Australian envoy’s antisemitism plan criticised as ‘Trumpian’ over concerns changes could be used to silence dissent

The antisemitism envoy’s recommendations to remove funding from universities, charities and cultural bodies if they promote or fail to act against antisemitism have sparked concerns among academics and peak bodies that funding could be weaponised...

Australia announces A$1.3bil development fund for Asean to offset USAID cuts

KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong has announced a development fund exceeding A$1bil for Asean countries to offset the impact of USAID funding cuts. This initiative is part of Australia's commitment to fostering lasting...

Security, trade in focus as Australia PM Albanese heads to China

By Kirsty Needham SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese leaves for Shanghai on Saturday on an official visit to China where regional security tensions and efforts to grow economic ties are likely to dominate talks....

‘Neighbours’ Wraps Final Production for Prime Video as 40-Year Australian Soap Ends Revival With ‘Possibilities for a Future Chapter’

Production on the iconic Australian soap opera “Neighbours” has officially wrapped for Prime Video, with the cast filming their final scenes at Nunawading studios on Friday. The series, which has entertained audiences for over 40 years, will air...

Australia mulls ways to fight rising antisemitism

An Australian report on combating antisemitism has recommended cutting funding for universities that fail to protect Jewish students and screening visa applicants and non-citizens for extremist views. The report proposes a sweeping set of reforms...

Perth Football League out to make history in State game with Victoria Amateur Football League

Australian special envoy releases plan to combat antisemitism

CANBERRA, July 10 (Xinhua) -- A report commissioned by the Australian government has recommended that funding be withheld from universities and cultural institutions that fail to combat antisemitism. Australia's special envoy to combat...

Australia’s Tokenization Push Could Cement ‘Even Greater Financial Control’

In brief Australia has approved 24 tokenized asset trials using real money, CBDCs, and stablecoins under the ASIC-backed Project Acacia. The pilots will involve major banks and fintechs in testing blockchain-based settlements One Industry observer...

Plan for Australia to adopt contested antisemitism definition to face pushback from concerned Labor MPs

Jillian Segal’s push for the federal government to adopt a contested definition of antisemitism will face pushback from some concerned Labor MPs and party members, as Anthony Albanese mulls a response to his envoy’s 49 recommendations to stamp out...

Lorde announces 2026 arena tour in Australia; Know the dates, her family, and net worth

Kiwi pop sensation Lorde has officially announced Australian dates for her “Ultrasound” world tour, set to hit major arena venues in February 2026. The news comes after backlash from local fans when Australia was excluded from the original...

Australia a step closer to digital currency: what you need to know

By MATT JONES FOR DAILY MAIL AUSTRALIA Published: 03:01 EDT, 10 July 2025 | Updated: 03:01 EDT, 10 July 2025 The Reserve Bank of Australia is moving towards fashioning a new digital version of the Australian dollar. The RBA is moving to the trial...

Australia, Asean must jointly shape regional future, says Penny Wong

Australian foreign minister Penny Wong delivering her keynote address at the ISIS Malaysia Forum on Australia and Southeast Asia in Kuala Lumpur today. KUALA LUMPUR: Australian foreign minister Penny Wong has called on Southeast Asia and Australia...

Gozo Philatelic Society showcases stamp collection

The Gozo Philatelic Society is currently showcasing an assortment of stamps issued by various countries on level -1 at Il-Ħaġar museum in Victoria. Anthony Grech will be replacing Jesmond Borg as the society’s president, following the latter’s...

Police say air search is best chance to find German tourist lost in Australian Outback

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Australian Jews feel ‘very unsafe’ amid surging attacks, warns antisemitism envoy

SYDNEY, Australia — Jewish Australians feel “very unsafe” after a surge in threats, vandalism and violence that started with the outbreak of hostilities between Israel and Hamas, Australia’s antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal said Thursday. A year...

Regiment marks historic milestones

The 20th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery (20 Regt RAA), marked four milestones in a ceremonial parade last month at Gallipoli Barracks. CAPTION: Major Andrew Penhaligon, 133rd Battery Commander, 20th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery,...

The original Birkin bag has sold: The history of Jane's legacy

The first-ever Birkin bag, made for and inspired by actress Jane Birkin herself, has been sold at auction for €8.5 million by Sotheby’s in Paris. The lot began at €1 million, with advanced bids having already been placed at €1.3 million before...

A new exhibition is a thoughtful examination of the lasting relationship between Asia and Australia

Almost 60 years after former prime minister Harold Holt began to dismantle the White Australia Policy, The Neighbour at the Gate at Sydney’s National Art School Gallery presents a thoughtful examination of the consequences when good neighbours...

Australian Health Authorities Take Action Against 57 Medical Practitioners Over Cannabis Prescribing Practices 

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has taken action against 57 medical practitioners, pharmacists, and nurses – and are investigating 60 more – over medical cannabis prescribing practices, the Australian Broadcasting...

Millions in government funding couldn’t save Australia’s biggest music festivals

National touring festival Listen Out is the latest of Australia’s major music festivals to either hit pause or fold, despite receiving millions in government grants designed to keep them afloat. It’s no secret production costs are higher than...