Even though it was his first election as leader, Mr Dutton took on responsibilities during the election beyond the capabilities of even the most seasoned politicians.

Australia is bracing for the economic fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran as it weighs up how to help get tens of thousands of people out of the battle zone.

Reserve Bank chief Michele Bullock has suggested the Middle East conflict could worsen Australia’s inflation crisis. But she also hinted at something very unexpected.

Iran has closed a crucial waterway, in a move that will choke a fifth ‌of global oil flows and send crude prices sharply higher.