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ACA viewers.. that's you! Love a bird story. When we got an emails complaining about a man feeding birds at the crack of dawn, we were curious. So we sent Maggie Raworth to investigate. Residents in one apartment building have been unable to sleep because of the noise and the area is just covered in bird poo. Maggie tells us how she caught birdman in the act.. so who is he? Plus her stint moonlighting as Peggy Gaworth to catch a love scammer. Late night chats and finally a call to reveal all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They're the worst of the worst, preying on a vulnerable emotion- love. Romance scammers can target anyone and you'd be surprised the people they manage to trick. Kylee Dennis is a former detective who now runs her own investigation agency after her own mum fell victim to a love scam. She tells us how they operate, the scary scale of their operations overseas- and her surprising conversations with the person on the other side when she confronts them. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We love to blame them and we love to hate them but we also love to see their shots. Jamie Fawcett is a news photographer or as some like to call him a paparazzo. He's taken some of the most viewed and famous photos that have made our headlines. He shares his stories behind the lense, from a beauty queen's bali wedding to getting naked on a nude beach to get a snap of Katy Perry and chasing Tom Cruise through the harbour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Wake-up Jeff' It's a phrase as iconic as the man himself. The OG purple Wiggle Jeff. This year The Wiggles are celebrating 35 years of entertaining kids right around the world. Generations of children have grown up with 'Hot Potato' and 'Fruit Salad'. We wind the clock back and ask 'who were they before they were four famous men in colourful skivvies?' Lizzie caught up with original band members Purple Wiggle Jeff and Blue Wiggle Anthony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He was Australia's most famous and notorious serial killers and his name- Ivan Milat. He abducted, assaulted and murdered seven young backpackers between 1989 and 1992. Till his last breath- he never admitted to the murders. Now a parliamentary inquiry is asking the question- could have killed more? Linking him to unsolved coldcases. Is this finally justice for families or is it giving them false hope? Our Crime Editor Simon Bouda has been following this story from the very beginning and shares with us never heard before snippets of Milat's final interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember when three baboons escaped from a Sydney hospital back in 2020, where did they come from? Steve delves into the secretive animal testing facility and makes us think about whether it's still necessary. We get a big win against the NDIS- Erin follows the story of Luke who has MND. He needed 24/7 care but why was his application rejected? And Lizzie has a bit too much fun in a 'Romantasy' book store... she's got us hot under the collar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the age old questions.. are we alone? With the release of the UAP files by the White House- do aliens exist? Have UFOs have been flying in our skies. We do a deep dive with special guest U.S. Lieutenant colonel Tony Shaffer.. has he seen something extra-terrestrial? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Struhs was only 8-years-old when she died. Her parents and other members of their cult 'The Saints' are now in prison over her death. Denying the child who was a type 1 diabetic, access to health care. Instead believing she would be healed through prayer and by God. A Current Affair Reporter Pippa Bradshaw has been following the case right from the beginning and and is also host of award winning podcast 'The Saints'. We delve into the ins and outs of the case and the next part in the saga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lauren Huxley. It's a name most Australians will always remember after she endured a horrific attack at the hands of a stranger. He's showed no remorse and never to admitting to attacking her. And playing cupid- loneliness can strike the best of us, but its harder when you're a retiree. So can we find the perfect match for them? Plus It must be bloody delicious because this takeaway is battling thieves.. stealing their chicken salt. Even a cockatoo got in on it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you thought the DA process was complex, wait until what we've got for you today. Plus Lizzie takes us through her day with Marrjon, a young teenager using the NDIS to gain some vital work experience. And Steve's latest toys helping us chase down the bad guys. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anais was just doing her job when a random passerby flipped a plate into her face breaking her tooth, has anyone seen this angry woman? Plus council madness at the Hawkesbury- where the local volunteer journalists have been banned from council grounds including swimming pools. They've been told they're a hazard. Also Ailin's life in limbo- the 17 year old who is as Aussie as they come, yet why could she be kicked out of the country at any time. Don't miss Lizzie's humble brag- she's put a challenge out to all runners on Strava to beat her legendary status. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're all feeling it right now- the budgets are stretched, and they are tight. We speak to Nine's Money Effie Zahos about it and her very practical tips that help you get a leg up even when it feels impossible. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Freedom'. That's how AnnastaciaPalaszczuk describes life post-politics. But it's the opposite that the former Queensland Premier will be remembered for. Her tough restrictions during the pandemic no doubt saving lives - but destroying others. n her nine years in the top job, there were four Prime Ministers - now, the chance to be honest about what she really thought. This is the extended interview with A Current Affair host Ally Langdon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like to serve inside the White House? We are very lucky to be joined by for Clinton Administration staffer and political commentator Laura Schwartz. From crisis, state dinners and taking every opportunity that grabs you- it's an inspirational listen... Also Steve's weird claim and link to former US President Bill Clinton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes when life throws you a challenge it can really make things go from bad to worse. However, the people you'll hear about in this episode show that all you need to do is find that jolly smile... whichever way it may come. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Steve and Lizzie cover it all, from disgraced model agents chasing the limelight to missing houses and unsolved mysteries. But make sure to stick around for one very interesting sausage party where ACA even manages to get its very own snag... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lizzie travels to Western Australia to save the coral- and see it spawn. Steve gets to the bottom of the chaos at a regional hospital. And he's hated by child sex offenders in Australia, Lawyer Andrew Carpenter has tirelessly advocated and fought for victims, recently had a win after a long battle. Closing loop holes and protecting kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On ACA we love a dodgy tradie. Kelly who uses a wheelchair had her deck renoed, but now it's completely unusable. Plus he calls himself the Honeybadger- he's the builder with many complaints and he even admits, his handy work could use some improving. Plus Terry finally makes an honest woman out of Cecily- marrying her at 90. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton's resorted to rationing his life saving meds because it's not covered by the PBS- and he's just hoping he doesn't run out. Plus the love triangle gone pear shaped between- a mega rich socialite, a former escort and a adult world powerhouse. And an outraged community protesting a paedophile working near kids. And don't miss grandma's trip to the adult store. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can you be cancelled twice? That's the question former radio host Marty Sheargold is asking as he steps back into the spotlight following his spectacular cancellation. Steve and ACA Chief of Staff John Redman sit down to unpack the extended interview with Marty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.