Lehrmann defamation decision possibly within the week
Allegations Bruce Lehrmann leaked confidential text messages to the media and was reimbursed for drugs and sex workers, could help decide his defamation claim.
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Missing boat arrival found, PM dismisses criticism
Police have found a missing man who arrived as part of a group in an "unknown vessel" in Western Australia's remote far north.
Police ‘swooped quickly’ on Ballarat murder accused
A 21-year-old man accused of killing Hannah McGuire, whose body was found in a burnt out car in bushland, has faced court in a regional Victorian city.
Woman’s family cry as her accused murderer faces court
A 21-year-old man accused of killing Hannah McGuire, whose body was found in a burnt out car in bushland, has faced court in a regional Victorian city.
Alice Springs youth curfew extended beyond school break
A youth curfew in Alice Springs has been extended until after school holidays amid concerns that a relaxation of restrictions could lead to more violence.
Cocaine and sex worker allegations levelled at Lehrmann
A former Seven producer alleges he witnessed Bruce Lehrmann buying cocaine and attempting to order sex workers while he was courted for an interview.
‘Never find forgiveness’: one-punch killer gets parole
The family of Thomas Kelly say they were left in the dark about the troubling behaviour of their son's killer ahead of his imminent release on parole.
Ex-AFL star Fisher pleads guilty to trafficking cocaine
Retired St Kilda player Sam Fisher has formally pleaded guilty to charges of trafficking drugs of dependence, including cocaine and methamphetamine.
Break pattern of mental health police killings: coroner
Police killings of people with mental health needs can no longer be addressed individually when a pattern of deaths has become so clear, a coroner has found.
Ten wins ‘exceptional bid’ to reopen Lehrmann case
Judgment in Bruce Lehrmann's lawsuit against Network Ten has been delayed after an extraordinary bid to introduce new evidence at the eleventh hour.
Inquest reveals detained teen’s harm threats ignored
An Indigenous teen, who died after self-harming in an adult prison's youth wing, made eight threats to do so in the hours before he was found in his cell.
Police union questions legality of Alice Springs curfew
The legality of the youth curfew imposed in Alice Springs has been called into question by the Northern Territory's police union.
Victorian tobacco licences to smoke out ‘dodgy’ sellers
Victoria will become the last state to adopt a tobacco licensing scheme in a bid to combat dodgy outlets selling under-the-counter cigarettes.
Curfew fails to wipe out youth crime wave in red centre
Alice Springs is still being hit with underage crime days after a curfew was brought in, but the NT's top cop says there have been some positive changes.
Vigilance as crime continues under Alice Springs curfew
Alice Springs is still being hit with underage crime, days after a curfew was imposed, but the NT's police chief says there are some positive changes.
Teen charged over pulling a knife on two cabbies
A man will face court accused of threatening two taxi drivers with a knife and injuring one of them during botched robbery attempts.
Fresh evidence application ahead of Lehrmann judgment
Network Ten has lodged an application to reopen the Bruce Lehrmann defamation case, citing fresh evidence days before the judgment is due to be handed down.
Curfew, extra cops: emergency grips Alice Springs
An emergency has been declared in Alice Springs by the Northern Territory government after a group of young people attacked a pub and brawls broke out.
RFS not supportive amid calls for emergency oversight
A coronial inquiry into the Black Summer bushfires has been finalised, as the head of the Rural Fire Service resists calls for another emergency body.
Detectives declare major crime gang ‘eradicated’
Police have claimed victory over a notorious Sydney crime gang after a three-year probe into its dial-a-dealer drug network and associated murders.
Brave because ‘it was the right thing to do’
In times of emergency and danger, some people run towards the screams. The 2024 Australian Bravery Decorations recognise 89 people who have shown selflessness.
Cards fall Crown’s way in casino licence ruling
Gaming giant Crown can keep operating out of its Melbourne mega-casino after a watchdog ruled the scandal-riddled business has cleaned up its act.
New information sets off fresh search for missing mum
The search for the remains of slain mother Samantha Murphy has been narrowed to an area 11km from her home town of Ballarat as police act on fresh intelligence.
Uber settles taxi court battle for $272 million
Uber has agreed to settle a long-running court battle for $271.8 million, finally giving taxi and hire car drivers the compensation they deserve, lawyers say.
Man falls to his death from hot-air balloon
A man is dead after he fell from a hot-air balloon travelling over homes in suburban Melbourne, but police say it is not suspicious.
Police commissioner slams ‘disgraceful’ certificates
A series of allegedly racist police awards have been made public, sparking outrage from the Northern Territory's top officer.
Men charged with raping sex workers in parklands
Two men have been charged with sexual and fraud offences against sex workers they allegedly met through online ads on Queensland's Gold Coast.
Child-grooming raid followed ‘cult recruitment calls’
A woman charged over alleged child grooming is accused of going to "extraordinary lengths" as part of her devoted life as the wife of a cult leader.
Lawyers to review EDO practices after Santos bungle
A group of independent legal experts will review the practices at Australia's peak environmental litigation group, after a damning federal court finding.
Ex-NRL star wanted ‘intimacy’ but denies sexual touch
Former Souths and St George Illawarra forward George Burgess has admitted that he wanted to "be naughty" with a woman, but denies groping her buttocks.
Vietnam War monument vandalised with Gaza message
A memorial for Vietnam War veterans has been defaced with graffiti about the conflict in Gaza, with the RSL urging protesters to rethink their approach.