Two men in hospital after brazen alleged hit and run
A man will spend the night behind bars after he allegedly strangled an unknown man and pinned another under his car before driving away.
Economy, Business and Finance
Labor considers windfall gas tax amid Iran price spike
A new tax on extraordinary gas profits caused by the Middle East conflict could raise an extra $27 billion per year for the federal budget, advocates say.
Aussie shares hit nine-month low as war wipes $270b
The bourse is down for a third straight week with more than $270 billion wiped from its market value since US attacks on Iran sparked an energy market crisis.
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Three more rate hikes tipped as prices begin to rise
Construction contractors are already hiking prices due to rising fuel costs, in a sign the US-Israeli war in Iran is contributing to economy-wide inflation.
Aussie shares plunge, oil prices spike as war escalates
The Australian stock market has fallen to its lowest level since November, with heavy losses for goldminers as the yellow metal fell to $US4,850.
No new mines but coal expansions given green light
Large-scale coal mine expansions will continue to be approved under a new state policy despite concerns from its own carbon emissions commission.
RBA frets over severe global shock from Middle East war
Spillover from the Iran war and an uptick in risky lending to first-home buyers could threaten Australia's financial stability, the Reserve Bank warns.
Safe as houses: home resale profits go through the roof
Record home sales profits are lining the pockets of people in the housing market, while pushing the price of admission beyond the means of ordinary Australians.
‘Over-prepared’: PM’s pledge on growing fuel crisis
Australia will have a single point of contact co-ordinating fuel supplies and issues that might arise due to the Iran war, with further measures expected.
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economy, business and finance
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Treasurer softens up voters for ‘hard decisions’ on tax
The government will warn of a hit to economic growth and Australia's productivity performance in the upcoming budget, raising the stakes for ambitious reform.
Incoming BHP boss calls on Australia to mend its ways
Australia needs to adopt more business-friendly policies on energy and labour if it is to compete for capital, the new boss of mining giant BHP says.
Australian shares creep higher as oil prices steady
The local bourse is making a tentative advance after a relatively quiet night for oil prices, ahead of a national cabinet meeting to discuss fuel supplies.
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radio
radio industry
Radio giant takes big bet in Sandilands contract fight
Kyle Sandilands may have played a shrewd move after his axing by focusing attention on his radio masters rather than himself, legal experts say.
Aussies to build GPS alternative for self-driving cars
Cars, rockets and mining vehicles could drive themselves even when the global positioning system goes dark if a Sydney company succeeds in its mission.
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Treasurer warns of major economic damage from Iran war
Fresh modelling shows oil price shocks and soaring prices for other commodities will have a lasting impact on Australia's economy.
Renewable energy project may help blow down power bills
The savings from a new type of energy project could slash electricity bills for households in Victoria, NSW and Queensland, and consume less farming land.
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war
Australia prepares fuel plans if Mideast war drags on
Australia is preparing for all scenarios should the war in the Middle East go on indefinitely and the fuel crisis escalates, the prime minister says.
Australian rules football
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imperial and royal matters
Up there Queen Mary: royal kicks goals in MCG debut
Denmark's Queen Mary has lived out the dream of many Australians, booting a goal at the MCG as she met AFL players during a return to her home nation.
Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict
Coalminer New Hope is experiencing a price lift for the black mineral from the war in the Middle East, after posting a sharp fall in interim profit.
Fuel ration push parked as crisis talks target pricing
Ministers say they're focused on getting more petrol into the market in response to the Iran war, rather than limiting how much motorists can buy.
Collateral damage: war threatens to blow up inflation
Domestic pressures were behind the Reserve Bank's decision to hike interest rates, governor Michele Bullock says, although the Iran war will worsen inflation.
Trump-Xi meeting could be delayed, White House says
A White House spokeswoman says it is possible US President Donald Trump's visit to China could be delayed.
Gambler’s regret as Star-dudded suit loses millions
Casino giant Star Entertainment will be millions out of pocket after appearing to sue the wrong party in a court case over dangerous combustible cladding.
Emergency global stockpile oil coming soon, IEA says
Emergency oil reserves from Asia and Oceania will be available immediately, the International Energy Agency says as it details the release of stockpiles.
Missing man found alive as floods spark more rescues
A man who went missing from a houseboat has been found alive as major flooding continues to impact communities across the nation's north.
State finally launches ticketless travel – with a catch
Train passengers in one state will finally be able to pay fares with bank cards or iPhones, but the system will only be available to some commuters.
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Postcode where more drivers plug into electric car cuts
More than 100,000 Australians have taken advantage of the federal government's tax exemption for electric vehicles but households in one location are most keen.
Fuel stockpile topped up as minister says supply secure
Australia has stockpiled more than a month's supply of fuel and is as "prepared as possible" as the war in the Middle East continues to impact global supply,
Servos under the pump over quickfire fuel price hikes
Petrol and diesel prices were hiked dramatically almost straight after war broke out in the Middle East, the consumer watchdog has found.
Police back e-bike crackdown after two teenagers die
Two teenagers riding an e-bike have died in a horrific head-on collision with a Harley Davidson, raising more questions about the safety of the devices.
‘Broken and unfair’: states urge change to GST carve-up
The cost to Australian taxpayers of a contentious GST carve-up will rise by another $6.6 billion in 2026/27, sparking fresh anger from critics of the deal.