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Six former Australian Prime Ministers unite to call for an end to religious hatred amid Israel-Hamas conflict

They particularly pointed out the issue of anti-Semitism, stating it is a "tenaciously evil race hatred," and expressed their support for the Australian Jewish community

Promises to get tough on youth crime might win votes

Failing to address the complex developmental and social drivers of youth crime means those statistics are unlikely to change.

Relationship with India among most important for Australia: Andrew Charlton

"Many Australians don't fully understand the breadth and depth of modern India"

State and territory ballots will be counted differently at the Voice referendum – is that fair?

The Australian Constitution can only be changed if the people agree to it at a referendum.

India rejects Canada’s allegations of Khalistan terrorist killing as ‘absurd’ and ‘motivated’

"India urges the Government of Canada to take prompt and effective legal action against all anti-India elements operating from Canadian soil."

Can term limits for Australian political leaders build stronger democracy?

I can think of two recent examples where a leader has arguably stayed too long, has grown untouchable in their own government, producing adverse results.

Indian origin Pallavi Sinha in race for the Senate after Marise Payne announces retirement

Ms Payne was first appointed to the Senate in 1997 and has been Australia's longest serving female Senator.

What do you need to know about voting in October 14 referendum?

A referendum is run by the Australian Electoral Commission in the same way as they do elections.

Australia to vote on October 14 for historic ‘voice referendum’ to recognise Indigenous people

“On that day, every Australian will have a once-in-a-generation chance to bring our country together and to change it for the better.”

Federal Government’s Fee-Free TAFE Initiative Triumphs: Filling All 180,000 Places Within Six Months

Care sector emerges as a significant beneficiary, with healthcare, aged care, and disability care courses attracting a substantial 51,000 students.

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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.

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.

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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