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Australia, NZ back friendship to endure 'volatile world'

ABC Australia · Jun 6, 2026, 5:20 AM

Key takeaways

  • New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) stands next to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following annual bilateral talks at Noosa, in Queensland.
  • Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia's continued friendship with New Zealand could help the nations endure a "volatile and changing world".
  • Mr Albanese met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for annual talks, where they spoke of the importance of collaboration across business, trade and defence.

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New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon (left) stands next to Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese following annual bilateral talks at Noosa, in Queensland. (ABC News: Olivia Sanders)

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says Australia's continued friendship with New Zealand could help the nations endure a "volatile and changing world".

Mr Albanese met with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for annual talks, where they spoke of the importance of collaboration across business, trade and defence.

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