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Darwin Port Lease: Beijing Warns Of Political Fallout As Australia Pledges To End Chinese Ownership

Beijing has cautioned Australia about potential political ramifications after the latter's major political parties announced election campaign pledges...

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Will Trump's Sweeping Global Tariffs Derail Australia's Economy? Chalmers Offers Reassurance

Australia is well-prepared to manage the direct shocks of U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs, but the global economic slowdown they trigger could...

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Why Are US Tariffs Targeting Australia's Remote Heard And McDonald Islands?

A surprising inclusion of the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands on President Donald Trump's list of nations facing new trade tariffs has...

05.04.2025 20

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Albanese Slams US Decision To Impose 10% Tariff On Australian Goods, Rejects Retaliatory Measures

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed strong disapproval of U.S. President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 10% tariff on...

04.04.2025 8

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Superannuation Boom: Australian Super Funds Expand Overseas Holdings

A recent report has revealed that the introduction of compulsory superannuation has increased household savings, contributing more than AU$500 billion...

03.04.2025 7

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Albanese Refuses To Budge On Key Trade Issues Ahead Of US Tariff Announcement

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has made it clear that the country will not back down on several key issues, such as biosecurity...

02.04.2025 10

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Australia's Financial Watchdog Warns Crypto ATM Operators Over Inadequate Anti-Money Laundering Measures

Australia's financial crimes regulator has issued a stern warning to crypto ATM operators, signaling that they may not have sufficient anti-money...

01.04.2025 9

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Apple Maps' Latest Update Recognizes Indigenous Lands Across Australia And New Zealand

Apple has rolled out an important update to its maps service, officially recognizing Indigenous lands across Australia and New Zealand for the first...

28.03.2025 8

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Albanese Calls Opposition 'Delulu With No Solulu' In Gen Z-Inspired Jab As Tax Cuts Pass

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has used some Gen Z slang to hit back at the opposition as his government's proposed AU$17.1 billion tax cuts passed...

27.03.2025 10

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Australia's 2025 Budget: Labor Unveils Tax Cuts, Medicare Relief, And Energy Support

Australia's Labor government unveiled a AU$17.1 billion plan featuring new tax cuts and financial relief measures for middle-income Australians, aimed...

26.03.2025 8

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Australian Opposition's WFH Ban Sparks Heated Debate

A recent proposal by Australia's opposition to require government employees to return to full-time office work has become a central issue in the...

25.03.2025 10

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Australia Faces US Trade Backlash As Tech Giants Push Trump For Retaliation

The U.S. consumer technology sector is turning its attention to Australia, urging the Trump administration to take action against what it describes as...

22.03.2025 10

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Major Australian Universities Hit By US Funding Cuts Amid Trump's 'America First' Policy Shift

The Trump administration has halted funding for six major Australian universities, citing a shift in focus to support the U.S. president's "America...

21.03.2025 20

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US Pharma Lobby Targets Australia's AU$18B PBS, Urges Trump To Impose Punitive Tariffs

U.S. pharmaceutical companies have strongly criticized Australia's AU$18 billion Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), calling for President Donald...

20.03.2025 10

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Australians Now Need At Least AU$130K To Afford A Typical Rental Unit: Report

A recent report has revealed that Australians, including those earning six-figure salaries, are struggling with rental stress, with a single person...

19.03.2025 8

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Australia's AU$5 Note Redesign: Honoring First Nations' Connection To The Land

Australia's AU$5 note, which has displayed the image of Queen Elizabeth II since 1992, is set to be redesigned to acknowledge the enduring connection...

18.03.2025 10

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Albanese Government To Require Employers Make Superannuation Payments On Payday

The Albanese Government has announced a new reform that will require employers to pay superannuation contributions on the same day as employees...

15.03.2025 10

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Electricity Bill Hike By AU$200 From July 1: What It Means For Your Wallet

Australian households are expected to pay up to AU$200 more for their electricity bills starting from July 1, according to a new analysis by Canstar....

14.03.2025 9

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ASIC Sues AustralianSuper Over Delays In Processing Nearly 7,000 Claims

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has launched legal action against AustralianSuper, the country's largest superannuation...

13.03.2025 8

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ASX Loses AU$26 Billion On US Recession Fears Over Trump's Trade Policies

The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) saw a drop of at least AU$26 billion as global markets tumbled, driven by concerns that the United States...

12.03.2025 10

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Cyclone Alfred Alert: Essential Insurance Tips To Secure Your Coverage Before Landfall

Cyclone Alfred is forecast to make landfall on Saturday along the southeast Queensland coast, bringing several days of severe weather, including...

08.03.2025 8

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Massive Federal Workforce Shakeup: HHS, SEC And Education Dept Offer Early Retirement, Cash Buyouts

In a latest effort to reduce federal workforce, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is offering early retirement, while the U.S....

06.03.2025 10

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US Government Workers With Top Security Clearances Fired By Musk's DOGE Without Exit Briefings: Report

A recent round of layoffs managed by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) had resulted in several U.S. government workers with top...

06.03.2025 10

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Australia's Gender Pay Gap: Why Women Still Earn Significantly Less Than Men

A new government report has revealed that while Australia's gender pay gap has slightly narrowed, women are still being paid significantly less than...

06.03.2025 10

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Tropical Cyclone Alfred Intensifies: New South Wales Faces First Storm Watch In 35 Years

New South Wales (NSW) was facing a cyclone watch for the first time in 35 years, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred brings the risk of damaging winds, intense...

05.03.2025 8

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Australia Rejects Crypto Reserve Plan As US Moves Forward With Digital Currency Stockpile

As U.S. President Donald Trump announces five digital currencies for the country's crypto reserve, the Australian government confirms it has no plans...

04.03.2025 10

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Zelenskyy Hopeful On US Ties After Tense Trump Talks, Gains European Support For Ukraine Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope on Sunday about salvaging the relationship with the U.S. after a tense meeting with President...

04.03.2025 9

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Australian Employees Can Claim Compensation For Injuries: Know Your Work-From-Home Rights

Amid growing demands for employees to return to the office, Australian workers have been reminded of their rights, including the ability to file...

01.03.2025 9

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Trump Administration Calls For Program Mergers, 'Significant Reduction' In Federal Workforce

President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday directed federal agencies to move forward with more extensive layoffs, including developing plans...

28.02.2025 10

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Medibank Announces AU$160M Giveback As COVID-19 Relief: How Much Will You Get?

Australian health insurer Medibank has revealed plans to return an additional AU$160 million to eligible customers as part of its ongoing efforts to...

28.02.2025 10

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Tulsi Gabbard Fires Over 100 Intelligence Officers Over Sexually Explicit Chats On NSA Tool

Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), announced on Tuesday that over 100 intelligence officers from 15 different agencies will...

27.02.2025 10

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Australia-US Trade Talks: Jim Chalmers Leverages AU$4 Trillion Super Fund To Avoid Trump Tariffs

Treasurer Jim Chalmers and former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd are using Australia's AU$4 trillion superannuation industry to try and avoid...

27.02.2025 9

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Bitcoin Drops Below AU$145K: Australians Weigh In On Trump's Influence As Markets Slide

Bitcoin fell below $92,000 (AU$145,316.67) on Monday, after U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed plans to impose tariffs on imports from Canada and...

26.02.2025 10

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Australia Hits Telegram With Nearly AU$1M Fine For Delayed Response Over Child Safety Concerns

Australia's online safety watchdog, the eSafety Commission, imposed a fine of AU$957,780 on the messaging platform Telegram on Monday, due to its...

25.02.2025 20

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Social Media Age Checks: 80% Of Australian Kids Under 13 Bypass Restrictions, Report Finds

A new report from Australia's online safety regulator has revealed that children were easily bypassing the weak age restrictions on popular social...

21.02.2025 7

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Superannuation Rides Market Boom: Growth Funds Up 2.2% In January

Australian superannuation funds have made a strong start to 2025, building on a "tremendous" 2024 performance, driven by solid gains in both local and...

20.02.2025 9

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Grok 3 Goes Live: Everything You Need To Know About Musk's Most Powerful AI Chatbot

Elon Musk-led startup xAI has launched its most powerful AI chatbot yet -- Grok 3, positioning it as a direct competitor to OpenAI's ChatGPT and...

19.02.2025 9

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AUSTRAC Targets Over 50 Crypto And Remittance Firms, Warns Them To Comply Or Lose Registration

Australia's anti-money laundering regulator, the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) recently took action against 13...

18.02.2025 10

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Gen Z Income Expectations: Young Australians Say They Need AU$200K To Live Comfortably

A recent poll has shed light on the varying amounts of money Australians from different generations believe they need to feel financially comfortable....

15.02.2025 10

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Australia Confronts China Over 'Unsafe' Mid-Air Incident In South China Sea

Australia has demanded an explanation from Beijing after a Chinese warplane released flares near a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) surveillance...

14.02.2025 10

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Gen Z's Retirement Planning: Here Is Why Superannuation Should Not Be Overlooked

Retirement may seem like a distant concern for many Gen Z Australians, but experts suggest it's time to start thinking about saving for it sooner...

13.02.2025 10

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What Is Crypto Lending? Growing Trend In Australia Raises Concerns

A new form of lending is taking off in Australia, where creditors are accepting cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral for loans,...

12.02.2025 8

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Albanese To Urge Trump For Australia's Exemption From 25% Steel And Aluminum Tariffs

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed he will speak directly with U.S. President Donald Trump in order to secure an exemption for Australia...

11.02.2025 10

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Shein And Temu Face Declining Trust As Australians Question Product Quality

A new research has revealed that Chinese online retailers Shein and Temu are expected to lose customers in 2025, as Australians become more doubtful...

08.02.2025 10

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Best Crypto Exchanges In Australia: Where To Buy Digital Assets Safely And Affordably

As digital currencies continue to gain momentum in Australia, selecting the ideal platform to purchase crypto is becoming increasingly important. The...

07.02.2025 10

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Could Trump's Tariff Policies Indirectly Hurt Australia's Export Economy?

Australia might not face direct tariffs from the U.S., but experts warn that the ripple effects of President Donald Trump's policies, along with the...

06.02.2025 9

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Qantas Launches Massive International Sale With 400,000 Discounted Seats

Qantas is launching its largest international sale in the past year, offering 400,000 discounted seats across its global network starting Feb. 5. The...

05.02.2025 10

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Cryptocurrency Market Tanks As Bitcoin Hits 3-Week Low Amid Trump's Tariff Annoucements

The cryptocurrency market experienced a sharp decline with Bitcoin hitting a three-week low and Ether falling to its lowest value since September, as...

04.02.2025 9

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Long-Term Homelessness Surges In 5 Years, Prompts Government's AU$10B Housing Response

The number of Australians facing long-term homelessness has risen by nearly 25% over the past five years, according to Productivity Commission's...

01.02.2025 10

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Superannuation Mistake Might Be Costing Retirees Up To AU$9,000 In Extra Taxes

Around 700,000 Australians aged over 65 could be paying unnecessary tax on their superannuation by keeping their funds in an accumulation account...

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