Naziya Alvi Rahman
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Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].
LATEST
Australia’s Environment Protection Bill Clears Lower House, Tough Road Ahead in Senate
The law sets up a new federal-level Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and introduces a ‘net environmental gain’ rule for projects like mining.
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Government to Launch Public Register Tracking Employers of Skilled Migrants
A UN rapporteur has warned of wage theft and abuse of skilled migrants in Australia.
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Australia Passes Law Allowing IRGC to Be Listed as a Terrorist Group
The power was previously limited to non-state entities.
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Australia to Set Quota on Local Content Spend for Netflix and Prime
New laws would compel streaming platforms to invest in Australian content, ending their exemption from local screen quotas.
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5 Percent Housing Scheme Under Scrutiny as Prices Jump at Fastest Rate in Over 2 Years
Housing Minister O’Neil says boom reflects decades-long affordability crisis, vows new data to rebut claims scheme turbocharged prices.
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ASIO Chief Puts CCP on Notice in Foreign Interference Warning
Burgess says Beijing remains firmly in focus of the intelligence agency.
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‘Lethal Targeting’: ASIO Warns 3 Foreign States Poised for Assassination Attempt
The ASIO chief warned of a ’realistic possibility' a foreign government could attempt to assassinate a dissident on Australian soil.
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PM Award Goes to Scientist for COVID-Related Airborne Virus Research
Professor Lidia Morawska proved COVID could spread through the air, prompting worldwide shifts in ventilation and health policy.
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RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady After September Inflation Jump
Governor Michele Bullock says a stronger-than-forecast inflation jump limited the board’s options on rates.
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Laws Passed, Super to Be Paid at the Same Time as Wages From 2026
CPA Australia warned that the shift will not be without challenges.
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Australia’s Environment Protection Bill Clears Lower House, Tough Road Ahead in Senate
The law sets up a new federal-level Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and introduces a ‘net environmental gain’ rule for projects like mining.
|
Government to Launch Public Register Tracking Employers of Skilled Migrants
A UN rapporteur has warned of wage theft and abuse of skilled migrants in Australia.
|
Australia Passes Law Allowing IRGC to Be Listed as a Terrorist Group
The power was previously limited to non-state entities.
|
Australia to Set Quota on Local Content Spend for Netflix and Prime
New laws would compel streaming platforms to invest in Australian content, ending their exemption from local screen quotas.
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5 Percent Housing Scheme Under Scrutiny as Prices Jump at Fastest Rate in Over 2 Years
Housing Minister O’Neil says boom reflects decades-long affordability crisis, vows new data to rebut claims scheme turbocharged prices.
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ASIO Chief Puts CCP on Notice in Foreign Interference Warning
Burgess says Beijing remains firmly in focus of the intelligence agency.
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‘Lethal Targeting’: ASIO Warns 3 Foreign States Poised for Assassination Attempt
The ASIO chief warned of a ’realistic possibility' a foreign government could attempt to assassinate a dissident on Australian soil.
|
PM Award Goes to Scientist for COVID-Related Airborne Virus Research
Professor Lidia Morawska proved COVID could spread through the air, prompting worldwide shifts in ventilation and health policy.
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RBA Holds Interest Rates Steady After September Inflation Jump
Governor Michele Bullock says a stronger-than-forecast inflation jump limited the board’s options on rates.
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Laws Passed, Super to Be Paid at the Same Time as Wages From 2026
CPA Australia warned that the shift will not be without challenges.
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