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Australian Human Rights Commission investigates NSW government over allegations of racial discrimination
The Australian Human Rights Commission has launched a formal investigation into the NSW government over racial discrimination allegations brought by South Asian Muslim and caste-oppressed Hindu community representatives. The complaint targets the state's multiculturalism minister and his department, signaling serious concerns about how minority communities within already marginalized groups are being treated at the government level. The case highlights growing scrutiny of whether multicultural policy frameworks adequately protect intra-community diversity and those facing compounded forms of discrimination.
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Diesel access remains volatile as prices rise again despite Labor’s fuel tax relief
Diesel supply remains a headache for Australian motorists, with Energy Minister Chris Bowen confirming 3.4% of service stations had no diesel as of Monday — roughly one in 30 outlets across the country. Wholesale prices have surged again after a brief post-announcement dip, meaning diesel users are seeing little of the relief that Labor's fuel tax cut has delivered to unleaded customers. The disparity highlights the structural vulnerabilities in Australia's diesel supply chain that cheaper excise alone cannot fix.
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Track current petrol and diesel prices, service station outages and shipments – Australia's fuel crisis in charts
Australia is facing a serious fuel supply crisis, with hundreds of service stations running dry and prices surging nationwide following Iran's closure of a critical oil transit route after US and Israeli military action began in late February. Shipment cancellations have compounded the squeeze, leaving major cities including Sydney and Melbourne grappling with shortages at the bowser. The situation raises urgent questions about Australia's fuel reserves and the country's long-standing vulnerability to supply chain disruptions.
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Live: Trump due to speak as Iran rejects 45-day ceasefire proposal
Iran has rejected a proposed 45-day ceasefire, keeping tensions in the Middle East at a boiling point as diplomatic efforts stall. Trump is set to address the situation alongside military officials at the White House, signaling a potentially significant shift in U.S. posture toward the conflict. The press conference comes at a critical juncture, with all eyes on Washington for clues about the administration's next move.
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Toddler dies after being pulled from water on Queensland property
An 18-month-old boy has died after being pulled from water at a private property on Queensland's Western Downs. The tragedy marks another devastating incident of toddler drowning in Australia, where young children remain disproportionately at risk around water. Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the death.
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