Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra A short legal awareness report prepared with special input from Licensed Australian Lawyer – Shrishti Shah (Shri) Legal planning is an essential but often overlooked responsibility for Nepalese and other migrant communities permanently living in Australia. Many people delay or ignore important documents such as an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA/EPOA),…
Umesh Dhakal KNA – Canberra Note: This report series presents Nepali community organisations based in Canberra in a sequential manner. The numbering is for listing purposes only and does not imply hierarchy or ranking. We apologise if any organisation has been unintentionally omitted due to lack of information and will endeavour to include them in…
Umesh Dhakal KNA Canberra In a recently released video, Dr. Swarnim Wagle, Vice President of Nepal’s National Independent Party and a former Member of Parliament Nepal, claimed that money from corruption in Nepal has been invested in Australian real estate through Singapore and Dubai. Speaking against corruption is important and welcome. However, making such serious…
Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra The Prime Minister has warned that Australia now has more firearms in circulation than it did at the time of the Port Arthur massacre, saying the trend cannot be allowed to continue. Speaking after the deadly terrorist attack at Bondi, the Prime Minister said non-citizens have no legitimate need to own…
Umesh Dhakal Sydney, Australia The Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) Australia has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that occurred at Bondi Beach on 14 December 2025, describing it as a cowardly, senseless, and inhumane act of violence. In a statement, NRNA Australia expressed deep condolences to innocent civilians, victims’ families, and the wider Australian community affected…
Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra Seatbelt enforcement has been tightened on ACT roads. From 3 November 2025, traffic cameras have been used to check whether drivers and passengers are wearing seatbelts and whether they are worn correctly. According to ACT Government infringement statistics, a total of 2,839 seatbelt-related fines were issued between 3 and 30 November…
Umesh Dhakal KNA-Canberra The main construction contract for Canberra’s long-awaited Lyric Theatre has been awarded to Multiplex, marking a major milestone for the city’s cultural infrastructure. Construction is scheduled to commence in early 2026, with the project expected to be completed in 2028. Designed as a purpose-built venue for large-scale productions, the new theatre will…
Canberra, Australia—KNA Ashok Basnet, a long-standing and respected leader within the Nepali community in Canberra, has been appointed as the Spokesperson of NRNA Australia. Known for his strong and effective voice, Basnet has consistently represented community issues with clarity, integrity, and impact, earning deep trust from Nepali communities across Canberra and Australia. Basnet has previously…
KNA , Canberra Canberra is gearing up for a spectacular Australia Day weekend in 2026 as the National Capital Authority confirms the much-anticipated return of FLIGHT: Drone SkyShow + Night Markets. The popular summer attraction is back — bigger, brighter, and bolder than before. This year’s edition will feature two unique 15-minute drone shows each…
Kathmandu, Nepal 3 December 2025 The Special School and Rehabilitation Centre (SSDRC), an organisation that has been working nationally for more than 15 years in the fields of education, therapy, rehabilitation, advocacy, and awareness for children with autism, marked the 34th International Day of Persons with Disabilities with a series of inclusive events. On this…
Birbal Roka Chhetri, USA Nepali-origin author Krishna Kandel, who has previously written several school-level textbooks in Nepal and earned a Master of Science from Bellevue University, USA, has released his new book name “Diversity and Immigrants” Dream In America focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and experiences of immigrants and international students in the United States. Having…
Canberra , Australia A 26-year-old man from Coombs has been charged with 26 counts of fraud after allegedly defrauding multiple Canberrans of over $40,000. Police allege he set up social media profiles for building and landscaping businesses, provided quotes, and collected deposits for work that was never carried out. He reportedly had no qualifications to…
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