In a statement, the Melbourne Malayalee Federation expressed its condolences, describing Mr Thomas’s death as a significant loss for both his family and the wider community.
Court documents show that Chaudhary, along with two former Air Canada employees, exploited a cargo delivery that had arrived at an Air Canada warehouse.
PM Albanese confirmed the establishment of a national Fuel Supply Taskforce to coordinate distribution across states and territories, as concerns grow over disruptions to global oil and gas markets.
Fair Work’s 2026 public holiday guidance now also lists both Saturday 25 April and Monday 27 April for the ACT, bringing workplace advice into line with the updated ACT holiday listing.
Australian Defence described the event as both a naval tradition and a demonstration of shared commitment to maritime security and international cooperation
China’s actions in the South China Sea and East China Sea were also raised, with both countries warning against unsafe military conduct and reaffirming that disputes must be resolved peacefully under international law. They reiterated support for stability across the Taiwan Strait and opposed unilateral moves to alter the status quo.
Representing the University of New South Wales Cricket Club, Patel made headlines at just 16 by becoming one of the youngest players in Sydney Premier Cricket First Grade history after scoring more than 1,000 runs in a calendar year.
Under the new system, delivery workers will receive minimum safety-net rates ranging from $31.30 to $32 an hour, depending on the type of vehicle they use.
