Israeli president sought deeper ties but found division Israel's president has concluded his four-day visit to Australia, although there's mixed reactions over whether it strengthened ties between the two nations. AAP · Feb 12
Rejecting contract the right call for Aussie allrounder Nicola Carey believed she may never play for Australia again when she knocked back a national contract in 2023. That call has now landed her back in the squad. AAP · Feb 12
Poland bar way to Australia retaining Davis Cup status Australia's Davis Cup loss to Ecuador means they must negotiate a tie with Poland to stay in the competition's top tier. AAP · Feb 12
The end of the paper trail? Australia’s largest garment pattern supplier is closing and sewers are worried – but pragmatic For many sewers, choosing paper patterns from one of Simplicity McCall’s ‘big four’ brands was an in-store ritual. But others say digital patterns are the way of the future The Guardian - AU · Feb 12
Grisly discovery brings new answers in mystery of Belgian tourist’s disappearance in Australian wilderness Searchers hope that finding missing Belgian women Celine Cremer’s car key as well as human remains in Tasmania’s north-west will help them solve what happened to her The Guardian - AU · Feb 12
Golden Woods masters moguls to make good on his talent Winning a national bravery award as a youngster, Cooper Woods has now claimed an Olympic gold medal with the mogul skier shocking the field in Livigno. AAP · Feb 12
'Avoid non-essential travel': Canada, UK, Australia ask citizens not to visit Cuba owing to critical fuel shortage Several countries, including Canada, the UK, and Australia, updated their travel advisories urging their citizens to avoid traveling to Cuba as the Caribbean country is facing a critical fuel shortage. Canadian airlines have suspended service to Cuba and will only fly those who are already in Cuba back home. The Times of India · Feb 12
Lewis Hamilton reveals ‘detrimental’ Ferrari plan – three weeks before 2026 F1 season Hamilton ditched his race engineer but a full-time replacement won’t be in place for the first race in Australia The Independent UK · Feb 12
Protests surround last day of Israeli president’s controversial visit to Australia At least 10,000 gather in Melbourne during last leg of Isaac Herzog’s trip, which has seen violent clashes with police elsewhere The Independent UK · Feb 12
Where Wildlife Is Deadliest: Which Country Tops The List? The world is breathtakingly beautiful, but in some places, that beauty comes with sharp teeth, potent venom, crushing strength, and silent danger. From dense rainforests to dry deserts and vast oceans, wildlife can be as deadly as it is fascinating. This question often sparks curiosity and fear at the same… Times Pets · Feb 12
How To Watch AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am: TV & Streaming Details For The PGA Tour's First Signature Event Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood make their first appearances of the PGA Tour season at one of the most scenic venues in professional golf Golf Monthly · Feb 12
Compliance and Competency in Focus: The Training Programs Strengthening Australia’s High-Risk Industries Across Australia’s construction, transport, and mining sectors, regulatory compliance has moved to the forefront of operational priorities. With workplace safety authorities increasing audits and enforcement, businesses are placing stronger emphasis on nationally recognised training to ensure both legal protection and workforce competency. inkl · Feb 12
High-Risk Work Licences in Demand: Why Crane, Forklift and Hoist Operators Are Upskilling Across Australia Australia’s construction, logistics and infrastructure sectors are experiencing sustained demand for qualified high-risk work licence holders. With stricter workplace safety regulations and increased project activity nationwide, employers are prioritising certified operators for cranes, forklifts and hoists. inkl · Feb 12
Forget Studying Abroad? Why Indian Students Are Rejecting Foreign Universities (31% Drop!) Recent government figures show a significant decline in the number of Indian students heading overseas for higher education. According to data shared by the Ministry of Education in Parliament, the number of Indians travelling abroad for studies fell from 9.08 lakh in 2023 to 6.26 lakh in 2025 - a… Times Life · Feb 12
The Independent UK · Feb 12 Australia to send special envoy to Laos to investigate 2024 methanol poisoning deaths Foreign minister Penny Wong expresses frustration over ‘lack of transparency’ in legal processes in Laos
AAP · Feb 12 Door opened to further event-based protest bans The Israeli president's visit to Australia was predominantly for cultural purposes, a court has found in a decision that could be used to ban future protests.
AAP · Feb 12 Anthony the latest hot Olympic favourite to stumble If Jakara Anthony wants advice on how to deal with her Milan Olympics disaster, she need go no further than fellow Australians Shane Kelly and Cate Campbell.
AAP · Feb 12 'A shame': security fears hamper visit by Israeli head Members of Australia's Jewish community have been left feeling "very uncomfortable" after Israel's president cancelled a key visit amid security concerns.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 12 Australia’s upward trajectory slips off course as Winter Olympics medal search goes on The team in yellow and green had high hopes for a record-breaking haul at Milano Cortina but has so far failed to live up to expectations
AAP · Feb 12 Daniels fires but Hawks' NBA comeback falls short Charlotte have held off fast-finishing Atlanta as Australian guard Josh Green got one over compatriots Dyson Daniels and Jock Landale.
AAP · Feb 12 'Poor bugger': World Cup team's sympathy for skipper Mitch Marsh is an injury blow but Nathan Ellis says Australia's World Cup batting is strong enough that even Steve Smith would have a fight to make the team.
AAP · Feb 12 Why Hazlewood still has key role to play for Australia Josh Hazlewood has had a second straight summer ruined by injury, but Mitchell Starc says he will play a big role through a busy schedule for Australia.
The Conversation · Feb 12 That e-bike you bought your teen might be an illegal electric motorbike – and the risks are real A “health emergency”. A “total menace”. “Take them away and crush them”.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 12 Concerns for former Canberra boy in Iran, as Australia makes representations to Tehran ACT government confirms it raised reports of boy’s fate with foreign affairs department, amid unverified claims he died last week
The Guardian - AU · Feb 12 Pauline Hanson’s racist rhetoric cast a shadow over my childhood. Here we are again As a first generation immigrant, it is gutting to see Australians falling for One Nation’s anti-immigration rhetoric 30 years on from Hanson’s initial rise