Have you seen the photos of the Himalayas, with unusually clear blue skies? These have been matched by reports that China's carbon emissions have dropped by a quarter. Some people are speculating that air pollution has dropped in Australia too, because more of us have been staying at home, driving less and staying away from airports. But is that true? And what happens when things swing back into gear?

Andy Orr teaches English as a second language, but in his spare time he heads down to the Sydney Harbour shoreline to collect the plastics that wash up. He finds obvious things like straws, lids, styrofoam and soy sauce fish bottles, but also, plumber's wedges used for grouting, discarded lollipop sticks and cigarette butts.

Gymnasiums, swimming pools, pilates, yoga and dance studios were forced to close during the COVID-19 outbreak. We all had to adapt, with many people choosing other forms of exercise and a huge surge in the number of us doing classes online.

On today's show: * I heard there are two strains. What’s that about? * Is there an accurate antibody test yet? * Would testing for antibodies at the airport mean I could avoid 14-day quarantine if I'd already had COVID-19? * I live in Australia and got sick before Christmas with coronavirus symptoms. Could I have had it? * Can Norman be President of the USA? And Norman's found a study that looked at anti-vaccination views and what that might mean if there's ever a SARS-COV-2 vaccine.

You are chatting with your cousin and she casually mentions an inheritance. You know that on her mother's side there was nothing to inherit. Your paternal grandmother though, died five years ago and you received nothing. Do you dig for answers knowing there's no chance of money, but really just to understand why? Or do you just let sleeping dogs lie?

Musical democracy in action, an inspiring example of a band practicing what they preach.

A carefully crafted collection from the Israeli singer.

Unlikely to stand out beside more complete N’Dour compilation sets.

One of Mali’s most popular artists continues to impress on the global stage.

As debate about when schools should resume face-to-face teaching continues, there are new concerns about what impact COVID-19 can have on children after they've recovered from the virus.

Peer behind the curtain and learn the detailed life of a publishing mogul, jump back in time and fall head over heels for British Crime Classics, and lastly meet Otto Penzler, whose love for American mysteries spans more than 40 years of in the publishing business.

The Federal Government has announced a one-off $205 million package to support the aged care sector through the coronavirus pandemic.

The successes of eradicating the virus between states and territories is varying widely - South Australia has recorded its 12th consecutive day of no new cases, but in Victoria there were 22 new cases today after an outbreak at a meatworks.

Australia's National Cabinet was joined by the New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern to discuss the possibility of a trans-Tasman travel 'bubble' - but what do we need to be sure of before that can become a reality?

New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern today joined Australia's National Cabinet meeting to discuss the possibility of a trans-Tasman bubble, and her Deputy PM Winston Peters says he hopes it can be established as soon as possible.

Qantas boss Alan Joyce has spoken to the airline's new normal saying "The Qantas of 2021 and 2022 will not be the Qantas of 2019".

As we continue to sit at out home desks and take less breaks to stroll around the block, physiotherapists are reporting higher rates of neck and back pain.

Last month, the government of Malawi tried to impose a lockdown, but was knocked back by the courts.

Up to 150 superannuation accounts have been illegally accessed by what the Australian Federal Police says is a sophisticated operation targeting the early release super scheme.

In moving to relax lockdown measures, Australia joins a handful of countries that have successfully flattened the curve and are now embarking on a much trickier challenge.

Unlikely to woo passers-by, but long-time admirers will adore Carpenter’s latest.

LeBlanc’s second album presents proof positive that break-ups aren’t all bad.

A simple and direct, and certainly endearing sixth set from the Welshman.

Mason’s third album finds him exploring fresh sonic dimensions.

Demands to be heard by all lovers of Berlioz's best-known orchestral work.

A fresh-feeling recording of ear-popping brilliance.

Vinci’s final opera possesses extraordinary energy and some beautiful moments.

Schiff transcends all questions of instrumentation to deliver a pure experience.

Fluently stylish and idiomatic, these performers live and breathe Bach's music.

The pair exhibits a refined style on these illuminating performances.

This sensitive, dynamic recording is a joy, and may even constitute a revelation.

This joyous set of Beethoven's sonatas takes its place among the very best.

Meet the dog on the frontline of defence against African Swine Fever, and rejoice with Menindee locals as water finally reaches their parched lakes.

This week we find out how COVID-19 is affecting the highly mobile force of international backpackers; dive deeper on the price hikes for fruit and veg; and give a round of applause to businesses changing what they do to help fight the disease.

This week we hear about the changes we want to keep post coronavirus; why veggie seedlings and seeds are selling out and will more Australians look to farm work as job losses increase?

This week we welcome water down the Darling River, all the way to Pooncarie; the panic buying of mince has now led to heavy discounting; and let's spend some hours on the road with the nation's busiest drivers - truckies.

This week we find out what it is to be flexitarian; discover the precautions farmers are taking to keep their workforce safe amid coronavirus; and learn how a vegetable could become part of your sunscreen.

This week how the closure of restaurants is hurting other boutique business; and butchers are bouncing back after a rush on meat.

This week we find out why Australia wants a review of wet markets; why farmers can't get their tractors repaired and how agriculture is hitting its sweet spot.

This week we find out why the US meat industry is in coronavirus chaos; hear the Belgian potato industry's cry for frites; and discover why this Mothers' Day will be a great one for flower growers.

Rod’s first festive collection finds the crooner on fine fireside form.

How the US and China have handled the coronavirus contagion and the secret history of Labor's election debacle.

Hear from the chair of Infection Control at the National University Hospital in Singapore, who says home isolation is impossible to enforce, and everyone who tests positive for coronavirus should be isolated in hospitals or in designated hotels until they recover. Plus, veteran British historian Max Hastings discusses his new history of the World War Two Dambusters raid.

Weighing up Turnbull’s legacy This week, former Prime Minister Malcom Turnbull published his memoir A Bigger Picture.  In it he settles old scores with colleagues over his 2018 ousting, which he describes as an “act of madness.” What is his legacy, and how will history judge our nation’s twenty ninth Prime Minister? Jacqueline Maley, columnist at The Sydney Morning Herald. Jennifer Oriel, columnist at The Australian   And, the death of a führer April 30th marks seventy-five years since Hitler’s suicide. Cambridge historian Brendan Simms challenges past scholarship on the führer, and argues that Hitler saw Anglo-American global capitalism, not Bolshevism – as Germany’s real enemy. He says this philosophical link reveals worrying connections between Hitler and the rise of populism today. Brendan Simms, Professor in the History of International Relations at Cambridge University, and author of Hitler: Only the World was Enough.  

Crocodiles have been reported as far south as Angourie in northern New South Wales, but did they ever inhabit the region?