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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.

Dr Vikram Sharma and Dr Nikhilesh Bappoo win prestigious 2025 Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science

“Each year the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science highlight our country’s exceptional achievements. Australia is a powerhouse of science, innovation and research which has a global impact.”

WA objects to interim cut in skilled-migration allocations for 2025–26

Premier Cook argues that such a cut would limit Western Australia’s ability to secure the skilled workers it needs and risk slowing economic growth.

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Kiwifruit boss Tarun Gautam fined $40,000 for exploiting Indian migrant workers

Employee Jagmeet Singh, told investigators he paid more than $23,300 to secure employment with the company, with multiple payments made into both New Zealand and Indian bank accounts.

Victorian Government launches “Easy Electric SEC” to cut household power bills

The “Easy Electric SEC” platform, available from today, is described as a one-stop-shop offering free, simplified advice for households considering electrification upgrades.

Senator Wong signals new era in Quad cooperation ahead of Indian PM Modi’s Australia visit

“India and Australia will continue to work for a free, open, secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific.”
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