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Petrol price cap considered in Perth as panic buying takes hold
The WA government weighs up whether to use its unique power to temporarily cap the price of petrol to stop gouging from retailers as the world deals with the economic fallout from the war in the Middle East.
Councillor stood down as individual launches private prosecution
A central Victorian council says it has stood down a councillor after an individual served "alleged criminal charges" on both the councillor and CEO intending to pursue a private prosecution.
Backbencher considering legal options over 'defamatory' bullying claims
The NT government has knocked back an attempt to launch a parliamentary inquiry into bullying claims against backbencher Tanzil Rahman, while Speaker Robyn Lambley has slammed Dr Rahman for his response to the allegations.
Flower importers feel the pinch as Iran war affects flight routes
The war in the Middle East is not just affecting petrol prices and travel plans — florists and their suppliers have suddenly found themselves unable to supply blooms due to the disruption of air freight routes.
Contentious Melbourne rail project makes priority infrastructure list
Australia's top infrastructure body has placed Melbourne's Suburban Rail Loop project on the highest priority list for the nation despite raising serious concerns about its business case merely a year ago.
How rising fuel prices are impacting the cost of flights
As Qantas hikes international airfares due to a surge in fuel prices from the Middle East war, an industry expert warns it's only the start of what's to come.
More views of SA Liberal candidate emerge against Islam and trans agenda
More views by Liberal Party candidate and evangelical Christian Carston Woodhouse emerge with the Adelaide man saying Islam is "poisonous and wrong" and the trans agenda is"insanity". Warning: This story contains content some readers might find distressing.
Mother of Iranian footballer pleads for her to stay in Australia, saying 'they'll kill you'
The smiles and joy seen in pictures of the seven members of the Iranian women's football team who sought asylum in Australia only tell part of the story, with many still scared for their families back home.
Borrowers told to 'brace themselves' as economists forecast rate hike
Expectations the Reserve Bank will hike the cash rate next week are rising as leading economists shift their forecasts — and some say one increase may not be enough.
Safety inspectors pressured to issue fines at worksites, CFMEU inquiry hears
A Workplace Health and Safety Queensland told the inquiry she believed the regulator had formed an "alliance" with the CFMEU.