Ian Botham adds to criticism of England’s Ashes build-up: ‘It’s not the way I would prepare’ England will only play the England Lions in a three-day warm-up before the start of the Ashes The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025
As Australia welcomes its millionth refugee, its hardline border policies endure. We can lead by example again Any day now, Australia will welcome its millionth refugee since the second world war. The Conversation · Nov 11, 2025
Parents the most likely source of abuse on Australia’s sporting fields, new study finds Facing abuse, bullying, racism and even inappropriate sexual advances, the plight of Australia’s coaches has shocked even researchers behind a new survey The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2025
‘Lucifer’ bee with devil-like horns discovered in Australia’s goldfields Discovery in region subjected to mining suggest it could be a species of conservation concern, scientists say The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025
Renshaw plunders century, Green returns to bowling Queensland's Matt Renshaw enhanced his Test recall claims with a century as Cameron Green had a successful return to the bowling crease for Western Australia. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
Indigenous cricket numbers rise as stars eye Test spots Only two Indigenous men have played Test cricket for Australia, but there could be that same number in the same XI during this summer's Ashes. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
Ian Botham fires new salvo at England’s lack of Ashes preparations Ian Botham has launched a fresh broadside at the decision by England to arrange just a single intra-squad match before the start of the Ashes The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2025
Prabowo Subianto to visit Australia for the first time as Indonesia's president Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will visit Australia on Wednesday for the first time since taking office last year The Independent UK · Nov 11, 2025
Australia great calls for specialist opener in Ashes Cricket legend Greg Chappell has urged Australian selectors to pick Jake Weatherald as a specialist opener, instead using Marnus Labuschagne at No.3. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
How I’m using ‘cultural dramaturgy’ to support Truth-telling in Australian theatre This article was written with the consultation and permission of the cultural collaborative Mob who assisted with Fiasco. The Conversation · Nov 11, 2025
Planes came within metres of hitting Melbourne airport workers in ‘terrifying’ incidents after runway shortened Australian safety investigation finds serious accidents involving two planes in September 2023 were only avoided ‘by luck’ The Guardian - AU · Nov 11, 2025
Let There Be Rock: Australia thunderstruck by AC/DC AC/DC's Power Up tour is about to kick off in Australia, and at the MCG a black steel stage is standing ready for the band to rock. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
Body-shaming and bullying top abuse in Aussie sport A landmark study has detailed how body-shaming and bullying, often from fellow athletes, are among the top concerns in Australian sport. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
Australian shares dip as CommBank drags bourse lower CommBank's worst daily performance in six months has weighed on Australian stocks despite sentiment lifting on an imminent reopening of the US government. AAP · Nov 11, 2025
AAP · Nov 11, 2025 CommBank shares drop despite $2.6b quarterly profit Australia's biggest company has posted its financial results for the quarter, but despite improving on most metrics, it still looks too dear to most investors.
AAP · Nov 11, 2025 Schmidt's battered Wallabies facing grim 67-year low After falling to England and Italy, the Wallabies are halfway towards becoming the first Australian tourists since 1958 to lose four straight Tests in Europe.
We Got This Covered · Nov 10, 2025 In 1983, Australian intelligence became a laughing stock after spies trashed a hotel and threatened staff during a botched training exercise Secret agents stormed the Sheraton Hotel during a covert training exercise.
AAP · Nov 10, 2025 No rules, no use: Aussie firms may miss AI opportunity More Australian businesses are investing in artificial intelligence technology but many are still waiting for clear rules about its use.
The Guardian - AU · Nov 10, 2025 Howard urges Ley to ‘get together’ with PM on four-year federal parliamentary terms – as it happened This blog is now closed
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2025 I discovered a new Australian native bee, but there are still hundreds we need to identify The female of the species has devil-like black horns, and a taste for extremely rare pollen. But until now, this Australian native bee has never been officially named or identified.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2025 EV ‘charging deserts’ in regional Australia are slowing the shift to clean transport If you live in a big city, finding a charger for your electric vehicle (EV) isn’t hard. But drive a few hours in any direction and the story changes.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2025 Cane toads are hopping towards the Pilbara, but a water-free containment zone could stop them It is early evening in Australia’s top end, and a hunter stalks its prey. Keenly alert, the northern quoll follows the sound of rustling in the leaf litter. It must be some kind of frog, the small carnivorous marsupial decides, and pounces. But the quoll is seized by an immediate…
The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2025 Usman Khawaja calls for end of England fan’s ban after ugly clash with Australia team Usman Khawaja and David Warner confronted MCC members after receiving a barrage of abuse in the Long Room at Lord’s during the 2023 Ashes
Space · Nov 10, 2025 New 'exosuit' with artificial muscles could help astronauts explore the moon and Mars A new "exosuit" was put through its paces with analog astronauts in Australia. The research team would love to try the suit out on the International Space Station, too.
AAP · Nov 10, 2025 Key Liberal lauds Ley leadership rival on eve of talks Coalition frontbenchers continue to insist a challenge is not brewing against Sussan Ley as a crucial meeting nears on the party's contentious energy policy.