Novak Djokovic ‘hit mentally’ and ‘hurt’ by Australia deportation, says coach Djokovic could have won his 21st Grand Slam had he been allowed to stay in Australia The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022
Australia reopening: Queensland to allow British students and working holidaymakers back in from this weekend Western Australia has delayed any border reopening past February The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022
Stupid to blame IPL for England's Ashes debacle: Pietersen MUSCAT: Former captain and batting star Kevin Pietersen has said that it's "stupid" to blame the Indian Premier League for England's embarrassing 0-4 loss to Australia in the recently-concluded Ashes series. The Times of India · Jan 21, 2022
Morrison speaks out against China’s ‘economic coercion’ at Davos Australian prime minister tells forum the Indo-Pacific has become ‘highly contested’ due to ‘grey-zone tactics’ – but without naming names The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2022
Qantas warns London-Perth nonstop flights could be delayed even further ‘A new hard border will be introduced from Saturday 5 February, 2022,’ says government of Western Australia The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022
Novak Djokovic "hit mentally" and "hurt" by Australia deportation as coach slams verdict Being refused the chance to defend his Australian Open title has had a damaging effect on Novak Djokovic, whose coach has said the world No. 1 "still doesn't understand" why he was deported Daily Mirror · Jan 21, 2022
Albert Park modification works complete ahead of F1 return Modifications to the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix layout at Melbourne's Albert Park have been completed ahead of this year's race. Autosport · Jan 21, 2022
Australian GP won't have Djokovic-style vaccine drama The Australian Grand Prix is well placed to avoid a Novak Djokovic/Australian Open-style border stand-off, says event boss Andrew Westacott. Autosport · Jan 21, 2022
Jack Miller stuck in Australia with COVID-19, Ducati delays MotoGP team launch Jack Miller has been stranded in Australia due to a positive COVID-19 test, which has forced Ducati to move its 2022 launch date. Autosport · Jan 21, 2022
Matildas make Asian Cup history with 18-0 defeat of Indonesia in opening game The Matildas thrash Indonesia in their opening Asian Cup title charge, chalking up a historic score for both the team and skipper Sam Kerr in their campaign for a trophy they have not held since 2010. ABC News · Jan 21, 2022
Martin Boyle pictured leaving Hibs and flying out for big money transfer to Saudi Arabia The Australia international was left out of the side to face Cove Rangers and a bid in excess of £2 million has been agreed with Al-Fasaily. Daily Record · Jan 21, 2022
Australia PM says AUKUS pact to ensure peace, security in Indo-Pacific Australia Prime Minister Scott Morrison said on Friday that the new AUKUS defence alliance with Britain and the United States will contribute to peace, stability and security in the Indo-Pacific region. Reuters · Jan 21, 2022
Resort guests raise money as world rallies to help Tonga Dozens of former guests from New Zealand, Australia, the U.S. and elsewhere are raising money to help the owners of the Ha’atafu Beach Resort in Tonga after it was destroyed by a tsunami The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022
Australian Open: Osaka out after thriller, Barty cruises and Nadal wins – as it happened Defending women’s champion Naomi Osaka was knocked out by Amanda Anisimova while Rafael Nadal and Alexander Zverev cruised through The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2022
Dynamite News · Jan 21, 2022 ICC Men's T20 WC 2022: India to lock horns with Pakistan at MCG on Oct 23 The schedule for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 was announced on Friday.
ABC News · Jan 21, 2022 Report says government should help Afghans who assisted Australian military Every effort should be made to aid Australian employees who remain trapped in Afghanistan, while a full review should also be undertaken into the issues around their evacuation, a senate inquiry report finds.
The Times of India · Jan 21, 2022 I am probably glad I didn't have to bowl more to Kevin Pietersen, he was a fine batsman: Jason Gillespie The recently concluded edition of the Ashes was one which saw pretty much all one-way traffic. If Stuart Broad and James Anderson had not managed to survive the 2 overs they did in Sydney to draw the 4th Test, Australia would have won the series 5-0.
The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022 ‘There is no leadership election’ – Liz Truss voices support for Johnson During her visit to Australia, the Foreign Secretary told reporters she wants Boris Johnson to ‘continue as long as possible in his job’.
ABC News · Jan 21, 2022 Serbia's Miomir Kecmanović making the most of Novak Djokovic's Australian Open absence Miomir Kecmanović — who was scheduled to play Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open first round — knows he is benefiting from the world number one's withdrawal.
ABC News · Jan 21, 2022 Government to relax COVID-19 testing rules for international travellers headed to Australia From this weekend, travellers will have the option of taking a rapid antigen test within 24 hours of departure rather than having a PCR test.
Newcastle Herald · Jan 21, 2022 Hunter's new January 25 event Ngarrama to promote "truth telling and historical acceptance" The free event will be held on the eve of Australia Day in King Edward Park.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 21, 2022 Tonga turns back aid flight from Australia after positive Covid case discovered Morrison government promised Tongans Covid-safe humanitarian relief after volcanic eruption and tsunami
The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2022 Liz Truss: China’s economic coercion of Australia a wake-up call to other states Ms Truss said London and Canberra were determined to act together in ‘calling out’ Beijing.
AAP · Jan 21, 2022 Arnie crossing fingers for Socceroos Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is nervously waiting for his squad to assemble in Melbourne ahead of crucial World Cup qualifiers, fearing COVID-19 positives.
ABC News · Jan 21, 2022 Australia's Opals prepared for any Novak Djokovic-inspired backlash during trip to Serbia The Opals aren't expecting any major issues during the upcoming trip to Serbia, but say the recent Novak Djokovic saga could inspire "the odd boo" from home fans.