AUSTRALIA-INDIAN 2LST

The premier is here on a seven-day visit to project
Australia as a safe destination for Indian students in the
wake of spate of attacks on Indians there.
Asked about continuous attacks on Indians despite
assurances by the Australian authorities, Brumby said "in big
cities like Melbourne, there is always going to be some kind
of criminal activities."
However, he said his Government was doing its best to
ensure safety of the Indians in Melbourne and other parts of
the state.
A Victoria Police spokeswoman said the alleged attack was
over a fare dispute. Hurley is expected to be charged for
assault-related offences, according to Australian media
reports.
Earlier at a meeting with Brumby, Overseas Indian Affairs
Minister Vayalar Ravi conveyed to him India's concern over
continuing attacks on its citizens and asked Australia to
ensure punishment to all those involved such crimes.
Around 30 Indian students were attacked in various cities
in Australia from June to August. PTI