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Donald Trump criticises Australia's involvement in securing international waterways and addresses his disagreement with Pope Francis regarding Iran's nuclear capabilities. Trump maintains his position that Iran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons, stating it would put the world in jeopardy. The Pope has been advocating for nuclear disarmament and criticising world leaders for spending billio...

Victoria Beckham addresses her estrangement from son Brooklyn in a Wall Street Journal magazine interview, stating she and David love their children and have always tried to be the best parents. The feud reportedly began at Brooklyn's 2022 wedding to Nicola Peltz, with Brooklyn cutting off contact in January after accusing his parents of trying to ruin his relationship. On Victoria's 52nd birthday...

A Castle Hill man has won the $40 million Powerball jackpot after initially believing his prize was only $40,000, with his wife correcting him about the true amount. The Manly Sea Eagles supporter purchased his winning ticket through the Lott app and plans to buy a new home, car and beach house in Manly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new study reveals that 75% of Australia's most popular children's apps contain deceptive features designed to manipulate kids into spending money. Apps like Pet Doctor use emotional tactics, such as showing distressed characters that can only be helped through in-app purchases, exploiting children's vulnerability and inability to distinguish between gameplay and advertisements. Child psychologis...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are conducting a tour of Australia, with engagements in Canberra and Melbourne including both public appearances and ticketed speaking events. Meghan has been wearing Australian designers featured on an AI-powered fashion platform called OneOff, in which she is an investor and contributor, earning 10-25% commission on purchases made through the platform. The Duchess...

Pop star Katy Perry is under investigation by Victoria Police following sexual assault allegations made by Australian actress Ruby Rose, who claims an incident occurred at a Melbourne nightclub 16 years ago. Perry's legal team has denied the allegations, calling them dangerous and reckless lies. Criminal lawyers suggest the 16-year delay may make prosecution unlikely due to lost evidence including...

The United States has deployed 10,000 additional troops to the Middle East, bringing total military personnel connected to the Iran conflict to over 50,000. An American destroyer intercepted an Iranian ship attempting to evade a newly announced U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports. Nuclear weapons remain a central sticking point in negotiations, with Iran's leadership refusing to surrender enriche...

A major fire broke out at the Geelong oil refinery in Victoria, one of Australia's last two remaining refineries, at approximately 11pm. The blaze continues to burn out of control with impacts on petrol production, though diesel and jet fuel production continues. No injuries have been reported, and the incident appears accidental with no suspicious circumstances identified at this early stage. See...

Donald Trump criticises allies, including Australia, for not providing sufficient support in his conflict with Iran, stating these countries no longer share the same relationship with the United States. Australian political commentators discuss the appropriate response, with suggestions to remain calm and not overreact to Trump's comments, whilst former Prime Minister Tony Abbott has previously st...

New South Wales is considering following Western Australia's lead in stockpiling diesel reserves after WA Premier Roger Cook spent $10 million to secure 4 million litres of diesel. The move has sparked debate about whether states should independently secure fuel supplies or rely on a national solution, with the federal opposition criticising the Albanese government over fuel security. WA Oppositio...

Australia's March employment figures are expected to show approximately 20,000 jobs added to the economy, with the unemployment rate forecast to remain around 4.3 per cent. The data represents the first labour market snapshot since the start of the US-Iran conflict, with economists anticipating potential pressure on construction, retail and hospitality sectors due to higher fuel costs and cautious...

Donald Trump has declared the Strait of Hormuz permanently open as the Pentagon deploys over 10,000 U.S. troops to the region. The U.S. has announced a formal blockade of Iranian ports in response to threats of closure, with the Navy ready to force compliance. Former Navy SEAL Jonathan Gilliam discusses the potential for ships to resume passage through the strait, though concerns remain about Iran...

Yogi Bear Yoga Studio in Collins Street, Melbourne, specialises in aerial yoga, a practice supported by silk hammocks that creates a sense of lightness and freedom while reconnecting practitioners with their bodies. The studio, named after owner Jin Zhang's surname which translates to 'bear' in Chinese, has attracted 150 members in its first six months of operation. Aerial yoga accommodates beginn...

Qantas is cutting 5% of domestic Qantas and Jetstar flights due to soaring fuel costs, with some regional services being eliminated and passengers facing higher fares of 5-10%. The aviation industry faces additional pressure from Middle East airspace closures forcing airlines to take longer routes to Europe, resulting in reduced seat availability and increased prices for international travel. Dome...

A highly secretive, invite-only wellness retreat features a brief appearance by the Duchess, with attendees primarily being fans of the Her Best Life podcast. The weekend itinerary includes manifestation, meditation, yoga, and a Friday evening dinner with photo opportunities for VIP ticket holders. Security measures include mandatory lanyards, photo ID checks, bag searches, and wanding, primarily...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have commenced their Australian tour, with Harry scheduled to visit the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. The visit includes a traditional Ngunnawal welcome, a tour of new galleries showcasing peacekeeping missions and recent conflicts, attendance at the last post ceremony, and an Invictus Games event with veterans. Matt Anderson, Director of the Australian War Me...

Peace talks between the US and Iran may resume this week following a 21-hour ceasefire negotiation that failed over the weekend, with uranium enrichment timelines emerging as a key sticking point. Iran has offered to pause its enrichment programme for five years while the US is seeking at least 20 years. The US naval blockade on Iranian ports in the Arabian Sea remains in effect, with CENTCOM repo...

Australia faces potential food supply disruptions as the global oil crisis threatens to put up to 70% of truck drivers out of business within six months. Transport Minister Catherine King addresses concerns about fuel security, confirming 57 ships carrying 4.1 billion litres of fuel are secured through May, while warning of longer-term impacts if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. The government...

The International Monetary Fund has warned Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers against providing cost of living relief in the May budget without corresponding spending cuts, citing concerns about rising inflation. The IMF has expressed worry about a potential global recession if the Iran war continues, while Australia faces challenges including a trillion dollar debt, inflation at 3.9%, and declinin...

More than 77,000 people are currently living in Australia illegally as non-citizens, with many having overstayed their temporary visas. The issue has remained consistent across recent governments, with approximately 73,000-75,000 illegal visa overstayers recorded in 2022 and 2024. Political debate centres on whether sufficient resources are being allocated to law enforcement agencies to identify a...

Consumer confidence in Australia dropped 12.5% in April 2025, marking the sharpest monthly decline since COVID-19 and reaching its lowest level in two years. The decline is attributed to the US-Iran conflict driving up petrol prices and inflation concerns, compounded by the Reserve Bank of Australia's March interest rate hike. Approximately 80% of Australians expect mortgage rates to rise within t...

Donald Trump has indicated potential resumption of peace talks between the US and Iran this week, with officials racing to arrange a meeting before the two-week ceasefire ends. A major sticking point involves the duration of a ban on Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities, with the US proposing 20 years versus Iran's five-year counter-offer. The highest priority issue centres on removing approxima...

Melbourne Museum's Wondrous Planet exhibition features seven galleries in one expansive space, offering interactive experiences including encounters with polar bears and snow leopards, coral reef spawning simulations, and rainforest explorations. The exhibition includes a unique underground soil section where visitors can place their hands on interactive displays to see their energy flowing into m...

Prince Harry and Meghan have arrived in Melbourne for a four-day tour focused on mental health, community support and veterans' welfare. While the visit is described as privately funded with no official royal duties or public walkabouts planned, Australian taxpayers will bear the costs of police and public safety operations. Security experts estimate the policing costs for route corridors, venue p...

Australia's flu season has started early with over 25,000 cases recorded since January and more than 100 flu-associated deaths reported in January alone. The emergence of sub-clade K influenza in the Northern Hemisphere has prompted health experts to emphasise the importance of vaccination timing, with updated vaccines now available. Medical professionals recommend getting vaccinated now to ensure...