Australia to reinstate imperial measurement system


Yesterday, Australia's Prime Minister Tony Abbott unexpectedly announced that Australia would be returning to the appointment of Knights and Dames, an outdated system which ceased 30 years ago. This was done without any consultation, discussion or prior notice. Now comes this: Australia will revert to using miles, ounces, yards and furlongs next year, more than … Continue reading Australia to reinstate imperial measurement system

Australia’s Governor General meets top Chinese leaders


Australia's Governor-General Quentin Bryce has met with China's top political leaders in one of her final overseas tours in the post. Mrs Bryce held meetings last night with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. It was Mr Bryce's first visit as the official head of … Continue reading Australia’s Governor General meets top Chinese leaders