“I worked at a supermarket and I know what it was like. Today, we stand with workers to say it should never be a part of your job, and you’ll be protected.”

The Community Language Schools Grants Program will help these schools modernise digital learning tools, reach more school-aged children, and continue providing high-quality language education across all year levels.

Fariba Hussainzada, 33, and her son Farzad were on Allan Street, Dandenong, on Monday afternoon when the young boy lost control of his scooter at the bridge and plunged into the fast-flowing creek.

“Words cannot express the pain and sorrow we feel at this heartbreaking moment.

“In one of the seizures, a one-kilogram package of cocaine had been damaged, which resulted in frozen white powder strewn inside the shipping container”

Representatives of the Liberals and Nationals will now negotiate to bring the policies of the two parties together before a joint party meeting, held virtually, on Sunday.

The agreement’s impact may reach far beyond the state’s borders, offering a model for how respectful partnerships can be forged between First Peoples and the state.

Ombudsman's Anna Booth said, “Migrant workers have the same workplace rights in Australia as any other worker.”

Ley’s leadership is likely to be preserved in the short run, but her enemies will still be circling in the new year.

Other national winners included ALT Pasta Bar in Melbourne which won the best Italian Restuarant while Savoey in Darlinghurst was judged the best Asian Restaurant.