Episodios

  • Australians paying billions in avoidable credit card fees

    Australians paying billions in avoidable credit card fees
    Mar 1 2026
    Nearly one in three Australian credit cardholders have never reviewed their card's interest rate, fees or features, resulting in an estimated $1.6 billion in extra charges annually. Australians collectively owe $19.6 billion in credit card debt attracting interest charges, costing $3.4 billion per year at an average rate of 18.5%. Switching to cards with rates under 10% and zero annual fees could save individual cardholders with $5,000 debt almost $500 annually, with 11 providers currently offering cards with no fees.

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  • Petrol prices could surge amid Middle East tensions

    Petrol prices could surge amid Middle East tensions
    Mar 1 2026
    Petrol prices in Australia could increase by 6-10% due to Middle East tensions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, with potential rises of approximately 30 cents per litre if oil increases by $30 per barrel. The price surge may impact inflation, as petroleum products comprise 12% of Australia's CPI basket, with indirect exposure affecting items like synthetic materials and airline tickets. The government's fuel excise of 51 cents per litre could be reduced as a policy response if elevated oil prices persist.

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  • Iranian missile strikes close Gulf airports

    Iranian missile strikes close Gulf airports
    Mar 1 2026
    Iranian missile strikes have hit Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports, forcing major airlines including Qantas, Singapore Airlines and Malaysian Airlines to suspend flights and reroute around the region. The airspace closures could last from one to two weeks depending on whether Iran's military regime changes or continues launching missiles at Gulf airports. Airlines are using alternate routes through Afghanistan-Georgia or via Saudi Arabia-Egypt, adding approximately 15 minutes to flight times, while thousands of travellers remain stranded without travel insurance coverage for war-related disruptions.

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  • US-Israeli strikes eliminate Iranian leadership

    US-Israeli strikes eliminate Iranian leadership
    Mar 1 2026
    The United States and Israel have conducted over 2,000 combat sorties against Iranian targets in the first 24 hours of operations, eliminating the Ayatollah and senior Revolutionary Guard leadership while targeting Iran's retaliatory strike capabilities. Iran's national security adviser is now in line to assume interim leadership as Iranian forces threaten retaliation using their remaining ballistic missile and drone capabilities. The conflict poses threats to approximately 40,000 US personnel in the region and Gulf Arab partner nations including Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman.

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  • Australia responds to escalating Middle East crisis

    Australia responds to escalating Middle East crisis
    Mar 1 2026
    Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong addresses the escalating conflict in the Middle East following retaliatory attacks between Iran and US-Israeli forces. Wong discusses Iran's destabilising influence, the risks of regime change, and Australia's priority to support approximately 115,000 Australians in the region. The government has established a registration portal for citizens in Iran, Israel, Qatar and the UAE, with hopes that commercial flights will resume to facilitate evacuations.

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  • Aussies shine at the Actor Awards

    Aussies shine at the Actor Awards
    Mar 1 2026
    The Actor Awards (formerly the SAG Awards) features three Australian nominees: Jacob Elordi for his role in Frankenstein, Rose Byrne for If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You, and Sarah Snook. The awards ceremony honours both film and television performances, with red carpet coverage capturing arrivals of stars from both industries.

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  • Trump's Iran strikes spark Australian evacuation warnings

    Trump's Iran strikes spark Australian evacuation warnings
    Mar 1 2026
    Donald Trump has confirmed 48 Iranian leaders, including the Ayatollah, have been killed in Operation Epic Fury, and has agreed to talks with Iran's new leadership. The Australian government is warning travellers to avoid the Middle East and urging Australians in the region to leave, while confirming no Australian troops will be deployed to assist the US. The Strait of Hormuz has been shut, threatening global oil supplies and raising concerns about fuel prices and cost of living impacts for Australians.

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  • Primary school students learn Auslan nationwide

    Primary school students learn Auslan nationwide
    Mar 1 2026
    Students at Coldstream Primary School are learning Australian Sign Language (Auslan) as part of their curriculum, with teacher Mrs Cross leading the program. The students demonstrate their skills by signing welcome messages and performing the Australian National Anthem in Auslan, accompanied by their principal Miss Adjimis singing. The school embraces Auslan as a teaching tool that allows students to learn through hands-on, visual, and auditory methods.

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