Episodes

  • PM defends fuel security strategy amid Asian supply crisis

    PM defends fuel security strategy amid Asian supply crisis
    Apr 12 2026
    Prime Minister Anthony Albanese addresses Australia's fuel security concerns as the nation imports 90% of its refined fuel from Asia amid a global supply crisis. The PM discusses diplomatic efforts with Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei to secure fuel supplies, while defending the government's decision to cut fuel excise by 32 cents and launch a $20 million public information campaign. He responds to questions about Australia's lack of fuel self-sufficiency and the closure of domestic refineries under the previous government.

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    7 mins
  • Woman critical after truck collision in Surfers Paradise

    Woman critical after truck collision in Surfers Paradise
    Apr 12 2026
    A woman is fighting for her life at Gold Coast University Hospital after a severe collision between a car and a truck at the intersection of Fernie Avenue and Beach Road in Surfers Paradise. The impact caused the truck to flip on its side, with the woman trapped in the car requiring extrication and resuscitation at the scene. The truck driver sustained back injuries but is in stable condition, while forensic crash investigators examine the scene and council camera footage to determine the cause of the accident.

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    2 mins
  • PM's Asia fuel mission sparks $20m ad campaign debate

    PM's Asia fuel mission sparks $20m ad campaign debate
    Apr 12 2026
    Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is conducting diplomatic missions to Singapore, Brunei and Malaysia to secure Australia's fuel supply amid concerns about diesel, jet fuel and petrol stocks. The government has launched a $20 million advertising campaign encouraging Australians to conserve fuel through measures like checking tyre pressure and reducing vehicle weight, while maintaining there is currently a month's worth of fuel available with 57 ships en route. The fuel security concerns stem from the ongoing Middle East conflict affecting global supply chains, with debate emerging over whether Asian suppliers may prioritise their own domestic markets.

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    8 mins
  • Trump orders naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz

    Trump orders naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz
    Apr 12 2026
    Donald Trump has ordered the U.S. Navy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to attack any Iranian vessels that interfere after peace talks in Islamabad failed to produce a ceasefire agreement. Middle East analyst Dr Roger Shanahan questions the feasibility of the blockade and notes the UK has denied reports of providing assistance. Diplomatic efforts are expected to continue over the coming fortnight as both sides remain at a stalemate.

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    3 mins
  • A century of showground food magic

    A century of showground food magic
    Apr 12 2026
    The Evans family has operated food businesses at the Royal Easter Show for 123 years, beginning with Frank Foster's Slim Dusty Show featuring singing, dancing and whip cracking performances.

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    1 min
  • Tap water chemicals linked to fertility issues

    Tap water chemicals linked to fertility issues
    Apr 12 2026
    Couples hoping to start a family are being urged to filter their tap water to ensure it's free of PFAS. The dangerous forever chemicals, which are often still used in non-stick pans and food packaging, have been found to reduce fertility.

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    2 mins
  • Space exploration's costly sacrifice for the future

    Space exploration's costly sacrifice for the future
    Apr 12 2026
    NASA's Artemis II mission success has paved the way for plans to build a moon base, but space exploration has come at a tremendous cost.

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    3 mins
  • Space exploration's costly sacrifice for the future

    Space exploration's costly sacrifice for the future
    Apr 12 2026
    NASA's Artemis II mission success has paved the way for plans to build a moon base, but space exploration has come at tremendous cost.

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    3 mins