Australia news live: hybrid car sales rev up as buyers steer away from petrol; three fishermen found dead off South Australia coast

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Nick VisserMarch 15, 2026 at 11:43 PM
Australia news live: hybrid car sales rev up as buyers steer away from petrol; three fishermen found dead off South Australia coast

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Recent data indicates a shift in Australian car sales, with petrol vehicles reaching a record low of 66.3% in the last quarter as hybrid car sales increase. In other news, three fishermen were found dead off the coast of South Australia. Additionally, a fire ant nest was discovered at New Farm Park in Brisbane, highlighting the growing threat of the invasive species. The Invasive Species Council reports that fire ant nests have also been detected and destroyed in Queensland's Gold Coast hinterland rainforests and on sporting fields across Brisbane. Authorities treated the nest at New Farm Park with insecticide, temporarily closing the affected area, which has since reopened.

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fire ants 90% invasive species 70% hybrid car sales 70% petrol vehicles 60% pest control 60% insecticide 50% brisbane 50% eradication 40%

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