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1. A quarter-billion-dollar mistake? Queensland’s diesel bus route slammed

   Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg says Queensland depots lack charging gear, but EV leaders warn buying 630 diesel buses could cost taxpayers more in the long run.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

2. ASX set to advance as Wall Street climbs; $A over US72c

   Gains in big technology stocks and easing bond yields helped lift Wall Street even as oil prices ticked higher amid an escalation in the US war with Iran. The ASX is set to advance and the Australian dollar sits above US72c.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

3. Australians are flocking to electric vehicles. There’s a hidden cost

   Australians are flocking to electric vehicles, but the bid to save money on cars could keep prices and interest rates high, at least for now, according to a look at the hidden cost.

   brisbanetimes.com.au

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