Two-Day Boxing Day Test Sparks MCG Pitch Fury
The Boxing Day Test at the MCG ended in just two days, leaving 90,000 fans disappointed and Cricket Australia facing huge losses. Curator Matt Page explains the grassy pitch decision.
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England's Two-Day Test Win Hits Cricket Australia Financially
England's historic two-day Boxing Day Test victory ends a 15-year drought in Australia and delivers a multi-million dollar financial hit to Cricket Australia due to lost match days. Read the full analysis.
Cricket chiefs warned after two-day Test disaster
Cricket Australia faces pressure after a two-day Gabba Test. Experts warn such a result would be catastrophic in an Ashes series. Read the full analysis.
England's Ashes woes worsen with Gus Atkinson injury
England's disastrous Ashes tour suffers another blow as fast bowler Gus Atkinson injures his hamstring at the MCG. The setback leaves their bowling attack in tatters ahead of the Sydney Test. Follow the latest cricket news and updates.
CA to step in on Test pitches after revenue hit
Cricket Australia will consider a stronger role in pitch preparation after short Tests, including the Boxing Day match, cost millions in revenue. CEO Todd Greenberg says 'short Tests are bad for business.'
Six-wicket collapse pushes Ashes Test towards two-day finish
Australia's dramatic batting collapse at the MCG has the Boxing Day Test on track to finish inside two days, posing a major financial blow for Cricket Australia. Follow the live action.
Tongue backs Bazball after England's Boxing Day collapse
Josh Tongue defends England's aggressive batting after a dramatic 30-over collapse at the MCG. Get the full details on the Ashes Boxing Day Test capitulation.
England's Tongue rips through Aussie top-order at MCG
Josh Tongue spearheaded a stunning England fightback on day one of the Boxing Day Test, claiming three key wickets as Australia slumped to 4-72. Read the full match report.
Boxing Day Sport: The Real Australian Christmas Celebration
For many Aussies, the real holiday joy begins on December 26th with a marathon of cricket, sailing, and international sports. Discover why Boxing Day sport outshines Christmas.
Shane Warne's Legacy Honoured at MCG Boxing Day Test
The MCG Boxing Day Test will be a poignant tribute to Shane Warne. Fans can check heart health at legacy stations, while past greats tip their hats in a special daily ceremony. Read more.
Sydney Islamic Centre Closed by Council Over Unauthorised Use
Canterbury Bankstown Council has shut down the Al Madina Dawah Centre, an unauthorised prayer hall linked to cleric Wissam Haddad. The centre lacked proper approval and has faced previous compliance issues.
Australia names Ashes squad for Fourth Test, Richardson recalled
Jhye Richardson is in line for a Test return after four years, while Todd Murphy replaces Nathan Lyon. Pat Cummins is officially ruled out of the Boxing Day clash. Get the full squad details.
Jhye Richardson Recalled to Australian Ashes Camp
Fast bowler Jhye Richardson has been called back to the Australian squad as injury cover ahead of the Boxing Day Test. Get the latest Ashes team news and updates.
Free urgent care clinic opens near Canberra Hospital
A new bulk-billing Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has opened in Phillip, just 2km from Canberra Hospital, aiming to reduce non-urgent ED presentations and provide free, accessible care seven days a week.
England's Bazball strategy unravels in stunning Test defeat
England's Bazball approach suffered a spectacular collapse in the first Test against West Indies. See how the aggressive strategy backfired and what it means for the series.
Johnson Backs Head as Permanent Test Opener
Mitchell Johnson says Travis Head should stay as Test opener, a move crucial for Australia's batting transition. Read his full analysis here.
Travis Head's 170 sparks Ashes opener debate
Travis Head's brilliant 170 as opener has Australia pondering a permanent move up the order. Can he keep the spot after Khawaja's return? Read the full analysis.
Stokes injury mystery as England struggle in Adelaide
England captain Ben Stokes is under an injury cloud after failing to bowl on Day 3 of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide. Experts speculate on the issue as England's hopes fade. Get the latest updates.
Steve Smith out of Adelaide Test due to vertigo
Star batter Steve Smith has been ruled out of the third Ashes Test in Adelaide due to a recurrence of vertigo. Australian medical staff are confident he will be fit for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
No Khawaja recall for Third Ashes Test, Cummins confirms
Pat Cummins confirms Usman Khawaja will not return for the Adelaide Test as Australia backs its current top order. Victory this week would secure the Ashes series win.
Hawks Legend Saville Reveals Pressure of NBL Title Defence
Illawarra Hawks great Glen Saville opens up on the immense pressure facing the team as their NBL championship defence teeters. Can they turn it around?
Broad: England's leadership vacuum exposed in Ashes
Stuart Broad pinpoints England's lack of experienced bowlers as a critical flaw, leaving captain Ben Stokes overburdened as Australia closes in on a dominant 2-0 Ashes series lead at the Gabba.
England's Gabba fielding blunders give Australia Ashes lead
England dropped five catches on Day 2 at the Gabba, allowing Australia to build a 44-run lead. Can they fight back? Follow the action live on Seven.
Labor's spending blamed for WA cost of living pain
Paul Murray argues the WA and Federal Labor governments must curb spending to ease the cost of living crisis. Read his analysis on fiscal policy impacts.
Urgent Care Clinic doubles staff after huge demand
Charlestown's Medicare Urgent Care Clinic has doubled its medical staff following overwhelming demand, treating nearly 15,000 patients in its first year. The expansion aims to reduce pressure on local hospital emergency departments.
Usman Khawaja out of second Ashes Test
Usman Khawaja has been ruled out of the second Ashes Test due to a back injury. Travis Head is set to open again after his Perth century. Get the latest team news.
Day-Night Tests Secure in Future Ashes, Says CA
Cricket Australia commits to day-night Tests in future home Ashes series, responding to Joe Root's scepticism. Plans for Gabba's future and the 2027 MCG anniversary Test confirmed.
The damaging ritual of year-end workplace deadlines
Career expert Zoë Wundenberg argues that the frantic December rush in Australian offices erodes dignity, distorts priorities, and wastes a crucial chance for reflection and resilience-building.
Man accused of supplying pistols to Bandidos bikie gang
A Canberra man described as an 'extreme danger' is accused of supplying unauthorised firearms to senior Bandidos members. Bail denied. Read the latest court details.
Labuschagne on Khawaja's Test future: 'Team comes first'
Marnus Labuschagne won't offer Usman Khawaja advice as the veteran opener's Test career hangs in the balance. Get the latest Ashes squad news and analysis.
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