Wealth of Australia's 178 billionaires exceeds $686bn, says new Oxfam analysis

Labor MPs asked to allocate spare funds towards ad campaign for federal budget

Plus- Choice wants the government and ACCC to crack down on online marketplaces selling unsafe products.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

UN warns world to prepare for El Niño event by September

Plus- two Big Bash League sides are set to merge.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith case back in court

The matter will return on September 1.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Mixed reactions to minimum and award wage rise

Lowest paid Aussies getting a 6 per cent increase in minimum wage.  See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Chalmers backs pay rise as cost relief

The minimum wage and award rates are going up, giving millions a welcome cash bump. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.