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MILITARY6d agoAustralia to host USS Colorado as first US nuclear submarine under Aukus pactThe Pentagon has assigned the USS Colorado as the first US nuclear-powered attack submarine to join a rotating force to be based in Western Australia. The 115-metre (380-foot) Virginia-class submarine, armed with land-attack missiles and sophisticated torpedoes, would sail to the new Australian base in late 2027, officials said on Tuesday. The deployment was a “significant milestone” in building up a joint US-Australia-UK deterrence in the Pacific under their Aukus defence pact, the allies said...South China Morning Post
WORLD6d agoAustralian murderer loses lawsuit and is not allowed to eat Vegemite in prisonEen Australische gedetineerde met een levenslange gevangenisstraf heeft een rechtszaak verloren die hij aanspande om Vegemite te mogen eten in de gevangenis. Op dat product geldt in veel Australische gevangenissen een verbod. Vegemite is een hartige pasta die in Australië wordt gemaakt, het heeft een sterke zoute smaak. In enkele Australische staten is het broodbeleg sinds 2006 verboden in gevangenissen, waaronder de staat Victoria, waar de 54-jarige Andre McKechnie zijn celstraf uitzit. McKechnie, een veroordeelde moordenaar, spande de zaak aan tegen Victoria. De staat betoogde in de rechtszaNOS Buitenland
POLITICS6d agoAustralian judge rejects prisoner's human rights challenge to Vegemite banAndre McKechnie, 55, is serving a life sentence for murder. He took his battle for the salty, sticky, black-brown byproduct of brewing beer to the court last year. He argued being refused Vegemite breached the Charter of Human Rights and Responsibilities Act.NPR News
WORLD6d agoAustralian Robbie Williams Tribute Artist Denies Violent Joke Accusation at MotoGP PerformanceSinger Louie Lee Feltrin denies allegations of making a violent joke toward his wife during a MotoGP event and releases an apology and statement of intent to prevent future misunderstandings.headtopics · united states of america
MILITARY6d agoBeyond the Pukpuk Treaty, Australia’s Strategic Footprint in PNG GrowsIn the wake of the Pukpuk Treaty, Australia and PNG continued to deepen relations with a new rotation planned, defense infrastructure investment, and expanded ADF recruitment.The Diplomat
WORLD6d agoYeast or famine: Australian convicted murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prisonA convicted murderer has lost a legal bid to overturn a ban on Vegemite in Victoria's prisons, despite his claims that the ban was unlawful because it denied him his human right to enjoy Australian culture.EuroNews [en]
WORLD6d agoIn Australia, Sydney’s second airport blows some passengers off courseSydney’s new multibillion-dollar airport has already confused some travellers, with passengers mistaking the new facility for the Australian city’s existing airport and even booking flights to the wrong side of the country. Western Sydney International Airport, which opened at the weekend after decades of planning, is about 60km (37 miles) from the city centre, compared with just 8km for the existing Kingsford Smith Airport. The new airport operates around the clock, while most passenger flights...South China Morning Post
POLITICS6d agoAustralian minister says he is being followed after bullet etched with ‘RAT’ left on carThe former firefighter and Labor member for Frankston in Victoria found the bullet on the bonnet of his carThe Independent World
BUSINESS6d agoJane McMillan elected to Cattle Australia board as director | The North West StarJane McMillan has been elected to the board of directors for Cattle Australia, as reported by The North West Star. This is a significant appointment within the Australian cattle industry.northweststar.com.au · Australia
POLITICS6d agoAustralian parliament pays tribute to Helen Haines as PM Albanese condemns increasing ‘rage and aggression’Helen Haines was critically injured last week in an alleged act of political violenceThe Independent World
POLITICSOct 2560 Minutes Transcript: Australia's under-16 social media banAustralia, concerned over social media's impact on kids, placed restrictions for children under 16 on many major platforms. It's too soon to say if the law's working, but it's now a global test case.CBS News
POLITICSOct 25Australia's social media ban for kids a global test case, even as it faces challenges | 60 MinutesAustralia, concerned over social media's impact on kids, placed restrictions for children under 16 on many major platforms. It's too soon to say if the law's working, but it's now a global test case.CBS News
MILITARYOct 25Australian defense land selloff runs into multiparty oppositionFormer PM Howard tells crowd: 'You don’t give that up for a few bob.'Politico
WORLDOct 25Australian Grand Prix called off as rain spoils Phillip Island sendoffRace delayed by two hours before being cancelled due to low visibility despite a sellout crowd at Phillip Island.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 25Australia’s treasurer says middle powers should co-operate to avoid being hostage to geopoliticsJim Chalmers argues economic security and bolstering supply chains would benefit consumersFinancial Times
WORLDOct 24Anrich Nortje ruled out of third Test against Australia with groin injuryAnrich Nortje has been ruled out of the third Test match against Australia due to a groin injury. This is a sports news update regarding a player's availability for an upcoming game.australiannews.net · Australia
BUSINESSOct 24What Australia Fuel Security Reserve Fixes and What It Leaves Exposed  | Peak Oil News and Message BoardsAn article examines what Australia's Fuel Security Reserve addresses and what vulnerabilities it leaves unexposed. This discusses national energy policy and economic implications.peakoil.com · United States
WORLDOct 24Travis Head wants Australia to find collective batting effort after recent Test strugglesTravis Head has called for Australia to improve their collective batting performance following recent Test match struggles. He emphasizes the need for a team effort to overcome current challenges.australianherald.com · Australia
POLITICSOct 24Australian MP's condition improves after alleged car attackThe independent MP is now in a serious but stable condition, according to the Melbourne hospital.BBC World
POLITICSOct 24Staff of another Australian lawmaker threatened in officeThis article reports that staff of another Australian lawmaker received threats in their office. It is important as it indicates potential security concerns and threats against political figures in Australia.californiatelegraph.com · United States
POLITICSOct 24Australian man charged with threatening another lawmaker staffAn Australian man has been charged with threatening a staff member of a lawmaker. This indicates legal action taken in response to a threat involving a political figure's office.afghanistannews.net · Afghanistan
POLITICSOct 23Staff of another Australian lawmaker threatened in officeStaff members of an Australian lawmaker have been threatened in their office, marking another instance of such incidents. This raises concerns about the safety and security of political personnel.iranherald.com · Iran
POLITICSOct 23Staff of another Australian lawmaker threatened in officeStaff of an Australian lawmaker received threats in their office. This event highlights concerns about the safety of political staff and democratic processes.zimbabwestar.com · Zimbabwe
POLITICSOct 23Andrés Gregorio, brother of Iván Duque, will be ambassador to AustraliaEl actual diplomático, Diego Cadena Montenegro, no fue avisado del recambio. Duque Márquez ya había sido secretario en El Vaticano. The post Andrés Gregorio, hermano de Iván Duque, será embajador en Australia appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía