2 h. ago Petrol, electricity and gas price spikes inevitable if Iran chokes shipping

The Iranian parliament has voted to halt shipping through one of the world’s key energy choke points, risking retaliation from the US.

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2 h. ago Iran has vowed to choke global shipping. That could push petrol to $2.50 a litre

The Iranian parliament has voted to halt shipping through one of the world’s key energy choke points, risking retaliation from the US.

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3 h. ago White House emphasised strikes were not about regime change. Then Trump logged on to social media

Israel will be looking for support to topple Iran’s Supreme Leader, and Trump may be tempted to help. But such involvement carries risks for Americans - and for the President himself.

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4 h. ago Queensland police demonstrate use of the new Taser 10 devices

The Queensland government has announced funding in the state budget for more than 6500 of the new Tasers.

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5 h. ago ‘Fixing the mess’: Premier says budget won’t reduce public service

As David Janetzki prepares to hand down the first LNP budget since 2014, he and the premier have been at pains to assure Queenslanders austerity is not on the agenda.

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6 h. ago There used to be five big risks to the Australian budget. That’s grown

For the first time, the treasurer has flagged the risk posed by US government bonds, which are a cornerstone of the global financial system.

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7 h. ago Hazlewood and Lyon respond to stinging Johnson comments calling for change

The former team-mate of the Australian bowlers said the Test team needs to “embrace the future”.

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9 h. ago WA news LIVE: Risk of Iran developing nuclear weapon ‘huge’: Hastie

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10 h. ago Airlines cancel flights to Doha, Dubai; schedule changes for Australian passengers

Qatar Airways, which flies daily from Australia’s cities to Doha, says the ongoing situation “will require some schedule changes to strengthen the connectivity.”

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10 h. ago Australian golf star Minjee Lee joins exalted company with third major win

Minjee Lee faltered early in the final round before steadying to become just the third Australian female golfer to win three majors. Her victory in the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship earned her $1.8 million.

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10 h. ago Brisbane news live: Man charged over Brisbane bus driver attack; The latest on the crisis in the Middle East; AC/DC reveal Australian tour details

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13 h. ago Torquay’s favourite sandwich bar is moving, but it’s good news for fans of carbs

There’s more to love at the new Mortadeli, including carbonara-inspired breakfast wraps, pasta all day, and Roman drinking food. Plus, a nearby cafe has an all-Australian menu led by jaffles.

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33 h. ago RAAF planes land in Dubai ahead of repatriation flight from Israel

Two Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) planes are now in the Middle East after landing in Dubai ahead of repatriation flights for Australians stuck in Israel.

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37 h. ago Cancer: Now is the time to take risks and expose your feelings

Free weekly forecast in life, love and career from renowned astrologer, Hedy Damari.

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47 h. ago ‘A bomb thrown into the middle of science’: Trump cuts hurt Australian medical research

Local research institutes are suspending projects and laying off staff as US funds dry up.

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49 h. ago Mornington Peninsula in belated push to protect homes from landslides

A coastal council whose management of landslide risk has come under the microscope is moving to add new planning controls in areas prone to erosion.

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50 h. ago Anthony Albanese’s ballooned caucus risks becoming an albatross

The 16 per cent caucus increase is a win for Albanese but risks becoming a challenge, as party elders warn controlling a larger caucus comes with managing ego and ambition.

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54 h. ago ‘I’ve come a long way’: Sam Konstas returns to Australian Test team, inked and inspired

After a rollercoaster start to his career, the young star is back for the Tests against the West Indies with a fresh tattoo and a sharpened focus as he eyes a permanent spot at the top of the order.

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3 d. ago ASX closes lower as Middle East tensions linger; Banks slump

The Australian sharemarket dipped on Friday after global markets skidded overnight as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and fears over potential US involvement rattled investors.

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3 d. ago The US says this Australian writer was expelled because of a drug lie. He’s not the first

American authorities once attempted to deport John Lennon, ostensibly for possessing cannabis.

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