Episodios

  • Petrol crisis sparks electric vehicle rush

    Petrol crisis sparks electric vehicle rush
    Mar 9 2026
    Australia faces a petrol crisis with fuel stations rationing supplies and some running dry completely. Car expert Paul Marek discusses fuel alternatives including E10 petrol compatibility, the surge in electric vehicle enquiries, and the true costs of EV ownership including charging expenses, insurance premiums, and resale values. Fast charging at public stations costs around 70 cents per kilowatt hour, making it comparable to traditional fuel costs, while home charging overnight remains more economical.

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  • Inflation forecast to hit 5% as oil prices surge

    Inflation forecast to hit 5% as oil prices surge
    Mar 9 2026
    Inflation is forecast to potentially reach 5% this year, driven by high oil prices affecting 55% of the consumer price index basket directly and indirectly. The Reserve Bank of Australia faces critical decisions on interest rate rises at upcoming meetings, with market expectations shifting as oil prices remain elevated due to geopolitical tensions. Share markets are experiencing sell-offs due to multiple factors including inflation concerns, higher interest rates, AI uncertainties, and private credit fund issues, though historical patterns suggest markets typically bounce back following war-related downturns.

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  • New Iranian supreme leader raises conflict fears

    New Iranian supreme leader raises conflict fears
    Mar 9 2026
    Mujtaba Khamenei, the 59-year-old son of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has assumed leadership in Iran following his father's death in airstrikes that also killed his mother, wife, and brother. The new supreme leader, from the conservative faction, shows no indication of acceding to Washington's demands, raising concerns about escalating conflict between Iran and the United States. Middle East analyst Dr Roger Shanahan discusses the implications of this leadership transition and the uncertainty surrounding President Trump's strategic objectives in the region.

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  • Iranian women footballers granted Australian asylum

    Iranian women footballers granted Australian asylum
    Mar 9 2026
    Five members of the Iranian women's football team have been granted humanitarian visas to remain in Australia after seeking asylum. Foreign Affairs Minister Tony Burke confirmed the applications were processed and approved in the early hours of the morning, with the athletes moved to a safe location by the Australian Federal Police. The women, who described themselves as athletes seeking safety rather than political activists, expressed gratitude and celebrated their new status with spontaneous cheers.

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  • Oil prices surge 60% amid supply disruption

    Oil prices surge 60% amid supply disruption
    Mar 9 2026
    Oil prices have surged over 60% in just over a week, jumping from US$65 to over US$100 per barrel following a 15% single-day spike. The increase, the largest since the 2022 Russia-Ukraine war, has been driven by disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, with major producers in Kuwait, UAE and Iraq slowing production due to distribution challenges. The Australian stock market lost $90 billion in value in a single day, marking the biggest 3% drop in over 12 months.

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  • Israel's president vows no retreat from Iran conflict

    Israel's president vows no retreat from Iran conflict
    Mar 9 2026
    Israeli President Isaac Herzog discusses the ongoing conflict with Iran, describing it as a historic moment where a coalition of nations is standing up to Iranian aggression. He emphasises Israel's determination to weaken Iran's military capabilities and expresses hope for regime change, noting that the recently appointed successor to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is equally brutal. Herzog frames the conflict as a fight against an 'empire of evil' and calls for freedom and democratic elections for the Iranian people.

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  • Love and coffee blooms after tragedy

    Love and coffee blooms after tragedy
    Mar 9 2026
    Cult Coffee in Brisbane is a café founded by couple Georgie and Billy, whose relationship began after Georgie returned from Scotland to care for her terminally ill mother Deb. Following Deb's passing in July 2023, Billy sold his previous café and the pair travelled to Europe before opening Cult Coffee together, combining Billy's coffee expertise with Georgie's marketing skills. The café features a tribute to Georgie's mother, whose illness ultimately brought the couple together.

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  • Iran's new supreme leader raises hardline concerns

    Iran's new supreme leader raises hardline concerns
    Mar 9 2026
    Mojtaba Khomeini has been selected as Iran's new Supreme Leader following his father's death, with reports indicating he represents an even more hardline stance than the previous generation of ayatollahs. Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton discusses the implications of this leadership transition, arguing that the younger generation of Iranian religious leaders are more extreme and that Mojtaba has strong backing from the Revolutionary Guard. The analysis covers potential US strategies for regime change in Iran, the risk of global conflict escalation, and the role of opposition forces within the country.

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