Class action lawsuits have been filed against BP and contractor Halliburton as a vast oil spill threatens the US coast.

After the worst US oil spill in decades, documents have emerged showing that BP had downplayed the possibility of a catastrophic accident at the rig.

Amendments to aquaculture legislation may allow the fisheries minister to override regional coastal plans in 'exceptional circumstances'.

Teen sailor Jessica Watson could be set to cash in when she returns from navigating the globe solo

The underrated kahawai will always give you a good run for your money.

Maritime Museum puts on a voyage of discovery, writes Chris Eagles.

Her critics wrote her off, but teenage round-the-world yachtswoman Jessica Watson was yesterday nosing along Australia's southwest coast.

The bulk coal carrier stranded on the Great Barrier Reef has been refloated.