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From Australia, World news in Brief
** Government's $10bn Housing Australia Future Fund passes parliament *** History reveals Australia’s looming cyclone risk, pointing to future impact on insurance costs *** PM Albanese hails work of veterans at national vets employment awards *** Parts of Sydney set to scorch in 35C weather within days ... *** Veteran suicides royal commissioner shares fears his inquiry is going unreported, unheard *** Qantas illegally sacked 1700 workers during pandemic, High Court rules *** No respite in sight for nation’s soaring income taxes *** Australia, Philippines signs new strategic partnership deal *** Australia’s first community solar battery switches on *** Hazard reduction operation reduces bushfire risk *** Passer-by saves neighbour from e-scooter fire *** More public art on the cards for Parramatta CBD *** New plan to put Parramatta River front and centre in City’s identity *** Parramatta puts people first in mental health first aid push
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Maronite Patriarch Al-Rahi highlights the duty and role of Christians to restore Lebanon to its rightful
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*** “As we gather to celebrate this wonderful achievement in this life, we remember the faith and determination of our great community.” *** “Australia respects the law and the constitution, and both of them are above everyone else.” *** “The Church will not leave Lebanon and its people a prey to tyranny, injustice and arrogance.” - ** Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Mar Bechara Boutros Al-Rahi
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Kuwaiti Crown Prince meets with Chinese, Korean leaders on trip to China
*** Official talks between HH the CP Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Chinese President Xi Jinping **
Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks in Hangzhou, China. *** Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah also received a visit at his residence in Hangzhou by South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo.
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MP’s busy month filled with milestone events
*** Parramatta Federal MP Dr Andrew Charlton will launch his new book, Australia's India Pivot, and celebrate Australia's relationship with India. ........read more
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Agreement to regulate navigation in Khor Abdullah waterway now in full force, says Kuwait
*** “However, we were astonished by the ruling of the Federal Supreme Court in the brotherly Republic of Iraq, declaring as unconstitutional the law ratifying the agreement regulating maritime navigation in Khor Abdullah.” Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah
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Patriarch Al-Rahi raises Syrians’ plight during golden jubilee dinner for Maronite Church in Australia
*** LtoR: Bishop Tarabay, Prime Minister Mr Albanese, Cardinal Al-Rahi and Premier of NSW Mr Minns
*** I hand over to you the issue of Lebanon, which is a space of freedom and dialogue among civilizations in the turbulent Middle East region, and we want you to support Lebanon in international forums.” - Maronite Patriarch Al-Rahi *** “The number of displaced Syrians in Lebanon has exceeded two million, and this is a frightening burden politically, security-wise, economically and culturally, and the international community does not want to hear any talk about their return for political reasons.” Patriarch Al-Rahi *** “With vitality and generosity, it is the victory of hope for a group that planted a grain of wheat fifty years ago that has borne fruit for generations of Maronites in Australia.” – PM Prime Minister Anthony Albanese *** “... New South Wales, in turn, is proud of the Maronite community. I am certain that the golden jubilee will deepen your faith and renew your noble Christian values.”- Premier Chris Minns ***
“Why is the international community punishing Lebanon? Is it because it opened its doors to displaced Syrians?” Cardinal Al-Rahi *** “With the blessing of His Eminence, our diocese is launching a new charitable project: the Lebanese School Appeal specifically to pay school fees for needy students in Lebanon.” Bishop Antoine-Charbel Tarabay
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Historic $350 million upgrade for Canterbury Hospital
** The NSW government has lifted teachers wages to restore our States’ Education System ** Now, 95,000 NSW teachers will receive largest pay rise in decades. Sophie Cotsis MP believes that this is an achievement for the history books.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia onboard heavily-armoured train
*** “When I get there, you will know.” Russian President Vladimir Putin *** “The interests of our two countries are important to us, not warnings from Washington.”- Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov.
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Reconsecration, opening marks a new chapter for Our Lady of Mercy Maronite Church in Goulburn, NSW
** ** “The church re-opening is a momentous occasion that holds great significance for the Maronite Eparchy in Australia, as it coincides with its golden jubilee since official establishment in 1973.” Bishop Antoine-Charbel Tarabay *** “I want to acknowledge and thank all those who worked hard to help establish the Parish in Goulburn-Canberra and make this event possible.” HE Bishop Tarabay
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Libyan death toll from storm already at 2000 and climbing with 10,000 residents missing in flooding
** ** 10,000 people are missing amid expectations that the death toll could reach thousands. Head of delegation for Libya for the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Tamer Ramadan *** United Arab Emirates to send humanitarian assistance and search-and-rescue teams. UAE ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
*** Derna declared a disaster zone after heavy rainfall and floods destroyed much of the city
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Ross McEwan, CBE speaks at the ALCC Annual Business Luncheon in Sydney
*** NAB CEO explains why interest rate rises may be coming to an end at ALCC business luncheon: “The impact of interest rates will not be severe, but high inflation will affect 100 percent of households, which is why inflation must be controlled.” ** “90 percent of customers will be back to normal and completely fine within 90 days. This is the strength of banks and their ability to really focus on customer needs.” ** Australia will avoid recession by the end of next year. ** "Banks alone cannot solve the growing fraud problem. It will take a national effort to confront this wave of organized crime; and that means government." ** Shane Geha: “Whenever I am confused about the rules, I only just think of one rule; the welfare of the people is supreme.”
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GCC calls for Iraqi recognition of Kuwaiti sovereignty in land and sea border demarcation dispute
*** “The process of ratifying international treaties and agreements shall be regulated by a law enacted by a two-thirds majority of the members of the House of Representatives.” Article 61, Iraqi Constitution. ** The Khor Abdullah Maritime Navigation Agreement is based on UN Security Council Resolution No. 833 (1993).
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