Ban on foreign buyers of existing homes The Federal Labor Party has pledged to bar foreign investors from purchasing existing homes for at least two years. Starting 1 April 2025, foreign buyers will be prohibited from acquiring existing properties until 31 March…

Heightened Chinese Naval Activity Near AustraliaThe Australian Defence Force (ADF) has issued a warning over an increased presence of Chinese warships along the country’s northern coast. According to the ADF, three vessels from China’s People’s Liberation Army—a frigate, a destroyer, and a…