Australia

Government extends fuel security payments to Geelong and Brisbane plants amid Middle East supply shock

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Assistant minister Julian Hill questions the viability of standalone tobacco shops as organised crime dominates the market and firebombings escalate.

Treasurer promises tax reform, spending cuts and productivity push despite Middle East turmoil pushing oil to $100 per barrel

CA board discussed raising wagering product fees from $15M to match NRL/AFL's $40-50M annually, despite BBL's family-friendly marketing.

97.5% of house resales turned a profit in H2 2025, with Perth and Brisbane outperforming Sydney for the first time since the mining boom. The typical household can now afford just 15% of homes for sale.

New data shows 90% of Australian security teams face pressure to loosen access controls, even as AI-generated attacks surge to record levels.

Anthea Harris appointed national coordinator as competition watchdog investigates Ampol, BP, Mobil and Viva Energy over diesel supply.

Winds near 315km/h as rare category 5 system bears down on Cape York Peninsula. Schools closed, evacuations underway.

National Cabinet meets tomorrow as government scrambles to coordinate response to global oil shock. Asian refineries hold the key.

Australian companies are signing perpetual leases with landlords in California. The rent is paid in tokens. The building will never be ours.