SydWest, Ruvi Pooliyadde and Dr Kanan Shah Honoured for Strengthening Blacktown’s Diverse Community
Desi Australia September 1, 2026
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SydWest, Ruvi Pooliyadde and Dr Kanan Shah Honoured for Strengthening Blacktown’s Diverse Community

Three individuals and organisations making a meaningful contribution to inclusion, participation and community connection have been recognised through the Blacktown City Multicultural Awards. The 2026 recipients reflect the wide-ranging efforts taking place across a city of around 460,000 residents and more than 180 nationalities. This year’s honours recognise SydWest Multicultural Services, Ruvi Pooliyadde and Dr […]

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NSW Drivers Start Saving as $100 Vehicle Registration Discount Takes Effect
Desi Australia September 1, 2026
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NSW Drivers Start Saving as $100 Vehicle Registration Discount Takes Effect

Vehicle owners across New South Wales can begin benefiting from a new registration saving from today, with eligible privately owned vehicles receiving a $100 reduction when their registration is renewed. Motorcycle owners will receive an $80 reduction, providing direct relief for households dealing with continued cost-of-living pressures. The measure is expected to benefit owners of […]

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Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence 2026: Meet the Australians Recognised for Leadership, Service and Achievement
Desi Australia August 31, 2026
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Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence 2026: Meet the Australians Recognised for Leadership, Service and Achievement

The 2026 Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence have recognised eight individuals and groups whose work spans community service, professional achievement, sport, agriculture, arts and cultural contribution, and youth leadership. More than 300 guests attended the awards celebration, which highlighted the breadth of Sikh Australian contributions to communities and Australian society. The awards, an initiative of […]

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Michael Keats Confirmed Dead as Nepal-Tibet Flood Disaster Leaves Dozens of Australians Missing
Desi Australia August 31, 2026
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Michael Keats Confirmed Dead as Nepal-Tibet Flood Disaster Leaves Dozens of Australians Missing

Australian Michael Keats, from the NSW South Coast, has been confirmed dead following the catastrophic flooding that struck the Nepal-Tibet border region last week. Keats was travelling as part of a spiritual journey connected to Mount Kailash when floodwaters devastated the Gyirong Port area, where several groups of international pilgrims were caught in the disaster. […]

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Chris Minns and Daniel Mookhey Take NSW-India Partnership Into a New Era
Desi Australia August 31, 2026
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Chris Minns and Daniel Mookhey Take NSW-India Partnership Into a New Era

Chris Minns’ India Mission Strengthens Education, Trade and Community Ties with NSW NSW Premier Chris Minns and Treasurer Daniel Mookhey have begun their official trade mission to India with new education and research initiatives, while highlighting the deep community connections that continue to strengthen the relationship between New South Wales and India. The four-day mission […]

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Multicultural Health Week Puts Movement at the Centre of Mental Wellbeing
Desi Australia August 31, 2026
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Multicultural Health Week Puts Movement at the Centre of Mental Wellbeing

Multicultural Health Week 2026 is placing physical activity at the centre of conversations about mental wellbeing, with the NSW Government encouraging people from diverse cultural backgrounds to incorporate more movement into their everyday lives. The statewide campaign runs from 31 August to 6 September and focuses on practical ways activity can support healthier minds and […]

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SA Children invited to Discover New Sports Free during School Holidays
Desi Australia August 31, 2026
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SA Children invited to Discover New Sports Free during School Holidays

South Australian children will have the chance to step away from screens and explore new sporting activities during the Term 3 school holidays, with the Malinauskas Government launching free Growing for Gold come-and-try sessions. The initiative forms part of a broader $75 million commitment designed to encourage healthier and more active lifestyles among young people. […]

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