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HEALTH

Scale of child abuse in Australia is disturbing and delivers ‘wake-up call’

"This is a wake-up call to all of us, across all levels of government, and the community. We must do better."
INNOVATION

Vehicle repair company faces court for allegedly underpaying about $19k to worker

"Any employees with concerns about their pay or entitlements should contact the Fair Work Ombudsman for free advice and assistance.”
INNOVATION

Former fruit and vegetable shop owner in court for allegedly not back-paying two part-time workers

Fair Work Ombudsman Sandra Parker said the regulator would continue to enforce workplace laws and take business operators to court where lawful requests are not complied with.
HEALTH

Getting Protection Visa for temporary resident family violence victims made easy from 31 march

"We must do all we can to prevent women from having to choose between their safety or their visa status.” 
INNOVATION

$14 million worth of heroin found in model truck

Thirty-five kilograms of heroin has an estimated wholesale value of about $10 million and a street value of more than $14 million.
INNOVATION

In a historic upset Labor wins Aston by-election

Labor had secured 41 per cent of the primary vote to the Liberals' 38 per cent and the Greens' 11 per cent.
INNOVATION

NSW man charged for allegedly sending threatening emails to public officials

“Hiding behind a keyboard to issue threats against politicians does not ensure anonymity.”
INNOVATION

Tasmanian man charged with allegedly trafficking drugs on domestic flight

During the screening, a drug detection dog indicated a possible trace of illicit drugs on the man, leading to his bags being searched. 
INNOVATION

Hindu-Sikh couple threatened by radical extremist group for organising inclusive Vaisakhi Mela

"On the name of Vaisakhi Mela, you organise dance and singing (Giddha-Bhangra) show that insults Singhs."
INNOVATION

Three Khalistani arrested for violence against Indian-Australians at Federation Square in Melbourne

The investigation remains ongoing and Victoria Police are making enquiries to identify and apprehend any further alleged offenders from the day.
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