At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia is set to replace paper passenger arrival cards with a digital system as part of a major upgrade to border processing at international airports and seaports. Travellers arriving from overseas will complete their customs declaration and travel information online before entering the country, making the arrival process faster and more efficient. More than 450,000 passengers have alre

At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Melbourne Airport will open a new $500 million Pick Up and Drop Off hub in October, designed to reduce congestion and improve passenger access. The new T123 Transport Hub will more than double the airport’s current pickup and drop-off capacity, replacing the existing roads that have struggled to handle decades of passenger growth. Located within the T123 multi-level car park, the new facili

At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. City of Moreton Bay will trial Australia’s first artificial intelligence-powered traffic light system, aiming to reduce delays and improve traffic flow. The new technology will use AI to monitor individual vehicle movements and adjust traffic signals in real time, replacing traditional systems that rely on fixed light sequences and road sensors. Mayor Peter Flannery said the system could re

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At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. A new survey has found that more than half of Australians are using less heating this winter to keep electricity bills under control. Research by Canstar shows many households are also choosing cheaper electric heaters, even though lower-priced models can cost more to run over time. Experts say simple, no-cost steps such as wearing warmer clothing, closing doors and windows, and blocking dr

At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. International Monetary Fund has lowered its forecast for Australia’s economic growth, warning that momentum is slowing. The IMF expects Australia’s real GDP to grow 1.9% in 2026, slightly below its previous forecast, and 1.7% in 2027. This is well below Australia’s long-term average growth rate of more than 3%. The global growth outlook was also revised down, with the IMF forecasting the wo

At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Sri Lankan community informed with timely updates. More than 1.7 million Sri Lankans are currently employed overseas, according to Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra. Speaking in Parliament, the Deputy Minister said Sri Lankan migrant workers sent home USD 8.2 billion in remittances during 2025, making a significant contribution to the country's economy. He praised the overseas workforce for their con

This is a developing story brought to you by Aus News Lanka, your trusted source for news for Sri Lankans in Australia and beyond. The Global Passport Index 2026 has ranked passports based on more than just visa-free travel, evaluating countries across mobility, investment opportunities and quality of life. Sweden claimed the top spot with the highest overall score, followed by Switzerland, Finland, Germany and the Netherlands. Australia ranked 28th, reflecting its strong per

At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia’s housing market appears to be in a temporary holding pattern, with many buyers delaying property purchases while waiting for greater certainty, according to the Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia. The organisation says mortgage brokers are seeing strong demand for advice, but fewer people are submitting home loan applications. Many investors are taking extra time to asse