Australia
Bitcoin Conferences Proliferate Across Asia and Australia in 2014
A host of events in Asia and Australia this year prove that bitcoin is truly going global.

Bitcoin Australia Launches Preemptive Strike Against Restrictive Taxes
The advocacy group says Australia's government needs a 'practical approach' to bitcoin, defining it as money for taxation.

'Hero Subs' Sandwich Shop Becomes Melbourne's First to Accept Bitcoin
The fast food outlet is also offering 50% discounts to bitcoin customers and plans an exclusive Bitcoin Sub.

Superbike Racer to Wear Bitcoin Logo at Isle of Man TT Classic
Diamond Circle will put bitcoin and company logos on the helmet of one Isle of Man TT motorcycle racer.

CoinJar Launches Bitcoin Donation Drive for Teen Entrepreneur
The Australia-based exchange is giving a funding boost to an enterprising young farmer.

CoinJar Abandons Bank Transfers for Bill-Payments Service BPAY
The Australian bitcoin platform will switch to BPAY as its sole means of topping 'Filler' balances with cash.

Bitcoin Bill Payment Services Taking Off Around the World
There's a growing number of ways users in different countries can pay their bills, including taxes, with bitcoin.

Australian VC Company Future Capital Launches $30 Million Bitcoin Fund
The firm says it is Australia’s first dedicated investment fund for the digital currency.

Reserve Bank of Australia: Bitcoin 'limited risk' to payment systems
Australia's central bank has spelled out the perceived risks of bitcoin adoption in a document only recently made public.

National Australia Bank Turns Back on Bitcoin, Closes Accounts
Australia's bitcoin-friendliest bank turns cold, closing accounts due to 'unacceptable risk' to its business and reputation.
