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Record growth for TAFE and VET students in South Australia

Student numbers rose by 4 per cent to 67,915, while subject enrolments jumped 7.6 per cent and training hours increased 8.3 per cent. Program enrolments also grew by 0.6 per cent—the only increase nationwide.

Fiji’s Macuata eyes ecotourism boom as major projects take shape in the north

For a long time, it has been generally agreed that Macuata, because of its natural beauty, has the potential for both local and international tourism, especially among the Fijian diaspora.

RBA lifts rates to 3.85% as inflation rebounds, exposing federal failure to rein in demand

Capacity constraints remain binding. Demand is too strong. And without changes to fiscal and structural policy, interest rates will remain the primary lever — regardless of the political cost.

First full-length metro test signals new era for Sydney’s southwest

The test run covered the entire 66-kilometre route, stopping at all 31 stations and reaching speeds of up to 100km/h on newly built sections of track.

Australia’s collaborative AI tool aims to turn global food waste into sustainable protein

The goal is to create upcycled protein at scale that is competitive with conventional alternatives.

43-year-old Arsalan Chaudhary arrested in Canada’s $20 million gold heist

Two suspects remain at large: 33-year-old Simran Preet Panesar of Brampton, believed to be in India, for whom a Canada-wide arrest warrant and extradition request have been issued; and 36-year-old Prasath Paramalingam of Brampton, who failed to appear in court in August 2024.

Hundreds killed in Iran as Australian politicians demand an end to repression

The protests, sparked more than two weeks ago, have drawn thousands of Iranians to the streets. Authorities responded with severe crackdowns, leaving at least 116 dead and over 2,600 arrested, according to reports.

Bendigo’s Indian community and businesses lead cooking, packing, and delivering 800 meals daily for Victoria’s fire heroes

“At a time of need, we will not shy away from doing what needs to be done. Our homes, businesses and institutions are here to pitch in wherever required.”

Tributes pour in for three Indian-origin mothers killed in tragic single-vehicle crash

Virashi Chauhan, 39, Neeru Patel, 42, and Bhamini Karsan, 42, all died at the scene of the crash in the United Kingdom.

Australian teen accused of making alleged hoax shooting calls in the US

Swatting involves making false reports to emergency services to provoke a large-scale police or emergency response and is considered a serious criminal offence.

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Tarsem Singh charged over high-speed crash that killed pregnant teen and unborn child in US

Tarsem Singh appeared in court in Darke County this week, where he was formally charged over the February incident that claimed the life of 17-year-old Ashlee Holmes.

RBA moves to scrap card surcharges and cut payment costs for businesses

The biggest change for consumers will be the removal of surcharges on debit, prepaid and credit cards across the designated eftpos, Mastercard and Visa networks from 1 October 2026.

ATO and Fair Work crackdown on ‘fake contractors’ amid rising concerns across key industries

Under the Fair Work Act 2009, courts can impose substantial penalties for sham contracting, including fines of up to $19,800 for individuals and as much as $495,000 for larger businesses, or three times the amount underpaid.
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