New Australian PM Doesn't Close Door on Zimbabwe Tours

The two sides may not be scheduled to meet again until 2011, but new Australian PM Kevin Rudd is already being asked about his stance on tours to the country by the Zimbabwe cricket team. Rudd has served as an election monitor in Zimbabwe & is therefore aware of what the situation on the ground is like, but he's taking a more measured approach than his predecessor John Howard, and will consult on the issue prior to any tour:

"I understand the interests of the game, I understand the importance of sport and international relations, so I'd sit down with those people [Cricket Australia] first. I'd rather take this in a measured way."

At least he's got a few years to make up his mind...
Cricket365 - Rudd to Consult CA Over Zimbabwe