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Aged care workers set for major pay rise in record $17.7b wages package

From 1st October 2025, a registered nurse on the most common award level will receive an extra $60.20 per week, while enrolled nurses will see their wages rise by $62.40 per week.

Australia marks 20 years since Bali bombings by al-Qaeda-linked terrorist group Jemaah Islamiyah

This tragic Islamist terrorist attack that claimed 20 lives, including four Australians, 15 Indonesians and one Japanese national, and injured 17 Australians along with many other innocent bystanders.

Fiji deputy PM urges UN to deliver “multilateralism with edge and purpose” for Pacific nations

“We see ourselves not merely as a host, but a solid partner to the UN — investing in a regional hub to bridge Pacific nations, the UN system and the broader development system.”

The afterlife of Gandhi: Why his constructive programme matters in a neoliberal age

Gandhian ideas and values attain vitality and speak to all ages simply because they are laced with universal values.

India showcases six decades of space innovation at IAC 2025 in Sydney

“One of India’s space programme targets is to land on the Moon by 2040," says V. Narayanan, Chairman of ISRO.

Want to buy your first home? PM Albanese makes it possible with 5% deposit scheme

The scheme, which guarantees part of a buyer’s home loan, slashes the time needed to save for a deposit and removes the need for costly Lenders Mortgage Insurance.

New Vrinda Valley centre brings sacred Indian heritage and spiritual traditions to Perth

Designed as a sanctuary for connection, learning, and spiritual growth, the space will host community gatherings, workshops, and cross-cultural events across the Swan region.

Tutor Rashmi Kant receives 11-month home detention for indecent assaults on students

Dr Rashmi Kant, who holds a doctorate in entomology and worked as a senior scientist, was found guilty by a jury earlier this year on 11 charges of indecent assault.

Indian-Australian couple apologises after viral Garba kiss sparks backlash in Gujarat

While some defended the kiss as a display of affection, others labelled it “obscene” and disrespectful to the religious and cultural spirit of Navratri.

Social media criticism leads council to order butcher to throw out lamb meat

Hasan Zuberi said the photo was misleading as the lamb had only been on the trolley for 15 minutes during the store’s opening day while a meat rail was being installed.

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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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