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‘Your victory’: Prime Minister Albanese celebrates teachers’ role in education reforms

Albanese praised teachers as the nation’s “best weapon against disadvantage” and credited AEU federal president Correna Haythorpe for her “relentless” advocacy in securing long-sought reforms.

‘We are coming for them’: New strike force targets drugs, smuggling and exploitation in North Queensland

Raising concerns from First Nations leaders in the Torres Strait and Bamaga, she said there was growing alarm about increased youth drug use linked to trafficking through the region.

Pacific nations face growing sea threats, Fiji Navy chief tells world’s largest maritime forum in India

Commodore Natuva featured as a panel speaker at the Maritime Seminar, where he outlined Fiji’s perspective on the growing risks posed by non-traditional maritime threats.

Truck driver Sukhdeep Singh in ICE custody after Indiana crash kills 64-year-old man

Sukhdeep Singh’s Indiana driving history shows five citations since 2022, including speeding and insurance violations, raising questions about how he obtained his commercial licence.

Indian-origin teen Kishan Patel’s tragic death highlights risks of DIY car repairs

Coroner Ian Telford ruled Kishan's death accidental, confirming that blunt force injuries to the head and torso were the cause.

First-of-its-kind forum sees Australia share water safety know-how with India

The India–Australia Drowning Prevention Technical Exchange took place in Sydney from 17–19 February, bringing together 40 experts, including 10 delegates from India, to share knowledge and explore practical solutions.

Young sea rescue hero Austin Appelbee awarded top Army Cadets honour

Calls are also mounting for Austin to receive a national bravery award.

22-year-old man charged after allegedly boarding Melbourne flight without ticket

Airline staff intercepted the man at the aircraft before contacting the AFP, who attended the scene and arrested him.

Indian-origin family ’emotionally traumatised’ after $57,000 in gold stolen, suspect bailed within 24 hours

“We are very disappointed that he got bail so easily despite the huge amount of gold he’s stolen.”

Daughter of sanctioned Iranian General granted Australian residency months after arriving on student visa

Her permanent residency have raised alarm among members of the Iranian-Australian community and opposition politicians.

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Anthony Ilott named new Cricket ACT boss, vows to grow participation and strengthen pathways

“Cricket has a unique ability to bring people together, and I am passionate about building on the strong foundations already in place.”

Mohammed Fahir Amaaz jailed after “prolonged and unprovoked” airport attack left two female police officers injured

The confrontation gained widespread attention after footage showing part of the incident was shared online.

Fake Australia job offers spark recruitment fraud investigation in Fiji

Minister Singh urged job seekers to verify all overseas employment opportunities directly with the Ministry before making payments, submitting personal documents or accepting job offers.
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