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A fuel excise cut is on its way, but is it a big 'mistake' for Australian households?

Economists warn that a fuel excise cut could boost inflation — and make mortgage rate hikes more likely.

Politics

Fuel excise slashed, relief for truckies as Australia enters stage two of four-point plan
Politics
For Australia's 'vanlifers', the fuel crisis is a headache — or a threat to survival
Australia

'Evil man': A timeline of the seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman
The search for alleged police shooter Dezi Freeman has been one of Australia's largest police operations in history.
Australia
Who are the Houthis? The 'powerful ally' of Iran putting 'significant' pressure on Trump
The latest Houthi attack on Israel comes after years of back-and-forth attacks between the group and the US in the Red Sea.
World
The Epstein files have exposed the world's elite. But will justice be done?
It's been two months since the latest tranche of Epstein files were released, and the impact on the world's elite continues to be felt.
World

War in the Middle East

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Iran confirms death of top navy commander

Middle East

Houthi supporters shout slogans during a rally against Israel and the United States' war on Iran.

Yemen's Houthis launch first missile at Israel, have ability to disrupt another shipping route

World

Iran has attracted the attention of foreign powers amid rising tensions over international maritime rules in the Strait of Hormuz.

With Hormuz choked, how does the world reroute — and what does that mean for Australia?

World

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Albanese has announced new fuel powers. What are they and why do they matter?

Australia

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Inside Lebanon's war zone where medics are targets too

World

The other front: How Lebanon is being pulled into Israel's plan to reshape the Middle East

Middle East

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Far from the frontline, close to the fallout: How the Middle East war is testing Australia

Middle East

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'There is a risk': Concerns over the new Iranian leader owning assets in Australia

Middle East

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Fuel prices hamper Easter holiday plans

Published 29 March 2026 4:09pm

As the Easter break draws closer, rising fuel costs are placing pressure on holiday budgets. The Australian Tourism Industry Council says it expects people could opt for shorter trips this year and stay closer to home. Reporter Tom Stayner visited the seaside town of Sorrento, which lies on the tip of Victoria's Mornington Peninsula.

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Current Affairs

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Gary is part of the super-rich. He believes wealthy Australians should be paying more tax

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Kyro wanted gender-affirming treatment but was told he had to wait to make the decision

Life

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Becoming a 'slay queen' gave Habiba a life of luxury, but her lifestyle can come with a cost

World

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Looking at this content online could feel like someone's watching over your shoulder — or worse

Life

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Max lives in a 'renters' utopia', but some say the city's famous housing system isn't fair

World

Small Business Secrets

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'Grief and rage': This Nowruz, celebrations hide a 'devastating' reality for Iranian Australians

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'A piece of living history': How Greek milk bars changed the way Australians meet and eat

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The cost of war: How the Middle East conflict could worsen food insecurity in Australia

Australia

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As the threat of war heightens distress, help may be just a phone call away

Australia

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