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One million refugees granted visas in Australia, 300,000 on waiting list

"Australia’s world-class settlement services and not-for-profit organisations have played a key role in helping refugee and humanitarian entrants settle in Australia."

Australia lists Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a State Sponsor of Terrorism

The Albanese Government’s decision follows an ASIO assessment that the IRGC orchestrated two antisemitic attacks against Australia’s Jewish community in 2024

Warm wishes from friend Modi as Albanese becomes first prime minister to wed in office

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has married his long-time partner Jodie Haydon in a private ceremony at The Lodge, becoming the first Australian leader to wed while in office.

Uber driver Inderjit Singh rescues dog from burning Perth home

Inderjit Singh was carrying a passenger when he noticed thick smoke rising from the property.

Metro Tunnel opens today, marking a new chapter for Melbourne transport

To celebrate the moment, public transport will be free every weekend until 1 February — an invitation for families, train enthusiasts and everyday travellers to explore the new stations without touching their Myki.

Illegal tobacco probe leads to $8.4m asset freeze across three states

Police seized nearly one million cigarettes, thousands of vapes and other illicit products, and froze $580,000 suspected to be crime proceeds during coordinated raids between February and June 2024.

The key academic skill you’ve probably never heard of – and 4 ways to encourage it

When parents think about their child’s education, they probably focus on basic skills and exam results, the amount a child is trying and their wellbeing.

Born in Australia, lived for India: Dr Mary Glowrey moves closer to sainthood

With her recognition as Venerable, Dr Mary Glowrey reaches the latest milestone in an extraordinary journey that began in rural Victoria and unfolded over nearly four decades of pioneering medical mission in India.

Senator Penny Wong named among Time’s most influential climate leaders for 2025

Senator Wong, the nation’s first-ever Minister for Climate Change and Water, has long applied an environmental focus to her diplomacy.

Tahira Shaheen jailed after hitting Perth schoolgirl and fleeing, changing her story multiple times

Shaheen was a learner driver at the time and was driving unsupervised without displaying her L plates.

Must-read

29-year-old Robin stands trial over Navjeet Singh’s fatal stabbing in Melbourne

Robin allegedly attacked his housemate Shawan Singh with a kitchen knife at a rented home in Ormond, before turning on Navjeet Singh, who had intervened.

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.
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