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Central Banks in New Zealand and Australia Issue Bitcoin Warning

Officials from New Zealand and Australia echoed statements from around the world, saying bitcoin was "interesting but risky".

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Bitcoin Foundation Officially Launches International Chapters

The Bitcoin Foundation has launched its expansion overseas, signing affiliates in Canada and Australia.

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What Do Australia's Biggest Banks Think About Bitcoin?

Australian banks have had a mixed reaction to bitcoin so far, but how has this affected customers?

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Australian Bitcoin Exchange CoinJar Gets A$500k in Venture Funding

Australian bitcoin exchange CoinJar has received A$500,000 in venture funding.

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Australian company announces bitcoin scholarship contest

Digital currencies and the future: will bitcoin change the world? Australian company launches essay competition to find answer.

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Australian crowdfunding site Pozible accepts bitcoin

Down-under crowdfunding site Pozible is now accepting bitcoin donatoins for projects in addition to fiat.

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First Australian photography studio to accept bitcoin offers 50% discount

A Sydney-based photography service is offering a bargain introductory rate for customers willing to pay in bitcoin.

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In-person bitcoin exchanges spread across the globe

More and more people are trading bitcoin in person, keeping with the ethos of a decentralised, peer-to-peer currency.

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Beefing up profits: farmer achieves 20% bitcoin sales

Beef for bitcoin. Australian farmer accepts bitcoin payment for top quality, ethical beef.

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Australia gets new bitcoin exchange BTC Markets

New exchange BTC Markets promises real-time settlements and low commissions for Australian bitcoiners.

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