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Were donors serious about the sustainability of benefits from projects?

Analysis of project reports revealed two fundamental areas of concern that help us to understand the neglect of sustainability: defining sustainability, and coherence in donor development policies and practices.

Flying under a fake name? You could land in jail, warns AFP

This includes passengers who use another person’s boarding pass, who buy a ticket under their own name for another person, or who pay for a flight using a stolen credit card.

Why some uni teachers give higher grades than students deserve

To better understand grade inflation, we sought the opinions of those closest to the phenomenon: university teachers.

Erin Patterson found guilty of murdering three relatives with poisoned beef Wellington

In her defence, Patterson testified over eight days, maintaining the poisonings were unintentional.

Australia and Fiji deepen Vuvale Partnership for a peaceful and prosperous Pacific

Australia is increasing its development assistance to Fiji by $40 million, bringing total support to nearly $500 million between 2025 and 2029.

Indian migrant Kamalpreet Singh fulfils family military dream as Flying Officer in Royal Australian Air Force

The military legacy runs deep in Kamalpreet’s family, with both his father and great-grandfather having served in the Indian Army.

Wallabies edge out Fiji in Vuvale Bowl thriller as Pacific unity shines

The fiercely contested Vuvale Bowl match became a showcase of Pacific pride, sportsmanship, and enduring friendship between Fiji and Australia.

Premier Allan visits synagogue, announces state-wide taskforce to stamp out hate across Victoria

Proposed measures under community consultation include: bans on face coverings at protests, restrictions on “attachment devices” and prohibitions on the display of recognised terrorist symbols.

PM Rabuka explores advanced policing training in Brisbane to support Fiji’s law enforcement

The tour offered delegates an inside look at the Hub’s high-tech infrastructure — from a simulated home environment to dark scenario rooms and adaptable training areas designed to replicate complex real-world emergencies.

Albanese outlines bold economic vision and defends government agenda amid global uncertainty

“Australia works better when we engage people across business, unions, and civil society. That’s how you get change.”

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Senate censured Pauline Hanson on ‘No good Muslims’ remarks, Coalition says it should be reserved for parliament conduct

Foreign Minister Penny Wong moved the motion on Tuesday, condemning Hanson’s remarks as “inflammatory and divisive” and reaffirming parliament’s support for migrant communities.

Australian women earn less than men in every major industry

More than half of Australia’s workforce is employed in industries where at least 60 per cent of workers are of one gender, highlighting the persistence of occupational segregation.

Indian-Australian innovators drive AI projects in national science program

The projects form the newest cohort of ON Accelerate, a commercialisation program run by CSIRO to help researchers move scientific discoveries beyond the laboratory and into practical use.
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