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Liberal MP’s Guru Nanak Lake parliamentary motion reopens old wounds in Victorian Sikh community and exposes party split

The lake, previously informally known as Berwick Springs Lake, had no official gazetted name before being designated Guru Nanak Lake in 2023.

Australia and US deepen defence ties with guided weapons co-production deal

PrSM, a long-range missile with a maximum range beyond 500 kilometres, is crucial to strengthening Australia’s land and maritime strike capability.

Australia faces rising cyber threats as report warns of growing attacks on businesses and individuals

“Most cyber incidents are preventable” through simple steps such as installing software updates, using unique passphrases, enabling multifactor authentication, and avoiding unsolicited calls.

Fiji pushes sustainable growth and regional cooperation agenda at IMF and Commonwealth meetings

The IMF reaffirmed its commitment to supporting small island economies through sustainable economic policies and regional engagement.

21-year-old truck driver escapes injury as chicken truck overturns on railway line

It is reported that the driver will be summonsed to appear in court at a later date.

Dodgy drivers face ban under Victoria’s new taxi and ride-share laws

Offences include overcharging, refusing to use the meter, and denying service to passengers with assistance animals. Safe Transport Victoria will also publish disciplinary actions on its public register to signal that illegal behaviour will not be tolerated.

Himatjit Singh Kahlon meth beer case sees $36 million Auckland properties frozen

Himatjit Singh Kahlon, 42, was sentenced to 21 years for manslaughter and methamphetamine supply after a fatal Honey House Beer, part of a Canadian meth shipment, caused a young man’s death.

Sydney man charged over $650,000 transfers to Iranian banks in breach of sanctions

The ASO emphasises that sanctions contraventions are serious criminal offences and continues to monitor remittance companies and the broader financial sector.

Sydney Opera House glows gold as NSW celebrates Diwali with joy, unity and colour

One of Diwali’s messages is that good triumphs over evil — that we must come together in joy and unity, working together to overcome darkness and division.”

Only Hindu hostage of Hamas, Nepali student Bipin Joshi, confirmed dead in Gaza

“My name is Bipin Joshi. I am from Nepal. I am 23 years old. I came here for the ‘Learn and Earn’ program. I work on a citrus and lemon farm.”

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“Failure of leadership”: Calls for Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan to resign over alleged CFMEU corruption

"Clearly, as Minister for Transport Infrastructure and now Premier, she has been utterly compromised in her ability to take action against the CFMEU."

“Nice start, everyone played well”: Travis Head leads Australia to commanding T20 World Cup win over Ireland

Australia are also set to receive a major boost with veteran batter Steve Smith expected to join the squad during the tournament.

Free swimming lessons made permanent for Northern Territory primary students

“Exploring waterfalls, swimming at local springs or pools, boating and fishing are all part of the unique Territory lifestyle. We want to protect that by teaching our youngest Territorians how to swim while they’re in primary school.”
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