Report warns Australia’s China tilt has dented Taiwan trust
A Canberra-based report warns that Australia’s focus on China has eroded Taiwan trust, urging deeper Australia-Taiwan engagement across trade, security and people-to-people links.
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Second Australian dies while skiing in Japan
A second Australian has died on Japan’s slopes within days after losing touch with a group while skiing and being transported to hospital. Details remain limited as investigations begin.
13-year-old Australian swimmer Austin Appelbee grabs global attention with survival swim
A 13-year-old Australian boy swam for hours to shore to rescue his family from rough seas, drawing global attention to courage, coastal safety, and youth resilience.
Renters brace for upheaval as NRAS ends and waits loom
With the NRAS wind-down underway, vulnerable renters fear long social housing waits and a widening gap between private rents and available affordable homes.
Labor faces inflation pressure as Hastie weighs tactics
Parliament returns amid renewed scrutiny of inflation and interest-rate policy as Labour faces pressure. Hastie signals a sharper strategic approach to attack lines in Question Time.
Proteas Seek Momentum in India Warm-Up as Markram Leads SA
South Africa open their T20 World Cup campaign with a warm-up against defending champions India in New Delhi, as captain Aiden Markram steers the side into a crucial phase of preparations.
Global study finds nearly 40% of cancers preventable
An international analysis suggests around forty per cent of cancers could be avoided with proven prevention strategies, with implications for Australian health policy and public awareness.
Costly by-election looms after Liberal quits early
An early Liberal resignation triggers a costly by-election, forcing two polls in quick succession and testing voters and parties with logistical and financial pressures.
Man charged after gangland figure hit at petrol station
A man linked to organised crime has been charged over the petrol station hit on a gangland figure, as investigators pursue another alleged rapper who remains at large; details are still emerging.
Sale of dozens of historic defence properties under federal asset plan
The federal government plans to dispose of several historic defence sites to cut costs and relocate staff into modern facilities, but questions linger about heritage and local impacts.