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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.

Get set for more extreme weather across Australia this spring and summer

Australia’s severe weather season is really from October to April.

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‘Death threat’ targets Indian PM Narendra Modi ahead of Melbourne visit as Australian Federal Police traces suspect’s IP

The threat appeared beneath a Facebook post announcing the “Melbourne Meets Modi” community event, scheduled to be held at Marvel Stadium on 9 July.

Indian Customs arrest Melbourne passenger after seizing 484g of gold at Amritsar airport

Acting on suspicion, officers intercepted the male passenger and conducted a detailed examination, including X-ray screening and a personal search.

Deeming refuses to admit false allegation despite regreting court action in a plea to Liberal colleagues

“Please allow me to tell you how keenly aware I am of the fact this must be negatively impacting you, and I deeply grieve it and regret it”
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