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Western Sydney International handled its first international passenger flight on October 26, 2026. Officials say the new airport will add capacity for passengers and freight, create local jobs and open new trade and tourism routes for western Sydney and beyond.
The Albanese government announced a $10 million funding package on October 24, 2026 to complete upgrades at Cloncurry Airport in north west Queensland. The investment aims to prevent an operational downgrade that would have constrained fly in fly out mining services, freight and aeromedical links, with wider implications for regional supply chains and local labour markets.
Australia named a reshuffled Wallabies side on October 15, 2026, with Declan Meredith to start at flyhalf and Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to earn his 50th Test cap as the team seeks pride in the final Bledisloe Cup fixture at Accor Stadium.
Georgia Voll blasted an unbeaten 131 at Allan Border Field as Australia chased down 222 in under 29 overs to secure a nine wicket win and take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match ODI series.
Former New South Wales premier Mike Baird has resigned as chair of Cricket Australia after losing state backing over plans to privatise Big Bash League clubs. Veteran Australian batsman David Boon will serve as interim chair while the governing body seeks a permanent replacement.
Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli won the first Formula One race staged at Madrid’s new Madring circuit, extending his 2026 championship lead after a dramatic Spanish Grand Prix shaped by strategy and a virtual safety car.
Rising oil and gas prices are colliding with higher borrowing costs across major economies, creating a difficult combination for households, businesses and central banks as concerns about persistent inflation and weaker growth return.