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SBS News in Filipino Thursday, 16 April 2026

AUSTRALIA-FIRE

This photo shows the the Viva Oil Refinery in Geelong on April 16, 2026 following an overnight fire. Source: AFP / WILLIAM WEST/AFP

SBS News in Filipino Thursday


Key Points
  • There are reports of significant damage to one of Australia's last two remaining oil refineries, with fire crews responding to a blaze at the Viva Energy Group's site near Geelong
  • Various states are breaking off to ensure their own fuel supply, with New South Wales now considering creating an emergency stockpile of its own diesel reserves, following a move by Western Australia.
  • Iranian atomic energy chief, Mohammad Eslami, says the success of negotiations will depend on recognition of Iran's rights and interests.

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