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The new National Defence Strategy feels written for a bygone era – and ignores the elephant in the room

Sometimes new government strategies really aren’t newsworthy. The 2026 National Defence Strategy (NDS) is like that.

The Conversation

'Inspiration': Freeman receives top civilian honour

Athlete and campaigner Cathy Freeman has been presented with the Companion of the Order of Australia award by Governor-General Sam Mostyn.

AAP

Australia: Refinery fire raises fuel supply concerns amid Iran war

Fire at Viva Energy's Geelong refinery, which supplies 10% of Australia’s fuel, sparks supply fears as Iran war keeps global prices elevated.

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Bulletin AM briefing: UK economy grew better-than-expected before Iran war

UK economy beat expectations and showed surprise growth. Oil prices fall yet again amid hopes for new US-Iran peace talks. MPs voted against Australia-style social media ban for the second time. Leading evangelical figure says Trump did not intend Jesus AI photo. Rare asteroid expected to pass Earth closer than…

The Independent UK

Australia boosts military spending as Iran war makes global impact

Australia's defense minster says the Iran war had greatly complicated the global strategic landscape and the country is significantly increasing its military spending

The Independent UK

Major oil refinery fire likely to impact Australia’s fuel supplies

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The Independent UK

Climate emitters opt for cheap offsets, few real cuts

Official figures suggest Australia's main industry decarbonisation tool is pushing polluters to rely on inexpensive offsets rather than actual emissions cuts.

AAP

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What does the Geelong refinery fire reveal about Australia’s fuel supplies?

Late on Wednesday, Victorian firefighters were called to a large fire at Viva Energy Group’s oil refinery in Corio, a suburb of Geelong. The blaze is believed to have been an equipment failure. Thankfully, no-one was injured.

The Conversation

‘Unprecedented’ fire at Australian oil refinery threatens already dwindling petrol supplies

Supplying around half of Victoria’s fuel and 10 per cent nationally, the refinery processes about 120,000 barrels of oil per day

The Independent UK

Australian federal court warns lawyers over ‘unacceptable’ use of AI

New guidance to legal profession ‘embraces’ use of technology but flags penalties for lawyers who ‘mislead the court’ with AI-generated errors

The Guardian - AU

Albanese cuts fuel diplomacy mission short to rush to Geelong as Bowen calls oil refinery fire ‘a setback’

Some petrol stations may see short-term outages and energy experts warn Victorian fuel prices could spike up to 20 cents a litre

The Guardian - AU

Meghan Markle says she was the ‘most trolled person in the entire world’

She made the comments during a group discussion with young people at Melbourne’s Swinburne University of Technology

The Independent UK

Meghan says 'I was the most trolled person in the world' as she opens up on her online bullying ordeal

Duchess of Sussex tells students in Melbourne she was ‘bullied and attacked’ every day for 10 years on social media

Evening Standard

Ex-US Marine loses extradition appeal over Chinese pilot training allegations

Mr Duggan is fighting extradition to the United States over allegations he illegally trained Chinese military aviators

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Aussie hits four-year high as banks, miners drag shares

The Australian dollar is trading at multi-year highs as signs of de-escalation support the global growth outlook, but the optimism has not extended to shares.

The Conversation

The court ruling in Gina Rinehart’s mining dispute reveals a lot about the nation’s inherited wealth

In a decision described by the judge as “a half-win” for each side, mining magnate Gina Rinehart has been ordered to pay hundreds of millions of dollars in royalties to the heirs of Peter Wright, the business partner of her father, Lang Hancock.

AAP

Australia joins calls for Iran ceasefire to be upheld

A dozen finance ministers have signed a joint statement calling on the US, Israel and Iran to implement the ceasefire in full as the global economy teeters.

The Guardian - AU

Geelong oil refinery fire: what we know so far

Viva Energy oil refinery at Corio, one of just two remaining in Australia, supplies about 50% of Victoria’s fuel and 10% of the whole country’s

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UCI Gravel World Championships 2026 route

A climb and gravel heavy course in Western Australia, with 140.7km of racing for the elite men and 123.1km for the elite women

AAP

Wife's vow as ex-Top Gun pilot loses extradition fight

The family of a former US marine pilot accused of illegally training Chinese military personnel have pledged not to give up as his extradition looms closer.

The Conversation

The Middle East crisis has exposed NZ to a global fertiliser shock. Where is its plan?

New Zealand and Australia like to think of themselves as food powerhouses.

AAP

Pressure over fuel, fertiliser as refinery burns

Fertiliser, fuel and a refinery fire at home are causing concern amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

AAP

AI yet to boom with Boomers but young workers trust it

Artificial intelligence is opening a generational gap in Australian businesses, with younger workers more willing to use, train and trust the technology.

International Business Times UK

Should Prince Harry Shave His Head? Brutal Photos of Duke's 'Wicked' Bald Patch Ignite Social Media

Prince Harry's thinning hair became a focal point during his Melbourne visit, sparking online debate about whether he should shave his head or seek hair restoration treatment.

AAP

Aussies want electric cars to save cash, not the planet

Australians are considering electric cars as fuel prices rise, with potential buyers fuelled by the possibility of saving money rather than the environment.

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