Legal ‘nightmare’ after woman births stranger’s baby
An IVF mix up that led to a woman giving birth to someone else's baby could wade into uncharted legal territory and highlighted concerns with the industry.
Crime Law and Justice
Producer claims Seven lied about Lehrmann massage
Details of Bruce Lehrmann's luxury lifestyle paid for by Seven have been revealed in court documents as an ex-producer sues the broadcaster for defamation.
Family ‘shattered’ after dad killed confronting thief
The wife of Paul Grapsas, who was stabbed to death confronting a thief, has shared her pain as the father-of-three's killer pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
Teen’s accused killers threatened each other, jury told
A man on trial for murdering an Indigenous teen with a metal pole has denied turning up with a shotgun at the home of a mate he is blaming for the killing.
Mall stabbing inquest to cover ‘insensitive’ reporting
An inquest into a deadly stabbing rampage in a shopping centre has been expanded to the media coverage of the tragedy and its impact on the victims' families.
Answers sought as horror mall rampage probe looms large
The countdown is on for a probe into the deadly Bondi stabbing attack, with an inquest to begin after the anniversary of the rampage that shocked the nation.
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel’s first day outside jail
One of Australia's most notorious criminal kingpins will spend his first full day of freedom in 18 years in a leafy city suburb after being released on bail.
Four decades of torment after teen’s train track death
The family of Mark Haines, who was found dead on a rail line 37 years ago, have few answers after a lengthy inquest re-examining his mysterious death.
Freed Mokbel all smiles amid ‘very strong’ appeal case
Underworld figure Tony Mokbel walked out of court to applause, tasting freedom for the first time in 18 years before his long-awaited Lawyer X appeal.
Blood discovered in car boot after teen’s mystery death
Police did not seem interested in key evidence after a teenager's body was found on train tracks, forcing family to investigate, an inquest has been told.
Former judge’s corrupt conduct appeal hits snag
Former senior judge Walter Sofronoff's bid to shed a corrupt conduct finding over his handling of a Bruce Lehrmann inquiry could be tossed out before it begins.
‘Horrible’ mistaken identity in train tracks death
Police initially wrongly identified the body of an Indigenous teenager, who was mysteriously found dead on rural train tracks 37 years ago, a coroner has heard.
Gangland figure Mokbel may taste freedom in three days
Gangland figure Tony Mokbel will learn his fate in days after making a bid for freedom on bail ahead of his long-awaited Lawyer X appeal.
‘Not me’: best friend denies role in train track death
A friend of Mark Haines was rumoured to be linked to the Indigenous teenager's death soon after his body was found on train tracks, an inquest has been told.
Mum charged after children stabbed in home
A mother has been charged with three counts of wounding with intent to murder after she allegedly attacked her children with a knife as they slept.
Champion pilot stable after shock air show crash
A champion pilot fighting for life after what would usually be a "catastrophic" crash at an air show is in a stable condition.
‘Stunned’: pilot fighting for life after air show crash
A pilot has been flown to hospital in a critical condition after a small plane crashed at a major air show, cancelling the rest of the day's events.
Wife devastated that killer could be free in a year
Convicted killer Spencer Shumski could be released on parole next year after receiving a minimum sentence of three years behind bars for manslaughter.
‘Call or have no shop’: alleged tobacco extortion probe
A shop owner so concerned he was being targeted by a crime syndicate he sold his business and moved house, as the alleged extortions were caught on camera.
Hospital partnership ban a legacy of toddler’s death
Private operators will be banned from getting involved in acute care in one state after a toddler's tragic death at a controversial hospital.
Thousands of court files downloaded in major breach
Apprehended violence orders are among the 9000 court files downloaded in a "significant" data leak being investigated by police.
Ex-MP’s alleged disturbing question to 13-year-old
A former Liberal MP asked a disturbing question before sexually assaulting a 13-year-old boy he met on a gay hook-up app, prosecutors have alleged.
Rapper’s young killer ‘wanted to become a gangster’
A young man who killed a rapper in a home invasion gone wrong wanted to be a gangster and planned to supply a gun for another burglary months later.
Ex-top jockey and lawyer accused of $177k theft
Former champion jockey Danny Nikolic and ex-lawyer Patrick Lennon have faced court over attempts to allegedly steal $177,000 worth of jewellery and belongings.
Family tears as man released over fatal neighbour feud
A father accused of murdering a neighbour is expected to claim self-defence after saying he would "put him to sleep" during a driveway brawl.
Man booked Japan flight after stabbing mother: police
Investigators have alleged a 40-year-old man booked an airline ticket to Tokyo in the two hours after his elderly mother was murdered via multiple stab wounds.
‘Not human’: kids confront father over mother’s murder
Emil Petrov's two children he shared with Cindy Crossthwaite have confronted him at a pre-sentence hearing for killing his wife nearly 18 years ago.
Terror police investigate accused teen’s foreign links
A 17-year-old boy may have communicated with foreigners before allegedly carrying a gun onto a plane at one of Australia's major regional airports.
Teach sons respect, warns mother of murdered woman
A coroner has thanked the family of a young murdered woman for their powerful presence throughout her inquest and says their participation will save lives.
Tougher bail key to stopping crime surge, says top cop
With crime surging to record levels, one of Australia's largest police forces is pleading for government to fast-track tougher bail laws.
Boy killed mother as part of ‘anti-communist front’
A child murdered his mother as part of plans to "take over Australia" by forming an anti-communist front to restore Christian values, a court has been told.