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The article reports that Border Force developed by the Prime Minister of Australia, Tony Abbott will patrol the streets of Melbourne to check the visa papers, in a multi-agency crackdown codenamed Operation Fortitude.

The article presents author's views on the objectives and aims of Australia in the agriculture sector which includes increased productivity and international competitiveness. Topics discussed include efforts of agricultural sector of Australia in meeting the demands of huge new middle class of Asia, objectives of government of prime minister, Tony Abbott and rationalization of the farm sector.

The article focuses on other countries in eurozone that may face crises like that of Greece in the coming future including Portugal, Spain and Italy. It mentions that Greek crisis occur due to inability of the country to service its debt. Topics discussed includes government bonds of Portugal, debt-to gross domestic product (GDP) ratio of Spain and debt burden of Ireland.

The article informs about the acquisition of newspaper "Financial Times" by media company Nikkei Inc. under the reform plan of Chinese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

The article discusses a paper "Will Services Exports Fill the Mining hole?" from Capital Economics, which reveal that weaker Australian dollar had generated significant growth in net exports of tourism and education, which is critical in counterbalancing the drop in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) rom plunge in mining activity.

The article discusses the Australian agriculture white paper which would double the Farm Management Deposit for farmers and mentions the effort of political party Liberal Party senators to stop Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce from implementing such proposals.

The article presents a discussion paper for the review of the system of Australia for producing Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) graduates is anticipated to look at whether industry needs to be provided tax breaks to offer internships to research students in 2015.

The article presents views of Roger Brake, general manager of the Australian Treasury, on the country's government plan of reducing personal income and company tax rates by managing dividend imputation.

The article discusses a white paper on agricultural competitiveness providing grant to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for improving surveillance on retailers oppressing farmers by offering lower prices and adds concessions offered to farmers in Australia.

The article discusses the debate in the wine industry following the introduction of a discussion paper into the wine equalisaion tax (WET) rebate. Details about the discussion paper, which include case studies that show how the WET rebate is being manipulated and rorted, are offered. Also tackled are the issues associated with the rebate.

This article presents information on the election promise of Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott to increase defense spending within a decade and its effect on the government's midterm fiscal strategy and its 2021 surplus. It discusses the amount to be spent by the government on defense to hit the 2021 target, and the need for the government to clear this obstacle before it releases its defense white paper on defense spending.

The author comments on the Agricultural Competitiveness white paper released by the Australian government on July 4, 2014. Topics covered include the significance of the 4 billion Australian dollars package in making Australian agriculture competitive by eliminating trade barriers, the ability Australian farmers to compete with countries with in cheaper labor or less regulated standards, and the importance of continued lowering of technical trade barriers.

The article reports that Australian Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce has defended the government's 1.2 billion Australian dollars assistance package released on July 4, 2015 aimed to boost farm incomes and drought assistance, following criticisms that the agricultural competitiveness paper failed to deliver a strategic vision.

The article presents information on a defense white paper released in Australia which focuses on the defense and national security attitudes of Australians. It discusses the increase in concern on terrorist attacks among Australians, the decline in fear of invasion by another country and their positive view of Australia's relationship with China.

The article highlights the statement of former Indonesian Foreign Minister Marty Natalegawa, citing the decision of Indonesia to reject the request of the U.S. for ground forces to back the war against Islamic State in 2015.

The article reports that the exalted status of the family home related to retirement income system will be challenged at the National Reform Summit.

The article reports on a proposal of the Minerals Council of Australia, a lobby group for mining companies, to improve competition in the provision of collective bargaining services in 2015 because it could enhance the labour market's performance in the country.

The article reports that the Australian federal government's new consultation paper says that the iinvestorswho want to take stakes in unlisted public companies through crowdfunding will be able to invest a maximum of 25,000 dollars in one year.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Abbott government's agriculture white paper pussy-foots around farm problem," by Alan Mitchell that was published in July 7, 2015 issue.

The article focuses on a green paper issued by Great Britain's Secretary of State for culture, media and sport John Whittingdale in which he announced that a national licence fee will be given to British Broadcasting Corp. (BBC) for its development.

The article reports on the dropping of Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott's proposal to put F-35 fighter jets on the navy's two 27,000-tonne troop transport assault ships after finding that extensive reworking is required on ships that would result in added costs.

The article reports on a draft discussion paper released by the state government of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, wherein it expressed its interest in receiving the pool in frequent flyer points earned by its travellers at a department or agency level.

The article reports on the inventions of airplane by Wright brothers, Wilbur and Orville. It states that the first aircraft that Wright brothers had made was a large kite of bamboo and paper which needed wind to go up in the air. It also mentions about the book "The Wright Brothers," by David McCullough in which their journey of making an aircraft is being described.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Are your papers in order?" published in August 28, 2015 issue.

A letter to the editor is presented in response to the article "Winds of change yet to blow through Labor" by Dennis Glover in July 29, 2015 issue.

The article reports that property transfer site Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) has appointed the adviser CITIC CLSA Capital Markets to assess the prospects of a potential listing or sale, as PEXA replaces face-to-face paper-based property settlement.

The article reports on the declaration of ANZ Banking Group Ltd. that low interest rates have caused rise in house prices rather than tax concessions in Australia.

The authors present insights on the release of the paper "Property Taxes," by Grattan Institute, which shows that a property levy could help repair state government revenues without damaging the economy.

The article discusses research of the superannuation and retirement incomes system in Australia including the need of stability in the superannuation system, an overview of the reviews of superannuation, taxation, financial advice, financial system inquiry and the tax white paper.

The article focuses on former National Australia Bank chief executive officer (CEO) Cameron Clyne's claim that the global shift to renewable energy is a risk to the financial system, with the Climate Institute's call for a review of the preparedness of Australia for a climate-related crisis.

The article offers information on the energy future and long-term energy policy of Australia and also mentions 2015 Chanticleer Outlook Survey by the Australian Financial Review. Topics discussed include development of National Energy Productivity Plan, energy white paper of the federal government to enhance and improve future investment in energy and reliability of energy supply in Australia.

The article reports that banks, big business and the financial services sector will be affected by 260 million dollars user-pays system to fund the corporate regulator. Australian Assistant Treasurer Josh Frydenberg announced that an annual levy based on market capitalisation and an assessment of each sector's risk will be charged.

The article presents a reprint of the article "Some employees are spending much more time in the office," which was published in a previous issue of the journal "The Economist." The article discusses a study by Anna Burger of the Central European University on the move towards longer working hours. The study reveals that the proportion of full-time workers in the Netherlands, who slog for more than 50 hours has been rising in recent decades.

The article reports that state governments will be urged by Australian Treasurer Joe Hockey their opposition to increasing the Goods and Service Tax (GST). Hockey says that there should be match between taxation capacities of each level of government and their spending requirements. State governments will be urged to take responsibility for their budgets and wholly fund such services.

The article reports that Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott may consider a goods and service tax (GST) increase but warned the states that any change will be a part of a reform to ensure that there will be no overall tax increase. Topics discussed include the Federal Labor's commitment to oppose a GST increase and Labor leader Bill Shorten to confirm that his party will implement a renewable energy target by 2030 and introduce an emission trading scheme.

This section offers news briefs as of August 25, 2015 on topics including the involvement of Echo Entertainment in the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Queensland, telecommunications firm Vodafone, and the lunch meeting of business magnate Rupert Murdoch with Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott.

The article reports that the Australian Council for Social Services (ACOSS) and the Business Council of Australia are introducing new strategies for increasing the efficiency of tax system and also presents views of ACOSS chief executive officer Cassandra Goldie, on the same.

The article focuses on the tax statistics by the Grattan Institute which shows that third of all taxpayers aged 60 to 64 contribute an extra 40 billion dollars a year into superannuation In Australia.

The article focuses on the views of Commonwealth Bank of Australia chief executive officer Ian Narev on the implications of increasing the goods and services tax (GST) for the Australian economy.

The article reports on strong sales performance of the periodical "Australian Financial Review" in the June 2015 quarter and presents the views of editor Matthew Drummond on the same.

The article focuses on the various roles of Dean Dalla Valley at mining, metals and petroleum company BHP Billiton. Topics covered include his appointment as head of marketing and technology, the pressure he faced as chief marketing officer due to the impact of falling prices on the global Australian's earnings and his involvement in the firm's negotiation with regulators about the tax treatment of its Singaporean marketing base.

The article reports that Australian start-ups have welcomed the government in progressing with its for commitment to open up access to crowdsourced equity funding. Some start-ups have applauded the government's proposal to place a cap on retail investors. It is important to lay down regulations for crowd-funding.

The article reports on the release of a paper outlining proposals to simplify and modernize foreign investment laws by the Australian government in addition to the increased fees that will apply to applications under Australia's foreign investment laws from December 2015.

The article presents views of Australian Shadow treasurer Chris Bowen, on the requirement of enforcing new investment structure with an aim of promoting liberalization in funds management trade in Asia.

The article discusses a new research conducted by the chief scientists in Australia which reveals that more than 130,000 Australians are active in more than 90 citizens-science projects.

The article reports that the renewed volatility in China's sharemarket is keeping investors away from it and China's sharemarket represented a third of its gross domestic product.

The article discusses how the technology industry across the globe is putting in efforts to bridge the gender gap in the workforce.

The article informs that treasurer Joe Hockey has agreed to examine so-called Buffett rule of the ruling party of Australia which would override existing laws on legitimate tax deductions.

The article reports on the Japanese government's release of a revised annual defence report in July 2015 that criticized the land reclamation efforts and offshore platforms of China in disputed seas.

The article offers information on the National Reform Summit to be held at a corporate auditorium in Sydney Harbour, New South Wales on August 26, 2015.