The Daily Aus Headlines: Cyclone makes landfall in Qld, tracks towards NT
Mar 20, 2026
A powerful Category 4 cyclone has made landfall in northern Queensland, with reports of destructive gusts and major impacts. New air strikes have been reported between Israel and Iran, raising regional tensions and market ripples. FIFA is enforcing a rule that all women’s national teams at world tournaments must include a woman as head or assistant coach. A Hawaii university recovered over 84,000 kilos of ocean waste.
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Category 4 Cyclone Norel Hits Cape York
- Cyclone Norel made landfall as a Category 4, bringing destructive wind gusts to Queensland's Cape York Peninsula.
- The Bureau of Meteorology warned of airborne debris, major structural damage and likely long-term power outages, urging residents to shelter indoors.
New Strikes Escalate Israel Iran Tensions
- Israel launched a fresh wave of attacks targeting Iranian infrastructure, escalating regional tensions.
- The strikes followed Iran's response to an earlier Israeli attack and came as energy prices rose after damage to major gas processing sites.
FIFA Mandates Women On Coaching Staffs
- FIFA now requires every women's team at world tournaments to have a woman as head or assistant coach.
- The rule applies across senior and youth national and club competitions, aiming to increase coaching pathways and visibility for women.