PM pledges to ‘do everything we can to protect Australia’ amid Iran fuel crisis – as it happened

Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast That’s it for today, thanks for reading. Here are today’s main stories: Anthony Albanese addressed the nation about the crisis in the Middle East, warning of “uncertain times” in the months ahead, and urging Australians to do their part amid fuel shortages. The prime minister also confirmed he cancelled a trip to Gallipoli for Anzac Day to prioritise dealing with the fuel crisis. Keir Starmer and Donald Trump were also expected to make national addresses about the Middle East conflict later today. Fuel prices started to fall immediately across Australia after the government’s fuel excise cut, unexpectedly accelerating the delivery of cost-of-living relief. The tax office will provide temporary relief for businesses unable to meet their tax obligations, while the government will help small businesses access faster credit, as part of measures to keep small businesses afloat during the fuel crisis. Under emergency powers, Western Australia will compel industry to provide information about their supplies, so that fuel can be directed to where it is needed most. Moira Deeming could secure the top spot on a Victorian L