Shark victim farewelled; grandmother loses life savings; house prices tipped to plunge

Workers choosing freedom over higher pay

The cost of living crisis might be worsening, but it hasn't offset demand for a work-life balance and peace of mind. A major new study has found employees are increasingly choosing freedom over higher pay. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

New ambassador vows to fight Trump tariffs

Australia's new Ambassador to the United States has vowed to fight Donald Trump's unwanted tariffs. In his first interview, Greg Moriarty sat down with 7NEWS to talk trade, AUKUS and trying to win over the President more than Kevin Rudd did. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire

Elon Musk has become the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX hit the stock market, with investors backing plans to deploy AI satellites throughout the solar system. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

M12 motorway opens as gateway to Western Sydney Airport

It's being called the front door to Western Sydney Airport, and from tomorrow drivers will finally get the keys. The last link in the major motorway network connecting Sydney's new airport is set to open months before the first passengers arrive. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

One Nation's rise threatens two-party system

Pauline Hanson has told supporters she'll lead a growing underground movement in Australia, to "take back" her country. And she's certainly making an impact, a leading election analyst revealing One Nation's rise is part of a radical change likely to spell the end of our old two-party system. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.