Child abuse victim: Paedophile priests gave kids ‘brutal beatings’
A child abuse victim who was sent to Australia from Aberdeen believing he was an orphan has told of sexual abuse and “brutal beatings” at the hands of paedophile priests.
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Israel Folau settles legal claim after sacking for homophobic social media post
Former Australian rugby union player Israel Folau has settled his legal dispute with Rugby Australia (RA) and New South Wales Rugby Union (NSWRU) after his dismissal for a homophobic social media post.
Body found in Australia believed to be missing Briton – police
A body has been found in the Australian bush which police believe to be that of missing British man Aslan King.
Search fails to find missing British man in Australia
A search involving a helicopter, boats and mounted police had failed to find any trace of a British man missing in the Australian state of Victoria by late on Sunday.
British man missing in Australian bushland
A 25-year-old Briton has gone missing in the Australian bush, according to local police.
Aberdeen University Graduations: David follows his family’s footsteps
Hundreds of students have been awarded degrees at a special ceremony at Aberdeen University.
Scientists develop method of blocking transmission of mosquito-borne virus
An effective way to block the transmission of the mosquito-borne dengue virus has been developed by scientists in Scotland and Australia.
Koala-detection dog helping to sniff out victims of Australia bushfires
A dog named Bear has been helping to save injured koalas following devastating bushfires in Australia.
Smoke shrouds Sydney’s skyline as wildfires burn nearby
Thick smoke from wildfires has shrouded Sydney and its surrounding areas, with health experts warning residents with medical conditions to remain indoors.
Ant and Dec back in the jungle as I’m A Celebrity returns
Ant and Dec will be reunited in the jungle as I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here returns with a star line-up.
Qantas jet lands in Sydney after non-stop flight from London
A non-stop Qantas flight from London landed in Sydney 19 hours and 19 minutes after take-off.
Qantas jet lands in Sydney after non-stop flight from London
A non-stop Qantas flight from London to Sydney has landed, 19 hours and 19 minutes after take-off.
Timeline of Cardinal George Pell’s career and accusations
Australia’s highest court on Wednesday agreed to hear an appeal by Cardinal George Pell of his convictions for molesting two choirboys in a cathedral more than two decades ago.
Australia wildfires burn as residents warned there is no time left to flee
Ferocious wildfires were burning at emergency-level intensity across Australia’s most populous state on Tuesday, as authorities warned most residents in their paths that there was no longer time to flee.
Australian state declares emergency as wildfires continue
Australia’s most populous state declared a fire emergency on Monday, with worsening conditions expected from wildfires that have claimed three lives and more than 150 homes.
Instagram trial hiding ‘likes’ to be expanded to US
A trial which hides “likes” on Instagram is to be expanded to the United States.
Three dead and more than 150 homes destroyed as Australian wildfires rage
At least three people are dead, several remain missing and dozens have been injured as wildfires continue to raze Australia’s drought-stricken east coast.
Q&A: How would an Australian-style immigration system work?
An Australian-style points-based system would allow Britain to control the number of people coming into the country after Brexit but still welcome much needed professionals like nurses, according to the Conservatives.
Nathan Lyon agrees red-ball contract with Hampshire for 2020 season
Hampshire have signed Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon for next year’s Specsavers County Championship.
Geoffrey Rush fights appeal in Australian defamation court
Actor Geoffrey Rush’s lawyer has told an Australian appeals court a judge was “well and truly justified” in concluding the Oscar winner was unable to work after being defamed in newspaper articles in 2017.
Hundreds of koalas feared dead in Australia wildfires
Conservationists fear hundreds of koalas have died in wildfires that have razed prime habitat on Australia’s east coast.
Swedish paramedics speak of helping save English shark bite victim’s life
A Swedish paramedic and nurse have spoken of how their swift action helped save the life of an English man in Australia whose foot was bitten off by a shark.
British tourist’s foot bitten off by shark in Australia
A British tourist has had his foot bitten off in a shark attack while snorkelling off the north-eastern coast of Australia, authorities said.
In pictures: The last climb at Uluru
Tourists have gathered at Australia’s Uluru for their last chance to scale the sacred rock.
Dog rescued after becoming stranded on Australian cliff
A dog had to be rescued from a steep cliff in Australia after becoming stranded halfway down.
Australian newspapers campaign against government secrecy
Australia’s major newspapers published redacted front pages on Monday in a coordinated campaign to highlight government secrecy that is often justified on national security grounds.
Day 33 at the Rugby World Cup: Wales & South Africa complete semi-finals line-up
The Rugby World Cup semi-finals line-up was completed on Sunday as Wales and South Africa triumphed in the last eight.
Ben Youngs believes England can still improve ahead of All Blacks showdown
Ben Youngs says there is more to come as England prepare for a World Cup semi-final against New Zealand.
Day 32 at the Rugby World Cup: England set up semi-final date with All Blacks
England and New Zealand sealed their respective places in the Rugby World Cup semi-finals with big wins over Australia and Ireland respectively.
Jones hails England’s Samurai spirit after calm heads secure semi-final spot
Eddie Jones hailed his players’ Samurai spirit following a record-equalling victory over Australia that saw them storm into the World Cup semi-finals.