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Misinformation was rife during the 2025 election. New research shows many people were unable to identify it

A new report reveals that in the two weeks prior to the 2025 federal election, almost two-thirds (60%) of adults reported coming across election misinformation. Only 19% didn’t come across it and 21% were unsure.

Aqeel Khan arrested for allegedly molesting two Australian cricketers in India

According to investigators, the man followed the two cricketers on his bike on Khajrana Road, touched them inappropriately and fled.

Diwali celebrations at NSW Parliament mark Australia’s unity and rich cultural tapestry

Premier Chris Minns and Opposition Leader Mark Speakman both extended warm wishes to the Indian community, acknowledging the significant contributions of the Indian diaspora to New South Wales

Pajero crushed in Burnley Tunnel as truck driver fined for unsafe lane change

Emergency services arrived within minutes, and traffic was brought to a standstill while heavy machinery separated and removed the vehicles.

Indian-Australian geospatial leader Prof. Mohamed-Ghouse elected to top UN role

Prof. Mohamed-Ghouse, with early education from India and a PhD from the University of Melbourne, has over 25 years of global experience across government, academia, and industry.

David Robie’s ‘Eyes of Fire’ rekindles the legacy of the Rainbow Warrior 40 years on

“The book deals with a lot of critical issues impacting on the Pacific, and is expanded a lot and quite different from the last edition in 2015.”

Is Melbourne really the ‘crime capital of Australia’?

Some media outlets have claimed there is a “terrifying crime wave” in Melbourne that is leaving residents and tourists running scared.

New $25 million Australia–Fiji pact to modernise Fiji’s public service

Building on the success of the Fiji–Australia Institutional Partnerships Program (IPP), the AFGP will be implemented through three key pillars: Civil Service Reform, Economic Governance, and Promotion of Democratic Norms and Values.

Diwali celebrations unite students, staff and community at University of Melbourne

The festival of lights was marked with colourful cuisine, Bollywood performances, henna painting and student-led activities.

Australia-India economic ties stronger and deeper than ever, says Senator Penny Wong

Speaking at a meeting with senior business leaders of the Australia-India CEO Forum, Senator Wong emphasised the Forum’s role in fostering trade and investment.

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New $2.5 million program to grow First Nations-led tourism and create jobs in Victoria

“First Nations Victorians have stories, knowledge and culture that the world wants to experience. This program makes sure community is in control of how those stories are told.”

International student visa cancelled after child abuse material found on phone

The international student was issued a $660 infringement notice, had his visa cancelled, and was detained before being removed from Australia on the next available flight.

Pauline Hanson slams AI ‘fake fall’ rumour and bogus $100m donation claim

Senator Hanson claimed the circulating image was artificially generated, pointing to what she described as “imposters in the chamber” as evidence the photograph had been manipulated.
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