The number of people killed by flash floods and cold lava flow from a volcano in western Indonesia over the weekend has risen to 41 with 17 more missing, a local disaster agency official told AFP Monday.
Following the knife attack on the bishop by a 16-year-old boy, the independent cyber regulator eSafety Commissioner had ordered the social video platforms to remove the video from their sites.
Following record May rains that threatened to saturate regions and overrun Warragamba Dam, NSW prepared for further rain and floods.
High Court rules asylum seekers can be detained indefinitely if they did not cooperate with their deportation.
Federal government on Friday announced a parliamentary probe to study negative impacts of social media platforms
Aussie chickpea exports boom as India lifts tariffs, sparking trade revival.
Opposition plans to unveil its own nuclear energy policy before the next federal elections.
Climate advocates flay move, demand action that supports transition away from fossil fuels
UniSuper's admits to deletion of private cloud infrastructure "subscription" with Google Cloud due to an error during provisioning.
Police begin probe, tighten security after fireworks were thrown at protest camps in University of Adelaide.
Tasmania's Museum will comply with law, and convert the exclusive space to include a women's toilet and church.
Australian shops use high-tech gates, CCTV, and face recognition to combat the alarming 85% meat theft rate. Experts believe organized crime is involved.
Plans from Australian banks A$4.5 billion in share buybacks in the face of intense competition for mortgages have people worried about long-term growth plans.
Government move to curb migration influx as rent soars
Because of disagreements with Melbourne Airport, the government is considering a train route to Avalon Airport, which might cause a detour for Melbourne's airport rail link.
The coroner's office still treats Tasmanian Aboriginal people unfairly. TAC demands a probe and is enraged by the lack of consultation.
The funds will be used to upgrade the Larrakeyah Defence Precinct to berth submarines, install surveillance aircraft based at RAAF Tindal, near Katherine, and purchase and train crew for the new amphibious landing craft.
Following a drag queen story time ban, Sydney council removes books on same-sex parenting, prompting concerns about discrimination.
The Senate approves Australia's national digital ID scheme, which raises privacy issues but promises simpler online ID verification.
WLSA report links non-payment of child support as form of economic abuse, which requires urgent reform to create safer and more equitable outcomes for women and children.
China reacts flares were dropped as a warning after Australian military aircraft flew close to China's airspace in a provocative move
Airline company will compensate customers and pay a penalty
Teenager was a voluntary participant at state-run anti-extremist program.
Federal government to cap indexation rates of HECS, HELP loans.
Australian rents are out of control, forcing high incomes and families to compete. The largest rent increases are in cities with relief uncertain.
The school principal, Mark Merry, said he suspended the boys as soon as a screenshot of the notorious spreadsheet came to light, adding that he was "shocked and outraged" by the conduct of those involved.
Australia discussed the issue of backing statehood for Palestine with ministers from South Korea and Germany to "build momentum towards a two-state solution."
Residents will get AU$1,000 in upfront bill credits, while seniors and concession card members will receive AU$1,372, the Queensland government said in a statement.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Thursday visited the country's south where floods and mudslides caused by torrential rains have killed 29 people, with the toll expected to rise.
Turkey said Thursday it was suspending all trade with Israel until it allows aid to enter Gaza unhindered during its offensive against Hamas militants in the territory.