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Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:38:24 +0000
Live: PM urges end to war with Iran, as government prepares to release millions of litres of fuel
Several times today, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has argued Iran's ability to develop a nuclear weapon has been removed, citing "intelligence and statements by the United States". Follow live.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:59:28 +0000
Oil tankers 'spoofing' their GPS data to get fuel out of Iran
Changing flags, creating new names, and faking their GPS data, ABC NEWS Verify investigates how Iranian-linked oil tankers continue to export oil during the war.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:56:43 +0000
Bradley Murdoch provided with 'high level' of attention in prison, inquest told
Bradley Murdoch took the location of his victim Peter Falconio's remains to his grave. A coronial inquest has revealed police made two desperate attempts to get answers just days before he died.   

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 05:33:29 +0000
Gold-tier health policies set to rise by as much as 25pc next month
Some Australians with private health insurance will face premium increases of as much as 25 per cent from next month, according to new analysis from CHOICE.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:02:06 +0000
Live: Wind gusts reach 315km/h as category five Cyclone Narelle nears Qld coast
Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle has intensified into a category four system, due to make landfall tomorrow. Follow live

Brisbane Times Headlines

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:55:25 +1000
Hawthorn vs Sydney AFL LIVE: Curnow, Swans locked in captivating arm wrestle with Chol and Hollywood Hawks at the MCG
The Hawks and Swans test out their early season form when they battle at the MCG to open round two. Follow along for live updates, news and reactions.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:44:16 +1000
Widespread rainfall expected from Cyclone Narelle
Cyclone Narelle is expected to bring heavy and widespread rain across northern Queensland.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:42:25 +1000
Iran war enters dangerous new phase
Critical infrastructure has been struck in multiple countries, and the repercussions are expected to be felt worldwide.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:32:37 +1000
Popovic explains sell the shirt mantra after Segecic defection
Tony Popovic explains what he means be not selling the shirt for the Socceroos.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:32:18 +1000
NRL 2026 LIVE updates: Bulldogs head to Canberra seeking second victory
The Raiders are coming off a heavy defeat to the Warriors in New Zealand, while the Bulldogs have had nearly three weeks to recover from their first-up victory over the Dragons in Las Vegas.

Canberra Times

Independent Australia

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:30:00 +1000
JEFF McMULLEN: Fancy thrones, paper tigers and dirty bombs
Donald Trump boasted of victory on Day One of the new Iran War. Jeff McMullen warns that the risks of escalation and fallout are yet to come. read now...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +1000
Assisted living amenities that improve quality of life
Assisted living communities extend beyond simple accommodations. Considerate amenities in these environments facilitate the comfort, engagement, and well-being of those residing there. read now...

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:30:00 +1000
Visa plan strategies for long-term success
Obtaining a visa is an exercise in foresight, patience, and organisation. As global mobility continues to increase, people and families are often looking for more permanent, secure alternatives. This methodical approach will help ensure a suc...

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +1000
#2 TOP IA ARTICLE OF 2025: Elon Musk waves away dodgy salute
Mark David is IA's star cartoonist and this January compilation was especially popular. read now...

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 03:30:00 +1000
​​​​​​​Finding a reliable electrician in Wollongong you can trust
Let's be honest, finding a good electrician shouldn't feel like a gamble. read now...

Otago Daily Times

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:35:44 +0000
1 dead, 2 in hospital after car crashes into Hawke’s Bay’s Wairoa River
Police believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 07:05:07 +0000
Hutt Valley Line trains closed while police attend incident
Police were alerted to the incident at about 6.25pm this evening.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:46:16 +0000
Hawke’s Bay prison attacks: Four Corrections staff members injured on one day
Sugar may have been mixed with the hot water, but Corrections hasn't confirmed it yet.

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 03:03:21 +0000
State Highway 3 closed following ‘serious crash’ between Waitōtara and Waverley
Motorists are told to expect delays.

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 03:45:25 +0000
One person dead after being trapped in avalanche during heli-skiing trip in Southern Alps
The victim was pulled alive from the avalanche but died from their injures.

Sydney Morning Herald National News

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:44:16 +1100
Widespread rainfall expected from Cyclone Narelle
Cyclone Narelle is expected to bring heavy and widespread rain across northern Queensland.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:42:25 +1100
Iran war enters dangerous new phase
Critical infrastructure has been struck in multiple countries, and the repercussions are expected to be felt worldwide.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +1100
Farmers’ fuel cost burden to drive up household food prices
Households can expect to pay more for milk, meat and maybe medicines and electronics because of war in the Middle East.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:15:23 +1100
How to save at the bowser as fuel prices rise nationwide
With the price of fuel front-of-mind for Sydney motorists, many are looking for any way to find some relief.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:13:47 +1100
Ex-Olympic cyclist's post slammed as 'deeply offensive' after wife's death
A victims' rights advocate has slammed a "deeply offensive" social media post by former Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis after he avoided jail for driving the car that killed his wife.

Sydney Morning Herald World News

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:00:18 +1100
US-Iran war as it happened: Trump distances US from Israeli attack on Iranian gas field; Iran retaliates; Albanese announces fuel supply taskforce
Oil prices have surged as both sides ratchet up attacks on energy facilities. Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East and related developments in Australia.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +1100
Trump’s claim of not knowing about the Iran gas field attack comes under question
The US president has distanced himself from an Israeli attack on Iran’s South Pars offshore gas field as tit-for-tat strikes on energy infrastructure escalate the Middle East conflict and propel oil prices even higher.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:51:35 +1100
Inside Jeffrey Epstein’s campaign to ‘disappear’ his criminal past online
After he left jail in 2009, Epstein hired a host of people to make him look better on Google, Wikipedia and many other places on the web.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:30:00 +1100
Petrol queues and rationing: How Trump and his secretary of war ignored the lessons of history
The oil shocks of the 1970s had once taught presidents and military chiefs to observe some caution in the Middle East.

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:56:38 +1100
'Overseas' suffering more on petrol than US: Vance
US Vice President JD Vance has told a US audience that other countries around the world had it worse on petrol prices.

The Age

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

The Australian

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Shorten veers left on treaty, boats
Bill Shorten has sparked a political storm over sudden policy moves that appeal to the Labor Left.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Course set for vote failure
Progressive politics is close to killing off the worthy idea of constitutional recognition of the indigenous peoples.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Labor props up budget with raids
Queensland Treasurer Curtis Pitt has ordered sweeping raids to prop up the cash-strapped state’s ailing budget.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:00:00 GMT
Fears over Brexit wipe $30bn
Shares fell yesterday, wiping more than $30 billion in value, as investors braced for a British vote to leave the EU.

Tue, 14 Jun 2016 14:15:00 GMT
‘Dole destiny’ for STEM grads
Efforts to increase the number of people studying science and maths are wrongheaded, says Productivity Commission.

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