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Dr Kiran Martin, founder of the Asha Community Health and Development Society, has been awarded a Doctor of Letters (honoris causa) by the University of Sydney for her contribution to the interests and welfare of the people of India. The University of Sydney’s Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor Mark Scott AO, conferred the degree of Doctor...Read More

Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police are urging young Victorians to cut the violence in a bid to reduce knife-related crime which can devastate families and leave communities reeling. The ‘Cut the Violence’ campaign has been developed in consultation with secondary school students aged between 15-18 years to reinforce the risks and consequences for those...Read More

Voters from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds are reminded that Saturday 14 October is referendum voting day, and support is available to help all Australians participate.Australian Electoral Commissioner Tom Rogers is encouraging people to plan their vote and learn how to correctly complete the ballot paper. “Federal referendums are in-person events just like elections...Read More

This October, follow the winding paths through the Dandenong Ranges to discover Thomas and all of his friends, as they make a delightful return to Puffing Billy Railway’s Lakeside Station for a Day Out With Thomas. The fun and adventure kicks off across two weekends – October 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and 29 –...Read More

On Sunday 17 September Brisbane’s Roma Street Parkland was abuzz with a celebration of cultures, featuring food, music, dance, storytelling, and craft from around the world. The MOSAIC Festival Brisbane, sponsored by the Australian Government’s Smartraveller saw over 12,000 people attend. Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs, Tim Watts, commented on the importance of these events....Read More

Crime Stoppers Victoria is urging the public to share what they know about the drug trade in a bid to tackle organised crime syndicates as part of its National Illicit Drugs Campaign. The call for information comes as new wastewater data has Victorians topping the list for consumption of the dangerous super drug fentanyl. According...Read More

Exercise Malabar is a premier Indo-Pacific naval activity that brings together key regional partners to operate in support of an open, inclusive, and resilient Indo-Pacific.Read More

The International Cricket Council (ICC) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) have announced that ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 tickets will go on sale on 25 August, as the updated match schedule for the biggest Cricket World Cup was released. Ahead of tickets going on sale, fans will have the opportunity...Read More

The Victorian Government is encouraging young families to enrol their children in Three and Four-Year-Old Kindergarten for 2024, ensuring every Victorian child can have the best start in education and life. Minister for Early Childhood and Pre-Prep Ingrid Stitt joined former AFL star Bachar Houli on Monday at Altona North Children’s Service to encourage parents...Read More