Austalia

People cross a street in the city centre following further easing of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) restrictions in Sydney, Australia, December 10, 2020. REUTERS
World+Biz

Australia plans to halve migrant intake, tighten student visa rules

Under the new policies, international students would need to secure higher ratings on English tests and there would be more scrutiny on a student's second visa application

Masked police officers patrol the quiet city centre during a lockdown to curb a coronavirus disease (Covid-19) outbreak in Sydney, Australia, August 20, 2021. Photo: Reuters
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Family pays tribute to Australian woman, 95, who died after police taser

FILE PHOTO: Printed Chinese and Australian flags are seen in this illustration, July 21, 2022. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
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Chinese envoy says Australia ties must be mended before solving trade issues

Photo: Reuters
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Australia PM Morrison says he will attend UN climate summit

Rescuers have been trying to keep the stranded whales wet and cool. Photo: BILAL RASHID/REUTERS
Environment

Australia begins disposal of about 350 dead whales as rescue efforts end