Australia

Alex Carey and Steve Smith both scored centuries on day two as Australia took a stranglehold of the second Test. (Getty Images: Robert Cianflone) Another mammoth partnership has put Australia …

Counter-terrorism police have charged a 44-year-old man after a neighbour allegedly noticed a swastika flag at his home north-west of Brisbane. Police received the report and searched a home in …

The International Criminal Court on Friday called on its member states to stand up against sanctions imposed by US President Donald Trump, saying the move was an attempt to “harm …

Despite his gunshot wounds, sustained in Sweden's deadliest mass shooting, Salim Karim Iskef managed to video-call his fiancee to tell her he loved her one last time.The 28-year-old asked Kareen …

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has accepted an invitation to US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, treating it as a chance to "expand" ties, at a critical moment.The senator will attend the …

Struggling borrowers could see an interest rate cut as early as next month – if certain conditions are met.Canstar data insights director Sally Tindall said the Reserve Bank of Australia …

Sydney remains Australia's costliest rental city despite the national market cooling significantly.The NSW capital remains the country's most expensive for renters across all property types, according to CoreLogic's quarterly rental …

Bianca Jones and Holly Bowles, both 19 and from Melbourne, died after drinking alcohol containing methanol while in Laos. (Supplied) In short: The Australian Federal Police has made a consistent …

Port Hedland is home to the world's largest bulk export port. (Supplied: Pilbara Ports) In short:  Port Hedland councillor Tim Turner resigned on Wednesday, effective immediately, after four years serving …

Brendon Gale, pictured with local kids in Penguin, says financial strength and stadium finances are at the heart of being competitive. (ABC News: Sandy Powell) In short: The chief executive …