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Deep-sea mining conference spurs rare Cook Islands protest

Skeptics say such minerals are already plentiful on land and warn that mining the seabed could cause irreparable damage to an environment that is still poorly understood. 

No increase in Pacific students in Australia, except from Fiji

Educational exchange is crucial for enhancing connections between individuals and societies and acts as a powerful tool for extending soft power.

How early entry schemes help Year 12 students experiencing disadvantage

In Australia, most domestic students gain admission to an undergraduate degree via an ATAR.

George Speight is free at last, but the ghosts of 2000 Fiji Coup linger

He wants to make a private apology to the former Prime Minister Mahendra Chaudhry, and other politicians who were held captive for 56 days in 2000.

Many people in the Pacific lack access to adequate toilets – and climate change makes things worse

Across Pacific nations, almost half a million people are living in informal urban settlements with a lack of proper sanitation, which can include difficult access to working toilets.

Unemployment of 4.2% is a sign of RBA success, but it might not last. Here’s why

Australia started raising interest rates when inflation reached about the same level as the other countries, but increased them by much less, by 4.25 percentage points, compared for example to 5.25 points in the United States.

Brisbane celebrates Ganesh Festival along with Cultural and Sporting Award Night

Six performances, including an energetic Bhangra routine, the graceful movements of classical Kathak, and an array of dynamic Bollywood dance performances, highlighted the rich cultural heritage of the Maratha community.

How we think about ‘obesity’ and body weight is changing. Here’s why

Recent policy documents in Australia, such as the National Ob*sity Strategy 2022–2032, acknowledge a broader view of ob*sity.

Does the Albanese government’s proposed ‘hate speech’ law give us what we need?

Prosecutions and convictions for these “aggravated” forms of vilification are extremely rare in Australia.

High-speed rail plans may finally end Australia’s 40-year wait to get on board

The ultimate plan is for a high-speed rail network to connect Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and regional communities across the east coast.

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‘King Khan’ charged over alleged unexplained wealth in Fiji as drug investigations widens

The restraining order also covered a $400,000 property, cash held in a local bank, and four vehicles.

Coalition vows to cap top public sector pay as election battle over spending intensifies

Wilson said the savings generated from the cap, estimated at more than $20 million over the next decade, would be redirected toward essential services

Australia’s largest gallery to host exhibition on Hindu god Vishnu’s avatars

“Vishnu’s avatars are responsive, dynamic and shaped by the cultures and communities that embrace them – whether in centuries past or today.”
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