Residents urged to take shelter as bushfire rages in south-east Victoria – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024
Morning Mail: Gisèle Pelicot’s message of hope, Michael Leunig dies aged 79, ‘bonjour’ causes a stir French rape victim inspires supporters after her ex-husband and 50 other men are found guilty; Australian review says bird flu will kill most pregnant women The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024
How can I keep my cat happy? 5 tips from a vet to help your feline friend live their best life Around one third of Australian households live with at least one cat, yet surveys tell us the cats’ needs are not being met. The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024
Almost 1 million Australians are LGBTQIA+ – and for the first time, there’s a new national health plan for them New data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) this week shows one in 20 (4.5%) Australians over 16 are LGBTQIA+. The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024
Heatwaves and bushfires can be a dangerous mix for the electricity grid. Here’s how to shore up your supplies this summer The Australian summer has started to unleash its power. On Monday, the Victorian town of Walpeup reached 47.1°C, and towns in Queensland, western New South Wales, South Australia and the Northern Territory all hit temperatures above 45°C. The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024
New darts Premier League planned for Australia in 2025 While Australia's top darts players battle at the World Championships, organisers of the boom sport have announced a new Aussie-based Premier League for 2025. AAP · Dec 19, 2024
Miners have 'hands tied' as earnings set to plunge Mining companies are set to see their earnings plummet as commodity prices fall, resulting in lower tax receipts and bigger government debt. AAP · Dec 19, 2024
The 10 best Australian films of 2024: from creepy horror to sublime claymation Our critic counts down the picks of this year’s bunch – a particularly edgy lot, featuring morbid jokes, profound loss and demonic possessions The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024
‘Generational change’: why more young Australians are identifying as LGBTQ+ ‘I think we’re just getting a real reflection because people finally feel comfortable to express that,’ campaigner says The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024
Australia expands four coal mines despite warning of climate ‘death sentence’ Approval comes even as Australia pushes to host Cop31 climate summit The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024
Autosport Top 50 of 2024: #46 Yuki Tsunoda Despite continuing to be overlooked by Red Bull’s lead Formula 1 team, Yuki Tsunoda showed great maturity over 2024, with three seventh places the highlights of his year in Australia, Miami and Brazil. Autosport · Dec 19, 2024
Outsourcer Serco hails strong momentum after rise in new orders Serco said new business will help offset the impact of losing immigration contracts in the UK and Australia. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024
Jack Draper pulls out of United Cup and Davis Cup tie with hip injury The 22-year-old has been hit by the setback during pre-season training and is delaying his trip to Australia. The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024
'If Virat Kohli was India captain, he wouldn't have let Ashwin retire before Sydney Test' Ravichandran Ashwin's unexpected retirement from international cricket has led to polarized opinion about the timing of his decision, with some of the former players disagreeing about the fact that he didn't wait till the end of the five-Test Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series in Australia. The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024
Cycling News · Dec 19, 2024 'I need someone to take the gamble of signing me' - Australian U23 champion Fergus Browning chasing a contract after Trinity Racing closure Melbourne rider to target Jayco-AlUla stagiaire place at ProVelo Super League
The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024 'I wouldn't have let him go like that': Kapil Dev on Ashwin's shock retirement NEW DELHI: Spin great Ravichandran Ashwin on Wednesday stunned the cricketing world with his shock retirement after the rain-marred third India vs Australia Test in Brisbane ended in a draw.
The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024 Amid criticism from Darren Lehmann, Pat Cummins defends George Bailey NEW DELHI: After being sharply criticized by former Australian coach Darren Lehmann for being too close to the Test team to make the difficult decisions, Australian Test captain Pat Cummins has defended chief selector George Bailey.
The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024 British YouTuber and rapper Yung Filly admits to reckless driving in Australia while awaiting trial A British YouTuber and rapper known as Yung Filly has admitted in an Australian court to reckless driving while he was awaiting trial on charges of raping a woman three months ago
The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024 Ravichandran Ashwin's daughter has a sweet farewell message for her dad Ravichandran Ashwin's daughter had a sweet message for her father, who returned from Australia on Thursday after announcing a sudden retirement from international cricket at the conclusion of the third Test in Brisbane, which ended in a draw.
Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2024 Australian waitress Jessica Parkinson, 29, who vanished in London 'found safe and well' A missing person’s appeal was launched after Jessica Parkinson, 29, disappeared from the Bermondsey area of south London
The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024 Albanese government approves four coalmine expansions as Greens condemn ‘despicable’ move Tanya Plibersek says projects in NSW and Queensland produce coal for making essential steel as critics say move ‘opposite of climate action’
The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024 After getting out of jail at Gabba, will Indian batters feel at 'home' in Melbourne? Rain and a match-saving effort by the tailenders helped India rescue themselves from a precarious position to hold on for a draw in the third Test against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane, which leaves the five-Test series poised at 1-1 with two matches left to be played in Melbourne…
The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024 International student numbers in Australia will be controlled by a new informal cap. Here’s how it will work The federal government has found a new way to manage the number of international students in Australia.
The Times of India · Dec 19, 2024 Australia top-order seriously out of form: Ian Healy NEW DELHI: Legendary wicketkeeper Ian Healy has called attention to the top three Australian batsmen's severe lack of form ahead of the pivotal Boxing Day Test match against India on December 26 and advised them to produce if they wish to be in the team.
AAP · Dec 19, 2024 Mum says she reported pedophile 13 years before arrest A police ethical investigation team is reviewing claims a mother reported abuse by one of Australia's worst pedophiles more than a decade before his arrest.