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Tony Abbott
Popularity of Australian PM Slumps Following Tough Budget
By Jarni Blakkarly
Tony Abbott takes a gamble with harsh measures as he tries to lower the budget deficit.
A Tale Of Two Budgets
By Anthony Fensom
New Zealand celebrates a ‘beautiful set of numbers.’ Australia does not.
Australia’s Big F-35 Commitment
By Mike Yeo
Despite criticism of the fighter aircraft, Canberra goes all in with a record defense acquisition.
Australia to Purchase 58 More F-35 Fighters
By Zachary Keck
On Wednesday Australia announced it will buy 58 additional F-35s joint strike fighters for $12.4 billion.
China, Australia Seek to Close Free Trade Deal
By Shannon Tiezzi
Both Tony Abbott and Li Keqiang are pushing for a quick conclusion after nine years of FTA negotiations.
Australia and Japan Conclude Free Trade Deal
By Anthony Fensom
After seven years of negotiation, the two countries have concluded a ‘historic’ Economic Partnership Agreement.
Possible Breakthrough in MH370 Black Box Search
By James Pach
Searchers detect acoustic ‘pings’ that may be from the flight recorder, although authorities remain cautious.
Australia’s Troubling Asylum Seeker Policy
By Hugh Tuckfield
Years of politicizing the issue have created a serious stain on Australia’s human rights record.
July Date For Australia-Japan Free Trade Deal?
Reports suggest that the two countries are nearing an agreement.
Asian Firms Shine at Sustainability Awards
By Anthony Fensom
The region’s companies have an impressive presence in the latest green rankings.
People Smugglers Feel the Pinch
By Luke Hunt
People smugglers find business tougher as the Australian government’s crackdown begins to have an impact.
Qantas in Trouble
By James Parker
Australia’s international airline is downgraded to junk status, as the government rejects calls for subsidies.