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Next generation of Australians to gain stronger Asia literacy under New Colombo Plan reforms

Since its launch in 2014, the NCP has supported more than 55,000 Australian undergraduates to undertake study, internships, and language training in the Indo-Pacific region.

Forced marriage and trafficking cases surge by 12%, AFP uncovers record 382 reports of modern slavery in Australia

Australia is primarily a destination country for human trafficking, with these crimes occurring quietly across our suburbs, towns, workplaces, schools, and even within family homes.

Melbourne Adass Israel Synagogue arson suspect arrested; AFP officer injured in operation

This is the second arrest in the high-profile case. In July, another individual was charged for allegedly stealing a communal car used in the lead-up to the attack.

Australia’s first homegrown orbital rocket lifts off — and crashes in 14 seconds

The three-stage rocket, built to carry small satellites into orbit, lifted off successfully in its maiden test flight, clearing the launch pad and firing all four engines — a milestone that Gilmour Space called a “strong result” despite the early crash.

Indian-Australian poet’s debut gives voice to the migrant experience

From muted Diwalis to WhatsApp calls across time zones, Shilpa Taneja Wason’s evocative poetry captures the quiet ache of migration and memory.

Aussie CEO Steve Long to lead Digicel Pacific’s growth drive across key island markets

Long brings with him more than 18 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, including eight years in senior executive roles at Telstra, spanning Consumer, Business, and Wholesale divisions.

Victoria just unveiled the toughest bail laws in Australia—Are repeat offenders finally done for?

“These laws protect the community from serious repeat offenders who endanger Victorians, while ensuring vulnerable people aren’t unfairly caught up”

Is the Greens party “authoritarian, aggressive, unlikeable” and run by a “trans and queer cult”?

Hutton is not the first to have his membership revoked or face other penalties over comments deemed harmful to trans people.

Your kids could soon learn Hindi or Punjabi in Canberra schools – here’s how to make it happen

According to the ACT Government, the Indian community is now the largest multicultural group in the Territory, with around 17,000 residents. Of these, nearly 10,000 people speak Hindi or Punjabi at home.

New digital platform ‘eeger’ launched to power Australia’s tourism, hospitality and travel workforce

Tourism Minister Don Farrell said eeger was a “pivotal moment” for the sector, which supports more than 706,000 jobs — one in every 23 across the country — and over 360,000 businesses, from hotels and tour operators to cafes and cultural centres.

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Booked to travel through the Middle East? Here’s why you shouldn’t cancel your flight

Passengers booked to travel on or before March 5 have two options: rebook on an alternative flight or request a refund. Etihad has issued similar advice. Qatar is referring travellers to its app.

“4.8 million visas and 1.7 million citizenships” – Pauline Hanson warns Australia faces cultural pressures

“That’s millions of homes, plus hospital beds and school places being taken up by people who aren’t Australian citizens.”

Sanju Samson’s unbeaten 97 powers India into T20 World Cup semifinals after thriller against West Indies

“Right from the day I started dreaming of playing for the country, this is the day I was waiting for."
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