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Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

Trump warns of impending strikes on Iran power plants

President Donald Trump has warned of impending strikes on Iran's power plants and bridge infrastructure after the rescue of a US airman.

Outspoken Liberal MP wins spot in election-ticket twist

Outspoken Liberal MP wins spot in election-ticket twist

Outspoken Liberal MP wins spot in election-ticket twist

Outspoken Liberal MP wins spot in election-ticket twist

Controversial state Liberal MP Moira Deeming has emerged victorious in a bruising preselection battle after a rival dropped out of the running.

Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock

Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock

Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock

Bargain-hungry public warned of long tail to fuel shock

Motorists are getting access to better, real-time information about changing fuel prices as one state launches a crackdown on service stations.

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Fewer stations run dry but supply strength questioned

Fewer stations run dry but supply strength questioned

Australians are being urged to stick to Easter holiday plans following measures to cut costs at the bowser but fuel supply strength is being questioned.

Why you notice daylight saving changing less and less

Why you notice daylight saving changing less and less

From secretive government labs to the phone in your pocket, an army of tech nerds is literally giving you the time of your life.

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A state's hotel association says "outdated" Good Friday pub trading laws must be changed ahead of the 2032 Games or the government risks an Olympic hangover.

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.

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Australia backs cheaper medicines in face of US levies

Australia backs cheaper medicines in face of US levies

Australia backs cheaper medicines in face of US levies

Australia backs cheaper medicines in face of US levies

The government says it won't back down or negotiate the pharmaceutical benefits scheme despite pressure from the Trump administration following new tariffs.

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.

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.

Fuel fears drive more Aussie buyers to electric cars

Fuel fears drive more Aussie buyers to electric cars

Fuel fears drive more Aussie buyers to electric cars

Fuel fears drive more Aussie buyers to electric cars

Fuel shortages and price rises are providing a "tipping point" for electric vehicles in Australia, with one brand selling out of its local stock.

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

Punt on gambling reforms fails to hit support jackpot

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.

Liberal Party boss to quit after key by-election test

Liberal Party boss to quit after key by-election test

Liberal Party boss to quit after key by-election test

Liberal Party boss to quit after key by-election test

After almost a decade in the role, the administrative head of the Liberal Party has decided it's time to step down.

Labor about-turns on ending defence project scrutiny

Labor about-turns on ending defence project scrutiny

Labor about-turns on ending defence project scrutiny

Labor about-turns on ending defence project scrutiny

Senior ministers have backed as much transparency into Defence major projects as possible after a parliamentary committee moved to scrap public scrutiny.

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Not healthy for democracy: calls for more MPs shot down

Anthony Albanese has used his strongest language yet to rule out adding more MPs to handle a growing population, despite a push for fairer representation.

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.

Extra fuel savings on the way after states end feud

About $400 million of extra GST revenue as a result of the oil spike will be returned to motorists, despite the negative impact it will have on state buffers.

New mental health unit set to curb hospital violence

Patients experiencing aggression or distress will be re-diverted to a new mental health unit as a hospital tries to prevent violence against workers.

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Long-delayed release of hate speech review thwarted

The results of a probe into hate speech protections for vulnerable communities due to be released by parliamentary order are being kept on the back burner.

Long, bumpy road ahead for fuel crisis, PM warns nation

Australians are being warned the fuel crisis could worsen as Anthony Albanese uses a national address to urge motorists to think of others when filling up.

Fishing ban plan political and unscientific, court told

Commercial fishers are challenging a controversial government decision that has permanently banned trawling over parts of a vast coastline.

'Resonating across country': One Nation toasts success

One Nation is celebrating its first state outpost in decades, declaring its seven-member team is "not your normal group of politicians".

'No punishment' for US army pilots in Kid Rock flyby

US Army pilots who hovered helicopters near Kid Rock’s home during a training run have had their suspension lifted, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says.

Stagflation risk: Chalmers heeds budget warning

Treasurer Jim Chalmers is being urged to reform the tax and migration settings in the upcoming budget as the oil shock worsens Australia's productivity funk.

'Better world': inside Australia's pact with AI giant

A Silicon Valley tech boss has warned of the consequences should AI fall into the wrong hands as he signed an agreement with Australia on related safety.

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