The takeaways from the PM's national address

This is The Nine News Podcast.

Coming up, the key takeaways from the Prime Minister's National Address,

the US President, to deliver an update on the war in Iran

and final preparations for a historic space mission.

I'm Josh Bryant with this morning's Nine News Podcast.

The Prime Minister will today deliver a key speech

announcing more support for business to deal with the fuel crisis

after addressing the nation.

Last night, Federal Politics reporter Nelson Scott explains.

Anthony Urbanese will speak at the National Press Club

as Australia grapples with the ramifications of the Iran War.

He'll announce some businesses struggling to source

and afford fuel and fertilizer will be eligible to receive

interest-free loans from the banks.

The PM will also outline plans to improve fuel security

by making us less reliant on imports.

Today's speech follows his address to the nation last night

where he urged people to conserve petrol and diesel

for areas and industries that need it most.

It also comes ahead of the May budget,

which will be framed around the current global uncertainty.

In Canberra, Nelson Scott, Nine News.

The Prime Minister's National Address after a day-long build-up

has been criticised by the opposition as incoherent.

It's caused a mixed reaction among voters.

I mean, I think it shows the gravity of the situation

that we're in.

It was sort of like a bunch of words,

kind of like what we already knew.

I think we all thought something new was going to come out

of what he was saying that nothing did.

The US President will deliver a national address

in a matter of hours to discuss the ongoing conflict with Iran.

It's being described as an operational update

less than a day after Donald Trump indicated

American involvement in the Middle East

may end in as little as three weeks.

The UK Prime Minister says dozens of countries

will meet this week to discuss the reopening

of the Strait of Hormuz,

so Kia Stama stressing the UK won't be dragged

into more direct conflict.

My guide from the start of this conflict

has always been the British national interest

and freedom of navigation in the Middle East

is in the British national interest.

NASA has begun the countdown to the first mission

to the moon in more than 50 years.

Thousands have gathered near the Kennedy Space Center

in Florida to prepare for the Artemis II launch.

Four astronauts will be on board

for a 10-day trip around the lunar surface.

This onlooker says it's a moment

which will go down in history.

I'm super excited.

Can't wait for it to start.

It's been a long time already.

We should have been there already.

A new crackdown on gambling advertising

is expected to be unveiled by the federal government,

changes being considered,

include limits on the volume of gambling ads

and ability to opt out of them on social media

and a longer blackout around gambling advertising

around sporting matches.

Health experts are warning

of a perfect storm of conditions

for flu transmission over the Easter break.

Almost 25,000 cases have been recorded so far this year

with cooler temperatures,

social gatherings and travel

tipped to increase the transmission.

Pharmacist Kate Gunthorp says

a fall in vaccinations is also causing concern.

A vaccine is going to be less than about $25.

So thinking about it less than a pub lunch

is really, really important

that we prioritize our family

and making sure they don't get sick

this winter by getting them vaccinated.

And one of the big fall banks

is warning businesses to be on the lookout

for scams over the long weekend,

paying wages and suppliers

before the break results in an increased flow of funds,

creating an opportune time for fraudsters to strike.

ANZ's Cosiedangela says

it's essential to double check who you're paying.

If you've not paid the supplier before,

call the supplier on a known number.

If your supplier is telling you there's a change

in account number, again,

call the supplier on a known number,

not the number on the email,

the invoice that you receive.

In finance, $1.00 a buying 69 US since sport.

The NBL Championship is through to a decider

with a thrilling 92 to 91 win

for the 36's over the Kings.

A missed late free throw,

denied Sydney a chance at overtime.

They'll now take on Adelaide

in the decider on Sunday.

In NRL, the Knights are vowing

to become more physical this season.

Newcastle's forwards bashed the Bulldogs pack

during their upset win last weekend.

And forward Dylan Lucas has told wide world of sports

they want to be feared for their defense.

We sort of wanted to turn the tables on them

and yeah, get physical

and yeah, really ramp up our line speed

and that's something that we've been focused on all year

to be honest with you.

Brisbane and Collingwood have both made two changes.

For tonight's AFL clash at the GABA,

the Pires bring in Lockheed Sullivan

and Will Parker for Darcy Moore and Scott Pendlebury.

While the Lions have lost Noah Ainsworth

and Darcy Gardner to injury.

And former soccer ruse boss Graham Arnold

has made history coaching Iraq

to their first FIFA World Cup appearance

in 40 years.

The Aussie was carried off the pitcher hero in Mexico

after the sides 2-1 playoff win over Bolivia.

I'm Josh Bryant, that's the 9 news podcast

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