Michael McLaren has called out Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers for trying to ignore record level government spending led to the RBA’s decision to raise the cash rate on Tuesday. He points out while the RBA never explicitly stated government record level spending, leading economists agree government spending was included in the data the RBA looked […]
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RBA makes call on cash rate
The RBA has increased the official cash rate by 25 basis points. Scott Phillips from Motley Fool has told Michael McLaren the cash hike has been blamed on the conflict in the Middle East and the ongoing fuel crisis. “I think they’re trying to do the right thing by home borrowers. They’re trying to be kind,” […]
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17/03/2026
McLaren – What Australia is risking by staying out of the US-Iran conflict
Michael McLaren has issued a warning to the various American allies, including Australia, who have chosen not to get involved in Trump’s bid to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He’s pointed out the refusal to get involved will not only drag out Australia’s fuel crisis, but will serve as a reminder to the United States […]
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Michael McLaren – The existential threat to the major Parties
Pauline Hanson’s One Nation has caught up to the major parties, with NSW voters vastly preferring them over Labor and the Coalition. 2GB Afternoons host Michael McLaren says it’s becoming clear that the Australian public and the media can no longer ignore the Queensland senator’s party, pointing to the Nationals under Matt Canavan and his […]
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16/03/2026
Great Western Highway to remain closed for three months over safety concerns
The NSW government has confirmed the Great Western Highway will stay closed for a minimum of three months, due to safety concerns. Minister for Roads and Regional Transport Jenny Aitchison joined 2GB Afternoons to provide an update on why the highway will remain closed for a further three months. Ron Finemore Transport Executive […]
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Each Friday, Michael McLaren is joined by Domain’s Alice Stolz for ‘The Real Estate Show’, looking at Sydney’s hot property market and taking your questions. Fill in this 2GB Afternoons Property Valuation Form to send to our team! – (Your details will be stored with us so that we can take it to our Real […]
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