From energy policy to migration, Michael McLaren outlined how factional infighting is crippling the Liberal Party’s main platform. He argued that One Nation’s direct, unified voice is winning over conservative voters who feel completely shut out by party HQ. Listen to more highlights from Afternoons below: Image: Getty / Hilary Wardhaugh

 NSW Premier Chris Minns has taken aim at his Federal counterparts, saying that Government spending is a key issue for his state. The Premier says that it’s his role to help in lowering Goverment spending, despite spending more than expected in their own budget. Listen to more highlights below: IMAGE CREDIT / GETTY IMAGES

 Business owners are being dealt another blow.  The Reserve Bank’s ban on credit card surcharges comes into effect today. Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / GETTY IMAGES, ISTOCK  

 One of NSW’s biggest coal mines has secured a win. The Hunter Valley Operations will be able to keep operating.  Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / ISTOCK

 A town in regional NSW is celebrating this morning. Another major wind farm project has been axed in the New England Renewable Zone. Hear more highlights from Ben Fordham Live in the playlist below and give us a follow on Apple Podcasts: IMAGE CREDIT / ISTOCK

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