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When picking schools, don’t get stuck on single-sex vs. co-ed. Instead ask – are all students supported and included?

In Australia, reforms like the Gonski model aim to do this by focusing on student needs, such as location, Indigenous background, disability and language support.

Taxi driver Bahal Singh Chahal to contest alleged Adelaide crash “all the way” to trial

The 4-year-old boy was rushed to the Women's and Children's Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Snake delays Virgin Broome-Perth flight, TV star helps capture Stimson’s python

Stimson’s pythons are a common sight in northern Australia, especially during warmer months.

What is methanol? How does it get into drinks and cause harm?

Methanol is used in a variety of industrial and household products, such as windshield cleaning fluids, antifreeze and fuel. It’s not safe for human consumption.

Australia delivers state-of-the-art vessel RFNS Timo, boosting Fiji’s maritime capabilities

The name honours Able Seaman Timo Puamau, a Fijian sailor who died during World War II.

UK man charged over alleged Melbourne Airport drug smuggling

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) were called to the airport yesterday morning when the man, en route to Bali, Indonesia, aroused suspicion.

Cricket balls can concuss and even kill batters – at all levels, helmet use must be taken seriously

Cricket Australia changed the playing conditions for the 2023–24 season, and now all Australian players in international and domestic cricket must wear neck protectors.

IFFI Goa kicks off in style with performance by Australian First Nations Jannawi Dance Clan

IFFI 2024 offers a spotlight on Australian cinema with a showcase of seven diverse films, a masterclass by Oscar-winning cinematographer John Seale, and a dedicated Australian Co-Production Day.

Alleged drug trafficker arrested after $500,000 cash and drugs found in Sydney apartment

The man was allegedly seen in East Ryde on 20 November 2024 collecting money believed to be tied to criminal activities.

The government has introduced laws for its social media ban, But key details are still missing

The bill will attempt to force owners of newly defined age-restricted platforms to take “reasonable steps” to prevent people under 16 from having a user account.

Must-read

American Matthew Aaron Van Dyke among seven arrested in India over alleged terror links

Investigators allege that the group was part of a broader conspiracy involving training, logistical coordination and potential support to armed groups operating in and around the India–Myanmar border region.

Safe in the UAE, anxious at heart: Migrants in the shadow of war

An academic in the UAE reflects on safety, fear, migration, and why conflict now reaches us all.

Queensland police sued by ‘Mr Singh’ after officer recorded making racist remarks about Indians during investigation

One of the officers allegedly discussed another unrelated call-out involving “a fucking Indian guy” before returning to the Lawnton matter.
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