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Hundreds of students set to lose qualifications as Melbourne training college registration canceled
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (408+ words) Australia's vocational training regulator has cancelled the registration of a Melbourne-based college and moved to strip thousands of qualifications issued to students after finding serious breaches in assessment and training standards. The Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) has revoked the…...
More than 340, 000 migrant and refugee women underemployed as Australia's skills recognition system flagged as broken
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (332+ words) A new national report has found that more than 340, 000 migrant and refugee women in Australia are working below their skill level, highlighting what advocates describe as a major but largely overlooked productivity problem. The report, Activate Her Skills, produced by…...
India-New Zealand trade deal to be signed today puts carpets, skills and investment in spotlight
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (359+ words) India and New Zealand are set to sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) today on April 27, 2026, marking a major step forward in bilateral economic relations and opening the door to expanded trade, investment and mobility between the two nations....
Auckland mayor apologises after calling Indian-origin staffer "Muslim terrorist, community says it is "very unfortunate
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (496+ words) Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown is facing mounting backlash after referring to an RNZ staff member of Indian descent as a "Muslim terrorist" during a visit to the broadcaster's Auckland offices, an incident that has drawn condemnation from community leaders and…...
Pretend play is a magical part of childhood. New research suggests it can also help mental health
3+ day, 8+ hour ago (630+ words) Pretend play is a significant and often magical part of childhood. Children have huge imaginations and use these to turn rocks into spaceships, tables into forts or pens into fairies. They might pretend to be "mum" or to "cook dinner…...
New state-of-the-art cardiac cath lab brings lifesaving care closer for Pacific children
4+ day, 6+ min ago (379+ words) A state-of-the-art cardiac catheterisation laboratory has been commissioned in Fiji, marking a major step forward in delivering advanced, life-saving heart care to children across the Pacific. The facility was officially opened by President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu at the Sri Sathya…...
Peace always worth fighting for: Prime Minister and Opposition Leader pay Anzac Day tributes
4+ day, 10+ min ago (246+ words) Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has led the nation in marking Anzac Day, declaring that peace is "always worth fighting for" as Australians gathered in remembrance across the country and overseas. Commemorating 111 years since the Gallipoli landing, the Prime Minister paid…...
PM Modi set for Australia visit in July, Melbourne likely to host diaspora event
4+ day, 22+ hour ago (569+ words) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit Australia in July as part of a broader regional tour that will also take him to Indonesia and New Zealand, according to government and diplomatic sources. Sources familiar with the planning…...
Indo-Fijian business and philanthropic Tappoo family honoured with Fiji's highest civilian award
5+ day, 5+ hour ago (418+ words) Fiji's President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu has officiated a special investiture ceremony at State House, recognising trustees of the Sai Prema Foundation Fiji for their contributions to healthcare and community service. The ceremony was attended by Sri Madhusudan Sai and members…...
Know an Indian-origin senior making a difference? Nominations open for Victoria's top honour
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (381+ words) Do you know an Indian-origin senior making a difference in your community? Victorians are now being urged to step forward and recognise their contributions, with nominations open for the 2026 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards. The Victorian Government has launched…...