Prime Minister Anthony Albanese Archives

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese presents baggy caps to hosts as Pakistan wins Toss in Mauka Oval In a historic moment at Mauka Oval, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese of Australia presented the iconic green baggy caps to the Prime Minister’s XI players just before the commencement of their highly anticipated four-day first-class match against Pakistan. The ceremony was marked by camaraderie as both teams came together for a group photo, setting the stage for an exciting cricket showdown. Amid the picturesque setting, Prime Minister Albanese took center stage as he flipped the coin toss. Pakistan emerged victorious, winning the toss and opting to bat first on the opening day of the four-day encounter. As the action unfolded on the field, Abdullah Shafiq and Imam ul Haq stepped up to open the innings for Pakistan, facing the formidable bowling attack led by Mark Steketee and Nathan McAndrew from the host side. The ...

Sri Lankan who walked 1,000 KM over Australia asylum issue gets PR Source : newswire Sri Lankan asylum seeker Neil Para, who walked 1000km from Ballarat to Sydney, and his family have been granted permanent visas. Mr Para, who had been living on a bridging visa for the past 10 years along with his family, embarked on the walk to urge Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to give refugees stranded on bridging visas a “fair go” Immigration lawyer Carina Ford said on Sunday the visas were granted as Mr Para neared the end of his walk. She said he had completed his walk out of compassion for his friends, who remained in limbo. “I am glad and grateful,” Mr Para said on Sunday. “Thank you, Australia – now it really is my home.” Mr Para arrived in Australia from Sri Lanka by boat in 2012 and sought protection with his wife and ...