Wool costs and duties push up Australian cloth prices
A reader argues that rising demand for wool since New Year masks higher production costs and government charges. He traces the path from greasy wool to finished fabric, showing duties, freight, and margins inflate the final price beyond UK and European equivalents, urging reforms to prevent price distortions.
Australian cricketer Hird signs Lancashire League bid
Australia faces loss of Test hopeful S Hird after accepting an offer to play in England with Lancashire League. Terms undisclosed. Hird expected to move in March. Friends say he sought departure due to lack of permanent prospects in Australia. At 22, the New South Wales all rounder, famed with bat and ball, could boost English hopes.
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