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I was excited to move back to Australia but here’s the one thing that’s changed
A returning British expat has revealed she was not prepared for how difficult it would be to find an apartment in Sydney, exposing how drastically the rental market has changed over a short period. Courtney Wallbank moved to Sydney from the UK in...

Venezuela to close Australian, Norwegian embassies
The closures are part of the "strategic re-assignation of resources", President Nicolas Maduro's government said in a statement on Monday, adding that consular services to Venezuelans in Norway and Australia would be provided by diplomatic...

Victoria Night Light Walk illuminates need for domestic violence services
Oct. 21 walk in Esquimalt will raise funds for intimate partner violence and prevention programs A walk to benefit domestic violence and transitional support services returns to Greater Victoria in October. Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty and...

LATIKA M BOURKE: Australia not invited to US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace signing in Egypt
Australia was not invited to attend Donald Trump’s official Gaza peace signing ceremony in Egypt overnight and did not ask to attend, Government officials have confirmed. This is despite the Government’s claim that its decision to recognise...

Australian minister to visit Bangladesh, India for strengthening ties
Minister for Small Business, International Development and Multicultural Affairs Anne Aly will be travelling to Bangladesh and India this week to strengthen Australia’s engagement with the Indian Ocean region. In Bangladesh, Aly will launch the...

India-Australia joint military exercise AUSTRAHIND begins in Perth
Indian and Australian military personnel at the 4th edition of AUSTRAHIND exercise at Irwin Barracks in Perth. The 4th edition of India-Australia joint military exercise, AUSTRAHIND-2025, commenced on Monday at Irwin Barracks, Perth, Australia....

Venezuela to shut embassies in Norway and Australia
Photo credit: edarabia.com On Monday, Venezuela's government announced it would close its embassies in Norway and Australia while opening new ones in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe, as part of a restructuring of its foreign service aimed 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...

Usman Khawaja is the shield, but who is Australia's spear?
SYDNEY (Web Desk) - In the grand theatre of Ashes cricket, as ever, a good start still tells the oldest story: lay the foundations and the fortress will stand. Cricket's oldest and most storied rivalry remains a cauldron of pressure, expectation...
World Reuters Venezuela announces closure of Norway, Australia embassies
CARACAS/OSLO (Reuters) -Venezuela's government said on Monday it will close its embassies in Norway and Australia and open new ones in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe in a restructuring of its foreign service, after weeks of growing tensions with the...
President lauds services of outgoing Australian HC
F.P. Report ISLAMABAD: Outgoing Australian High Commissioner Mr. Neil Hawkins paid a farewell call on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Monday. The President commended him for his efforts in strengthening Pakistan–Australia relations...

Cricket | Oct 13, 2025 | 11 min read Australia win a thriller
Sports Cricket #Visakhapatnam Skipper Alyssa Healy unfurled a hundred touched with genius and grit as Australia achieved the highest-ever successful run chase in women’s ODI to register a three-wicket win over India in their World Cup match on...

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...

Venezuela announces closure of embassies in Norway, Australia
Audio By Carbonatix CARACAS/OSLO (Reuters) -Venezuela’s government said on Monday it will close its embassies in Norway and Australia and open new ones in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe as part of a restructuring of its foreign service, after weeks of...

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...

Harper Beckham might launch beauty brand, as mum Victoria registers new company: Reports
Victoria Beckham, whose new Netflix documentary exploring her family life and career debuted last week, has also spoken about her daughter’s ambitions. The former Spice Girl joked that Harper will either become a beauty mogul or a stand-up...

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...
World Reuters Venezuela announces closure of embassies in Norway, Australia
CARACAS/OSLO (Reuters) -Venezuela's government said on Monday it will close its embassies in Norway and Australia and open new ones in Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe as part of a restructuring of its foreign service, after weeks of growing tensions...

PDLegal grows Bangkok office with two new partners
Singapore-headquartered law firm PDLegal has bolstered its dispute resolution and tax advisory capabilities at its Bangkok office with the addition of Ravipat Mullijarupongs (L) and Supagorn “Pop” Jittimaporn as partners. Ravipat, who will head...
Not quite a ghost town: The Australian destination with just four residents
Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Save this article for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them anytime. Got it Share As far as the Australian postal...