Australia

Country Australia
Capital Canberra
Continent Australia-Oceania
Currency Australian dollar(AUD)
Languages English

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Aboriginal settlers arrived on the continent from Southeast Asia about 40,000 years before the first Europeans began exploration in the 17th century. No formal territorial claims were made until 1770, when Capt. James COOK took possession in the name of Great Britain. Six colonies were created in the late 18th and 19th centuries; they federated and became the Commonwealth of Australia in 1901. The new country took advantage of its natural resources to rapidly develop agricultural and manufacturing industries and to make a major contribution to the British effort in World Wars I and II. In recent decades, Australia has transformed itself into an internationally competitive, advanced market economy. It boasted one of the OECD's fastest growing economies during the 1990s, a performance due in large part to economic reforms adopted in the 1980s. Long-term concerns include climate-change issues such as the depletion of the ozone layer and more frequent droughts, and management and conservation of coastal areas, especially the Great Barrier Reef.

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Australia to spend $1.1bn on underwater ‘Ghost Shark’ attack drones - Al JazeeraAustralia to spend $1.1bn on underwater ‘Ghost Shark’ attack drones  Al Jazeera

Australia holds permanent migration steady at 1,85,000 for 2025–26 - Times of IndiaAustralia holds permanent migration steady at 1,85,000 for 2025–26  Times of India

China’s digital transformation of services trade offers great opportunities for Australia, says head of CPA Australia - Global TimesChina’s digital transformation of services trade offers great opportunities for Australia, says head of CPA Australia  Global Times

Aaron Hardie ruled out of Australia A tour with shoulder injury - ESPNcricinfoAaron Hardie ruled out of Australia A tour with shoulder injury  ESPNcricinfo

Steve Waugh-backed Australia Essence enters India’s premium consumer market - The HinduSteve Waugh-backed Australia Essence enters India’s premium consumer market  The Hindu

National Australia Bank cuts 410 jobs, to hire in India and Vietnam - ReutersNational Australia Bank cuts 410 jobs, to hire in India and Vietnam  Reuters

India advances free trade talks with Australia, eyes $300 billion foreign investment - CNBC TV18India advances free trade talks with Australia, eyes $300 billion foreign investment  CNBC TV18

Australian government stands firmly with migrants, says country's high commissioner to India - theweek.inAustralian government stands firmly with migrants, says country's high commissioner to India  theweek.in

Against Australia, India look forward to Renuka Singh’s return | Cricket - Hindustan TimesAgainst Australia, India look forward to Renuka Singh’s return | Cricket  Hindustan Times

World Athletics Championships 2025: what you need to know about how to watch live from Australia - The GuardianWorld Athletics Championships 2025: what you need to know about how to watch live from Australia  The Guardian

Australia stands with Indian migrants, will effectively deal with occasional incidents: Envoy - The Economic TimesAustralia stands with Indian migrants, will effectively deal with occasional incidents: Envoy  The Economic Times

"India is a booming marketplace. I’ve always enjoyed business… with Australia Essence, I saw a sweet spot — combining Australia & India, two places I know well," former Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh & co-founder at Australia Essence tells Zenia Ba - LinkedIn"India is a booming marketplace. I’ve always enjoyed business… with Australia Essence, I saw a sweet spot — combining Australia & India, two places I know well," former Australian cricket captain Steve Waugh & co-founder at Australia Essence tells Zenia Ba  LinkedIn

As an Australian Indian, I’m furious at the racism playing out on a national stage. It is exhausting - The GuardianAs an Australian Indian, I’m furious at the racism playing out on a national stage. It is exhausting  The Guardian

Australia’s Jane Claxton named IOC Believe in Sport Ambassador - International Hockey FederationAustralia’s Jane Claxton named IOC Believe in Sport Ambassador  International Hockey Federation

Australian Envoy Acknowledges Racial Incidents, Assures Safety Of Indian Migrants - News18Australian Envoy Acknowledges Racial Incidents, Assures Safety Of Indian Migrants  News18

Steve Waugh Advocates for Australia's Support in Advancing India's Olympic Sports Capabilities - myKhelSteve Waugh Advocates for Australia's Support in Advancing India's Olympic Sports Capabilities  myKhel

How Australia’s colourful 'dancing peacock spiders' evolve into new species, mystery DNA may hold the... - MoneycontrolHow Australia’s colourful 'dancing peacock spiders' evolve into new species, mystery DNA may hold the...  Moneycontrol

Kimberlee Wells named CEO of TBWA Australia - Exchange4mediaKimberlee Wells named CEO of TBWA Australia  Exchange4media

Australia can definitely help India to become better at Olympic sports: Steve Waugh - SportstarAustralia can definitely help India to become better at Olympic sports: Steve Waugh  Sportstar

Australia dollar hits 10-month high, kiwi restrained by dovish RBNZ - The Economic TimesAustralia dollar hits 10-month high, kiwi restrained by dovish RBNZ  The Economic Times

Australia news - Brendan Doggett 'definitely ready' if Ashes reinforcements needed - ESPNcricinfoAustralia news - Brendan Doggett 'definitely ready' if Ashes reinforcements needed  ESPNcricinfo

All-rounder Aaron Hardie ruled out of Australia A's tour of India - MoneycontrolAll-rounder Aaron Hardie ruled out of Australia A's tour of India  Moneycontrol

UEFA delays decision on allowing Barcelona to play in Miami and AC Milan in Australia - SportstarUEFA delays decision on allowing Barcelona to play in Miami and AC Milan in Australia  Sportstar

Australia Davis Cup captain Hewitt to appeal ban, hits out at timing - SportstarAustralia Davis Cup captain Hewitt to appeal ban, hits out at timing  Sportstar

First Pat Cummins, Then Lance Morris, Now This Player: Australia Hit By Injury Crisis Ahead Of India Series - Zee NewsFirst Pat Cummins, Then Lance Morris, Now This Player: Australia Hit By Injury Crisis Ahead Of India Series  Zee News

Rohit Sharma Shares Video Of Batting In Nets Ahead Of Team Selection For Australia ODIs - News18Rohit Sharma Shares Video Of Batting In Nets Ahead Of Team Selection For Australia ODIs  News18

Australia news - Greg Shipperd - Current era probably toughest environment for young players - ESPNcricinfoAustralia news - Greg Shipperd - Current era probably toughest environment for young players  ESPNcricinfo

Navya Nair requests Australia to waive off Rs 1.14 lakh fine for carrying jasmine flowers, explains her ‘shocked’ state: ‘Flowers were on my hair… nothing hidden’ - The Indian ExpressNavya Nair requests Australia to waive off Rs 1.14 lakh fine for carrying jasmine flowers, explains her ‘shocked’ state: ‘Flowers were on my hair… nothing hidden’  The Indian Express

'I am here again': Rohit Sharma sends loud and clear message to Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir as ODI return inches closer | Cricket - Hindustan Times'I am here again': Rohit Sharma sends loud and clear message to Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir as ODI return inches closer | Cricket  Hindustan Times

Australia Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt to fight ban for pushing anti-doping official - MoneycontrolAustralia Davis Cup captain Lleyton Hewitt to fight ban for pushing anti-doping official  Moneycontrol

Banks, healthcare stocks drag Australian shares lower; gold stocks notch record closing high - MintBanks, healthcare stocks drag Australian shares lower; gold stocks notch record closing high  Mint

WATCH – Rohit Sharma gears up for possible final ODI series in Australia - news24online.comWATCH – Rohit Sharma gears up for possible final ODI series in Australia  news24online.com

Australia dealt major blow ahead of India series: Aaron Hardie ruled out - Patrika NewsAustralia dealt major blow ahead of India series: Aaron Hardie ruled out  Patrika News

Rohit Sharma returns to nets ahead of Australia ODIs: Details - NewsBytesRohit Sharma returns to nets ahead of Australia ODIs: Details  NewsBytes

World's first vaccine for koalas approved to combat chlamydia - India TodayWorld's first vaccine for koalas approved to combat chlamydia  India Today

Australia and EU launch exploratory talks for Horizon Europe association - Science|BusinessAustralia and EU launch exploratory talks for Horizon Europe association  Science|Business

Western Australia offers USD 40m for clean energy projects - Renewables NowWestern Australia offers USD 40m for clean energy projects  Renewables Now

Usain Bolt delivers message to Australian sprint talent Gout Gout – video - The GuardianUsain Bolt delivers message to Australian sprint talent Gout Gout – video  The Guardian

Punjab Kings all-rounder ruled out of India A vs Australia A series - InsideSportPunjab Kings all-rounder ruled out of India A vs Australia A series  InsideSport

Perry backs 'huge depth' to see Australia through in ODI World Cup defence - ESPNcricinfoPerry backs 'huge depth' to see Australia through in ODI World Cup defence  ESPNcricinfo

Rating Australia's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 squad: Best team in tournament to win 8th title? - InsideSportRating Australia's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 squad: Best team in tournament to win 8th title?  InsideSport

Tribunal rejects Lleyton Hewitt’s claim that he shoved 60-year-old anti-doping official against wall in ‘self defence’ - The Indian ExpressTribunal rejects Lleyton Hewitt’s claim that he shoved 60-year-old anti-doping official against wall in ‘self defence’  The Indian Express

Rohit Sharma returns to nets, gears up for possible last ODI series against Australia - Odisha TVRohit Sharma returns to nets, gears up for possible last ODI series against Australia  Odisha TV

Australia's Stance on Multiculturalism and Strengthening Indo-Australian Trade Ties - DevdiscourseAustralia's Stance on Multiculturalism and Strengthening Indo-Australian Trade Ties  Devdiscourse

Perry reflects on Australia's depth ahead of CWC25 - ICCPerry reflects on Australia's depth ahead of CWC25  ICC

Australia can definitely help India to become better at Olympic sports: Steve Waugh - orissapost.comAustralia can definitely help India to become better at Olympic sports: Steve Waugh  orissapost.com

Knot.dating Expands to US, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Australia - Redefining Matrimony for Global Indians - Tribune IndiaKnot.dating Expands to US, UK, UAE, Singapore, and Australia - Redefining Matrimony for Global Indians  Tribune India

Barminco secures $198m contract for Dalgaranga Gold Project in Australia - Mining TechnologyBarminco secures $198m contract for Dalgaranga Gold Project in Australia  Mining Technology

Floodlight delays force Australia-India ODI to be moved out of Melbourne - ESPNcricinfoFloodlight delays force Australia-India ODI to be moved out of Melbourne  ESPNcricinfo

Layla’s final year of school was disrupted by floods and fires. The toll of climate disasters on children is only getting worse - The GuardianLayla’s final year of school was disrupted by floods and fires. The toll of climate disasters on children is only getting worse  The Guardian

Australia investigating U.S. Influencer for crocodile videos - upi.comAustralia investigating U.S. Influencer for crocodile videos  upi.com

Women's Rugby World Cup: Canada's Tyson Beukeboom drops to bench for Australia quarter-final - BBCWomen's Rugby World Cup: Canada's Tyson Beukeboom drops to bench for Australia quarter-final  BBC

Australia’s Waveconn bulks up tower portfolio with Optus deal - TelcoTitans.comAustralia’s Waveconn bulks up tower portfolio with Optus deal  TelcoTitans.com

US, Australia, UK, Russia, Greece, Japan, Italy, France, Spain, New Zealand, South Korea, and Indonesia Experience Significant Growth in Chinese Outbound Travel During National Day Holiday - Travel And Tour WorldUS, Australia, UK, Russia, Greece, Japan, Italy, France, Spain, New Zealand, South Korea, and Indonesia Experience Significant Growth in Chinese Outbound Travel During National Day Holiday  Travel And Tour World

Slump in eastern Australia gas demand shows no signs of easing - Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)Slump in eastern Australia gas demand shows no signs of easing  Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA)

Laura Robson in talks with TNT Sports about surprise role fronting Ashes in Australia - The GuardianLaura Robson in talks with TNT Sports about surprise role fronting Ashes in Australia  The Guardian

U.S. influencer under investigation in Australia over controversial crocodile videos - NBC NewsU.S. influencer under investigation in Australia over controversial crocodile videos  NBC News

Western Australia launches significant reform to development framework - Pinsent MasonsWestern Australia launches significant reform to development framework  Pinsent Masons

Official: UEFA postpones decision on Milan-Como to Australia - Gazeta ExpressOfficial: UEFA postpones decision on Milan-Como to Australia  Gazeta Express

‘It’s difficult to catch a koala’: how will Australia’s newly approved koala chlamydia vaccine work? - The Guardian‘It’s difficult to catch a koala’: how will Australia’s newly approved koala chlamydia vaccine work?  The Guardian

Apple Disputes Australian Court Finding of iOS App Store Monopoly in Epic Games Battle - MacRumorsApple Disputes Australian Court Finding of iOS App Store Monopoly in Epic Games Battle  MacRumors

Australian police arrest alleged mastermind of string of antisemitic attacks - The Times of IsraelAustralian police arrest alleged mastermind of string of antisemitic attacks  The Times of Israel

Australian representation at CIFTIS reflects deepening cooperation with China: experts - Newspatrolling.comAustralian representation at CIFTIS reflects deepening cooperation with China: experts  Newspatrolling.com

Koala chlamydia: Australia approves vaccine to curb killer epidemic - BBCKoala chlamydia: Australia approves vaccine to curb killer epidemic  BBC

Visiting Indian actor fined for not declaring flowers from her dad - Australian Broadcasting CorporationVisiting Indian actor fined for not declaring flowers from her dad  Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Ghost Shark monster drone submarines to give Australia stealth strike power in 2026 - Interesting EngineeringGhost Shark monster drone submarines to give Australia stealth strike power in 2026  Interesting Engineering

Watch: Rohit Sharma returns to nets, sends strong message to Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir ahead of Australia series - DNA IndiaWatch: Rohit Sharma returns to nets, sends strong message to Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir ahead of Australia series  DNA India

Canada Relish Pressure Ahead Of Rugby World Cup Quarter-final Against Australia - Barron'sCanada Relish Pressure Ahead Of Rugby World Cup Quarter-final Against Australia  Barron's

Tim Wilson has a long-held bet against Australia’s sharemarket – it has now lost him ‘quite a bit’ of money - The GuardianTim Wilson has a long-held bet against Australia’s sharemarket – it has now lost him ‘quite a bit’ of money  The Guardian

Hardie ruled out of 'A' tour with shoulder injury - cricket.com.auHardie ruled out of 'A' tour with shoulder injury  cricket.com.au

Australia to deploy fleet of underwater attack drones dubbed "Ghost Sharks" - CBS NewsAustralia to deploy fleet of underwater attack drones dubbed "Ghost Sharks"  CBS News

Iran’s Proxy War on Jews Is an All-Out Attack on Western Civilization. Australia Gets It - The Heritage FoundationIran’s Proxy War on Jews Is an All-Out Attack on Western Civilization. Australia Gets It  The Heritage Foundation

2025 Rugby Championship – Australia vs Argentina Game 2 – ARN Guide - Americas Rugby News2025 Rugby Championship – Australia vs Argentina Game 2 – ARN Guide  Americas Rugby News

Tesla's warning shot to EV market in Aussie world first: 'No one else does this' - au.finance.yahoo.comTesla's warning shot to EV market in Aussie world first: 'No one else does this'  au.finance.yahoo.com

Australia approves first vaccine to save koalas from chlamydia - ReutersAustralia approves first vaccine to save koalas from chlamydia  Reuters

Australia is spending $1.7bn on a fleet of Ghost Shark submarines. What are they? - The GuardianAustralia is spending $1.7bn on a fleet of Ghost Shark submarines. What are they?  The Guardian

Music Australia - Creative AustraliaMusic Australia  Creative Australia

Australia approves first chlamydia vaccine for koalas ravaged by the disease - NBC NewsAustralia approves first chlamydia vaccine for koalas ravaged by the disease  NBC News

Goodbye to roofs covered in panels—this is how Australia's revolutionary “solar garden” works, promising almost free energy using technology copied from nature - BlanquivioletasGoodbye to roofs covered in panels—this is how Australia's revolutionary “solar garden” works, promising almost free energy using technology copied from nature  Blanquivioletas

Nuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, September 2025 - GOV.UKNuclear safeguards: AUKUS statement to the IAEA Board of Governors, September 2025  GOV.UK

Australia has some new marsupial species – but they’re already extinct - Murdoch UniversityAustralia has some new marsupial species – but they’re already extinct  Murdoch University

Vocus Group enters Australia’s enterprise mobile market - Yahoo FinanceVocus Group enters Australia’s enterprise mobile market  Yahoo Finance

Rare tornadoes strike Australia – watch the footage - Kids NewsRare tornadoes strike Australia – watch the footage  Kids News

Statement on Australia and EU starting non-binding exploratory talks on possible association to Horizon Europe - Department of Industry Science and ResourcesStatement on Australia and EU starting non-binding exploratory talks on possible association to Horizon Europe  Department of Industry Science and Resources

Australia Day | History, Meaning, Date, Celebrations, & Facts - BritannicaAustralia Day | History, Meaning, Date, Celebrations, & Facts  Britannica

Australian Boardriders Battle 13th Season Now Officially Underway - Surfing AustraliaAustralian Boardriders Battle 13th Season Now Officially Underway  Surfing Australia

Trump Tariffs on Australia and New Zealand Risk U.S. Pacific Strategy - Council on Foreign RelationsTrump Tariffs on Australia and New Zealand Risk U.S. Pacific Strategy  Council on Foreign Relations

Vi?t Nam, Australia building bridges to a modern civil service future - vietnamnews.vnVi?t Nam, Australia building bridges to a modern civil service future  vietnamnews.vn

Australians push back on proposal to tax ‘unused bedrooms’ to solve housing crisis — could it work in the US? - Yahoo FinanceAustralians push back on proposal to tax ‘unused bedrooms’ to solve housing crisis — could it work in the US?  Yahoo Finance

Edmed in among 4 changes for Australia for 2nd Rugby Championship test against Argentina - AP NewsEdmed in among 4 changes for Australia for 2nd Rugby Championship test against Argentina  AP News

Taiwan’s lychees gain Australian approval - Taipei TimesTaiwan’s lychees gain Australian approval  Taipei Times

Europe leads on transparent borders as Australia lags behind - UniSA - University of South AustraliaEurope leads on transparent borders as Australia lags behind  UniSA - University of South Australia

Some of Australia’s most influential thinktanks refuse to reveal their biggest donors. But should they? - The GuardianSome of Australia’s most influential thinktanks refuse to reveal their biggest donors. But should they?  The Guardian

Self-driving Teslas have arrived in Australia - Information Age | ACSSelf-driving Teslas have arrived in Australia  Information Age | ACS

'Real Tarzan' faces deportation calls from Australia after backlash over 'unfathomably stupid' crocodile videos - LADbible'Real Tarzan' faces deportation calls from Australia after backlash over 'unfathomably stupid' crocodile videos  LADbible

Half a world away: Why Serie A football in Australia reveals faultline in ultras culture - Football ItaliaHalf a world away: Why Serie A football in Australia reveals faultline in ultras culture  Football Italia

USA seeks to end Australia’s perfect Newport streak in International Polo - What's Up NewpUSA seeks to end Australia’s perfect Newport streak in International Polo  What's Up Newp

When Australia Defied US Nuclear Plans - Consortium NewsWhen Australia Defied US Nuclear Plans  Consortium News

‘Minecraft‘ Expands Grocery Presence with Nibblish Fruit Snacks in Australia and New Zealand - License Global‘Minecraft‘ Expands Grocery Presence with Nibblish Fruit Snacks in Australia and New Zealand  License Global

'Wrongful act': Vanuatu warns Australia may break international law if gas project goes ahead - SBS Australia'Wrongful act': Vanuatu warns Australia may break international law if gas project goes ahead  SBS Australia