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David Jones Decline 🛍️ We look at why Australia's oldest department store has gone into voluntary administration and why many retailers are doing it tough. US Midterm Elections 🇺🇸 Wren talks to young US journalist Jaden Jefferson about the Democrats' historic "blue wave" and why it matters. First Nations Veterans 🎖️ Jack looks at how First Nations people served Australia in war despite facing discrimination, and how their service was eventually honoured. Big Things 🍌 Sas explores Australia's fascination with big things after Mildura unveils its newest five-metre-high attraction. Portrait Artist 🎨 Amelia meets 18-year-old Jasmine Lancaster-Merton, Australia’s newly crowned Portrait Artist of the Year.
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https://www.abc.net.au/btn/classroom/btn-episode-32-2026/107365980
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