Tag: China

Queensland Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney says Clive Palmer is an embarrassment to Australia who is damaging relations with China.

The search for the missing Malaysia Airlines plane is entering a new phase, Tony Abbott says, with the focus on the sea floor.

Debris washed up on a beach in WA's south is being examined by the ATSB, which has played down links to MH370.

Searchers for MH370 could be on the brink of their biggest breakthrough yet, thanks to a ground-breaking approach to calculating the plane's likely route.

We know the Chinese economy, due to its demand for our resources, is important to the Australian economy but does it have more influence over the Aussie dollar than our own economic data?

Perth is readying itself to receive the grieving families of the passengers of missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370

Until debris is found and confirmed to be from the missing Malaysia Airlines flight, "the rest is speculation", Defence Minister David Johnston says.

Prime Minister Tony Abbott doesn't want to discourage Australians from overseas travel following the disappearance of a Malaysia Airlines plane.

Two couples travelling together to China on a jet that fell off the radar on Saturday are being described as good friends and great parents.

Bangkok is an ideal holiday destination for complete relaxation. Many markets in the city are among the attractions that should not be missed.

Killing sharks in WA waters to protect beachgoers will dent tourism says billionaire entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson.

Sydney Airport finished 2013 strongly with December recording a record high number of passengers passing through to help it achieve its busiest ever year.

Sydney, Australia attracts some of the best musical talent the world over. Make the best of your evenings and experience that talent live at one of these venues.

Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd denies his plans to tour and debate global affairs mean he's angling for a tilt at the United Nations' top job.

DAVID JOHNSON, founding director of FX company, Halo Financial, explains what the Sterling-Australian Dollar exchange rate means for you.

Touring the sites is an important part of travelling, but sometimes the experience of staying at a luxury hotel can be just as memorable, as SHARON SPENCE LIEB discovered when she checked in to Charleston Place Hotel in South Carolina.

Affording to travel on your working holiday is a tough gig. You need a job that pays well and understands you are here to travel, not just work. Under31 gives you the freedom to choose a flexible working holiday job so you can afford to travel on your working holiday,

Adelaide, has been named as ‘a top 10 city to visit in 2014’ by Lonely Planet.

In terms of ease of doing business in the world, one year Australia’s ahead, the next it’s the UK. But one thing is pretty clear, if you’re a business man or woman probably don’t go to Chad.

Unlike everyone who left their hearts in San Francisco Sharon Spence Lieb found hers, when she travelled to America’s west coast with her boyfriend.

From postage stamps in China to the Vatican museum, Charles Billich's artwork can be seen all over the world. Now the renowned Australian artist is set to present his first UK exhibition.

OUR LONDON | Each week an Aussie Times writer will bring you a top five list from their favourite neighbourhood. This week GEORGIA DAWES explores the weird and wonderful world of Soho, and comes up with a delectable list of her top five favourites.

Australian Foreign minister Julie Bishop says the deaths of Ross Langdon and others in Kenya are a reminder that “we must do all we can to fight terrorism”.

There are many reasons why you should travel, including to develop skills, see the world and form long-lasting relationships with people from different cultures and backgrounds. We explore the top seven reasons to travel the world.

Dozens of special-edition London cabs have arrived in Fremantle, Perth to be trialled for use on Australian roads.

Chief Currency & Payments Strategist at currency exchange specialists OzForex, Jim Vrondas, looks at recent movements of the Australian dollar, and asks whether the trend towards growth will continue.

Tony Abbott has spelt out some of his views about China and the US, and the upcoming federal election in an American journal interview.

A potential third tilt at the Labor leadership for axed Prime Minister Kevin Rudd appears to have lost momentum, with suggestions that Mr Rudd’s plan to persuade senior government ministers to support his challenge has failed.

Foreign Minister Bob Carr won’t say whether Chinese hackers were behind a cyber attack targeting domestic spy agency ASIO.

While most don't consider China a family-friendly destination, the country offers impressive theme parks, hilarious winter sports and wondrous waterslides — some of them actually in the world-famous Cube.

IT’S a big part of your everyday life, starting with the early morning greet and ending with the evening farewell. Sometimes if you’re lucky there may even be a midday encounter.

MUSIC FROM THE MOTHERLAND | The Queen might be celebrating her Diamond Jubilee this year but one of Australia’s treasures is celebrating its silver jubilee this week. Plus we get the lowdown on Rachel from The Voice and check in on the Ent Cent.

BRON IN THE DON | There is one thing that you’re certain to find in almost any capital city across the world - a Chinatown. London is no different and our resident explorer headed down to the ‘English version’ of Chinatown to tick #25 off her London’s Top 100 list.

Triple J Hottest 100 | The full and complete list of this year's results from the world's largest radio listeners' favourite song poll, and modern Australia Day tradition.

THE HARD NOSED TRUTH: Look to the west if you want to invest