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Australia's Last Two Refineries Get Subsidy Lifeline as Crude Hits $109
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Australia's Last Two Refineries Get Subsidy Lifeline as Crude Hits $109

Government extends fuel security payments to Geelong and Brisbane plants amid Middle East supply shock
Editor 7 min read 15 days ago
Australia races to solve fuel crisis as Iran blockade threatens supply chains
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Australia races to solve fuel crisis as Iran blockade threatens supply chains

National Cabinet meets tomorrow as government scrambles to coordinate response to global oil shock. Asian refineries hold the key.
Editor 13 min read 16 days ago
Fire ants march on Brisbane: $593M eradication war reaches World Heritage rainforest
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Fire ants march on Brisbane: $593M eradication war reaches World Heritage rainforest

Biosecurity zones now expand monthly as the invasive super-pest breaches Lamington National Park, threatening a 2032 deadline that experts say is slipping away.
Editor 7 min read 17 days ago
BHP Names Brandon Craig as CEO in Surprise Succession
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BHP Names Brandon Craig as CEO in Surprise Succession

Americas president beats frontrunners to lead Australia's biggest company as Mike Henry steps down after six years
Editor 5 min read 17 days ago
UK Commits £1 Billion to Buy Quantum Computers from British Startups
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UK Commits £1 Billion to Buy Quantum Computers from British Startups

Rachel Reeves announces government procurement program to boost domestic quantum industry. The strategy is simple: buy British.
Editor 5 min read 18 days ago
Australia refuses Trump's Hormuz warship request
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Australia refuses Trump's Hormuz warship request

Transport Minister Catherine King confirmed Australia will not send a vessel to escort tankers through the contested strait.
Editor 5 min read 18 days ago

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