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Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ashes ‘done’ ahead of SCG Test

The teams reconvene for the final time at the SCG on Sunday with the hosts seeking an emphatic 4-1 win.

The Independent UK

Rain, fire risk and a cyclone: flood alerts in Queensland’s north as wild weather forecast across Australia

Warnings of extreme fire danger in SA regions, while Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracks towards WA

The Guardian - AU

Atkinson out: England lose third Ashes quick

England arrived in Australia with a four-strong pace cartel ready to rock the hosts. They will end the series with just one of them still standing.

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ICC makes judgment on MCG wicket after two-day Test

The MCG wicket has been deemed the worst for any Test worldwide in almost two years, as Australia coach Andrew McDonald urged curators to retain their autonomy.

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Matthew Potts poised to play in fifth Ashes Test after England rule out Gus Atkinson

Tourists expected to pick fast bowler in XI for series finale at SCG, while the Cricket Australia boss is confident of a ‘good wicket’ in Sydney

The Guardian - AU

Khawaja guaranteed for SCG, future unclear after that

Usman Khawaja will play in the Ashes finale at the SCG, but Australian coach Andrew McDonald remains in the dark about the 39-year-old's future beyond that.

AAP

Momentum for gender equality to build on big 2025 wins

Major steps towards gender equality in 2025 must be built on for Australia to further narrow the gender gap in politics, at home and in working life.

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How did Australian laws change in 2025? Here are 6 you need to know

Some people take heart in the idea that the law is resistant to change, arguing that this reinforces its stability. Others delight in its ability to adapt to change, as that reflects its flexibility. In our eyes, the latter view is rapidly gaining ascendancy.

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Australia star Head not fazed on opening role future

Australia star Travis Head says he's not precious about continuing to open the batting beyond this Ashes and will bat wherever coaches tell him to.

AAP

Kyrgios defeats Sabalenka in straight-sets to win controversial ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis exhibition - reaction

Kyrgios, the former Wimbledon finalist, won 6-3 6-3 to defeat the women’s No 1 and four-time grand slam champion Sabalenka

The Independent UK

Australia weighs deploying army to protect Jewish sites after Bondi attack

Premier Chris Minns says New South Wales is deploying armed police for New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney

The Independent UK

Australian cruise ship investigated after leaving passenger behind runs aground off PNG with 120 people on board

Coral Adventurer says passengers and crew are safe while team tries to refloat ship and inspects the hull

The Guardian - AU

'Disruptor' Demon targets big guns

Alex de Minaur has Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in his sights as he seeks to end a 50-year wait for a local men's champion at the Australian Open.

AAP

Head a fair Weatherald friend

Jake Weatherald is one of several Australian batters under scrutiny following the Boxing Day Test defeat, but has support from opening partner Travis Head.

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Everything We Know About Sam Kerr & Kristie Mewis’ Wedding AKA Australia’s Royal Wedding

Australia's version of the royal wedding is about to kick off. Everything we know so far about Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis' wedding.

The Guardian - AU

MCG curator concedes pitch went ‘too far’ in favouring bowlers amid criticism over short Boxing Day Test

Matthew Page says he was in a ‘state of shock’ while watching the match unfold as England won a two-day Ashes Test in Melbourne

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Australia allrounder released from squad to play BBL

Australia allrounder Beau Webster and reserve batter Josh Inglis have been released from the Ashes squad to play in the BBL ahead of the SCG Test.

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Aussie speedster given Hall Of Fame nod

Renowned for his express pace, former fast bowler Brett Lee has been inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame.

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Australia makes list of 2025's costliest climate events

From catastrophic wildfires in Los Angeles to devastating floods in Asia, it's been a tough year of climate extremes and their economic burdens.

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Self-interest widening wealth gap between old and young

Bridging the gap in wealth between older and young Australians will require a major recalibration in housing attitudes and policies, a leading economist says.

The Guardian - AU

Deciphering Douglas Mawson’s diaries reveals his polar opposite pursuit – exploring the Flinders Ranges

Australia’s Antarctic exploration pioneer took his polar pyjamas and wore them in the outback

AAP

'State of shock': MCC backs curator after two-day Test

MCC boss Stuart Fox has staunchly defended chief curator Matt Page after a wild Boxing Day Test finished within two days.

The Independent UK

Huge financial hit Australian cricket faces for shortened Ashes Test revealed

The fourth Test at the MCG between England and Australia ended inside two days leaving a huge amount of refunds to be handed out, as well as lost merchandise and food sales

The Independent UK

Why England’s lottery-ticket Ashes win in Australia increases Bazball frustration

THE ASHES: England have won an Ashes Test down under for the first time in 15 years, writes Cameron Ponsonby, but their dramatic MCG triumph begs the question: why only now?

The Guardian - UK

England’s MCG triumph is a genuine coup – and a picture of what might have been

What winning in Melbourne says is: here is what you could have had with Australia’s weaknesses exposed

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