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Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen says Australia has enough fuel for 39 days.

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Diesel prices soar as Bowen says only 39 days of fuel left

Diesel drivers are gearing up for even more financial pain at the pump from next week as the Middle East conflict sends the price of oil through the roof. 

Charlton Hart and Joe Spagnolo

Roger Cook has announced new mandatory requirements for FuelWatch reporting and increased penalties amid the ongoing fuel crisis.

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$4000 fines for servos who don’t disclose fuel price

WA service stations will be hit with a $4000 fine if they don’t declare their fuel price to Fuelwatch – and will also be forced to reveal when they run out of fuel, under proposed changes.

Joe Spagnolo

A social media post by local councillor alleging Muslim men are disrupting local streets has sparked outrage after it emerged the accompanying image was AI-generated.

EXCLUSIVEPremiumCouncillor under fire over AI prayer image

A social media post by a local councillor alleging Muslim men are disrupting local streets has sparked outrage after it emerged the accompanying image was AI-generated.

Jack Nivison

Human rights groups and the US government are monitoring the release of prisoners in Cuba. (AP PHOTO)

Law and orderPremiumCuba releases prisoners under scrutiny of rights groups

More than 2000 prisoners are slated ‌to be released as part of what Cuba's state-run media calls a "sovereign and humanitarian" gesture.

Dave Sherwood and Mario Fuentes

More than half of the 45 public schools promised air-conditioning upgrades if the Cook Government was re-elected could be waiting up to another two years for cooler classrooms.

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Why WA schools are facing more delays in wait for air con

More than half of the 45 public schools promised air-conditioning upgrades if the Cook Government was re-elected could be waiting up to another two years for cooler classrooms.

Bethany Hiatt

A Japanese newspaper reports Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is intending to visit Australia. (EPA PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumJapan PM plans Australia visit over rare earths: report

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to visit Australia to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and access to ‌rare earth elements, a media report says.

Staff Writers

City of Wanneroo mayor Linda Aitken has come under fire on social media after an apparent f-bomb slip-up during a recent council meeting.

Local GovernmentCommentsPremiumMayor slammed for dropping ‘f-bomb’ at council meeting

The mayor of the City of Wanneroo has come under fire on social media after an apparent slip-up on a microphone during a recent council meeting.

Liam Murphy

Ma Xingrui's most recent known public appearance was in Beijing in late October. (AP PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumChinese politburo member Ma faces corruption probe

A Chinese government anti-corruption watchdog says it is investigating politburo member Ma Xingrui.

Staff Writers

The Iran war has shown how easily fuel security can be compromised. A comprehensive, detailed, credible fuel plan should be at the centre of any ‘reform’ agenda from our Government.

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Fuel-proof plan is required to deal with Middle East crisis

The Iran war has shown how easily fuel security can be compromised. A comprehensive, detailed, credible fuel plan should be at the centre of any ‘reform’ agenda from our Government.

Michelle Grattan

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addressed the nation Monday, urging Australians to enjoy their Easter in National Address.

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Albo squandered an opportunity with anticlimactic address

The Prime Minister missed the mark this week — but it doesn’t mean it can’t be done.

Lanna Hill

It can be hard to evaluate the sound and fury coming out of Washington about the war in the Middle East, but Australia must be ready to help get fuel flowing again.

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Australia must be ready to help secure oil route

It can be hard to evaluate the sound and fury coming out of Washington about the war in the Middle East, but Australia must be ready to help get fuel flowing again.

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Reduced petrol prices at the Burk petrol station in Mount Lawley saw a few cars lining up for the cheap fuel.

WA NewsCommentsPetrol prices edge down while diesel keeps climbing

Perth motorists are set for slight relief at the bowsers on Saturday, but diesel continues to trend up as experts warn Government intervention won’t make much of a difference for long.

Oliver Lane

The chief of one of Australia’s big 4 banks has warned there is a “chance” the country could enter a recession amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East and inflationary headaches at home.

BUSINESSPremiumWestpac call no Aussie wanted to hear

The chief of one of Australia’s big 4 banks has warned there is a “chance” of a recession amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East and inflationary headaches at home.

Blake Antrobus

Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson said all fuel suppliers were now providing “a level” of information.

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Major update in WA fuel emergency as companies share data

All fuel suppliers have now supplied at least some level of information after the Cook Government forced their hands with emergency powers.

Oliver Lane

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TRANSPORTPremiumAussie student’s fury over ‘crazy’ fine

An Aussie university student has slammed a “crazy” fine she was handed for travelling with a concession card – despite claiming she presented an entitlement card.

Georgia Palgan

Federal Health Minister Mark Butler said there was ‘no way’ the Federal Government would be negotiating any fundamental elements’ of the PBS.

Federal PoliticsCommentsButler stands firm on PBS commitment despite Trump tariff

Australia is standing firm on its commitment to cheaper medicines under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme after US President Donald Trump slapped a 100 per cent tariff on pharmaceuticals overnight.

Hannah Cross

Defence Minister Richard Marles.

Federal PoliticsVideoCommentsMarles makes one thing ‘absolutely clear’ about SAS in Iran

Defence minister Richard Marles is refusing to comment on the deployment of special forces to the Middle East but has made one thing ‘absolutely clear’.

Andrew Greene

Min Aung Hlaing's ascent to the presidency followed a major reshuffle in Myanmar's armed forces. (AP PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumMyanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing elected president

Myanmar's parliament has made junta boss Min Aung Hlaing the country's president, five years after he orchestrated a coup against the elected government.

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The Prime Minister’s online Easter message urged everyone to ‘relish’ the long weekend opportunity to recharge.

Federal PoliticsVideoCommentsAlbanese completely ignores fuel crisis in Easter message

Anthony Albanese has urged Australians to catch up with family and friends and take it easy on the roads over Easter, but made no mention of the fuel crisis that is cutting some holiday plans short.

Jessica Page

Supporters and mourners of Indigenous man Kumanjayi White have been calling for justice. (Lloyd Jones/AAP PHOTOS)

Law and orderPremiumReport completed almost a year after death in custody

An external police review of the use of force by officers who held down a young Aboriginal man just before he died is completed ahead of a decision on charges.

Lloyd Jones

Fisheries Minister Jackie Jarvis and City of Albany mayor Greg Stocks.

Artificial ReefPremiumTender out for $1.4m artificial fishing reef off Ledge Beach

Recreational fishers in Albany are set to gain a major new offshore attraction, with the State Government investing millions into an artificial reef designed to boost fishing opportunities.

Amy Towers

Australia's pharmaceutical benefits scheme remains in the sights of America's drug giants. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

PoliticsPremiumAustralia backs cheaper medicines in face of US levies

The government says it won't back down or negotiate the pharmaceutical benefits scheme despite pressure from the Trump administration following new tariffs.

Tess Ikonomou

Energy Minister Chris Bowen says he is ‘pleased’ with forecast for fuel supply through April. NewsWire / Martin Ollman

NewsPremiumFuel ships on their way over Easter, but ‘risks’ remain

More than 50 fuel ships are en route to Australia as thousands celebrate Easter, but the government warns longer-term “risks” remain.

Nathan Schmidt

Macron hits back at Trump as UK, Australia and allies hold talks.

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‘Not a show’: French President fires back after Trump swipe

LATIKA M BOURKE: France’s President Emmanuel Macron has pushed back on Donald Trump’s criticism, warning that world politics is serious as tensions rise over Iran.

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