The Victorian Government has officially closed its 2024–25 State Nominated Skilled Visa Program to new Registrations of Interest (ROIs) as of 4:00 pm today, Tuesday, 29 April 2025. To be considered for a Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) or Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa …

Diwali, the joyous Festival of Lights, is a significant celebration dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. On this special day, families come together to perform Lakshmi Puja, a ritual believed to invite blessings of abundance, happiness, and well-being. In 2024, …

To provide safer environments for online marketplace transactions, special zones have been established outside 35 24-hour police stations across Victoria. These Safer Exchange Sites offer a secure alternative for buyers and sellers to meet when exchanging items purchased online, avoiding riskier locations like homes, parks, …

Since 2019, Australia’s mobile providers have been planning to shut down their 3G networks to enhance the performance of 4G and 5G services. This change is fast approaching, with Telstra and Optus set to turn off their 3G networks on 28 October 2024. Vodafone …

The spirit of Diwali lit up Federation Square today as thousands gathered to celebrate the “Celebrate Diwali – Festival of Lights,” hosted by Celebrate India. From 11 AM until 10 PM, the iconic venue was transformed into a vibrant cultural hub, where attendees from …

Detectives from the Major Drug Squad (MDS) have seized more than 6,000 cannabis plants in one of the largest busts in Victoria’s recent history. The operation took place in regional Victoria, where police uncovered a sophisticated hydroponic cannabis set-up valued at over $26 million. …

Western Australia has emerged as the fastest-growing state in the country, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). The state’s population has now exceeded 3 million residents, with immigration playing a significant role in this rapid expansion. In the past …