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After mounting pressure over the net overseas migration numbers, the Federal government has tweaked the skilled visa processing priorities. As per the new ministerial directive, onshore applicants could get preference for a permanent spot. But migration experts have highlighted that this could lead up to visa hopping. To find out which skilled applicants stand to benefit from the new priorities, listen to this podcast.

‘Are you sure you are a female?' Australia's first turban-wearing Sikh woman in the Australian Defence Force, Amritpal Kaur, says she has repeatedly been asked about her gender because she wears a turban. A national-level athlete and the first initiated Sikh woman to qualify as a national-level athletics referee in Australia, Kaur says greater awareness is needed about turban-wearing Sikh women.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has extended his wishes to India and Australians of Indian heritage on the country's 80th Independence Day. He described the Indian diaspora as a “living bridge” between Australia and India. Hear from Albanese and other Australian political leaders as they share their messages on Indian independence and the Indian-Australian community in this podcast.

Melbourne, the Australian city with the largest Indian diaspora, is set to welcome 'Little India', as promised by Lord Mayor Nick Reece. Much like other cultural precincts, Docklands' Little India promises to be a place of celebration for not just people of Indian origin but for everyone. The precinct, however, is facing criticism from the local residents but also from within the diaspora. Listen to the full story in this podcast.

Corporate employee Sanket has spent the past year balancing his full-time job with his passion for filmmaking. After a year of hard work, his debut film, Between Cradles, has premiered at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) 2026, one of the biggest festivals celebrating Indian cinema outside India.

After arriving from India and rebuilding her dental career in Australia, Dr Sitanshu Arora dedicated herself to bringing essential oral healthcare to First Nations communities and domestic violence survivors. Today, the Melbourne-based dentist serves on the Australian Dental Council Accreditation Committee and the Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch board. Recognised for her leadership and community 'seva', she has been nominated for Australian Sikh Woman of the Year at the Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence. Listen to her inspiring journey in this podcast.

Members of Australia's multicultural communities have come together to offer help to those affected by devastating floods in Nepal. While many Nepali Australians are organising vigils to support their homeland, Australia's Sikh community has also offered langar, prayers and fundraising support. Listen to the stories of brotherhood and solidarity in the face of adversity via this SBS Punjabi podcast.

Bollywood filmmaker Nikkhil Advani, best known for romance saga including 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', has built a reputation as one of the most versatile storytellers, working across romance, action and thriller in both cinema and OTT platorms. Ahead of the release of 'The Revolutionaries' and Season 2 of 'Freedom at Midnight', Advani sat down with SBS Punjabi for a candid conversation about love, the pressures of making films in contemporary India, the challenges facing the Hindi film industry and the stories that continue to shape his work.

After working until 67, an individual needs $55,932 a year for a comfortable retirement, while a couple needs $78,566, according to the latest data. But the goalpost keeps being pushed further. The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) says that living pressure and housing insecurity have further increased the superannuation required for a comfortable retirement. For migrants who often start their Australian careers later, what does a good retirement plan look like? How can you make your super work for you? What options are available for self-employed workers and those in trades without employer super benefits? Find out in this conversation with tax expert Deepika Sharma.

Born to a Bengali and Punjabi couple, Indian playback singer Nikhita Gandhi had an exclusive chat with SBS Punjabi during her recent visit to Melbourne. Famed for voicing actress Deepika Padukone in the 'Raabta' title track, Gandhi has sung in five languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and Kannada. Known for her bold looks, the singer says she is mindful of how her songs represent women. Listen to her talk about her first-ever experience of Melbourne, its coffee and multiculturalism in this podcast.