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Ship of Dreams – Titanic II to set sail

In 1912 the Titanic was known as the Ship of Dreams. For over a century, Titanic’s legend has been powered by mystery, intrigue, and...

IndiGo expands codeshare agreement

Australia (Commonwealth)_IndiGo, India's leading low-cost carrier, has significantly expanded its codeshare agreement with Qantas Airways, Australia's national airline. This collaboration provides Indian travelers with...

Craig Harris enters Hall of Fame

NZ (Commonwealth)_The Australasian cruise industry witnessed a momentous occasion on Saturday night as Craig Harris, a long-standing figure known for his significant contributions to...

Australia, Vietnam strengthen economic ties

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met on Thursday to discuss ways to further strengthen their already flourishing...

Bushfire Emergency in Australia 

Australia (Commonwealth)_In the face of one of the most challenging fire conditions witnessed in recent years, Australian firefighters are engaged in a fierce battle...

Anticipated Inflation acceleration

As the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) prepares to unveil the Monthly Consumer Price Index (CPI) Indicator for January on Wednesday, February 28 at...

Bolstering defense ties   

Australia (Commonwealth)_In a significant development, Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Commander Air Marshal Udeni Rajapaksa has announced that the United States and Australian Air...

Australia-ASEAN Special Summit in Melbourne  

Australia (Commonwealth)_  Australia is set to host the Australia-ASEAN Special Summit from March 4 to 6, marking only the second time the nation has organized...

Real-world Fuel Test Discrepancies

Australia (Commonwealth)_ In a recent program conducted by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) and funded by the federal government, alarming disparities between laboratory-calculated fuel efficiency...

Australia Boosts Naval Expansion 

In a strategic move to bolster its maritime capabilities amidst rising regional tensions, Australia has unveiled plans to more than double the size of...

Roo-ver Lunar Rover Advances

Australia's inaugural lunar rover, affectionately named "Roo-ver" through a public naming competition, is making significant strides toward its 2026 launch as part of NASA's...

Leaders Call for Ceasefire

Leaders from Australia, Canada, and New Zealand have joined the global chorus calling for Israel to reconsider its planned ground offensive in the southern...

NZERI Expands Educational Footprint

In a significant development, a new organization, the New Zealand Education Representatives in India (NZERI), has been established by former members of the ENZRA...

Livestock ship dilemma

In recent development, thousands of sheep and cattle, stranded on a ship forced to abandon its passage through the Red Sea, have begun the...

SL President attends 7th Indian Ocean Conference

Australia (Commonwealth)_ President Ranil Wickramasinghe has recently concluded his official visit to Australia, where he actively participated in the 7th Indian Ocean Conference held in...

Australia Passes Right-To-Disconnect Law

In a significant move aimed at promoting a healthier work-life balance, Australia's Senate recently approved a groundbreaking bill that empowers workers to decline calls...

Union Power Concerns Rise

In January, a customary peak period for Australian fruit exports to China, the nation's maritime union engaged in protracted wage negotiations with port operator...

Swift Inflation Impact

Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock addressed the media on Tuesday, acknowledging the influence of what has been colloquially termed the "Taylor Swift...

Australia Implements Fuel Standards

Australia has recently unveiled plans to institute mandatory fuel efficiency standards, aligning itself with established regulations in other advanced economies. The move, announced by...

Australia’s ‘Preferred Model’ hints a new rise of Electric Cars

Australia (Commonwealth)_Australia, on Sunday, revealed its "preferred model" for new vehicle emission standards, marking a significant step toward finalizing regulations aimed at promoting the...

Low Inflation, RBA Outlook

In the final quarter of 2023, Australia witnessed a notable deceleration in inflation, marking a two-year low, according to data released by the Australian...

Pro-Palestine Port Protests

In recent weeks, Australian ports have become focal points for pro-Palestinian demonstrations, as protesters target Israeli-affiliated ships, prompting a series of events that have...

NZ Deployment Raises Concerns

NZ (Commonwealth)_In a recent development, the New Zealand government's decision to deploy a six-member defense force team to the Middle East has raised questions...

Severe Weather Alert NZ

In the imminent forecast for the western South Island and far southern North Island of New Zealand, meteorological authorities have issued warnings of severe...

Cyclone Threatens Australia Coast

A tropical disturbance intensifying over the Coral Sea is poised to become the second cyclone in as many months, delivering destructive winds and potential...

AUD/USD Faces Bearish Pressure

The AUD/USD pair has experienced consecutive declines for the second consecutive day during Tuesday's Asian session, marking a 0.02% decrease following Monday's 0.39% slump....

Australia: Heatwave Raises Bushfire Risk

Australia is grappling with an intensifying heatwave, prompting heightened concerns about the potential escalation of bushfire risks during an already precarious fire season. The...

Country Garden’s Australian Divestment

Country Garden, the indebted Chinese developer listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as 2007.HK, has recently taken a strategic step towards divesting from...

Australian Employment hits a slump

In a notable turn of events for the Australian labor market, December witnessed a sharp decline in employment figures following two months of unexpectedly...

EV Charging Surges in Australia

In a promising development for the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in Australia, a recent report by consulting firm Next System anticipates a substantial surge...

Australia’s Missile Production Initiative

Australia is set to embark on a significant milestone in its defense capabilities, revealing plans to commence local production of missiles as early as...

X’s Safety Concerns

The Australian eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, has strongly criticized the social media platform X for reinstating over 6,000 banned accounts following Elon Musk's...

AUD Trade Surplus Widens

Australia's trade surplus experienced a notable expansion, reaching 11,437 million Australian dollars (AUD), month-on-month in December. The significant shift is anticipated 7,500 million and...

NZ COVID Crisis Deepens 

NZ (Commonwealth)_  In the past week, New Zealand has witnessed a concerning surge in COVID-19 cases, accompanied by a regrettable increase of 44 deaths, marking...

Australia Criminalizes Nazi Symbols

Australia (Commonwealth)_ In response to a concerning increase in hate and anti-Semitic incidents, Australia has implemented legislation criminalizing the Nazi salute and the display...

ASIC Targets Greenwashing Enforcement

Australia's corporate watchdog, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), has reaffirmed its commitment to combat misleading environmental claims made by investment funds in...

‘Out of this World – Australia in Space’ 

Australia (Commonwealth)_In a remarkable x of Australia's rich history in space exploration, the Royal Australian Mint has unveiled its inaugural space-themed Australian Commemorative coin...

Economic Outlook 2024

Australia (Commonwealth)_ In 2023, the global economic landscape experienced a notable shift, characterized by the conclusion of a rapid rise in interest rates, the...

Sri Lanka NZ Diplomatic Boost 

New Zealand (Commonwealth)_   The Sri Lankan government has recently taken a strategic step towards enhancing diplomatic ties with New Zealand by deciding to establish a...

NZD/USD falls on Chinese economic data

In the early hours of Tuesday's Asian trading session, the NZD/USD pair experienced a marginal decline, with the New Zealand Dollar (NZD) facing downward...