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Firefighter killed battling Mid North Coast blaze as bushfire-hit communities offered disaster aid

Conditions on the fire ground had been “extremely challenging” and thanked emergency crews for their efforts to keep people safe.

If you’re pregnant, do you have to tell your boss? And what are the rules for employers?

Even indirect questions – “Are you planning to have a baby in the future?” – are not allowed.

Victorian excellence shines with seven wins at Australian Training Awards

Federal Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles said VET remained “the engine room delivering the skilled workforce our communities need and rely on every day”.

Is the focus on NAPLAN’s ‘top’ schools a good idea?

Parents and the community can see how schools performed in absolute terms and how their students performed compared to other students with a similar background.

Minister Julian Hill highlights Singh as most common surname as Canberra deepens India ties with AI pact

Julian Hill also highlighted Australia’s multicultural identity and the strength of the Indian diaspora, remarking that “the most common surname among Australian-registered cricket players is Singh”.

Gold Coast couple, Pragya and Sourabh, terrified after armed youths steal cars worth more than $1 million

The couple, who had CCTV, security alarms and a guard dog, said the intruders allegedly forced their way in through the laundry door using a knife before fleeing with two cars.

Tasmania turns to Indian tourists to help drive 2030 tourism growth strategy

"The interest of Indian travellers in nature experiences, adventure activities, connecting with locals, food and wine, and arts and culture, also align well with our tourism offerings. So much opportunity."

A fresh start? Inside the Liberals’ multicultural meet as Jess Wilson push to win back Victoria

“I stood in hospital corridors at 3 am, speaking with patients in crisis. I never imagined I would one day stand in a parliament as a minister.”

21-year-old Perth man charged with possessing extremist material and breaching bail

Authorities claim the man had used a device to send messages seeking assistance with explosive devices, military and tactical training, weapons manufacturing, combat techniques and the creation of fake documents.

The way Australia produces food is unique. Our updated dietary guidelines have to recognise this

Unlike many other countries, locally produced food represents around 90% of what Australians eat.

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Australian farmers gain tool to measure environmental footprint

The tool allows farmers, advisers, and finance-sector partners to assess farm performance against regional benchmarks and track changes in emissions over time.

Popular Australian vlogger says India is a must-visit destination for every traveller

Posting to his followers, he called India “the safest, most affordable and diverse place to travel to”, urging people of all ages to experience it for themselves.

Nineteen killed as bus plunges 200 metres into river on Nepal mountain highway

The bus was travelling overnight from the lakeside tourist city of Pokhara to the capital, Kathmandu, when it lost control on the Prithvi Highway in Dhading district early on Monday.
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