Australia
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Vic gov nurtures ethnic media
New focus unveiled as the Victorian Multicultural Commission explains its outreach role.
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Rudd reaffirms Cyprus and FYROM position
Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd has confirmed the Australian Government’s unqualified position in regard to both Cyprus and FYROM.
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Smoking ban hits hurdle
A blanket ban on smoking in outdoor dining areas in Melbourne is unlikely, despite the ongoing anti-smoking lobby from health organisations and participating councils.
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Tony Mokbel hearing continues
Mokbel, who pleaded guilty on April 18, may have found a loop in the legal system to avoid more jail time.
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‘Leap of logic’ ruling on AMAC case criticised
Professor Spencer Zifcak, a law professor at Australian Catholic University, has strongly criticised the decision of VCAT member Noreen Megay to reject AMAC’s racial vilification c
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Killer Dupas likely to remain locked away
Triple homicide killer Peter Dupas, serving three life sentences for the murder of three women, is likely to have an appeal request application dismissed after failing to meet the
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Prosecution seeks maximum sentencing for Soteriou
Vicky Soteriou should serve 16 years in jail according to the prosecution in the case of the attempted murder of Chris Soteriou.
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Migration program off track
Visas ‘spread like blancmange’ says population expert as eastern states soak up new migrants.
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Ladopoulos principal at St Johns
Dr Charalampos Ladopoulos has been appointed the new principal of St John’s Greek Orthodox College in Melbourne.
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Ethnic community awards under scrutiny
Awards given to ethnic communities in NSW have come under scrutiny, since the execution of last years awards by then premier Kristina Keneally.