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Bulletins — 2026-08-13
News
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In major news, Australia's government is set to bail out an aluminium smelter at a cost of two point five billion dollars over the next ten years, with the Commonwealth and New South Wales splitting costs and Rio Tinto contributing at least one point one billion dollars to shift towards renewable energy.
In troubling social news, a failed One Nation candidate in Western Australia has made offensive comments labeling gay people as having a mental illness.
Eli Lilly's CEO is calling out Australia on negotiations for their drug Mounjaro and also critiquing the previous U.S. administration's approach to children's vaccines.
In international relations, Japan responds to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's gesture involving a gift of melons, which stirred controversy.
In Bali, one person has died and two hundred twelve have been rescued from a ferry fire.
Finally, a mother chimp's attempted reunion with her baby led to aggression, complicating their reintroduction.
That’s the news for now on JazzRadio.com.au.
Sport
This is JazzRadio.com.au with your latest sports news.
Former Test opener Ed Cowan has warned that Australia's under-fire batters face a make-or-break two-Test series against Bangladesh. With a busy year of Test cricket ahead, their performance could determine their futures on the team.
In Geelong, coach Chris Scott addressed the ongoing concussion saga surrounding Jake Kolodjashnij, emphasizing the need for privacy amid what he called a harsh desire for information.
In other news, winter cricket is set to kick off in the Top End as Australia hosts Bangladesh in Darwin and Mackay. Fans can look forward to a thrilling two-Test series, with all the details available for those interested.
And finally, in a bizarre moment, an American high school football player's practice was interrupted by a venomous snake found inside his helmet. The shocking incident has been captured on video.
Stay tuned for more updates here on JazzRadio.com.au.