Space engineer Katherine Bennell-Pegg, named SA Australian of the Year, has become the first astronaut to qualify under Australia’s space program — a milestone she hopes will open doors for others to follow.

“Fiji Airways is the Happiest Airline in the World. I have every confidence that this claim is one we can truly stand behind.”

Two-thirds of Australians see China as a security concern, though this is the lowest level in five years. Mistrust of the Chinese government has also fallen, from 76% in 2021 to 64% today.

Cr Tiwari, one of the most recognisable Indian-origin civic leaders in Victoria, has been widely praised for bringing energy, accessibility and strong multicultural engagement

The final two years of the sentence were suspended, with the offender ordered to complete 100 hours of community service, report regularly to a probation officer, and abstain from alcohol.

“This will be a source of pride in this growing community for decades to come.”

This marks a historic moment for the Indian-Australian community, as he becomes the first Indian-origin politician to lead a mainstream political party in Australia.

Registration fees raised more than $175,000 for two west-based charities — the Community Bike Hub, which provides bicycle access and education, and West Welcome Wagon, which supports asylum seekers and refugees settling into life in Australia.

Thirty-five-year-old Ms Wilson, considered a rising star in the party, won the vote and will now lead the Liberals into the 2026 state election.

A pilot system will be implemented across at least five intersections in Vadodara, with hardware sourced wherever possible through India’s ‘Make in India’ programme.