by Scott | Apr 17, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reports a 62 per cent probability of El Niño developing between June and August 2026 and persisting through the end of the year, with multi-model guidance from the International Research Institute for Climate and...
by Scott | Apr 17, 2026 | NATIONAL
The Australian Government confirmed it has secured 100 million litres of diesel through international agreements following recent global supply disruptions, with the Prime Minister announcing the arrangement after meetings with regional partners. The secured volume is...
by Scott | Apr 16, 2026 | ECONOMY
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports the unemployment rate remained at 4.3 per cent in March 2026, with employment increasing by approximately 7,000 people and the participation rate recorded at 66.6 per cent. FLIR – Pressure Point: Persistent labour market...
by Scott | Apr 16, 2026 | NATIONAL
A fire at the Geelong Oil Refinery in Corio on 15 April 2026 forced key petrol production units to shut down, with the facility continuing operations at reduced capacity while emergency response and safety assessments are underway. The refinery supplies over 50 per...
by Scott | Apr 9, 2026 | ENVIRONMENT
The BOM is monitoring Tropical Cyclone Maila in the Solomon Sea, currently assessed around Category 3 intensity and located well offshore to the northeast of Queensland, with movement expected to remain in the region over coming days. The system remains offshore...
