Mushroom killer’s house restrained after guilty verdict
Prosecutors have successfully sought to restrain mushroom cook Erin Patterson's property after she was found guilty of murdering three people.
Crime Law and Justice
Synagogue firebomb suspects from home and away
A man has been arrested over a "politically motivated" synagogue firebombing, with international and local criminals investigated in relation to the attack.
Ex-AFL umpire jailed for filly sale ‘false narrative’
A disgraced former AFL umpire jailed for flouting court orders tried to falsely claim a horse he sold belonged to his partner.
‘Aggrieved’ sextortionist of 49 teens wants out of jail
A man who tricked 49 teens into sending him explicit images or videos is fighting for parole because he wants to be reintegrated into the community.
Nephew allegedly murdered elderly man in home invasion
An elderly man was murdered and his wife bashed in a midnight home invasion by two extended family members on the prowl for cash, a jury has been told.
Lehrmann’s solicitor slams police after court loss
Bruce Lehrmann's solicitor has taken aim at police after withdrawing a bid to prove that officers had illegally recorded calls with his former legal team.
Search for man’s head called off after TV star charged
Police have failed to find a man's decapitated head, calling off an exhaustive search to allow the victim's family to move on and make funeral arrangements.
‘Didn’t do this’: NBL player’s DV charges withdrawn
Former Cairns Taipans player Jackson Makoi has been cleared of assaulting and choking a woman after the charges against him were withdrawn at the 11th hour.
‘You could hit kids’: ex-members in ‘cult’ abuse claims
The treatment of kids within a secretive Pentecostal doomsday church has raised further questions about working with children screenings.
environmental issue
environmental politics
global warming
international court or tribunal
international law
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Eyes of the world on international court climate ruling
An international court will be beamed around the world when it rules on nations' obligations to prevent climate harm and redress greenhouse emissions damage.
Husband not co-operating with probe into wife’s murder
Police renew pleas for information on the unsolved murder of a mother who was stabbed as she walked home alone through a city park at night.
Vows to ‘throw the book’ at black market tobacco shops
The war on illegal tobacco is escalating with a premier vowing to flame out dodgy smoke dens by shuttering shops and levelling hefty fines and jail terms.
Father’s emotional appeal 20 years after son vanished
A father has choked back tears while recounting memories of his outgoing and talented son as he appeals for information over his disappearance two decades ago.
‘Transparent’ Lehrmann inquiry head corrupt, court told
An ex-judge who leaked a report into Bruce Lehrmann's rape prosecution was corrupt despite claims he acted in the public interest, a judge has heard.
Tobacco kingpin named after deadly, ‘gutless’ arson
Police have named an alleged illegal-tobacco kingpin they believe is behind a bungled arson attack that killed a beloved Melbourne burlesque performer.
Decades-long fight leads to historic rights recognition
Following a historic native title decision in the Federal Court, traditional owners have the right to control access to their Country.
Vehicle discovered in cold-case search for missing teen
A vehicle has been found in a renewed search after 25 years for missing teen Melissa Trussell as police divers scour a river bed.
‘My sweet girl’: tribute as ex-partner admits murder
The parents of a woman murdered by her abusive ex-boyfriend have welcomed a "fitting" result after he pleaded guilty eight days into his trial.
Fijian man faces court over indecent exposure on flight
A man remains on bail after being charged with indecent exposure on a flight, after two women sitting in the same row as him raised the alarm.
‘Real ring of truth’ in sex abuse claims against MP
The accounts of two men who claim they were separately sexually abused by a state MP have multiple similarities and a ring of truth, a court has been told.
Hunt continues for synagogue firebombing ‘masterminds’
Counter-terrorism police have charged a man over his alleged actions in the lead up to a synagogue firebombing but those responsible remain at large.
Outback killer leaves victim’s family without answers
Notorious outback killer Bradley Murdoch has died, renewing fears his victim's body will never be found after crimes that shocked the world almost 25 years ago.
Killer claims ex-partner hit her head during argument
Hannah McGuire's alleged murderer claims she died after hitting her head during an argument which turned physical, his barrister has told a jury.
Parents’ nightmare as alleged abuser work links grow
The spotlight is on childcare centre record-keeping as parents have been left distressed to learn an accused abuser worked at more sites than first thought.
Lehrmann claims he was stalked by Daily Mail journalist
A lawyer for Bruce Lehrmann alleges the former Liberal staffer was stalked by a journalist from the Daily Mail, with his mental health suffering as a result.
Mum shows up for cop son as double-murder case delayed
A former police officer accused of murdering two men in a horrific domestic violence incident has changed lawyers again, prompting further delays in his case.
Mum charged with stabbing murder of seven-month-old boy
A mother has been charged with murder after first responders were called to a home where they found a baby boy with serious stab wounds.
Mother’s despair as killer faked slain daughter’s texts
The mother of Hannah McGuire, who was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend, has shared the series of texts she received purporting to be from her daughter.
‘Great result’: missing German backpacker found alive
A German backpacker missing for 12 days in remote bushland has been found alive after a desperate search.
Bluey coin bandits wait to learn fate over coin theft
Special edition Bluey coins were stolen from a warehouse prior to their official release and were being sold online for up to 10 times their face value.
Personal use of AFP vehicles to earn watchdog referral
The Australian Federal Police have agreed to refer allegations of officers using force vehicles for personal reasons to the National Anti-Corruption Commission.