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Australian petrol stations are implementing fuel purchase limits of 50 litres per vehicle as the crisis intensifies, while Tasmania introduces price caps at the bowser. The federal government faces pressure to coordinate a national response, with calls to reduce the fuel excise from 51 cents per litre to 21 cents, similar to measures taken during COVID. Separately, new analysis shows over a quarte...

Enterprise bargaining workers in Australia have received pay rises of approximately 3.7% for the ninth consecutive quarter, benefiting around 2.7 million workers including nurses, teachers, retail and manufacturing employees. While this increase exceeds inflation rates at the time of implementation, experts warn that expected inflation reaching 5% by mid-year will quickly erode these wage gains. F...

US President Donald Trump has issued warnings to Iran regarding negotiations, stating the country may have missed its opportunity for diplomacy and describing their situation as a disaster. Iran has responded by asserting its legal rights to the Strait of Hormuz, while Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu announced the killing of an IRGC Navy commander allegedly involved in blocking the strategic...

York's council is meeting to determine whether to strip Sarah Ferguson of her Freedom of the City of York honour, which was granted to her in 1987. The former Duchess of York faces this potential removal due to her association with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal through her former husband Prince Andrew, who was already stripped of the same honour in 2022. City residents are pushing for the removal be...

The Australian government is strengthening enforcement of its under-16 social media ban following a landmark US case where tech giants Meta and YouTube were successfully sued for $4 million over platform addiction and mental health impacts. US lawyer Matthew Bergman, who won the case involving a 20-year-old Californian woman, has urged the Albanese government to enforce its ban, stating that moral...

Qantas is adding 1,400 extra seats per week on European routes as the airline redirects capacity away from Middle East services disrupted by ongoing conflict. From mid-next month, the airline will operate three additional flights from Perth to Rome and Singapore, while the Sydney to Paris route will increase from three to five flights weekly. Despite the increased capacity, aviation experts indica...

Tropical Cyclone Norell has made landfall in Western Australia as a Category 4 system, directly impacting the town of Exmouth with winds up to 250 kilometres per hour. The cyclone represents the most severe weather event to hit the tourist town since Cyclone Vance in 1999, causing flooding and dangerous conditions for residents and visitors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breakfast TV host Savannah Guthrie has given an emotional interview 54 days after her mother's disappearance, revealing details about the suspected kidnapping for ransom. The family initially hoped it was a medical emergency after finding her mother's back doors propped open, but discovered blood on the front doorstep and a ripped-off ring doorbell camera. Guthrie confirmed that at least two ranso...

Sydney petrol stations are implementing voluntary 50-litre purchase limits amid growing fuel shortage concerns. Independent service stations like Shell at Cromer are introducing these caps on a trust-based system, with owners relying on community relationships to enforce the restrictions. The limits significantly impact truck drivers who typically require 250-300 litres per fill, while average car...

South East Australia experiences its first winter cold snap with rain, hail and snow forecast for the Alps. Sydney faces severe storms with temperatures reaching 30 degrees before dropping to 20, while the Alps could receive 20-30 centimetres of snow above 1400 metres. Cyclone Narelle, currently a Category 3 system, is expected to strengthen to Category 4 and impact Western Australia's Kimberley a...

Surf Life Saving New South Wales operates drones across more than 80 beaches along the entire state coastline, conducting two flights per hour, seven days a week to detect sharks and protect swimmers and surfers. The drone program detected over 1,200 sharks during the 2026 summer season alone, using early detection systems and immediate response protocols including sirens, radio alerts to lifeguar...

Jack Simpson, an Australian barista, was crowned World Barista Champion in Milan after nearly a decade of dedication to his craft. The Melbourne International Coffee Expo features Simpson alongside cafe owners, roasters and coffee enthusiasts, showcasing equipment suppliers, roasters, milk companies and chocolate providers. Simpson emphasises the importance of quality equipment, fresh coffee withi...

A US jury has found Meta and Google guilty of negligence in a landmark social media addiction trial, ruling that the design of their platforms, not just content, caused mental health harm to users. The verdict opens the door to approximately 10,000 pending lawsuits in the US, with former Facebook Australian boss Stephen Skeeler noting that while addiction wasn't initially considered in early socia...

Australian Women's Weekly columnist Julie Goodwin demonstrates how to make a seafood pie topped with golden mashed potato using a béchamel sauce base with mustard and fresh dill. The recipe features ling and prawns but can be adapted with various seafood options including smoked fish, tinned tuna, scallops or mussels. The dish requires approximately 30 minutes of baking and can alternatively be to...

The Socceroos face Cameroon in a friendly match as final preparation for the FIFA World Cup. Players compete for selection in Tony Popovic's squad ahead of the tournament in the United States in June. The match coincides with a reunion of Australia's 2005 World Cup qualification squad at the iconic stadium where goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer made crucial penalty saves. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Whittlesea Bakehouse, a family-owned bakery north of Melbourne, has won the award for Australia's best hot cross buns, defeating more than 130 bakers nationwide. The bakery has previously claimed titles for best sausage rolls and plain mince pies, and recently placed third in the vanilla slice competition. Manager Adrian Caporetti attributes their success to quality ingredients, fresh spices, and...

Treasurer Jim Chalmers warns Australia could face an economic crisis comparable to the GFC as fuel prices surge 67% due to Middle East conflict disrupting supply through the Strait of Hormuz. The government is negotiating fuel supply deals with Asian countries, including potential energy swaps with Japan, while petrol stations across the country experience supply shortages. Australia's fuel distri...

The Prime Minister plans to convene National Cabinet on Monday to discuss emergency fuel-saving measures including public transport discounts, carpooling and work-from-home arrangements. The meeting follows international examples like South Korea asking citizens to reduce shower times and charge phones during daylight hours, and the Philippines considering grounding flights. A panel discussion als...

Australian households are increasingly using buy now, pay later services to manage everyday expenses amid rising costs and economic pressure from the Middle East conflict. Gen X leads spending at $693 monthly, followed by millennials at $613, with the services shifting from discretionary purchases to essential cash flow management. Financial experts express concern about younger generations using...

Dame Sarah Mullally has been installed as the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to hold this position in the Church of England's 1,400-year history. The ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral was attended by approximately 2,000 people, including the Prince and Princess of Wales and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. In separate news, Pope Leo has appointed New South Wales Bishop Ant...

Australian farmers and trucking operators are facing severe financial pressure from a fuel crisis that has seen diesel prices double at the terminal gate. Independent fuel supply chains are particularly affected, with some operators forced to stop operating, while farmers ration fuel use and prioritise essential activities like harvesting. Industry leaders are calling for urgent government support...

Sydney Swans midfielder Isaac Heeney discusses his hamstring injury recovery and availability for the upcoming match against West Coast Eagles following the team's first loss of the 2026 season to Hawthorn. The Swans started the season with two consecutive wins before their bye round. Heeney is also working with Telstra on their footy grants programme, which has supported nearly 600 local football...

A four-storey medieval castle in Logan, Brisbane South, built by hand over 40 years by an 83-year-old artist, is going to auction. The unique property features gargoyles, gallows, stocks, and sits on 10 acres of land, with the owner's family now deciding to sell after four decades of residence. The fortress includes authentic medieval touches and could potentially be redeveloped into residential d...

The Australian government has access to emergency fuel rationing measures, including a potential $40 daily cap at petrol pumps, though Federal Transport Minister Catherine King states this is not currently being considered. The government is addressing fuel supply distribution challenges and price monitoring through the ACCC, while urging Australians to avoid hoarding fuel as it creates dangerous...

Queensland introduces nation-leading e-bike and e-scooter laws banning children under 16 from riding these devices, requiring all riders to hold a valid learner's permit or licence. The new laws, effective from 1 July, give police powers to seize and destroy illegal devices, with parents facing fines if their children are caught riding. The measures respond to over a dozen deaths and 6,000 injurie...