SBS Assyrian

The US has delivered a warning to Israel to increase humanitarian aid routes within the next few hours; drivers in New South Wales have been warned to avoid non-essential travel as the state prepares for major rainfall; and, in sport, former tennis legend, Ash Barty, to become a children's literacy advocate in Queensland.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese highlights importance of independent economy at the Small Business Summit; The United Nations says it is suspending its nightly aid missions in Gaza; And in sport, the second A-F-L Gather Round set to begin with fans converging in Adelaide.

The US Coast Guard says millions of litres of oil are onboard the ship that crashed in Baltimore; A survey finds almost one in six teenagers has experienced cyberbullying; And in sport, Sport Integrity Australia investigates claims of secret illicit drug tests.

Australia is the driest of all inhabited continents with considerable variation in rainfall, temperature and weather patterns across its different climate zones. Here's why this vast land boasts one of the planet's most unique climates.

Oliver Slewa is a solicitor who works for Legal Aid NSW. He talks to SBS Assyrian about the rise in energy costs and says consumers should have received a notice from their energy supplier notifying them of the increase and by how much. If customers have not received the notice, they have the right to complain to the Energy and Water Ombudsman NSW, he says.