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The Ashes inspiration, overpreparation and bold tactics: a history of Australia v England two-day Tests

Old rivals have featured in eight of the 27 Tests to finish inside two days – these are the tales behind the six matches played before the current series

The Guardian - AU

Kids’ own adventures: 25 free school holiday activities around Australia this summer

Drop in to gallery workshops to make plushie pals or shimmering sun catchers, design the first city on the moon, control a gigantic whale puppet or meet a mermaid these school holidays

The Guardian - AU

Fireworks, light shows and party zones: what’s on for New Year’s Eve in Australia’s capital cities?

From the Sydney Harbour fireworks to rooftop parties and a pop-up cinema in Melbourne, there are plenty of NYE events to bring in 2026

The Guardian - AU

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Piastri intrigue, Picklum magic and Gout goes global: reflections on a year of Australian sport

Australians shone on the global stage in 2025, while there was more myth-making and dynasties born closer to home

The Guardian - AU

‘An Arab in a post-9/11 world’: Khalid Abdalla’s one-man play about belonging comes to Australia

In Nowhere, The Crown actor interweaves personal experience and family history with commentary on western colonialism and the Israel-Gaza war

The Guardian - AU

Tension on the streets, the mushroom trial circus and a devastating terrorist attack – looking back on Australia’s turbulent 2025

There was no shortage of grim and disturbing moments in a fractious year. But also a prime ministerial wedding, a miraculous survival story – and Valerie the dachshund

The Guardian - AU

Hamstring injury rules Gus Atkinson out of Sydney Test

The 27-year-old bows out of his first Ashes series with six wickets at 47.33.

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'Cognitive Downgrade' — New York's Smartphone Ban in Schools Raises Massive Problem

New York's school smartphone ban is exposing a hidden cognitive problem among students, while Australia's social media crackdown raises immediate questions about how digital dependence is reshaping young minds worldwide.

International Business Times UK

Bondi Beach Hero Ahmed Al‑Ahmed Recalls Wrestling Gun From Shooter: 'I Don't Want to See People Killed'

Syrian-Australian hero Ahmed Al‑Ahmed recalls how he tackled a Bondi Beach gunman to save many lives.

International Business Times UK

Official MCG pitch rating revealed after backlash following Boxing Day Ashes Test

England ended their almost 15-year wait for a win in Australia by claiming victory inside two days in the Boxing Day Test

The Independent UK

How Can We Strengthen Mental Health Services Across Regional Australia?

For individuals and communities everywhere, mental health is a vital piece in the grand wellbeing puzzle

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Families of Bondi Beach victims demand more action on antisemitism and security

Victims’ families have penned an open letter demanding more action on antisemitism

The Independent UK

Cruise ship grounds off PNG, passengers to fly home

Passengers on an Australian cruise ship that ran aground off Papua New Guinea will be flown home on a charter flight as efforts continue to refloat the vessel.

AAP

Pioneering university leader and researcher remembered

The first woman to lead one of Australia's top universities has died aged 52 following a battle with cancer.

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More scans for Cummins, stars tipped for T20 World Cup

The return of superstar Pat Cummins hinges on the result of back scans next month, but two of Australia's best T20 players are on track for the World Cup.

The Independent UK

Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ashes ‘done’ ahead of SCG Test

The teams reconvene for the final time at the SCG on Sunday with the hosts seeking an emphatic 4-1 win.

The Guardian - AU

Rain, fire risk and a cyclone: flood alerts in Queensland’s north as wild weather forecast across Australia

Warnings of extreme fire danger in SA regions, while Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracks towards WA

AAP

Atkinson out: England lose third Ashes quick

England arrived in Australia with a four-strong pace cartel ready to rock the hosts. They will end the series with just one of them still standing.

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ICC makes judgment on MCG wicket after two-day Test

The MCG wicket has been deemed the worst for any Test worldwide in almost two years, as Australia coach Andrew McDonald urged curators to retain their autonomy.

The Guardian - AU

Matthew Potts poised to play in fifth Ashes Test after England rule out Gus Atkinson

Tourists expected to pick fast bowler in XI for series finale at SCG, while the Cricket Australia boss is confident of a ‘good wicket’ in Sydney

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Khawaja guaranteed for SCG, future unclear after that

Usman Khawaja will play in the Ashes finale at the SCG, but Australian coach Andrew McDonald remains in the dark about the 39-year-old's future beyond that.

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Momentum for gender equality to build on big 2025 wins

Major steps towards gender equality in 2025 must be built on for Australia to further narrow the gender gap in politics, at home and in working life.

The Conversation

How did Australian laws change in 2025? Here are 6 you need to know

Some people take heart in the idea that the law is resistant to change, arguing that this reinforces its stability. Others delight in its ability to adapt to change, as that reflects its flexibility. In our eyes, the latter view is rapidly gaining ascendancy.

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Australia star Head not fazed on opening role future

Australia star Travis Head says he's not precious about continuing to open the batting beyond this Ashes and will bat wherever coaches tell him to.

The Independent UK

Kyrgios defeats Sabalenka in straight-sets to win controversial ‘Battle of the Sexes’ tennis exhibition - reaction

Kyrgios, the former Wimbledon finalist, won 6-3 6-3 to defeat the women’s No 1 and four-time grand slam champion Sabalenka

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