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Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues

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politics1d ago

Dozens of Australian petrol stations run out of fuel as panic-buying continues

Theguardian.com

Dozens of petrol stations across Australia have run out of fuel amid ongoing panic-buying and supply disruptions.
New South Wales reports 32 stations out of 3,000 lacking at least one fuel type, signaling statewide distribution challenges.
Regional towns report fuel shortages as distributors prioritise regular customers over spot-market buyers.
States introduced temporary measures, including relaxing standards and stockpile releases, to stabilise supply.
Authorities warn prices may remain high in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane as wholesale demand stays elevated.
NSW Premier Minns says distribution is the bottleneck, not overall fuel availability.
Farmers and rural communities face risk as fuel shortages threaten essential transport and harvest operations.
Analysts suggest price controls and rationing could be considered despite government opposition.
Some service stations have limited sales per customer to manage scarce supplies.
Public concern centers on maintaining fuel access for hospitals and essential services.

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Chris Minns and Jewish groups condemn ‘horrid rhetoric’ from DJ at opening night of Sydney Biennale

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entertainment1d ago

Chris Minns and Jewish groups condemn ‘horrid rhetoric’ from DJ at opening night of Sydney Biennale

Theguardian.com

Minns says NSW will not cut Biennale funding, arguing against using funds as a cudgel.
Premier condemned ‘horrid rhetoric’ and said the remarks were distressing amid a recent Bondi attack memorial.
The Biennale launched an internal review into Muzeyyen’s statements at the opening event.
Jewish groups and civil society urged the Biennale to clarify how it welcomes Jewish audiences.
NSW government funding for the Biennale totals more than half of its support, including government grants in 2024.
Biennale chief executive and board said they’re reviewing the incident and will address the impact on audiences.
The incident follows a deadly Hanukkah attack in Bondi that intensified the debate over safety at public events.
Jill Segal, Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, said communities should not feel targeted at publicly funded events.
The Sydney Biennale said it would not comment on the ongoing internal review at that time.
Officials stressed public discourse must remain lawful and align with the Biennale’s code of conduct.

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‘They become part of people’s identity’: how Australia fell in love with the Skywhales

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entertainment1d ago

‘They become part of people’s identity’: how Australia fell in love with the Skywhales

Theguardian.com

The Skywhales tour has become a national symbol, drawing people to galleries and public spaces.
Patricia Piccinini says people’s tattoos and wedding vows show the Skywhales have become part of identity.
Skywhales first flew in 2013 and a partner, Skywhalepapa, joined in 2021.
Communities across the country have created cultural moments around the balloons, from choirs to knitting groups.
Piccinini notes art can feel intimidating, but public settings can make it welcoming and free to attend.
The Skywhales invite reflection on evolution and the idea of de-extinction.
The Skywhales’ public presence extends to fashion, toys and regional gallery displays.
The Skywhales toured widely, including Townsville to Albany, underscoring broad public appeal.
Piccinini emphasizes that gatherings make art accessible and meaningful beyond the artwork itself.
The Skywhales’ cultural impact includes public performances and spontaneous community creations.

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Massive police operation shuts down entire block

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crime19h ago

Massive police operation shuts down entire block

Dailymail.co.uk

Police shut down a Lidcombe block and cordon off streets after a handgun threat.
The gunman fled the scene in a white Subaru, with number plates cloned, per police.
NSW Police say witnesses and CCTV placed the incident as an unacceptable disagreement in the car park.
Police warned motorists Uhrig Rd, Carter St, and Canning St are closed during the operation.
Superintendent Robert Toynton said the man remained at large during the briefing.
Authorities called for dashcam footage and information to aid the investigation.
The woman involved reportedly was shaken but not physically injured.
Witnesses and CCTV contributed to initial assessments of the incident.
No injuries were reported as the perimeter was established.

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Matilda thought her stolen car was gone- until it returned with a gift

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crime17h ago

Matilda thought her stolen car was gone- until it returned with a gift

Dailymail.co.uk

A car was stolen from Ulladulla in the early hours, surprising the owner who woke to the event.
The car was found hours later on a nearby street with a full tank of fuel intact.
Matilda McKay said she did not lock the car previously, noting she had left keys in the ignition at times.
Footage captured two teenage boys and a teenage girl entering the car and driving away, described by witnesses as like a Grand Theft Auto scene.
Residents reacted online with both humor and support for the car owner amid rising fuel prices.
Police were delayed in processing the report due to technical difficulties at 4am.
The story was carried by the Daily Mail Online, reflecting reader interest in the incident.
The thieves were a group of teenagers, according to the visual footage reviewed by the owner.
The incident drew comments from Australians who found the situation oddly humorous given the petrol refueling.
McKay recovered the car with all items intact, providing relief after the stressful ordeal.

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Naveed Akram’s family members could be killed if their identities aren’t suppressed, court told

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crime15h ago

Naveed Akram’s family members could be killed if their identities aren’t suppressed, court told

Theguardian.com

The court heard a suppression bid to shield the names and addresses of Akram's mother, brother, and sister to protect their safety.
Media groups argue there is no imminent risk and that permanent suppression may be unnecessary.
The magistrate reserved judgment on the suppression request for April 2.
Naveed Akram is charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one count of committing a terrorist act.
Sajid Akram was killed by police at the scene of the Bondi Beach attack.
Authorities say the incident involved a mass shooting at a Hanukkah festival on Bondi Beach in December.
The court noted threats included calls and messages to the family expressing intent to harm.
Exhibit material included a leaked driver’s license image complicating the privacy issue.
The case centers on balancing public interest with family safety in reporting on terror events.
The Guardian and other outlets are challenging the suppression order in this case.

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‘Removing flags doesn’t stop racism’: regional NSW council abandons plan to stop flying Aboriginal flag

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politics13h ago

‘Removing flags doesn’t stop racism’: regional NSW council abandons plan to stop flying Aboriginal flag

Theguardian.com

The Corowa Federation Council abandoned its plan to ban Indigenous flags after public submissions opposed the idea.
Most local residents who submitted opposed the proposal, with 84% of in-shire submissions against it.
A council vote split four to four, with one abstention, before flags were removed.
The flags had been inside council chambers since 2022, not on external flagpoles.
Mayor Cheryl Cook argued submissions showed many wanted flags removed or ceremonies restricted.
Some residents argued removing flags could send the wrong message, citing racism concerns.
The council considered reconciling actions and protocols with Wiradjuri and Bangerang traditional owners.
The decision followed a public consultation that drew nearly 900 submissions on the matter.
The council’s temporary removal of flags occurred despite no formal resolution to certify their installation.
The debate occurred 18 months after a neo-Nazi march in Corowa.

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Man jailed under Australia's toughest new relationship law

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crime13h ago

Man jailed under Australia's toughest new relationship law

Dailymail.co.uk

Sydney man jailed for coercive control, first NSW sentencing under new offence
Two-year sentence with 15-month non-parole period handed down in January
Abuse included monitoring location, deleting male friends, and curfews
Coercive control defined as a pattern, not a single incident, experts say
The victim sought safety after escalating abuse and police involvement
New offence introduced in NSW in July 2024 to protect victims
Experts urge comprehensive response beyond criminalisation
Samantha described escalating abuse and isolation during pregnancy
Initial charging and sentencing mark a landmark legal milestone
Case underscores the need for victim support beyond law

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Aussie twin sisters discover bombshell truth through Ancestry DNA test

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crime9h ago

Aussie twin sisters discover bombshell truth through Ancestry DNA test

Dailymail.co.uk

Two Australian sisters discover they were implanted with other women's embryos in a Sydney hospital in 1995.
DNA results linked Sasha and her twin to two different biological parents, not their legal parents.
Investigations showed the other woman's sister was Sasha and her twin’s biological mother.
Royal North Shore Hospital allegedly implanted the wrong embryos in Penny Szafranski in 1995.
Families have hired lawyers and are seeking answers from the hospital and health district.
The case is only the second known IVF mix-up in Australia, with a prior case in Brisbane.
Sasha’s mother Penny Szafranski reflects on the mistake and its impact on their family.
Legal and emotional fallout includes calls for answers from the hospital.
The interview notes multiple rounds of IVF in the 1990s as context for the mix-up.
Daily Mail reports hospital and health district seeking comment on the case.
The story highlights the rarity and seriousness of IVF mix-ups.

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