Issues In The News
SYN's youth current affairs program, Panorama, has teamed up with The Age newspaper to produce these Issues in the News SYNcasts. Each week, Panorama and The Age look at the facts behind a topical issue and the debates surrounding it.
Program SYNcasts
Teachers Pay
Posted on 2007-06-29
Issues in the News takes a look at the proposed 'performance-based pay' system for teachers. Is this an effective way to tackle problems in our education system?
Carbon Trading
Posted on 2007-06-29
Suddenly everyone's talking about climate change. There is growing evidence to suggest that the world is getting warmer as a result of increased greenhouse gases.
The Peel Hotel
Posted on 2007-06-22
A new ruling has allowed the Peel Hotel the right to refuse entry to lesbians and heterosexuals.Is discrimination sometimes neccessary to protect minority groups? Listen to issues in the News to find out more.
Big Brother
Posted on 2007-06-11
Big Brother is watching, but who is watching Big Brother - and why?
Melbourne Model
Posted on 2007-06-09
Next year the University of Melbourne is set for a major curriculum overhaul, scrapping 96 existing undergraduate courses in favour of a two-tier course structure.
Myspace
Posted on 2007-05-23
Are social networking sites such as myspace, friendster and facebook becoming an addiction?
Sledging and abuse
Posted on 2007-05-04
Sledging is common in many sports, but can it be taken too far? Are female based sledges contributing to a climate of sexual assault?
Drugs in Schools
Posted on 2007-05-02
Should private schools be obliged to report students' criminal activities to police?
Ben Cousins
Posted on 2007-04-29
Having money and fame can go to peoples' heads, but do they carry too high a price? Issues takes a look.
Grand Prix
Posted on 2007-03-30
It seems that Melbourne is obsessed with hosting major events. Do they create economic benifits and international exposure, or are they a waste of money?
Junk Food
Posted on 2007-03-23
Let's face it, junk food is delicious. But does it damage our health? Eveyone has an opinion about junk food, even Prince Charles. Issues in the News looks into the debate.
Skinny Models
Posted on 2007-03-15
Issues in the News takes a look at skinny models and what effect they have on the body image of young girls. Stu and Will also put their stomach on the line to see what a "skinny model" diet is like.
Euthanasia
Posted on 2007-03-08
Euthanasia is a serious topic. A few high profile cases are now in the news. Issues talks to Philip Nitschke (pro) and Margaret Tighe (anti) and looks at the issues.
Trains
Posted on 2007-03-02
In January Melbourne train operator Connex had to remove some trains from service due to braking issues. It caused wide spread problems. Issues in the News takes a look.
David Hicks
Posted on 2007-02-23
David Hicks has been in the Guantanamo Bay Detention Centre for over five years. Is he a hardened terrorist bent on destruction or a political scapegoat?
Education
Posted on 2007-02-16
Should education in Australia be made available free of charge for every child? Or should parents be forced to pay depending on their economic circumstances? Issues in the News takes a look.
Hoons
Posted on 2007-02-08
Recently some hoons went on a rampage around the streets of Noble Park in Melbourne. Issues In The News looks talks to some hoons, the police and members of the public.
Saddam
Posted on 2006-11-17
Issues In The News looks at Saddam Hussein's reign, history and upcoming execution.
Islam
Posted on 2006-11-10
Islam is again in the news, Panorama reporter Brad Ryan busts some common myths.
Cyber Bullying
Posted on 2006-11-03
With incidents of cyber bulling increasing, how will young people and the authorities deal with it?
Celebrity Adoption
Posted on 2006-10-27
Why do celebrities adopt abroad? Should their applications be fast-tracked because of their status?
Water
Posted on 2006-10-20
As Australia's water crisis worsens, Panorama explores the issues and speaks to young people about the drought and how it is effecting them.
Kokoda
Posted on 2006-10-13
This week's segment delves into the history of the Kokoda Trail, its significance to Australians and recent plans to mine gold and copper in the region.
