Boat carrying 100 people intercepted

Another 100 asylum seekers have arrived on the latest boat to reach Australian waters.

Another 100 asylum seekers have arrived on the latest boat to reach Australian waters.

HMAS Leeuwin intercepted the vessel north of Christmas Island on Friday morning.

The vessel was initially spotted by a Customs and Border Protection surveillance aircraft.

"Initial indications suggest there are 100 people on board," Home Affairs Minister Jason Clare said in a statement.

They will be transferred to Christmas Island for security, health and identity checks.