Authorities advised people leaving the affected area to detour inland, with evacuation routes including Birregurra–Forrest Road and Forrest–Apollo Bay Road towards Colac, while noting conditions and road access may change.
Across the country, about 18,000 people were expected to become Australian citizens on January 26, hailing from nations including India, New Zealand, Turkey, the United States, Nigeria, Malaysia, Nepal and the United Kingdom.
Mukund Narayana Murti of Victoria has been awarded the Public Service Medal (PSM) for his outstanding contributions to strengthening Australia’s trade and investment relationships with Southeast Asia.
Handled by cameleers from Afghanistan and regions of what is now Pakistan and India, the animals were central to the development of inland Australia, carrying supplies, guiding expeditions and helping construct major infrastructure.
The Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji has announced plans to introduce a certification scheme for vegetarian products, aimed at helping consumers identify food that meets Sanatan dietary standards.
High Commissioner underscored that India–Australia ties are increasingly defined not only by government-to-government engagement but by the day-to-day links between communities, universities, businesses and families across both countries.
Police described Mr Ingram as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 165–170cm tall, of medium build, with short dark hair and brown eyes.
The lack of transparency has contributed to underquoting, where initial estimates are set below the likely sale price, leaving buyers competing without accurate information.
