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Passports, prosperity and problems: Vanuatu’s CBI scheme in the media

While there are genuine issues to address, particularly around due diligence, the media’s failure to explain the economic benefits of CBI creates a risk that the public and policymakers misunderstand why the scheme persists in Vanuatu.

Refugee Integration or Political PR? Albanese government’s refugee employment strategy questioned

Without a stronger commitment to permanent funding, structural employment reforms, and better recognition of refugee skills, the government risks repeating the cycle of temporary solutions

“Know your history, because our history is yours too”: Fiji’s Deputy PM urges global recognition of Indian girmit history

Prof. Biman Prasad praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent commitment to preserving girmit history through research, film, and education but stressed the need for further action.

Paper out, digital in: Australia’s travel declaration goes high-tech for Qantas at this airport

ABF Commissioner Gavan Reynolds hailed the expansion as a milestone in Australia's efforts to integrate technology into its border security framework.

Kamala Sharma-Wing becomes first full-time Hindu Chaplain in Australian Navy

Kamala aims to integrate widely accepted Hindu practices like yoga and meditation into her chaplaincy work, fostering a sense of unity and belonging among personnel.

Darwin surgeon Dr Sonali Pande leads medical support for Australia’s deaf cricket team in India

Australia’s Thomas Robertson was named Man of the Series, while India's Umar Ashraf and Vivek Kumar took home Best Batsman and Best Bowler honours, respectively.

Indian international student Rupak Singh dies of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

As per the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, more than 172 Indian students have died in Canada over the past five years for various reasons.

Push for visa-free travel for Pacific nations, but Kiwi government says ‘not a priority’

Some believe that the visa system favours European nations and ignores the realities of the Pacific region.

Tim Watts celebrates with Katyal family as 10-year-old Kayaan secures Australian residency after years of advocacy

Born in Melbourne at just 32 weeks with cerebral palsy, Kayaan has spent his entire life on a bridging visa—until now.

Dr Preethi Suraj and Prof. Sivaram Vemuri appointed to Australian Multicultural Council

The newly appointed council will provide independent advice to the government, aligning with key recommendations from the Multicultural Framework Review report.

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Chinese nationals charged over alleged spy plot in nation’s capital

A 25-year-old man and a 31-year-old woman were arrested on Wednesday and are due to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court.

Victoria Police search man over lewd act at busy bus stop

Police have released a computer-generated image of the suspect, who is described as being in his late 20s, with a stocky build, thick dark beard and moustache, and tanned skin.

School shooting in Canada leaves 10 dead, dozens injured

Ten people, including a suspected shooter, have died following a shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a small town in British Columbia, Canadian authorities say.
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