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Press conference – Canberra

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: I’m joined by Senator for Tasmania, Tammy Tyrrell. Tammy Tyrrell is a great Tasmanian and a great Australian. And at 12:30, Tammy Tyrrell will be admitted through the National Executive Committee as a member of the Australian Labor Party and will join the team that is our dynamic Labor Government. She will join the team in Tasmania that’s so strong. Tammy has successfully participated in the Senate and been a good faith negotiator making a difference for Tasmania, as an Independent. Tammy helped to retain the Australian Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grants program. She campaigned for a review in aged care. She’s been an advocate about cost-of-living pressures facing Tasmanians and she’s someone who has spent her life helping others. People across Tasmania know her as a fighter. She’s someone who’s warm, genuinely funny and compassionate. She also never gives up on people. She’s someone that I’ve developed a relationship with over a period of time since her election to the Senate, as I do across the House of Representatives and the Senate. She’s someone who doesn’t mince her words. She stands up for people and now she will bring that advocacy into the Labor Party as a member of the Labor Caucus and will be able to sit and participate as a member of the Government to be more effective in getting things done. I’ll hand over to Senator Tyrrell and then we’re happy to take just a couple of questions.

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Television interview – ABC Afternoon Briefing

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

PATRICIA KARVELAS, HOST: The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, joins me now. Prime Minister, welcome.

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Arrests – Stolen motor vehicle – Alice Springs

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested five male youths in relation to a stolen motor vehicle incident that occurred in Alice Springs earlier today.

Around 7:30am, police responded to an alleged burglary that had occurred at a residence in Kilgariff overnight, during which a Toyota Corolla had been stolen. The victim was able to track its location via GPS.

A resolution strategy was implemented, and tyre deflation devices were successfully deployed on the stolen motor vehicle on Colonel Rose Drive. A police pursuit was initiated, and the vehicle came to a stop in scrubland in Arumbera.

Five male youths aged 13, 14, 14, 15 and 16, were arrested and remain in police custody.

Strike Force Viper has carriage of the investigation and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please quote reference P26138196. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

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Man charged over Invermay incident

Source: Tasmania Police

Man charged over Invermay incident

Thursday, 14 May 2026 – 2:45 pm.

A 30-year-old Mayfield man has been charged in relation to an incident at Invermay on Sunday afternoon, where a vehicle containing three dogs was allegedly stolen.
The man was today charged with the following offences:
• Motor Vehicle Stealing
• Stealing
• Drive whilst disqualified
• Evade Police (Aggravated Circumstances)
• Reckless Driving
• Cruelty to animals
He remains in custody and is due to reappear in the Launceston Magistrates Court on 28 May.

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Radio interview – ABC Sydney

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

HAMISH MACDONALD, HOST: The Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese is here to talk to you this morning. PM, good morning.

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Albanese Labor Government secures first shipments of additional farm fertiliser

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

he Albanese Labor Government has secured approximately 90,000 tonnes of agricultural grade urea for Australian farmers, producers, and our agriculture industry to keep Australia’s food supply chain moving.

Through Export Finance Australia (EFA), the Government has partnered with CSBP and Incitec Pivot to support the purchase of these first three shipments of additional fertiliser.

These are the first shipments of fertiliser secured under the Albanese Labor Government’s new Strategic Reserve powers, as part of the Government’s work to help Australia’s agriculture industry manage the impacts of the conflict in the Middle East.

More shipments are expected to be secured in the coming weeks.

This additional supply builds on the 250,000 tonnes of new fertiliser supply locked in with Indonesia through PT Pupuk, secured by the Albanese Labor Government in partnership with Incitec Pivot.

This extra fertiliser gives greater certainty for farmers as they make planting and growing decisions, ensuring domestic and export food supply.

Under the new Strategic Reserve powers, EFA is also progressing discussions with other businesses in order to help them secure, ship and distribute fertiliser into our domestic market.

In addition to these new fertiliser shipments, the Albanese Government has also announced: 

  • $7.5 billion for the establishment of a Fuel and Fertiliser Security Facility to increase supply and storage of fuel and fertiliser by providing financial support including loans and price support.
  • A Joint Leaders’ Statement with Brunei Darussalam committing to cooperation on food security and resilient supply chains for food production.
  • Establishing a Fertiliser Supply Working Group between Government and industry.
  • Streamlining border processes for imported fertiliser.

So far, the Albanese Government has secured over 450 million litres of additional diesel and 100 million litres of additional aviation fuel under new financing to keep Australia moving.

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“We’re backing Australian farmers and producers during this time of global uncertainty.

“We know how critical fertiliser is for the sector, which is why we’re securing important additional shipments like this.”

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“This is another example of the Albanese Government providing practical and timely assistance to Australian farmers at a time of intense global supply disruptions.

“Our hard-working farming communities can be assured that we will leave no stone unturned to help secure the inputs needed to keep them moving and produce the best food and fibre in the world”

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“Underwriting additional shipments of fertiliser is about ensuring our farmers can continue producing the food we all love and rely on.

“This is positive news for our farmers and means they can continue planting with confidence during this current season and know that additional supply is on the way for the future.

“Having access to critical inputs like fertiliser underpins the food security of Australia and the countries we export to, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, which is why we’ve been working day and night with industry to get fertiliser to our farmers.”

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“This is the Albanese Government building Australia’s resilience – through timely, practical and responsive action to secure vital agricultural fertilisers and keep Australia’s food supply chain moving.”

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Man in custody over Wynyard firearms incident

Source: Tasmania Police

Man in custody over Wynyard firearms incident

Thursday, 14 May 2026 – 1:59 pm.

Police have taken one man into custody as part of the ongoing investigation into a firearms incident at Wynyard.
The arrest was made at a residential property in Wynyard about 1.15pm today.
The man was taken into custody during an operation involving police and specialist resources.
No serious injuries were reported.
The arrest follows a firearms wounding incident in Sandpiper Road, Wynyard, on Wednesday afternoon in which a man aged in his late 30s sustained a gunshot wound to the stomach.
The Tasmanian man is receiving medical treatment in hospital and is in a serious but stable condition.
Police wish to thank members of the public for their co-operation during this time while police resources were searching in the Wynyard area.
A police presence will remain, but there is no active search for other suspects.

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Arrests – Aggravated Assault – Palmerston

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

Three female youths have been arrested in relation to an aggravated assault in Palmerston during the early hours of this morning.

Around 2:30am, CCTV operators in the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre observed a group of youths attack an adult male, who appeared to be randomly targeted, near the Palmerston Water Tower.

The victim was observed running away from the scene and did not appear seriously injured, however police have been unable to identify him.

Three females aged 12, 13 and 14 were arrested and remain in custody.

At this stage all three have been charged with breach of bail.

Four male youths aged between 9 and 11 were conveyed home to responsible adults.

Investigations are ongoing and the victim is urged to make contact with police or attend their local police station.

Anyone with information about the incident should contact police on 131 444 or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Issue date: Thursday, 14 May 2026

The Joint Standing Committee on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs has extended the submission deadline to Monday 1 June 2026 for its inquiry into racism, hate and violence directed at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The decision has been made by the committee due to significant community interest in the inquiry and requests from the community to have more time to make a submission.

The inquiry is examining the prevalence, impacts and drivers of racism, hate and violence, as well as existing responses and opportunities for reform. Evidence gathered during the hearings will inform the committee’s final report to Parliament.

Committee Chair, Mutthi Mutthi and Wamba Wamba woman Senator Jana Stewart, said the level of engagement reflected the importance of the issue.

“This important inquiry has had significant community interest, and the committee want to make sure all people who want to have their say can do so.”

“The committee has already received many powerful stories from around the country about racism, hate and violence experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We encourage these voices to continue to be shared through this inquiry.”

Information on the inquiry, including the terms of reference and how to contribute, is available on the committee’s website.

Please note the committee and secretariat are unable to provide counselling, advice, or support for individuals. Help is available:

For First Nations people:

  • 13YARN: 13 92 76
  • Brother to Brother: 1800 435 799
  • Yarning SafeNStrong: 1800 959 563

For all people:

  • Lifeline: Call 13 11 14
  • Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
  • MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978
  • Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
  • Headspace: 1800 650 890
  • Suicide Call Back Service:1300 659 467
  • 1800 Respect: 1800 737 732

Media inquiries

Office of Senator Jana Stewart
Media contact: Hannah Purdy
0438 003 838

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Radio interview – 4RO Rockhampton

Source: Prime Minister of Australia

LUKE CROSS, HOST: Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese. How are you, mate?

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