The Fair Work Ombudsman today released a Report on the findings of its Inquiry into the 7-Eleven franchise network. The Inquiry was prompted by allegations of systemic non-compliance with federal workplace laws. It found that a number of franchisees have been deliberately falsifying records to disguise the underpayment […]
By Manju Mittal Legendary singer Asha Bhosle has had one of the most respected careers in Bollywood music history. Now Asha Bhosle takes pride in the newest singer in the family, her 14 year old granddaughter Zanai Bhosle, who is already making a name for […]
Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull With three weeks until nominations close for the Prime Minister’s Science Prizes, Australia’s Chief Scientist Dr Alan Finkel called on Australians to keep the great stories coming forward. “As Chief Scientist, I am encouraged every […]
As Nuclear Security Summit 2016 comes to an end, here’s a look at key announcements by PM on India’s national actions. 1. India will continue to accord a high national priority to nuclear security through strong institutional framework, independent regulatory agency and trained and specialized manpower. 2. Development and deployment of technology to deter and […]
Given the increase in the number of student visa cancellations in recent months, the message from the department of immigration to student visa applicants and visa holders seems to be that although visas are granted quickly they are also likely to be cancelled easily. In the seven months […]
Super wealthy nationals from China, Europe, the UK, the US and South Africa are increasingly looking to get out of their home countries seeking out safe havens for their funds and lifestyle according to the report Millionaire Migration in 2015. Sydney and Melbourne have been uncovered as […]
Surprise, surprise that everyone among the few who could be traced or cared to respond denied that they owned their millions or billions in tax havens! They even suggested that their identities could be stolen. ”˜Tathatsu’ ”“ so be it – would be an appropriate response by […]
Millions of prescriptions for common medicines, treating everything from cholesterol to high blood pressure, will drop in price for consumers by as much as $20 ”“ or 60 per cent ”“ from this weekend, many for the first time, Minister for Health Sussan Ley announced today. In an Australian first, the price of a large […]
Nitin with Asha Bhosle at Sydney Opera House (Pic courtesy Amitya Mishra Photography) By Manju Mittal Nitin Shankar is a percussionist, rhythm arranger, rhythm programmer, music composer as well as a music director. He has been working in the Indian music Industry since the last 36 years. […]
By Rekha Bhattacharjee As the Australian visit of India’s Finance Minister Arun Jaitley enters its concluding phase, a section of the media here is already lamenting the tepid reception given to him, while also doubting if he can inspire big Oz funds to invest in India. “His visit to Australia this week should have […]