The Daily Aus Headlines: Australia won't send ships to Strait of Hormuz
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Mar 16, 2026 Coverage of Australia’s decision not to send naval ships to the Strait of Hormuz. Reporting on new criminal charges faced by award-winning author Craig Silvey. Recovery of three fishermen after a large search off South Australia. Celebration of a historic first woman winner for cinematography at the Academy Awards.
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Australia Declines Naval Role In Strait Of Hormuz
- Australia won't send naval ships to the Strait of Hormuz despite US calls for allies to help secure the route.
- President Trump said seven countries including China, France, Japan, South Korea and Britain were being asked to protect shipping after the waterway was cut off to tankers.
Craig Silvey Charged Over New Child Exploitation Counts
- Craig Silvey, author of Jasper Jones and Honey Bee, faces additional charges including producing child exploitation material from Feb to June 2022.
- He was earlier charged with possessing and distributing such material and appeared in a WA court without entering pleas; bail extended with strict conditions.
Three Fishermen Recovered After Beachport Search
- Three NSW fishermen aged 64, 67 and 74 were found dead after a large sea and air search near Beachport, South Australia.
- Police warned the public not to move boat debris and to leave it for investigators to collect.