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The Federal Treasurer is promising savings and reforms in the upcoming budget. New data has revealed recreational use of Ketamine has exploded in recent years. And This Aussie star was in court starting a defamation trial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts Smith will today begin reporting to police as part of his bail conditions Donald Trump announces he'll send a US delegation for further peace talks in Afghanistan Australia to join peace-keeping mission in the Strait of Hormuz if a peace deal is struck And peace of Titanic history sold at auction See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police are investigating whether a driver deliberately struck pedestrians outside Melbourne showgrounds Donald Trump warns Iran he won't be blackmailed King prepares to honour late mother See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran Has Opened The Strait Of Hormuz For As Long As A Ceasefire In The Middle East Lasts Ben Roberts Smith Has Been Reunited With His Family After Being Granted Bail Qatar Airways Has Announced It Is Resuming And Expanding Flights From Australia To Mid East Petrol Prices Are Starting TO Fall Across The Country As Crude Oil Costs Stabilise Panthers Have Beaten The Dolphins By One Point Geelong Have Trounced The Western Bulldogs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith has been granted conditional bail. Donald Trump has launched another attack on Australia for failing to help in the war with Iran. And The Royals visit the scene of the Bondi beach terror attack See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PM will visit the oil refinery at the centre of an inferno later today It comes after securing assurances from south east Asian neighbors on fuel supply Prince Harry and Meghan embark on the final leg of their Australian tour And one lucky ticket holder is waking up $40 million richer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia and Malaysia have struck an agreement, to strengthen the food and fuel security of both nations. The government says a challenging security environment has warranted a significant increase in defence spending. And This famous couple are spotted out furniture shopping togetherSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the two remaining Australian oil refineries has gone up in flames, raising questions around domestic oil production PM touches down in Malaysia as part of his bid to shore up fuel supplies A boost for defence spending And Prince Harry and Meghan's trip of Australia continuesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The International Monetary Fund is warning of a global recession, unless the conflict in the Middle East ends soon. Virgin Australia has become the latest airline to announce a reduction in domestic flights and a rise in prices. And Katy Perry is being investigated by Victoria police over sex assault claimsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister is preparing to meet with the Sultan in Brunei as he looks to shore up fuel supply Hopes peace talks between US and Iran could resume Prince Harry and Meghan continue their tour of Australia And the AFL tribunal reaches a verdict on Zac Butters umpire abuse claimsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Coalition has unveiled the first part of its hardline migration policy. Australia will only consider taking part in efforts to re-open the Strait of Hormuz, if there's certainty of a ceasefire between the US and Iran. And The votes are in...and the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of fame inductees for 2026 have been announced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz now in effect Donald Trump defends an AI-generated Christ-like image of himself posted on social media Federal Opposition prepares to release immigration policy And a heartwarming reunion between one of the Artemis II astronauts and her dogSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The P-M says he will not "pre-empt" the outcome of fuel supply negotiations with Brunei and Malaysia. Australia will have its first female Chief of Army, as part of a major reshuffle of the nation's defence leadership. And Britney Spears checks herself into rehab.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump threatens to block the Strait of Hormuz, as peace talks between Iran and US break down PM looks to secure more fuel for Australia Heroes of Bondi Junction stabbing rampage honoured And Qantas a step closer to rolling out longest flights See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

American and Iranian officials are locked in talks with Pakistan in Islamabad. The creation of deepfake explicit images to become a criminal offence in Queensland. School holiday crowds urged to stay vigilant on Queensland's coast. NASA is pushing ahead with its Artemis program.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese secures fuel supply boost, striking a deal with Singapore. Veterans rally, protesting the arrest of Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith. Severe Tropical Cyclone Maila expected to make landfall early next week. NASA's Artemis Two mission is due to make it's return to earth this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Two Countries Agree To A Fuel And Gas Deal Amid Middle East Unrest. Means Testing Possible For The N-D-I-S. Thousands Of Hyundai E-Vs Subject To A Recall. And Taylor And Travis Set A Date For Their WeddingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Israel will begin direct negotiations with Lebanon, amid mounting pressure from the US to pull back on strikes Anthony Albanese touches down in Singapore ahead of talks to shore up fuel supplies A surprise public address from First Lady Melania Trump And the Queen's wardrobe in display at Buckingham PalaceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US President Issues Chilling Warning On Truth Social. Anthony Albanese Weighs In On Calls To Include Lebanon In Truce. More Than 320 Servos Without Petrol Or Diesel Today - But More Supplies Secured. And Shocking Hammer Attack In Sydney HospitalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ceasefire deal hangs in the balance after Israel unleashes strikes on Lebanon Two week truce is set to see petrol prices fall Woman dubbed the Ketamine Queen jailed for 15 years over Matthew Perry death And Gather Round kicks offSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran Declares Tankers Will Be Free To Pass Through Crucial Strait Of Hormuz. Former SAS Soldier Ben Roberts Smith To Spend At Least Nine Days In Custody. A South Australian Murder Trial Aborted After Juror Research. And What Does It Mean When We Forget Our Dreams?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's most decorated soldier to front court today, accused of war crimes Donald Trump steps up threats on Iran as deadline looms Footy fans flock to Adelaide for Gather Round And new images released of far side of the moon following Artemis II Lunar flyby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Victoria Cross Recipient Ben Roberts Smith Spending First Night Behind Bars. 380 Aussie Servos Without At Least One Type Of Fuel Today. Queenslanders Bracing For Another Severe Tropical Cyclone. And Donald Trump Invites Four NASA Astronauts To The White House When ArtemisII Returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

History made as the Artemis II crew travel the furthest distance from the moon Donald Trump steps up threats on Iran as deadline to open Strait of Hormuz looms While there are fears fuel rationing may be rolled out here And US Today show host Savannah Guthrie returns to work See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artemis Two Will make Its First Fly By The Dark Side Of The Moon, First Time In 50 Years The WA And NSW Governments Put Pressure On Service Stations TGA Recalls Medik8's Three Premium Sunscreens Dallas Bound Qantas Plane Forced To Return After Medical Emergency Trump Has Threatened Iran If The Strait Of Hormuz Is Not Re-Opened Cronulla Down The Warriors The Bombers Go Down To The Western Bulldogs Kate And William Lead The Royal Charge At Easter Service See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Motorists being urged to take care as more lives are lost this long weekend Trump issues ultimatum to Iran PM releases his Easter messageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has shot down a US fighter jet announcing a bounty for the capture of a missing pilot Concerns over new Covid strain ahead of winter Artemis II successfully completes crucial stage of lunar missionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US President Imposes 100pc Tariffs On Pharmaceuticals Opposition Leader Demands More Clarity On Government's Response To Fuel Crisis Australia Joins Global Talks to Reopen Strait Of Hormuz Accommodation Companies Urge Aussies Not To Cancel Easter TripsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebs and sport stars will soon be banned from appearing in gambling ads -- under major new reforms unveiled by the PM. States and Territories have agreed to forgo 400-million-dollars in G-S-T revenue to fund another cut to fuel prices. And Countdown is on to Taylor Swifts wedding See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Prime Minister has called for calm in a rare national address on the fuel crisis While the world will be watching as Donald Trump prepares to address the US The focus of a probe now turns to who was helping fugitive Dezi Freeman evade authorities And ready for launch. The countdown is on to the Artemis II missionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Albanese has made a rare national address -- amid Australia's fuel crisis. WA Premier adamant he has not declared a state of emergency despite requiring the Governor to activate emergency powers. And P Diddy shaves 2 months off jail timeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cut to the fuel excise kicks in today, but it may take some time for motorists to benefit from the savings Donald Trump singles out UK and France in latest rant King Charles confirms trip to the US And 50 years of Apple See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Businesses are being put on notice -- after the Reserve Bank banned credit card surcharges. Junior pay rates have been abolished in the fast-food, retail an pharmaceutical sectors in a win for half-a-million workers. And Kanye announces new gigs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More details emerge about fugitive, Dezi Freeman's final moments Relief on the way for motorists from tomorrow, with fuel excise halved Donald Trump issues a fresh threat over Iran conflict And Hollywood action icon Arnold Schwarzenegger given honorary degree See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good news for drivers with the fuel excise to be halved for three months. Victoria Police are remaining tight lipped on what Intel led them to accused cop killer Desi Freeman. And Taylor Swift avoids awkward run in with this ex.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conserving the nation's fuel supply set to dominate today's National Cabinet meeting Iran is bracing for a ground invasion of US troops Cleanup continues across WA in the wake of Cyclone Narelle And the countdown is on to NASA historic mission to the moonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fuel Theft Is Sweeping The Nation Darwin's Ambulance Service Under Scrutiny Only A Fraction Of Elder Abuse Cases Are Identified US Considering Sending More Troops To The Conflict Zone TIger Woods On Bail The Bombers Go Down To North Melbourne Tributes Flow For Hollywood Actor James Tolkan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golf star Tiger Woods has been arrested for DUI over a Florida crash New poll shows Aussie's support local fuel production Wild weather batters the east coastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Opposition says the government can provide essential cost-of-living relief to millions of households IF the fuel excise is halved. The Federal Government is downplaying Donald Trump's latest criticism of Australia. And Demi Lovato is now a bestselling author.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fuel taskforce to meet today as the conflict in the Middle East continues to pressure on supply While Donald Trump has slammed Australia over our involvement in the war WA braces for cyclone Narelle And IOC rolls out new rules for transgender athletesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 500 Aussie service stations are currently out of diesel or petrol. The Government is calling for an above-inflation minimum wage increase for almost 3-million workers. And New music on the way from Miley Cyrus.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iran has rejected as 15 point peace plan put forward by the US, labelling it excessive Diners could be slugged a 5 per cent surcharge to combat the rising fuel costs US Today show host Savannah Guthrie sits down in her first interview since the disappearance of her mother And the woman accused of opening fire on Rihanna's home pleads not guilty See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is pressure on the Energy Minister to "pull the trigger" on the liquid fuel emergency act. The federal government admits the conflict in the Middle East will push-up Australia's inflation rate. And Is Tones and I single?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plan outlined for fuel rationing if a national fuel emergency is declared While Qantas has cut Jetstar flights to New Zealand MAFS expert Mel Schilling has died following a battle with cancer And a first look at the Brisbane Olympic stadiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.