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Do people still want to go to Mars?

NASA is starting to explore different ways to undertake space missions.

How much weight do you actually need to lose?

BMI classifies bodies as underweight, normal (healthy) weight, overweight or obese and can be a useful tool for weight and health screening.

60% of Australian English teachers think video games are a ‘legitimate’ text to study

While many gamers are over 18, we know video games are very important to young people’s culture and identity.

Focus on masculinity and counselling in the Pacific

The anger and frustration of not being understood may also lead to unwanted violence against women and children.

Planning to buy a renovated home? Here’s what you need to know about tax

The problem home buyers face is that what qualifies as a “substantial renovation” is uncertain.

5 questions your child’s school should be able to answer about bullying

The eSafety Commission recently revealed a 40% jump in cyberbullying reports.

E-scooters are linked with injuries and hospital visits – but we can’t say they are riskier than bikes yet

More than 600 cities globally have embraced e-scooter sharing programs, yet reactions to these micro-mobility vehicles vary, making them a contentious urban planning issue.

What has 2024 in store for the Pacific?

The Pacific will play a small part in the year in which more than half of the global population will go to the polls.

World’s Greatest Shave says goodbye to the chins and hello to a ‘bloody beautiful’ new ‘do’

World’s Greatest Shave celebrates the everyday heroes in our community doing ‘bloody beautiful’ acts of shaving, cutting, colouring, or donating while helping to make the world less lonely, scary, and difficult for blood cancer patients.

Fiji steadfast in addressing climate change with an emphasis on gender inclusivity

“We need greater representation of women in climate-related decision-making at all levels, ensuring that women can influence climate strategies."

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Wyndham council passes unanimous no-confidence motion against Mayor Preet Singh

Councillors noted that a newly formed “West Party” had been actively campaigning against Singh, suggesting the issue was being amplified for political gain.

Australia’s top diplomat Harinder Sidhu retires after 39 years shaping foreign policy

Ms Sidhu most recently served as DFAT Deputy Secretary for the International Security, Legal and Consular Group, a role she assumed in July 2025.

India-New Zealand trade deal to be signed today puts carpets, skills and investment in spotlight

India and New Zealand are set to sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today on April 27, 2026, marking a major step forward...
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