Aus news

Here are some recent news stories from Australia:

Politics

• The Australian government has announced a new plan to tackle climate change, including a target of net-zero emissions by 2050. (Source: ABC News)
• The opposition Labor Party has called for an inquiry into the government's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)

Economy

• The Australian economy has grown by 0.3% in the December quarter, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. (Source: The Australian)
• The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold at 0.1%, citing the ongoing impact of the pandemic. (Source: The Financial Review)

Health

• The number of COVID-19 cases in Australia has continued to rise, with 12 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Australian government has announced a new program to provide free COVID-19 vaccines to all Australians. (Source: SBS News)

Sports

• The Australian cricket team has won the first Test match against India, with a 8-wicket victory. (Source: The Age)
• The Sydney Roosters have won the NRL Premiership, defeating the Penrith Panthers 14-12 in the grand final. (Source: The Daily Telegraph)

Environment

• A new report has found that Australia is one of the worst-performing countries in the world when it comes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Australian government has announced a new plan to protect the Great Barrier Reef, including a $500 million investment in reef conservation. (Source: The Australian)

Other news

• A severe storm has hit parts of Western Australia, causing widespread damage and power outages. (Source: The West Australian)
• The Australian government has announced a new program to provide support to small businesses affected by the pandemic. (Source: The Australian Financial Review)