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Virgin Australia makes history with pet-friendly in-cabin flights

Virgin Australia has launched Australia’s first-ever in-cabin flights allowing small cats and dogs to travel alongside their owners. Starting 16 October 2025, the “Pets in Cabin” service will operate on trial routes between Melbourne, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast, with…

17 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·HEALTH

Australia launches world-first Koala Vaccine to combat Chlamydia

Australia has approved a groundbreaking vaccine to protect its koala population against chlamydia, marking a world-first initiative. Researchers at the University of the Sunshine Coast spent over ten years developing the single-dose vaccine, designed to shield the iconic marsupials from urinary tract…

11 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Long wait times still plague Services Australia calls despite recent improvements

New operational data from Services Australia for April–June 2025 has revealed which Australians face the longest call wait times — and who gives up first. Older Australians experienced the longest waits, averaging 36.5 minutes, while those needing support for disabilities, sickness and…

11 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·WORLD

Australia steps up Pacific leadership amid rising Chinese influence

Australia is strengthening its role as a key security and development partner in the Pacific, as tensions mount following Palau’s President Surangel Whipps Jnr’s warning that “we are already at war” with China. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a $100 million contribution…

11 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·POLITICS

Liberal Party turmoil as Jacinta Nampijinpa Price dumped from Coalition frontbench

In a dramatic and controversial move, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has sacked Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price from the Coalition frontbench, sparking turmoil within the Liberal Party. The decision followed Price’s refusal to apologise for remarks she made about the Indian Australian community…

11 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·FINANCE

NAB announces 410 job cuts following ANZ’s mass redundancies

Australia’s banking sector is reeling after National Australia Bank (NAB) revealed it will slash 410 jobs in its technology and enterprise division, just one day after ANZ announced it would axe 3,500 roles. The NAB restructure will affect 728 employees in total,…

10 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·WORLD

Australian travellers remain safe following deadly attacks in Doha – experts reassure

Following recent deadly air strikes in Doha, Qatar, Australian travellers have not experienced flight cancellations or major disruptions. Hamad International Airport continues to operate normally, serving flights to and from Australia. Airlines are avoiding airspace over Iraq, Iran, and Israel, while major…

10 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA

ALDI enters Australia’s residential solar market

German discount supermarket chain ALDI, well known for its low-cost strategy and streamlined shopping experience, is now venturing beyond groceries into the residential solar energy market in Australia. Starting Wednesday, households in New South Wales, Victoria, the ACT, and Queensland will be…

10 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·WORLD

Australia condemns Israeli strike in Doha – global repercussions

Israel’s airstrike in the Qatari capital, Doha, targeting senior Hamas officials, has triggered strong international backlash. Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong described the move as “wrong” and a violation of Qatar’s sovereignty, warning that it jeopardises ceasefire efforts in Gaza and the…

10 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Sydney tragedy: Greek-Australian surfer Mercury Psillakis killed in shark attack

The Greek-Australian community is mourning the tragic death of 57-year-old surfer Mercury Psillakis, who was killed in a shark attack at Dee Why on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. The well-known ομογενής, a passionate surfer and respected figure in the local community, was attacked…

7 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Albanese holds fourth call with Trump without confirmation of in-person talks

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has marked his fourth phone call with US President Donald Trump since the Republican’s re-election, describing the conversation as “warm and constructive.” Yet, despite repeated contact, there is still no confirmation of a face-to-face meeting between the…

5 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA

Rare ‘Blood Moon’ to illuminate Australian skies on Monday

Millions of Australians will be treated to a rare celestial spectacle in the early hours of Monday, 8 September, when a striking “blood moon” is set to appear. The phenomenon, known scientifically as a total lunar eclipse, occurs when Earth passes directly…

5 September, 2025

AUSTRALIA·POLITICS

Flag row erupts in Australian Senate as politics clash over national emblem

A heated political dispute erupted in Australia’s Senate after the national flag became the centre of attention. Coalition Senator Jacinta Price wrapped herself in the Australian flag during her speech to mark National Flag Day. Soon after, she was joined by One Nation…

4 September, 2025

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AUSTRALIA- Page 2

Virgin Australia makes history with pet-friendly in-cabin flights

Australia launches world-first Koala Vaccine to combat Chlamydia

Long wait times still plague Services Australia calls despite recent improvements

Australia steps up Pacific leadership amid rising Chinese influence

Liberal Party turmoil as Jacinta Nampijinpa Price dumped from Coalition frontbench

NAB announces 410 job cuts following ANZ’s mass redundancies

Australian travellers remain safe following deadly attacks in Doha – experts reassure

ALDI enters Australia’s residential solar market

Australia condemns Israeli strike in Doha – global repercussions

Sydney tragedy: Greek-Australian surfer Mercury Psillakis killed in shark attack

Albanese holds fourth call with Trump without confirmation of in-person talks

Rare ‘Blood Moon’ to illuminate Australian skies on Monday

Flag row erupts in Australian Senate as politics clash over national emblem

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