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Australia pledges 65% emissions cut by 2035

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese unveils Australia's ambitious new 2035 emissions reduction target of 65%, positioning the nation as a global leader in climate action while ensuring economic stability.

Virgin Australia to Allow Pets in Cabins from 2025

Virgin Australia is set to revolutionise air travel by allowing pets in cabins on select domestic routes from 2025. Here's everything you need to know about the new policy, including costs, eligible animals, and how it will work in practice.

Australia cuts skilled migration, new hurdles for UK applicants

In a major immigration overhaul, Australia cuts its skilled worker visa quota and raises the bar for applicants. Discover how new points tests, higher salary thresholds, and stricter English requirements will impact British nationals seeking a life down u

Family sells home in 24 hours for Australian dream

A courageous British family sold their home in under a day to fund a life-changing move to Australia, driven by a desire for sun, space, and a fresh start. Discover their whirlwind journey.

Skeleton in cave solves mystery of missing Scot in Jordan

Human remains discovered in a remote cave in Jordan have been formally identified as Moray McPhail, a Scottish backpacker who vanished without a trace in 2018, bringing a tragic end to his family's agonising six-year search.

British Men Killed in Kangaroo Island Car Crash

Two British men have tragically lost their lives following a single-vehicle crash on South Australia's Kangaroo Island. The fatal incident occurred on the Playford Highway, casting a shadow over the popular tourist destination.

UK Couple's Honest Verdict on Life in Australia

A British couple reveals the incredible highs and surprising lows of swapping their life in the UK for a new start in Australia, sharing their honest journey and the one thing they desperately miss.

Indian Minister's 'Buy Australian Homes' Remark Sparks Fury

Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal faces backlash after suggesting wealthy Indians could purchase Australian properties to ease pressure on the local housing market, a comment labelled 'tone-deaf' during a severe affordability crisis.

Australia's cig price hike fuels black market boom

The Australian government's new 7% tobacco tax increase, aimed at improving public health, is fuelling a rampant black market for cigarettes, raising concerns about lost tax revenue and organised crime.

US-Australia Defence Meeting Erupts in Chaos Over AUKUS

A high-stakes defence meeting between Australian Deputy PM Richard Marles and US official Pete Hegseth erupted in a fiery confrontation over AUKUS, leaving the crucial alliance strained and questioning future cooperation.

BOM Forecast: A Wet Spring Soaking for Australia

The Bureau of Meteorology's Spring 2025 Outlook forecasts above-average rainfall for eastern and northern Australia, with a heightened flood risk following saturated catchments. Southern regions brace for persistent damp conditions.

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