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Israel-Hamas hostage deal an 'important step': Wong

Australia has heralded a hostage breakthrough in the Middle East as a step towards long-term peace through a two-state solution.

AAP · Nov 22, 2023

World Cup: How Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins scripted Australia's success

In the last decade, the pace-bowling trio of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins has helped Australia win world tournaments across formats and conditions

The Times of India · Nov 22, 2023

'Still buzzing', but World Cup winners Australia return home to low-key welcome

Australia captain Pat Cummins expressed that his team had established a unique legacy by securing the nation's record-extending sixth ODI World Cup title, but the victorious squad returned home from India on Wednesday to a low-key welcome after their six-wicket triumph over the hosts in the final in Ahmedabad

The Times of India · Nov 22, 2023

Levi sisters lead Aussie charge towards Paris Olympics

Maddison and Teagan Levi are locked into the Australian rugby sevens program long-term with the star sisters set to be part of the Paris Olympic charge.

AAP · Nov 22, 2023

An expert reviews the government’s 7-year plan to boost Australia’s cyber security. Here are the key takeaways

After lengthy deliberation, the Australian government has released its 2023–2030 Cyber Security Strategy, which aims to make Australia one of the most cyber-secure nations in the world by 2030. It’s a worthy goal, considering Australia was ranked as the fifth-most powerful cyber nation in a 2022 report by Harvard University’s…

The Conversation · Nov 22, 2023

Football tournament brings African communities together

Vivid colours, loud music and hearty laughter combine at the African Cup NSW as crowds gather to watch football and celebrate their culture and heritage.

AAP · Nov 22, 2023

What was the true nature of the 'Matildas effect'? New research shows it was profound, but uneven

No event in Australian history has captured the country’s imagination like the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. From coast to coast, Australians tuned in to witness the Matilda’s historic tournament run, reaching the semi-finals for the first time in the team’s history.

The Conversation · Nov 22, 2023

World Cup: How India's performance in the finals have knocked out captains

Apart from Azharuddin and MS Dhoni, Indian captains have an unflattering record in final games. The 2023 World Cup loss to Australia only reaffirmed this anomaly

The Times of India · Nov 22, 2023

Disability advocate hits back at ‘misleading’ claims that NDIS funding is incentivising autism diagnoses

Chief of Children and Young People with Disability Australia says families are simply seeking help for their children, with the NDIS ‘the only place to turn’

The Guardian - AU · Nov 22, 2023

Performing under pressure – remembering England’s dramatic 2003 World Cup win

Rugby World Cup glory for England after extra-time thriller.

The Independent UK · Nov 22, 2023