The Nightly understands military personnel have been placed on alert for potential government repatriation efforts from the Middle East, despite Penny Wong requesting Australians get commercial flights.
Energy prices have surged after Iran struck a Qatari LNG hub as investors are warned the selling in shares could extend as the Middle East conflict grows worse than expected.
Families paying off a mortgage and struggling workers are now more likely to cut back on fresh fruit and vegetables as the Middle East conflict pushes up petrol prices.
Wholesale diesel prices surged overnight as NRMA warned the increases could worsen cost of living pressures unless the Middle East conflict is resolved.
In an election fought in inflation, the country-based party became known for nuclear power, which many voters viewed with scepticism, an internal review found