An Irishwoman who was accused of unlawfully concealing the birth of her child in Western Australia will not have to face charges.
The 25-year-old was backpacking in Halls Creek with friends when she was alleged to have given birth.
The child was either stillborn, or died a short time later, and the woman told friends she did not know she was pregnant.
Under Australian law all births must be reported, and concealing a birth carries a maximum penalty of two years in prison.
The woman was allowed to return home to Ireland pending a hearing in August, but authorities have now dropped the case.