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SBS (Australia)

Independent news and stories from the SBS Audio Assyrian program, connecting you to life in Australia and Assyrian-speaking Australians.

Location:

Sydney, NSW

Description:

Independent news and stories from the SBS Audio Assyrian program, connecting you to life in Australia and Assyrian-speaking Australians.

Language:

Multilingual

Contact:

SBS Radio Sydney Locked Bag 028 Crows Nest NSW 1585 Australia (02) 9430 2828


Episodes
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Celebrating 50th Anniversary of SBS: Dinkha Warda SBS Assyrian

2/25/2025
SBS Assyrian invites you on a journey to uncover the dedication, excitement, and challenges the SBS Assyrian teams have faced over the past 49 years. In this episode, we hear the stories of the first executive producer and broadcaster, Mr Dinkha Warda, who worked at SBS from 1976 to 1993.

Duration:00:20:47

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News bulletin: 25 February 2025

2/24/2025
Questions continue over funding for a multi-billion-dollar Medicare pledge; The Vatican says there has been a slight improvement in Pope Francis' health; and, in cricket, Australia and South Africa compete for a spot in the Champions Trophy semifinals.

Duration:00:11:22

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Newsflash: 24 February 2025

2/23/2025
Ukraine's President says he is willing to give up presidency for peace or NATO membership; Friedrich Merz claims victory in the Germany's election; in sport, The Matildas take on the United States in the SheBelieves Cup.

Duration:00:03:00

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SBS Assyrian:Weekly news wrap

2/20/2025
Australia's spy chief details foiled plots by radicalised children; Peter Dutton claims the government is trying to flood key electorates with new voters ahead of the federal election: and. in sport, India prepares to get their Champions Trophy campaign underway. .

Duration:00:12:49

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Newsflash: 20 February 2025

2/19/2025
The federal government to spend 2.4 billion dollars bailing out the Whyalla steelworks; unemployment up slightly, but the labour market still looking good; and, in football; Manchester City out of the Champions League after being crushed by Real Madrid

Duration:00:03:28

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Interest rates fall, as predicted ... now, what's next?

2/18/2025
The Reserve Bank has delivered the expected cut in the official interest rate — the first since late 2020. But there's a sting in the tail, with a warning that economic conditions remain volatile, and any additional rate cuts this year are far from certain.

Duration:00:07:05

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Newsflash: 19 February 2025

2/18/2025
The PM responds to accusations he's been silent over Islamophobic attacks; dismay over the closure of four UNRWA schools in East Jerusalem; and, in sport, Australia's Adam Scott weighs into the debate about the PGA reunifying with LIV Golf.

Duration:00:03:25

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Separate players, separate talks over Russia-Ukraine war

2/18/2025
Global leaders are meeting to discuss US President Donald Trump's imminent talks with Russia's President Vladimir Putin over the Ukraine conflict. The talks do not include representatives from the European Union or from Ukraine. The White House is defending the planned negotiations, with President Trump saying he believes his Russian counterpart wants to "stop fighting".

Duration:00:07:44

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Assyrian dance classes for young people

2/18/2025
STARTTS is conducting a workshop for young Assyrians to learn the techniques of Assyrian dances. Coordinator Marel Parono from STARTTS spoke to SBS Assyrian, explaining the aims and objectives of this workshop. Paroni said the dance classes will be taught by Assyrian artist Niramsin Yakou.

Duration:00:11:31

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Free interpreter test preparation course offered by the community

2/18/2025
The Assyrian Resource Centre, in cooperation with Navitas, is conducting a workshop to prepare people interested in interpreting, to develop their skills and knowledge when they apply for the NATTI accreditation test.

Duration:00:10:31

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News bulletin: 18 February 2025

2/17/2025
The PM defends his government's economic record ahead of this afternoon's rates decision; a plane comes to rest upside down after a crash landing in Canada; and, in sport, Colombian cyclist Egan Bernal hurt in a 10 rider pileup in Spain.

Duration:00:09:35

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Newsflash: 17 February 2025

2/16/2025
US officials reject criticism that Ukraine has not been invited to talks on ending Russia's war; the Reserve Bank Board holds it first meeting of the year to decide on the interest rate; and, in sport, Danish cyclist Mads Pedersen wins the Tour de la Provence.

Duration:00:03:42

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SBS Assyrian: Weekly news wrap

2/14/2025
Egypt and Qatar try to save the peace deal between Israel and Hamas; apologies aplenty and a police inquiry after an antisemitic incident at a Sydney hospital.

Duration:00:10:59

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Police investigate viral video in which nurses appear to level death threats against Jewish patients

2/13/2025
Police are examining CCTV footage of a Western Sydney hospital, after two of its workers were filmed allegedly threatening to kill Jewish patients, in a video that has gone viral on social media. The incident has made international headlines, as local health authorities seek to reassure the Jewish community its members are safe in New South Wales medical care.

Duration:00:07:30

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Newsflash: 13 February 2025

2/12/2025
The New South Wales Health Minister apologises to the Jewish community over an antisemitic video; a children's playground in the UK closed after unexploded bombs found underneath; and, in sport, Australian Olympic diver Melissa Wu to retire.

Duration:00:03:01

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The importance of Assyrian Schools in preserving the language

2/11/2025
The Nasibin Assyrian Language School has been serving the community for over forty years. Students of all ages attend classes once a week to learn the Assyrian language. Principal Mr. Sargon Warda emphasised the importance of parental involvement in supporting students’ learning progress during this conversation with SBS Assyrian.

Duration:00:17:02

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Rabi Nimrod Simono Scholarship Awards: Honoring Excellence and Supporting Future Scholars

2/11/2025
The Rabi Nimrod Simono Scholarship Awards is a significant annual event recognising outstanding HSC students. High-achieving students receive a monetary prize to support their tertiary education. Mary Oraham, a member of the scholarship committee, spoke to SBS Assyrian about the scholarship’s purpose, emphasising its importance and the goals behind its establishment.

Duration:00:13:12

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International reaction to US plan for Gaza is largely negative

2/11/2025
Donald Trump’s proposal for the U-S to take over Gaza and relocate Palestinians has triggered international condemnation. Arab nations, the U-N, and key allies warn it would worsen regional instability and undermine a two-state solution. Critics, including U-S politicians and foreign leaders, are calling the idea unrealistic and dangerous.

Duration:00:11:37

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SBS Assyrian: Weekly news wrap

2/11/2025
US President Donald Trump repeats his plan for Gaza on social media; more wild weather - including a cyclone - predicted for an already rain-soaked north Queensland; and, in cricket, Australia on top after a slow-paced first day's play in the second Test match against Sri Lanka

Duration:00:09:58

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News bulletin: 11 February 2025

2/11/2025
Donald Trump signs an executive order for steel tariffs - with no exceptions for Australia; a seven-year-old dies in a stabbing in South Korea; and, in sport, world Athletics propose testing all elite females in a new crackdown on trans athletes.

Duration:00:10:22