Voice of America | Australia Honors Victims of Malaysia Airlines MH-17 Voice of America SYDNEY—. Australia is observing an official day of mourning for the victims of Malaysia Airlines flight MH-17. More than 30 Australian citizens and residents were among the 298 passengers and crew who died when the airliner was shot down in eastern ... Australia honours Malaysia Airlines MH17 victims Aussie PM attends memorial service for MH17 victims Perth bells toll for Australian MH17 victims |