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Andy Farrell: Questions over Australia’s future as Lions tour host are ‘insulting’

Farrell meanwhile refused to say whether he wants to retain the head coaching job in four years’ time

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2025

Questioning Australia’s future as Lions opponents is ‘insulting’ – Andy Farrell

The Lions are seeking to complete a series whitewash when the rivals clash for the final time in Sydney on Saturday.

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2025

The company tax regime is a roadblock to business investment. Here’s what needs to change

Productivity growth is a key driver of improvements in living standards. But in Australia over the last decade, output per hour worked grew by less than a quarter of its 60-year average.

The Conversation · Jul 31, 2025

Espionage cost Australia $12.5 billion in 2023-24, ASIO boss Mike Burgess says

Espionage cost Australia $12.5 billion in 2023-24, according to a study by ASIO and the Australian Institute of Criminology.

The Conversation · Jul 31, 2025

Lax Aussies making themselves easy spy targets: ASIO

Australia's intelligence chief has revealed new details about a series of foreign espionage operations in a major speech.

AAP · Jul 31, 2025

Top docs call for action on speedy e-scooters and bikes

Australia needs a national body to oversee and develop electric mobility device regulations to abate a spike in fatal injuries, the peak body for doctors says.

AAP · Jul 31, 2025

Guardian Australia’s Carly Earl wins top award in 2025 Australian Life photography competition

Earl’s portrait of young drovers in central Queensland praised by judges for ‘beautiful insight into reality of life in rural Australia’

The Guardian - AU · Jul 31, 2025

Why Australia wiped billions off student loans for millions of people

The Education Minister said the measure would help ‘take a weight’ off the backs of young people

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2025

Nostalgia and political beef cap first sitting period

After infighting, political beef over cattle and the passage of an election promise, the 48th parliament has celebrated the end of its first sitting period.

AAP · Jul 31, 2025

Andy Farrell names full-strength Lions squad for third Australia Test as whitewash within reach

Just two new names appear on the teamsheet as the tourists look to finish the summer unbeaten

Evening Standard · Jul 31, 2025