'Sweeping, unchecked powers' behind Iranian tourist ban
By Nicole Asher
Thousands of Iranian travellers have now been barred from entering Australia under a government ban, prompting criticism by refugee advocates and some crossbenchers.
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Government talks down fuel rationing outlined in worst-case scenario plan
By Nicole Asher
The treasurer has warned the economic crisis stemming from the Iran war could match those caused by the GFC and the pandemic, but says fuel rationing isn't under active consideration.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-03-25/government-says-fuel-rationing-unlikely-/106494636
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World energy watchdog warns fuel crisis is 'very severe'
By Nicole Asher
World leaders have failed to grasp the depth of the energy crisis created by the Iran war, the head of the International Energy Agency has warned, as he considers releasing extra emergency oil stores.
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