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Thought you knew everything there was to know about the Lucky Country? Think again. From jellyfish, to toad racing, to beer swilling prime ministers, Australia is a world beater.

Cartoonists the world over, including Banksy, express their grief and outrage at the attack on freedom of speech, uniting in solidarity with Charlie Hebdo magazine.

WARNING: Don't fly drones to close to kangaroos. They really don't like it.

One of Australia's finest liturgical choirs, from Christ Church St Laurence, Sydney, will sing Evensong in London this month.

Sure, you can play Mozart, but can you play AC/DC? Answer: Hell yes!

As Aussie music fans mourn the death of much loved Joe Cocker, they may be reminded of the time we kicked him out for drugs.

A tribute to Joe Cocker, a British music legend, who sadly died on Monday.

Zoe Sugg and Marcus Butler collapse into fits of giggles over "typically Australian" slang.

Why has Twitter slowed down so much and Instagram gained so much momentum?

Talk about laying down the LaWS. After months of in-service testing, they have pretty much got this thing working properly. Watch the US Navy fire their shiny new "laser" gun. Yes, seriously!

Why every Australian needs an eight-legged friend for a pet.

Beyonce loses her grip on the status quo, and we may be ever thankful.

If you don't want to spend your New Year's eve in a club this year, we have a few better options for you.

Celebrate this Christmas with Tony Abbott's glorious achievements on behalf of the great nation of Australia (VIDEO).

Miss Australia is one of the bookies' favourites to take out the 2014 Miss World pageant title. Who is Courtney Thorpe and can she fend off fancied challengers from India and South Africa to win the crown?

The Tait Memorial Trust’s annual winter prom is set to showcase a dazzling array of young Australian talent.

Completing the guide to speaking ‘Strayan. We conclude the list of fair dinkum Aussie slang terms and phrases. Have a stickybeak.

ALBUM REVIEW | Big riffs, plenty of distortion, Angus’s solos, numerous mentions of the word ‘rock’ and no ballads. What else does do you expect from AC/DC’s new offering, ‘Rock or Bust’?

Car pummeled by huge hail stones during 'superstorm' in Brisbane, Australia.

There has been a Star Wars Lego awakening. Can you feel it?

Impressive. Most impressive. Star Wars fans eager to see the first teaser trailer for The Force Awakens might be forgiven for thinking this is the real deal leaked.

The Cat Empire announce huge show at London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall.

Controversial British comedian Russell Brand says Australians must be unhappy with PM Abbott while promoting his new anti-capitalism book, 'Revolution'.

Australian actor and Thor’s alter ego, Chris Hemsworth, has been named the sexiest man alive for 2014 by People magazine.

Can you speak ‘Strayan? Fair dinkum, have a gander at this list of Aussie slang terms and phrases and see if you get the lingo.

Americans love Australia and they love Australians. The same can not be said of their opinion on our snacks and drinks, though.

Many commentators have taken to reporting on her outrageous comments comically, but I don’t think Senator Lambie is a laughing matter. Here’s why:

Seinfeld's parliament about nothing. Glorious mash-up of two great comedy shows.

Extraordinary drama captured on film as fugitive gunman carjacks Seven News cameraman's vehicle before crashing into Noosa petrol station.

Taylor Swift has confirmed she will be touring Australia, but it will be a long wait for fans.

Journalist takes to the streets of Hollywood to find out just how little Americans know about Australia.

5 tips to finding out if he really wants to commit to you.

Aussie comic Sam Simmons tacks hard to make shore in London with his new show, ‘Death of a Sails-man’

Research reveals the most dangerous occupations in Australia.

"Don't blame us" for 'sexist' and 'misogynistic' answers, says Aussie Family Feud host.

On the passing of Gough Whitlam, we remember the Australian political giant through some of his most famous quotes and memorable retorts.

When a group of friends decided to cheer-up fellow commuters on morning train trip in Perth, he crossed a social barrier.

Teenager accused of shocking racist rant attack against train guard in Australia has apologised after video of the incident went viral.

Australia often proves fact stranger than fiction. It's a big place, with lots of sheep, where hungry pie eaters play 'real' football.

Angelina Jolie will be in Australia for the premier of her film shot Down Under, following being awarded an honourary dame title by the Queen.

Australian film, Charlie's Country', is making its mark in the international film scene and is opening the Cork Film Festival.

The phenomenon of the bogan baby name' has struck Australia. So, which are the (un)classiest of the lot?

Australians spend more on beer than anyone else in the world. Seriously mate, we love the stuff... and with good reason.

This weekend's Caloundra Music Festival offers a smorgasbord of Aussie music, including a rare chance to catch some truly classic Oz performers all in one place. Baby Animals, Skunkhour, James Reyne and Tina Arena, anyone?

Aussie PM Tony Abbott's head hits the silver screen, in movies such as Star Wars and TV shows like Seinfeld, with hilarious results.

Australians at top of Hollywood's A-list: We take a look at which Aussies have conquered America.

Eight Australian universities made it onto this year's QS World University Rankings' top 100 list while four British universities placed in the top five.

Heston Blumenthal employs the Willy Wonka system to determine which fans will get the chance to feast at The Fat Duck when it opens in Melbourne.

Kanye West rushed to an Australian hospital for emergency MRI in what turned out to be just a headache.

After an eight-year absence from the Australian stage, UK pop star Robbie Williams has returned... no thanks to drugs.