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A new security agreement between Australia and the Solomon Islands, Australian aid agencies launch an appeal for earthquake-struck Vanuatu; and in cycling, 2025 La Vuelta race to start in Italy for first time.

A warning issued on a developing cyclone headed for Vanuatu, as it deals with the aftermath of a deadly earthquake; New Year's Eve plans to be impacted by public transport chaos; the search for the new coach of the Matildas could extend past February.

Another two flights bringing Australians home from Vanuatu arrive in Brisbane; A French court finds nearly 50 men guilty of raping a 72-year-old woman; Melbourne Victory coach Arthur Diles steps in after Patrick Kisnorbo's abrupt resignation

A new report shows a significant rise in racism and discrimination in Australian universities; Energy provider AGL receives a record breaking fine; An iconic Aussie trio help Arsenal to a crucial 3-2 victory.

Australians face higher taxes and service cuts unless government addresses debt problem; US and Arab mediators work to finalise Israel-Hamas agreement to end Gaza conflict; Heat begin title defence with dominant win over Stars at the MCG.

Australia to reopen its embassy in Kyiv next month; Fiji's government denies finding methanol or illicit drugs in cocktails that hospitalised two Australians; Australia and India settle for a draw in the third test

Australian rescue teams say saving lives is their first priority after a deadly earthquake in Vanuatu; The Opposition criticises the government's economic management; Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior named FIFA men's player of the year.

Three Australian airforce transport planes depart for Vanuatu to help with rescue efforts after a deadly earthquake; The mid-year budget update released; Australia prepares to defend its Rose Bowl title against New Zealand.

Australia deploys aid to Vanuatu after it was struck by an earthquake; Alan Jones set to make his first court appearance today; And in football, a Chelsea player reportedly fails drug test.

Bashar al-Assad makes his first public statement since leaving Syria; Experts issue a warning over the rise of Islamophobia in Australia; And in sport, Australia takes control of third test against India at the Gabba.