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'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

'Great friends' Australia, NZ vow closer defence ties

Australia and New Zealand are chasing stronger military and economic ties, with the latter open to following its neighbour's lead on frigate procurement.

PM brushes off push for Israel sanctions as a 'slogan'

PM brushes off push for Israel sanctions as a 'slogan'

PM brushes off push for Israel sanctions as a 'slogan'

PM brushes off push for Israel sanctions as a 'slogan'

Australia has downplayed US criticism of international efforts to recognise Palestine as Anthony Albanese criticises Israel's plan to expand its Gaza offensive.

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Australia and New Zealand embrace in 'uncertain world'

Regional security and global uncertainty are dominating discussions during annual talks between Anthony Albanese and his New Zealand counterpart.

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'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

'Human catastrophe': PM condemns Israel's plan for Gaza

Australia and western allies are urging Israel to abandon plans to re-invade and take total control of Gaza City, warning it will breach international law.

'Red line' warning against Israel's Gaza takeover plan

'Red line' warning against Israel's Gaza takeover plan

Foreign Minister Penny Wong is warning Israel not to go down the path of taking over Gaza, which she says will worsen the humanitarian catastrophe there.

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

More 'infrastructure, not advisers' key to Pacific aid

Australia could boost support for Pacific climate change resilience and infrastructure by about $500 million by changing its aid strategy, a think tank says.

Activists arrested as students strike for Palestine

Activists arrested as students strike for Palestine

Pro-Palestine protesters have been arrested as students took to the streets and blocked a major city intersection to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

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Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Diplomatic tensions between Australia and Russia are playing out in the High Court after a new embassy in Canberra was denied by the federal government.

Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design

Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design

Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design

Australia to boost navy firepower with Japanese design

Japanese Mogami-class frigates will replace aging Australian warships following a landmark review recommending a focus on long-range firepower.

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia co-ordinating on recognition of Palestine

Australia is working with other nations in favour of recognising the state of Palestine, as the federal government acknowledges the issue is urgent.

Trump threatens steeper India tariffs over Russian oil

Trump threatens steeper India tariffs over Russian oil

Trump threatens steeper India tariffs over Russian oil

Trump threatens steeper India tariffs over Russian oil

US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap India with an even steeper tariff if they continue to purchase so much Russian oil.

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia, Indonesia urged to deepen ties amid threats

Australia and Indonesia should take their relationship to the next level to combat a trio of key threats, with the aim to include other nations in the region.

Protesters seize momentum after huge Gaza bridge march

Protesters seize momentum after huge Gaza bridge march

Protesters seize momentum after huge Gaza bridge march

Protesters seize momentum after huge Gaza bridge march

Big crowds at pro-Palestine rallies including on Sydney Harbour Bridge are no surprise to the prime minister, who says Australians want to show their concern.

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

A Chinese woman accused of gathering intelligence for China's main police agency is the first to be charged for allegedly targeting the Australian community.

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Star-studded push to lure tourists to Australia

Global celebrities have been signed up to help bring travellers to Australian shores as part of a tourism push infused with a "strong dose of humour".

'Massive disruption': Harbour Bridge rally to go ahead

Protesters are being urged to be respectful and sensible during a planned peaceful pro-Palestine rally across Sydney's Harbour Bridge .

Depth of US-Australia ties on show in tariff reprieve

While face-to-face talks with Donald Trump remain elusive, a US decision to spare Australia from increased tariffs highlights the strength of the partnership.

Australia to argue for tariff removal after US reprieve

Australia has been granted a rare reprieve from higher US tariffs on its goods but officials haven't given up hope of the levies being removed entirely.

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Palestinian statehood declares 'enough' suffering

Australia is considering the timing of recognising a Palestinian state, as other nations commit to formal acknowledgement at the United Nations.

Lax Aussies making themselves easy spy targets: ASIO

Australia's intelligence chief has revealed new details about a series of foreign espionage operations in a major speech.

Nostalgia and political beef cap first sitting period

After infighting, political beef over cattle and the passage of an election promise, the 48th parliament has celebrated the end of its first sitting period.

Australia, Pacific cops to discuss regional deployments

Police chiefs from across the Pacific, including Australia, are set to meet and discuss a joint training program that deploys officers across the region.

Fears for vulnerable children as social media ban grows

YouTube's inclusion in Australia's social media ban has put online safety back in the spotlight but experts warn the measures pose harms to vulnerable kids.

Cheers at last for Olympians who defied Moscow boycott

Rebellious Australian athletes who defied a boycott to take part in the controversial Moscow Olympics have finally been recognised in the nation's capital.

Australia left hanging by US on key submarine deal

Australia will have to wait longer to find out what the US plans to do with a multi-billion dollar submarine deal between the two nations.

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