The Drum takes you on a lively and thought-provoking journey through the issues of the day. Our hosts moderate discussions with an ever-changing panel drawn from all walks of life, representing all parts of the political and social spectrums. From politics to sport and everything in between, you'll get views and analysis on the stories behind the story.
The Drum is on Monday to Friday at 6pm (EST) on ABC News 24.
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Tonight on The Drum: A coalition staffer resigns, Belgium legalises euthanasia for children, and Australian scientists call for action on dwindling number of maths students.
Topics: government-and-politics, medical-ethics, education, australia
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Tonight on The Drum: Qantas asks for a helping hand...and looks like getting it; Belgium set to extend its euthanasia laws to young children; and how did Australia become the greatest surfing nation on earth? We'll talk to the author of a new book about the history of riding the big waves.
Topics: government-and-politics, medical-ethics, australia
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Host Julia Baird joined by Peter FitzSimons, Jessica Irvine and David Miles. Topics: Improving Indigenous disadvantage, asylum seeker policy and Toyota's decision to exit Australia. #TheDrum
Topics: government-and-politics, indigenous-policy, australia
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Host Julia Baird joined by Sean Kelly, Judith Whelan & Marius Benson. Topics: fresh job losses at Toyota, Schapelle Corby celebrates her freedom & minumum alcohol pricing #The Drum
Topics: government-and-politics, australia
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