In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs landmark security agreement with PNG, strengthening Australia's strategic position in the Pacific region amid growing regional tensions.
Papua New Guinea considers imposing age restrictions on social media platforms, sparking fierce debate between child protection advocates and free speech campaigners.
Australian mining titan BHP launches stunning £49 billion takeover approach for Anglo American, creating potential global mining powerhouse and reshaping critical minerals landscape amid growing competition with China.
In one of the most remarkable stock market performances of the year, little-known mining company Flynn Gold witnesses near-500% share price explosion, defying market expectations and creating millionaires overnight.
Donald Trump has courted fresh controversy by meeting Equatorial Guinea's long-ruling President Teodoro Obiang at his Mar-a-Lago estate, raising eyebrows in diplomatic circles and drawing criticism from human rights organisations.
A priceless collection of artefacts from the 1984 miners' strike and UK coal mining history has been rescued from disposal, securing a permanent home at the National Coal Mining Museum in Wakefield.
Previously unseen archives detailing the 1934 Gresford Colliery disaster, one of Britain's worst mining tragedies, are set for public display near the original site in Wrexham, offering a poignant glimpse into the past.
A controversial lead mine proposal in New South Wales' prime wine country has local residents terrified for their children's health and the future of their world-renowned vineyards.
King Charles III has captivated the Commonwealth with his extraordinary linguistic skills, delivering a powerful speech in Papua New Guinea's Tok Pisin language during his royal tour, demonstrating his profound commitment to cultural diplomacy.
Exclusive: Mercenary commander Simon Mann, famed for the 'Wonga Coup' plot in Equatorial Guinea, dies aged 81. His fiancée Amanda Mann leads emotional tributes to the ex-SAS soldier and private military contractor.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese's Pacific mission to Papua New Guinea is upstaged by news of Donald Trump's potential UK visit, raising questions about diplomatic priorities and global attention.
A landmark 17-year study in Guinea has captured wild chimpanzees deliberately drinking fermented palm wine, offering profound insights into human evolution and our complex relationship with alcohol.
A recent diplomatic misstep by Australia in Papua New Guinea reveals a profound failure to understand Pacific neighbours, threatening regional influence and trust.
Papua New Guinea's parliament postpones ratification of crucial security pact with Australia, dealing significant setback to Canberra's Pacific strategy and Anthony Albanese's government.
The St Vincent de Paul Society braces for a surge in demand as BHP announces massive job losses at its Queensland coal mines, threatening to devastate the community of Dysart.
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
A landmark security treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea faces significant delays due to internal opposition in PNG, raising concerns over China's growing influence in the Pacific region.
Mining giant BHP announces the slashing of 750 jobs at its central Queensland metallurgical coal mines, citing operational reviews and a shift towards automation, sparking concerns for the local economy.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's crucial diplomatic mission to Papua New Guinea has ended without a landmark security treaty, dealing a significant blow to Canberra's efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.
Furious residents of rural NSW are fighting a proposed lead mine mere metres from a local primary school. The clash comes as a damning new report reveals Australia's systemic failure to protect children from environmental health hazards, with experts warn
King Charles and Australian PM lead global dignitaries in Port Moresby to mark Papua New Guinea's 50th year of independence, a milestone event underscoring the nation's strategic importance in the Pacific.
King Charles III and Queen Camilla conclude a landmark tour of Papua New Guinea, strengthening Commonwealth ties and honouring wartime heritage in a significant Pacific diplomacy move.
Exclusive investigation reveals how a mining magnate's retirement fund amassed a staggering £1.6bn while ordinary workers face pension uncertainty. The shocking disparity in Australia's superannuation system.
Fifty years on, Papua New Guinea reflects on its historic journey from Australian administration to sovereign nationhood, marking a pivotal moment in Commonwealth history.
Breaking news from Australia: Sydney Airport implements a controversial social media ban, PM Albanese signs a landmark treaty with Papua New Guinea, and new climate emissions data reveals critical challenges.
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
In a landmark agreement, the Puutu Kunti Kurrama and Pinikura People grant native title consent for a major iron ore mine, securing millions in benefits and creating local jobs.
Exclusive investigation reveals Queensland's ticking time bomb as mining giants leave taxpayers facing billions in rehabilitation costs for derelict sites, with prime agricultural land at stake.
Exclusive: Defence Minister Richard Marles announces major strategic shift as Australia deepens military ties with Papua New Guinea, sparking regional security discussions.