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Cocaine haul sparks search for rescued Australians at sea

Australian authorities have launched a search for three men they rescued from the sea two weeks ago after discovering a 365kg haul of cocaine. On...

Australia to take out Chinese surveillance cameras over security fears

Due to concerns about national security, Australia will remove surveillance equipment made in China from defence facilities. It follows the discovery of 900 pieces of...

Biggest drug bust: Batman-labelled cocaine haul busted by New Zealand

The navy of New Zealand has allegedly made its biggest-ever drug bust by intercepting a floating shipment of cocaine in the Pacific Ocean. The cache,...

Tennis star, Nick Kyrgios escapes conviction after admitting to assaulting ex-girlfriend

Tennis player Nick Kyrgios from Australia has admitted to assaulting an ex-girlfriend but has escaped punishment. The 27-year-old entered a guilty plea in a Canberra...

George Pell’s funeral marred with protesters in Sydney

Cardinal George Pell's funeral on Thursday in Australia, mourners murmured prayers and sang hymns; however, hecklers kept shouting his damnation. The Catholic priest, who passed...

King Charles’ image will not feature on new Australia $5 note

The central bank of Australia has reported that King Charles III will not appear on the new five dollar note. The Reserve Bank of Australia...

Rio Tinto apologises for losing radioactive capsule in Australia

A major mining company Rio Tinto, has apologised for losing a tiny radioactive capsule that was being transported across Western Australia. Along the 1,400 km...

Arnold to keep coaching Australia through to 2026 World Cup

Graham Arnold will continue serving as the national team's head coach until the 2026 World Cup. In Qatar last year, the Socceroos achieved a feat...

Kanye West likely to be denied entry visa – Australian minister

In response to the musician's anti-Semitic remarks, pressure has increased to deny him an entry visa if he attempts to travel to Australia. Ye, formerly...

US Black Hawk helicopters to be purchased by Australia for $2 billion

The European-designed Taipan helicopters in Australia's fleet are being replaced by the Black Hawks ten years early. A decade earlier than expected, Australia has announced...

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