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Children charged lighting bushfires

It's horrifying to think that children have been charged with arson. As the bushfires continue to wreak destruction, Dicko & Sarah with Child Psychologist Dr John Irvine who says ankle braces could be the answer.

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Two fires merged into huge blaze

We are facing the worst fire crisis in decades. The latest concern is the current fires burning in the Blue Mountains, now joined into one blaze. Click here for the latest on the NSW bushfire emergency.

Mosley quits the Mundine fight?

Boxing champion Shane Mosley was set to fight Anthony Mundine tomorrow night, but 2UE's Keegan Buzza was given the scoop, he'd packed his bags and left for the departure lounge at Sydney Airport. Seems the fight is now off?

Tony Abbott's gay sister to wed?

Tony Abbott's sister Christine Forster says he's been supportive of her plans to wed her lesbian partner, despite his strong opposition as PM to gay marriage. Dicko & Sarah ask her if he will be attending her wedding.

Have we lost sight of what's right?

Where has our empathy gone? Paul Murray questions why so many people are outraged over the use of the terms '‘illegal' for boat refugees, but none discussing climate change as homes burn down in bushfires.

Taxi changes for pick up & drop

It's difficult to get to your destination in a taxi because of no stopping zones in the CBD. Dicko & Sarah look at an upcoming trial to use mail zones that posties use to be able to pick up and set down passengers.

Why asylum seekers shouldn't stay?

A survey shows more Australians don't think asylum seekers who arrive by boat should be allowed to stay. Paul Murray with Researcher Prof. Andrew Markus an why majority of us don't sympathise with their plight.

Affected by the timetable rollout?

A new weekday timetable has been put to the test on Sydney's public transport. The new schedules, which applies to trains, buses & ferries, are being rolled out today, adding nearly 3000 extra trips a week.

Police Powers in State of Emergency

Fire crews have a new emergency on their hands, with the blaze moving into Wilton, south west of Sydney. Jason Morrison & Police & Emergency Services Minister Mike Gallacher on the powers police now have.

Fight to implement Zoe's Law

Claims controversial changes to the Crimes Act, in which a foetus is treated the same as a living person, will make decriminalising abortion harder. Paul Murray on Zoe’s Law with Chris Spence & Mia Freedman.

The Wiggles: ready, steady, wiggle!

The world's favourite kids group The Wiggles return to arenas around Australia in December. Dicko & Sarah speak with Lachlan & Anthony, the purple and blue Wiggles about their new shows.

Miranda win a boost for NSW Labor?

Is the O'Farrell Government on the nose? Paul Murray on the stinging defeat to Labor over the weekend in the Miranda by-election. Barry Collier discusses why he won back the seat and the size of the swing.

Healthy Living with Dr Ginni Mansberg Saturday October 19th

This Week: what can you do to lose a little extra weight, non vaccinators causing a possible outbreak of measles in NSW, taxpayers to fork out for personal trainers, and the medical myth that coffee is bad.

The Stir with Brian Carlton Sunday October 20th

This Week: dealing with the crisis that is facing NSW with bushfires out of control. Brian Carlton also questions whether Tony Abbott should be volunteering as a fire fighter considering he is the PM?

How to help those in need?

As Sydney and surrounds battle fires, we tip out hat to the thousands of volunteers helping out. Many family homes are devastated. Let's give them a hand with the one thing we all have an equal amount of...

Photos of Sydney's Bushfire Crisis

Click for the latest photos sent in from listeners around Sydney of the bushfires. Send us your pics by emailing photos@2ue.com.au

Bushfire devastation across NSW

Bushfires have created devastation in the Blue Mountains the likes we have not seen for several decades. Paul Murray reflects on a black day for Sydney and surrounds as families begin to pick up the pieces.

Light relief from Rob Schneider

Rob Schneider is in Sydney to bring some comedy relief after a week of tragic news. He chats with Stuart Bocking about our hero fireys, and pokes a little fun at donations to education, and looks back on his career.

Michael Atherton's medieval violin

Prof. Michael Atherton is one of Australia's preeminent musical minds, & an expert in medieval instruments. A regular with Clive Robertson, he plays a medieval violin and an instrument you'd know from horror movies.

Subtitles: how do they get there?

Have you ever watched the news with the subtitles on, or maybe a foreign film on TV? Subtitles are very convenient, but how are they done? Clive Robertson with Adrian Chope explains how it's done.

Recession brings on vasectomies?

A study found the decline in jobs during the US recession was leading more men to having vasectomies, so many in fact that it's already showing results in statistics. So how is it done and what are the side effects?

How gaol affects mental well-being

Being in gaol is society's way of keeping dangerous people out of the community and punishing those who have transgressed. But what about the mental well-being of people who will one day be released?

Homes lost: then there are miracles!

A concerned father Scott called Jason Morrison to get information on his son's home as they were in the hospital at Katoomba having their first child. Listen to the outcome as fireys give us the all ok.

Cancer surgery to be fast tracked

Paul Murray has been highlighting the plight of cancer sufferer Nicole Perko who is one of those waiting urgent surgery at St George Hospital. Now, six patients will be given surgery sooner as he points out.

Are bus drivers friendly enough?

Ever taken a Sydney bus only to board to find a grumpy driver? Are bus drivers trained enough to handle the general public? Dicko & Sarah pose the prickly question to TWU bus official Nimrod Nyols.

Outcry: rapist given 2 & half years

An outcry as a rapist is given only a 2 and a half year prison sentence. Paul Murray reveals that Christopher Gibbs raped an intellectually disabled woman after pretending to help her when she tripped over.

Premier: Zoe's law conscience vote

Premier Barry O'Farrell insists the controversial Zoe's law wouldn't impact access to abortions, as women's rights activists prepare to protest. He tells Paul Murray why it's appropriate to be a conscience vote.

Mark Latham on MPs travel rorts

Paul Murray speaks with Mark Latham on the latest in the MP travel claims scandal. He says Tony Abbott should be charged with fraud after claiming expenses to go to the weddings of Peter Slipper & Sophie Mirabella.

Jackie Collins with Dicko & Sarah

Jackie Collins chats with Dicko & Sarah about her incredible life and career. Living in Hollywood, growing up wild, her advice for young women and her relationship with her readers, both male and female.

US debt default averted by deal?

President Obama says Americans will no longer suffer through a shutdown, with politicians striking a last-minute deal to avoid a debt default. Whitehouse spokesman Jay Carney says it's a welcomed move.

Will bills drop without carbon tax?

Will our bills go down if the government repeals the carbon tax? Energy Analyst Dr Hugh Sadler says yes, but not by as much as is currently being promised. Dicko & Sarah on what the carbon tax costs you.

Questionable spending by MPs?

Is the Abbott government embarrassed? Yet again, more questionable spending by an MP is revealed. Liberal MP Don Randall is under pressure to explain billing tax payers for a collection of books and a trip to Cairns.

Sirens sound & drivers don't move?

How many stupid drivers have you seen, that have no idea to get out of the way when an emergency vehicle is approaching? Jason Morrison on an idea that may work in Sydney to clear traffic out of the way.

Dangers of pills & energy drinks

Dr Ross Walker with Stuart Bocking discuss synthetic drugs and energy drinks containing caffeine and oxedrine linked to heart attack, with teenagers also at risk of stroke. A cautious warning ahead of schoolies.

Drugs tearing apart our safe streets?

Paul B. Kidd speaks with Jason Morrison about the increasing crime being conducted against our elderly, children and now, also pregnant women. Are times getting worse? Are drugs tearing apart our society?

Pregnant woman knifepoint robbery

Sydney police are appealing for public help to track down a knife-wielding thief who targeted a heavily pregnant woman at Campsie. Jason Morrison with police, and listen as Vicky Parker retells her horrific robbery story.