The largest falls in estimated sales were in Sydney and Melbourne, down 17 per cent and 14.2 per cent respectively compared with a year earlier.

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has defended the Coalition's approach to migration, citizenship and housing affordability, arguing that Australia's migration program must be aligned with...

Announcing the measures, Premier Allan said the package was designed to help families cope with rising household expenses and higher fuel costs.

Minister Robyn Cahill said the group would play a critical role in ensuring Aboriginal voices, knowledge and lived experience help shape government approaches to family violence prevention.

The appointments were announced by Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey as the organisation strengthens its leadership team ahead of the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antigua and Barbuda later this year.

“As part of this program, some activities currently performed in our Australian support office will transition to a new global centre in Bengaluru.”

Marles said Australia and India are now “top-tier security partners” and highlighted the progress made in defence cooperation, including expanded engagement since the inaugural meeting held in Australia last year.

Education Minister Jason Clare and Skills and Training Minister Andrew Giles announced the appointment, highlighting Prof. Glover’s extensive experience across higher education and workforce policy.

Authorities allege the woman travelled to Syria between 2013 and 2014 with others, including a man, to join ISIS. The man is believed to now be incarcerated in a Middle Eastern prison.

Federal Education Minister Jason Clare has raised alarm over Australia’s worsening digital literacy results after national testing recorded the lowest proficiency levels since assessments...