New Zealand bans imports of bananas from Australia because of the outbreak of the papaya fruit fly in Queensland.
Political:
Unemployment is on the rise again in Australia - a factor which is not going to help the Labor party in the next Federal election - now predicted to be held in March 1996.
Business:
MIM shareholders have attacked directors for refusing to accept the blame for the company's disasterous Au$216 million loss in the 1995 financial year.
Sport:
Sloppy fielding by the Pakistanis let Australia off the hook in the first cricket test being held at the Gabba In Queensland. After the first day Australia were 4 for 262.
Social:
School leavers (renowned for the damage they cause to property) are to be forced to pay bonds of Au$1,000 when renting accommodation on Queensland's Gold Coast.
Personal trivia:
Well today is the day that we launch GLOBE International. From 2pm Australian Eastern Standard time you will be able
to view the press release and web on GLOBE.