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Observing the cultural protocols of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is an important step towards understanding and respecting the First Australians and the land we all live on.

Three missing children found in Queensland; New South Wales Premier Chris Minns says the deaths of three children in a Sydney house fire is a "horrifying crime"; and, in rugby, the Blues and Maroons announce their teams heading into the State of Origin decider.

At least four pro-Palestinian protesters climb on to the roof of Parliament House; a tourist from New Zealand killed in a California robbery; and, in sport, Jordan Thompson exits Wimbledon early.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer who previously worked as a policy officer at the Department of Justice. He sheds light on navigating issues of discrimination on the bases of disability, age or race. Tune in to gain insights into your rights and actionable steps, including resources such as the Australian Human Rights Commission. Time limits for lodging complaints are also crucial to know.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a policy officer at the Department of Justice. When handling complaints about hospitals, he directs attention to the New South Wales (NSW) Department of Health as a key point of contact to advocate for improvements in healthcare delivery and seek accountability for any grievances experienced.

In May each year, Assyrians in the villages of the Ashrafya-Nineveh plains celebrate the Saint George festival. Traditionally, lambs are sacrificed and their meat cooked as part of the saint's memorial. Naseem Sadiq attended the festival and filed this report.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a policy officer for the Department of Justice. In discussions on complaints about doctors, nurses, dentists, and other healthcare professionals, Slewa emphasises reaching out to oversight bodies including the NSW Health Care Complaints Commission (HCCC) and Victoria HCC.

Oliver Slewa is a practising lawyer and previously worked as a policy officer for the Department of Justice. If you have grievances with builders, learn about recourse through agencies including Fair Trading New South Wales and Consumer Affairs Victoria. Oliver offers information about disputes and upholding your rights as consumers.

The Assyrian traditional festivals commemorating Saint Mart Shmuni and her seven sons were held at St Shmuni Church in the Assyrian village of Kareguana in northern Iraq. This saint is said to have sacrificed herself and seven of her children for her belief in God. Naseem Sadiq attended the commemoration ceremony and met Chorbishop Pilipos Dawid Pilipos, who explained the significance of this comm...

Lawyer Oliver Slewa explores avenues for addressing complaints within NSW government departments including education, housing, and social support services, highlighting engagement with the NSW Ombudsman and Victorian Ombudsman.

A bridge collapses on the main route for getting aid and equipment to the site of a Papua New Guinea landslide that buried at least 2,000 people; the United States government says they will not withdraw its military assistance for Israel, after their attacks in Rafah; and, in sport, American basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton dies.

The federal government says Israel's fatal air strike in Rafah is horrific and unacceptable; a North Korean satellite launch fails; and, in tennis, at the French Open, Rafael Nadal loses, and a big-time women's match looms.

The Saint Narsai Medical Centre in Duhok provides free or low-cost treatment to needy Assyrians in Duhok with support from individual donors. Naseem Sadiq visited the centre and spoke with patients who expressed their gratitude for the services received.

This week is Reconciliation Week, marking two important dates in Australia's history for First Nations rights. This year's theme is "Now More Than Ever", encouraging Australians to come together to continue the fight for recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people while addressing issues that disproportionately affect their communities

Australians are coffee-obsessed, so much so that Melbourne is often referred to as the coffee capital of the world. Getting your coffee order right is serious business, so let’s get you ordering coffee like a connoisseur.

First Nations advocates help amplify the voices of Indigenous communities in Australia. Here are some aspects to consider related to advocacy and “allyship” with First Nations communities.

Australia says it is ready to assist Papua New Guinea; Israeli airstrikes kill over 30 people in second day of attacks at Rafah; and, in sport, Maroons name Origin squad for game one.

Bird flu found at a second Victorian farm; An election called in Britain; The Matildas squad for their final warm-ups before the Olympics is picked

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A passenger has died aboard a Singapore Airlines flight during severe turbulence; the Israeli prime minister criticises the ICC chief prosecutor over arrest warrant; and, in sport, Mauricio Pochettino has left his job as Chelsea manager.

Learn how to talk about doing do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.

The government confirms evacuation flights for Australians stranded in New Caledonia; US President Joe Biden slams the international Criminal Court over its Israeli arrest warrants; and, in football, injury plagues the Matildas' squad ahead of the Paris Olympics.

Monday, 20 May this year, was World Bee Day. Lab tests showed that half the Australian honey on supermarket shelves had been "adulterated" or mixed with other substances. SBS Assyrian talked to bee keeper, Joe Joseph, who has years of experience making honey as a hobby. He says that new regulations and tests must be implemented so that the industry is regulated and consumers are aware of the sourc...

Nora Michael has been appointed as the new president of the Assyrian Aid Society (AAS) - Australia by its members. With over a decade of service to the AAS in various volunteer roles, Nora says she sees this as a new challenge and is committed to ensuring that the AAS remains focused on supporting Assyrians in Northern Iraq, particularly in continuing the education of Assyrian children.

On international Thalassemia Day on 8 May 2024, children with the blood disorder, caused when the body doesn't make enough of a protein called haemoglobin, were treated to a special event as they received gifts and entertainment from many sponsors, particularly Nada Jergis, who has been sponsoring this event for many years. Jergis said she appreciated the donation by some people from Australia whe...