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INNOVATION

Pakistan national charged with defrauding 100 Australians in $1 million mobile scam

ScamWatch reports phone scams have cost Australians $71 million in 2024 alone, with almost 34,000 incidents reported.
OPINION

Australia’s social media ban for kids under 16 just became law, How it will work remains a mystery

The legislation does note that some services are “excluded”, but does not name specific platforms.
INNOVATION

Fake Indian international students in Australia admit visa scams

Despite the crackdown, concerns remain about the unintended consequences, including students applying for fake asylum to avoid deportation.
INNOVATION

Sydney man charged after $500k cash and gold seized in alleged money laundering bust

Authorities claim the man allegedly operated a money laundering scheme involving proceeds of crime.
INNOVATION

Sydney’s Aditya Paul crowned national Spelling Bee champion

Competing against over 70,000 students nationwide, Aditya secured victory with a score of 29/30 in an astonishing 1:34.433—an impressive 39 seconds faster than the runner-up.
OPINION

When picking schools, don’t get stuck on single-sex vs. co-ed. Instead ask – are all students supported and included?

In Australia, reforms like the Gonski model aim to do this by focusing on student needs, such as location, Indigenous background, disability and language support.
SPORTS

Cricket balls can concuss and even kill batters – at all levels, helmet use must be taken seriously

Cricket Australia changed the playing conditions for the 2023–24 season, and now all Australian players in international and domestic cricket must wear neck protectors.
INNOVATION

Alleged drug trafficker arrested after $500,000 cash and drugs found in Sydney apartment

The man was allegedly seen in East Ryde on 20 November 2024 collecting money believed to be tied to criminal activities.
INFOTAINMENT

Famous Punjabi singer allegedly assaulted during live performance in Sydney

A fan allegedly stormed the stage and attempted to choke the singer after an offensive gesture by Garry Sandhu reportedly provoked the attack.
OPINION

The Coalition will block the student caps bill, Brace yourself for more uncertainty over international students

For universities, TAFEs, private colleges and potential international students, this news will be cause for relief, but not celebration.
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IMMIGRATION

Unauthorised Indian migration agent jailed after Australia study visa fraud involving fake university documents

The accused allegedly assured the complainant that the visa would be arranged within 90 days and collected nearly AUD 34,000 in instalments.
INNOVATION

New state-of-the-art cardiac cath lab brings lifesaving care closer for Pacific children

The facility was officially opened by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Children’s Hospital in Suva, strengthening the country’s ability to diagnose and treat complex cardiac conditions locally.
POLITICS

“Peace always worth fighting for”: Prime Minister and Opposition Leader pay Anzac Day tributes

“What their legacy proves to us is that even when peace seems elusive, it is always worth fighting for.”
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