The widow of “Crocodile Hunter” Steve Irwin thanked staff at his wildlife park today, in her first comments on his death, as she considered whether to accept the offer of a state funeral or hold a more private ceremony.

HOW good does it feel to be rescued from shark-infested waters off Australia after six hours adrift and with daylight running out?

How good does it feel to be rescued from shark-infested waters off Australia after six hours adrift and with daylight running out?

A Danish family was forced to spend a night in an Australian national park known to be infested with crocodiles after a tour boat operator forgot to pick them up.