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.

Faith leaders unite in Melbourne to strengthen peace and harmony across Victoria

Hosted by the Victorian Multicultural Commission’s (VMC) Multifaith Advisory Group (MAG), the event brought together senior leaders from Victoria’s faith communities to reflect on ways to build a more harmonious and inclusive Victoria.

Fiji secures US$27 million climate investment to protect nature and livelihoods

Fiji’s economy remains closely tied to the health of its natural environment — tourism accounts for about 40% of GDP and 20% of jobs, while agriculture, fisheries, and forestry contribute around 32% of GDP and 40% of employment.

Australian and Indian soldiers celebrate Diwali together during AUSTRAHIND 2025 in Perth

The shared commitment of India and Australia to regional peace, security, and stability, underscoring the deepening strategic trust and defence partnership.

Victorian government dismisses ‘disinformation’ on West Gate tunnel air stacks, says project meets safety standards

“Independent assessments have confirmed that the West Gate Tunnel will actually improve air quality in Melbourne’s inner west,” Minister Horne said.

Victorian seniors Pradeep Kanthan and Dilnaz Billimoria recognised for community leadership and advocacy

Minister for Ageing Ingrid Stitt MP, Robert Caulfield, President of the Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria and Seniors Rights Victoria, joined Governor of Victoria Prof. Margaret Gardner AC to present the awards.

Ministers meet in Canberra to advance new Australia-PNG alliance

“Australia and Papua New Guinea are the oldest of friends, closest of neighbours, and soon-to-be, newest of allies. Today, we take our first steps in shaping a peaceful, stable and prosperous Blue Pacific.”

‘He likes Australians’: Albanese extends warm invite to Trump

When asked about ongoing tariff tensions, Albanese said he raised the issue directly with the President.

AFP’s ClickFit campaign urges Aussies to think before they click

“Just like drivers learn to spot hazards on the road, we want online users to recognise the warning signs of cybercrime.”

Victoria invests $30m to open up forests for locals and tourists

The investment will unlock 1.8 million hectares of forest, improve trails and campgrounds, and enhance key sites.

Australia empowers Indo-Pacific innovators to reinvent plastic waste

From turning ghost nets into recycled pellets to developing sprayable biodegradable mulch for sustainable farming, IPPIN projects are giving waste a second life.

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Attempted bombing of Perth Invasion Day rally declared terrorist attack as AFP issues national warning

Investigators had worked intensively to assess whether the accused acted alone and whether there was any ongoing risk to the community.

British tourists deported from India for allegedly putting pro-Palestine stickers in holy town

“Our monitoring of foreign nationals is very strict. Anyone found breaching tourist visa conditions will face strict action, including deportation and blacklisting.”

Record growth for TAFE and VET students in South Australia

Student numbers rose by 4 per cent to 67,915, while subject enrolments jumped 7.6 per cent and training hours increased 8.3 per cent. Program enrolments also grew by 0.6 per cent—the only increase nationwide.
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