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Pesutto and Mansfield visit marks new chapter in Victoria–Fiji twin-parliament ties

Victorian Members of Parliament are in Suva this week as part of a seminar with Fijian MPs aimed at strengthening the legislative process in Fiji through improved scrutiny of bills.

Police foil alleged Sydney hit plot near daycare centre after dramatic arrest

Police say the men — described as a “kill team” — were intercepted during a coordinated surveillance operation after detectives identified them “mobilising to carry out an offence”.

Some towns are cutting fluoride from water supplies. Here’s what this means for locals’ teeth

After a public outcry, the council’s fluoridation equipment is being repaired and replaced, with fluoride expected to be restored to their drinking water by the end of the year.

Australia remembers victims of October 7 as ‘disgraceful’ pro-Hamas graffiti in Melbourne draws outrage

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, in a statement marking the anniversary, said the day remained one of “pain and terror for Jewish people around the world” and urged Australians to “never forget the atrocities inflicted by Hamas.”

Report reveals international students’ true impact on NSW economy beyond dollars and degrees

International education is NSW’s second-largest export, generating $12.8 billion in total economic activity and supporting nearly 120,000 full-time equivalent jobs.

Perth hosts first Kabaddi and Sports Cultural Festival celebrating Indian-Australian community spirit

“I used to play Kabaddi in my hometown, school, and university, so it was great to be surrounded by the sport again as a spectator,” said Indian-Australian politician Kevin Michel.

Devika Chaudhary recognised for outstanding contribution to the community at 2025 Multicultural Youth Awards

Outstanding Contribution to the Community Award recognises a young individual or group making a significant positive difference through impactful volunteer work or community projects.

UWA and India’s AMTZ forge partnership to boost global MedTech research and training

The partnership will also drive knowledge exchange in critical areas such as innovation, clinical trials, and MedTech research, fostering cross-border cooperation between government, industry, and academia.

Sai Enterprises fined $35,000 for underpaying international students at Adelaide petrol station

The Federal Circuit and Family Court imposed a $35,000 penalty on Sai Enterprises Pty Ltd, which previously ran the outlet, and a $3,500 penalty on the outlet’s former manager, Raman Monga.

India and Australia to enhance information sharing and joint defence activities under three key agreements

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will embark on a two-day official visit to Australia at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles, marking five years of the India–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

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“What a joke”: Pauline Hanson questions Royal Commission’s focus after Bondi Beach terror attack

"I'm sorry, wasn't this meant to be about the Radical Islamic Terrorist attack at Bondi?"

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda tie the knot in private Udaipur ceremony

The ceremony was intimate, with limited guests and tight security to maintain privacy.

International students urged to know their rental rights as university year begins

With more than 431,000 students enrolled at universities across the state and a further 218,465 attending TAFE, many young people will be moving out of home for the first time.
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