Australia and Papua New Guinea strike deals to counter China
Australia and Papua New Guinea have signed a sporting deal accompanied by strategic and confidential security pact that is designed to counter Chinese influence in the region.…
Cricket: Australia and India gear up for Boxing Day Test
Australia's cricket team train head of the Boxing Day Test against India in Melbourne. Skipper Tim Paine says India is a proud nation that won't roll over in the second Test, and…
Australia ends local COVID vaccine trials due to HIV false positives
The University of Queensland-CSL vaccine trial was terminated amid concerns that it could interfere with HIV diagnosis. The company will now produce more units of rival vaccine AstraZeneca instead.…
Australia blasts China on apparent coal ban
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has responded to reports of a Chinese ban on the key Australian export with a warning. The rumored move comes as relations between the two Pacific nations…
WHO advises against making COVID-19 vaccines mandatory, APC dissolves party organs across Nigeria and more
Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday.…
China bares teeth in ‘Wolf Warrior’ trade diplomacy
China is positioning itself as a champion of free trade while taking an aggressive stance against countries seen as challenging its interests, such as Australia. But this could affect China's image.…
Australian military chief reacts to report on Afghan killings
Australia's top military officer on Thursday admitted there was credible evidence his special forces unlawfully killed at least 39 Afghanistan civilians and prisoners, recommending the matter be taken up by a prosecutor…
Australia, Japan adopt defense pact, vexed by China’s ocean forays
Australia's Scott Morison affirmed a defense pact with Japan during his visit to Tokyo. If the deal is ratified, it will allow the countries to share bases during military exercises and disaster…
Australia: 380 stranded whales have died, rescuers say
Rescuers believe it is the largest number of stranding-related deaths ever recorded in Australia. Around 30 whales beached off the west coast of Tasmania are thought to still be alive.…
Rescue under way to save 180 stranded whales in Australia
Scientists are trying to rescue almost 200 whales stranded in a remote bay on the Australian island of Tasmania. At least 90 of the animals have died.…