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World court’s historic climate hearings, potential turning point for global action

The hearings represented the largest proceedings in the ICJ’s history, with 97 countries and 11 international organisations participating.

Tough new laws with increased penalties to tackle knife crime in NSW

Wanding powers can be used in areas where knife crime or possession offences have occurred within the last year.

Fiji drug bust highlights AFP’s global success in seizing 39 tonnes of illicit substances

The top contributors to drug seizures bound for Australia in the past financial year were Myanmar with 20,561kg, Fiji with 4,270kg, Colombia with 4,071kg, and Mexico with 3,957kg.

Swati Dave makes history as first Indian-origin member of Reserve Bank of Australia Board

Currently the Chair of the Centre for Australia-India Relations, Dave brings over three decades of leadership experience across the public and private sectors.

Australia remembers the Lindt Café siege that shocked a nation

The attack, carried out by self-styled Islamic State supporter Man Haron Monis, saw 18 people taken hostage at the café.

Bali Five return to Australia after 19 years in Indonesian prison

Two ringleaders, Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran, were executed by firing squad in 2015, sparking diplomatic tensions between Australia and Indonesia.

Canadian man charged after 11kg cocaine bust at Sydney Airport

“This was a brazen attempt to smuggle a substantial quantity of cocaine into Australia, which could have resulted in untold damage had it reached our community.”

India unveils $1 billion worth of projects ahead of world’s largest Hindu gathering

The Maha Kumbh, the world’s largest Hindu gathering, will take place in Prayagraj from 13 January to 26 February 2025.

Melbourne man charged for displaying Hizballah flag during protest

Legislation introduced in January 2024 prohibits the display of symbols linked to terrorist organisations, including the Hizballah flag.

Melbourne money mule sentenced for laundering over $200k stolen from businesses

Among the frauds, more than $17,000 was traced to a BEC scam targeting an Australian construction company.

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Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.

Shaping a Human-Centric Future for AI – AI Impact Summit 2026

Humans must never become mere data points or raw material for machines. Instead, AI must become a tool for global good, opening new doors of progress for the Global South.

Border force dogs sniff out $9m cocaine haul concealed in luxury bus

During a forensic search of the vessel, officers deployed specialist technology, including videoscopes and detector dogs.
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