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The first-ever survey on Australian attitudes towards space is out. So, what do we think?

If someone were to ask you how space technologies impact your daily life, or how much Australia should invest in space, would you have an immediate answer or would you wonder why these questions were even being asked?

The Conversation

Australia has invested heavily in a Pacific peacekeeping hub. So, where are the recruits?

Nestled not far from Fiji’s Nadi airport is the Blackrock Peacekeeping, Humanitarian and Disaster Relief Camp. Before reopening in March 2022, this military complex was renovated and expanded in a A$100 million joint collaboration between Australia and Fiji.

The Conversation

Kelvin Davis quits NZ politics, eyeing Aust role

New Zealand's former deputy Labour leader Kelvin Davis may make a shift to Australia after quitting Kiwi politics.

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2023 Chicago Street Race champ Shane van Gisbergen to compete in NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024

On Wednesday, Trackhouse Racing announced that Shane van Gisbergen — winner of the inaugural Chicago Street Race in 2023 — will race full-time in the Xfinity Series. The

Chicago Sun-Times

Christmas appeal as Aussies struggle to make ends meet

Christmas is expected to be an especially difficult time for millions of Australians as the cost of living crisis impacts what should be a celebratory season.

AAP

Calls for minister to be upfront over warship decision

The government needs to be upfront about whether it will send a warship to the Middle East in response to a request from the US, the opposition says.

AAP

Milestone for transfer of nuclear subs heralded by PM

The US will sell nuclear-powered submarines to Australia after key legislation cleared a final hurdle in Washington.

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Cameron Green reveals he is suffering from irreversible chronic kidney disease

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green has revealed he was born with an irreversible chronic kidney disease, which at one stage put his life expectancy at 12 years

The Hindu

Morning Mail: detention rules secretly lifted, US passes Aukus law, Warner’s timely ton

Minister eases restrictions in apparent bid to thwart legal action; US Congress votes through Aukus rules

The Guardian - AU

New Queensland premier Steven Miles to legislate to reduce state carbon emissions by 75% by 2035 – as it happend

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Coal will be all but gone by 2034 under Australia's latest energy roadmap

Australia’s coal power stations will all close in 2038 – five years earlier than previously expected – and variable renewable energy capacity will need to triple by 2030 and increase sevenfold by 2050.

The Conversation

Myrtle rust is devastating Australian forests. A new high-tech spray holds out hope for native trees

Around a decade ago, an invasive fungal disease called myrtle rust reached Australia and began to spread like a plague through certain plants. The disease affects plants of the Myrtaceae family, which includes eucalypts, paperbarks and lilly pillies, and makes up 10% of Australian plant biodiversity/

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Christmas Islanders remember worst refugee boat crash

Zainal Abdul Majid remembers December 15 as a fateful day when over 50 asylum seekers died crashing onto Christmas Island as they sought refuge in Australia.

AAP

Andy Farrell expected to lead Lions in 2025 after Irish union gives its blessing

Andy Farrell is set to be head coach for the 2025 British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, with the IRFU saying it would be ‘ecstatic’ if he got the role

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Someone Is Willing To Pay $6.7 Million For This Australian License Plate

The auction doesn't end until January 27, so the plate could sell for even more.

The Guardian - AU

US Congress passes bill allowing sale of Aukus nuclear submarines to Australia

Legislation covering a wide range of military issues clears the way for Virginia class vessels to bolster Pacific defence

AAP

'Real, growing risk' of power generation falling short

Energy market tsars are out of step with the "rooftop revolution" and other household energy that could be harnessed in a clean, low-cost system, critics say.

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Transport costs accelerate by more than $900 a year

Households in some parts of Australia are paying more than $27,000 a year for transport after costs in the industry rose again.

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Jamal's six on debut a rare highlight for Pakistan

Australia's batters amassed 487 runs in their first innings at Optus Stadium, but things would have been worse for Pakistan if not for debutant Aamir Jamal.

Evening Standard

Australian woman charged with stealing delivery van carrying 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts

New South Wales Police said the doughnuts were “destroyed” but did not say how

The Independent UK

Japan’s appointment of Eddie Jones is a gamble not worth taking

Jones heads back to the job where he masterminded the greatest upset in rugby history, but his return feels like inviting an arsonist to light the winter fire

The Guardian - AU

Aemo warns coal-fired power plants could drop off before replacements are ready

Solar and windfarms will need to triple by 2030 to 57GW and expand seven-fold by 2050 to 126GW

The Guardian - AU

Australian health insurers earn $1.3bn more in surplus than two years ago, report shows

Australian Medical Association study also shows $500 difference in benefits between insurers for identical procedures

The Guardian - AU

Immigration minister lifts ankle bracelet and curfew conditions for two ex-detainees suing Australian government

Andrew Giles eases visa restrictions for at least two of the three people challenging new rules in high court

The Guardian - AU

Work-from-home rates fall but skill shortages may delay full return to Australian offices

Staff may be eager to come back to workplaces out of concern about career progression, expert says

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