The divided states of Australia

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4 years ago

September 6, 2021

Australia remains a divided nation following a major announcement from Western Australia – and it comes as @Qantas threatens to move a major route as a result of the state's hard border policies. | @anthonylucas30 pic.twitter.com/cRajvjHjzF
— ticker NEWS (@tickerNEWSco) September 6, 2021

Western Australia is set to keep its hard border up to easter states until early 2022, with the Premier of WA, Mark McGowan hoping to see vaccination rates hit 90% before reopening.

Premier Mark McGowan wants to see vaccination rates of between 80 and 90 per cent before setting a date to allow NSW, Victoria and the ACT back into the state.

“We have opened at various points of time along this road and I expect we will open again once we get to very high levels of vaccination”
The state leader told a local media firm.

The Premier of the western state stated that he doubted eastern states would open to the west if the COVID scenario was roles reversed.

“Imagine if it was the other way around and Western Australia was the infected case with thousands of cases and NSW had none, or Victoria has none – would they really want to open to us? No.

People wait in line outside a coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccination centre at Sydney Olympic Park in Sydney, Australia, July 14, 2021. REUTERS/Jane Wardell

In Western Australia, 34.2 per cent of people aged 16 and older are double dosed.

The rate in Queensland is 34.5 per cent, while the leading jurisdiction is the ACT on 45.9 per cent.

The Western Australian premier has vowed that he will continue to “do all that he can” to keep his state safe and free of COVID-19.

Over on Australia’s east coast, NSW, Victoria and the ACT remain in lockdown as the Delta variant continues to spread across eastern states.

AUKUS praised as a win-win for international security

AUKUS envoy affirms Australia’s key role in security cooperation, highlighting nuclear submarine capabilities amid US defense partnership.

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19 hours ago

July 10, 2025

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AUKUS envoy affirms Australia’s key role in security cooperation, highlighting nuclear submarine capabilities amid US defense partnership.

The UK’s top AUKUS envoy is in Australia, calling the trilateral pact a win-win for international security and defence cooperation.

The visit shines a light on Australia’s strategic role in the alliance, particularly its commitment to building nuclear submarine capabilities.

This moment marks a key test of the Australia–US defence partnership, as both nations prepare for long-term strategic coordination.

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Trump pivots West Africa talks to trade

Trump hosts West African leaders at the White House to discuss security, migration, and trade, seeking acceptance of deported migrants.

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20 hours ago

July 10, 2025

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Trump hosts West African leaders at the White House to discuss security, migration, and trade, seeking acceptance of deported migrants.

President Donald Trump has hosted leaders from five West African nations at the White House, with discussions centred on security, migration, and trade.

The US is asking these nations to accept deported migrants, particularly where their home countries have refused re-entry.

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Air India crash investigation focuses on fuel switches

Preliminary Air India crash report to focus on fuel switches after deadly June incident; 241 fatalities reported.

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1 day ago

July 9, 2025

Ahron Young

Preliminary Air India crash report to focus on fuel switches after deadly June incident; 241 fatalities reported.

In Short:
A report on the June Air India jetliner crash, which killed 241 on board and 29 on the ground, is imminent, focusing on fuel control switches and multiple contributing factors. The investigation is led by India’s authority, facing scrutiny over information access, while the government plans to enhance civil aviation safety and improve Air India’s reputation.

A preliminary report on the Air India jetliner crash in June is expected soon. The crash resulted in 241 deaths out of the 242 on board, in addition to at least 29 fatalities on the ground.

Investigators are focusing on the plane’s fuel control switches following an analysis of flight data recorders. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner lost altitude shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad, India. Family members continue to mourn victims, highlighting the tragedy’s impact.

Investigations have found no immediate concerns regarding mechanical failure, and airlines have not been advised to change 787 operations. The focus on fuel switches relates to their role in engine power.

Specific actions

However, details about specific actions being investigated remain unclear.

Experts indicate fuel switches cannot be moved accidently, and any shutdown would instantly affect engine power. Reports suggest that multiple factors likely contributed to the crash. The Indian investigation authority, under international rules, leads the probe but has faced scrutiny over information accessibility, taking weeks to retrieve flight data.

The Indian government has only held one press conference regarding the incident. Recently, U.N.’s International Civil Aviation Organization was granted observer status in the investigation. The event poses challenges for the Tata Group in revamping Air India’s reputation.