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International students feel unwelcome, unheard, and exploited as ‘cash cows’: report reveals

Race Discrimination Commissioner Giridharan Sivaraman noted that racism remains entrenched across universities, impacting students and staff in both overt and systemic ways.

Victoria cracks down on extremist protests with new laws

"Because it doesn't matter if you're Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh, Hindu – every Victorian deserves the right to simply be who they are."

Will we have a COVID wave, spike or blip this Christmas? It depends where you live

Estimates suggest XEC has risen from 10% to 60% of circulating SARS-CoV-2 in the past two months.

Victoria’s longest-serving Treasurer Tim Pallas quits politics

The 14-year minister and 18-year Member for Werribee confirmed his decision to step down, citing a need for "new perspectives" in government.

Victoria braces for scorching heatwave with extreme fire danger warnings

The BoM has issued a severe heatwave warning, with temperatures forecast to peak in the low- to mid-40s across Victoria on Monday.

India-born leg-spinner Hasrat Gill joins Australia’s T20 World Cup squad

Victoria's Hasrat Gill, a talented leg-spinner with T20 Spring Challenge experience, was born in Amritsar, Punjab, and moved to Australia at the age of three.

Melbourne man charged for displaying Hizballah flag during protest

Legislation introduced in January 2024 prohibits the display of symbols linked to terrorist organisations, including the Hizballah flag.

How is the Big Bash League faring after 14 years of ups and downs – and what’s next?

The BBL began in 2011–12, partly in response to developments beyond our shores.

Melbourne taxi driver Satinder jailed for sexually assaulting unconscious passenger

29-year-old Satinder Satinder was arrested at Melbourne International Airport, just before attempting to board a flight to India.

Albanese announces antisemitism taskforce, as synagogue firebombing investigation upgraded

This upgrades the investigation to come under the Joint Counter-terrorism Team, which includes the Australian Federal Police, Victoria Police and ASIO.

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Australia’s top diplomat Harinder Sidhu retires after 39 years shaping foreign policy

Ms Sidhu most recently served as DFAT Deputy Secretary for the International Security, Legal and Consular Group, a role she assumed in July 2025.

India-New Zealand trade deal to be signed today puts carpets, skills and investment in spotlight

India and New Zealand are set to sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today on April 27, 2026, marking a major step forward...

Truck driver steals nearly $3,000 in fuel from service station in brazen theft

Owner is offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to the identification of the alleged offender.
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