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A Pentecostal Christian Prime Minister – a First for Australia
Australia’s 30th Prime Minister was recently elected and sworn in as leader of the Liberal Party. Formerly the country’s treasurer, Scott Morrison won 45 of his colleagues’ votes, becoming the country’s 7th Prime Minister in just over a decade. Was it unexpected? Not...
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What is Australia Doing in the Eurovision Song Contest?
Australia's Ticket to the Eurovision If you watched the Eurovision song contest this year you may well have wondered what Australia is doing in this European music competition. For those of you who are less familiar with the format, the Eurovision Song Contest, not to...
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Australia and US Leaders Friends Again
After the rockiest of starts, it appears that President Trump and Malcolm Turnbull are back on friendly terms. Their relationship got off to a famously frosty start when Trump and Turnbull had a heated phone call over the topic of a refugee swap deal which President...
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Australian Rugby on Death Row
I’ve written at length about Australia’s rich sporting tapestry in the past. As a nation of sports enthusiasts, Australians will watch just about anything if it’s competitive. From motor racing to Australian Rules, cricket, swimming or lawn bowls, fans will turn up...
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Australia’s Solar Power Usage Reaching New Heights
When most people think of solar power, their minds conjure up images of large-scale solar farms with black panels reaching into the distance. This high producing renewable energy source might seem like the future of solar power, however the figures show that...
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Will Tesla Solve South Australia’s Energy Crisis?
Australia is in the grip of an energy crisis. South Australia is Australia’s fourth largest state and it has recently been subjected to a series of outages and blackouts that have raised increased fears that the rest of the country could suffer the same fate. The news...
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Melbourne or Sydney?
It is one of the oldest debates in Australia. Which of the country’s two biggest cities is best? Australia isn’t alone with this kind of fun banter among the population, Toronto vs. Vancouver and New York vs. San Francisco are a couple of international examples, but...
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President Trump and Prime Minister Turnbull – the Phone Call
Australia US relations have always been perceived as strong and binding, but never the topic of speculation. That all changed recently in the space of one phone call. Now Australian politicians and the PM himself are sitting a little uneasily regarding the new dynamic...
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Australians are Borrowing too Much to Live the Good Life
The State of Australian Economy According to John Adams Some senior financial analysts are concerned about the precarious nature of Australia’s economy due to record levels of household debt, a housing bubble and high foreign debt that can derail the economy. They...
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Australia’s Top Universities Make World 100
Australian Universities are THE Universities to Attend Australian universities have always been considered to be strong and well respected around the world. This has recently been confirmed in an international survey where Australia featured strongly in the Times...
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The Effect of the Lockout Laws on Sydney’s Night-time Economy & Culture
Outgoing Sydney Premiere Mike Baird will be remembered for many things; however, his most defining contribution will certainly be his liquor lockout laws. In a bid to curb abusive drinking behavior and drinking related violence in Sydney, Baird introduced a...
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Top 6 Annual Sporting Events in Australia – It’s Not All About Rugby
It has already been well established that Australia is a sports mad nation in previous posts, but the nature of the biggest events on the 2017 national sports calendar may come as a surprise. Here is a list of the top 6 annual sporting events in Australia: AFL Grand...
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Welcome to Adelaide, the Charming Capital of South Australia
When travelers think about visiting Australia the most common destinations are Sydney, for its splendor and iconic landmarks, Queensland for the lovely beaches and slower pace of life, Melbourne for its vibrant urban culture and Perth for its untouched beauty....
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The Great Barrier Reef is Fighting for Its Life
Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is one of the most iconic natural treasures on our planet. It is the world’s largest coral reef and the biggest single structure constructed by living organisms, it's so big that it can be seen from space. More than 2 million tourists...
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Fluctuation in Leadership takes Its Toll
The Australian political sphere has been anything but a picture of stability in recent years. The string of prime ministers has followed more of a Game of Thrones like attrition rate than would be expected from the economic leader of the South Pacific. In 2015, the...
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The Best Australian Coastal Walks – Our Top 3
Australia is famed for its outdoors and great natural beauty. Some of the best tourist attractions in Australia are the nation’s walks. There is something for everyone, no matter how fit or adventurous, inland and coastal walks, challenging treks and easy strolls....
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China – An Emerging Cornerstone of Australian Economy
China and Australia have a unique and open partnership. Australia is an export economy with resources and agriculture occupying a big slice of the country’s oversees sales. It is a well known fact that China is Australia's biggest trading partner, but the size, scale...
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Are Australians Really So Laid-back?
When travelling abroad, Australians are often asked about the pace of life in Australia and the famous Australian work-life balance. But has the Australian lifestyle rightfully earned this 'no-worries' reputation? Is this relaxed image justified? And what is it...
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A Shifting Trend in Traditional Aussie Sports
Australia has a rich sporting history that forms a significant part of the country’s identity. In recent years the sports landscape has become increasingly diverse, creating an environment characterized by much more competition for talent. So what, if any, has the...
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The Rise and Rise of Sydney Real Estate Prices
Sydney is arguably Australia’s most iconic city. The picturesque harbour city is blessed with natural beauty, it is an international business hub and a hotspot for both locals and immigrants. Sydney continues to lead the country in real estate price growth, a...
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Australia is a hugely diverse country. ‘My Australia Blog’ is my opportunity to discuss the Australia I know so well and give readers, who may have never even visited the beautiful continent, an insider’s perspective and a taste for more.
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