Despite being a major energy exporter, Australia relies heavily on imported refined fuel to power transport, agriculture and other parts of its economy, leaving it highly exposed to disruptions in global supply chains.

Australia's central bank said on Tuesday that it would end surcharges on debit and credit card ​payments for consumers from October 1, while lowering ‌interchange fees paid by businesses in steps estimated to save about A$2.

A drawn-out war in the Middle East could add an extra 5% to existing inflation in Australia, our new modelling shows. We looked at the likely impacts of two different scenarios: a moderate disruption with the war ending in mid-April,

With key taxes being slashed, when will Australians finally see relief at the pump?

Fear for future of peaceful protest in Australia while some say Jewish community being prioritised over others.

Bakers’ delights, a spiky surprise and a Mardi Gras marriage – Guardian Australia’s pick of the month’s most arresting images

SYDNEY, March 31 (Reuters) - Shell has warned Australia against introducing a windfall tax on gas exporters, saying such a move would deter investment and undermine energy security as LNG prices surge following disruption to global supplies caused by the Iran war.