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Entertainment and sports celebrities post Aussies' most shared Twitter messages of the year.

David Hicks shouts down George Brandis about the torture he received at Guantanamo Bay, claiming the government at the time was fully aware of what happened to him

‘Shirtfront’ muscles out ‘Team Australia’, ‘man-bun’, ‘Ned Kelly beard’, and ‘coward punch’ to claim Word of the Year title.

Australia drops a staggering 21 places on Climate Change Performance Index due to Abbott government policies, states a new report.

Kalynda Davis's world came crashing down when she was charged in China with possessing 36kg of crystal methamphetamine. She has made it home to Australia but her Tinder partner remains behind and could face death by firing squad if found guilty.

Aussies travelling abroad are becoming "serial pests" to Australian embassies and consulates by asking for the strangest things. The government is clamping down.

Australia stops to join in mourning with family, friends and cricket players gathered in a small country town for the funeral of Phillip Hughes.

Cricket players, celebrities, politicians, family and locals come together in Australian country town for funeral of Phillip Hughes.

Prime Minister Tony Abbott admits it’s been a tough period for his government but is unapologetic.

Australia House, the High Commission in London, will host a public memorial to former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam this month. You must register by this Monday to attend.

Some of the best #putoutyourbats tribute photos as cricket lovers join extraordinary outpouring of grief for Phil Hughes.

The mother of a newborn baby dumped into a drain has been charged with attempted murder.

Victorians in London have this week to vote in person for the Victorian state elections at the Agent Generals office.

Australian foreign minister, Julie Bishop, warns UN Security Council that tech savvy terrorists are a global threat.

A 2.5 metre great white has been caught in the shark nets off Australia’s Bondi Beach.

In a speech delivered to the Australian parliament Indian prime minister, Narendra Modi, backed Tony Abbott’s push for a ramping up of trade between the two nations.

“It’s hard to confuse Tasmania and China, but I have.” - Australian prime minister, Tony Abbott.

The Brisbane G20 was a drama packed episode of boatfronts, backhanders, beers and koala bear diplomacy.

Surviving a 15,000 km charity trek across Australia, in a Star Wars Stormtrooper get-up, means snacking on lizards, snakes and other delicious items from the local roadkill deli.

Angry and offended Australians lash out at Australia’s PM for saying the country was nothing more than a couple of bushes prior to colonization.

British PM David Cameron has delivered a speech to Australia’s parliament, noting the two nations’ shared history and the need to defend shared principles, highlighting trade and the struggle against Islamic extremism.

Protesters bury their heads in the sand at Bond Beach to highlight lack of focus on climate change at G20 summit.

Deployment of Russian ships near Australia ahead of G20 summit labelled a distracting “stunt” by Bill Shorten.

UN told healthcare provided to asylum seekers is comparable to what is available in Australia and that “all but a few children will be out of detention” within months.

During the traditional APEC ‘silly shirts’ family photo, Abbott and Putin appeared to avoid direct eye contact, despite standing barely a metre apart.

Following APEC meeting with Tony Abbott, US president says he is asking all partner nations to review their commitment to the evolving campaign against Isis.

Latest expat survey reveals Australia is most popular destination for Brits living overseas, while UK politicians call for greater ties.

Charge against AC/DC musician of conspiring to murder dropped in dramatic about-face by NZ police.

Phil Rudd, the drummer for legendary Australian rock band AC/DC, has been charged by NZ police for attempting to procure a murder and possession of drugs.

Politically colourful crowd gathered at historic state memorial service for Gough Whitlam, a ceremony rich in passion, pride, anger and humour.

VIDEO | Noel Pearson delivers rousing ‘this old man’ eulogy at Gough Whitlam memorial service.

The Australian government will be sending aid staff to help battle the Ebola virus is Africa, after gaining assurances from the UK.

Only in Australia: Car broken down, no worries mate take your plane to the pub.

London mayor gives full support to new report urging changes to Britain’s visa regime in order to harness the “energy and optimism” of Australia and other Commonwealth nations.

Environment Minister Greg Hunt’s ‘claim that his Direct Action plan to meet Australia’s ‘world leading’ carbon emissions reduction target is vindicated by the UN has been mocked by political opponents and the Climate Change Authority.

Australians have skewed perceptions about the nature of their society, including the size of the country's Muslim population.

Parents of Cameron Baird, the Australian soldier who died serving in Afghanistan and was awarded the Victoria Cross for bravery, met with Queen, Prince Harry and other award recipients.

On the day Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull announced new metadata retention legislation, leaked Coalition document says opponents will label it an ‘Internet tax’.

The typical Aussie bloke is no Hugh Jackman (sorry, ladies). So just how tall and wide is the average Australian male and how does he stack up against the rest of the world?

Controversial new Australian counter-terrorism legislation, including new offence of ‘advocating terrorism’, is a step closer to becoming law.

Australian senator and former athletics star, Nova Peris, rejects claims she sought public funds to conduct an affair with fellow Olympian, Ato Bolton, after publication of explicit emails.

Abdullah Elmir, the Australian boy who featured in an Islamic State clip threatening Western nations, has appeared in another jihadist propaganda video.

A team of Australian surgeons’ breakthrough work has given new hope to would-be donor heart recipients.

Australian spider advocate refutes claim that arachnid found in UK grocery bag was ‘world’s deadliest’. Funnel web is easily the best eight-legged killer, he says.

Australia’s plans to biometrically document all international travellers are being met with obstacle and criticism.

Australian tourist Paul Goudie is recovering in a Thailand hospital following an unprovoked tiger attack.

Foreign minister Julie Bishop says shooting at Canada’s parliament has the hallmarks of an Islamic State terrorist attack, as security is beefed up at Parliament House in Canberra.

A 17-year-old Australian appears in latest Islamic State video, threatening to behead western leaders and fly ‘black flag’ over Washington, London and Canberra.

Australian leaders of all political stripes, past and present, reflect on the political legacy and legend of Gough Whitlam.

A poster displaying a refugee filled boat caught on stormy waves with threatening dark skies and the words ‘No Way: You will not make Australia home’ has struck a nerve.