Australia Launches New Venture to Combat Disease-Spreading Mosquitoes
Australia’s CSIRO and UK biotech firm Oxitec have launched Oxitec Australia to combat deadly disease-spreading mosquitoes using genetically engineered male mosquitoes.
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Australia Experiences Record-Breaking Hottest Spring
Australia records its hottest spring ever, with temperatures exceeding the long-term average by over two degrees Celsius, highlighting a concerning trend in climate change.
Australia Enacts Landmark Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Australia has passed a landmark law banning social media use for children under 16, setting a global precedent with strict regulations targeting Big Tech companies like Meta and TikTok.
Australia Nears Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16 After Heated Debate
Australia is poised to ban social media access for children under 16 after a heated parliamentary debate. The proposed law aims to protect youth from the risks of excessive social media use.
Australian Government Drops Proposed Misinformation Laws Amid Senate Opposition
The Australian government has withdrawn its proposed misinformation laws after facing opposition in the Senate, and is fast-tracking a bill to ban under-16s from using social media.
Australia to Ban Social Media Use for Children Under 16: PM Albanese Announces
Australia plans to ban social media access for children under 16, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced. The groundbreaking legislation aims to protect youth from online harm and could become law by next year.
China Falls 3-1 to Australia in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier
Australia triumphs over China with a 3-1 victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier in Adelaide, despite an early goal from China. The match sees Australia climb to second place in Group C.
Defender Jiang Guangtai Confident Ahead of China’s Clash with Australia
China’s defender Jiang Guangtai expresses confidence ahead of the crucial World Cup qualifier against Australia, emphasizing the team’s readiness to secure a win.
Canada, Australia, Germany Poised to Advance in Davis Cup Finals
Canada, Australia, and Germany remain unbeaten in the Davis Cup group stage, securing their second straight victories and edging closer to the finals. The competition intensifies as teams vie for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Early Start to Australian Bushfire Season Likely After Warmest August on Record
Authorities warn Australians to prepare for an early bushfire season after experiencing the warmest August on record, with increased fire risks across multiple states.
Australia’s Pacific Policing Initiative Raises Questions on Security and Strategy
The Australia-led Pacific Policing Initiative (PPI) sparks debate over its true intentions, with questions on whether it serves security needs or strategic purposes aligned with external interests.
Ex-PM Keating Accuses Australian Government of Yielding to US in AUKUS Deal
Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating accuses the Albanese government of ceding to US control through the AUKUS alliance, warning that Australia risks becoming the ’51st state’ of the US.
Australia Calls on Citizens to Help Count Iconic Koalas
Australia’s national science agency urges citizens to record koala sightings via a new smartphone app to help calculate the most accurate national population count of the iconic marsupial.
SpaceX Plans Starship Landings and Recovery Off Australia’s Coast
SpaceX is in talks with U.S. and Australian authorities to land and recover Starship rockets off Australia’s coast, marking a significant expansion of operations and strengthening security ties between the nations.
Australian Minister Warns Tech Outage Effects May Last Weeks
Australia’s Home Affairs Minister warns that disruptions from the CrowdStrike global IT outage could persist for weeks, affecting banks, airlines, and businesses worldwide.
Australian Experts Warn of Unprecedented Triple Avian Influenza Threat
Australia faces an unprecedented threat as experts warn that three different strains of avian influenza have been detected, affecting poultry farms and leading to the culling of over 500,000 chickens.
China Expands Visa-Free Access, Boosting Tourism with Australia and New Zealand
China adds Australia and New Zealand to its visa-free list, sparking a surge in tourism and strengthening international ties.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Embarks on Diplomatic Tour to New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia
Chinese Premier Li Qiang will visit New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia from June 13 to 20, aiming to strengthen ties and mark significant anniversaries in China’s relations with these nations.
Australia and Uzbekistan to Host AFC Women’s Asian Cup in 2026 and 2029
Australia and Uzbekistan have been confirmed as hosts for the 2026 and 2029 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, marking significant milestones for women’s football in Asia.
Australian Watchdog Challenges X Over Global Removal of Stabbing Video
Australia’s eSafety Commission urges X to globally remove videos of a Sydney stabbing, challenging the platform’s compliance with national online safety laws.