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.

INNOVATION

Melbourne commuters get an early Christmas gift from Premier Allan with Metro Tunnel opening

The Summer Start will see Metro Tunnel services running seven days a week, stopping at all five new underground stations: Arden, Parkville, State Library, Town Hall and Anzac.

INNOVATION

AI could improve Indigenous healthcare if guided by First Nations voices, CSIRO report

The consultations identified three key priorities for responsible AI use in Indigenous health.

INNOVATION

Crackdown on dodgy job ads nets $185,000 in fines across Australia

Since laws banning dodgy job advertisements came into effect, the workplace regulator has intensified its efforts to stop underpayment before it begins.

POLITICS

Pesutto and Mansfield visit marks new chapter in Victoria–Fiji twin-parliament ties

Victorian Members of Parliament are in Suva this week as part of a seminar with Fijian MPs aimed at strengthening the legislative process in Fiji through improved scrutiny of bills.

INNOVATION

Australia remembers victims of October 7 as ‘disgraceful’ pro-Hamas graffiti in Melbourne draws outrage

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, in a statement marking the anniversary, said the day remained one of “pain and terror for Jewish people around the world” and urged Australians to “never forget the atrocities inflicted by Hamas.”

INNOVATION

Report reveals international students’ true impact on NSW economy beyond dollars and degrees

International education is NSW’s second-largest export, generating $12.8 billion in total economic activity and supporting nearly 120,000 full-time equivalent jobs.

INNOVATION

Perth hosts first Kabaddi and Sports Cultural Festival celebrating Indian-Australian community spirit

“I used to play Kabaddi in my hometown, school, and university, so it was great to be surrounded by the sport again as a spectator,” said Indian-Australian politician Kevin Michel.

IMMIGRATION

Devika Chaudhary recognised for outstanding contribution to the community at 2025 Multicultural Youth Awards

Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award recognises a young individual or group making a significant positive difference through impactful volunteer work or community projects.

HEALTH

UWA and India’s AMTZ forge partnership to boost global MedTech research and training

The partnership will also drive knowledge exchange in critical areas such as innovation, clinical trials, and MedTech research, fostering cross-border cooperation between government, industry, and academia.

INNOVATION

Nepali community in Fiji praised for preserving culture and traditions

“Your culture, tradition, religion, language, food and dress – these are essential components of your identity. Preserve them, and preserve your Nepali heritage.”

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