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Wong Confirms UAE Support for Stranded Australians as Iran Conflict Escalates
According to the government, around 11,000 Australians transit through the Middle East each day, most via the UAE.
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Labor Blocks Coalition’s Proposed Bill to Criminalise Repatriation Assistance
Minister Tony Burke said the bill was a clumsy attempt by the Coalition that would do nothing to stop people it did not want from returning to Australia.
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Australian Government Rules Out Military Role in Iran Conflict
‘While Australia’s not directly involved in current military strikes, we’ve been clear of our utter rejection of the brutal Iranian regime,’ said Albanese.
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Prime Minister Calls Mourning of Khamenei ‘Inappropriate’
A number of mosques and religious groups across Australia have organised memorial services for the Iranian leader, sparking criticisms from politicians.
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Unexpected Job Offer Leads Retiree On A New Career Pathway
For this 74-year-old, retirement seems to be a thing of the past.
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NT Chief Minister Defends Administrator Appointment Despite ‘Offensive’ Social Media Posts
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro highlighted David Connolly’s long involvement in NT’s primary industries and said it would contribute to the territory’s growth.
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Senate Censures One Nation’s Hanson for Saying ‘No Good Muslims’ in TV Slip-Up
The motion passed 36–17.
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Australian Opposition Moves Motion Commending US-Israel Strikes on Iran
Government splits vote and rejects “congratulations” clause as Greens brand major parties “war parties.”
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Hundreds Rally in Sydney Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran, Death of Ayatollah
One attendee thanked U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Former Labor Minister Calls for Debate on Islam’s Role in Democracies
Gary Johns also said taxpayers should not support multiculturalism, and that visa conditions should consider anti-Semitism.
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WA Terror Suspect Allegedly Plans Extremist Attacks in Manifesto
According to a notebook seized by police, among the man’s targets were several mosques, WA Police headquarters and the state’s parliament.
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New Locations Sought for Aussie Beef Due to China Levy
A RaboResearch analyst said Southeast Asia may be the best destination for Australia’s additional beef production.
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Queensland Expands ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ List for Young Offenders
Twelve new offences have been added to the state’s ‘adult crime, adult time’ laws, bringing the total to 45.
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A Former Federal Agent’s Insight Into How the CCP Turns Young Expats Into Spies
Young Chinese nationals are targeted by the CCP to work as spies via methods like financial incentives, career opportunities, grooming, or coercion.
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115,000 Australians Remain in Middle East as Iran Conflict Drives Travel Disruptions
‘Many Australians in the Middle East are unable to leave due to airspace closures, including around major transit hubs,’ said Minister Penny Wong.
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Australia’s Fertility Crisis: Why Money Isn’t Fixing It
ACT is home to the country’s largest public sector but has the lowest birth rate in the country.
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Major Overhaul of Tasmanian Electoral Boundaries Could Affect 27 Percent of Voters
The commission is also seeking views on whether the electorate of Franklin—named after Sir John Franklin—should be renamed.
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New Zealand Halts Māori Cultural Training for Army Staff Amid Capability Concerns
ACT Party MP Todd Stephenson said requiring officers to memorise Māori songs and prayers suggested the military’s priorities were misplaced.
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Wong Confirms UAE Support for Stranded Australians as Iran Conflict Escalates
According to the government, around 11,000 Australians transit through the Middle East each day, most via the UAE.
|
Labor Blocks Coalition’s Proposed Bill to Criminalise Repatriation Assistance
Minister Tony Burke said the bill was a clumsy attempt by the Coalition that would do nothing to stop people it did not want from returning to Australia.
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Australian Government Rules Out Military Role in Iran Conflict
‘While Australia’s not directly involved in current military strikes, we’ve been clear of our utter rejection of the brutal Iranian regime,’ said Albanese.
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Prime Minister Calls Mourning of Khamenei ‘Inappropriate’
A number of mosques and religious groups across Australia have organised memorial services for the Iranian leader, sparking criticisms from politicians.
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Unexpected Job Offer Leads Retiree On A New Career Pathway
For this 74-year-old, retirement seems to be a thing of the past.
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NT Chief Minister Defends Administrator Appointment Despite ‘Offensive’ Social Media Posts
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro highlighted David Connolly’s long involvement in NT’s primary industries and said it would contribute to the territory’s growth.
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Senate Censures One Nation’s Hanson for Saying ‘No Good Muslims’ in TV Slip-Up
The motion passed 36–17.
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Australian Opposition Moves Motion Commending US-Israel Strikes on Iran
Government splits vote and rejects “congratulations” clause as Greens brand major parties “war parties.”
|
Hundreds Rally in Sydney Amid US-Israel Strikes on Iran, Death of Ayatollah
One attendee thanked U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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Former Labor Minister Calls for Debate on Islam’s Role in Democracies
Gary Johns also said taxpayers should not support multiculturalism, and that visa conditions should consider anti-Semitism.
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WA Terror Suspect Allegedly Plans Extremist Attacks in Manifesto
According to a notebook seized by police, among the man’s targets were several mosques, WA Police headquarters and the state’s parliament.
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New Locations Sought for Aussie Beef Due to China Levy
A RaboResearch analyst said Southeast Asia may be the best destination for Australia’s additional beef production.
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Queensland Expands ‘Adult Crime, Adult Time’ List for Young Offenders
Twelve new offences have been added to the state’s ‘adult crime, adult time’ laws, bringing the total to 45.
|
A Former Federal Agent’s Insight Into How the CCP Turns Young Expats Into Spies
Young Chinese nationals are targeted by the CCP to work as spies via methods like financial incentives, career opportunities, grooming, or coercion.
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115,000 Australians Remain in Middle East as Iran Conflict Drives Travel Disruptions
‘Many Australians in the Middle East are unable to leave due to airspace closures, including around major transit hubs,’ said Minister Penny Wong.
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Australia’s Fertility Crisis: Why Money Isn’t Fixing It
ACT is home to the country’s largest public sector but has the lowest birth rate in the country.
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Major Overhaul of Tasmanian Electoral Boundaries Could Affect 27 Percent of Voters
The commission is also seeking views on whether the electorate of Franklin—named after Sir John Franklin—should be renamed.
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New Zealand Halts Māori Cultural Training for Army Staff Amid Capability Concerns
ACT Party MP Todd Stephenson said requiring officers to memorise Māori songs and prayers suggested the military’s priorities were misplaced.
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