HEADLINES: Aussies Less Happy Than During COVID &  Ariana Grande’s Latest Heartbreak

HEADLINES: Aussies Less Happy Than During COVID & Ariana Grande’s Latest Heartbreak

June 9, 2026 · 3 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the decline in happiness among Australians post-COVID, domestic violence statistics, a wildlife escape, and celebrity news including Ariana Grande's breakup.

🗞️ HEADLINES 🗞️ Aussies are less satisfied with life now than during the COVID-19 pandemic, new research shows The average profile of a domestic violence killer in NSW has been revealed Wildlife carers are closing in on a Tasmanian devil that escaped from a Gold Coast wildlife park one week ago US President Donald Trump was booed by fans at the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater have split  📩 GET IN TOUCH Got a story, news tip-off, feedback or dilemma? Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au 🎙️ CREDITS Hosts: Ailish Delaney Audio Producer: Jacob Round Group   Executive Producer:  Ilaria Brophy Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here and our TikTok here Discover more Mamamia podcasts here Did you know some of our shows are now in video on the Apple Podcast app? Make sure your phone is up to date and check it out here! Mamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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