Treasurer Jim Chalmers has called on the Opposition to treat the upcoming Productivity Roundtable with seriousness rather than viewing it as “an extension of question time.” His comments ahead of the July 2025 forum reflect rising tensions over economic reform as Australia grapples with stagnant productivity growth. Speaking to the[Read More…]

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is visiting China from 12 July 2025, meeting President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang during a six-day diplomatic mission that includes stops in Beijing, Shanghai and Chengdu. The visit aims to strengthen economic ties while addressing sensitive issues such as China’s growing military activity[Read More…]

A crude slogan, “Ditch the bitch,” aimed at Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, appeared on a fire truck at a July 2025 rally in Werribee, attended by Liberal Opposition Leader Brad Battin and United Firefighters Union (UFU) boss Peter Marshall. The protest against the state’s new Emergency Services Levy (ESL) has[Read More…]

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrived in Beijing on 12 July 2025 for a pivotal six-day visit aimed at strengthening economic ties with China. He is scheduled to meet President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, with talks focused on trade, regional stability, climate cooperation, and tourism. The visit comes[Read More…]