Naveed Akram, 24, and his 50-year-old accomplice are believed to be father and son, authorities said on Monday.

Australia is known for its dramatic coastlines, vast interior, and culture that combines ease with structure. But beyond the postcard views and vibrant cities, the country has a long list of obscure–and surprisingly strict–laws that remain enforceable ...

Australia’s Human Rights Law Centre published a report on Wednesday finding that the ability to protest in Australia has been eroded by anti-protest legislation over the last two decades. The report, entitled Protest in Peril: Our Shrinking Democracy ...

A world-first ban on major social media platforms for children under the age of 16 goes into effect in Australia on Wednesday. And regulators, parents and teenagers around the globe are watching closely to see how it plays out.