Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra A significant step in Australia–Indonesia relations has been taken following the conclusion of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s official visit to Indonesia, where a new bilateral security treaty was signed. The Australia–Indonesia Treaty on Common Security was formalised by Prime Minister Albanese and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, marking a major expansion of…
Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra Northern Territory hospitals see increased medical capacity and improved trainee retention across regional and remote locations More than 200 new doctors have joined the Northern Territory health workforce in 2026, boosting frontline healthcare services and strengthening medical capacity across metropolitan, regional, and remote communities. A total of 222 doctors have commenced…
Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra The Albanese Government has announced it will recommend former Defence Secretary Greg Moriarty AO to the Governor-General for appointment as Australia’s next Ambassador to the United States. Mr Moriarty brings decades of experience in defence, diplomacy and national security, having served in some of Australia’s most senior public service roles. He…
Umesh Dhakal KNA-Canberra Public consultation on the draft Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism Bill 2026 closes tomorrow, Thursday January 15 at 4:00 pm — an unacceptably short consultation period, particularly at this time of year, for legislation with such far-reaching implications. The Bill is scheduled to be voted on Monday. We all want to combat…
Umesh Dhakal KNA- Canberra ACT — Canberra has reached a major public transport milestone, with the final bus in a fleet of 106 electric buses entering service earlier than scheduled. The rollout marks a significant step in reducing transport emissions and building a cleaner, more sustainable public transport network across the ACT. The electric buses…
Umesh Dhakal Canberra, Australia The Prime Minister today convened a meeting of the National Cabinet in response to what he described as an act of terror and antisemitism that occurred in Bondi last night. In a statement following the meeting, the Prime Minister said the government stood firmly with Jewish Australians and condemned hatred and…
Spring is in full bloom, and Canberra is buzzing with exciting events, festivals, and community activities this November! Whether you’re looking to celebrate diversity, enjoy live music, get active, or explore local markets, there’s something for everyone this month. 🌈 SpringOUT! Pride Festival – All Month Canberra’s only pride festival, SpringOUT!, runs…
Canberra, October 9, 2025 — The Australian Government has welcomed the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel and Hamas have agreed to the first phase of a plan aimed at restoring peace to Gaza. In a joint statement issued by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Australia described the agreement…
Australia’s aged care and health workforce is set to receive another pay boost, with new minimum pay rates coming into effect from 1 October 2025. The increases apply to eligible employees, including direct aged care workers and some nursing staff, as part of ongoing reforms to improve wages and workforce sustainability in the sector. According…
The government has today released the latest R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) Transparency Report, providing insights into company investment in research and development across Australia. The report covers the 2022–23 financial year, showing that 12,956 companies invested $16.2 billion in R&D. Of these: 6,016 (46%) were small businesses with turnover under $10 million. 4,507 (35%) were…
The Albanese Labor Government has reaffirmed its commitment to attracting foreign investment as a driver of secure, well-paid jobs and stronger local industries. Meeting with business leaders from Australia and the United States today, the Prime Minister highlighted Australia’s unique advantages as a world-leading destination for global investment, including critical resources, a highly skilled workforce,…
Canberra, 21 September 2025 – Australia has officially recognised Palestine as an independent and sovereign state, marking a significant shift in its Middle East policy. The announcement came through a joint statement from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong. By granting recognition, Australia acknowledged the long-held aspirations of the Palestinian people for…
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