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'Over-prepared': PM's pledge on growing fuel crisis

'Over-prepared': PM's pledge on growing fuel crisis

Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.

Australia deteriorates in terror rankings after Bondi

Australia deteriorates in terror rankings after Bondi

Australia deteriorates in terror rankings after Bondi

Australia deteriorates in terror rankings after Bondi

Australia has dropped to its worst ranking on a terrorism index following the deadly Bondi massacre as Western nations recorded an increase in deaths in 2025.

Harrower out as Lightning, Capitals trumpet re-signings

Harrower out as Lightning, Capitals trumpet re-signings

Harrower out as Lightning, Capitals trumpet re-signings

Harrower out as Lightning, Capitals trumpet re-signings

Southside Melbourne Flyers have parted ways with coach Kristi Harrower, while Adelaide and the UC Capitals have re-signed key members.

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Spike in jobless rate unlikely to end RBA hiking cycle

Spike in jobless rate unlikely to end RBA hiking cycle

A rise in unemployment and a surge in hiring point to conflicting impulses in Australia's labour market, but conditions remain relatively tight.

RBA frets over severe global shock from Middle East war

RBA frets over severe global shock from Middle East war

Spillover from the Iran war and an uptick in risky lending to first-home buyers could threaten Australia's financial stability, the Reserve Bank warns.

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

PM warns of supply issues after Qatar gas plant attacks

Anthony Albanese has criticised attacks in LNG plants in Qatar by Iran, as he indicates he can see the conflict reaching a conclusion.

Australia exposed as China rewrites green economy

Australia exposed as China rewrites green economy

China is locking in its critical minerals and metals dominance via deep pocket investments in the Global South, leaving a shrinking role for Australian exports.

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Safe as houses: home resale profits go through the roof

Safe as houses: home resale profits go through the roof

Safe as houses: home resale profits go through the roof

Safe as houses: home resale profits go through the roof

Record home sales profits are lining the pockets of people in the housing market, while pushing the price of admission beyond the means of ordinary Australians.

Biggest cyclone 'in living memory' set to impact coast

Biggest cyclone 'in living memory' set to impact coast

Biggest cyclone 'in living memory' set to impact coast

Biggest cyclone 'in living memory' set to impact coast

Tropical Cyclone Narelle is barrelling toward northern Australia and could impact the coast as a category five system, inflicting winds up to more than 250km/h.

Royals celebrate another Danish-Australian star pairing

Royals celebrate another Danish-Australian star pairing

Royals celebrate another Danish-Australian star pairing

Royals celebrate another Danish-Australian star pairing

King Frederik and Queen Mary have admired the work of another Danish-Australian duo as the royals headed to an art exhibition at a trendy converted warehouse.

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war

Fresh modelling shows oil price shocks and soaring prices for other commodities will have a lasting impact on Australia's economy.

Aussie shares climb on steady oil price, rate outlook

Aussie shares climb on steady oil price, rate outlook

Aussie shares climb on steady oil price, rate outlook

Aussie shares climb on steady oil price, rate outlook

A temporary lull in energy price pressures has sparked cautious optimism in equities, despite no end in sight for the Iran conflict or its impact on oil supply.

Trade deal likely as European president confirms visit

Trade deal likely as European president confirms visit

Trade deal likely as European president confirms visit

Trade deal likely as European president confirms visit

Trade and security deals could be signed when the European president and trade commissioner land in Australia for a three-day visit.

Legacy of a giant: the judge who reshaped Aussie law

Legacy of a giant: the judge who reshaped Aussie law

Legacy of a giant: the judge who reshaped Aussie law

Legacy of a giant: the judge who reshaped Aussie law

Former High Court chief justice Anthony Mason was applauded for his adventurous approach but criticised for making - rather than interpreting - the law.

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Focus on deportations after killer's High Court win

A PNG-born murderer has successfully overturned his curfew, prompting a major adjustment to how the government manages criminal asylum seekers.

Media warned to chase truth, not clickbait and outrage

Democracy shouldn't be taken for granted in an age of misinformation and public distrust, a veteran journalist has warned as he urges media outlets to adapt.

Incoming BHP boss calls on Australia to mend its ways

Australia needs to adopt more business-friendly policies on energy and labour if it is to compete for capital, the new boss of mining giant BHP says.

Australia prepares fuel plans if Mideast war drags on

Australia is preparing for all scenarios should the war in the Middle East go on indefinitely and the fuel crisis escalates, the prime minister says.

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Australian military base damaged by Iranian missile

Australian troops at a military base in the Middle East are safe after a strike from an Iranian missile that caused buildings at the facility to catch fire.

Investor tax-break cuts no 'silver bullet' for housing

Winding back the capital gains tax discount could reduce property prices by about four per cent, compared to what they would be under a no-change scenario.

High-power pit stop: quantum batteries could rev up EVs

The next generation of batteries could power up electric cars within minutes and Australian researchers have developed a world-first proof-of-concept.

Aussies to build GPS alternative for self-driving cars

Cars, rockets and mining vehicles could drive themselves even when the global positioning system goes dark if a Sydney company succeeds in its mission.

Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills

The savings from a new type of energy project could slash electricity bills for households in Victoria, NSW and Queensland, and consume less farming land.

Up there Queen Mary: royal kicks goals in MCG debut

Denmark's Queen Mary has lived out the dream of many Australians, booting a goal at the MCG as she met AFL players during a return to her home nation.

Collateral damage: war threatens to blow up inflation

Domestic pressures were behind the Reserve Bank's decision to hike interest rates, governor Michele Bullock says, although the Iran war will worsen inflation.

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