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Australians in Werriwa will have more options for free, public mental health care backed by Medicare, thanks to a billion-dollar investment by a re-elected Albanese Labor Government. Locals will have access to free, walk-in mental health support and care with the opening of a new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Green Valley. Medicare Mental Health Centres provide free, walk-in mental health support and care for people in distress and ongoing care for more complex mental health needs. The centres are staffed by a multidisciplinary care team, including social workers, nurses and peer support workers, who will provide wraparound support and…

Andrew Charlton MP, Federal Member for Parramatta today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will help fund a two-storey, multi-purpose community hall at the Murugan Temple in Mays Hill. This $7 million election commitment will contribute to funding a state-of-the-art facility for Sydney’s Tamil community with an 800-seat multifunction hall, a 600 seat multipurpose space, foyers, learning rooms, library and meeting rooms. It will be an important gathering space that will help strengthen community ties for the local Tamil community, as well as an educational and cultural hub for the wider Parramatta community. Consistent with past practice, election commitments…

Dilnoor and B Praak come together with their latest heartfelt track, Mera Yaar. With Dilnoor’s soulful voice and B Praak’s signature touch, this song beautifully captures the depth of love, longing, and devotion.     Mera Yaar is poetry in motion—each verse drenched in emotion, each note echoing with passion. The lyrics paint a stunning picture of love, drawing parallels between the beloved and the moon’s celestial beauty. From the first note to the last lingering echo, Mera Yaar it’s an experience that stays with you.     Reflecting on the song, Dilnoor shares,”Mera Yaar song is about completely surrendering…

Bright lights, gleaming surgical tools, and a patient ready on the operating table. All seems to be in order, but then an alarm sounds and all eyes immediately look to you – what happens next is in your hands. Luckily, this is not a critical scenario but part of UniSA’s new perioperative escape room, designed especially for nursing staff at the Calvary Adelaide Hospital. Set in a state-of-the-art operating room, this patient simulation puts experienced nurses to the test as they solve complex scenarios and respond to perioperative emergencies. Working together, participants must adeptly and efficiently manage whatever challenges are…

Kelly Johnson has been named the 2025 South Australian AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award for her leadership in transforming food waste into opportunity. Her enterprise, SPhiker turns surplus and second-grade produce, purchased straight from farms, into shelf-stable meals, setting a new standard in circular economy-based agribusiness. Ms Johnson accepted the Award today at a ceremony attended by the Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC. The AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award, supported by platinum sponsor Westpac, is Australia’s leading award recognising the innovation, leadership and impact of women in rural and regional industries and communities. With a $15,000…

Passionate nurse and midwife, dedicated educator, and prominent public health researcher, Professor Yvonne Cadet-James has joined CQUniversity as the Director of the Jawun Research Institute. With more than two decades of knowledge and expertise in the health and education sectors, Professor Cadet-James will lead the diverse Jawun team in engaged, impactful, applied research and innovation at the First Nations focused institute. As a proud Gugu Badhun woman of the Upper Burdekin region of northern Queensland, Professor Cadet-James brings a valuable perspective to the Institutes as a champion for First Nations health and wellbeing. “From a very early age I wanted…

Creating a moment charged with cinematic pride and spiritual symbolism, the powerhouse team behind Kannappa descended upon Lucknow to meet Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Leading the delegation were legendary actor and producer Mohan Babu, Vishnu Manchu, dance icon Prabhu Deva, and executive producer Vinay Maheshwari—each carrying the fire and fervour of a film that has sparked humongous excitement among cine-goers. The meeting was nothing short of monumental. In a grand gesture of reverence and recognition, a striking poster of Kannappa was unveiled in the presence of the CM, bearing with it a big revelation: the film will be…

Making a powerful confluence of faith and passion, superstar Vishnu Manchu met spiritual leader Bageshwar Dham Sarkar (Bageshwar Baba), Shri Dhirendra Krishna Shastri ji, today—an auspicious prelude to a monumental journey that begins tomorrow. With the much-anticipated mythological epic Kannappa gearing up for release, Vishnu Manchu is doing more than promotions—he’s surrendering to a spiritual calling. The meeting with Bageshwar Baba comes at a time when Kannappa, the story of Lord Shiva’s fiercest and most unlikely devotee, is poised to ignite conversations and consciousness across the country. During the meeting, Bageshwar Dham Sarkar graciously gave his blessing to the team…

Sydney, Australia – In a vibrant celebration of growth and opportunity, the University of Tasmania (UTAS), in partnership with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA), officially opened its newest campus — the Ultimo Study Centre — right in the heart of Sydney’s innovation and education precinct. The launch event brought together valued partners, education agents, and community leaders for an unforgettable evening filled with cultural celebration and engaging activities. A highlight of the evening was the traditional Chinese lion dance, performed to bless the new campus with good fortune and positive energy. One of the most captivating moments of the evening was the…