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PNG anti-corruption body in chaos as Australian commissioners clash over corruption claims

It is also reported that almost all expatriate staff are expected to resign, severely weakening the commission’s ability to tackle the widespread corruption PNG is struggling to contain.

Trump and Musk’s billion-dollar bromance explodes into bitter social media feud

Musk hit back instantly on X, accusing Trump of “ingratitude” for the support he provided during the 2024 election.

Aussie wine takes centre stage at New Delhi’s FINE Ambassadors’ & High Commissioners’ Table

Australia’s offering this year was the Henschke Keyneton Euphonium 2015 from South Australia’s Barossa Valley — a rich expression of the nation’s proud winemaking tradition and commitment to sustainable practices.

ACT Chief Minister visits Fiji to strengthen Pacific capital city ties

ACT businesses like Aspen Medical, EPC Solar, and ONA Coffee are expanding in Fiji, driven by deepening city-to-city ties and successful trade missions.

Two charged over threats and abuse at Perth Airport

Police allege the man was talking loudly on a mobile phone and using offensive language.

Australia backs India on ‘action against terror’: Dy PM Marles reaffirm defence cooperation

“India thanks Australia for its unequivocal support to India’s resolute response against the barbaric act of terror.”

Cryptocurrency scams rise as Australians lose millions, mostly in silence

Investment scams were the most common, followed by extortion emails and romance scams.

Marles marks five years of Australia–India strategic partnership with high-level visit

In India, Minister Marles is expected to hold discussions with key leaders and defence counterparts on shared regional priorities, maritime security, and sovereignty.

Three Indian men kidnapped in Iran on way to Australia via ‘dunki’ route freed

Three Indian men from Punjab travelling through Iran to Australia for promised jobs were allegedly kidnapped in Tehran’s Varamin suburb, with kidnappers demanding a ransom of AUD 18,000.

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Fiji urged to block online pornography as authorities link explicit content to child sexual abuse

The proposal was raised during a recent community consultation in Nasoso, Nadi, where residents and police argued that stronger internet restrictions could help protect vulnerable children from sexual abuse within their own homes.

Premier Ben Carroll promises ‘exhaustive’ royal commission into corruption and violence across Victoria

He promised terms of reference broad enough to examine conduct across the entire construction system rather than focusing only on the Construction

Darwin woman charged after alleged misuse of government role to access millions in NDIS funds

Investigators allege the business received more than $28 million in National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) funding since 2019, with around $18 million of those claims identified as potentially suspicious.
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