Electric charge: petrol giant plugs $225m into EV deal Australians are buying electric cars in record numbers and one fuel retailer has announced a deal to expand its coverage. AAP · Oct 1
Shares end week lower as traders brace for higher rates Economic worries continue to subdue the ASX's performance, with sticky inflation and sluggish productivity pointing towards higher borrowing costs ahead. AAP · Sep 4
Oil markets to remain tight as conflicts drag on Ampol, which owns one of Australia's two onshore oil refineries, has turned in a stellar first-half profit after oil market dislocation boosted its earnings. AAP · Aug 23
Wine tours without alcohol? Newcastle company launches a Hunter Valley first BUSINESS | Sober curious? There are options when it comes to wine tours. Newcastle Herald · Aug 18
Shares fall from multi-month high as confidence wanes The ASX has handed back most of Wednesday's gains, as fresh strikes between the US and Iran stoked fears about global inflation and growth. AAP · Jul 30
Fuel seller eyes massive earnings lift due to conflict The company that owns one of Australia's two oil refineries says the Middle East war underscores the need to keep that capability, as the conflict continues. AAP · Jul 30
Australian shares tread water as traders weigh conflict Australia's mining sector has resumed its decline after the US-Iran conflict sent crude prices higher, but local banks continue to recover from a recent slump. AAP · Jul 13
Investors flee to safety as business confidence wanes The ASX has closed lower after weakening risk sentiment prompted a flight to safety and as large caps in multiple sectors sold off. AAP · Jun 4
Extra diesel shipments prioritised for regional areas Two additional cargo ships of diesel will come into Australia, bringing in 100 million litres of supply after deals struck with two major fuel companies. AAP · Apr 24
Refinery owner reaps profit boost from Middle East war Ampol, which supplies about 10 per cent of the nation's fuel supplies, has seen a big jump in margins on the back of the war in the Middle East. AAP · Apr 22
Australia eyes new fuel supply from US, Mexico and Asia as diesel prices spike to record high Shipments of fuel into Australia secure until at least the middle of May, energy minister says The Guardian - AU · Apr 9
Australia moves to shore up fuel supplies as it prepares for extended disruptions Australia has agreed to underwrite two companies buying fuel at inflated prices, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese warning of extended supply disruptions even if the Iran ceasefire holds The Independent UK · Apr 9
Aussie shares shaky as ceasefire hangs in the balance Hopes around a delicate truce between the US and Iran have come under pressure less than a day after the agreement was struck, weighing on market confidence. AAP · Apr 9
Anthony Albanese Announces Urgent Plan To Boost Fuel Stock As Prices Surge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a new agreement with to bring more fuel into Australia, as global tensions disrupt supply. Pedestrian.tv · Apr 9
The Guardian - AU · Mar 23 AI will tell you Australia’s fuel reserve is in the US. But is that even true? Australia does not have a government-backed stockpile, experts say, and even if we did still store oil in the US, it would not be much
Pedestrian.tv · Mar 23 Bracing Yourself At The Bowser? Here’s Some Petrol Hacks To Slash The Soaring Prices From discount schemes to handy car tips, there are ways to keep everything running smoothly.
AAP · Mar 23 ASX tumbles to lowest level since May as war drags on Australia's mining sector is under renewed pressure, after gold tumbled to a two-month low as oil prices skyrocket and hammer hopes for global growth.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 18 ‘It’s not panic-buying’: farmers defend stockpiling as regional Australia bears brunt of fuel crisis Independent retailers are struggling to get fuel from the majors and say farmers have only responded to soaring prices and lack of availability
AAP · Feb 23 Unmanned petrol stations fuelling higher earnings Australia's leading fuel retailer has benefited from converting dozens of its petrol stations to unmanned sites in what could be a sign of things to come.
AAP · Oct 18, 2025 Waste is the new oil: why Aussie export may be rubbish Cutting emissions from long-haul flights, shipping and trucking remains a challenge but one solution could put Australia in an enviable position.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2025 Overseas holidays and pints at the pub: five things Australians are splurging on as household budgets bounce back People aged 20 to 34 spent more on non-essential goods in the three months to June than they had a year before, when they were cutting back
The Guardian - AU · Nov 29, 2024 ABC inboxes flooded with fan abuse after Kim Williams’ criticism of Joe Rogan ABC chair’s comments that ‘people like Mr Rogan prey on vulnerabilities’ sparks furious response. Plus: lean times for awards ceremonies
AAP · Sep 15, 2024 Endurance pays as Supercars leader wins Sandown 500 Supercars championship leader Will Brown has claimed the Sandown 500 for the first endurance win of his career, further strengthening his title prospects.
AAP · Aug 21, 2024 Rubbish fuels race to create green aviation industry A sustainable aviation fuel refinery could supply millions of litres of carbon-cutting jet fuel following an investment and government grant.
AAP · Aug 18, 2024 Servo chain Ampol slashes dividend, fuel volumes fall Energy company Ampol has slashed its interim dividend on lower fuel volumes, tanking its share price, but signalled a return to normal at its refinery.