PM Albanese confirmed the establishment of a national Fuel Supply Taskforce to coordinate distribution across states and territories, as concerns grow over disruptions to global oil and gas markets.
Fair Work’s 2026 public holiday guidance now also lists both Saturday 25 April and Monday 27 April for the ACT, bringing workplace advice into line with the updated ACT holiday listing.
Australian Defence described the event as both a naval tradition and a demonstration of shared commitment to maritime security and international cooperation
China’s actions in the South China Sea and East China Sea were also raised, with both countries warning against unsafe military conduct and reaffirming that disputes must be resolved peacefully under international law. They reiterated support for stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposed unilateral moves to alter the status quo.
During the bail hearing, police argued Abbas posed a risk to the community and raised concerns about the possibility of her spreading extremist ideology if released.