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Program: Australia's larrikin streak is as strong as ever in 2025

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The Aussie larrikin has a long history, going back to the rowdy men, and women too, of the late 19th century.

Since then the term's matured and can describe anyone who's into a bit of light rule breaking, or with a roguish sense of humour.

Meet a few modern day larrikins from all across Australia with the Best of the Story Stream.

The Story Stream is filled with bite-sized audio experiences where you can hear human stories as well as yarns about unusual places, interesting things, and unexpected joys from across the country.

It's like taking a trip across the country and meeting the locals just by putting your headphones on, whenever it suits you.

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Betty Gregory takes to the sky for her 94th birthday.

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