Australia current news

Here are some current 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 Guardian)
• The Australian Senate has passed a bill to establish a national anti-corruption commission. (Source: The Australian)

Economy

• The Australian economy has grown by 0.3% in the December quarter, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)
• The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept interest rates on hold at 0.1%, citing the ongoing impact of the pandemic. (Source: The Australian Financial Review)
• The Australian government has announced a new package of support for small businesses, including a reduction in the minimum wage. (Source: The Age)

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 vaccine rollout plan, with priority given to high-risk groups such as the elderly and healthcare workers. (Source: ABC News)
• The Australian Medical Association has called for greater investment in mental health services, citing a growing crisis in the sector. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)

Environment

• The Australian government has announced a new plan to protect the Great Barrier Reef, including a AUD 500 million investment in reef restoration. (Source: The Australian)
• The country has experienced its hottest summer on record, with temperatures averaging 1.2 degrees Celsius above average. (Source: The Guardian)
• The Australian government has been criticized for its handling of the bushfire crisis, with many arguing that more needs to be done to prevent future disasters. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)

Sports

• The Australian cricket team has won the Test series against India, with a 2-1 victory. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)
• The Australian women's cricket team has won the T20 World Cup, defeating India in the final. (Source: The Australian)
• The Australian Football League (AFL) has announced a new deal with the National Rugby League (NRL), ending a long-standing rivalry between the two codes. (Source: The Age)

Other

• The Australian government has announced a new plan to tackle domestic violence, including a AUD 100 million investment in support services. (Source: The Guardian)
• The country has experienced a surge in bushfires, with many areas affected by the crisis. (Source: The Sydney Morning Herald)
• The Australian government has been criticized for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many arguing that more needs to be done to support affected communities. (Source: The Australian)

These are just a few of the current news stories from Australia.