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Australia and EU sign comprehensive trade deal amid global tensions

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, while also agreeing to boost defence cooperation and access to rare earth minerals, in the face of global uncertainty over trade.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 24

Let them eat 1,600 cakes: inside Australia’s first Cake Picnic

Cakes are artfully presented and then happily devoured as global phenomenon descends on Melbourne

The Guardian - AU · Mar 24

Australia lowers diesel standards in bid to increase supply as number of service stations running empty surges

Chris Bowen says move aimed at accessing fuel imports from markets with lower burning temperatures, including the US, Canada and Europe

The Guardian - AU · Mar 24

Why letting your pet cat roam outside can be dangerous for both wildlife and the cat itself

Domestic cats are cherished members of many families, but experts are cautioning that allowing them to freely roam outdoors may place both them and the environment at significant risk. Research findings indicate that domestic cats that are allowed to freely roam outdoors not only kill many species of wildlife but…

Times Pets · Mar 24

Europe Today: Trump backs down as EU seals trade deal with Australia and Meloni suffers defeat

Tune in to Euronews' new flagship morning programme at 8 am Brussels time. In just 20 minutes, we bring you up to speed on the biggest news of the day.

Euronews · Mar 24

AI crocodile detection system comes with warning

A high-tech solution to deal with Australia's most ancient predators is ready for real-world trials, but comes with a warning about what lurks beneath.

AAP · Mar 24

'Depravity': anti-Muslim Invasion Day manifesto slammed

An unemployed man has been criticised for wanting "maximum impact" by issuing death threats against Invasion Day protesters, Muslims and Indigenous Australians.

AAP · Mar 24

Afternoon Update: EU president’s grim warning; Iran dismisses Trump claim of talks; and ‘the most stunningly awful wonderful’ band

Ursula von der Leyen says Australia can no longer rely on distance to protect it from war and chaos

The Guardian - AU · Mar 24

Australia has plenty of diesel for now. But running out could upend our economy

It’s been hard to ignore growing fears of a looming fuel shortage in Australia. Conflict in the Middle East has led to what the International Energy Agency has called the “largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market”.

The Conversation · Mar 24

Prosecco makers lose out as Australia seals EU free-trade deal after 8 long years of talks

Nearly eight years ago Australia and the European Union (EU) launched trade negotiations. Finally, today Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and EU President Ursula von der Leyen signed an agreement in Canberra.

The Conversation · Mar 24