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Interest rates will eventually fall but it’s a bit early for mortgagees to break out the champagne

The bank has always aimed at the midpoint of the target as the most likely way to ensure inflation averages within it.
POLITICS

With Annastacia Palaszczuk gone, can Labor achieve the unachievable in Queensland?

When Palaszczuk departs on Friday, she will have served eight years and 305 days, becoming Queensland’s fifth-longest – and Labor’s third-longest – serving premier.
POLITICS

End-of-year report card on Albanese Ministers: Find out Winners and Losers

Some commentators suggest a reshuffle is needed, but would that seem premature?
POLITICS

‘The Labor family is broken-hearted’: Albanese pays tribute to Peta Murphy, dead at 50

Her bravery throughout her illness has been greatly admired by her parliamentary colleagues.
POLITICS

Indian Australian Dave Sharma Sworn in as Senator, Bringing Diverse Experience to Federal Parliament

Before entering the Federal Parliament, Sharma also contributed to the private sector as a Director at Kelly and Partners
POLITICS

Extra senators for ACT and NT will benefit left but increase malapportionment

At a half-Senate election, the quota for election is one-seventh of the vote or 14.3% in a state. In the ACT and NT, the quota is one-third or 33.3%.
POLITICS

Indian-origin Dave Sharma wins pre-selection for Senate seat vacated by Marise Payne

Dave Sharma will become the first person of Indian-origin from the Liberal party to become a Federal Senator in Australia.
POLITICS

Labor loses four points in two Newspolls to slump to a 50–50 tie

Peter Dutton’s net approval was steady at -13, so Albanese and Dutton are now tied on net approval.
POLITICS

Diaspora in Australia distinguishing asset, envy of other countries, in engaging with India: NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey

Treasurer Mookhey was the first politician anywhere in Australia to take his oath of office on the Bhagavad Gita.
POLITICS

Victorian Premier’s Grand Diwali Reception: A Mélange of Lights, Culture, and Community Spirit

It reaffirmed the shared values of unity, respect, and the triumph of light over darkness, resonating deeply with the essence of Diwali

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IMMIGRATION

Khalistan referendum vote not enough excuse for asylum, migration tribunal says Sikh man can safely relocate in India

The tribunal said there was no evidence that Indian authorities were aware of his activities or had shown any interest in him.
NEWS

Indian-origin truck drivers among 21 charged after 1.7-tonne international drug bust

The 18-month investigation, known as Project Bay, uncovered an alleged cross-border trafficking operation that used commercial trucking routes to move massive quantities of cocaine, methamphetamine and opium between the United States and Canada.
OPINION

In defence of Australia’s ‘monoculture’ that allows for its thriving multiculturalism

I don't agree with everything Senator Pauline Hanson says. But when she argues that migrants to Australia must align with Australian values, she is...
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