RARE PHOTOS: Mackay - The Real Truth

Australia’s ideal team for South Africa tour still no clearer than before Bangladesh visit

The quick-fire series in the Northern Territory did little to answer batting line-up questions and the top of the order remains an almighty jumble

The Guardian - AU · Aug 25

Cummins reveals ODI plan ahead of Tests in South Africa

Australia captain Pat Cummins has stressed the importance of the upcoming three-Test tour of South Africa and will use white-ball cricket to get ready to fire.

AAP · Aug 23

Australia thrash Bangladesh by innings and 51 runs in Mackay to tie series

Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon secured Australia a dominant innings victory. Bangladesh collapsed twice, bowled out for 95 after their first innings 46. This win squared the two-match series at one apiece for the hosts. Australia's bowlers showed their enduring strength on a bouncy Mackay wicket. The team responded strongly…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Australia make just one change after Darwin debacle

Opener Matt Renshaw is the only change to the Australia XI to take on Bangladesh in the second Test in Mackay, with the pitch expected to assist the quicks.

AAP · Aug 21

Australia seek redemption after 'Darwin Disaster' against giant-killing Bangladesh

Australia aims for a significant victory in the second test against Bangladesh. The team seeks to recover from their surprising nine-wicket defeat in Darwin. Matt Renshaw returns to the opening batting position to address team issues. Bangladesh seeks to build on their historic first test win on Australian soil. Both…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Opener axed for second Test as Renshaw gets recall

Queensland left-hander Matt Renshaw has been drafted into the Australian squad after the first Test debacle claimed the scalp of Jake Weatherald.

AAP · Aug 18

Bangladesh skipper sets his sights on 2-0 Test sweep

After their greatest Test win and a call from their prime minister, Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto has turned to beating Australia again in Mackay.

AAP · Aug 17

Police search for body after woman charged with murder

Police are calling for help to locate the remains of a man after a woman was charged with his murder, six months after his disappearance.

AAP · May 8

Mackay locked in to host first Test match

Cricket Australia has confirmed the schedule for Australia's two-match Test series against Bangladesh to be played in August.

AAP · Feb 25

Darwin Test return looms in CA's 'ideal' scenario

Cricket Australia has revealed its plans for Tests against Bangladesh in 2026, including ending a 22-year wait for Darwin.

AAP · Aug 29, 2025