August 11, 2016 Australia census to go back online 2 days after cyberattack Australia's prime minister says his country's first attempt to conduct a census online will resume two days after it shut down due to system failures that left it vulnerable to cyberattack.
August 10, 2016 Australia recognizes 10 soldiers' courage in Vietnam War A retired Australian army officer has won a 50-year struggle to gain official recognition for the bravery of 10 soldiers who fought under his command during Australia's most costly battle of the Vietnam War.
August 9, 2016 Dubai-based courier Aramex sells stake to Australia Post The Dubai-based courier Aramex says Australia's postal service has bought a 4.5 percent stake in the company.
August 8, 2016 Official says Australian security key to Chinese investment Australia's treasurer says that national security will be his overriding consideration when he decides whether to allow a Chinese consortium to lease a major Sydney electricity grid.
August 5, 2016 Malaysia confirms Flight 370 course was on pilot's simulator Malaysia has confirmed one of the pilots of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 had plotted a course on his home flight simulator to the southern Indian Ocean, where the missing jet is believed to have crashed.
August 5, 2016 Australia to keep high-risk terrorism convicts in prison Australian state governments have agreed to change laws so they can keep high-risk people convicted under terrorism laws in prison after they have served their sentences.
August 5, 2016 Australian prime minister explains why he vetoed UN bidder Australia's prime minister says he vetoed a predecessor's bid for the top United Nations job because Kevin Rudd lacks the interpersonal skills and temperament to be a candidate.
August 4, 2016 Australia's fractious Senate finalized a month after poll The Australian government faces a tougher task getting unpopular legislation through the next Senate after its narrow election win a month ago.
August 3, 2016 Rights groups: Australia ignoring abuse at refugee camps Human rights groups have accused Australia of deliberately ignoring the alleged abuse of asylum seekers being held at a remote Pacific island detention facility in a bid to deter future refugees from trying to reach the country by boat.
August 1, 2016 Pope will let justice take its course on Pell allegations Pope Francis told reporters Sunday he won't address child molestation allegations against a top Vatican cardinal who is one of his most-trusted aides until justice officials in Australia have made a determination.