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The Man from the Room on the Roof – Peerless Journey of Ruskin Bond

Despite his Himalayan accomplishments and the accolades he has received over seven decades, creator of Rusty, he remains a loving, affable and friendly person.

Call for Pacific journalists to lead environmental action

Dr Michael stressed the importance of collaboration with local and regional media outlets to amplify stories of environmental injustices faced by communities.

A student’s visa has been cancelled for links to ‘weapons of mass destruction’; What’s going on with Australian research security?

Our approach to protecting certain types of research from national security threats is inconsistent and out of step with that of many of our allies

This year marks the 37th anniversary of Fiji’s first military coup on 14 May 1987 – an event that changed the country’s destiny

The lust for political power and privileges by the elites also fed into Fiji's coup culture.

Australia’s future economy hangs on a resilient science system

Australian Science, Australia’s Future: Science 2035 will help governments and others take a more targeted and informed approach.

Pacific journalists are ‘world’s eyes and ears’ on the climate crisis, says EU envoy

The World Press Freedom event held at USP’s Laucala Campus on Friday included a panel discussion by editors and CSO representatives on the theme – Fiji and the Pacific situation.

Custodial sentences for Former Fiji PM Bainimarama and Police Commissioner Qiliho

Bainimarama was granted an absolute discharge while Qiliho received a conditional discharge with a fine of $1500 on 28 March 2024 by the Suva Magistrates Court.

Cumberland City Council banned same-sex parents’ books from its libraries, But since when did councils ban books?

This speaks to the idea of same-sex relationships as being unnatural or strange, and therefore something that requires explanation and consent to discuss.

Tech-based sexual harassment at work is common, male-dominated and often intended to cause harm

Perpetrators use their work email (31%), personal phone or mobile (29%), personal email (26%), and work phone or mobile (25%).

Job scams are on the rise, What are they, and how can you protect yourself?

Scammers target their victims based on their online behaviour, financial situation, needs and even vulnerability to certain types of persuasion.

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27-year-old charged over alleged ‘cash for demerit points’ scheme involving 1,266 fines worth approximately $620,000

Police allege the woman advertised on social media, offering to accept other motorists’ fines and demerit points in exchange for payment.

Indian-origin PhD researcher Jinal Parmar wins Western Sydney ‘Unsung Hero’ Award for community health work

For Parmar, the award is recognition of work that often happens quietly — through conversations, trust-building and helping people navigate the healthcare system.
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