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Do you know about the Australian school run by parents?

The federal government now funds 80% of each non-government school’s schooling resource standard.

Plastic, glass waste: Tonga’s ongoing environmental problem

Tonga is made up of approximately 170 islands and atolls, with a total sea area of 700,000 square kilometers.

How do I tell my kids we are currently short on money – without freaking them out?

Many kids learn about their parents financial difficulties this way. Something they’ve always been able to have is suddenly denied them. The penny drops.

Free media must always be the pinnacle of democracy in the Pacific

PNG’s draft media policy, announced on February 6 this year, was designed to improve democracy, and support the country’s development, according to Mr Masiu.

Will National Anti-Corruption Commission live up to high expectations and potential mountain of work

The answers will be crucial not only to its own reputation, but overall public confidence in our newly strengthened public integrity system.

Reasons behind Australia’s sliding productivity growth

Non-mining business investment in Australia has stagnated over recent decades, as it has in a number of other advanced economies.

Cricket commentators love to talk about the ‘nervous nineties’ – do you know what it is?

While cricket is a team sport, the individual accumulation of 100 runs is universally hailed as a major batting achievement.

Authenticity at the heart of Indigenous filmmaking

The Soli Bula short film is a testament to the growing presence of Pacific Islander filmmakers in the film industry.

Should Gladys Berejiklian’s corruption report put all public officials on notice

The ICAC report on Berejiklian’s conduct will further diminish Australia’s standing, but does it mean we necessarily have more corruption?

How to help your child prepare for high school

More than 30% said “happy”, “excited” or “confident”. But 25% replied “fear” and 13% said “uncertainty”.

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Unauthorised Indian migration agent jailed after Australia study visa fraud involving fake university documents

The accused allegedly assured the complainant that the visa would be arranged within 90 days and collected nearly AUD 34,000 in instalments.

New state-of-the-art cardiac cath lab brings lifesaving care closer for Pacific children

The facility was officially opened by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Suva, strengthening the country’s ability to diagnose and treat complex cardiac conditions locally.

“Peace always worth fighting for”: Prime Minister and Opposition Leader pay Anzac Day tributes

“What their legacy proves to us is that even when peace seems elusive, it is always worth fighting for.”
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