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SYDNEY, October 8, 2025 – A bombshell report has revealed that Australian cricket stars Pat Cummins and Travis Head have rejected massive offers of nearly $10 million AUD per year to ditch international cricket for full-time franchise leagues. The informal proposals, reportedly made by overseas T20 outfits, would have seen the captain and his deputy…
October 8, 2025 | Sydney, Australia A Controversial Funding Decision Australia’s contribution to a Chinese renewable energy project has ignited fierce debate, with critics claiming taxpayer dollars are being diverted overseas while domestic energy bills soar. According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), a total of $13.6 million in Australian funds—part of Canberra’s long-term investment…
October 6 2025 | Sydney, Australia The Australian Government is pressing ahead with a sweeping agenda to reshape Australia’s workforce for the age of artificial intelligence (AI). Led by Amanda Rishworth, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, the reform drive emphasises that AI will augment human work rather than replace it — equipping Australians with…
October 6 2025 | Sydney, Australia Seven Australians Detained After Flotilla Interception Seven Australian citizens detained by Israeli forces following the interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla are alleging “degrading and humiliating treatment” while in custody. The Global Sumud Flotilla — a 42-vessel humanitarian convoy carrying over 450 international participants — was stopped by the Israeli…
Australian racing star Alex Ninovic has notched up his eighth victory of the 2025 GB3 Championship season, despite a cheeky 10-second penalty for a jump start at Donington Park. Starting from second on the grid, the 17-year-old Rodin Motorsport driver blasted past pole-sitter Reza Seewooruthun to take the lead and never looked back. With a…