The Queensland Government has investigated pulling out of hosting the 2032 Olympics, according to the state-based Nine network in Brisbane.
The former England captain and 2005 Ashes hero will act as head coach for the Headingley-based side this summer.
Hong Kong legislators unanimously passed a new national security law on Tuesday, introducing penalties such as life imprisonment for crimes related to treason and insurrection, and up to 20 years' jail for the theft of state secrets. Penalties run up to life in prison for sabotage endangering national security, treason and insurrection, 20 years for espionage and sabotage, and 14 years for external interference.