Incarceration crisis: youth laws to face UN scrutiny
Australia's juvenile justice system could come under international scrutiny as one state seeks to make its youth crime laws even tougher.
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Teenager attacked in court before murder sentencing
An 18-year-old about to be sentenced for murder has allegedly been attacked in a courtroom by a young man believed to be a member of the victim's family.
Innocent teen’s barbaric murder a life sentence for kin
The siblings of a 19-year-old murdered by a group of men told a judge they feel "incomparable" loss for a young man who worked to support his refugee family.
‘Double the size of Victoria’: flooding threat spreads
Floodwaters double the size of Victoria have forced many people to flee their homes and head for higher ground, with no relief in sight.
‘Adult crime, adult time’ youth offender laws expanded
More offences will be added to Queensland's "adult crime, adult time" laws as the government moves on its election pledge to make the community safer.
Flooding impacts to persist after record rain
More flood warnings have communities across three states on high alert following days of heavy rain and, for some, the worst flooding in 50 years.
Woman on murder charge over body-in-wall cold case
Police have charged a woman with murder after a body was found behind a wall in a city apartment block almost three years ago.
‘You could bog a duck’: record flooding hits outback
The worst flooding in more than 50 years has cut roads and isolated outback communities, forcing many to flee including an entire town.
US man ‘felt responsible’ for Aussie cop shooting: FBI
A US man who talked to an Australian family before and after they fatally shot two police officers later allegedly told FBI agents he added "fuel to the fire".
Flooding hits sodden state as outback town flees water
An outback town has been evacuated after record rainfall triggered widespread flooding in an already sodden state, with more downpours to come.
Woman tortured, neglected young girl for months: police
Police have alleged a woman assaulted, tortured and neglected a four-year old girl over, leaving her with bruising, burns, fractures and disfigurement.
Flood saturates farthest inland town with rains to come
Flooding has reached Queensland's farthest inland towns, with waters cutting off roads and telecommunications the state's southwest.
Surfboard found intact in search for missing officer
Land and sea searches are continuing for an "extremely fit" police officer who once headed the water police, after his surfboard was found on a beach.
Games drawcard ‘overlooked’ in Brisbane venue plan
One of Brisbane 2032's biggest drawcards claims it has been overlooked and left with no legacy in a long-awaited venue plan.
US man ‘urged no mercy’ before Aussie cops gunned down
Pictures allegedly showing sniper hides similar to those found where two Queensland police officers were shot dead have been filed in a US court case.
Nervous swimmers tread water ahead of Games pool reveal
An anxious wait for peak sporting bodies will finally end when the 2032 Olympic venue plan is revealed, more than four years after Brisbane was named host city.
Exhibition tells ‘bigger story’ of survival and culture
Secret family stories showcasing the strength, survival and culture of Kalkadoon people will be unveiled after decades of being kept under wraps.
AFL star loses three-year battle over speeding charge
Judges have knocked back a bid by a former AFL Brisbane Lions star to overturn his conviction for driving 40km/h over the limit.
Alleged shooter ‘knew targets were Muslim’, court told
A man allegedly told undercover police he knew the people he fired a gun at were Muslims after noticing their traditional clothing, a magistrate has heard.
Protest over potential venue after Games body questions
The 2032 Games boss has assured the Olympics governing body Brisbane is on the right track ahead of a venue reveal but a protest could ignite further debate.
Pill-testing scrapped as deadly opioid emerges
A state government has been criticised for closing its pill-testing clinics after a deadly synthetic drug has been detected for the first time.
Relief for flood-weary regions as eroded beaches reopen
Showers are set to ease for a few days in a flood-struck region after days of heavy rain as beaches reopen along a storm-damaged coastline.
Dishonesty charges dropped against childcare executive
A woman previously accused by ASIC of dishonesty during a takeover bid between two early childhood education companies has had all charges against her dropped.
Hospital bomb hoaxer jailed for armed robbery spree
A man who once threatened to blow up a hospital with a fake bomb strapped to his chest has been jailed for multiple armed robberies over a four-day period.
‘Here we go again’: more flooding for weary residents
Residents who have finished cleaning up from a recent disaster have watched with growing anxiety as river levels rise again after a deluge sparked more floods.
US man seeks to bar Australian shooting cops from trial
A man facing charges over guns and making threats overseas is trying to block testimony from Australian police about his alleged links to six shooting deaths.
Female teacher admits ongoing sex abuse of child
A female teacher used her friendship with a 12-year-old female to manipulate them into being sexually abused at school and other locations over multiple years.
Jury discharged in trial of man accused of beach murder
A jury has been unable to reach a verdict after days of deliberating in Rajwinder Singh's trial for the murder of a young woman on an isolated beach.
More rain for flood hit region set to stall recovery
A flood-weary region that has cleared out waterlogged belongings is preparing again for river levels to rise after a deluge with more rain on the way.
Treasurer to tighten belt in ‘few surprises’ budget
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hosed down speculation of a major upgrade to forecast revenue and warned of "few surprises" on budget night.
Autumn scorcher may return after cool burst drops temps
Regions enjoying a cool change may be hit with another scorcher, with temperatures set to soar after a cold front pushed through Australia's southeast.