AMIT SARWAL

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Amit Sarwal is Melbourne-based academic, writer, translator, and former radio broadcaster. He is the Founding Convenor of Australia-India Interdisciplinary Research Network (AIIRN), Co-founder of the Australia Today news network and Founder of Kula Press.

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NSW community language teachers recognised for 47 years of multicultural education

The NSW Federation of Community Language Schools represents more than 220 member schools, 29,000 students, 2,700 teachers, and dedicated volunteers teaching 72 languages across 460 locations in the state.

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One million refugees granted visas in Australia, 300,000 on waiting list

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Fiji’s Prime Minister Rabuka reveals personal and family toll of Fiji’s coup era

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Warm wishes from friend Modi as Albanese becomes first prime minister to wed in office

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BUSINESS

Metro Tunnel opens today, marking a new chapter for Melbourne transport

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BUSINESS

Born in Australia, lived for India: Dr Mary Glowrey moves closer to sainthood

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BUSINESS

Senator Penny Wong named among Time’s most influential climate leaders for 2025

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BUSINESS

Shock resignation rocks Fiji truth inquiry during PM Rabuka’s landmark testimony

Public hearings began in Suva on 7 October 2025 and have been livestreamed to ensure accessibility for the Fijian diaspora.

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Mark Dreyfus appointed as Australia’s new special envoy for international human rights

“Mark Dreyfus is one of the most accomplished and widely respected parliamentarians of recent decades.”

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