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Biplavi Magar wins record $305k after court finds Sydney fast food boss Sher Khan sexually harassed her

“It wasn’t just to get the justice or that kind of fairytale, it was more about to make that person accountable”

New English test rules in Australia could make or break your visa dream— are you prepared?

The updated benchmarks affect several visa types, with score increases ranging from one to five points for certain English proficiency levels.

Victoria launches $36 billion freight plan to drive growth and cut emissions

The fund will also expand electric-charging infrastructure, improve access to low-emissions fuels, and develop new tools for industry

New Zealand launches two game-changing work visas — here’s what you need to know!

These changes aim to provide New Zealand businesses with reliable access to temporary overseas workers while maintaining balanced immigration policies.

Tongan national charged after Villawood detention centre stabbing

The man, who was awaiting deportation for visa breaches, is accused of using an improvised weapon to wound the officer during an incident at the facility on 6 August 2025.

16% of Kiwi school leavers had no qualifications — worst rate in a decade

The figure equates to approximately 10,600 teenagers, and represents a 0.4 percentage point increase on the previous year.

Victorian Multicultural Commission’s forum celebrates multicultural businesses as engines of growth and cohesion

Natalie Suleyman assured about commitment to supporting multicultural business owners with tailored programs and streamlined regulatory processes.

Melbourne’s outer north set to boom with 15,000 new homes and four town centres as new suburb announced

The precinct will also host a new quarry, subject to stringent planning controls—including a buffer zone from residences and a mandatory closure and rehabilitation

Sewage leak stuns travellers at America’s busiest airport

Despite the chaos and speculation that the brown liquid was sewage, officials have not confirmed its exact nature but stated an investigation is underway.

PM Albanese names Krissy Barrett as first female AFP Commissioner

Barrett will officially begin her five-year term on 4 October 2025, following the retirement of Kershaw, who has served as Commissioner since 2019.

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Teen driver charged over death of Indian international student Komalpreet Kaur in Perth carpark crash

Kaur had moved from India to Australia in July 2025 and was studying community services at Stanley College.

Keir Starmer announces resignation as UK Prime Minister amid mounting political pressure

Keir Starmer has announced his resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, ending a period in office that began after Labour’s landslide victory...

India women’s hockey team defeats New Zealand, returns to Pro League with Nations Cup title

In the final, New Zealand enjoyed periods of possession, but India’s defensive structure and counter-attacking intensity proved decisive.
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