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Chris Bowen extends fuel standards as supply crisis fears grow.

Lower fuel standards extended as supply fears remain

Energy Minister Chris Bowen has extended temporary fuel quality changes to September as global supply pressures continue to create uncertainty.

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Anthony Albanese is among world leaders pushing to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

PM responds to Hormuz reopening, warns of uncertainty

Anthony Albanese has responded to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the economic impact of the conflict will continue to be felt worldwide.

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Questions on human rights records and Russian oil hang over Anthony Albanese's fuel supply deals.

Compromises mount in Albanese’s urgent global fuel hunt

As fuel supplies tighten, world leaders - including Australia's - are having to make uncomfortable choices about where they source their oil.

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Anthony Albanese is among world leaders pushing to reopen shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Albanese joins urgent talks after Iran declares Hormuz open

Australia has joined a meeting of about 50 world leaders to organise an international mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing trade disruptions.

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Disturbing twist as killer blames ‘alter ego’ in child murder.

Killer’s chilling claim as new evidence emerges in court

A shocking claim about an ‘alter ego’ surfaced in court as prosecutors outlined what they say is a web of lies surrounding the child’s murder. Warning: Disturbing content

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel agreed to a Lebanon truce at the request of the US.

Trump stuns Israel with abrupt Lebanon bombing halt

The US President has taken an unusually tough stance on Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon, while signalling progress toward a wider deal involving Iran.

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The world’s most critical oil chokepoint has reopened under a US-brokered ceasefire.

Iran declares Hormuz Strait 'completely open' for ships

Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz open for commercial transit, as backchannel diplomacy points to a potential deal within weeks.

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Meghan and Prince Harry pose for a selfie with children and their families during a visit to the Royal Children's Hospital on April 14, 2026 in Melbourne.

Sussexes’ trip Down Under a ‘royal tour’ or money spinner?

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Australian tour had everything expected in a royal visit except for the official label, making the trip controversial as they mixed charitable work with commercial interests. 

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Henry was accidently run over by his mum.

Terrible moment influencer runs over her toddler with car

The ‘motherhood’ influencer has detailed the horrifying moment, calling it ‘the worst day of our lives.’

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Hezbollah supporters in Beirut celebrate ceasefire with Israel as it takes effect.

Celebratory gun blasts greet first day of Lebanon ceasefire

Gun blasts greeted revellers as clocks ticked past midnight on day one of the 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon after Israel agreed to the deal.

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Prince Harry and Meghan take a selfie with well-wishers at a sailing event with members of Invictus Australia in Sydney Harbour, on day four of the royal trip on April 14, 2026.

SEE THE PICS: Commotion as Meghan and Harry hit iconic spot

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been swarmed by masses of people at a famous hotspot on the final day of their Australian tour.

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Catch at the Old Fish Market owner Anthony Cooper and animal activist Emma Smart.

Animal activist kills pet cray in restaurant ‘rescue’ howler

An animal activist’s dramatic ‘rescue’ has backfired in spectacular fashion.

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A property expert has revealed the huge costs of the disgraced former prince’s new home and why he may be reunited with his ex-wife sooner than originally thought.

REVEALED: The huge costs of disgraced Andrew’s new home

A property expert has revealed the huge costs of the disgraced former prince’s new home and why he may be reunited with his ex-wife sooner than originally thought.

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The RBA says the Iran war risks fuelling a dangerous combination of high inflation and rising unemployment.

RBA warns Iran war could trigger 1980s-style stagflation

The Reserve Bank has warned the Iran war could push Australia toward a damaging mix of rising prices and weaker growth, echoing the economic turmoil of the 1980s.

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