Strait of Hormuz reopens: Albanese says Australia ‘wants this to hold’

Anthony Albanese has welcomed the announcement the critical Strait of Hormuz will be reopened, but has warned that it won’t mean an end to the fuel crisis. Despite Iran’s announcement overnight, there... Read more »

Iran reimposes restrictions after US continues blockade

Sam Magdy and Sam Metz April 18, 2026 — 8:29pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save this article... Read more »

Western Bulldogs superstar Sam Darcy injures his knee against the Geelong Cats at GMHBA Stadium

Updated April 18, 2026 — 6:39pm,first published April 17, 2026 — 8:37pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save... Read more »

Dowerin buzzing as Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin returns to footy for childhood club

An eight-time All-Australian with two AFL premierships and more than 1,000 goals under his belt, Lance “Buddy” Franklin is used to big crowds and the spotlight. But while Saturday’s crowd of 3,500... Read more »

India rejects move to increase number of women in parliament

It is the largest demoracy in the world but just 14 per cent of the politicians are women. Yet, a move to increase the number of female politicians in India, putting women’s... Read more »

Agricultural, transport industries call for urgent road repairs in flood-hit Northern Territory

Industry leaders working in the Northern Territory are calling for urgent federal intervention to expedite flood-related road repairs.  Northern Territory industry peak bodies have raised the alarm on the state of NT... Read more »

Tom Gleeson: ‘I might be deluded but I feel people know I’m coming from a good place’ | Comedy

As we walk down the top end of Collins Street, past the Rolex store on one side and Gucci boutique on the other, approaching the theatre bearing massive photos of his face,... Read more »

Royal tour to celebrity circuit: Harry, Meghan evolve

From a stay at Admiralty House in 2018 to an appearance on MasterChef in 2026, the contrast between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australian visits is striking. And with good reason. It... Read more »

Fixed vs variable: What should borrowers do with their rates as they brace for more hikes?

Brief Economists have warned of more interest rate hikes by Christmas. Some borrowers are considering refinancing, but there are risks. As major banks predict more interest rate hikes to come in 2026,... Read more »

Boys killed in Kawerau riverbank tragedy identified

The two children who were killed when a riverbank collapsed in the Bay of Plenty have been identified as local boys Luti Maui Mafi and Pauly Lloyd. The pair, aged 10 and... Read more »