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Albanese injects $200m into Western Australia’s ports, housing, and community projects

The government’s housing package aims to unlock 1,367 new homes across the state, with funding allocated to essential infrastructure projects such as water, power, and roads.

INSV Tarini led by two Indian women naval officers arrives in Australia

INSV Tarini's journey to Fremantle took 38 days at sea, marking a significant moment in the global maritime record.

Indian national charged with alleged online child abuse, faces up to 15 years per offence

“Accessing or sharing child abuse material is not a victimless crime; it fuels the demand for the physical exploitation and abuse of children.”

27-year-old man jailed in Western Australia over role in Ketamine Christmas plot

A bag of the substituted drugs was discovered on a set of scales near a vacuum sealing machine.

Two men charged, 16kg of drugs and over $10,000 in illicit cash seized

When ABF officers examined the consignment from the United States, they found a package of methamphetamine concealed among foam packaging and alerted the AFP.

Pakistani National Khizar Hayat pleads guilty to desecrating Gutka Sahib, and posting video to TikTok

He has been granted strict bail on a $10,000 personal undertaking, which includes a ban from using social media, a requirement to report to police daily

A celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage in Western Australia

The "BAWA Annual Cultural Night 2024" held in Perth celebrated India’s vibrant cultural journey through the ages.

33-year-old man faces $8,630 in fuel costs and $9,000 fine for alleged misconduct on Perth-Sydney flight

The man’s behaviour caused the flight to return to Perth, which required the pilot to dump fuel before landing, as well as the cancellation of the flight.

Muhammad Rasheed sentenced to 17 years in jail for Australia’s worst online sexual abuse case

Rasheed, who operated from his bedroom in his family home, targeted 286 young girls across 20 countries, using deception and blackmail to force them into performing sexual acts on camera.

Couple charged with allegedly seizing passport and keeping a female employee in debt bondage

AFP allege the couple attempted to profit from exploiting vulnerable foreign workers and cheating immigration laws.

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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