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Rethink on child sex offenders?

Who will stand up for the poor little children? The murderer of Daniel Morcombe will be locked away, and Garry Linnell says he doesn't deserve to walk among us. John Stanley says people like this should never be free again.

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Rethink on child sex offenders?

Daniel Morcombe’s killer gets Life

Brett Peter Cowan has been sentenced to Life with a non-parole period of 20 years for the murder of Daniel Morcombe. Justice Atkinson says Cowan should never be released after murdering Daniel Morecombe.

Students vying for selective schools

Are you smarter than a primary schooler? If 13,930 are vying for 4,188 spots for selective school placements, how many will be disappointed? Angela Catterns on the questions in the exams just to get a place.

Pharmacy plan for health checks?

Would you be happy to go to your local pharmacists for a health check, rather than wait for your doctor? In the Hotseat, Dicko & Sarah discuss plans to allow pharmacies to do health checks. Would it ease waiting times?

News Forum with Angela Catterns

How could a flight simply vanish into thin air? Angela Catterns is joined by Mike Jeffreys and Andrew Clennell for the News Forum. What of the Biennale boycott, and the tragic story of the death of young Daniel Morcombe.

Now you can hire a friend?

Would you hire a friend for $60/h? A new website in Australia is offering just that. Is it payment for company that you cannot find elsewhere? John Stanley & Garry Linnell discuss Friends for Hire. Is it just for lonely people?

How do you deal with anger?

How do you deal with your anger? Blow up and it is all over, or do you brew? Dicko & Sarah argued over the topic several times before deciding to seek an expert on anger management. How best should you approach anger?

Are you safe around building sites?

John Stanley & Garry Linnell say answers are now sought on a huge blaze at Barangaroo construction site, which shrouded Sydney in smoke, caused traffic chaos, and saw a 50-metre crane threatening to topple.

Move parliament house to Blacktown?

Should we help bring more business to Sydney's Greater West, by moving government business to Blacktown? Dicko & Sarah on the proposal. Have your say, would you like to see parliament house moved to Blacktown?

Guilty: Morcombe trial outcome

Guilty: The jury has come to a decision, and found Brett Peter Cowan guilty of murdering teenager Daniel Morcombe. This closes the door on a decade of investigation and one of Queensland's biggest murder cases.

Angela & Wendy: 2UE Morning Tea

What's wrong with a bossy girl? Just ask Wendy Harmer and Angela Catterns. Reunited for Morning Tea on 2UE, the girls discuss a range of topics that take their fancy and invite you to join them each week on 954am.

How do you get rid of telemarketers?

How do you deal with telemarketers? What do you do to get rid of them? Angela Catterns seeks out the advice of Erica Elson who reveals the things to do, and what not to say to get rid of pesky telemarketers on the phone.

Mundine critical of school curriculum

Brian Carlton speaks with Warren Mundine, who has criticised the embedding of indigenous culture in all school subjects, arguing that science, maths and physics should be taught without any cultural perspectives.

Sex addict reveals his lust for life

What is life like as a sex addict? Were women for conquest, or just seen as victims? Dicko & Sarah present a fascinating interview with Ken Fergusson who speaks candidly of lust & sex, before finding his true love.

Tolls for every road across Sydney?

Should drivers be forced to pay tolls on all roads? John Stanley & Garry Linnell look at a radical new 'user pay system' report calling for cars to be tracked by GPS and then be charged based on the distance they travel. Have Your Say!

Open up national parks to tourism?

Are we too precious of our national parks? Should they be opened up to cater for more tourism development? Angela Catterns on areas being opened to more people and not just those with 'rucksacks & two-man tents'.

Sydney light rail: calls for extension?

If a Parramatta to Macquarie Park light rail line is constructed, should it go through Carlingford to support the growing population? Justin Smith with Hills Shire Mayor Dr Michelle Byrne on calls for the light rail infrastructure.

Church joins Boxing Day retail boycott

Sydney church leaders campaigning against public holiday retail trading, say it's bad for shoppers as well as workers. Religious groups join unions lobbying state government not to ease trading restrictions on Boxing Day.

P&C reform as parents need a voice?

The peak body representing public school parents could be dismantled amid claims it's failing to give parents a voice. Education Minister Adrian Piccoli is considering legislation to deal with what he says has become a "rabble".

Fire takes hold at Barangaroo site

Fire crews were called to the base of a crane on fire at Barrangaroo construction site. Fire started in wood work that had been laid to pour concrete. Jess Pelliccione with the latest on the fire at the construction site.

Indian mum group founder speaks out

A woman has set up a group to get together mums of Indian culture, but she has been getting a lot of flak. Justin Smith with Minnie Singh-Murphy on racism, joining with like-minded friends, and the abuse she received.

Reg Livermore: stage royalty in Oz

He has captivated, amused & enthralled for over 5 decades. From Rocky Horror, Betty Blokk Buster, to our small screen. Dicko & Sarah with entertainment legend Reg Livermore ahead of taking to the stage in Wicked.

Where is the internet headed?

How has the internet changed your life? More contact with family and friends? The ability to work from home? Dicko & Sarah discuss the 25th birthday of the internet and how it changed the world and where it is heading.

Hotseat: mum's group discrimination?

Would it be wrong to set up a mothers group for just Indian mums? What of a gathering for an Anglo-Aussie mums only? Dicko & Sarah pose the question in the Hotseat, is it ok to hang out with your own kind now & then?

How will credit changes affect you?

Your credit may be at risk if you fail to pay a bill? John Stanley & Garry Linnell look at the changes to credit reporting and how it will affect every one of us. Skip a bill, what will it mean for your credit rating?

A captivating life with orangutans

Imagine spending 8 years with orangutans in your bed? Angela Catterns speaks with Lone Droscher Nielsen, the founder of the largest orangutan rehabilitation centre who shares a story of desperation, humour and hope.

Late doctors should give discounts?

2UE Video Editorial: Ever had to wait for the doctor or dentist? Some wait up to an hour after their scheduled time to get service. Garry Linnell is behind a push to have those who are late give a discount on services? Have Your Say!

Teacher charged with indecent assault

A Sydney high school teacher has been charged with indecently assaulting a 12-year-old student. The 67yo man was arrested following a complaint from a girl who alleges he indecently assaulted her twice last week.

Flu season hitting early this year?

This flu season, it seems it's better to be older, with warnings 24 to 64 year olds are most at risk of death. Already this year 2,500 Australians have been hit with the flu, a five-fold increase on last year. What should you do?

The best spins of the news week

Who is behind the biggest spin of the week? John Stanley and Garry Linnell look at the spin cycle in this week's news with Sue Cato. What spin is being used over the missing Malaysian Airlines flight and lack of NRL crowds.

Sydney's worst traffic snarl spots?

What are the worst choke points on your drive to or from work? The bottlenecks where you are guaranteed to get traffic snarls? Justin Smith on where you are likely to come unstuck with a smooth drive on Sydney roads.

Search for mystery flight MH370

Malaysian authorities are doubling the size of the search area for missing flight MH370, with efforts so far failing to find any trace. Justin Smith on stolen passports, widening search, and the mystery of the missing aircraft.

Sports Today: clash of heavyweights

Sports Today chat with Alex Leapai, Aussie heavyweight boxer. Gibbsy & Brandy with the man labeled our local Rocky, aiming to win the unified world heavyweight title against Wladimir Klitschko next month.