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Anthony Albanese Meets 150 Young Australians as National Youth Parliament Opens New Path to Civic Participation

Desi Australia August 20, 2026

Anthony Albanese Meets 150 Young Australians as National Youth Parliament Opens New Path to Civic Participation

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with 150 young Australians taking part in the country’s inaugural National Youth Parliament, encouraging participants to recognise the importance of their perspectives in shaping Australia’s future. The five-day program in Canberra is giving senior secondary students an opportunity to experience parliamentary processes and engage directly with the nation’s democratic […]

India and Australia Deepen Naval Cooperation as Senior Commanders Meet in Sydney

Desi Australia August 19, 2026

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India and Australia Deepen Naval Cooperation as Senior Commanders Meet in Sydney

India and Australia have further strengthened their maritime partnership following the 17th India–Australia Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks held in Sydney on 11 and 12 August 2026. Senior representatives from the Indian Navy and Royal Australian Navy used the two-day engagement to discuss ways of improving operational cooperation and expanding defence collaboration. The discussions were co-chaired by […]

Lily Hooper Missing for Seventh Day as Major Search Continues in NSW’s Nattai National Park

Desi Australia August 19, 2026

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Lily Hooper Missing for Seventh Day as Major Search Continues in NSW’s Nattai National Park

The search for 18-year-old Lily Hooper has entered its seventh day after the experienced bushwalker disappeared during a solo hike in Nattai National Park in the NSW Southern Highlands. Emergency services, Defence personnel and specialist search teams continue working across difficult terrain, with Lily’s family and the wider community holding onto hope for her safe […]

Liverpool Hospital Introduces AngelEye Cameras to Keep NICU Families Connected

Desi Australia August 19, 2026

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Liverpool Hospital Introduces AngelEye Cameras to Keep NICU Families Connected

Parents of premature and critically ill babies at Liverpool Hospital can now stay connected with their children from outside the hospital through a new camera system installed in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The AngelEye technology provides families with secure, round-the-clock access to a live view of their baby, offering reassurance during periods when they […]

NSW Introduces 11 Specialist Navigators to Help Sexual Violence Survivors Access Justice

Desi Australia August 19, 2026

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NSW Introduces 11 Specialist Navigators to Help Sexual Violence Survivors Access Justice

The NSW and Australian governments are expanding specialist assistance for people affected by sexual violence, with 11 new Justice System Navigators being rolled out across New South Wales. The initiative will provide dedicated, trauma-informed guidance to help survivors understand their rights, make informed choices and access legal and support services throughout their interaction with the […]

India Fest Townsville 2026 Draws More Than 25,000 in Celebration of Culture, Community and Giving

Desi Australia August 18, 2026

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India Fest Townsville 2026 Draws More Than 25,000 in Celebration of Culture, Community and Giving

More than 25,000 people gathered at Riverway on Saturday, 15 August, as India Fest Townsville 2026 transformed the North Queensland city into a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, community, diversity and the spirit of giving. Held around India’s Independence Day, the annual festival brought together people from across Townsville, North Queensland and beyond to experience the colour, traditions, food, music, […]

Melbourne and Chandigarh Artists Unite to Bring Raksha Bandhan to Life Through Music

Desi Australia August 18, 2026

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Melbourne and Chandigarh Artists Unite to Bring Raksha Bandhan to Life Through Music

A new musical collaboration linking Melbourne and Chandigarh is set to bring the spirit of Raksha Bandhan to audiences across Australia and India. Supported by Creative Arts Victoria, the project uses contemporary music and digital storytelling to celebrate cultural heritage, family connections and the shared traditions that continue to connect communities across borders.  The […]

Sarees, Songs and Sisterhood: Sydney Women Celebrate the Legend Asha Bhonsle

Desi Australia August 17, 2026

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Sarees, Songs and Sisterhood: Sydney Women Celebrate the Legend Asha Bhonsle

Sydney’s Saree Sisterhood came together for an evening of music, dance and camaraderie, celebrating the timeless songs of the legendary playback singer, Asha Bhonsle. The elegance of black and white took centre stage at ProRegal Function Cente in Wentworthville as 80 women from the Saree Club gathered to celebrate one of India’s most iconic voices, […]

Yash’s Toxic Builds Anticipation With a Dark Fairy-Tale World and Grand Ambition

Desi Australia August 17, 2026

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Yash’s Toxic Builds Anticipation With a Dark Fairy-Tale World and Grand Ambition

Yash’s much-awaited Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups is shaping up as one of the most ambitious Indian films of 2026, bringing together a large ensemble cast, an expansive period setting and a distinctive creative approach. Directed by Geetu Mohandas, the film is designed as a mature action drama with a world that blends fantasy-inspired […]

Bangladesh Stun Australia With Historic Nine-Wicket Darwin Test Victory

Desi Australia August 17, 2026

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Bangladesh Stun Australia With Historic Nine-Wicket Darwin Test Victory

Bangladesh has produced one of the most significant results in its Test history, defeating Australia by nine wickets in Darwin to secure its first Test victory on Australian soil. The result, achieved inside four days at Marrara Oval, overturned expectations and gave Najmul Hossain Shanto’s side a landmark success against the world’s top-ranked Test team. […]