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‘Race suicide’: Sir William Walkley’s unearthed report on apartheid South Africa reveals birthrate fears

Exclusive: The founder of Australia’s most prominent media awards visited the apartheid state in 1958 and judged it ‘a grand country with a great future’

The Guardian - AU · May 25, 2024

Who’s out of touch? The tabloid obsession over what the treasurer’s ‘missus’ wore on budget night

Laura Chalmers’ outfit prompted some to brand her husband ‘out of touch’ – but others pointed to sexism in the coverage. Plus: more brickbats as Walkleys drop Ampol

The Guardian - AU · May 17, 2024

Walkleys end media awards sponsorship deal with fossil fuel company Ampol

Exclusive: Walkley Foundation changes donation policy, saying it won’t accept support from companies that ‘offer no tangible benefit to humanity’

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

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Refineries pumped on high-value, ultra-low sulphur fuel

Upgrades are on track for producing ultra-low sulphur fuel suitable for the latest European and American cars, an Australian refiner says.

AAP · May 9, 2024

Fyshwick fuel station sale flags expanded ACT plan for hydrogen transport

Stand by. Big things are about to happen in ACT hydrogen.

The Canberra Times · Apr 6, 2024

Drivers on struggle street fuel Ampol's 'mega profit'

Refinery operator and service station chain Ampol has been accused of delaying pump price relief for consumers already stung by a cost of living crisis.

AAP · Feb 19, 2024

Ever so quietly, EV charging prices slowly creep up

How much it's going to cost you to recharge your EV now.

The Canberra Times · Jan 21, 2024

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The Walkley awards were begun by a prominent oil baron. How do we reconcile their history and future?

In May this year, Belinda Noble, former journalist and the founder of Comms Declare, an organisation representing media professionals who won’t promote the expansion of fossil fuels, wrote on Ampol’s sponsorship of the nation’s premier journalism prizes, the Walkley Awards.

The Conversation · Nov 21, 2023

Report pokes holes in fuel company plans for net zero

An analysis of net-zero plans released by petrol companies have questioned their green claims, including their reliance on 'dirty' hydrogen and carbon offsets.

AAP · Nov 3, 2023

'I'll pop one in the head and one in the chest': service station workers held at gunpoint

The two console operators were detained in the manager's office for 10 minutes.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 31, 2023

Toyota, Hyundai team to drive faster hydrogen rollout

Major car brands and energy companies have partnered to develop hydrogen refuelling stations for the nation's capital in a bid to boost next-gen vehicles.

AAP · Oct 31, 2023

Daily Mail misconstrues Ray Martin’s contempt for ‘nonsensical’ no slogan and Ampol fuels Walkley scholarship

Veteran TV presenter makes clear he wasn’t condemning no voters in voice speech, while Ampol presence causes embarrassment at journalism awards

The Guardian - AU · Oct 6, 2023

Whopper news: Hungry Jack's opens doors at M1 twin servos

In whopper news for fast foodies, Hungry Jack's has officially taken over from McDonald's northbound on the M1.

Newcastle Herald · Oct 4, 2023

Red Bull makes three-year Triple Eight commitment

The GM homologation team today confirmed that the energy drinks giant has signed on until the end of the 2026 season.

Motorsport · Sep 29, 2023

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AAP · Sep 22, 2023

Ampol reveals plans to take biodiesel on the road

Heavy trucks could be fuelled by renewable diesel in future after one of Australia's largest energy companies revealed a two-month trial of the fuel.

The Guardian - AU · Sep 1, 2023

Amanda Vanstone’s expletive-laden insult of radio show guest caps off ABC’s hellish week

Former Howard government minister and host of RN’s Counterpoint program leaves science educator Corey Tutt in disbelief. Plus: wireless wipeout in Melbourne

Newcastle Herald · Aug 2, 2023

New fast food joint revealed for twin servos as Maccas shuts for good

The golden arches which have served as a shining beacon of hope for travellers headed northbound on the M1 have gone dark after decades slinging burgers and fries.

AAP · Jul 19, 2023

Petrol giant to help Aussie car owners go electric

A Brisbane start-up's technology will enable electric vehicle owners to charge their cars from the comfort of their own homes.

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The New Daily · Apr 9, 2023

Service station takeover: OTR expansion set to wipe out Coles Express

Viva Energy's acquisition of the OTR service station chain gives consumers the first glimpse of what's to become of Coles Express.

Newcastle Herald · Mar 22, 2023

'I will pop one in the head': Man admits detaining service station workers at gunpoint

Drug affected and ranting about committing murders and cooking kilograms of ice, Garry John Wright carjacked a man at Heatherbrae and then detained two terrified service station workers at gunpoint, pointing the weapon at police before he was arrested.

AAP · Mar 21, 2023

Electric car-charging fees rise as energy prices bite

A third electric vehicle charging network is raising the price of recharging cars but experts say there are still ways for savvy drivers to avoid them.

The New Daily · Feb 20, 2023

EV charging network expands as EU petrol ban could force Aussies to go electric

Electric vehicle drivers will soon have access to more charging stations, as the Queensland government partners with Ampol to convert service stations into EV hubs.

AAP · Feb 19, 2023

Fuel retailer Ampol posts record full year profit

Fuel giant Ampol has posted record full-year earnings generated by high refining margins and its best convenience retail performance in five years.

AAP · Feb 16, 2023

Queensland reveals plans to power electric car trend

More Australian petrol stations will be turned into electric vehicle recharging hubs as Ampol ramps up its local rollout and EV numbers double.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 9, 2023

From Broadslay to BWYASSS: the best, worst and cringiest brand tie-ins at Sydney Pride

The city is currently drenched in rainbow capitalism ahead of WorldPride – which can be both nice and very funny

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