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WA beef exports face $40m hit from China tax

Western Australia's beef industry faces a major blow as China imposes a 55% tax on exports. Discover the impact on WA's $129m trade and the scramble for new markets.

China's 46.7% Beef Tax Rocks WA Exporters

Western Australia's beef industry reels as China slaps a staggering 46.7% tariff on imports, escalating trade tensions. Experts assess the damage and future strategies. Read the full analysis.

Beef trade with China faces rocky start to 2026

Australian beef exporters face a challenging 2026 as China slashes import quotas, threatening a $1.6 billion trade. Industry calls for urgent government action to secure market access.

Muswellbrook mayor hits back over Denman Park delays

Muswellbrook mayor Jeff Drayton defends council's approval process for the $50 million Denman Park Estate, as developer warns project is at 'brink of commercial unviability'. Read the full story.

Ley slammed for 'unhinged' attack on Penny Wong

Deputy Liberal leader Sussan Ley faces backlash for accusing Foreign Minister Penny Wong of being 'compromised' by China. Political figures decry the remarks as dangerous. Read the full story.

Critica's Jupiter produces second high-grade rare earths batch

Critica Limited has successfully produced a second high-grade mixed rare earths product from its Jupiter project in WA, reinforcing its potential as a major non-China supply source. Discover the strategic implications for the global market.

WA Police Defend Drone Safety Amid China Links

WA Police insist their drone program remains secure despite revelations about Chinese connections to supplier DJI. Full details on the safety review and government response.

Chinese Ambassador Attends Han Xu's WNBL Debut

China's Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian courtside as Perth Lynx recruit Han Xu makes WNBL debut. Diplomatic presence highlights growing basketball ties between nations.

Trump Proposes US-China-Russia Nuclear Disarmament Plan

Former President Donald Trump has floated a radical denuclearisation pact between the US, China and Russia, just days after suggesting America should restart its nuclear testing program - a move that's sending shockwaves through global security circles.

Trump-Xi Summit Tests Albanese Government

As global powerhouses Donald Trump and Xi Jinping prepare for high-stakes talks, Canberra faces mounting pressure to navigate Australia's delicate position between its largest trading partner and key security ally.

Australia-Canada critical minerals pact bypasses China

In a strategic power move, Australia and Canada have agreed to stop competing and instead collaborate on critical minerals, creating a new supply chain that bypasses China and reshapes global energy markets.

Aussie Miners Forge US Rare Earths Alliance

Two Australian mining heavyweights join forces to supply critical minerals to American defence contractors, creating a new Western supply chain for rare earth elements essential for modern technology.

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