Best 7NEWS Podcasts (2026)

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Maduro pleads not guilty in Manhattan court, the world reacts, terrorist moved to supermax 7:33

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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Celia Flores appeared before a US federal judge in Manhattan, pleading not guilty to drugs and weapons charges after being transported from Venezuela by US commandos. Bruce Lehrmann has launched a High Court appeal to overturn his defamation case verdict. Victoria's Deputy Opposition Leader Sam Groth…

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Brisbane's 2032 Olympic stadium architects revealed 0:39

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Australian architectural firms Cox and Hassel will partner with Japan's Azusa Sekkei to design Brisbane's new Victoria Park Stadium for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The $3.6 billion venue will feature 63,000 seats and incorporate traditional Queenslander architectural style while connecting with the surrounding landscape. The design conso…

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Bondi attack accused moved to Goulburn Supermax 0:34

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Naveed Akram, the 24-year-old accused of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack, has been transferred from Long Bay Jail Hospital to Goulburn Supermax prison. He faces 59 charges, including 15 counts of murder and committing a terrorist act, related to the December 14th mass shooting. Goulburn Supermax is New South Wales' most secure prison facility desi…

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Maduro pleads not guilty in New York court 2:56

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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Celia Flores appeared before a US federal judge in New York, pleading not guilty to drugs and weapons charges. The ousted president, who was transported from a Brooklyn jail cell, told the judge he was kidnapped by US commandos from his home in Venezuela. Both defendants are being held without bail a…

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Parliament recall looms as royal commission pressure mounts 2:00

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Federal politicians are expected to return early to Canberra before Australia Day to pass new legislation on guns and hate speech following the Bondi Beach terror attack. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese continues to resist growing pressure from the Coalition, Teal independents, victims' families, religious leaders, and legal figures calling for a C…

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Three-day childcare guarantee replaces activity test 1:46

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The Federal Government has eliminated the childcare activity test, introducing a three-day guarantee that provides at least three days of subsidised childcare per week to families earning under $500,000 annually. The policy change affects approximately 100,000 Australian families, who will no longer need to prove work hours to qualify for subsidies…

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16-year-old boy and his mother held at gunpoint in home invasion in Melbourne's west 1:38

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A 16-year-old boy and his mother have been held at gunpoint in a terrifying home invasion in Melbourne's west. Thugs stole a safe from their Altona North home and are still on the run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Maduro faces New York court on drug charges 4:01

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Donald Trump has declared "America is in charge", taking control of Venezuela as US authorities prepare the country's captured ruler for court. Nicolas Maduro is just hours away from facing a New York judge on drug and weapons charges, and the US president has hinted more South American leaders could face the same fate. See omnystudio.com/listener …

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Water bottle shatters windscreen in Logan attack 0:21

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A driver in Logan, south of Brisbane, threw a water bottle at another vehicle on New Year's Eve, shattering the windscreen. The incident was captured on dashcam footage, with the victim left shaken but uninjured. Queensland Police are investigating the unprovoked attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Pink slime washes up on Tasmanian beaches 0:38

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A pink slime has washed up on beaches at Randalls Bay in southern Tasmania, prompting an investigation by the Environment Protection Authority. Conservationists, including environmentalist Bob Brown, are raising concerns that it may be an algal bloom potentially linked to nearby fish farms. The EPA is working to determine whether the substance is h…

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Jumping castle survivor dies in e-bike accident 0:50

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Lucas Reid, a 15-year-old survivor of Tasmania's 2021 Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy that killed six students, has died in an e-bike accident on New Year's Eve in Devonport. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Why the US is taking control of Venezuela 1:37

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Venezuela, home to the world's largest proven oil reserves with 303 billion barrels, has become the target of US intervention despite Donald Trump's commitment to end foreign conflicts. The Trump administration began conducting airstrikes on drug-trafficking boats in September, killing over 110 people, while citing the fentanyl crisis as justificat…

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Nationwide protests over US actions in Venezuela 0:34

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Protests erupted across major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Canberra in response to United States actions in Venezuela. Demonstrators at Sydney's Town Hall called on the Albanese government to condemn US involvement. Police intervention was required in Brisbane's King George Square after rival groups clashed dur…

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Truck driver dies in fiery M7 crash 0:38

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A truck driver has died in a fiery crash on the M7 motorway in Cecil Hills, southwest of Sydney. Emergency services responded just after midnight to find the truck had hit a barrier, caught fire and rolled over. All southbound lanes between Elizabeth Drive and Campbelltown Road remain closed, with significant traffic disruptions continuing. See omn…

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Sydney's new fish market opens without ferry wharf 1:56

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Sydney's new fish market at Pyrmont opens on January 19 after ten years of construction, but its $30 million ferry wharf remains in the design stage and won't be operational for at least 12 months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Athletes demand royal commission into Bondi terror attack 2:08

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Seventy Australian sports stars have signed a letter demanding a national Royal Commission into the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 people three weeks ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Man found in car boot after 14-hour kidnapping 1:58

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A 29-year-old man was found beaten, stabbed and burned in the boot of a car in Villawood after a 14-hour kidnapping ordeal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Sydney jet ski crackdown targets reckless riders 1:47

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Maritime NSW has launched a week-long operation targeting reckless jet ski riders across Sydney's waterways. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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US warns Iran over deadly protest crackdown 1:46

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President Donald Trump has warned that the US is 'locked and loaded' willing to intervene in growing unrest in Iran. Demonstrations are intensifying on the streets as Iranian officials make threats of their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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The new surprising holiday hotspots for Australian families 1:21

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Aussie holidaymakers are favouring Asia over America when it comes to booking an overseas getaway. Here's Aviation Editor Blake Johnson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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The mystery man detectives hope can help solve a murder in Fitzroy 2:27

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A young man has been gunned down in the back streets of Fitzroy just metres from the front door of a police station. The first officer was on scene in under 60 seconds, but it was already too late. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Woman charged with murder over Clyde North fire 1:28

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A 29-year-old woman has been charged with murder over a deadly house fire in Clyde North. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Machete madness on Monash Freeway 1:55

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Masked men wielding machetes ran through traffic on Melbourne's Monash Freeway after a two-vehicle crash near the Belgrave Hallam exit. The incident occurred around 2:30pm, forcing hundreds of motorists to stop or flee up the exit ramp as one attacker banged a machete on vehicles in what may have been an attempted carjacking. Police, including the …

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Mass protest erupts in Iran against the Islamic regime 1:52

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Hundreds of thousands of Iranians have taken to the streets in the biggest challenge to the Islamic dictatorship in recent memory. Now the regime has struck back with deadly force as the world holds its breath. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Australia tanks donated to the front line of Ukraine-Russia war 1:58

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Australian tanks, donated to the front line in Ukraine, have come under attack from Russian forces. Tonight, Kyiv is making more requests for help from Canberra as the fourth anniversary of Moscow's invasion approaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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A blistering heatwave heading to Melbourne 1:40

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Christmas may have been cooler than usual, but a blistering heatwave is on the way. The mercury is set to soar up into the mid-forties, prompting official warnings about the dangers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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A family’s narrow escape from their burning home 1:39

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A family of four has narrowly escaped their burning home after it erupted in flames early this morning. Neighbours watched on helplessly as the parents raced to get their kids and pet away from the flames. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Mount Etna erupts in winter spectacle 0:25

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Mount Etna erupted shortly before New Year's Eve, sending a river of lava flowing down its ice-covered slopes during winter. The Italian volcano's latest activity has produced mesmerising footage, though authorities report no current threat to nearby homes or air traffic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Jewish community safety concerns after antisemitic graffiti 1:46

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Dvir Abramovich, Chair of the Anti-Defamation Commission, discusses the appearance of 'Intifada 2026' graffiti in Melbourne and state government moves to classify the phrase as hate speech. He explains that Intifada means violence and terrorism against Jews, and expresses that the Jewish community does not feel safe in Australia following recent at…

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Melbourne Zoo's crocodile matchmaking mission 0:32

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Melbourne Zoo has brought Pangalawa (Pangi), a female Philippine crocodile, from Germany to pair with resident male crocodile Luzon as part of a breeding programme more than five years in development. The 50-kilogram Luzon currently outweighs the shy Pangi, and keepers expect the pairing process will take considerable time before any breeding attem…

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Melbourne family rescued from croc-infested floodwaters 1:53

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A family of seven from Melbourne became stranded in their rental van after attempting to cross a flooded causeway near Wallaman Falls in North Queensland. Three local graziers spotted the vehicle's lights and rescued the tourists from the metre-deep floodwaters, which were home to a 4.5-metre crocodile named Otis. Swiftwater rescue crews from Towns…

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Mother rescues daughter from Bahamas cruise ship pier 0:24

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A four-year-old girl slipped into the water between a cruise ship and a pier in the Bahamas, prompting her mother to jump in after her. Cruise ship employees pulled both mother and daughter to safety as onlookers cheered. Neither was injured in the incident, though both were shaken by the experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat…

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Three dead, two missing in NSW beach tragedies 1:55

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Three people have died and two remain missing in a series of drowning incidents across New South Wales beaches over two days. Sushan Khadka, a Nepalese student in his early 20s, disappeared at Coogee Beach after being caught in a rip with friends, while 45-year-old Sydney hairdresser Melissa Austin drowned at Dunbogan Beach on the mid-north coast w…

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Deadly protests grip Iran over economic crisis 1:51

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Mass protests against Iran's Islamic regime have entered their fifth consecutive day, turning deadly with at least three people killed and 17 injured. The demonstrations, sparked by worsening economic conditions including high inflation and a currency crash to record lows against the dollar, represent the biggest uprising in the country since 2022 …

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Unprecedented violence rocks Dutch New Year's Eve 0:19

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Dutch police faced unprecedented violence on New Year's Eve, with emergency services pelted with fireworks and petrol bombs. Two men died in separate incidents during the violent celebrations in the Netherlands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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New York's youngest mayor sworn into office 1:52

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Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old democratic socialist, has been sworn in as New York City's mayor, becoming the youngest person ever to hold the position. The African-born immigrant made history as the city's first Muslim mayor and first of South Asian descent, taking the oath of office using a Quran. Mamdani has pledged to make New York more affordab…

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Witnesses describe the deadly inferno at Swiss ski resort bar 6:53

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A devastating fire at a bar in a Swiss ski resort during New Year's Eve celebrations killed around 40 people and injured 115 others. Eyewitnesses describe a massive explosion, chaotic rescue efforts, and narrow escapes. Survivors recount helping pull injured victims from the burning building and the tragic circumstances that determined who was insi…

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Baby Tom is Sydney’s first newborn of 2026 1:37

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A tiny new arrival has already made a big mark on 2026, becoming Sydney's very first baby of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Health insurance hacks to help get fit in 2026 1:56

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Aussies looking for motivation to get fit in 2026 can turn to their health insurance for help. A walk or workout can earn you points towards flights, discounts and other deals. You just need to know where to look. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Cities around the world celebrate the start of 2026 2:37

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Cities around the world have rung in the new year. From Bangkok to the Big Apple, 2025 was farewelled with plenty of flare, setting the spark for a spectacular 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Queen Camilla speaks publicly about assault she suffered as a teenager 1:40

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Queen Camilla has spoken publicly for the first time about being physically assaulted by a man, as a teenager. Her Majesty opened up after hearing the harrowing stories of survivors, saying her attack made her feel “angry”. If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or vis…

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Beijing slaps new tariffs on global beef imports, costing Australian producers $1 billion 2:03

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Military and trade tensions with China are escalating once again as Beijing slaps new tariffs on global beef imports that will cost Australian producers $1 billion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Townsville faces severe flooding crisis 0:41

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Townsville faces severe flooding after recording more than 200 millimetres of rain at the airport overnight, marking the city's wettest January day since 1998. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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China targets Australian beef with billion-dollar tariffs 2:08

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China has imposed new tariffs on Australian beef imports that will cost the industry $1 billion annually, with restrictions applying after 200,000 tonnes of the current 300,000 tonne annual export quota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Machete gang attacks two men on Lygon Street 1:12

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A gang of approximately seven machete-wielding attackers ambushed two men aged 18 and 20 on Lygon Street in Melbourne just before midnight on New Year's Eve, leaving both victims with critical injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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Intruder breaches Kensington Palace security twice 0:25

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Details have emerged of a security scare that's rattled the royal family. An intruder somehow broke into the grounds of William and Kate's Kensington Palace home twice, just days before Christmas. Guards stopped him both times. Police have charged a 39-year-old man with two counts of trespassing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Sydney bus services cut amid driver shortage 0:25

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Bus services across Sydney's lower North Shore and western suburbs have been temporarily reduced due to a driver shortage. Busways requires an additional 50 drivers to restore full services. Passengers are advised to check timetables when planning travel as extra cancellations are expected until the recruitment process is completed. See omnystudio.…

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Father and daughter charged over Adelaide NYE assault 0:33

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A teenage girl and her father have been charged with assaulting two police officers who responded to a New Year's Eve house party in Adelaide's south following reports of a stabbing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts

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German bank robber pays for parking after $50m heist 0:39

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A group of robbers drilled into a German bank vault and stole more than $50 million worth of cash and jewels. Security footage captured one of the thieves, still wearing a balaclava, calmly paying for parking with coins immediately after the heist, even returning to add more money to the meter when he realised he hadn't paid enough. See omnystudio.…

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Teen charged over Perth Hills firecracker blaze 1:50

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A 19-year-old man has been charged after allegedly throwing a firecracker into dry bushland in Perth's hills on New Year's Eve, sparking a massive blaze that forced families to evacuate their homes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 7NEWS Podcasts