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Israel’s attacks on Iran are already hurting global oil prices, and the impact is set to worsen

Written by Joaquin Vespignani, Associate Professor of Economics and Finance, University of Tasmania

The weekend attacks on Iran’s oil facilities – widely seen as part of escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran – represent a dangerous moment for global energy security.

While the physical damage to Iran’s production facilities is still being assessed, the broader strategic implications are already rippling through...

Australia wants more foreign investment. That’s why a $29 billion bid for Santos puts the Treasurer in a tricky position
Marlon Trottmann/ShutterstockThe Australian origins of Santos have made an indelible mark on the company’s very name. T…
Is there any hope for a fairer carve-up of the GST between the states?
When the Western Australian state government handed down its state budget on Thursday, it showed a balance sheet solidly in t…
Despite decades of cost cutting, governments spend more than ever. How can we make sense of this?
Getty ImagesRecent controversies over New Zealand’s Ka Ora, Ka Ako school lunch program have revolved around the appare…
Companies are betting on AI to help lift productivity. Workers need to be part of the process
The Conversation, CC BY-NCAustralia’s productivity is flatlining, posting the worst vitals we’ve seen in 60 years…
Would you cheat on your tax? It’s a risky move, the tax office knows a lot about you
Soon, more than 15 million Australians should be lodging a tax return with the Australian Taxation Office in the hope of rece…
The Middle East is a major flight hub. How do airlines keep passengers safe during conflict?
Screenshot June 17 2025, Courtesy of Flightradar24The Middle East is a region of intense beauty and ancient kingdoms. It has …

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

How Sydney Drone Photography Transforms the Way Properties Are Marketed
Key Highlights Drone photography provides stunning aerial perspectives, showcasing properties in a way that traditional photography cannot match. This innovative technology allows real estate agents to highlight property features, surrounding amenities, and…

Impact of Lab-Grown Diamonds on the Global Jewelry Market
Lab-Grown Diamonds Lab-grown diamonds, also known as synthetic diamonds, is a type of diamond created in a laboratory. They are chemically, physically, and optically identical to mined diamonds and can be…
Laser Scar Removal Treatment: Ultimate Guide for 2023
Scars do not have to stay on your body indefinitely. The difficulty, though, is to find the correct solution that truly works. You may have heard of scar removal lotions…
Airbnb's Ukraine moment is a reminder of what the sharing economy can be
Vaclav Salek/APAs desirable vacation destinations go, war-torn Ukraine must surely rate low. But in the first month of Russia’s invasion, Airbnb bookings in Ukraine boomed, as people around the world…

How reducing revenue leakage could help your business stay in the black in FY2026

It’s time to stop legacy revenue management platforms and processes draining your profitability. Is boosting the bottom line an overarching goal ...

Technical Debt Stifling Path to AI Adoption for Global Enterprises

Outdated legacy technologies costing organisations the ability to innovate, money, time and potentially, even customers Technical debt and an ov...

Attract. Impress. Keep. The new small business growth playbook

Running a small business is a marathon that often feels like a sprint. You are chasing leads, juggling admin, building a brand and trying to carve...

Amazon to expand data centre infrastructure in Australia and strengthen AI

Amazon has announced plans to invest a new total of AU$20 billion from 2025 to 2029 to expand, operate, and maintain its data centre infrastructur...

How AI is Reshaping Banking in Australia

AI in the Banking and Financial Services Industry From fraud detection and credit scoring to personalised financial advice, AI is transforming t...

Tracksuit set for growth after $38M investment

Tracksuit Raises $38M Series B to Accelerate Global Expansion and Boost its Growing US Presence VMG Partners leads oversubscribed round; Tracksui...