Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has publicly apologized to Indian Australians for comments made by Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, while also affirming that Price remains a "valued member" of the Liberal party. This comes after Ley removed Price from the shadow ministry. Meanwhile, the Australian National University (ANU) is facing a leadership transition as Vice-Chancellor Professor Genevieve Bell has resigned amidst a backdrop of internal turmoil.

Ley's apology follows a week of controversy surrounding Senator Price's remarks about Indian migrants, which sparked calls for an apology and reprimand from within and outside the Liberal party. Price's comments suggested that the Labor Party was strategically promoting migration from specific ethnic groups, including Indians, to bolster their electoral support. These remarks were made in the wake of anti-immigration protests that specifically targeted Indian immigration, further inflaming the situation.

Ley stated, "May I take this opportunity, as leader of the Liberal party, to apologise to all Indian Australians and indeed others who were hurt and distressed by the comments that were made, comments that I said at the time should not have been made". She also reiterated her "strong support for all our migrant communities" and their contributions to Australia.

Despite the removal from the shadow ministry, Ley emphasized that Senator Price remains a "valued member" of the Liberal team. She acknowledged Price's contributions to public policy and debate and expressed confidence that she would continue to contribute to the party. Ley's decision to remove Price from her frontbench position came after Price refused to endorse Ley's leadership and declined to apologize for her comments.

The situation has caused turmoil within the Coalition, with some members openly disagreeing with Price's comments. Some Liberal colleagues believe it is only a matter of time before Price makes a comeback to the front bench.

Meanwhile, at the Australian National University (ANU), Vice-Chancellor Genevieve Bell has resigned after two years marked by challenges and criticisms. Her tenure was characterized by redundancies, proposed course closures, and allegations of a toxic work culture. Pressure had been mounting for Bell's departure, with multiple sources confirming that five of the six college deans had advised the council that they no longer had confidence in her leadership.

The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) has welcomed the resignation. The NTEU had previously called for Bell to step down after revelations of a paid role at Intel in addition to her university salary. The union cited job cuts, staff concerns, and reports of a "culture of fear and intimidation" as reasons for the need for a change in leadership.

Provost Rebekah Brown will serve as interim vice-chancellor until a permanent replacement is found. The university is expected to launch a global search for a new vice-chancellor.