Owen Farrell backed to make successful return in England’s Six Nations campaign Farrell has been retained as captain despite being sidelined since limping off against Australia last autumn The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022
Diamonds, England draw Quad Series clash Australia have given up a six-goal lead at the final break to draw 48-48 with England in their Quad Series clash in London. AAP · Jan 18, 2022
Husqvarna To Host 3 Ride Out Moto Weekends In Australia In 2022 Husqvarna Australia is hosting three Ride Out Moto Weekend events this summer, in three separate Australian states. Fun for the whole family in the dirt! RideApart · Jan 18, 2022
ASX and US stocks fall as bond yields rise amid expected interest rate hikes The Australian share market and US stocks have been sold off sharply as traders prepare for the US Federal Reserve to raise interest rates to combat inflation. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
Covid case surge continues as 67 deaths recorded nationally – as it happened This blog is now closed The Guardian - AU · Jan 18, 2022
Work begins on $270 million US fuel storage facility on Darwin's outskirts 300 million litres of American-owned jet fuel will soon be stored on the outskirts of Darwin, increasing speculation the US is preparing to expand its military presence in the Northern Territory. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
COVID updates: All the coronavirus news you need in the one place — as it happened A number of states including NSW, Victoria and South Australia have reduced the interval between getting the second dose of COVID vaccinations and receiving a booster shot. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
2022 Women's Asian Cup: Five stories to watch as Matildas embark on title charge While the Matildas will absorb most of Australia's attention during the Women's Asian Cup, there will be a number of other fascinating storylines unfolding. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
Canberra teen Charlie Camus scores wildcard into Australian Open Junior Championships When Charlie Camus first went to the Australian Open as a spectator, he was six years old. Now, he's the youngest player to compete in this year's junior competition. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
Bluebottle jellyfish hit Australian beaches in 'gobsmacking abundance' Bluebottles are washing up on beaches in big numbers, but if you race to treat your sting with freshwater you might be making it worse. ABC News · Jan 18, 2022
COVID rule changes are a sign of the times The pressure of the Omicron outbreak has meant things have rapidly changed as we reflect on almost two years of COVID in Australia. Newcastle Herald · Jan 18, 2022
Dropping Hameed is harsh but Buttler's time is up - who will England stick or twist with? Following England's embarrassing defeat in the Ashes, Mirror Sport takes a look at which players could be dropped for the upcoming tour of the West Indies Daily Mirror · Jan 18, 2022
Morning mail: paramedics under pressure, Tonga faces ‘unprecedented disaster’, Nick Kyrgios wins Wednesday: Sydney paramedics asked to take ambulances home and remain on call after 13 hours shifts. Plus: comedian Nazeem Hussain on his beloved massage gun The Guardian - AU · Jan 18, 2022
Eoin Morgan believes Test cricket ‘has always been the priority’ in England Morgan defended The Hundred amid criticism of England’s priorities following the Test team’s Ashes embarrassment. The Independent UK · Jan 18, 2022
The Conversation · Jan 18, 2022 COVID and schools: Australia is about to feel the full brunt of its teacher shortage The Omicron wave is likely to exacerbate Australia’s existing teacher shortages and demanding workloads. As school starts at the end of January and beginning of February across the country, many teachers will be at risk of contracting COVID. They will need to stay away from work, while others may choose…
The Conversation · Jan 18, 2022 63.5% of Australia's performing artists reported worsening mental health during COVID 92% of performing artists experienced significant changes to their work during early stages of the pandemic – and at least half experienced depression.
The Conversation · Jan 18, 2022 The republic debate is back (again) but we need more than a model to capture Australians' imagination The Australian Republic Movement has just released their preferred model for a republic.
The Conversation · Jan 18, 2022 4 ways to stop Australia's surge in rooftop solar from destabilising electricity prices Last year saw Australians install rooftop solar like never before, with 40% more installed in 2021 than in 2020. Solar system installations now make up 7% of the energy going into the national electricity grid.
The Hindu · Jan 18, 2022 Bad start: on Australian Open build-up The Djokovic visa controversy seems to have marred the run-up to the Australian Open
ABC News · Jan 18, 2022 Olympics boss John Coates urged to raise plight of jailed Australians during Beijing Winter Games visit Human rights advocates demand senior Olympics official John Coates raise the plight of fellow Australians jailed in China when he travels to Beijing later this month for the Winter Games.
ABC News · Jan 18, 2022 Should I mix or match my booster? Your COVID-19 vaccine questions answered For many Australians, it’s now time for a COVID booster – but which one should you be getting? Read our handy guide to find out.
ABC News · Jan 18, 2022 Operation Fox Hunt and China's international efforts to force 'fugitives' back A human rights watchdog says thousands of people including government critics have been forcibly returned to China under the guise of anti-corruption efforts. It says some were even kidnapped.
ABC News · Jan 18, 2022 US airlines are warning 5G could ground planes. Could this happen in Australia? Airlines in the United States fear the rollout of 5G this week could ground planes and cause huge disruptions. So why aren't Australian airports affected?
AAP · Jan 18, 2022 Lanning coy as Ashes call on Perry looms Elyse Villani could end a two-year Australian exodus while captain Meg Lanning was coy on Ellyse Perry's status ahead of Thursday's Ashes opener.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 18, 2022 ‘Learn lessons from Australia’: consumer groups warn UK against buy now, pay later self regulation UK government told voluntary industry code ‘woefully inadequate’ at protecting consumers in Australia