New research has shown that a misunderstanding about the safety of breast screening mammograms is making women from Indian and Sri Lankan communities afraid of having lifesaving breast screens. Chief Cancer Officer and CEO of the Cancer Institute NSW, Professor David Currow explained that the small amount of radiation from screening mammograms is harmless and […]
The latest Tourism Research Australia statistics show NSW continues to lead the nation contributing 50 per cent of Australia’s tourism growth over the last 12 months. The State Tourism Satellite Account 2013-14, published by Tourism Research Australia reports on four key areas: tourism consumption, tourism Gross Domestic/State Product, tourism Gross Value Added and tourism […]
Hina Khwaja Bayat, considered one of the pillars of the Pakistani entertainment industry, feels there is a preconceived notion about her country worldwide, and hopes that India and Pakistan soon learn to live like “good neighbours”. During her 20 years in the media industry, she pioneered ground-breaking shows like “Baatain Mulaqaatain”, “Uljhan Suljhan” and “Geo […]
NSW Premier Mike Baird and Minister for Multiculturalism John Ajaka today issued an invitation to the community language media to enter the 2015 Premier’s Multicultural Media Awards. Mr Baird said the annual awards would be held again this year to recognise the excellent work of the state’s ethnic media professionals. “The multicultural media […]
Pregnant women are being urged to vaccinate against the flu and whooping cough to protect themselves and their baby. Health Minister Kim Hames today launched a campaign aimed at encouraging mums to have vaccinations for both infections during their third trimester. “The great thing about both the flu and the whooping cough vaccines […]
Parliamentary Secretary for Social Services with special responsibility for multicultural affairs Senator Fierravanti-Wells is calling on the culturally and linguistically diverse community to get their annual influenza shot, with a new, improved vaccine now available. Senator Fierravanti-Wells said the influenza vaccination available under the National Immunisation Program now protected against the three most prevalent […]
Environment Minister Mark Speakman today joined His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Ret’d), Governor of New South Wales, and servicemen and women past and present at the official opening of the new Anzac Star Bed at Sydney’s Royal Botanic Garden. Mr Speakman said the commemorative flower bed is a replica of […]
After concluding visits to India, The Hague and Iran today I begin a six day visit to Paris, Berlin and Brussels to advance Australia’s interests in Europe. I will be advocating for a free trade agreement between Australia and the European Union and strengthening cooperation on international security issues of mutual concern. I will […]
The Kerala government on Sunday launched a major campaign “Subodham” to help people in the state overcome alcohol, drug and other substance abuse. The project was launched by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy and Art of Living Foundation founder Sri Sri Ravishankar here in the presence of religious leaders, representatives of student organisations and NGOs working […]
Many associate bold cuts, colours and patterns with Indian fashion whereas Pakistani designs are said to ooze with smart detailing and craftsmanship. However, both the markets are unique and different in their own way, says Saad Ali, CEO of Pakistan Fashion Design Council, the only fashion council in the country that was conceived with the […]