Tag: Australia

Full transcript of the speech delivered by Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull.

Is this Aussie crazy to attempt snorkeling his way across a flooded causway in his Land Cruiser?

No Barnesy, no Farnesy. Just the most amazing pop songs ever to have originated from the land down under for this Australia Day.

Get these totally typically Aussie moments up ya and scream: 'Australia, I love you'.

Righty-o then. There are a few Aussie stereotypes that we are sick to death of hearing.

Australia Day is a bonzer chance to show you're true blue. From morphsuits to kangaroo suits to giant thongs and beyond, we've collected 26 rippa Strayan get ups for your fashion inspiration.

You just have to add this song to your Australia Day barbeque playlist. Go on, you know you want to.

A man walking around Australia in a Stormtrooper outfit to raise money for charity, has been saved from a deadly snake bite by his armour.

The husband of Australia’s now former ambassador to Spain is accused of sexually abusing an underage girl. While rejecting the allegations, he allegedly admits to blowing raspberries on her belly button.

Looks like a storm is brewing: In Australia, we love our freakish weather. Mother Nature has a tendency to lose her temper Down Under and will leave you gasping for air.

Australia is dramatically lagging behind the UK and much of the world when it comes to Internet speed, according to a new report.

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.

Australia or the United Kingdom - which is more photogenic? Let's ask Instagram...

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

Christine Milne says bushfires expose Federal Government's nonsense and inaction on climate change.

Allegations of backpacker exploitation being investigated by Australian government.

Dozens of homes lost in South Australia’s worst bushfires in 32 years.

The New Year gets underway in Sydney with yet another dazzling fireworks spectacular.

MAN ABOUT LONDON | Julian Blanc’s values are abhorrent but in what kind of free country can possessing bad values get you robbed of your freedom of speech and movement?

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.

Martin Place becomes moving floral memorial to the lives lost in the Sydney hostage crisis. Prime Minister joins mourners.

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

The two hostages who were fatally wounded when the siege was brought to a dramatic have been identified as a barrister and the manager of the Lindt café. A number of others received gunshot wounds.

Apparent gunshots and explosions heard as police put end Australian hostage crisis. Injured ferried to hospital.

Live blog of the Sydney siege hostage crisis in Martin Place, as it was being reported by Australian media.

The man holding hostages in Sydney is known to police as being on bail, charged with over 40 serious offences.

Police have made contact with the gunman in the Sydney siege crisis and five hostages are now free.

2GB talkback host, Ray Hadley, says he spoke on the phone to a hostage inside the Sydney café under siege but refused to put the call to air. He claims the gunman wanted to speak to the prime minister.

Hostages have been seen coming out of the café at the centre of the siege in Sydney.

Witnesses to the siege in Sydney’s Martin place tell of terrifying scenes.

The Sydney Opera House has been evacuated as hostage siege takes place in the city’s CBD.

A gunman has taken a number of people hostage inside a café in Sydney’s CBD. A black flag with Islamic text has been displayed in the window of the premises.

More reasons as to why you should soak up the sun in Sydney, Australia

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

South Australia’s Barossa advertisement, set to the music of Nick Cave, has been crowned the best international tourism film.

Australians are flocking to the USA and in increasing numbers, with cities like Los Angeles and New York doubling in popularity with Aussie visitors.

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.

Expat Explorer Report ranks Australia fourth for an expat experience, while the UK languishes near bottom for overseas living.

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

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.