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Australian Defence Force is allowing foreign recruits to join

In countries that rely on professional volunteers to populate their armed forces, the military and civilian worlds tend to drift apart and develop distinct (and often conflicting) sets of values, ideologies and attitudes.

eSafety commissioner drops court effort to force Elon Musk to put international ban on stabbing video

Big tech companies should be made to pay “a social licence”... and need to meet laws' requirements if they want access to Australian consumers

New Sankalps from the Sadhana in Kanniyakumari

We must see Bharat's development in a global context, and for this, it is essential that we understand Bharat's internal capabilities.

The strange case of global university rankings and need to decolonize Indian universities curricula

“In 2023, India topped the total overseas higher education expenditure at a whopping $60 billion, followed by China at $40 million.”

Are cheap public transport fares good policy?

The cheap fares will apply to all trips on buses, light rail, trains, and ferries, over any distance, in cities and towns that are part of the Translink network.

Australia is the ‘allergy capital of the world’

An estimated one in ten Australian children develop a food allergy in their first 12 months of life.

Spending too much time on social media and doomscrolling?

During the COVID pandemic, many of us were “cut off” from our social worlds through restrictions, lockdowns and mandates.

Are canned veggies or frozen fruit just as good as fresh produce?

Fruit and vegetables are crucial for a healthy, balanced diet, providing a range of vitamins and minerals as well as fibre.

Age verification for social media would impact all of us

Young Australians use social media for a variety of reasons, from keeping in touch with friends and family, to seeking information and entertainment.

Volunteering Awards 2024: Here’s your chance to be community hero across Victoria

Nominate deserving candidates in eight distinct categories, each designed to recognise different aspects of volunteerism and community impact.

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Kiwifruit firm Dosanjh Horticulture, director Jatinder Singh fined $135,000 over unpaid work and wage breaches

The case involved what officials described as a wage “banking” arrangement, where workers were required to work unpaid hours to offset previous paid time, along with failures to keep accurate employment records and correctly calculate leave entitlements.

International student numbers capped as Australia freezes intake at 295,000 for 2027

“Australia continues to welcome genuine international students seeking a premium Australian education which is great for our unis, domestic students and research.”

Tougher bail laws drive court expansion across Geelong and Melbourne suburbs

Attorney-General Sonya Kilkenny said Victorians expect safety to come first and the government is responding with stronger laws and improved court systems.
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