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Gambling levy proposed to help wean Australian media companies off betting ad addiction

Australia Institute says 2% levy on gambling companies’ revenue would compensate for the loss of $240m in advertising spend

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2024

Wallabies remain well off the pace amid hopes a playmaker can unlock the attack

Australia rarely looked like scoring against South Africa but with Noah Lolesio back in form can now target Argentina’s frailties on the flanks

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2024

The door to an Australian tech tax is clearly ajar. Can Labor make it happen?

There’s a long track record of government subsidising traditional media – but patch-up jobs and sweetheart deals have reached the end of their useful lifespan

The Guardian - AU · Aug 18, 2024

MCG to host one-off clash between Australia and England to mark 150 years of Test cricket

The one-off Test will be played in March 2027, 150 years on from the pair’s first meeting

The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2024

‘Each season we’ve had one mega-fight’: the real-life couple behind hit Aussie comedy Colin from Accounts

As season two hits the UK, creators and stars Patrick Brammall and Harriet Dyer talk about toilet humour, keeping it ‘super-Australian’ – and the perils of working together

The Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2024

Win over West Indies keeps South Africa's hopes of reaching World Test Championship final alive

South Africa's recent Test series victory against the West Indies has kept their hopes alive for a spot in the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year, despite the challenging road ahead. The Proteas must secure victories in at least five of their upcoming six matches to have a chance…

The Times of India · Aug 18, 2024

Dricus Du Plessis Retains Middleweight Title At UFC 305

Dricus du Plessis defends his middleweight title against Israel Adesanya in a thrilling UFC 305 showdown in Perth, Australia. The night featured intense co...

Top News · Aug 18, 2024

UFC 305 bonuses: Carlos Prates gets $50,000 for ‘Leech’ removal (from consciousness)

The UFC handed out four bonuses after Saturday's card, including one for one of the most vicious KOs of 2024.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 18, 2024

Australian Cyclo-cross National Championships –Izzy Flint and Max Hobson claim elite titles

Solo wins for both elite men's and elite women's victors with Nick Smith and Miranda Griffiths taking runner up spots in Ballarat

Cycling News · Aug 18, 2024

Australia captain Pat Cummins takes a long break to be ready for Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India

Australia's Test captain Pat Cummins has decided to take a two-month hiatus to rejuvenate himself as he prepares for the upcoming challenge of securing the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India in the latter part of the year.

The Times of India · Aug 18, 2024