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West Australian
02-07-2025
- General
- West Australian
Surfing sessions empower neurodiverse kids in Broome
For many families, a trip to the beach is a cherished pastime. For others, it can feel out of reach, especially when navigating the challenges of neurodiversity. That's where Ocean Heroes steps in, the not-for-profit organisation is once again bringing the joy of surfing to the shores of Broome this August, with two weekends of free events at iconic Cable Beach. Founded in 2016, Ocean Heroes has offered more than 10,000 individuals across Australia the opportunity to experience the thrill of riding a wave in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. With a focus on supporting people on the autism spectrum and their families, the organisation pairs participants with experienced volunteers and provides all the necessary gear, from surfboards to life jackets. WA Free event co-ordinator at Ocean Heroes Xander De Haan thanked the Broome community for its support in growing the organisation. 'Seeing the program's growth over the last five years has been incredible, from participants and families, to local volunteers and sponsors, the support we've received from the community is incredible,' said Mr De Haan. 'This only motivates us to provide more for the neurodiverse community. We're ambitious in our goals and we couldn't do it without the support from our key Broome partners, Telethon 7 and Bundu NFP.' For families like one Broome mum, who has two children with ASD (autistic spectrum disorders) and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), the impact of these events goes far beyond just a day at the beach. 'Having two children with ASD and ADHD, and occasional care of others as well, our home dynamics can sometimes be tricky,' she said. 'But on a day that has been a bit tricky, an Ocean Heroes event has the ability to completely change the course of the day. 'Both kids can go from complete shutdown to smiling and laughing and sharing a surfboard together to catch a wave in, all the while supported by the friendly volunteers.' This year m a rks a milestone for Ocean Heroes in Broome with the launch of its Surf Experience Program, a new, NDIS-funded initiative offering regular one-on-one surf sessions in a group setting. Already running in Perth and Geraldton, the program aims to provide consistent access to ocean-based activities tailored to individual needs. The recent collaboration with the Broome Surf Life Saving Club's Talent Pool program also underscored the power of community. Local lifesavers were connected with participants during the first round of events in June, creating what Ocean Heroes called 'a real feel-good community moment'. Spots for the August sessions are limited, and families are encouraged to follow Ocean Heroes on social media for announcements and registration details. Volunteers are also welcome, no surfing experience required, just a passion for inclusion and a willingness to make waves of change. Go to to volunteer or get involved.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Gas prices cool heading into July 4th weekend. What about the rest of summer?
New Jersey gas prices are cooling ahead of the July 4 weekend — when nationwide a record 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel domestically — as tensions in the Middle East show signs of quieting down, according to analysts. In fact, national gas prices during the July 4 weekend could reach their lowest level of any July 4 weekend since 2021, according to gas station price-tracking website The average cost of a gallon of gas was $3.16 in New Jersey on July 1, down a penny from $3.17 the day before, said travel club AAA. Any price increase for oil has been 'virtually evaporating' following spikes from Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran, as well as counterstrikes from the Persian Gulf nation, AAA De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at agreed. 'The national average price of gasoline has resumed its decline, with falling prices driven by easing tensions in the Middle East — just weeks after those same tensions had pushed prices higher,' De Haan said. As of July 1, West Texas Intermediate Oil, also known as WTI crude oil — the most common in the U.S. — was trading at just over $65 a barrel, down from $73 a barrel on June 17 at the peak of Iran-Israel hostilities. Even before the bump up in price caused by the Iran-Israel conflict, costs at the pump had been rising thanks to the annual heightened demand from summer travel, Mark Schieldrop, a spokesperson for AAA Northeast, previously told There are a few wildcards that will help determine the price of gas over the rest of the summer, said De Haan of For one, there's hurricane season, with the possibility of a major storm disrupting the national oil supply chain and making prices for gas more expensive. Plus, tensions in the Middle East could once again flair up, pushing up oil prices and leading to more costs at the pump for motorists, De Haan noted. In June, when tensions between Iran and Israel were higher, concerns were particularly focused on the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway through which 20% of the world's oil travels, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. At its narrowest point, the strait is only 21 miles across, flanked by Iran to the north and Oman to the south. A naval blockade of the strait by any party in the region could upend the global oil market and raise oil and gas prices, the EIA warned. Iran's nuclear program was severely hit by U.S. bomb strikes but did not face total damage, and the program could be up and running again within months, the U.N.'s nuclear watchdog chief said on June 29. President Donald Trump has taken a different stance, saying the strikes have completely destroyed Iran's nuclear sites. This article contains material from USA Today Daniel Munoz covers business, consumer affairs, labor and the economy for and The Record. Email: munozd@ Twitter:@danielmunoz100 and Facebook This article originally appeared on Gas prices cool heading into July 4th weekend
American Military News
01-07-2025
- Business
- American Military News
Gas prices at 4-year low under Trump admin
Following President Donald Trump's military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities and his announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, gas prices have dropped to a four-year low. As of Friday, the national average price for a gallon of gasoline was $3.20, according to Fox Business. The outlet noted that oil prices remain at the same level they were at prior to a temporary spike in prices amid concerns that conflict between Iran and Israel could disrupt the supply of oil in the Middle East. According to CNBC, Patrick De Haan, the head of GasBuddy's petroleum analysis, recently suggested that Americans could see the lowest gas prices in years over the upcoming summer months. De Haan also indicated that the national average price of gas could drop under $3 per gallon by September. 'It's going to be the cheapest summer since 2021, when the economy was heavily influenced by Covid,' De Haan told the outlet. According to Fox Business, oil temporarily spiked to $78 per barrel following Trump's military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities in June; however, the outlet noted that the temporary spike in oil prices quickly dropped just two days after the U.S. military strikes. READ MORE: Gas prices soar to eight-month high Addressing the temporary spike in oil prices, De Haan said, 'Obviously the Middle East situation is an exception, but now that this is, seemingly for now, in de-escalation, gas prices should resume their slow decline over the course of the summer.' De Haan explained that gas prices are close to the lowest level observed over the last two decades when prices are adjusted for inflation. De Haan added, 'Americans are actually spending far less of their income on energy than they have in quite some time.' According to Fox Business, Lipow Oil Associates President Andy Lipow explained oil prices are expected to remain at their current level due to an abundant supply of oil and increased production from OPEC+. Lipow suggested that gas prices could drop between three and five cents over the week ahead of the July 4 holiday weekend. Phil Flynn, an energy market analyst, told Fox News that the reduction of geopolitical concerns following the destruction of Iran's nuclear program has 'shown up in the gas prices.' The energy market analyst also highlighted the Trump administration's favorable energy regulations, saying, 'This is going to be a big win for consumers as inflation continues to come down.'
CNBC
28-06-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Gas prices are expected to fall: ‘It's going to be the cheapest summer since 2021,' one expert says
As Americans gear up for summer travel, prices at the pump may be cooling off. This summer could bring the lowest gas prices in years, and the national average price of gas could fall below $3 a gallon as early as September, says Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "It's going to be the cheapest summer since 2021, when the economy was heavily influenced by Covid," De Haan says. As of Tuesday, the national average for a gallon of gas in the U.S. was $3.21, up roughly 10 cents from two weeks ago, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The spike was largely driven by a jump in oil prices due to the Israel-Iran conflict in the Middle East, but now that both countries have agreed to a ceasefire, De Haan says he expects prices to steeply fall and then resume their "slow decline" over the course of the summer. Typically, gas prices tend to drop throughout the summer due to various factors that increase the supply of gas, De Haan says. That includes jolts to gas prices from the switch to a more expensive summer blend of gasoline leveling off, refineries increasing production and consumer demand softening after early summer travel peaks. "Obviously the Middle East situation is an exception, but now that this is, seemingly for now, in de-escalation, gas prices should resume their slow decline over the course of the summer," De Haan says. Adjusted for inflation, gas prices are near the lowest levels we've seen in the last 20 years, De Haan says. The typical American uses about 3% of their income to fill up their tank every year, De Haan says, whether it's with gasoline or diesel. Due to rising incomes, "Americans are actually spending far less of their income on energy than they have in quite some time," De Haan says. Year over year, the price of gas is down 12%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' most recent Consumer Price Index report released earlier in June. This is largely due to fears that the U.S. economy is slowing down and an increase in supply of oil from a group of oil-producing nations known OPEC+, CNBC reported in May. Ultimately, De Haan says it's important to remember that most shocks will be temporary. The price of gas is mostly determined by the market for oil, which is constantly reacting to global events — so just as quickly as prices rise, they will often fall once the disruption passes. "Every event that's ever affected us from a pipeline outage … to major hurricanes that impact gas prices, all these events are temporary," De Haan says. "The world is changing every day. It's not always for the worst."
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gas Prices Are Down for Summer Driving Season Despite Middle East Turmoil
Hitting the road this summer won't bring as big of a hit to your wallet. The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline, $3.21, is about 23 cents cheaper than this time last year, according to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Analysts say plentiful supply is expected to keep prices down in the coming months even with turmoil in the Middle East. Even Warren Buffett Hasn't Fixed the RV Industry's Serial Breakdowns Inside the Complex and Petty Prenups of the Superwealthy Goodbye Fancy Bar, Hello At-Home Pizza Party: Young Americans Cut Back Car Carrier Sinks in Pacific After Blaze on Deck Carrying EVs More Homeowners Find Themselves Underwater Oil prices on Tuesday were lower than before Israel and Iran's conflict began. Reduced prices would be a boon for consumers during the warmer months when Americans drive more. Low energy prices so far this year have already contributed to the economy's resilience and helped keep inflation in check. Oil prices tumbled Monday after Iran targeted a U.S. military base in Qatar for retaliatory strikes, with traders interpreting the move as a sign that strikes might spare energy infrastructure and oil tankers. The $5.53-a-barrel drop in Brent crude, the international benchmark, was the largest single-day dollar decline in front-month oil futures since summer 2022. The Brent price fell Tuesday to $67.14 a barrel after the two sides continued to exchange fire despite a U.S.-brokered cease-fire. Later in the day, there were signs the cease-fire might be holding. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, expects gasoline prices to fall in the coming days and hold between $3 and $3.20 for the summer, assuming Israel's conflict with Iran doesn't re-escalate. Even if the conflict were to reignite or worsen, De Haan said prices likely wouldn't rise more than 15 cents a gallon. 'I don't have enough in front of me to believe that there's going to be a paradigm shift in gas prices for the rest of the summer,' De Haan said. That is because the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries has been increasing production, and U.S. output is near records. Analysts said a robust supply of crude oil, including some domestic production coming online, is expected to outpace demand and push prices lower later this year. 'All the information points to much cheaper gasoline by the time we get into switching the clocks back,' said Tom Kloza, chief market analyst at consulting firm Turner, Mason. Gas prices can influence attitudes about the economy, given how often drivers encounter them at the pump and on roadside signs. Just over two-thirds of consumers said they would drive five minutes out of their way to save 5 cents a gallon on gas, according to a survey from the National Association of Convenience Stores, a trade group. Drivers in Fort Wayne, Ind.; Tucson, Ariz.; and Marquette, Mich., are seeing some of the steepest drops in gas prices compared with a year ago, according to AAA. In Chicago, another city enjoying a big decline, a gallon of gas is 52 cents cheaper than a year ago. Americans' spending has largely held up this year, though surveys of consumer sentiment this spring from the University of Michigan have been dire. Uncertainty around President Trump's tariffs and the outlook for the labor market has led some consumers to be more cautious about their spending. The share of summer travelers planning to take a road trip rose 7 percentage points between March and April, according to Deloitte surveys. The share planning to fly domestically fell by 3 percentage points. U.S. drivers are racking up more miles on the road again after a decline during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. They covered roughly 277.3 billion miles in April, the first time in five years that the month's number exceeded the 273.4 billion in April 2019, according to data from the Federal Highway Administration. Still, the federal government projects demand for gasoline to be slightly lower this summer than last, as the fuel efficiency of Americans' vehicles improves. Write to Roshan Fernandez at and Joe Pinsker at A Look at Jeff Bezos' Expansive Wealth—From Amazon Shares to Real Estate to Jets Powell Reaffirms Wait-and-See Posture on Rate Cuts A Fight Between Cable and Wireless Providers Means Cheaper Home Internet for You Federal Investigators Fault Boeing and FAA for Door-Plug Blowout Anthropic Lands Partial Victory in AI Case Set to Shape Future Rulings Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
