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Bipartisan backing for tougher hate-speech penalties

The coalition has indicated it would back a proposal to strengthen hate-speech laws following a rise in anti-Semitic incidents.

AAP · May 27, 2024

Ukraine holding out for 'lifeline' of coal shipment

Ukraine has made a further request to Australia for a shipment of coal ahead of a "brutal" winter as it deals with invading Russian forces.

AAP · May 26, 2024

PNG aid on the way, more considered as death toll rises

The federal government will provide $2.5 million and consider more aid for Papua New Guinea as the death toll from a landslide rises to more than 2000.

AAP · May 26, 2024

Federal budget ramps up Aukus with $2.6bn earmarked for submarine project in 2024-25

Defence says approved spending for Australia’s acquisition of subs so far totals $13.6bn

The Guardian - AU · May 14, 2024

China accuses Australian navy helicopter of flying near airspace in ‘provocative move’

Foreign ministry says Chinese jet pilot took ‘necessary measures at the scene’ after Australia claimed flares were released in front of helicopter

The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2024

US won’t guarantee Australia will have complete control of Aukus submarines

US Aukus commitment should not be doubted, says assistant secretary of state, while refusing to be drawn on lingering concerns about the sale of nuclear submarines

The Guardian - AU · May 7, 2024

China's 'unsafe' move against Australian chopper

China's military engaged in "unsafe and unprofessional" conduct by firing flares in front of an Australian helicopter taking part in an international mission.

AAP · May 6, 2024

Australia, South Korea discuss military tech alliance

Australia and South Korea are working together on a potential expansion of a secretive defence technology pact that includes the US and UK.

AAP · May 1, 2024

Solomon Islands bids farewell to a polarising PM who became the Pacific’s most China-friendly leader

Although Manasseh Sogavare’s time as prime minister of Solomon Islands is finished, his country’s relationship with China may still have some way to run

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

Albanese heckled at Canberra rally to end violence against women – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 27, 2024