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Sashi Kiran appointed Fiji’s new Minister for Women amid Lynda Tabuya alleged video scandal

Sashi Kiran, elected to Fiji's Parliament in December 2022 as a National Federation Party member, served as Assistant Minister for Women, Children, and Poverty Alleviation in the PAP/NFP/SODELPA Coalition Government.

Indian-origin candidates shape ACT politics’ future despite loss

Four candidates, Sandi Mitra, Mallika Raj, Pradeep Sornaraj, and Amardeep Singh, stood out for their fresh approaches to politics, prioritising social change, inclusivity, and community engagement.

Simon Birmingham Announces Retirement from Politics, Citing New Career Path

“Those of you who have the honour of continuing in this place carry a great responsibility. I wish you well, do good, and make a positive difference. Thank you and farewell.”

Political pressure, bribes, self-censorship ‘greatest threats’ to Pacific media freedom

Palau top, Nauru last in inaugural 2023 Pacific Media Freedom Index of region’s 14 island countries.

Call for PM Albanese to intervene amid rising Islamist violence against Hindus in Bangladesh

More than 51,000 people from Bangladesh call Australia home and Albanese’s lack of response to these valued members of our society is a stark contrast to the urgency and severity of the situation.

When it comes to political advertising, is AI ever OK?

From an election campaigning perspective, there has been a significant shift towards a more lighthearted and culturally relevant approach.

How Redrawn Political Boundaries Could Shape Australia’s Next Federal Election

Redistributions are needed when the population of a state increases or decreases relative to the overall Australian population, such that the state is entitled to either add a seat, or a seat is removed from that state.

India’s Pasmanda Muslims are victims of ‘Muslim appeasement’ by Nehru-Gandhi family

Congress Party's negative attitude towards social reform and social justice in the Muslim society proved to be a major obstacle in the upliftment of the indigenous Pasmanda Muslims. 

Mass resignations by founding members shake FijiFirst Party

This upheaval follows FijiFirst's recent confirmation that it had expelled 17 MPs for defying a party directive and voting for a pay rise.

International student caps are creating a huge headache for universities

The sector argues cutting student numbers will see job losses and less money to do research.

Must-read

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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