Australia
Alleged serial killer's home searched
Police have set up a forensic base in the backyard of his Australian former home, as they hunt for vital evidence.
Here's Que, back in NZ
"It's fantastic to be in New Zealand," says Que Langdon's mum as they touch down in Auckland.
Fly Aus to Vietnam for $170
Jetstar will launch flights from Sydney and Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City.
Baird quits as NSW premier
The Australian politician says it is time to move on after 10 years in public life.
Police chase Lego-obsessed thief
Melbourne, Australia, the most liveable city in the world, is in the midst of a Lego crime wave.
Child's suspected overdose
Girl, 5, fights for life in hospital after possible methadone overdose in Australia.
$60m of cocaine on whale boat
Former whaling vessel off coast of Tasmania used in scheme to import the drug into Australia.
Shark gives male-less birth
Leopard shark in Australia makes world-first sexual transition in move that could save her endangered species.
30 degrees at midnight
Sydneysiders endure another sticky, stifling night of summer, as heatwave lingers.
Get away - fast
After kangaroo attack left woman with deep cuts, animal expert says you should only do one thing if you meet one.
MH370 search called off
"I won't accept it. None of us will," says widow of New Zealander aboard the flight that vanished.
Feeling hot hot hot
Record-breaking temperatures could be on their way in Australia, keeping the fire service busy as bushfires flare up, and residents sweltering.
'Postcard Bandit' Brenden Abbott pleads guilty
Almost thirty years ago he dressed in a fake guard uniform, cut a steel bar on a window frame, scaled a fence and escaped.
Australia Day billboard blasted over hijabs
It's promoting an Australia Day event, but debate is raging as to why two young girls wearing hijabs feature.
Gerard Ross murder: New info
He left his holiday home to visit a comic book store, but never returned. Twenty years on "several new persons of interest" have emerged, police say.
'Lucky to be alive' after Roo attack
Aussie Debbie Urquhart was jogging when a kangaroo pushed her over and began clawing her.
Australia's most dangerous animal
Snakes? Spiders? Jellyfish? Nope. None of these are Australia's most dangerous creature.
Langdon custody battle intensifies
After runaway yacht saga, Alan Langdon is asking an Australian court for custody of his daughter, Que.
Pizza shop sick note amuses
Pizza shop owner wins some new fans with note explaining why store isn't opening.
Killer filmed destroying evidence
Robert Xie keeps staring at shoe box - the thing that may link him to five murders.
Apology at last for dingo saga?
Days after Michael Chamberlain died, his long fight for an apology over baby Azaria's death gains traction.
Mum admits murdering children
Akon Guode's pre-trial hearing has witnessed sensational claims of witchcraft, drug taking and ten minutes of wailing from the accused.
Police: 'No gay hate crime'
Australian police find no evidence a Kiwi man found injured under a bridge was the victim of a gay hate crime.
Baby Azaria's dad farewelled
Kiwi Michael Chamberlain, who fought to prove a dingo killed his daughter, will be laid to rest in Australia.
Car hurtles at youths after brawl
"Bro, he's trying to hit you" the man said to his friend as the hatchback sped towards them.
Your money or your chihuahua
Police hunt pair after cash allegedly demanded for return of car - and dog inside.
Japan caught slaughtering whales
Defying an international court ruling, whalers are filmed carrying out a bloody slaughter.
Toddler scales pool fence in seconds
Think that fence will keep youngsters safe? Mum shows just how quick kids can climb up.
She married a life prisoner
They met online, fell in love and got married...in prison. Now she's fighting to free him.
Billionaire's bizarre FB rant
Aussie businessman Clive Palmer levels a sinister accusation at his local council.