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‘Rubbish from a tiny minority of idiots’: Minister Hill condemns racist slurs on Indian star Diljit Dosanjh

"Nobody should be discriminated against for who they are and I am sorry that Diljit has copped such rubbish from a tiny minority of idiots.

Indian superstar Diljit Dosanjh reveals racist abuse before Sydney show, Australia’s diversity shamed again

“I’m not angry, and my love goes out to everyone, even the ones who say (racist) things like that about me.”

Melbourne teen cricketer dies after being struck by ball during warm-up

“Currently, our thoughts and prayers are with the family.”

Should airlines create women-only seating?

"Please consider a women-only section on your planes. We don’t feel safe with men telling us to crawl over them on flights, while they ignore women’s personal space.”

Bendigo to Melbourne: Premier Jacinta Allan and Opposition leader Brad Battin join grand Diwali celebrations across Victoria

Diwali in Victoria is not just a celebration — it’s a reflection of shared values, friendship, and belonging.

Melbourne to glow with devotion as one of the world’s largest Chhath Puja celebrations outside India and Nepal starts today

Beyond its spiritual significance, Chhath is a celebration of discipline, inclusivity, and environmental harmony, values that align closely with Australia’s multicultural ethos.

Criminals try furniture, brick walls and clothes to smuggle vapes and cigarettes into Australia

Officials say enhanced intelligence and stronger cooperation with international partners are helping them pinpoint high-risk consignments more effectively, regardless of where or how they enter the country.

Young girl loses fight for life after tragic Wantirna South crash

Their mother, a 38-year-old Knoxfield woman, sustained minor injuries while their father, also 38, escaped unharmed.

Misinformation was rife during the 2025 election. New research shows many people were unable to identify it

A new report reveals that in the two weeks prior to the 2025 federal election, almost two-thirds (60%) of adults reported coming across election misinformation. Only 19% didn’t come across it and 21% were unsure.

Pajero crushed in Burnley Tunnel as truck driver fined for unsafe lane change

Emergency services arrived within minutes, and traffic was brought to a standstill while heavy machinery separated and removed the vehicles.

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Museum of Chinese in Australia opens in Sydney to celebrate more than 180 years of history and heritage

“This museum will celebrate a vital thread through the history of our modern nation. I can’t think of a better site than Haymarket – a place synonymous with the Chinese-Australian story – or a more fitting time of year to open it.”

Trump hikes global tariffs to 15% as the fallout from Supreme Court loss continues

Trump had imposed sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” last year under an emergency powers act, but the court ruled this law did not authorise him to do so.

South Africa hammer India by 76 runs, end unbeaten run in T20 World Cup

Bumrah was India’s standout bowler with 3/15, becoming India’s highest wicket-taker in T20 World Cup history
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