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Improving fire risk management in Nepal through joint collaboration with Australia

Australia has extensive experience working on fire risks, as bushfires are common and widespread due to the hot and dry climate.

NSW polls give Labor a modest lead; PM Albanese’s ratings dropped

While the Coalition only gained one point on two-party vote, the change in primary votes implies that the Coalition’s gains were greater, and that rounding saved Labor from a 53-47 Newspoll.

Student loans have become unfair to women but there is a way to fix this

Former students are taking around 12 years to repay their debts and repayment times are trending upward.

Tax breaks cost a reported $250 billion, but handle these new figures with care

A tax rebate, effectively paid out of government funds but delivered through the tax system, might be called a “tax expenditure”, while a cash payment might be called a direct expenditure.

Do you know how astronomers are looking for life beyond Earth?

Unlike in Star Wars, we’re not talking far, far away in another galaxy, but rather around other nearby stars.

Is ‘Caste’ being weaponized against the Indian Diaspora?

The narrative that Hindus are religiously obliged to observe “caste” is a trope derived from Protestant theology, their debates over scriptures, and anti-cleric prejudices.

Australia has a new cybersecurity agenda with two key questions at its heart

Hackers have leaked personal information including driver's licenses, passports and highly personal medical details.

Climate change is fuelling the rise of superbugs. What can we do to save ourselves?

Climate change is accelerating the emergence and spread of these “superbugs”, which thrive in warm, wet conditions.

What happens if the government goes against the advice of the Voice to Parliament?

The proposed amendment, as currently drafted, gives the Voice a potentially wide remit.

Why Australian multicultural communities have higher likelihood of mental health concerns 

It is critical to explore the inclusion of religion/spirituality in the mental health care of CALD populations.

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Sydney man charged over alleged $1.5m NDIS fraud linked to organised crime

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