Indigenous children and youth experience a ‘concerning level of despair’ compared to their non-Indigenous peers, according to an annual survey by Mission Australia.

The survey reveals that Indigenous children are far more likely to have fears about personal safety, drugs, bullying, and discrimination and that nearly one in 10 Indigenous people feel “very sad” about life overall, compared to only one in 50 non-Indigenous people.

Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has warned security agencies that they are losing touch with terrorists and criminals who are using more advanced and encrypted means of communication

In response to advancing encrypted communication, Dutton has called for services such as whatsapp and Wickr to had over message exchanges when asked or the likelihood of terrorist apprehensions will decreases dramatically

An Australian Border Force patrol boat ran aground on the Great Barrier Reef, as a result of a faulty electronic guidance system, which is now mandatory for vessels navigating the area.

This finding comes from a report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau released on Wednesday; it raises serious questions regarding the use of the new electronic chart display and information system.

The crash being discussed threw the crew of ABFC Roebuck Bay from their seats and woke the ship's captain.

Two brisbane women have been questioned as part of an investigation into whether incompetent or dishonest conduct was to blame for council parking inspectors fining them close to 100 dollars after the women has paid for their parking.

Whilst the women has clearly paid for their tickets as proven by her ticket, they still received a council issued infringement for incorrect parking.

New Zealand has passed a law under which visitors will be fined up to $5000 NZ if they refuse to give password access to their electronic devices to customs officials.

Explosions and fire have hit an ammunition depot in Ukraine in a possible act of sabotage, officials say, leading to the evacuation of thousands of people.

Australians experiencing severe mental health issues will be better catered to through changes to the National DIsability Insurance Scheme, says Social Services Minister Paul Fletcher. 

Recent research suggests pets can help people who are living with a mental illness to manage their condition.