Thomas Oakley-Newell

Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are now open in NSW for major investment projects aimed at strengthening fuel security.

The Australian Border Force (ABF) has disrupted an illicit tobacco operation in Darwin, seizing more than 433,000 cigarettes, 686 kilograms of loose-leaf tobacco and 50,000 disposable vapes during warrant activity last month.

Nearly one in three new vehicles sold in Australia in May was electric, setting a national record as the Tesla Model Y became the first EV to top the country’s monthly sales charts.

Shell Reddy Express and Shell OTR stores across Australia are rolling out a Minions-themed retail campaign tied to the release of Minions and Monsters.

Victoria has introduced laws giving authorities the power to shut down illicit tobacco retailers for up to 90 days.

The Tasmanian government has announced plans to introduce Workplace Protection Orders, enabling businesses to apply to a court or tribunal for legal protection against individuals who have engaged in personal violence in the workplace.

Foodstuffs South Island will continue using facial recognition technology in three Christchurch supermarkets and expand it to a fourth store.

South Australia will receive $3 million in joint federal and state funding to expand enforcement of illicit tobacco and e-cigarette laws.

Image: Olympia Vea, national winner of Ampol's 2025 Best All Rounder competition. (Source: Supplied)

Regional petrol and convenience stations in Australia sit at the edge of the country’s population and infrastructure. They serve smaller towns, remote communities and tourism corridors where distances are long, supply chains are stretched, and customer needs can vary widely.