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Halloween Special: Cremation or burial? Which one is more environmentally friendly

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The global population is closing on eight billion, and the amount of land available for human burial is running out, especially in small and densely populated countries.

T20 WC: Why South Africa’s five-wicket win over India is causing heartache for Pakistan

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Social media is abuzz with the trend of "Bye Bye Pakistan' as they are feeling the heat of India's loss more than India itself.

Diwali celebrations with a piece of Aussie history!

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Powerhouse Late: Charkha and Kargha was a celebration of Indian textiles including fashion, cultural and dance workshops, weaving demonstrations and conversations.

The Pacific hopeful on Australia-China reset

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The Pacific island countries stand to benefit from any improvement in relations between two big development partners.

How to win the Booker prize: is there a formula for ‘the finest in fiction’?

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Daisy Rockwell, Geetanjali Shree and Shehan Karunatilka won the Booker Prize for 2022 - what's the secret to winning this award?

Indian Cricket Board announces equal pay for both men and women cricketers, will Australia follow suit

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Global cricket fraternity lauds BCCI for the introduction of equal match fees.

Jagdish Chugh and Santhana Selvendra receive Senior Achiever’s Award

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These prestigious awards celebrate Victorians whose kindness and generosity make the state stronger and fairer.

Mumbai and the world should listen to its fishing communities to fight climate change

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As the original inhabitants of Mumbai, the Koli people are spread across a number of historic fishing villages on the city’s coast.

Four Sri Lankan Australians receive Multicultural Awards for Excellence

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The 2022 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence recognise people and organisations who have fostered cross-cultural understanding.

Australia’s Nepali community ready to celebrate Hindu festival of Chhath

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"As our community in Australia is growing day by day it has been very important to keep our traditional values and essence alive."

After the Optus data breach, Australia needs mandatory disclosure laws

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Regardless of the scale or reason, all data breaches have an impact on people and organisations.

Indian-Australian mother wins Ms Royalty International Pageant

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Ruchika Rawat will now represent Australia on the international stage and compete with contestants from across the globe at the World Royalty International Pageant to be held in the US in 2024.

Players forced to skip practice and go hungry in Sydney, No royal service for King Kohli and team India

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"Sub-standard hotel accommodation, cold food and far away practice ground are among the odds team India is facing in ICC T20 world Cup"

Centre for Australia-India Relations gets $44 million in the budget, location still undecided

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The Centre will also administer the $20.8 million Maitri (friendship) scholars, fellowship program and cultural partnership.

Will the new Australian plan to end family violence succeed?

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While the national plan aims for an Australia free of “gender-based violence” – much of the plan actually focuses on domestic, family and sexual violence.

The importance of Rishi Sunak as UK’s first Prime Minister of Indian Hindu descent

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Rishi Sunak’s parents may have been born in East Africa, but his cultural affinity lies with his Indian roots. He is a practising Hindu and does not, for example, eat beef.

Dan Andrews’ Diwali dinner called ‘culturally insensitive and religiously disrespectful’

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"I was upset with 'Wine and Beer' flowing at a religious/spiritual occasion, it should have certainly not happened."

Australian students and university staff going hungry: says study

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Food insecurity is when people or households struggle to put enough healthy food on the table every day because of limited money or other resources.

“Contribution of Australian Indians to this country has been absolutely unprecedented”: Minister Michelle Rowland

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his government will seek closer ties with India across the spectrum, says Federal Minister for Communications, Michelle Rowland.

What’s driving up the price of milk?

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In economic theory, free trade works fine when you have a large number of buyers and sellers, all with the same amount of information about what is happening in the market.

Maharaja, Don and Little Master: When Indian cricketers wished an Australian would hit century against them

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Sir Bradman scored his hundredth first-class century against India while leading an Australian Eleven in Sydney.

Delhi – Mumbai in 12 hours with new highway likely by end of the year: Nitin Gadkari

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Speaking at the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) Business Round Table and Diwali Dinner, Mr Gadkari said "We want to make mass traffic transport on electric, there is a huge potential in India for new technology, innovation, new research and investment".

Happy Diwali from Sydney!

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The Hindu Council of Australia organised Diwali celebrations at the Parliament of New South Wales which was also attended by Indian Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.

This Diwali, Australia have chance to make future that shines bright

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Why shouldn’t it be the same for the Indian engineers, technicians, software programmers and medical professionals currently training right here?

Summer is coming: Melbourne now has chief heat officers

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It’s a first for the country and part of an international movement to improve how cities handle heat in a warming world.

What should you do if your child is a picky eater or wants to be a vegetarian?

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Children are still growing and need more nutrients than adults, even though they may consume less food overall.

Australian industries should invest in India’s infra sector to reap 8% returns: Minister Nitin Gadkari

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Indian Union Minister Nitin Gadkari who is on a three-day official visit to Australia also conveyed his best wishes to the Indian Diaspora on the occasion of Diwali celebrations at New South Wales Parliament (NSW) organised by the Hindu Council of Australia.

Pakistani flight attendant goes missing after landing in Canada, Here’s why

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This is the third incident of a flight crew disappearing after landing in Toronto.

Do you like social media? Here are three ways to avoid unhealthy use and mental distress

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Study found higher social media use results in poorer wellbeing, which in turn increases social media use, exacerbating the existing negative feelings, and so on.

Research project to better support Indian subcontinent students in Australia wins international award

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The project-delivered strategies for the educational experience which is culturally responsive and enriching. 

Faster and reliable NBN to more families and businesses through $2.4 billion funding boost

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Homes and businesses across Australia will have access to speeds of up to one gigabit per second by late 2025.

Australian university fees poised to change for domestic and international students

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A new system needs to consider how much courses cost and what graduates can earn.

T20 World Cup IND vs PAK: What happens to your ticket if it rains and match is abandoned

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Most disheartening is that experts say there is a very high chance that the match will be cut short or maybe even cancelled due to rain and wet ground conditions.

Amusing connection between India, Australia and Iran via a century-old carpet

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"It is one of only a handful of examples known to feature an architectural scene as the central design and provides a rare glimpse into a period of Indo-Persian history during the late 19th Century."

Australian women more educated than men: data confirms

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The increasing shares of women in professional occupations is matched by increasing education attainment.

Australian high school students writing at below expected levels: says report

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Based on NAPLAN writing results from 2011 to 2018, AERO report notes that most Australian Year 9 students use punctuation at a Year 3 level.

Is your child struggling with language comprehension and expression? Know about ‘Developmental language disorder’

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People with Developmental language disorder find it more difficult to say what they mean and to understand others.

Jatinder Singh and his partner faces court for allegedly pocketing $10.4 million in banking error

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Police allege that this money was used to buy houses, gifts, furniture, art, and other luxury items. 

Covid positive players will be allowed to play in T20 World Cup

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If a player's PCR test results are positive, teams may still modify their starting lineup; if the test is negative, the infected player may rejoin the team.

Why are floods happening in Victoria?

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Victoria’s claim to fame in disasters is that it’s the most bushfire-prone region in the world and is more familiar with flash floods.

ICC T20 WC: Namibia pull of an upset for the ages, down Asian champions Sri Lanka by 55 runs

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Be it late death over a 68-run stand between Frylinck (44) and Smit (31*) or electric fielding and bowling performances, Namibia outplayed Lankans in every department.

Astonishing truth behind India’s low rank in Global Hunger Index

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"It has been driven almost entirely by an incorrectly recorded rise in the number of children who have low bodyweight for their height.

King Charles III’s coronation ritual has ancient origins – here’s what we can expect

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The coronation of the British monarch is a religious event.

Struggles, Sufferings and Hope within ADHD crisis of Australia

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Even when a patient manages to get an appointment with a psychiatrist, the cost of undergoing an ADHD evaluation can be prohibitive for many.

Are tourism souvenirs valuable cultural artefacts?

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Tourists spend around one-third of their travel budget on retail purchases.

Shubham Garg stabbing: Family granted visa to come to Australia

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Shubham Garg, the 28-year-old Indian international student, still remains in the hospital and has undergone multiple surgeries. His condition remains serious but stable.

Sydney gets ready for Ravan Dahan and Diwali celebration

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The Deepavali Festival organised by the Hindu Council of Australia will also have many cultural activities, food, and dance.

Indian-Australian professor’s first-of-its-kind book can help mining, infrastructure, and agricultural projects

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The in-depth knowledge of geotechnical details of soils and rocks of any given country can help create stable and high-performance infrastructure and facilities.

How can we tell if a picture is AI-generated fake?

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It is entirely possible that future AI systems could be deliberately trained to fool forensics experts too.

Multiple times stabbed Indian international student Shubham Garg in critical condition, family pleading for visa

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He sought assistance from a nearby house before being taken to Royal North Shore Hospital.

Seven Australian universities in world’s top-100 ranking

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Out of the 37 top universities in Australia, seven feature in the prestigious top 100 Times Higher Education World University Ranking 2023. 

The one thing Year 12 students need for exams…and life beyond school

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This week, year 12 students in New South Wales will begin their final exams, with students in other Australian states soon to follow.

‘It’s Zo time’: Savarirayan becomes first Indian heritage Australian female footy player

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International Day of the Girl: Zoe Savarirayan is a former NPL soccer star with the Bulleen Lions and was selected as a rookie for North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos from Wesley College.

Anjali and Aishwarya shine in Victorian Honour Roll of Women

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Aishwarya Kansakar is a technology futurist while Anjali Shama is a passionate climate change activist.

Does having a majority of women justices in High Court of Australia matters?

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For more than 80 years after its establishment in 1903, the High Court of Australia remained the exclusive preserve of men.

India’s Tata Steel taps into Australia’s critical mineral resources to increase production

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This new business collaboration by the world's number ten steel manufacturer has the potential to deliver benefits to both Australia and India.

Do you know that ‘digital hoarding’ could be your next big problem?

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When an individual constantly acquires digital content, feels difficulty in discarding it, and accumulates digital content without an intended purpose.

Australia-India Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue highlights counter-terrorism, defence issues and mobility of talent-skills

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As liberal democracies, we want to ensure that countries make sovereign choices on matters that are important to them. 

Australia India Institute’s AIRS fellowship program accepting applications in priority sectors 

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35 awards are available to applicants from higher education institutions in each country.

20.4kg Tiranga Barfi wins sweets competition at Diwali show 

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Shakuntala Chand feels that others too should make traditional Indian sweets and showcase their talent in such competitions.

Optus data breach: regulatory changes announced, but legislative reform still needed

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Australia’s data privacy laws and regulations should put limits on how much data companies can collect, or for how long they can keep that information.

Do you know when Australia officially allowed Indian students?

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The small but growing numbers of early Indian students proved active members of friendship associations between Australia and India.

Is the new COVID test home kit worth the cost?

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Unlike RATs, this test needs to be stored in the fridge before use.

Two Indian restaurants finalists in Time Out Food & Drinks Awards

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Besides the two Indian restaurants a Sri Lankan is also a finalist in the 'Best Casual Dining Venue' category.

STEM Sisters and Institute of Health and Nursing Australia winners at the Victorian Premier’s Awards

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Dr Ruwangi Fernando of STEM Sisters and Bijo Kunnumpurath of IHNA received the awards for best Student Experience and Private Education and Training respectively.

India’s Tata set to capture small electric car market through Tiago

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Tata's Tiago EV, priced a little under $A16,000, will be the most affordable electric vehicle available in India.

Bold and imaginatively redesigned National Museum of Australia ready to share and explore ideas

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Costing $25 million, Great Southern Land weaves 2,000 objects into a natural and cultural history to show how the Australian continent has influenced and been impacted by human decisions.

Australia’s next cricket star inspired by Rahul Dravid

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"I idolised Rahul Dravid growing up," says 18-year-old Teague Wyllie - the youngest Sheffield Shield centurion.

Illegal resellers of Ind vs Pak T20 match tickets will be fined $110,952

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Law enforcement agencies are collecting evidence of the illegal selling of tickets via social media.

Indian international students Divyangana and Ritika win Victorian Premier’s award

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These awards are an initiative of the Victorian Government to celebrate outstanding international students in Victoria.

Shantaram – the Black white man’s burden

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The Indians in Shantaram don’t vary much from the stereotypes, constantly needing Lin’s help and “revealing” the true nature of India through their simplicity, generosity and poverty.

ICC T20 World Cup: Rohit Sharma-led Indian team in Australia

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Team Indian will play two practice matches against Western Australia on October 17 and 19 in Perth, as well as two ICC warm-up matches against Australia and NZ.

Gujarati, Tamil, Malayali and Bengali migrant children ahead of Hindi and Punjabi speakers in University participation rate

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The high university participation rates amongst Indian migrant communities is because most parents came to Australia on skilled visas and hold university education in high regard.

Get mesmerised with Australia’s biggest Dussehra at Sri Durga Temple this Sunday

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The festivities will begin with traditional rituals, food, and rides to conclude with fireworks and Ravan Dahan at 7 pm.

Is TikTok full of racist humour and memes?

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Some TikTokers portrayed people of Asian descent as irrational or overly emotional, reducing an entire racial group to a mere caricature.

Food delivery man Raman Sharma admits to attempted medi-hotel drug smuggling

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The magistrate granted Mr Sharma bail and he shall be back in court in November.

Young mum with “kangan and jhumka” wins again at Australian fitness event

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"I do this as a mum and definitely understand how challenging it is to prioritise yourself. I do this to inspire other mums to look after their physical and mental health."

When five liberated women spoke the truth in Australia

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In closed workshops in the Pram’s back theatre, the cast explored how they felt as women, using consciousness-raising techniques from women’s liberation, and physical exercises and improvisations adapted from avant-garde theatre groups.

How much extra your mortgage will be as Reserve Bank lifts cash rate to 2.6 per cent

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"Unless you’re on a fixed-rate mortgage, the banks will likely follow the RBA’s lead and increase the interest rate on your variable home loan soon.

Strong ties with migrant community key to Queensland Cricket’s growth

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We are passionately promoting more engagements with young people, and encouraging local clubs to become more welcoming and culturally inclusive. 

Should lillipilly be made an Australian icon?

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Lillipillies are an Australian origin story and are a major contributor to rainforest biodiversity and important to Indigenous cultures.

‘Gandhi Jayanti’ hosted for the first time at the Parliament of NSW

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'MAHATMA Peace Symposium' aims to increase public awareness and understanding of Mahatma Gandhi’s vision of sustainability, real-development & Ahimsa (non-violence).

Netizens pay tribute to India’s success story Mangalyaan as its fuel finishes

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Mangalyaan made ISRO the fourth space agency to achieve such a feat at a budget of $74 million.

Violence against Hindus in Leicester was the effect, What was the cause? 

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“The truth is that a Hindu family that was celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi was attacked.” 

What happened at Shri Bhagavad Gita Park, Was it vandalised in alleged hate crime?

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Shri Bhagvad Park in Canad's Brampton is spread over 3.75 acres and will have sculptures of Lord Krishna and Arjun on a chariot along with other Hindu deities.

Is recession now inevitable in Australia?

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Given what’s now happening overseas, you might expect Australia’s Reserve Bank to take note and behave differently to central banks overseas.

Adani’s ‘fantasy’ railway finalist in prestigious Australian industry awards

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This 200km railway project was built at the cost of $62 million and employed more than 300 people as part of the construction of the Carmichael Rail Network.

Australia starts search for a new High Commissioner to India

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Barry O’Farrell AO will conclude as High Commissioner to India in February 2023.

Sky’s the limit for India-Australia relationship: CGI Manish Gupta

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In an #exclusive and #candid interview, CGI Sydney Mr Manish Gupta and his wife Mrs Nimeesha Gupta share their views and experiences about living in Australia with The Australia Today.

Shashi Tharoor apologises ‘unconditionally’ after India map blunder in his manifesto

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Shashi Tharoor's manifesto used a map of India that did not have parts of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. 

Do you know about ‘Mandela Effect’ – bizarre phenomenon of shared false memories?

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The Mandela Effect became fodder for conspiracists – the false memories so strong and so specific that some people see them as evidence of an alternate dimension.

Australia ends mandatory isolation requirements for COVID-19, and Pandemic leave disaster payments

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The new payment will be funded 50:50 between the Commonwealth and States and Territories, with final details including eligibility and compliance to be released by Services Australia.

Award-winning Australian respiratory device maker AirPhysio expands in India

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AirPhysio's CEO Paul O’Brien is hopeful that big changes are occurring in the health industry in India which in turn will open opportunities for Australian businesses.

Education platform brings together Australia’s regional university and tech-giant for empowering Indian teachers

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The workshop brought together more than 70 school teachers and college professors from 40+ schools and colleges.

Is selective school right for your child? Here are 7 questions to help you decide

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Selective school places are highly sought-after – these schools feature prominently in the top schools for year 12 results. But they don’t have the fees of elite private schools.

Indian and Nepali students shine in prestigious Victorian International Education Awards 

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The international student awards recognise and showcase exceptional Victorian international students and alumni who champion international education in Victoria and across the globe.

National Anti-Corruption Commission legislation tabled, does it have teeth

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The legislation also provides strong protections for whistleblowers and exemptions for journalists to protect the identity of sources.

Albanese government starts referendum process to put indigenous voice in parliament

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This is an important next step for Australia on the road to the referendum for an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

What does the Optus data breach mean and how can you protect yourself? A step-by-step guide

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Optus' stolen data constitutes an almost complete suite of identity information about a significant number of Australians.

India extends zero-tariff rate for Australian lentils, here are details

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Australian exports of lentils to India increased by 253% compared to the average for the previous 3 years.
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