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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...

The United States has implemented a naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, with the US Navy under orders to block ships travelling to or from Iran effective midnight. Iran has condemned the action as piracy and threatened to deploy new asymmetric warfare methods, including mines, small gunboat strikes, and aerial and maritime drones. The blockade aims to force Iran to abandon nuc...

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz during a war in Iran threatens to push Australia into recession as fuel supplies dwindle. AMP economist Shane Oliver warns that while price increases are immediate, the real economic impact will occur if fuel shortages force usage restrictions in the second half of the year. With Asia receiving 80% of its crude oil through the strait and Australian refineries de...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are undertaking a four-day tour of Australia with stops in Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra. The Victorian opposition leader has criticised the use of taxpayer-funded police officers for the couple's security, particularly as they are charging for some events while promoting charitable causes including mental illness, homelessness, veterans' welfare and children's hosp...

The Coalition is preparing to announce a new migration policy that includes plans to deport 65,000 people who have overstayed temporary visas, with 26,000 having remained in Australia for more than a decade. The policy also proposes social media screening for visa applicants and enforcing an Australian values statement in the Migration Act. The announcement has sparked debate about whether this fo...

Donald Trump has implemented a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing all maritime traffic from entering or exiting Iranian ports. The closure is expected to cause petrol and grocery price increases in Australia, potential food shortages globally, and Westpac forecasts three additional interest rate hikes if the blockade continues. Australian commentators discuss the economic impacts and unc...

Australian households are increasingly choosing cheaper ad-supported streaming subscription plans over ad-free options as cost of living pressures mount. ING research reveals nearly 40% of Australians are actively cutting subscription costs, with a PwC report showing 6 in 10 people now prefer ad-supported streaming for better value. Major platforms including Disney Plus, Netflix, Amazon Prime and...

The United States has implemented a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, preventing ships from entering or leaving Iranian shores except those carrying humanitarian aid that have been searched. Iran possesses between 3,000 and 5,000 fast attack craft, underwater drones, mines, and coastal cruise missiles, which pose significant challenges to US naval control of the narrow waterway. The strait c...

Great Beginnings Early Learning Centre in Australia celebrates World Creativity and Innovation Week with 160 children aged six weeks to five years. The centre features a RAMSA (rhythm and movement) program designed to help children manage emotions through music and movement activities. Current student interests include space exploration, rockets, the moon and stars, which educators incorporate int...

Australian teenage sprinter Gout Gout has run 19.67 seconds in the 200 metres at the Australian Athletics Championships, breaking the 20-second barrier and recording the second-fastest time ever for an under-20 athlete. The 18-year-old's performance is faster than Usain Bolt's time at the same age and would have earned medals at multiple recent Olympic Games. His run also saw fellow competitor Aid...