The reasons for this are, as with Australia’s mineral riches, mostly the result of good fortune. But its government wants to make sure that this boom lasts. This month senior Australian officials ...

French backpacker Zoe has been waiting tables in Australia for months. But a rule change announced by the government means it won’t guarantee she can stay for a third year.

By Scott Murdoch and Roshan Thomas SYDNEY, Oct 14 (Reuters) - Commonwealth Bank of Australia CEO Matt Comyn said on Wednesday ...

Australia is, in many respects, remarkably cohesive. Australians report high levels of trust and national pride, express strong support for ethnic diversity, and supported each other through the ...

Australia has suffered a litany of natural disasters in recent years including historic bushfires Australia's environment is in a shocking state and faces further decline from amplifying threats, ...