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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
British expats 'shocked' at price of essential item in Australia: 'Mental'
It's one of the main cost of living wallet-pinchers that most Aussies dread. For many households, filling up the car each week can be a budget strain, but several British expats had a shock at the bowser recently for an entirely different reason – they couldn't believe how cheap Aussie fuel is compared to the UK. British expat Steff Littleford, currently living in Perth, took to TikTok to share her disbelief after seeing local fuel prices and converting the currency. 'Things that absolutely shock me in Australia. Petrol — 76p. Tell me why in the UK it's like £1.40, £1.50,' she said. '76 f***ing pence a litre in Australia. Mental.' Another UK expat Josie agreed, saying it was one of the 'biggest shocks' about moving to Australia. 'Fuel here is cheap compared to the UK. The average fuel price in Australia is around $1.60 [a litre]. 'In the UK, when you convert it to Australian dollars, it comes out at $2.90. That's basically what you pay here in super remote regional areas.' Aussie floored by petrol prices in the UK Across the other side of the world, founder of Paul Maric, found himself stunned by the prices at a petrol station in the UK. He was touring the country in a twin-turbo V8 BMW M5 Touring car, which can be expensive to run, and took a photograph of the bowser showing £181.9 per litre — around A$3.76. 'I was shocked at how much Britons pay for fuel compared to Australia. People in Australia jump up and down about the cost of fuel, but in reality, we pay barely anything compared to the UK,' he told Yahoo News. 'Even if you have a look at California, we are getting a much better deal when it comes to fuel costs.' Thankfully, his car was a plug-in hybrid, so he was able to use electric power as well to ease the cost of fuel. But even when it came to charging, Paul noticed it was about twice the price of a public EV charger in Australia. 'Charging an EV in the UK is outrageously expensive compared to Australia. We paid £0.49/kWh for a slower charger and £0.79/kWh for a fast charger. We pay about half that in Australia to charge an EV on public charging infrastructure,' he said. So why the huge price difference? According to NRMA spokesperson Peter Khoury, the answer depends on where in the fuel cycle you're looking — and how much tax each country is paying. 'They're probably looking at prices at the bottom of the cycle and going, 'Oh my God', then doing the conversion to pounds, but what they're not taking into consideration is that they pay more tax than we do,' he told Yahoo. 'Australians pay less tax on fuel than Europeans and Kiwis — but more than Americans. That's a big factor.' At the time of writing, the wholesale fuel price sits at 159.6 cents per litre, with Sydney currently near the bottom of the petrol price cycle. Khoury said comparing prices in London with the bottom of the cycle here in Australia will, of course, seem cheap. 'We have price cycles, and when we're at the top of the cycle, that gap's going to be a lot smaller. But if it's comparing it to the bottom of the cycle, it's a lot bigger.' Still, despite how it looks from across the pond, Khoury said many Australians are genuinely struggling to keep up with the weekly cost of fuel. 'We know that there are [people struggling] — especially when they're filling up at the top of the cycle,' he said. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
Newsweek
a day ago
- General
- Newsweek
Woman Rescues a 'Scary' German Shepherd—Then Notices a Shift in Strangers
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. After owning a dog, one woman had only ever experienced people nonstop asking to pet him, but when she rescued a German shepherd, she realized the "scary" canine persona truly changes people's opinions. Essala, who is known on Reddit as ShoddyTown715, welcomed home Josie, a German shepherd, about a year ago after finding her on the side of the road. She told Newsweek via Reddit messaging that Josie had just given birth to puppies. "I was driving home from school when I saw Josie tied up with a rope around her neck to a speed limit sign on my neighborhood road," she said. "She was skinny and looked like she just had pups, and when I pulled over to let her off the rope, she just ran to my car and jumped into the front seat." Essala didn't plan on bringing home another dog, especially a German shepherd. She said she was raised to believe they were "unpredictable biters." An article from Fobres reported that German shepherds are responsible for about 17.8 percent of dog bite incidents, only after pit bulls and mixed breeds. However, Essala took a chance on Josie, quickly undoing her prejudice. She fell in love with Josie, who is "all love and zero brain cells." But, while Essala knows Josie is harmless, she started to notice a shift in how others acted toward her as soon as she brought the dog home. Photos of Josie, a German shepherd, who Essala rescued last year after finding her tied to a speed limit sign. Photos of Josie, a German shepherd, who Essala rescued last year after finding her tied to a speed limit sign. ShoddyTown715/Reddit She shared in a Reddit post to the subreddit channel r/germanshepherds that since having Josie by her side, she discovered how quickly people will back off her. Not that it's a bad thing to her. In fact, it calms her and makes her feel safe as she travels across country. The change she noticed is mostly with men. Previously, men would try to approach and talk with her, but now, with Josie next to her, they will walk the other direction. Meanwhile, women and children love seeing Josie. "I find that the people who give bad vibes don't like her, but the people who seem legitimately nice and friendly do," she said. What Do the Comments Say? Last week's Reddit post, which amassed over 9,400 upvotes and 514 comments, quickly drew in support for owning a large dog as a means of protection, with many sharing photos of their "scary" German shepherds. "German shepherds have a magical way of making other people very polite," wrote a Redditor. A second added: "I love my scary dog privilege." Some shared similar experiences: "I've always had small dogs, so it's taken me a while to adjust to the reactions I get with my dog. People will cross the street or just freeze when we take our walks..." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Josie Gibson's major new role at ITV as This Morning presenter takes on personal project
Josie Gibson will soon be seen on ITV's This Morning as she stands in for Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard while they take a break this summer. She'll also star in an ITV show. This Morning's Josie Gibson is set to transform her Somerset abode into the "dream home" she's always envisioned in an upcoming ITV series. The 40 year old television personality, who rose to fame after clinching victory on Big Brother in 2010, has since presented a variety of shows including Channel 5's Around The World In First Class and Channel 4's Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide With Josie Gibson. In addition to finishing fourth in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! in 2023, Gibson has become a familiar face on This Morning and is gearing up to cover for Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard during their summer hiatus. Hailing from Bristol, the TV favourite is embarking on a project to revamp her Somerset residence with an emphasis on sustainable living. Her plans include installing a subterranean heat pump, cultivating her own produce, and establishing beehives on the property. Josie expressed her aspirations: "My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible, where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature." She further elaborated on her vision: "I want to use the acres of land to try my best to have a little small holding. I want bees, birds, badgers to all live in harmony." However, she also voiced concerns about the project: "Though I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me." Gibson won't be tackling the renovation solo; she'll be drawing on the expertise of her brothers, Josh and Charlie, who are scrap metal traders, and her cousin Tom. Together, they aim to construct a haven complete with an on-site gym, a walk-in wardrobe, and tinted windows. The seven-part series, Josie Gibson's Big Country Build, is set to air across ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV Player in 2026. Katie Rawcliffe, Director of entertainment and daytime for ITV, commented: "She's done a stint in the jungle and tackled all manner of outlandish tasks on This Morning, but our audiences are about to see a completely new side to Josie Gibson as she embraces country life and takes sustainable living to a whole new level." In a recent interview, Josie opened up about the challenges of juggling motherhood with her career. She said: "I often suffer from mum guilt. I beat myself up that I'm not with Reggie all the time because you never get that time back with your kid." Despite the tough choices she faced while forging her path in television, Josie now enjoys a more harmonious work-life balance. Reflecting on her journey, she revealed: "There was a point where I worked a lot - far too much - but I needed to get where I wanted to be, and I sacrificed time with him and that was really sad. These days, I have much more of a balance."
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Josie Gibson admits 'I can't wait' as she takes on role outside of This Morning
This Morning favourite Josie Gibson is set to front her own TV show away from the ITV programme, as she embarks on the 'renovation of a lifetime'. ITV has revealed that This Morning star Josie Gibson is set to front her own television programme separate from This Morning. Described as embarking on a 'renovation of a lifetime', Josie will be welcoming ITV audiences into her fresh West Country residence. The programme, dubbed Josie Gibson's Big Country Build, will follow the 40-year-old as she tackles the mammoth task of transforming her rundown Somerset property into a contemporary 21st-century dwelling. With cameras capturing the mayhem that ensues, Josie is determined to cultivate her own produce and generate her own power, showcasing her commitment to environmental consciousness and eco-friendly living. A description of the programme states: "In a bid to ensure her new home and the stunning landscape around her is protected and preserved. "From installing an underground heat pump to setting up auto-flowing beehives, Josie will explore ways to maintain her four acres of land in the most eco-friendly way." The series, produced by MGM Alternative UK, is slated to broadcast in 2026 and will comprise seven episodes. Throughout the journey, ITV audiences will witness Josie collaborating with her siblings and scrap metal dealers Josh and Charlie, reports the Mirror. Her relative 'Builder Tom' will also be offering assistance, joined by an array of quirky neighbours all eager to support Josie in bringing her dream venture to fruition. Prior to the series, Josie revealed: "My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible, where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature. I want to use the acres of land to try and do my best to have a little small holding. "I want bees, birds, and badgers to all live in harmony. Though I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare.. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me!" ITV audiences will witness every stage of the renovation venture as the This Morning presenter endeavours to create her ideal dwelling. Featuring tinted windows, a walk-through wardrobe and a personal fitness suite, Josie certainly has her hands full. The synopsis added: "She adapts to new surroundings, Josie will be building lots of new friendships with neighbours who could prove integral towards making her renovation dreams a reality."
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
This Morning's Josie Gibson set to let cameras into her home as brand new show announced
This Morning star Josie Gibson is to take viewers on her journey as she attempts to renovate her house into a 'dream home', even though it could become a 'nightmare' Josie Gibson is set to let the cameras into her home for a new TV show where she will attempt to build her "dream" home. The This Morning host, 40, who is mother to six-year-old Reggie, will front a new renovation series for ITV titled Josie Gibson's Big Country Build in which she will go on a mission to transform her dilapidated Somerset property into a modern, 21st century abode. She is determined to assemble her dream home, which will be complete with an on-site gym, walk-in wardrobe, and blacked out windows, and viewers will be able to follow her every step of the way. What's more, the TV star is keen to be as eco-friendly as possible with the new venture and will be seen installing an underground heat pump to setting up auto flowing beehives, as she looks at the best-possible way she can look after her four acres of land. She is worried, however, that it will all become something of a "construction nightmare", even though she is looking forward to fans coming along for the ride. Josie explained: 'My dream is to build a house as eco and luxurious as possible where you are immersed in the sanctuary of nature. I want to use the acres of land to try and my best to have a little small holding. I want bees, birds, badgers, to all live in harmony. Though, I'm becoming increasingly concerned that my harmonious dream is slowly turning into a construction nightmare. I can't wait to bring the audience along on this journey with me!' The seven part series sees Josie teaming up with her brothers, scrap metal traders Josh and Charlie, cousin Buildler Tom, and a whole cast of eccentric locals who will be lending a hand as she sets about putting her passion project into action. Fans will also see Josie making friend with her new neighbours, who could prove crucial to making her dreams a reality when it comes to her lavish property. The whole project is a joint venture with MGM Alternative UK and will be broadcast ITV1, STV, ITVX and STV at some point in 2026. Josie shot to fame as the winner of Big Brother in 2010 and has gone on to major success since then. After landing a string of business deals following her victory, she moved into mainstream presenting and also featured on a plethora of reality television shows. Most notably, she competed on I'm A Me Out Of Here! in 2023, and has also provided cover as main host of This Morning and regularly presents competitions across the ITV Daytime programmes like Loose Women. Bosses are thrilled to have been able to give Josie the opportunity to build her dream home on screen, and have promised that fans will see a "completely different side" to her with the move. Katie Rawliffe, Director of Entertainment & Daytime for ITV and Lily Wilson, Commissioning Editor for ITV. Sarah Clarke is Series Producer, said: 'She's done a stint in the jungle and tackled all manner of outlandish tasks on This Morning, but our audiences are about to see a completely new side to Josie Gibson as she embraces country life and takes sustainable living to a whole new level!" However, as with any major project, there will be a few "bumps" along the way, and it is thought that there will be "chaos and charm", too. Noting her lack of experience in renovation, Dom Bird, Senior Vice President, MGM Unscripted said: 'Josie's energy is infectious and her enthusiasm unstoppable. Her renovation experience, however, is less apparent. There'll be chaos, charm, and more than a few bumps in the road as Josie and her band of builders attempt to turn her newly acquired wreck into the dream home she's always wanted'. South Gloucestershire-born Josie certainly enjoys the finer things in life, as evidenced by her glamour-filled Instagram account. The TV personality looked right at home fronting her recent Channel 5 show, Around The World In First Class, which saw her delve into the world of luxury travel. Over the course of the show, which aired in February, Josie tried out various high-end travel experiences, from staying in a £16,000 per night Dubai hotel to being a guest on a private island in Sweden. Opening up about the opportunity at the time, Josie said: 'When I got the call, I thought this cannot be real. I thought it was a wind-up. I think it took me less than a second to say yes. "If somebody had told the younger me that one day this would be my life, I would never have been able to believe it in a million years. It is better than I ever could have dreamed of. I don't even want to sugar coat it - I'm jealous of me.'
