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Joe Sugg and Strictly’s Dianne Buswell spark split rumours with solo Chritmas plans

The pair are set to spend the festive holiday apart as Buswell jets to Australia alone

Evening Standard

Xi vows to promote China-Australia strategic partnership

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged Wednesday to promote a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Australia in a message to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, state-run media said.

Bangkok Post

Australia and China agree to continue high-level dialogue to ‘restore relations’

Ministers meet to restore relations between the two Asia-Pacific nations

The Independent UK

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Australia excited for Ashes 2023 "challenge" after England's stunning Bazball success

Australia's assistant coach Daniel Vettori says 'Bazball' poses an "exciting challenge" ahead of the 2023 Ashes, with England revitalised under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum

Daily Mirror

‘Right decision, wrong reasons’: Why the Telstra-TPG deal needs work

The ACCC has quashed a partnership between two major telcos over fears for consumer competition – but regional communities need more work.

The New Daily

Warmer weather, less rain on the way as La Niña wanes

La Niña will continue into summer, but there are signs of it “declining in strength” according to an update from the Bureau of Meteorology.

The New Daily

Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg spark split fears as Strictly star heads to Australia alone

Dianne Buswell and Joe Sugg have previously spent Christmas together in Australia but the Strictly stars appear to be having time apart over the festive period this year

Daily Mirror

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Eddie Jones defends England record as sacked coach refuses to rule out Australia role at Rugby World Cup

Eddie Jones has insisted he “wouldn’t do anything differently” despite his England sacking as he refused to rule out a Rugby World Cup switch to rivals Australia.

Evening Standard

Eddie Jones felt England sacking “was coming” as he refuses to rule out Australia move

Eddie Jones has insisted that he “wouldn’t do anything differently” after giving his first UK interview since being sacked from his position as England head coach

Daily Mirror

Liddell big battery a step closer to reality

A 500 megawatt battery to be built on the Liddell power station site has moved a step closer to being realised as a result of funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).

Newcastle Herald

China and Australia foreign ministers exchange congratulatory messages in Beijing - state media

China's foreign minister Wang Yi on Wednesday exchanged congratulatory messages for the 50th anniversary of diplomatic ties between China and Australia with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong, during her visit to China, Chinese state media reported.

Reuters

Steve Smith backs David Warner to regain form

MELBOURNE: Australia batter Steve Smith on Wednesday backed under-fire David Warner to find Test form, saying the opener has a tendency of doing well when his "back's up against the wall".

The Times of India

Australia protests China's jail visits ban

China's ban on consular visits to jailed foreign citizens due to a surge in COVID-19 cases is being protested "vigorously" by Australia's ambassador.

AAP

Blake banned himself from gaming venues, but he lost another $300,000 through online casinos

Many Australians are accessing virtual casinos via offshore gambling sites. The under-regulated industry is increasingly being fuelled by cryptocurrencies.

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Scientists Successfully Freeze Great Barrier Reef Coral

Scientists working on Australia's Great Barrier Reef have successfully trialed a new method for freezing and storing coral larvae they say could eventually help rewild reefs threatened by climate change. Scientists are scrambling to protect coral reefs as rising ocean temperatures destabilize delicate ecosystems.

ABC News

Foreign Minister Penny Wong raises human rights and trade in Beijing, while seeking 'structured dialogue' with China

The foreign minister says Australia is seeking to stabilise relations with China, but also raises trade "blockages" and human rights at talks during the first official visit to Beijing by a minister since 2019.

ABC News

Sam spent several months and thousands of dollars to get an EV charger installed in his apartment

When Sam Wright ordered a new electric car, he thought the biggest hurdle to ownership might be the wait time or perhaps the cost. But he soon realised getting a charger installed at his apartment would be one of the greatest challenges.

ABC News

COVID-19 case numbers are exploding in China. Here's how the surge could impact the global economy

COVID-19 cases have surged in China since stringent restrictions were lifted and there are concerns about the economic ramifications this could bring.

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The Times of India

Men's Hockey World Cup 2023: India schedule and full list of matches

Hoping to build on its return to the Olympic podium with a bronze medal at the Tokyo Games in 2021, India will look to break their World Cup hoodoo as well when they begin their quest to end a 47-year wait for another World Cup trophy with their opening match…

Newcastle Herald

Stop my toddler's extradition to Europe: Hunter mum

Christmas tragedy: last chance for Newcastle mum to keep her toddler home

Reuters

China to work with Australia to promote strategic partnership, says Xi Jinping

China's President Xi Jinping said he will work with Australia to promote a comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries, Chinese state media reported on Wednesday.

AAP

'Ice thaws' as Wong lands for China talks

"The ice thaws but slowly," says Foreign Minister Penny Wong as she prepares to break a four-year diplomatic freeze with her Chinese counterpart in Beijing.

The Independent UK

Australian minister in China after long break in relations

Australia's foreign minister is in China for talks seeking to mend a long break in high-level ties that have prompted trade sanctions and political frictions

AAP

Vandals destroy ancient SA rock art

The destruction of ancient and irreplaceable rock art by vandals at Koonalda Cave in South Australia has been described as shocking.

ABC News

How to look after your mental health over the Christmas and New Year holidays

While the Christmas and New Year period is traditionally viewed as a time for celebration, for many Australians it can be anything but. Here are some ways to cope if the holidays will be difficult for you.

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