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The Reserve Bank has delivered the expected interest rate cut, lowering the rate by 0.25 percentage points to 3.6 per cent. In this podcast, we speak with an expert about when homeowners can expect these cuts to take effect and the best time to consider refinancing.

The Great Barrier Reef saw its worst coral loss in 40 years in 2024, coinciding with government discussions on a new 2035 emissions target and fresh UN warnings about the Reef’s future. A YouGov poll found 77 per cent of voters want stronger climate action, with 68 per cent of Gen Z backing a tougher 2035 target. In this episode, we speak with a Gen Z individual who has adopted a vegan lifestyle and advocates for it as a way to address climate change.

When someone leaves their homeland, they leave behind land, family, relationships, friendships, and memories. Melbourne resident Shilpa Wason has expressed the emotions of migrants in Australia through her words. Her poetry book 'What the Suitcase Still Holds' was recently published, capturing the feelings of migrants.

Listen to the top News of 11/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

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This year’s NAPLAN results reveal that one in three Australian students is not meeting minimum literacy and numeracy standards. Experts say the test is still an essential benchmark, and while the results are worrying, the annual assessment needs updating to reflect the realities of diverse classrooms. In this podcast, we talk to Dr Meera Vardharajan of La Trobe University and discuss what must change to lift student performance and make NAPLAN fairer for all.

Listen to the Top News of 10/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Listen to the Top News of 10/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The rise in homelessness among women and girls has sparked renewed calls for more low-cost housing. More than 400,000 older women in Australia are believed to be at risk of homelessness. A $3 million pilot project plans to build up to eight small, energy-efficient homes in regional NSW by Christmas.

Listen to the Top News of 09/08/2025 from Australia and India in Hindi.

For this Raksha Bandhan special, we look into the timeless folktales and legends that shape the festival’s rich history, featuring ancient kings, sages, and the meaningful rituals still cherished today. Alongside these tales, enjoy special poetry from members of the Indian community in Australia, celebrating the sibling bond through their own words.

In this Raksha Bandhan special, we explore the timeless folktales and legends woven into the festival’s history—from ancient kings and sages to the symbolic rituals that endure today. Alongside these stories, hear heartfelt poetry contributed by members of the Indian community in Australia, celebrating the bond between siblings in their own words. This episode is a tapestry of tradition, emotion, and shared memories, honouring the threads that tie us together across generations and borders.

Listen to the full radio program of SBS Hindi from 07 August 2025.

Listen to the Top News of 08/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

Cricket Australia has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming U19 men’s series against India, featuring three one-day and two four-day matches in Brisbane and Mackay from 21 September to 10 October. Two Indian-origin players - Aryan Sharma (Victoria) and Yash Deshmukh (NSW) - have been included. The National Under-19 male championships will be held in December, after which the final squad for the ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026 will be selected.

Listen to the latest SBS Hindi news from India. 8/08/25

On July 19, 33-year-old Indian-origin man Saurabh Anand was allegedly attacked with a machete by a group of teenagers near his Melbourne home. Saurabh’s mother, Kiran Anand, learned of the attack through Indian media and arrived in Australia two weeks later. With his work visa nearing expiration, Saurabh hopes for an extension to complete treatment. Victoria will ban machetes state-wide from September 1.

The two-day World Hindu Economic Forum (WHEF) 2025, a global platform bringing together leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators to promote economic growth and shared prosperity, was held in Adelaide for the first time on 2 August. In this podcast, one of the organisers, Rajendra Pandey, shares details about the event, which focused on strengthening economic ties between the global Hindu community and Australia.

Listen to the Top News of 07/08/2025 from Australia in Hindi.

The Australian Uyghur Women’s Association has launched legal action to compel major retailer Kmart to produce documents showing it is not knowingly sourcing products from factories with links to forced labour. While Kmart denies the allegations and says their Ethical Sourcing Program works to mitigate risks of forced labour, but the group says they must produce the documents to prove it.