Aust China ambassador heading home soon

Australia's ambassador to China will soon farewell Beijing, sparking speculation about who will be appointed her replacement in the important posting.

Australia's ambassador to China is close to wrapping up her stint, sparking speculation over who will be appointed as her replacement in the important posting.

Frances Adamson, a career diplomat with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, has served in Beijing since 2011.

China is Australia's largest trading partner.