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Arnold Dix, an Australian engineer and geologist, has described the rescue of two workers nine days after deadly floods in Nepal as a significant achievement for humanity. The workers were found alive in a flooded hydropower tunnel in the Trishuli 3A project, bringing renewed hope amidst the devastation caused by the flash flooding disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border. Dix, who previously worked at Ground Zero after the September 11 attacks, emphasized that this rescue represents one of the great successes of the 21st century.

In a recent episode of the Back to Back Barries podcast, hosts Tony Barry and Sean Kelly analyzed the impact of One Nation on Labor’s immigration policy following contradictory statements from both parties. They debated whether Labor is being swayed by One Nation’s views and assessed the government's efforts to advocate for immigration. The discussion also included concessions made by the Albanese government regarding GST and renewable energy for data centers, alongside concerns about upcoming inflation and potential interest rate hikes.

Penny Wong, Australia's Foreign Affairs Minister, confirmed that at least 34 Australians are among those missing following the flash floods that struck the Nepal-Tibet border. Wong stated that additional personnel from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) have been deployed to assist in the situation. She highlighted that many Australians travel to the region for trekking and spiritual experiences but refrained from disclosing specific details about the missing individuals until the government has communicated with their families.

Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry discussed two significant political deals struck between the Coalition and Labor concerning gambling advertising and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) during their podcast. They also looked ahead to the upcoming byelection in Western Australia’s Secret Harbour electorate, speculating on One Nation's potential impact on the election outcome. The podcast highlighted the passage of a controversial NDIS bill through the Senate, which received substantial amendments amid criticisms from figures like David Pocock regarding the gambling bill deal.

Penny Wong expressed Australia’s outrage at the Israeli government's decision to refrain from criminally investigating the killing of Zomi Frankcom and her colleagues from World Central Kitchen. Following a meeting with Israeli ambassador Hillel Newman, Wong criticized the lack of notice given to the Australian government, which prevented timely communication with Frankcom's family. She described the Israeli government's actions as particularly insulting and hurtful to the victims' loved ones, humanitarian workers, and the Australian public.