Mornings with Mark Levy

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Joining 2GB Mornings, Shadow Immigration Minister Jonathan Duniam could not confirm when the Coalition will release its immigration policy.

He tells Mark Levy that the policy could come 'next week'. 

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Architect Michael Arad had only recently moved to New York City, when he watched the world's worst terror attack unfold. 

He watched from his apartment as one of the hijacked planes flew directly into the South Tower of the World Trade Centre. 

At the time, Michael did not realise he would end up designing the 9/11 Memorial Plaza. The eight acre plot today recognises the lives lost, and the everyday heroes made, on that awful day. 

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Liberal MP Andrew Hastie has called out One Nation's 'double standards' after taking aim at their cartoon series which labelled him a 'traitor'. 

Mr Hastie has told Mark Levy Pauline Hanson has "picked a fight with the wrong veteran". 
He's also told 2GB Mornings that he does not expect to be called before the criminal trial of Ben Roberts-Smith. 

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Australian writer and widow of former Prime Minister Bob Hawke has died at the age of 82. 

The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, has shared a statement on her passing. 

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2GB Mornings listener Zoran spent at least 20 hours in St George Hospital's Emergency Department, waiting for a bed for his daughter.

As Zoran waited, the NSW Health Minister Ryan Park was giving a press conference outside that very facility. 

The State Government says our hosptials are full, due to wait times for NDIS and Aged Care services funded by their federal counterparts.

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Senator and Veteran Jacqui Lambie joins Mark Levy, hitting out at the government for not already scrapping the $5,000 allied health cap, which is now the subject of a discussion paper. 

Senator Lambie has told 2GB Mornings that our nation 'will see suicides' because of how veterans are treated.

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After 2GB Mornings exclusively revealed an attempted contraband drop at the state's highest security prison, one corrections officer has told Mark Levy that drone usage has seen the practice 'ramp up'. 

Darren King, Public Service Association Prison Officers Vocational Branch Chair, has told Mark Levy that they can't stop all items getting into our prisons. 

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2GB Mornings can confirm a drone has been used by criminals attempting to deliver contraband to prisoners at Goulburn Correctional Centre. 

Everything from phones to torx and allen keys were in the delivery, headed for a high-risk rapper. 
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This week Mark Levy headed out to Castle Hill Police Station, to chat with NSW Police about the work they do to protect our state.

Listen to hear interviews with NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon, local Commander Naomi Moore and three young cadets keen to become fully fledged police officers. 

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One Nation's newly minted leader Mike Newman's pitch was bring more investment to New South Wales, but crime is front of mind after a number of major gang-crime incidents in the last week. 

Mr Newman has told Mark Levy that "DEI" and "Pronouns" are wasting time for police, calling for the removal of body-worn cameras on police officers. 

He also hit out at the judicial system, saying that people should not be given a slap on the wrist by the courts. 

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Following back-to-back days of innocent people being killed and caught in the crossfire of gangland shootings, a passionate Mark Levy issued a stern message to the NSW Government.

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NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane slammed the state government's response to gang crime, saying families in Sydney are "terrified". She stopped short of calling for mandatory minimum sentences for gang related crime. 

The leader spoke about what she called mixed messaging on drugs from the State Government in the wake of new pill testing funding. 

Ms Sloane was also pressed on her leadership, and the resignation of Liberal Party star, Manly MP James Griffin.

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Mark Levy didn't hold back in calling out Health Minister Ryan Park and the NSW Government, who are set to make pill testing permanent.

Levy said it sends a "shocking message" when it comes to combating local crime and encouraging young people to avoid taking drugs.

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In an exclusive interview from Castle Hill Police Station, Mark Levy spoke to NSW Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon about his first year as head of the Force. 

The Commissioner reflects on leading NSW Police during the Bondi Terror Attack, and the impact of gang crime on our state. 

Mal Lanyon will mark one year as Commissioner in October.

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Mark Levy wasn't letting Veterans’ Affairs Minister Matt Keogh off the hook following a new development regarding the controversial $5,000 annual cap on allied health services for our veterans.

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One Nation leader Pauline Hanson phoned in to chat with Mark Levy on a host of topics, including recent election success in WA, current polling trends, and safety fears facing her.

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There's finally a positive update for small businesses and locals impacted by the Victoria Pass road closure on the Great Western Highway.

Roads Minister Jenny Aitchison has confirmed to 2GB Mornings that crews are "working day and night" and major work to restore the road has commenced.

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Liberal MP Andrew Hastie, a former SAS commander, spoke with Mark Levy about the ongoing drama impacting the nation's veterans.

2GB Mornings has been the voice for veterans in need in recent weeks, with the open line connecting Levy with former soldiers who want the government to take their health battles more seriously.

Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh has faced harsh criticism over his failure to meet with veterans on key concerns, including the newly introduced $5,000 annual cap on allied health services.

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A listener was forced to phone 2GB for urgent help after waiting over 20 hours with chest pains in the emergency department at Westmead Hospital.

 The caller, Bernard, revealed to Mark Levy that he had still not been provided a bed.

Following his desperate call, Health Minister Ryan Park reached out to 2GB Mornings to confirm he had heard Bernard's ordeal and would immediately look into the matter.

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Correctional officers across the state have walked off the job today after an inmate allegedly assaulted a corrections officer and then was given bail.

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Australian veteran Chris May OAM spoke with Mark Levy to shed light on the systemic challenges current and former ADF personnel face when seeking support for service-related injuries and mental health battles.

The treatment of Australia's veterans has come under intense scrutiny recently.

Veterans’ Affairs Minister Matt Keogh has faced harsh criticism over his failure to meet with veterans on key concerns, including the newly introduced $5,000 annual cap on allied health services.

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Mark Levy has urged calm among fans and the media following allegations surrounding five Sydney Swans players involved in a hotel incident last week.

With no police charges laid or formal questioning taking place, Levy cautioned against premature judgment, encouraging supporters to stick to the facts rather than demanding immediate action from the AFL or the club.

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