Australia targets offshore wagering threat with major sporting events on horizon

The threat of organised crime and the emergence of new offshore wagering havens in tiny jurisdictions such as Vanuatu will be a focus of Australia’s largest gathering of sports integrity professionals this week, as the nation prepares to host at...

Australian minister to launch development plan in Bangladesh

Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Dr Anne Aly is set to arrive in Bangladesh this week on an official visit aimed at strengthening Australia’s engagement in the Indian Ocean region and...

Australian Minister Anne Aly to visit Bangladesh to boost regional cooperation

Mon Oct 13, 2025 09:28 PM Last update on: Mon Oct 13, 2025 09:39 PM Trip aims to deepen engagement in the Indian Ocean region Star Online Report Mon Oct 13, 2025 09:28 PM Last update on: Mon Oct 13, 2025 09:39 PM Australian Minister for Small...

Australia Launches $2bn Boost for Hydrogen Production in Second Hydrogen Headstart Round

So, can Australia really lock in its spot as a global hydrogen production powerhouse? That question’s buzzing through energy ministries and boardrooms from Canberra to across the globe. On 10 October 2025, the Australian Government—via the...

Victoria Pendleton announces second family tragedy in two years in heartbreaking statement

Pendleton announced the devastating news on social media(Image: Getty Images for Cartier) Former Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton has announced that her father Max has died after a "long struggle" with Parkinson's disease. The heartbroken Team...

Australia series might have forced Gill's hand in enforcing follow-on, Windies' fightback raises questions on his wisdom

Until March 2001, the follow-on was viewed as a badge of honour, a symbol of dominance and supremacy. Captains barely thought twice before sticking the opposition in for a second time, even if the lead was only 230 or thereabouts, so long as the...

Australian Minister Dr Aly arrives in Bangladesh to strengthen bilateral ties

Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Dr Anne Aly will arrive in Bangladesh this week on an official visit aimed at deepening Australia's engagement with the Indian Ocean region and...

Victoria Pendleton announces death of her dad two years after losing twin brother

Victoria Pendleton has announced the death of her father (Picture: Getty Images) Olympic gold medallist Victoria Pendleton has posted an emotional tribute to her father, Max, who has sadly died after a battle with Parkinson’s disease. The cycling...

Australia’s Climate Minister Chris Bowen to visit India for first Renewable Energy Partnership Meeting

India and Australia shared an ambition to move faster, work together and deploy complementary capabilities to drive climate action.Australian Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Chris Bowen, is set to visit India this week to hold a series of...

Australian Government Saves Glencore Copper Smelter with AU$600 Million Investment

The Albanese Government and Crisafulli Government are investing up to AU$600 million over the next three years in Glencore’s (LSE:GLEN,OTC Pink:GLCNF) Mount Isa Copper Smelter and Townsville Refinery to protect over 1,000 jobs. In a joint...

Australia appreciates Bangladesh’s transition to inclusive future: Anne Aly

Australian Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Dr Anne Aly on Monday said Australia welcomes Bangladesh’s transition to a democratic and inclusive future and is committed to supporting these efforts....

Western Australia leaders value cooperation with Việt Nam

HÀ NỘI – The leaders of Western Australia have expressed appreciation for and commitment to strengthening cooperation with Việt Nam, highlighting shared opportunities in trade, education, tourism, and energy. From October 9–11, Vietnamese...

Western Australia leaders value cooperation with Vietnam

Hanoi (VNA) – The leaders of Western Australia have expressed appreciation for and commitment to strengthening cooperation with Vietnam, highlighting shared opportunities in trade, education, tourism, and energy. From October 9–11, Vietnamese...

Personalization, Relationship-Building Top Event Trends List

Victoria Akinsowon, content marketing manager at Cvent, which provides software for event planners, identified “9 Event Trends Shaping 2025.” Here are some highlights. Personalize at scale – “With a plethora of potential events to attend,...

Penrite partnership extended

Leading Supercars team Grove Racing – which includes Mount Gambier driver Kai Allen – has confirmed that Australian oil giant Penrite will continue as its title partner under a new multi-year agreement, further strengthening one of the most...

Vietnam, Australia seek stronger defence cooperation

Hanoi (VNA) - General Nguyen Tan Cuong, Chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army (VPA), and Deputy Minister of National Defence, hosted Australia's Chief of Air Force (CAF) Air Marshal Stephen Chappell in Hanoi on October 13, during...

Old lessons for a new Australia-PNG treaty

fter a slight delay, Australia and Papua New Guinea formally signed a defense treaty last week committing the two nations to come to each other’s aid if one is faced with an attack. According to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, the...

Bigg Boss fame Sushant Divgikar announces breakup with Australian partner; writes ‘It was absolutely beautiful till it lasted’

Bigg Boss fame Sushant Divgikar, also known as Rani KoHEnur, has announced a breakup with their Australian partner. Sushant shared an emotional note on social media, expressing gratitude for the relationship which lasted until early 2024. The...

Wigan Warriors trio named in 24-strong England squad for Ashes series against Australia

Wigan Warriors trio Jake Wardle, Harry Smith and Ethan Havard have been named in Shaun Wane’s 24-strong England squad for the Ashes series against Australia on home soil this autumn. Wardle, who will likely partner Herbie Farnworth in the centres,...

CA ANZ and ASBFEO partner to assist SMEs on GHG disclosure

Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ) and the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) have collaborated on a guide to assist small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in understanding the potential requests for greenhouse gas...