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19-year-old pleads guilty to damaging Lord Hanuman statue, offers $150 compensation in Fiji’s court

Police allege Masiwini unlawfully entered a prayer house, removed the statue, and later left it damaged in the complainant’s compound.

Sydney postie Mauro Paul Coluzzi, with Ashish Tamrakar and Ibrahim Abbas, charged in alleged $1.4m bank card fraud

Police seized more than $14,000 in cash, Rolex watches, Louis Vuitton handbags, jewellery, electronics, a Taser and cartons of cigarettes.

Victoria Uni graduate Vikram Pawah to return as CEO of BMW Group Australia

"He memorised the Melways, thinking he might work as a taxi driver – that knowledge of Melbourne will be handy as he returns as CEO of BMW Group ANZ.”

Counter-terrorism police charge 20-year-old man over Adass Israel synagogue arson

The arrest follows charges laid against a 21-year-old Werribee man last month and a 20-year-old Melton South man last year for allegedly stealing a vehicle used in the attack.

Fiji to recruit Indian workers to fill skills gap in construction, healthcare and IT

“This partnership will help fill workforce gaps, boost skills, and support Fiji’s growth.”

Opposition accuses Albanese of wrecking Israel ties amid Jewish community backlash

“This is a foreign policy humiliation and diplomatic crisis of Mr Albanese’s own making. Mr Albanese should act immediately to begin repairing this vital relationship.”

Prem Kumar charged with murder of estranged wife Anu as their two children played in backyard

Adding to the shock, Kumar allegedly posted disturbing videos to social media just hours after the killing.

Mukund Narayanmurti, Austrade’s new boss in New Delhi wants to reshape Australia’s future in South Asia

Narayanmurti was the founding CEO of Asialink Business, established by the federal government to develop an Asia-capable Australian workforce.

Dr Sukhvinder Pal Singh wins prestigious food safety award for pioneering horticulture work

The national recognition celebrates Dr Singh’s leadership, research excellence, and steadfast commitment to ensuring a safer food supply across Australia.

Federal Government announces $8.5m support for South Australia amid algal bloom crisis

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas praised the federal response and highlighted new industry-focused initiatives.

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Indian man charged after allegedly tricking wife into leaving Australia and cancelling her visa

The woman eventually managed to return to Australia in August 2025, however the couple’s son remained in India.

Prof. Glover to head ATEC as government overhauls university and TAFE system

Education Minister Jason Clare and Skills and Training Minister Andrew Giles announced the appointment, highlighting Prof. Glover’s extensive experience across higher education and workforce policy.

Melbourne woman accused of ISIS links after years in Syrian camps and return to Australia

Authorities allege the woman travelled to Syria between 2013 and 2014 with others, including a man, to join ISIS. The man is believed to now be incarcerated in a Middle Eastern prison.
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