Tonga gets crucial supply from first international aid plane
The first international assistance planes have landed in Tonga, bringing desperately needed supplies to the Pacific nation ravaged by a volcano explosion and ensuing...
UK ministers visit Australia to strengthen defence, trade ties
In the aftermath of the Aukus pact between the two countries and the US, the UK foreign secretary, Liz Truss, and the defence minister,...
Asian shares dip after retreat on Wall Street
On Wednesday, Asian equities slumped in cautious trade after Wall Street stocks hit a new low for the year.Tokyo, Shanghai, Seoul, and Sydney all...
Australia retains world’s top LNG exporter position
According to consultancy EnergyQuest, Australia will certainly retain its title as the world's greatest exporter of liquefied natural gas in 2021, with shipments reaching...
Australia to waive off visa fees for international students, backpackers
On Wednesday, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said that the government would waive visa fees for overseas students and backpackers to help with the...
With 74 fatalities, Australia sees worst day of Covid pandemic
On Tuesday, Australia had its deadliest day of the pandemic, as a fast-moving Omicron outbreak pushed hospitalisation rates to new highs, despite a minor...
Australia PM’s ratings fall months before elections, poll shows
According to a widely respected poll released on Tuesday, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison's approval ratings have fallen as a result of his management...
Ahead of elections, Australia’s opposition toughens China stance
Anthony Albanese, Australia's opposition leader, said the government must respond to Beijing in a firm but diplomatic manner, toughening his stance on China ahead...
Underwater volcanic eruption: Aus, NZ braces up to aid tsunami-hit Tonga
On Monday, Australia and New Zealand sent surveillance planes to Tonga, which was cut off from the rest of the world when an underwater...
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