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Sashi Kiran appointed Fiji’s new Minister for Women amid Lynda Tabuya alleged video scandal

Sashi Kiran, elected to Fiji's Parliament in December 2022 as a National Federation Party member, served as Assistant Minister for Women, Children, and Poverty Alleviation in the PAP/NFP/SODELPA Coalition Government.

Indian-origin candidates shape ACT politics’ future despite loss

Four candidates, Sandi Mitra, Mallika Raj, Pradeep Sornaraj, and Amardeep Singh, stood out for their fresh approaches to politics, prioritising social change, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Labor and Albanese end 2024 in worst poll position this term

Anthony Albanese’s net approval slumped six points in Essential since November to -11, with 50% disapproving and 39% approving.

“Justin Trudeau has lost control”: Freeland’s resignation plunges government into crisis

Freeland’s exit is the latest in a string of resignations and internal dissent within Trudeau’s government, raising questions about the Prime Minister’s ability to lead amid growing discontent and economic uncertainty.

Victoria’s longest-serving Treasurer Tim Pallas quits politics

The 14-year minister and 18-year Member for Werribee confirmed his decision to step down, citing a need for "new perspectives" in government.

Australia mourns passing of former Liberal minister Kevin Andrews

Kevin Andrews retired in 2022 after losing a preselection battle for Menzies, ending a record tenure as the longest-serving federal MP at the time.

India on the brink of historic electoral overhaul as Cabinet approves ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bills

The proposal, long championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeks to align India’s electoral cycles, potentially reshaping the nation’s political and governance landscape.

Why Australian politicians are flocking to ‘Little Red Book’ to engage with Chinese voters

Politicians across the political spectrum are now using Xiaohongshu to connect with Chinese-Australian voters.

Albanese announces antisemitism taskforce, as synagogue firebombing investigation upgraded

This upgrades the investigation to come under the Joint Counter-terrorism Team, which includes the Australian Federal Police, Victoria Police and ASIO.

Dutton pledges crackdown on anti-Semitism and migration as Coalition promises ‘decisive leadership’

“A Dutton Coalition Government will take decisive action to tackle these threats and unite our country.”

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Foreign Minister Penny Wong congratulates Nepal’s new Prime Minister Balen Shah

PM Balen Shah, 35, assumed office following a decisive victory in Nepal’s first national election since last year’s youth-led protests.

Leaders celebrate Sangam’s service to Fiji, marking 100 years of Indo-Fijian cultural and educational impact

Founded in 1926, Then India Sanmarga Ikya Sangam has grown into one of the country’s largest community organisations, managing a network of schools and early childhood centres.

Federal funding boost for Royal Children’s Hospital as Good Friday Appeal marks 95 years

The latest commitment adds to $6 million already provided by the federal government to the appeal, which supports treatment, research and training at the hospital.
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