Storms dumped more than 1.5 metres (59 inches) of rain in parts of Queensland in the past week

Two women and two men are killed at a theme park on Australia's popular Gold Coast, police say, with witnesses describing how "everyone was screaming" after a raft apparently flipped on a water ride.

Actress Amber Heard avoids a conviction for illegally taking her dogs into Australia, and released a video where the couple she along with her husband Johnny Depp is seen apologising for the incident.

When an enormous and dangerous bird that you've known for years decides to take your relationship to the next level, how do you politely decline?

A pregnant woman living in Queensland, Australia has tested positive for the Zika virus, say health authorities.

New Zealand swing pair Tim Southee and Trent Boult will look to put the hosts' new-look batting lineup to the sword at the Gabba from Thursday as the tourists chase their first series win in Australia for 30 years.

A rare white humpback whale is spotted off the coast of Queensland, and whale watchers are hoping it is Australia's famous whale Migaloo.

Hollywood stars Johny Depp and Robert Downey Jr shine their limelight to sick children who are most in need of a smile.

Two major storms slams into Australia, bringing winds knocking out power to homes and forcing evacuations in coastal areas.