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Two US planes shot down over Iran, crew member missing

Two US planes shot down over Iran, crew member missing

Two US fighter jets have been shot down ‌over Iran and the Gulf, with a search operation ‌under way while one crew member is missing.

Century-old farming dynasty ends with one last harvest

Century-old farming dynasty ends with one last harvest

Century-old farming dynasty ends with one last harvest

Century-old farming dynasty ends with one last harvest

The Carberrys have been cotton farming pioneers for nearly 60 years but this season's harvest will be the last for the family's 97-year-old patriarch.

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation'

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation'

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation'

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of 'Easter escalation'

Russian missile and drone strikes have bombarded Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says as he signalled openness to a potential Easter truce.

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'Bridges next': Trump threatens more Iranian targets

'Bridges next': Trump threatens more Iranian targets

President Donald Trump is threatening US attacks on Iranian infrastructure while other nations try to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as the Mideast war rages on.

Australia joins oil crisis talks ahead of key UN vote

Australia joins oil crisis talks ahead of key UN vote

Australia has joined nations for talks about a vital oil corridor, as the UN Security Council considers whether "defensive" action can be taken against Iran.

Solemn services and fish frenzies used to mark Easter

Solemn services and fish frenzies used to mark Easter

As punters marked Good Friday by rushing to the markets to secure fresh fish and seafood, some parishioners paid respect to the day's biblical origins.

Booze bans worry Queensland hoteliers ahead of Olympics

Booze bans worry Queensland hoteliers ahead of Olympics

A state's hotel association says "outdated" Good Friday pub trading laws must be changed ahead of the 2032 Games or the government risks an Olympic hangover.

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Caps on gas, coal costs on the cards if prices soar

Caps on gas, coal costs on the cards if prices soar

Caps on gas, coal costs on the cards if prices soar

Caps on gas, coal costs on the cards if prices soar

Australia is open to a cap on gas and coal prices if they spike due to the widening conflict in the Middle East, the Albanese government says.

New cyclone threat looms for battered far north

New cyclone threat looms for battered far north

New cyclone threat looms for battered far north

New cyclone threat looms for battered far north

A potential cyclone is looming off the Australian east coast, threatening further devastation to a region still cleaning up from the last natural disaster.

Artemis II zooming to the moon after a day around Earth

Artemis II zooming to the moon after a day around Earth

Artemis II zooming to the moon after a day around Earth

Artemis II zooming to the moon after a day around Earth

The Artemis II crew stuck close to home for a day to test their capsule’s life-support systems before being cleared for lunar departure.

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney-general

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney-general

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney-general

Trump fires Pam Bondi as US attorney-general

Pam Bondi's ouster could lead to a shake-up in strategy at the US Justice Department and potentially a renewed push against Donald Trump’s targets.

UK and allies discuss how to reopen Strait of Hormuz

UK and allies discuss how to reopen Strait of Hormuz

UK and allies discuss how to reopen Strait of Hormuz

UK and allies discuss how to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Forty countries have discussed ways to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz ‌at virtual talks hosted by the United Kingdom.

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump speech

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump speech

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump speech

Hopes dim for swift end to Iran war after Trump speech

Oil prices have surged anew after President Donald Trump used an address to vow the US would intensify strikes on Iran rather than wind down the conflict.

Servos under the pump over prices as cost cuts kick in

Servos under the pump over prices as cost cuts kick in

Servos under the pump over prices as cost cuts kick in

Servos under the pump over prices as cost cuts kick in

After criticising Anthony Albanese for making a national televised speech on the fuel crisis, Angus Taylor has made an address to attack the government.

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Neo-Nazi forced offline after alleged threats to MPs

A neo-Nazi has been ordered to stay off social media and away from two female federal politicians after allegedly targeting them in online posts.

Shares dip, oil soars after Trump ramps up Iran threats

Australia's share market has dipped ahead of the long weekend after hopes of a timely end to the Iran conflict crumbled under US threats to escalate attacks.

Bondi shooter's fearful family lose court gag order bid

Death threats towards family members of the surviving Bondi massacre gunman have failed to persuade a judge to bar publication of their names.

Aussie dish serves up second helping for moon mission

A space dish in Australia is tracking NASA's new moon mission in a sequel to the nation's key role in televising one of humanity's biggest achievements.

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Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Restrictions on gambling ads have drawn pointed criticism from harm reduction advocates, who say there are too many loopholes that will still hurt Australians.

Deadly quake off Indonesia triggers small tsunami

An undersea earthquake has toppled buildings in parts of northern Indonesia, killed at least one person and generated a small tsunami.

Historic deal sealed for world-famous tourist drawcard

Traditional Owners will be the big winners of an historic revenue shake-up after changes to the 99-year lease for the national park that includes Uluru.

No clear case for longer Iran war with goals won: PM

Australia will join a snap meeting to end disruption to shipping in a critical oil corridor as the prime minister questions the value of a prolonged Iran war.

'Godspeed': Artemis II rocket on its way round the moon

The Artemis II mission has successfully sent ‌its crew on a nearly 10-day journey around the moon and back, the farthest distance humans have ever travelled.

Zelenskiy says talks with US 'positive', Russia strikes

Ukraine wants negotiators to pass the offer of an Easter ceasefire on to the Russian side, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says.

SpaceX registers to take rocket maker public: reports

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an initial public offering in the United States, according to reports.

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