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Wheelers Hill volunteer Selliah Nalliah honoured for service to Victoria’s Tamil and Hindu communities

Selliah Nalliah of Wheelers Hill has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for his longstanding service to the Tamil and Hindu communities in Victoria.

Sri Lankan migrant jailed over fatal crash avoids deportation despite domestic violence history

Court records detailed multiple assaults on his ex-wife, including dragging her by the hair and repeatedly punching her, as well as attacking her in the bathroom, leaving her with a bloodied nose and impaired vision.

Migrant women-led businesses can access $500k in funding – here’s your chance

"Supporting a migrant women-led organisation recognises the incredible contribution migrant women make to our small business sector, often overcoming significant barriers to build successful enterprises.”

‘Indian trucks kill Canucks’ banner sparks outrage at Canadian overpass protest against migrant drivers

The group said on X that the demonstration was intended to highlight what it described as an “ongoing and growing problem on Canadian roadways”, pointing to a series of fatal crashes involving heavy vehicles.

‘No migration without assimilation’: Bob Katter slams gun and speech laws as ‘Frankenstein’ bills

Bob Katter MP argued Australia should only accept migrants from societies that uphold the rule of law, democratic governance, religious freedom, egalitarian values and strong work ethics.

Fiji, Bangladesh among countries hit by expanded US visa bond rules

Under the program, applicants who are otherwise eligible for a visitor visa may be instructed by a consular officer to post a bond of US$5,000, US$10,000 or US$15,000, with the amount determined at the visa interview.

Gold Coast doctor Vikram Nedunchezhian wins back-to-back trainee awards for kindness and care

“Words can’t express how grateful I am—this award reflects the incredible support of my friends, family, colleagues, and supervisors at Gold Coast Health.”

Two Indian international students’ alleged detention sparks controversy amid Minnesota protests

Visuals shared online appear to show officers handcuffing and escorting the men from the premises after questioning staff.

Running a red light lands Indian truck driver Sukhdeep Singh in US deportation net

Authorities determined that Sukhdeep Singh is an Indian national who is unlawfully present in the United States, despite being in possession of a California commercial driver’s license.

Are you a grassroots multicultural group? Here’s your chance to access $5 million in funding

The program delivers grants across three funding streams — up to $10,000, $100,000 or $400,000 — allowing organisations to invest in skills development, leadership programs, partnerships and long-term sustainability.

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Australian War Memorial displays incorrect map of India, community raises concerns

Inside the brand-new ANZAC Hall, there is a map of India which leaves out Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and parts of Ladakh.

Liberal double standards? Abbott and Howard backed Pell after conviction, but Dinesh pressured out over reference letter

For critics inside and outside the party, the answer is uncomfortable. They argue the Gourisetty affair is not only about judgment but about power.

National cabinet backs fuel excise on petrol and diesel will be cut in half as prices hammer households

The cut will reduce the excise from 52.6 cents a litre to about 26.3 cents a litre, with the change due to take effect from Wednesday.
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