New Delhi, Lance Naik Hanumanthappa Koppad, who was rescued alive after being buried under snow for six days in the world’s highest battlefield, the Siachen glacier, died on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said: “Proud that martyrs like you served India.” Lance Naik Koppad, 33, was flown down to the Army Hospital (Research and Referral), […]
Today MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS The Hon Julie Bishop MP announce the appointment of Ms Harinder Sidhu as Australia’s next High Commissioner to India. India is one of Australia’s closest and most significant partners in the Indo-Pacific region. It is our 10th largest trading partner and our two-way investment is worth over $20 billion. The Government […]
For the first time ever, Vivid Sydney 2016 is lighting up Taronga Zoo, with a trail of spectacular installations including giant, luminous animal sculptures. Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events Stuart Ayres said Sydney’s world-famous Zoo is turning 100 and Vivid Sydney is joining the celebrations, bringing its wondrous light, creativity and innovation to […]
Frontline child protection caseworkers and managers will be workshopping how best to help children into safe and permanent families through Open Adoption in a roadshow across the state. Minister for Family and Community Services Brad Hazzard said Open Adoption was very different to past adoption practices which had caused untold grief. Open Adoption ensures children […]
NSW Minister for Medical Research Pru Goward has congratulated the Commonwealth Government on introducing legislation to establish a national licensing scheme for the controlled cultivation of cannabis for medical and related scientific purposes into federal parliament today. “NSW is leading the charge on medicinal cannabis research and innovation – building an evidence base to support […]
Minister for Transport and Infrastructure Andrew Constance today announced an Australian first for train customers – a grocery collection trial to save people time after their commute home. The new ‘Click & Collect’ trial allows customers to shop online with Woolworths and pick their shopping up from specially designed lockers at the station on their […]
Minister for Local Government Paul Toole today announced the temporary suspension of Auburn’s councillors and the appointment of an administrator while a public inquiry into the council is underway. “After careful consideration of Auburn City Council’s submission and given the serious nature of the allegations the council is facing, it is clear that it is […]
Today The Hon. Josh Frydenberg, Minister for Resources, Energy and Northern Australia co-chaired the Australia India Energy Security Dialogue in Canberra with the Indian Minister for Coal, Power and New and Renewable Energy, Mr Piyush Goyal. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss a range of issues that are a priority for Australia and India, […]
The Australian Government is providing further humanitarian assistance to Ethiopia and Somalia to support those affected by drought conditions, and those affected by the ongoing conflict in Somalia. Two seasons of poor or non-existent rainfall in Ethiopia, exacerbated by the current El Niño event, has left more than 10 million Ethiopians in need of assistance. An […]
I can confirm today my intention to stand down from federal politics effective at the next election. After 12 fulfilling and eventful years I feel the time is right. At 64 and in excellent health I plan to move on to my next career which will be in some capacity in the private sector. I […]