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Australia’s ‘carbon budget’ may blow out by 40% under the Coalition’s nuclear energy plan – and that’s the best-case scenario

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The Coalition’s pledge to build seven nuclear reactors poses serious questions about whether this nation can meet its international climate obligations.

Ellis Bevan ready for Australia challenge after facing Faf de Klerk on debut

The Cardiff scrum-half relished the challenge posed by the Springboks star. Ellis Bevan is ready to push for a Wales starting place in Australia after

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Japa: Australia hikes international students visa fees to prevent migration

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Australia has implemented significant increases in visa fees for international students, effective from July 1, marking a sharp rise from A$710 to A$1,600 ($1,068). This move comes as part of broader efforts by the government to manage…

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Chainoi Worawut gears up for showdown against Sam Goodman in Australia

www.ringtv.com

Thachtana Luangphon (25-0-1, 15 KOs), also known as Chainoi “The Rockman” Worawut, is set to face Australia’s Sam Goodman in an elimination bout on July 10th, 2024, in New South Wales during a card promoted by No Limit Boxing. The winner…

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A Refugee Team in Australia? Here’s What Afghanistan Women Request From The ICC

www.cricadium.com

With the Taliban acquiring power in Afghanistan, it doesn’t take an activist to see the unfavourable conditions for women in the country. While the Afghanistan men’s cricket team has the proper recognition and support that took them to the…

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Australia more than doubles fees on international student visas

www.upi.com

Australia on Monday doubled fees for student visas amid efforts to slow down immigration, drawing ire from international student representatives.

Afghanistan women urge ICC to help them establish refugee team in Australia

www.crictracker.com

17 female players formerly contracted by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) have appealed to the International Cricket Council (ICC) for assistance in establishing a refugee team based in Australia.

Surge in Palestinians applying for protection while in Australia prompts calls to create ‘emergency uplift’ visa

www.theguardian.com

Exclusive: Use of tourist visas not fit for purpose, advocates say, as Gaza man describes how coming to Australia on one has left him with ‘no rights’

Porn sites and Meta among those tasked with drafting Australia’s online child safety rules

www.theguardian.com

Regulator gives industry groups six months to come up with draft code, expected to include rules about age verification

Shock, out of stock and secret supplies: what we found when we tried to buy vapes in Australia

www.theguardian.com

The federal government has banned tobacconists, vape shops, and convenience stores from selling vapes. But are they sticking to the rules?

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David Warner enjoys retired life as former Australia star lets loose after waving goodbye to international cricket at the T20 World Cup

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After enjoying a farewell tour which included a swansong last summer, Warner was denied his fairytale goodbye during the T20 World Cup as Australia crashed out in the Super Eights.

International Student Visa Cost: Australia Doubles Visa Fees for International Students; Indians to Be Hit

www.latestly.com

Australia has more than doubled the cost of student visa fees for international students from USD 710 to USD 1,600, a move which will impact lakhs of Indians planning to study in this country.

Wales rugby squad break into song in gesture of respect on Australia tour

Warren Gatland's side have been warmly welcomed to Australia ahead of their first clash with the Wallabies

Engineered stone is now banned in Australia—but how safe are the alternatives?

medicalxpress.com

From today, engineered stone is banned in Australia in a bid to protect workers from inhaling deadly silica dust, which has long been linked to diseases such as lung cancer and silicosis.

Afghanistan women cricketers urge ICC to help them form a refugee team in Australia

cricketaddictor.com

17 female players from Afghanistan have urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to help them in setting up a refugee team based in Australia.

Australia raises international student visa fees by 225% to prevent migration

Australia has implemented a significant increase in student visa application fees, raising them from $710 to $1,600 effective July 1, 2024. This 225% hike makes Australia the most expensive country for student visa applications, surpassing…

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Australia doubles foreign student visa fee to curb migration, Indian students likely to be hit

www.wionews.com

Australia significantly increased the fees for international students, more than doubling it from AUS 710 ($473) to AUD 1,600 ($1,068).

This new cruise ship may be the most luxurious way to explore Australia’s Kimberley coast

thepointsguy.com

Editor’s note: TPG’s Gene Sloan accepted a free trip from Seabourn to get an early look at the new Seabourn Pursuit. The opinions expressed below are entirely his and weren’t subject to review by the line. One of the world’s most remote…

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Australia’s move to double student visa fee to impact applicants from India

At 122,391, India remains the second largest source country for international student enrolments in Australia