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Five arrested and nearly 700kg of Fijian kava seized in major East Arnhem drug crackdown

“Alcohol, kava and cannabis misuse are directly linked to violence, anti-social behaviour and social harm.”

Truck driver Jashanpreet Singh to face gross negligence charges after deadly crash that killed three in California

21-year-old illegal Indian national Jashanpreet Singh, whose DUI charge was dropped, now faces a case focused on gross negligence over whether he recklessly failed to stop before a fatal crash.

Eight men charged in alleged attempt to solicit sex from minor in Canada

The two-day investigation, conducted between 28 and 29 October 2025, saw officers pose as minors on an online platform.

Truck carrying excavator causes chaos after hitting two Melbourne bridges

All trains on the Sandringham, Frankston, Pakenham and Cranbourne lines were temporarily halted while engineers inspected the bridges for damage.

Fiji scientists create world’s first cassava-based edible coating to replace plastic food wraps

“Fiji’s cassava solution shows that small island nations can lead big changes in the global sustainability movement.”

Australia’s world-first social media age law grows to safeguard more young users

“We know it won’t be perfect from day one, but this is about setting clear expectations and giving young people a healthier, safer start in the digital world.”

Australia charts new path to net zero with carbon removal roadmap

CDR differs from traditional carbon capture and storage (CCS) by targeting carbon already present in the atmosphere rather than preventing its release.

“Massive opportunities ahead”: PM Luxon skips Parliament to advance India–NZ FTA talks with Minister Goyal

Meanwhile, Goyal said he was “delighted to be in New Zealand to review the progress” of the ongoing negotiations.

Perth witnesses its largest-ever Chhath Puja celebration as devotees gather to honour the Sun God

The riverbanks of Burswood resonated with folk songs, bhajans, and the fragrance of incense, transporting many to memories of home in Bihar and Jharkhand.

Riya Bhagwan wins top online award for story on Fiji’s plastic pollution crisis

Launched during the 7th Pacific Media Summit by Niue’s Prime Minister, Dalton Tagelagi, the Vision Pasifika Media Awards celebrate excellence in environmental journalism across the Pacific region.

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Chinese nationals charged over alleged spy plot in nation’s capital

A 25-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were arrested on Wednesday and are due to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court.

Victoria Police search man over lewd act at busy bus stop

Police have released a computer-generated image of the suspect, who is described as being in his late 20s, with a stocky build, thick dark beard and moustache, and tanned skin.

School shooting in Canada leaves 10 dead, dozens injured

Ten people, including a suspected shooter, have died following a shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a small town in British Columbia, Canadian authorities say.
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