Residents in the City of Melton and surrounding areas will share in a $100,000-a-year Community Benefit Fund, with consultations now underway on how the money should be allocated.

Conditions on the fire ground had been “extremely challenging” and thanked emergency crews for their efforts to keep people safe.

“The strength of our currency reflects the strength of our economy and our shared pride in who we are as a nation.”

Federal Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles said VET remained “the engine room delivering the skilled workforce our communities need and rely on every day”.

HM Treasury alleges Rehal was involved in supporting Babbar Khalsa and Babbar Akali Lehar, both linked to violent extremist activity in India.

Julian Hill also highlighted Australia’s multicultural identity and the strength of the Indian diaspora, remarking that “the most common surname among Australian-registered cricket players is Singh”.

The couple, who had CCTV, security alarms and a guard dog, said the intruders allegedly forced their way in through the laundry door using a knife before fleeing with two cars.

“A local Hindu temple was robbed in broad daylight, with bystanders seemingly frozen, possibly fearing the thieves were armed. Our places of worship must be protected.”

Authorities claim the man had used a device to send messages seeking assistance with explosive devices, military and tactical training, weapons manufacturing, combat techniques and the creation of fake documents.

India campus will deliver courses in business, IT, sports management and research.