UN Recognizes New Ecosystem Restoration Flagships in Australia, Canada, South Africa
Three new World Restoration Flagships were recognized Thursday by United Nations agencies for advancing agrifood systems transformation, biodiversity protection and climate action through indigenous knowledge. The projects, based in Australia,…
Australian, U.S. Scientists Join Forces to Decode Genetics of Immune Disorders
Australian and U.S. researchers are teaming up to study how genetics governs immune cell “fate timers,” aiming to explain why some people inherit complex immune diseases from otherwise healthy parents.…
Man Killed in Targeted Shooting Near Brisbane
A man died after a targeted shooting in Queensland early Friday, police said. Emergency services were called to a property in Slacks Creek, about 20 kilometers southeast of Brisbane, at…
Police Launch Operation After Shots Fired at Sydney Shopping Center
A major police operation was launched Friday after multiple gunshots were fired outside a shopping center in southwest Sydney, authorities said. New South Wales Police said emergency services were called…
China Accuses Australia of Airspace Violation Over South China Sea
China’s Defense Ministry on Wednesday accused Australia of attempting to cover up an alleged intrusion into Chinese airspace following a military encounter near the disputed Paracel Islands in the South…
Armed Man Opens Fire on Busy Sydney Street – 20 Injured, One Critical
A man in his 60s has been arrested after allegedly firing up to 100 rounds on a crowded street in Sydney, injuring 20 people, one of them critically. Police ruled…
Australia’s wine industry contributes US33.54 billion to the economy
Australia’s wine industry contributes 51.3 billion Australian dollars (33.54 billion U.S. dollars) to the economy and supports over 203,000 jobs, an industry report reveals. The Economic Contribution of the Australian…
Australia commits to 2035 emissions reduction target
The Australian government is committed to cutting the country’s greenhouse gas emissions by 62 to 70 percent from 2005 levels by 2035 under its new climate target. Prime Minister Anthony…