John Stanley on the new parliament under PM Tony Abbott

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Are our new MPs behaving badly?

Prime Minister Tony Abbott's parliament term began this week with a call for more civil behavior from our MPs. John Stanley has a few thoughts on what to expect ahead, as civility gets thrown out the window.

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Crackdown need on some truckies?

Our truckies are some of the hardest workers, but are there too many cowboys driving these days? Tim Webster on unroadworthy trucks, and that damage on the M5 this week bringing Sydney's roads to a standstill.

Cemeteries to lease burial plots?

Should cemetery plots be allowed to be leased and opened up for reuse? A controversial bill has been passed allowing plot reuse, but Brian Carlton questions whether there are benefits for everyone?

Celtic Woman perform Danny Boy

Celtic Woman have the most amazing voices and with fans around the world, they are growing ever more in popularity. Listen as they perform for Stuart Bocking and you’ll hear why the girls are loved by millions.

Where to put 2nd Sydney airport?

Should a second airport for Sydney be built at Badgery's Creek? Paul Murray reveals that MPs are sounding out Prime Minister Tony Abbott about a second Sydney airport, but just where should it be built?

The Long Lunch on 2UE 954

The Long Lunch with Todd McKenney, John Stanley and Stuart Bocking looking at the news events and issues of the week on 2UE 954.

$54k average spent on weddings?

The average wedding now costs around $54K! What is that money spent on? Paul Murray speak to a wedding planner to discuss what most people want. What's the most you've heard spend on a wedding.

Afghanistan wall now destroyed

The memorial to the 40 Aussie soldiers killed in Afghanistan has been destroyed. Paul Murray reveals army engineers moved in to destroy the wall of names. Even the Prime Minister was outranked on the decision.

Aussies arrested in child porn sting

At least six Australian children have been rescued following an investigation into a worldwide child pornography ring, which has seen 348 people arrested. 65 of those people have been arrested here in Australia.

Cleo's male centerfold returns

Cleo's male centerfold is back, after being killed off by former editor Lisa Wilkinson in the mid-1980s. Dicko & Sarah speak with Jordan Stenmark, who is the new centre spread in the magazine for young women.

Santa photos with kids & pets?

Santa Clause is working with both animals and children this year. Seems there are people lining up to get photos with Santa with their pets at Westfield. Dicko & Sarah discuss the idea with 2UE's Paul Murray.

DPP challenge on Kelly sentence

Victims groups fear there is only a "slim" chance an appeal against the sentence given to Thomas Kelly's killer will be successful. The DPP has confirmed it will challenge the 4 year jail term handed to Keiran Loveridge.

Was Kevin Rudd a great PM?

Kevin Rudd has made a tear filled farewell speech to parliament to announce his resignation from parliament. Mark Latham reflects on his announcement to quit ahead of the new parliament in Canberra.

Thank you, from 2UE

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Video: Brian Cadd & Glenn Shorrock

Glenn Shorrock and Brian Cadd jumped at the chance to perform for the 2UE Christmas Appeal for The Children's Hospital at Westmead. Watch them perform one of their classics onstage for Stuart Bocking.

Video: The Collective on 2UE

The Collective decided they wanted to help us to raise funds for The Children's Hospital in Westmead. They perform a self penned track for the staff and children for the 2UE Christmas Appeal for the hospital.

2UE Video: Marina Prior performs

Marina Prior lights up the Children's Hospital at Westmead with her rendition of a Christmas classic. The songstress joins Stuart Bocking in helping raise much needed funds to help our 2UE Christmas Appeal.

Video: Paulini performs for 2UE

Paulini grew up in Western Sydney and so jumped at the chance of joining 2UE at The Children's Hospital at Westmead to help raise donations. Watch her perform a knockout classic Christmas track on 2UE.

Video: Adam Brand at his best

Adam Brand is a songwriter that tells stories on our life, and what it means to be an Australian. He's simply one of the best we have. He was first in when asked to perform for The Childrens Hospital at Westmead.

2UE Video: Damien Leith performs

When we asked Damien Leith to join us at the Children's Hospital at Westmead to raise donations, he jumped at the chance. He performs a Roy Orbison classic, and look out for his new album Chapter Seven.

2UE Video: Anthony Callea

2UE VIDEO: Anthony Callea called into the Children's Hospital at Westmead to hand out 200 tickets to see Grease, and perform a Christmas Classic for Dicko & Sarah. Please, help and donate today.

2UE Video: Jasmine Rae Live

Jasmine Rae is nominated for three Golden Guitars and an ARIA award for her incredible gift with writing great songs. The country songstress performs for Paul Murray at The Children's Hospital at Westmead.

Jason finishes the race for Grace

Jason Morrison hits the bike with Dr Nadia Badawi Head of the Grace Centre for Newborn Care at The Children's Hospital at Westmead. He helps finish the 24 hour race for Grace to raise donations.

Bring back the cane to schools?

Despite being banned in 1995, many of us think it is time to bring back the cane into state schools. Jason Morrison on preparing children for their life ahead, and facing the consequences for misdemeanor actions.

Dawn Fraser: what she has learned

A rule-breaker, record-breaker, and Australian of the Year and Dawn Fraser says she's learned a thing or two along the way. Stuart Bocking speaks with our greatest Olympian and share a few personal gems.

Simon Gittany remanded in custody

A Sydney man accused of throwing his fiancee off their balcony has been recalled to the stand to give evidence at his murder trial. Leonie Ryan reports Simon Gittany has been remanded in custody ahead of the verdict.

Bailey Test debut in Ashes opener

George Bailey will make his Test debut in the Ashes series opener at the Gabba starting on Thursday week. Stuart Bocking discusses the line up as selectors hope for a much-needed middle order stability.

Companies ignore minute's silence?

The Veteran Affairs Minister has hit out at companies who didn't observe the minute's silence for Remembrance Day yesterday. Dicko & Sarah raised concerns that too many big businesses forgot our Diggers.

Clive Palmer the new maverick MP?

The other focus of attention in the new parliament will be Clive Palmer and what he has to say, particularly his maiden speech. Dicko & Sarah on the MP that is the new maverick as parliament resumes for another term.

Qantas unveil indigenous design

Qantas has unveiled a new plane inspired by the work of the late indigenous painter Paddy Bedford at Boeing Field in Seattle. Swans star Adam Goodes joined members of the artist's family to honour his memory.

All eyes on the 44th Parliament?

The 44th Parliament begins today and many MPs are first timers to the house on the hill. Dicko & Sarah look at what we can expect with Hugh Rimmington, who says all eyes will be on new Speaker Bronwyn Bishop.

Aussie in suicide bomb attack?

New video has emerged of a man claimed to be Australia’s first suicide bomber. Published by an Al Qaeda-linked group, Paul Murray on the concerns that one of ours has blown themselves up in an attack.

Cook: greatest maritime explorer?

Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time, but just how much do you know of his story? George & Paul with Cook author Rob Mundle on the mystery unraveled of Terra Australis Incognita.

Do you shop small & support local?

As well as having one of Sydney’s best restaurants, Billy Kwong, Kylie Kwong hosts a stall at the Eveleigh Markets every Saturday. She speaks to John Stanley about the importance of supporting small business.