Top Chinese official spotted at Aussie winery
The visit comes after South Australian wine makers recorded $86m in new business following the abolition of China’s punishing tariffs.
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Robert Irwin threatens to sue over cartoon
Robert Irwin has threatened to sue One Nation leader Pauline Hanson for defamation over her cartoon YouTube series.
New detail in ex-councillor’s murder case
Lawyers for a former local government councillor charged with the murder of his stepfather have indicated their next move as the case progresses.
Aussie state people are flocking to
A massive net overseas migration number has pushed Australia’s population to 27 million in the latest population figures from the ABS.
Albo to host key China leader in Australia
Premier Li Qiang will be the most senior Chinese leader to visit Australia since 2017 when he lands in the country on Saturday.
Winners, losers from Qld budget revealed
Queensland Labor’s state budget for 2024 has been handed down. Here’s the full breakdown of the major winners and some of the losers.
State’s $11.2bn pre-election cash splash
One state is spending billions on cost-of-living relief in its budget as the government prepares for a bruising election in October.
State’s push to revitalise night life
One Aussie state is making a major push to revitalise its night-life and get young people out and about – announcing a new commissioner role to help its struggling 24-hour economy.
Miles adds to big spending state budget
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has announced another significant spending measure in Tuesday’s budget as he prepares for an October election.
Brutal call on Sunrise reporter’s new role
Former Sunrise reporter Bianca Stone is running in the Queensland state election but her pick doesn’t seem to bother Labor.
State’s huge move on rego, vouchers
Car rego costs have been slashed and vouchers for children’s sport have been boosted as Queensland prepares to unveil a cash splash budget.
PM, Dutton team up against Greens
Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have teamed up to blame the Greens for anger among the Australian public over the conflict in Gaza.
Why town wants to dump rookie mayor
An Aussie mayor barely two months into his reign has been hit with a vote of no confidence and residents also want him out.
Mayor in hot water after ACA trainwreck
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has called for the resignation of Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson after his damning interview on A Current Affair.
‘Matter for US’: Albo reacts to Trump verdict
Donald Trump’s guilty conviction in a cover up of a sex scandal has raised questions about the likely presidential nominee’s relations with Australia.
’Fixing it is my job’: Minister digs in
The immigration minister is refusing to resign despite intensifying political turmoil over a controversial ministerial directive.
Transport fares slashed to 50c in one state
Bus, train and ferry fares in one Aussie state will be slashed to the cheapest flat fee in the country – with the Premier stating public transport will be “as close to free as you can get”.
Renegade senator sues his own party
A controversial senator is suing his own party after losing preselection for the senate during an internal ballot at their state conference.
MP hits back after ‘close your legs’ clip
A politician slammed for making inappropriate comments in parliament has hit back, saying she has been misrepresented ahead of the state election.
MP’s ‘disgraceful’ comment sparks outrage
A Liberal MP has sparked fury after making a “disgraceful” remark – but she has hit back with the truth.
Concerning sign as tourist vanishes
The police are calling on the public to help them find a Chinese woman who disappeared from a popular tourist spot.
Uni takes action against protesters
The University of Queensland will involve police and take disciplinary action against pro-Palestine student protesters after their conduct on campus allegedly resulted in assault and property damage.
‘Unsuitable’ casino granted licence lifeline
One state that plans on suspending a casino licence because of “major failings” has deferred the 90-day ban for a second time.
‘Lightweight’: Clash over migration vow
A pledge to slash permanent migration has been rejected because those against the idea claim it fails to fix Australia’s housing woes.
Dutton makes huge migration promise
The Coalition will ban foreign investors and drastically reduce migration numbers in a pre-election pitch that has accused Labor of being “disconnected” to everyday Australia.
One state getting $1300 bill boost
Households in one state will have the majority of their energy bills paid for a year following Tuesday night’s federal budget.
‘Unacceptable’: Top uni moves on protest
One of Australia’s leading universities has commenced disciplinary action as tensions surrounding a pro-Palestine encampment on campus escalate.
Woolies declines apology over price surges
A Woolworths executive has said while the company empathises with those hit by the cost of living crisis, the supermarket hasn’t “done anything wrong”.
Uni Palestine protest turns violent
A lecture room window has been smashed during a major pro-Palestine protest at one of Australia’s one most prestigious universities.
Labor a ‘mess’ amid new boat arrivals
Calls for the Prime Minister to sack a key minister are growing after a group of men were detained for breaching Australia’s border.
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