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Trailblazer: Jai Bharadwaj becomes first Indian-origin Vice-President of Melbourne Press Club

It underscores the evolving landscape of Australian journalism, reflecting the contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds in shaping the media industry.

Landlord Jaswinder Gill charged with murder of Epping mother Rajwinder Kaur

Rajwinder Kaur’s family had only recently settled in Australia, and it was her teenage son who tragically discovered her body and ran to a neighbour’s house for help.

Premier Jacinta Allan announces free public transport weekends to celebrate Metro Tunnel opening

Premier Jacinta Allan announced that from the day the Metro Tunnel begins its Summer Start in early December until 1 February, all travel on trains, trams and buses—both metropolitan and regional—will be free every Saturday and Sunday.

Australia to crack down on extremist groups linked to global movements undermining social cohesion

“There are current and emerging groups who are eroding our country’s social fabric by advocating hatred, fear, and humiliation"

Melbourne commuters get an early Christmas gift from Premier Allan with Metro Tunnel opening

The Summer Start will see Metro Tunnel services running seven days a week, stopping at all five new underground stations: Arden, Parkville, State Library, Town Hall and Anzac.

Melbourne’s first new CBD station in 40 years completed ahead of schedule

The station’s 18-metre-wide platforms — among the largest underground metro platforms in the world — feature a striking ‘trinocular’ design of three overlapping tunnels with a cathedral-like arched ceiling.

Australian-born Abhijot in dilemma as parents Amandeep and Stiven Singh to be deported to India

Amandeep and Stiven Singh, in Australia since 2009 on bridging visas, were recently told their permanent residency was denied and must leave by November.

27-year-old Indian international student Prabhjot Singh killed in Melbourne recycling plant accident

27-year-old Prabhjot Singh tragically died at the scene after being struck and trapped by a reversing loader at a Melbourne workplace.

Consulate warns of spoofed calls targeting Indian community in Australia

The Consulate has clarified that it does not communicate with individuals about such matters from any mobile or landline number and never seeks personal information

From pandemic tutor to food relief hero: Inspiring journey of ‘volunteering queen’ Ruchi Sharma

Beyond direct service delivery, Ms Sharma has shaped the Council’s multicultural strategy as a member of the Knox Multicultural Advisory Committee.

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Melbourne family shattered by loss of 16-year-old son, calls for better pedestrian protection

Chris Rua Antony died in hospital on February 20, a week after he was struck by a car while walking home from school along Pound Road in Narre Warren South.

Gaza’s endless War: Proxies, misinformation, and the civilians caught in between

Many senior Hamas leaders have lived for years in luxury abroad, in places such as Qatar and elsewhere, far removed from the consequences of the war they help direct.

Albanese and ministers join Ramadan celebrations, encouraging wider community participation

Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek described Ramadan nights in Lakemba as one of Sydney’s great traditions, pointing to the bustling streets and strong sense of community.
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