Nine-year-old dies as Australia weekend drowning toll rises to seven
The majority of deaths were caused by strong swells washing people into the ocean from rocks. More...
Five dead as huge waves hit Australia coast
Two other people are missing, as officials urge people to take caution as a surf warnings remain. More...
Australian Piastri takes title lead with win in Saudi Arabia
The McLaren driver is the first Australian to lead the driver's championship in 15 years. More...
Australian captured while fighting for Ukraine charged as mercenary
Oscar Jenkins has been charged under Russian law, the prosecutor in the occupied Luhansk region in eastern Ukraine said. More...
Australia opposition leader clarifies he believes in climate change after debate
Peter Dutton is facing outrage after comments he made on climate change during an election debate. More...
Australia's looming election brings housing crisis into focus
Australia's housing crisis has hit its worst point in decades, becoming a key issue in the upcoming election. More...
Two British tourists drown near Great Barrier Reef
The men were found by a rescue helicopter, as was an Australian who is being treated in hospital. More...
Relatives charged after boy killed in Australia shooting accident
Two people, including a teenager, were arrested after the nine-year-old was shot on a farm on Sunday. More...
Anthony Albanese: The 'working-class hero' who fell out of favour
Elected on a wave of optimism in 2022, he is struggling to sustain it as Australia prepares to vote again. More...
Peter Dutton: The ex-cop who brought Australia's opposition back from the brink
Peter Dutton is one of Australia's most experienced politicians - but also one of its most polarising. More...