Uzzy threat sure to keep T20 batsmen on toes
THE spectre of cricket’s one-day superstar in waiting - Usman Khawaja - will haunt Australia’s batsmen at every turn, concedes Twenty20 skipper Aaron Finch. Chairman of selectors Rod Marsh indicated there was ‘no rationale’ underpinning run-machine Khawaja’s one-day tour snub for New Zealand.However, former Test keeper Marsh positioned Khawaja as a walk-up start for the World Twenty20 on the sub continent in March despite being overlooked for the three-match T20 series against India starting in ..>> view original'Sarah was my whole world'
Australians offer support to Tasmanian family1:04More than $146,000 has been donated to the family of mother Sarah Paino, who died in a Hobart car crash. THE toddler son of the tragic Hobart pregnant crash mum has no idea she has died, her devastated family have revealed in their first interview.Jordan, 2, was slightly injured in the horror crash that killed Sarah Paino, 24, instantly early Friday morning.As her partner Daniel Stirling, 24, revealed the miracle baby boy born after the crash has..>> view original'Why is such a divisive day celebrated?'
Protesters at today's Invasion Day march in Hobart. Picture: PATRICK BILLINGSMORE than 100 people have turned out for an Invasion Day march through the streets of Hobart.The Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre protest is one of many being held across Australia today, calling for a change to the date of Australia Day — considered by many indigenous people to represent the date their land was invaded by white Europeans.The Hobart march headed to Parliament House lawns, where a series of speeches have been..>> view originalJanuary 26 - Australia Day, Survival Day or Invasion Day?
For some, it's a celebration of culture. For others it's a day of mourning. While many see it as a time to pay tribute to the survival and resilience of Australia's first peoples. For Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders across the country, Australia Day embodies a variety of meanings. The word 'celebrate' is often thrown around come January 26 - but many don't see it as a day of festivities. In Hobart, hundreds will mark the day with a street march to the lawns of Parliament House. ..>> view originalMountain of cash needed
Mt Wellington seen from the Hobart waterfront. Picture: SAM ROSEWARNEHOBART City Council has approved $7.3 million of priority infrastructure projects for Mt Wellington and will now seek funding partners.The projects will be partially funded by the council as part of its forward works program for five years starting from 2016/17. External funding also will be sourced, with a particular focus on Federal Government grants.The three projects are:THE BIG BEND downhill/gravity track, a $2.1 million ..>> view originalHobart crash victim's family experiencing 'conflicting emotions ...
Police allege a teenage driver in a stolen car crashed into Ms Paino. The partner of a pregnant mother killed after an allegedly stolen car crashed into her says the family are experiencing "conflicting emotions" following the miracle birth of their baby boy in the aftermath of the crash.Doctors managed to deliver the baby boy, who was just 32 weeks old, alive following the horrific crash that claimed the life of 24-year-old Sarah Paino.In a statement released today, Ms Paino's partner Daniel S..>> view originalAustralia Day Honours 2016: the full list
Video will begin in 5 seconds. 2016 Australians of the Year honoured This year's recipients include Professor Gordian Fulde, Dr Catherine Keenan, Nic Marchesi and Lucas Patchett. PT2M49S 620 349 COMPANION (AC) IN THE GENERAL DIVISIONDr Susan Marie ALBERTI AO, Wheelers Hill, Vic Advertisement For eminent service to the community, particularly through philanthropic and fundraising support for a range of medical research, education and sporting organisations, as an advocate for ..>> view originalMona owner's many sides
Mona founder David Walsh. Picture: BRIGITA OZOLINS/MONAYOU can call him Dave, DW, Walshy, or, according to his Mona parking spot, simply “God”.Now “Mona owna” David Walsh can add another title to his resume, after being made an Officer in the general division of the Order of Australia (AO) in this year’s Australia Day Honours.Mr Walsh was granted the prestigious status for his distinguished service to the visual arts through the establishment of the Museum of Old and New Art, and as a supporter..>> view originalAustralia Day honours: Children's entertainer Patsy Biscoe made ...
Australia Day honours: Children's entertainer Patsy Biscoe made Member of the Order of Australia Posted January 26, 2016 00:03:47 One of Australia's most iconic children's entertainers has been recognised for her decades of service to the television industry and her community work.Patsy Biscoe has been made a Member of the Order of Australia in this year's Australia Day honours.Generations of children grew up listening to Patsy Biscoe records and watching her sing and..>> view originalHonouring those who make Australia great
All the fine sentiments on Australia Day about the values of our nation would stand for nothing without the people who truly make this a great community. They are the scientists and innovators, philanthropists, doctors, social workers, artists and sporting competitors, business leaders, defence force and emergency services personnel who commit to doing what they do, every day, excellently.These fine Australians might not have the podiums accorded to political leaders or the financial rewards th..>> view original
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