Australian man charged for promoting Islamic State

An Australian man charged for sending money to a United States citizen fighting for the so-called Islamic state in Syria is to appear in a Melbourne court today.

The man was arrested at his home after a 16-month investigation by counter-terrorism authorities.

Police allege that the Australian national helped run a promotional website for the United States man and sent about a 5,000 dollar to him in Syria.

Authorities said there is no current threat to the public.