Young man found dead ‘likely hit by vehicle’: coroner
The death of a 20-year-old man found in the middle of a highway bus lane has been the subject of a hit-and-run charge that was later withdrawn in court.
crime, law and justice
Ex-AFL player’s son charged with missing mum’s murder
A magistrate has concealed the name of a former AFL player's son as he faced court charged with the murder of missing Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy.
Man who set housemate on fire claims jury ‘injustice’
A man who was identified by his own mortally wounded murder victim now claims he was not mentally capable of forming an intent to kill.
Samantha Murphy killed the day she went missing: police
Police allege a 22-year-old man charged with the murder of Ballarat mum Samantha Murphy killed her on the day she went missing.
Defence minister cops grilling over veteran suicides
The defence minister has told a royal commission he doesn't believe people in his department are "hopeless" after airing issues about culture.
Male driver charged after 73-year-old pedestrian dies
A man has been charged with dangerous driving while intoxicated after a 73-year-old male pedestrian died in Brisbane's north.
AI girl helps authorities deal with child abuse victims
Authorities can improve the way they interview abused children with the help an AI girl developed by Griffith University and a team of overseas researchers.
Man jailed for ‘devastating’ abduction and rape
A woman was trying to book a ride home when she was approached by two strangers who took her to a nearby park and assaulted her.
Woman used wooden spoon to assault five-year-old girl
A woman has been jailed for her cruel treatment of a five-year-old girl, including hitting her with a wooden spoon and withholding food and water.
Teen arrested after man shot outside property
Police have charged a teenager over the shooting of a 43-year-old man outside a property north of Brisbane weeks ago.
No ‘proactive’ payment for wrongfully jailed Folbigg
Waiting for pardoned mother Kathleen Folbigg to ask for a financial remedy for her decades in jail will be an extra burden to carry, an MP says.
‘Incompetent or corrupt’ to employ rapist prison guard
Prisons across NSW will be scrutinised by a task force after a scathing report condemned processes that allowed a guard to rape several inmates.
Man charged after young Indigenous kids cable-tied
A man has been charged with aggravated assault after a confronting video went viral of three young Aboriginal children cable-tied at a home in Broome.
Anger at justice system as truckie boss avoids jail
The families of four police officers killed on Melbourne's Eastern Freeway are angry and dismayed after a trucking boss implicated in the tragedy avoided jail.
Departmental culture of cover up of child sex abuse
Victoria's Department of Education "woefully failed to protect children" from sexual predator teachers for decades, a board of inquiry has found.
Vindication for Qantas worker, airline cops $250k fine
Former Qantas health and safety rep Theo Seremetidis says a fine for the airline is a "drop in the ocean" after he was stood down for raising COVID concerns.
Police officer charged with serious sexual offences
A 55-year-old Queensland police officer has been charged with four counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault relating to alleged incidents while off duty.
Kathleen Folbigg’s former husband dies
The former husband of a woman who spent decades in prison before being acquitted of killing their children has died.
Nine backs reports of corruption by consulting firm, MP
Nine has hit back against a defamation lawsuit by Synergy 360, saying reports of corruption between the consulting firm and former MP Stuart Robert were true.
Higgins and Reynolds defamation court case continues
After a marathon mediation session, Liberal senator Linda Reynolds says her defamation case against Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz is ongoing.
Staffer jailed for $1m fraud of film production company
A 71-year-old woman will serve 20 months behind bars after admitting she defrauded her television and film production company employer of almost $1 million.
Man appeals conviction for ‘brazen’ Valentine’s rape
A man who was jailed for the sexual assault of a woman after he was hired to perform a Valentine's Day massage has claimed he should never have stood trial.
Police investigation launched after baby boy’s death
Police are investigating the death of a four-month-old boy after the baby was transported from a residence to a Queensland hospital.
Matildas star Kerr didn’t tell FA of harassment charge
Matildas captain Sam Kerr didn't tell Football Australia of her racial harassment charge, or her court appearance, says FA chief James Johnson.
Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed
An attempt by ex-MP Andrew Laming for an expenditure watchdog's decision over his travel expenses to be reviewed has been dismissed by the Federal Court.
Nine sued over ‘highly damaging’ reports on Liberal MP
Reports that ex-federal MP Stuart Robert gave secret advice about government contracts to consulting firm Synergy 360 will be defended by Nine in court.
Bias found in report against Lehrmann trial prosecutor
Communications between the head of an inquiry into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial and a journalist from The Australian gave rise to an "apprehension of bias".
Man admits delivering $4.3 million in drug-profit cash
A Queensland man has been sentenced after being pulled over by police and found with $4.3 million in a box and suitcase in his vehicle.
Senator paid $90,000 over Lehrmann trial allegations
Linda Reynolds has been paid $90,000 by the ACT government after settling a defamation case over a letter about her conduct during Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial.
Russian nationals charged after $2.3 million seized
Two Russian nationals have faced court charged with money laundering after police found $2.3 million in cash and cryptocurrency.
Military chief denies justice system is weaponised
The Australian Defence Force doesn't believe its military justice system is being used as a weapon against individuals, a royal commission has been told.