian dollars, classifying it as property but not subject to capital gains tax. This contrasts with the Australian Taxation Office's long-standing position, which has treated Bitcoin as a capital gains asset since 2014. If this ruling is upheld on appeal, which is not expected until late 2025, it could lead to substantial tax refunds for Bitcoin holders who paid CGT after 2019. The defence team is appealing the ruling that Bitcoin is property at all, arguing it is simply information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This source discusses the potential for a strengthening of ties between the European Union and Australia. Europe is looking to broaden its alliances due to concerns about an increasingly aggressive Russia and the potential for an unpredictable US foreign policy under a future Trump administration. While the proposal is still in its early stages, some analysts caution that closer defence pacts might not be in Australia's best interest, arguing that focusing on relationships within the Asia Pacific region is more critical. However, others contend that closer collaboration could offer benefits in diversifying defence capabilities and supply chains, and that the world is interconnected enough that strengthening ties with Europe makes sense for Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a significant electoral defeat, the Liberal-National coalition in Australia, the primary opposition, has dissolved their long-standing partnership, marking a major shift in the country's political landscape. The National Party leader cited policy disagreements, particularly regarding climate and energy, as key factors in the decision not to renew the agreement. While the Liberal Party will serve as the sole opposition, the National Party leader expressed a hope for future reconciliation before the next election, although they are prepared to contest it independently. This split follows a period of negotiations and reflects tensions that have periodically affected the coalition over decades.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A report by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) highlights a gender pay gap in the Australian public sector, where men earn significantly more than women in certain roles. While the gap is narrower in the public sector compared to the private sector, it still shows that for every $1 a man earns, a woman makes only 94 cents. The report indicates that the public sector has made progress in achieving gender balance, which contributes to the smaller pay gap. However, areas for improvement remain, particularly regarding men taking parental leave and addressing the underlying reasons for pay disparities that favour men in almost half of public sector employers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This ABC discusses Australia's decision to send retired M1A1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine despite some private frustrations expressed by US officials regarding their potential usefulness and sustainment challenges in the current conflict. Work has reportedly begun to load the first of the 49 tanks onto a cargo ship, though the Australian government will not disclose specific arrival details for security reasons. Ukraine's president has thanked Australia for the donation, while some concerns about the tanks' vulnerability to drones have been raised by Australian Defence officials. The article also mentions past criticisms of Australia's refusal to donate retired helicopters to Ukraine.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erik Ellmann - Morning Blues Vincent Caira - What's It Gonna Be  HP Vince - Free Your Soul  Hatiras - Back For More  Herc Deeman, GSP, Aristea – Hot One Dennis Cruz - Way Back  Chus & David Penn - Baila (Ibitaly Balearic Mix) CASSIMM, Pietro, MC Panda - Vem Pra Rave *SoulGood Selection   Featured Guest: Pablo Ceballos   F Mix Junior Lopez - Vamos  Shay DT - Ritual Echoes  Joy Marquez, Ricardo Criollo House - Otaka  THEMBA (SA), Niraj Naik ft Nicolle Rochelle - Sorofe   New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Corrado Alunni - No Solution KPD - Try To  The Angels (IL) - Oleaje  Shay dT - Bang It  Saliva Commandos - Rin Kin Kin  Mendo, Yvan Genkins - Reborn  Sllash & Doppe - Fettuccine  Silvano Del Gado - Yaleo Yaleo *SoulGood Selection Featured Guest: Mark Knight F Mix Wally Lopez - What Is That Called Again Tiger Stripes & Jerome Sydenham - Elevation (Radio Slave Remix)  Joy Marquez, Cafe De Anatolia - Renaicence  Ian Ludvig - Ghost Of The Past    New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thierry Tomas – Life’s Great The Deepshakerz, Black Savana - Yemale'  Corrado Alunni, Akeem Raphael - You Feel That  Crusy - Kiki  Damir Pushkar, Wekingz - Where Are We Going Out  Joy Marquez, Julian Luna - Sax apes Mijangos - Eftychía  GROSSOMODDO - Bohemian Soul *SoulGood Selection   Featured Guest: Chris Lake   F Mix Sllash & Doppe - Bonita  Vlada Asanin - Loca  Saliva Commandos - Dem Flow  Shay dT - Keep It Moving   New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Deepshakerz, Black Savana - Yemale' (Club Mix) Monkey Safari - Tariq   Sandy Rivera, Aruhtra, Deeprule ft Annabella - My Rose FDF (Italy) - Cocktail  Lorenzo Spano, Markyno - Somebody  Luca Bisori - You Gave Me Love  Soulemi, Maroy, Santos Suarez - This Is House  Gregor Salto, KUENTA ft Soug Ling Wong - Di Ki Manera *SoulGood Selection   Featured Guest: Paul Thomas   F Mix Piero Pirupa, LIONEEL - Just Believe Tektonauts, Armandd G - Muevela  Danny Serrano - The Beat  Joy Marquez - Bak Back    New York Minute & Final Fifteen With ExactaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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