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Australia's story of spear versus gun needs telling

Australia's story of spear versus gun needs telling

Australians need to know thousands of Aboriginal people died defending Country with spears, says one of the activists who founded the Aboriginal Tent Embassy.

Australia won't join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade

Australia won't join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade

Australia won't join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade

Australia won't join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade

Australia has not been asked to help stop ships travelling through the critical Middle East waterway and doesn't expect to be, the prime minister says.

'Disappointing': Australia's plea after peace talks end

'Disappointing': Australia's plea after peace talks end

'Disappointing': Australia's plea after peace talks end

'Disappointing': Australia's plea after peace talks end

Marathon talks between the US and Iran have broken down as Australia's foreign minister urges the nations to uphold a ceasefire.

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ADF boss weighs in on Middle East military capabilities

ADF boss weighs in on Middle East military capabilities

The head of Australia's military has pushed back on suggestions the country would not have the capability to send a navy ship to the Middle East.

Australia and Israel at odds over Lebanon ceasefire

Australia and Israel at odds over Lebanon ceasefire

Lebanon must be included in a temporary truce in the Middle East, Australia says, warning motorists will pay the price at the bowser if the conflict drags on.

More fuel to flow after deal but no price relief yet

More fuel to flow after deal but no price relief yet

An export deal will allow Australia's two refineries to bring in more fuel to regions hit hardest by petrol and diesel shortages.

Reservist charged with fighting in Ukraine granted bail

Reservist charged with fighting in Ukraine granted bail

An army reservist has faced court after being charged over travelling to fight for Ukraine as a drone operator.

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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.

EV loans double as pressured drivers dodge petrol pump

EV loans double as pressured drivers dodge petrol pump

EV loans double as pressured drivers dodge petrol pump

EV loans double as pressured drivers dodge petrol pump

After years of government incentives to boost electric vehicle sales, a climate change sceptic's war has Aussies ditching the pump for the plug at high speed.

Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade

Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade

Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade

Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade

Australia is brushing aside criticism from US President Donald Trump for not being a help in the war in the Middle East.

Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders

Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders

Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders

Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders

Australia will no longer allow thousands of Iranians with temporary visas to enter the country over concerns they might overstay under sweeping new reforms.

Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Australian shares soar on Middle East ceasefire hopes

Hopes of de-escalation between the US and Iran have catapulted the bourse higher, on reports the US wants a month-long ceasefire to discuss a path to peace.

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Fuel shortages, price hikes drive rethink on ethanol

Innovative fuel-saving ideas are being tossed up to tackle Australia's shortages as the Iran war throws global oil trade into chaos and prices soar.

Insolvencies at record highs, set to rise on Iran war

Insolvencies at record highs, set to rise on Iran war

Insolvencies at record highs, set to rise on Iran war

Insolvencies at record highs, set to rise on Iran war

Australia's most essential industries are exposed to major risks from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, as surging oil prices weigh on economic growth.

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ASX trims gains as US allies weigh entering conflict

Markets have welcomed a US deadline extension on its latest threats against Iran, but ongoing oil supply constraints continue to weigh on confidence.

Rationing not yet on the cards as fuel outlook worsens

Australia has been reassured by a key trading partner its fuel supplies are not at risk as other nations look to limit exports to support domestic markets.

ASX tumbles to lowest level since May as war drags on

Australia's mining sector is under renewed pressure, after gold tumbled to a two-month low as oil prices skyrocket and hammer hopes for global growth.

Wars cause spike in security fears among young people

A majority of Australians want the government to share more information about national security at a time of global crisis.

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'Bumps' but no fuel shock yet as tankers cancelled

The war in the Middle East has forced six fuel shipments to Australia to be cancelled, but a minister insists any shortages are demand not supply driven.

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.

Thousands of Australians return home amid Iran conflict

Foreign minister confirms more than 2600 Australians have arrived back from the UAE on 18 direct flights since the US-Israeli strikes were launched on Iran.

Act now to protect Iranian soccer team, Australia told

Iran's women's soccer team is in a race against time to secure safety, with advocates fearing dire consequences if they're forced to return home from Australia.

Germany demands US include Europe in Ukraine talks

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has urged Donald Trump to put more pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ⁠war in Ukraine.

Iranians celebrate as PM warns of limited assistance

There are limited options to rescue Australians in Iran, the prime minister warns, saying the safety of citizens is his top priority.

Iran FM says progress made in nuclear talks with US

Iran says it has been able to "reach a general agreement on some guiding principles" with the US at nuclear talks in Geneva.

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