Anya Shrubsole claims England a match for anyone ahead of World Cup defence England open their campaign against Australia on Saturday. The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2022
Test star Smith reveals vertigo incident Star batsman Steve Smith says he's about to face fast bowlers for the first time since being concussed as Australia train ahead of the first Test in Pakistan. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
‘Pariah state’: Australia gives $70m to Ukraine weapons fund and calls for diplomatic isolation of Russia Scott Morrison again warns against travelling to Ukraine to join the fight, calling it a legally ambiguous ‘suicide mission’ The Guardian - AU · Mar 1, 2022
How disrupted Russian gas supplies will hit global and Australian prices As economic sanctions on Russia escalate, there has been an attempt to isolate vital energy exports from the mix. This may be wishful thinking. The Conversation · Mar 1, 2022
As petrol prices rise, will carbon emissions come down? No one likes paying A$1.80 per litre for petrol. But amid forecasts of prices climbing to $2.10 as Russian’s invasion of Ukraine drags on, it’s possible some good could come of that pain – including greater energy independence and a faster path to net-zero emissions. The Conversation · Mar 1, 2022
Aussie farms face 'disruption and decline' due to climate change In Australia, the accumulated productivity losses across agriculture, manufacturing and service sectors could exceed $4 trillion by 2100 under a high emissions environment. The Canberra Times · Mar 1, 2022
Matildas to play 2023 Women's World Cup co-hosts New Zealand in April friendlies The series will be split between two cities, with Canberra to host a Matildas game for the first time since 2013. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
Morrison would favour expelling Russia from G20, as Australia provides $105 million for Ukraine assistance Scott Morrison has announced A$105 million in a package of military and humanitarian assistance for Ukraine, and flagged he would support Russia being thrown out of the G20. The Conversation · Mar 1, 2022
Media cuts 'impacting flood coverage' Reporting of the recent floods has been negatively impacted by a lack of journalists in regional Australian towns, a parliamentary inquiry has been told. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
De Minaur pumped for home Davis Cup tie Australian spearhead Alex de Minaur is relishing the rare chance to play a Davis Cup tie in his home city against Hungary in Sydney. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
Origin Energy and Rio Tinto urged to review joint ventures with Russian oligarchs Ukraine invasion prompts calls for Australian companies to ensure resources profits do not end up with Putin-linked investors The Guardian - AU · Mar 1, 2022
Ukraine major source of uncertainty: RBA Reserve Bank of Australia governor Philip Lowe says the war in Ukraine is a major source of uncertainty, as the board left rates on hold. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
WA judge rejects Woodside gas challenge The Conservation Council of Western Australia's court challenge against approvals granted for Woodside's $16 billion Scarborough gas project has been rejected. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
Australia 'at precipice' as climate warms The Australian government has defended its environmental credentials, arguing that the country had reduced emissions faster than many comparable nations. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
AAP · Mar 1, 2022 Do not travel to Ukraine, PM warns Aussies Prime Minister Scott Morrison has sternly warned Australians against travelling to Ukraine to engage in the conflict.
ABC News · Mar 1, 2022 Reserve Bank keeps cash rate at 0.1 per cent amid Russia's Ukraine invasion turmoil The Reserve Bank keeps its cash rate target at a record low 0.1 per cent as it watches the unfolding economic fallout from Russia's invasion of Ukraine .
AAP · Mar 1, 2022 Baby issue for Ukrainians fleeing to Aust A Ukrainian family granted Australian visas has been barred from boarding a flight to Sydney, as their baby does not have a passport.
Reuters · Mar 1, 2022 Australia will fund lethal weapons for Ukraine says PM Morrison Australia has committed A$70 million ($50 million) to fund lethal defensive weapons for Ukraine, including missiles and ammunition, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Tuesday.
The Independent UK · Mar 1, 2022 Thousands evacuate worst Australian floods in decades Tens of thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes and many more have been told to prepare to flee as parts of Australia’s southeast coast are inundated by the worst flooding in decades
ABC News · Mar 1, 2022 New Zealand defeats Australia by nine wickets in Women's Cricket World Cup warm-up match Led by Sophie Devine's sparkling 161, New Zealand pulls off a staggering run chase to topple Australia by nine wickets ahead of the Women's Cricket World Cup.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 1, 2022 Gang-gang cockatoo to become threatened species after large drop in bird numbers Cockatoo populations reduced after 2019-20 bushfires with decline expected to continue as climate crisis causes increased heatwaves
ABC News · Mar 1, 2022 Australia to spend $70 million on ammunition, small missiles to help Ukraine fight against Russia Scott Morrison says Australia will send around $70 million to fund military equipment, including ammunition and missiles, and other support to Ukraine to help its fight against Russia.
Reuters · Mar 1, 2022 Australia steps up flood relief efforts as Sydney braces for heavy rains Military helicopters airlifted stranded people from rooftops of flooded neighbourhoods in eastern Australia and a tenth victim was found on Tuesday following days of torrential rain as the wild weather slowly shifts south toward Sydney.
The Conversation · Mar 1, 2022 Japanese encephalitis virus has been detected in Australian pigs. Can mozzies now spread it to humans? With our summer dominated by wet weather and booming mosquito populations, health authorities have been alert to the threat of mosquito-borne disease.
AAP · Mar 1, 2022 WTO to look at China trade complaint The intergovernmental body that regulates trade between countries will examine China's complaint that Australia has broken the rules over some steel products.