An American computer games millionaire has become the latest tourist to pay his way into space.
The local stock market has bounced back after its disastrous fall last week, following a pledge by the Federal Government to guarantee Australian bank deposits.
There were tears mixed with laughter today as some of Australia's best known entertainers remembered industry legend, Rob Guest.
An Australian man and woman charged with drug smuggling in Vietnam will escape the firing squad.
Surfers have taken to the water off Bali to remember the victims of the 2002 nightclub bombings, while the bombers have spoken out and shown no remorse.
Women with breast cancer will soon have better access to specialist care.
Aussie export Sophie Monk has returned home to launch a new range of body shaping underwear.
The Bali bombers awaiting execution insist they have no regrets.
A memorial service is being held in Indonesia to commemorate the sixth anniversary of the Bali bombings.
One of the country's top policeman has criticised Australia's 'drink to get drunk' culture.
North Korea has resumed dismantling it's nuclear plant after the US took it off a terrorism black list.
Hurricane Norbit has been downgraded to a tropical storm after hitting Mexico over the weekend.
A radical Indonesian cleric has used the anniversary of the Bail terrorist attacks to defend the bombers.
They'll be milder conditions in South Australia today after yesterday's dust storm inflicted more pain on the state's farmers.
New research shows half of all Australians want the government to reduce the number of people allowed to migrate here.
Pope Benedict XVI has canonised India's first female Catholic saint.
Watch 'Womanizer', the new single from Britney Spears.
An American computer games millionaire has become the latest tourist to pay his way into space.
Prime Minister Kevin Rudd is warning the financial crisis has entered a new stage as talks continue in the US and Europe.
Zimbabwe's long awaited power sharing deal is on the verge of collapse.
European leaders are also trying to hammer out a rescue package before the markets open tonight.
One of the country's top cops has slammed Australia's 'drink to get drunk' culture.
Market analyst Craig James speaks about the market recovery time and how it will affect Australians who have super in shares.
CNN correspondent Richard Quest talks on the affect the financial crisis will have on Australia and China's trade agreements.
Andrew Banks speaks about employment and how the economic crisis will affect jobs in Australia.
Chris Reason reports on how the financial crisis has hit Australian super and shares.
The crisis begun with homes and it is now affecting your home in Australia.
The Opposition leader is questioned on if the Government has gone far enough to ensure Australia's secure future.
Hundreds have gathered at Coogee Beach to mark the 6th anniversary of the Bali bombings.
The father of backpacker Britt Lapthorne says he is not convinced a body found off the coast of Croatia is not his daughter.
Suspects charged
Digger returned
South Australia's Port Augusta prison is locked down this morning after a stand off between guards and inmates continues.
Three Indian restaurant workers have been arrested over the murder of an Australian tourist.
The parents of an Australian backpacker missing in Croatia are refusing to give up hope.
Environmentally friendly light bulbs could be damaging your skin.
A new survey has showed the majority of Australians don't see anxiety as a mental health issue.
Two couch potatoes have broken a movie marathon record.
The global financial crisis could cost Australia's pensioners their promised payment increase in next May's budget.