Ahmed al Ahmed tackled one of the gunmen who killed 15 people at a Jewish event in December.
Leah Stewart, 34, had one of her arms amputated after she was bitten while swimming at Coogee Beach.
Australia was previously the only continent where the H5N1 bird flu strain had not yet been found.
Emaa Hussen, 34, faces life in prison for allegedly trying to smuggle 320kg of meth hidden in bags of charcoal.
Researchers say their hunting method - which allows them to prey on dangerous ants - is unprecedented.
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.
Nestory Irankunda was born as a refugee in Tanzania before becoming Australian record breaker with goal in victory over Turkey.
Stars of the hit TV show say they did not know their on-screen husbands had previous convictions.
Farmers report thousands of mice per hectare destroying crops and invading homes.
Her death has sparked outrage across Australia and intense debate about disparities in society.
The government hopes reforms will help young people enter the market, while critics say it will stifle supply.
The BBC asked Sydney locals if they would take the newly announced, longest ever commercial flight from Sydney to London.
The BBC's Katy Watson investigates if it's still easy, or not, for Australian youngsters to get onto social apps.
Crops are being ravaged and homes are being invaded by the rodents - and it’s costing farmers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
The BBC's Katy Watson explains the case, the cultural sensitivities and why it has caused so much anger.
The Hollywood star is accused by fellow Australian actress Charlotte MacInnes of making defamatory statements.
US supporters were delighted after their team won 2-0 against the Socceroos while Australian fans were left disappointed but still hopeful.
Scientists say 13,000 southern elephant seal pups on Heard Island have died of the H5N1 strain.
