The iconic Aussie road trip is facing a major reality check, as new data reveal that costs have surged by more than 50% in just five years. From triple-digit insurance spikes to $3.40-a-litre diesel, find out if the “affordable” family getaway is becoming a luxury of the past. Hear more highlights from Afternoons below and […]
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Meet Australia’s first official astronaut & 2026 Australian of the year
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With temperatures climbing toward 40°, RSPCA Queensland’s Chief Vet warned that shade and water may not be enough to save your pets from fatal heatstroke. Learn the critical “red flags” to watch for and why a simple stick in a water trough could save local wildlife today. Hear more highlights from Afternoons below and download […]
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