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On July 6, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1843, John Downer, Australian politician, 16th Premier of South Australia (died 1915) was born. In 1909, Eric Reece, Australian politician, 32nd Premier of Tasmania (died 1999) was born. In 1919, Edward Kenna, Australian Second World War recipient of the Victoria Cross (died 2009) was born. In 1940, Story Bridge, a major landmark in Brisbane, as well as Australia's longest cantilever bridge is formally opened. In 1946, Peter Singer, Australian philosopher and academic was born. In 1948, Jean-Pierre Blackburn, Canadian academic and politician, 26th Canadian Minister of Veterans Affairs was born. In 1951, Geoffrey Rush, Australian actor and producer was born. In 2006, The Nathu La pass between India and China, sealed during the Sino-Indian War, re-opens for trade after 44 years. In 2011, Carly Hibberd, Australian road racing cyclist (born 1985) passed away. In 2013, Lo Hsing Han, Burmese businessman, co-founded Asia World (born 1935) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Australia to spend $1 billion on defence alliance with Fiji in blow to China

Brisbane Times

July 6, 2026

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Australia to spend $1 billion on defence alliance with Fiji in blow to China

Australia and Fiji have struck a new defence alliance in a major victory for the Albanese government’s efforts to limit China’s influence in the Pacific.

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