Australia News – A Roundup of Significant Articles on ForeignAffairs.co.nz for May 4, 2025

Australia News: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 4, 2025.

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: Breakout Session at Waves 2025 Highlights Madhya Pradesh as India’s Emerging Creative Hub
Source: Government of India Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 3:10PM by PIB Mumbai Mumbai, 3 May 2025   A high-profile breakout session titled “Digital Dreams & Cinematic Visions: Madhya Pradesh as the Next Creative Hub” was held today at Waves 2025. The session was moderated by Naman Ramachandran, International Correspondent of Variety. Renowned producer and […]

MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: PM congratulates Mr. Anthony Albanese on being elected as Prime Minister of Australia
Source: Government of India Posted On: 03 MAY 2025 6:26PM by PIB Delhi Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today extended his congratulations to Mr. Anthony Albanese on his election as the Prime Minister of Australia. In a post on X, he wrote: “Congratulations @AlboMP on your resounding victory and re-election as Prime Minister of Australia! […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Serious crash at Goodwood Road, Adelaide
Source: New South Wales – News Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash at the intersection of Goodwood Road and Greenhill Road, Adelaide. The collision occurred just before 8am on Sunday 4 May. Police are closing the intersection while emergency services work at the scene. Goodwood Road is closed to all traffic […]

MIL-OSI: Clackamas Progress Partners announces completion of Oregon’s first P3 courthouse
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) PORTLAND, Ore., May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clackamas Progress Partners (CPP), a Fengate Asset Management-led (Fengate) consortium, today announced the completion and handover of the new Clackamas County Circuit Courthouse – the first courthouse to be delivered as a public-private partnership (P3) in Oregon. CPP – comprising Fengate (developer), PCL Construction […]

MIL-OSI United Kingdom: King leads nation in tribute to the greatest generation
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments Press release King leads nation in tribute to the greatest generation His Majesty The King will join Second World War veterans in London tomorrow for a military procession and fly past to mark VE Day 80 Hollywood actor Timothy Spall will read Churchill speech Iconic buildings across […]

MIL-OSI USA: 96-Year Old Veteran Saluted at Special Medal Ceremony
US Senate News: Source: United States Senator for Rhode Island Jack Reed SMITHFIELD, RI – Nearly 79 years after Seaman Second Class Carmine J. Lombardi joined the U.S. Navy, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today joined Mr. Lombardi and his family to salute the 96-year old’s military service and present him with medals he earned at […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Construction begins on Light Rail Stage 2A
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services The start of construction on Light Rail Stage 2A paves the way for three new light rail stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South and Commonwealth Park. In brief: The next stage of the ACT’s light rail project is called Stage 2A. Construction on Stage 2A has begun. Three […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Accessible family activities in Canberra
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Children enjoying a live show at Questacon. Photo credit VisitCanberra In brief: Canberra has plenty of activities and experiences for families. This story lists accessible activities and spaces for families to visit. Canberra is packed with family-friendly activities and experiences. Many of these attractions and spaces are inclusive […]

MIL-OSI Australia: The geek’s guide to Canberra
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Harry Potter fans will love Quizzic Alley. In brief: Canberra is a haven for those who are into gaming, science, technology and fantasy. This article lists the city’s most geek-friendly groups, activities and venues. What makes a geek, you ask? Well, you might proudly identify as a geek […]

MIL-OSI Global: Labor routs the Coalition as voters reject Dutton’s undercooked offering
Source: The Conversation – Global Perspectives – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra In a dramatic parallel, what happened in Canada at the beginning of this week has now been replicated in Australia at the end of the week. An opposition that a few months ago had looked just possibly on track to […]

MIL-Evening Report: Albanese increases majority and Dutton loses seat in stunning election landslide
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra The Albanese government has been re-elected with a substantially increased majority, and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has lost his seat, in a crushing defeat of the Coalition. As of late Saturday night, there was a two-party swing to Labor of […]

MIL-Evening Report: Labor wins surprise landslide, returned with a thumping majority
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Adrian Beaumont, Election Analyst (Psephologist) at The Conversation; and Honorary Associate, School of Mathematics and Statistics, The University of Melbourne With 52% of enrolled voters counted, The Poll Bludger has Labor ahead in 92 of the 150 House of Representatives seats, the Coalition in 43, the Greens […]

MIL-Evening Report: Labor routs the Coalition as voters reject Dutton’s undercooked offering
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Michelle Grattan, Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra In a dramatic parallel, what happened in Canada at the beginning of this week has now been replicated in Australia at the end of the week. An opposition that a few months ago had looked just possibly on track to […]

MIL-Evening Report: Dutton and the Coalition did not do the work, and misread the Australian mood
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Mark Kenny, Professor, Australian Studies Institute, Australian National University The former federal director of the Liberal Party, Brian Loughnane, used to tell media companies that their practice of commissioning expensive opinion polls right through a parliamentary term was a waste of money. Election 2025 seemed to vindicate […]

MIL-Evening Report: Labor wins with a superior campaign and weak opposition – now it’s time to make the second term really matter
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Chris Wallace, Professor, School of Politics Economics & Society, Faculty of Business Government & Law, University of Canberra Superior campaigning by the Labor machine, a lift in the personal performance of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and a woeful campaign by Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have seen Labor […]

MIL-Evening Report: Albanese’s government might not thrill, but it has shown unity and competence – and that’s no mean feat
Source: The Conversation (Au and NZ) – By Frank Bongiorno, Professor of History, ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences, Australian National University The Coalition’s election campaign of 2025 has a strong claim to be considered among the worst since federation. I know of none more shambolic. Barely a day passed without some new misstep […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Applications open for Work Experience and Support Program
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services Former WESP participant Zhenjun and Infrastructure Canberra’s Rebekka Bjarnadottir, who hosted Zhenjun’s work placement in 2024. In brief: The ACT Government offers the Work Experience and Support Program (WESP) program. It is for Canberrans from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds who do not have meaningful employment. WESP includes […]

MIL-OSI Australia: Get ready for the 2025 school year
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services In Brief: The 2025 public school year begins for new students on the 3 February and continuing students on 4 February. This story contains key dates and information for families. Canberra families are about to start another school year. Here is everything you need to know to help […]

MIL-OSI: Best Online Casinos Canada: Expert Picks 7Bit as the Top Casino for Canadian Players
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI) EDMONTON, Alberta, May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After using several online casinos in our quest for the ultimate gaming platform, we ended up at 7Bit Casino, and its bonuses and rewards were mindblowing. The welcome package, offering up to C$10,800 and 250 free spins, set an incredibly high standard from the […]

MIL-OSI Australia: RANGE ROAD, WOODSIDE (Grass Fire)
Source: South Australia County Fire Service WOODSIDE Issued on03 May 2025 15:22 Harrogate Fire Issued for WOODSIDE in The Adelaide hills. The CFS is responding to a grass and scrub fire at Woodside in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. Approximately 60 CFS volunteers on 12 trucks, supported by 4 aircraft, have contained the fire to […]