The gas tax ripoff. Japan collects more on our gas than we do
The Japanese Government makes more revenue taxing the import of Australian gas than the Australian Government does from those exporting it. What’s the scam? The scam is how our gas…
Tolling the Strait. Is Iran acting with reason in a Trumpian world?
To some, it may be heresy, but charging tolls for passage through the Strait of Hormuz looks reasonable in a Trumpian world, Michael Pascoe argues. If, unlike Richard Marles, you…
Leaders to reconvene for fuel talks after refinery fire
The ongoing global fuel crisis will again be discussed in a meeting between the prime minister and state and territory leaders. But Anthony Albanese insists the national cabinet meeting won’t…
Tim Cook stepping down as Apple chief for new position
Apple has named insider John Ternus as its next chief executive, tasking the long-time hardware chief to steer the company after Tim Cook, as the iPhone maker gears up for…
Heat-safe rentals pushed to protect from quiet killer
Heat-safe rentals and tougher workplace safety rules for outdoor workers on scorching hot days have been proposed by a state climate policy advisory body. Identifying extreme heat as an under-recognised…
Cuba says ‘respectful’ meeting held with US officials
US officials met recently with their Cuban counterparts in Havana, an official in the Cuban foreign ministry has confirmed in an interview to state-run outlet Granma. Axios reported on Friday…
Hollywood star’s role in malicious smear website probed
Malicious websites attacking the producer and star of Rebel Wilson’s directorial debut will be the focus of the second day of a blockbuster defamation trial. The Pitch Perfect star directed,…
Tim Tam turmoil: Woolies defends ‘fake discount’ claims
Supermarket giant Woolworths will defend its discounting regime in court against consumer watchdog claims it used fake discounts to mislead customers despite higher prices. Woolworths will present its case to…
Turkey says COP31 will push for more global action
The United Nations climate summit will seek to turn past decisions into action, with financing the main focus, Turkey says, as it prepares to host and chair COP31. Environment and…
Oil jumps, stocks retreat as Mideast ceasefire teeters
Oil prices have jumped and global equities have eased as markets grow increasingly concerned the ceasefire between the US and Iran might not hold, while tensions over the Strait of…