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Saturday November 16, 2013

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Denis Napthine's and Tony Abbott's stances on church sex abuse are miles apart, and Tom Elliott says this is very 'worrisome'.

Denis Napthine's and Tony Abbott's stances on church sex abuse are miles apart, and Tom Elliott says this is very 'worrisome'.

NEWS AND VIEWS

Tony Abbott criticised for reaction to sex abuse report

3AW DRIVE: Tom Elliott has commended Victorian Premier Denis Napthine for taking a hardline stance on the Catholic church's history of child sex abuse and cover-ups, but criticised PM Tony Abbott.

THE LATEST NEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS

Buy, Swap & Sell: November 16

Buy, Swap and Sell: Garage Sale List BAG A BARGAIN: Check out the 3AW Weekends' Buy Swap and Sell List for November 16. Find a bargain every week with Darren James!

Milne pleads not guilty to rape

Stephen Milne has pleaded not guilty to three rape charges. One charge was dismissed. COURT: Former St Kilda footballer Stephen Milne has been ordered to stand trial on three of the four rape charges he faces.

KFC gears up for cricket season

KFC set to instill RUMOUR CONFIRMED: We've had some late developments from Ross and John's Rumour File this morning.

Tom Elliott: All of us are the victims

Tom Elliott says State Parliament is a mess. TOM ELLIOTT: State Parliament is in a big mess right now, and all of us are the victims!

Daniel Andrews: 'He should go'

Opposition leader Daniel Andrews speaks with Neil Mitchell. WATCH: Opposition leader Daniel Andrews says Speaker Ken Smith is an embarrassment, claiming "he serves the Liberal party, not the parliament".

Man arrested over child stealing

Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers LATEST: Police say a dramatic arrest at Southern Cross station this morning involved a man wanted on child stealing offences.

Volkswagon recalls 2.6 million cars

Wolkswagon FAULTS: Volkswagen is recalling 2.6 million cars with major faults on the same day a Coroner is due to release a report into a fatal accident involving one of the cars.

Car occupants 'appeared drunk'

Three people aged in their 40s were travelling in a silver Mercedes when it clipped a taxi and smashed into fence. PHOTO: A witness to a spectacular hit-run crash involving a Mercedes-Benz in Armadale overnight says the occupants appeared to be intoxicated.

Ex-magistrate sexually abused boys

Simon Cooper COURT REPORT: A court's heard a former magistrate who's pleaded guilty to seven counts of sexual acts involving two teenage brothers broke the trust of the brothers' family who was known to him.

Leaked email shows Victorian crisis

Brawl at Victorian jail. NEIL MITCHELL: Here's a few facts that should have been discussed in parliament, instead of everyone leaving early.

Ela tastes the 'most liveable city'

Pork dumpling. ELA CARTE: For the third year in a row, Melbourne is named the most liveable city in the world and Chef Shane Delia has represented this most liveable city on a plate.

Police cell quotas smashed

Neil Mitchell says the Police force dropped the ball on a certain case. CELL CRISIS: The state's police cell maximum quota was smashed by more than 100% last night.

Grandson stole widower's jewellery

Justice department MAGISTRATES' COURT: An 84-year-old widower has described his heartbreak after his grandson sold his jewellery collection to pay for drugs and alcohol.

International child porn bust

Facebook hand (FFX) INTERNATIONAL BUST: Sixty-five Australians have been arrested as part of a massive worldwide child pornography ring.

What's on at the cinema this week?

Bad Grandpa REVIEWS: This week Jim reviews Enough Said, The Fifth Estate, Bad Grandpa, The Family, Ain't them bodies Saints, Lygon Street: Si Parla Italiano.

'I am a complete hypocrite'

Lisa Wilkinson set to have a live mammogram on the Today show. LISTEN: Today show host Lisa Wilkinson is preparing to have a mammogram on live television after a US newsreader discovered she had breast cancer following her examination on Good Morning America.

Fraser: 'Oh you've got a lot to learn'

Dawn Fraser speaks with Denis Walter. LISTEN: Dawn Fraser tells Denis Walter today’s athletes have a lot to learn.

Jnr Rudd responds to Griffith talk

Jessica Rudd says the POLITICS: Kevin Rudd's daughter has responded to speculation she will take over the former Prime Minister's seat of Griffith.

Why we're being ripped-off

Online Shopping TOM ELLIOTT: I want to have a look at why so many goods and services cost so much more here than in other countries around the world.

Abbott: Pell a 'fine human being'

MINI-CLIPS: Click here for the full interview, including Tony Abbott taking calls on housing prices. MINI-CLIPS: Prime Minister Tony Abbott has defended Cardinal George Pell's character amid criticism of his role in the cover-up of child abuse in the Catholic church.

Saints unveil Alan Richardson

Richo SPORTS TODAY: St Kilda has unveiled Alan Richardson as its new senior coach and Gerard and Dwayne spoke to him on Sports Today.

Ken Smith storms out of parliament

Speaker Ken Smith has stormed out of parliament. UPDATE: State Parliament has been shut down after a morning of verbal brawling between the embattled Speaker and the opposition.

Smoking to be banned at prisons

It is reported in Fairfax papers today that judges will have to take into account Aboriginality and disadvantaged upbringing when sentencing. VICTORIA: Victorian prisoners will be banned from smoking in a bid to improve the health of the state's prison population. The ban will take effect on the 1st of July 2015.

Dinner prank victim tells of apology

Ashley told 3AW Breakfast of the pair's concocted identity and a Facebook apology. RUMOUR CONFIRMED: One of the women from whom two Essendon players attempted to scam a free meal described their behaviour as 'dumb'.

'We have spoken to this woman'

Neil Mitchell says the Police force dropped the ball on a certain case. NEIL MITCHELL: The allegation is that the woman was raped at an overnight camp organised by the Labor party.

Caviar's brother fighting for its life

Black Caviar's half-brother known as 'Jimmy'. LISTEN: The half-brother of champion horse Black Caviar is fighting for its life after anti-biotics from a spider bite caused laminitis.

Online dater viciously bashed

Shey Webber, 34, was found unconscious in the hallway of her Regency Terrace home after a courier delivering a parcel noticed blood and signs of a disturbance on Wednesday last week. PHOTOS: Police are investigating whether online dating has led to a woman being viciously attacked in her home at Warranwood in Melbourne's north-east.

Show & tell: 'Mummy's rocket ship?'

School mum SCHOOL DAYS: What are some of the more peculiar items your child has taken to school for show and tell? Some of the stories we've collected are jaw-droppingly funny.

The end: Rudd quits

Kevin Rudd announces his retirement from Federal Parliament. POLITICS: Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd shocked colleagues and opponents last night, announcing his resignation.

We've got to stop the gloating: Warne

Shane Warne in the studio with Neil Mitchell THE ASHES: Spin King Shane Warne says the Australians need to show some fight on their home turf if they want to reclaim the Ashes from England.

'The Greens are like that, aren't they?'

Bishop 3AW DRIVE: The first few days of the new parliament have been mired in name-calling and petty jibes, but speaker Bronwyn Bishop says it's a side effect of a 'robust debate' necessary for the future of Australia.

Sly: Chopper's poem 'for you, Ross'

Mark MORNING RADIO: What kept one of Australia's most notorious criminals entertained in prison?

Tech savvy man catches fugitive

Man locates fugitive through iCould feature. LISTEN: Police are applauding a tech savvy sleuth who used his computer to catch a fugitive.

What's on 3AW

3AW Breakfast goes racing!

Burnso can't believe his eyes as fashion guru Jeff Banks dresses him like a proper man for Derby day. PART 4: Ross Stevenson wraps up the spring carnival with some of racing's quirkiest footage and mystery.

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Breakfast with Ross and John

Ross and John Ross Stevenson and John Burns entertain listeners with their razor sharp wit and oddball humour every morning. And every day the best segments of their on-air - and sometimes off-air - program are published on 3AW.com.au.

Mornings with Neil Mitchell

Neil Mitchell Neil Mitchell is one of Australia’s most experienced journalists. He sets the Melbourne news agenda every day from 8:30am to 12pm.

Afternoons with Denis Walter

Denis Walter 3AW Afternoons provides a feast of entertainment and helpful information between 12 and 3pm every Monday to Friday. Denis Walter, one of 3AW's favourites, hosts the program each day - with highlights regularly uploaded to 3AW.com.au.

Drive with Tom Elliott

Tom Elliot Take a new way home with Tom Elliott. In an all-new, three-hour Drive Program, Tom Elliott tackles the issues affecting Melbourne, bringing you the latest news, information, opinion and talk back.

3AW's Sports Today

Sports Today Former AFL stars Dwayne Russell and Gerard Healy keep you informed about the game all year round, but particularly in-season. When AFL takes a break, the boys ensure all of your sporting requirements are met.

3AW Football Central

3AW Football - Brian Taylor In 2013, the 3AW Football team is the most experienced and successful in the league. This is your home for all 3AW Footy news, views and analysis. 3AW is Football.

Nightline with Bruce and Phil

Bruce and Phil Now in their 18th year together, Bruce and Phil are as fresh as ever hosting Australia's most listened to Evening Program . Sunday - Thursday from 8pm until Midnight.

3AW Weekends

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Neil's Pics

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Pub of the Week 2013

Pub of the Week 2013 Tony Leonard is back for a 19th year reviewing Melbourne's best pubs. Listen to the famous segment with Neil Mitchell at 11:40 every Friday.

Cleaning guru Shannon Lush

Shannon Lush Shannon Lush is our resident natural product cleaning lady. Do you have any goo that needs removing? Any stubborn stains that won't budge? Shannon will have the answers! Listen to her latest segment now and leave a question for next time.

3AW Food

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Andrew McLaren Overnight

Andrew McLaren Andrew McLaren helps Melbourne get through the night with a refreshing edge. From midnight to 5:30am weekdays, he will keep you entertained and informed.

Justin Smith: Sorry, What?

Justin Smith. Senior Producer of the Neil Mitchell program and fill-in Mornings presenter Justin Smith gives his take on the world.

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Movies with Jim Schembri

Jimmy S Jim Schembri is one of Australia's most respected film critics. Click here for all your Jim Schembri film reviews, top ten lists, interviews with Australian and Hollywood talent and much much more.

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