Court rules Lehrmann can be named as rape accused
Bruce Lehrmann has been revealed as a previously unnamed man charged with rape in Queensland, after facing trial in Canberra for assaulting Brittany Higgins.
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Tasered gran’s children edge closer to seeing cop video
Clare Nowland's children are fighting to view body-worn video of her tasering by a NSW police officer despite "strident" attempts to block their access.
Police seize drugs worth about $30 million
About $30 million worth of drugs has been seized on the Gold Coast as part of a major Queensland Police operation.
Cleo Smith rescuer leaked to journalist lover
A former WA police detective who rescued kidnapped child Cleo Smith has been found to have leaked sensitive information to journalists.
At least 22 dead, dozens wounded in US mass shootings
At least 22 people have been killed and dozens wounded in a mass shooting in Maine as police hunt the alleged gunman.
First Nations group takes action over groundwater plan
A First Nations group is challenging approval of the NSW Murray-Darling Basin Fractured Rock Water Resource plan in court, saying it wasn't properly consulted.
Ex-cricketer in court after alleged cocaine kidnapping
Ex-Australian cricketer Stuart MacGill has faced court for the first time after he was charged over his role in an alleged drug supply operation.
At least 16 dead, dozens wounded in US mass shooting
At least 16 people have been killed and dozens wounded in a mass shooting in Maine.
Alleged money laundering ring busted over $229m scam
Seven people have been arrested and $50 million worth of luxury homes, vehicles and items seized in raids on an alleged Chinese money laundering syndicate.
Toolbox murderer jailed by flawed evidence, court told
A man confessed to police that he killed a man and woman whose bodies were found submerged in a toolbox, but his words were ruled inadmissible as evidence.
Man fighting for life after being shot by police
A 40-year-old man has been taken to hospital in critical condition after he was shot by police near Brisbane.
Victims demand action on Qld’s ‘juvenile crime crisis’
Voice for Victims advocates say they will call for a royal commission if they are not satisfied with the Queensland premier's response to tackling youth crime.
Retired MP jailed for falsely claiming more than $170k
Former Victorian MP Russell Northe has been jailed after he pleaded guilty to misconduct uncovered by the state's anti-corruption watchdog.
Hundreds rally after Indigenous teen’s death in custody
Hundreds of people have gathered to call for justice after the death of an Indigenous teen who self-harmed in the youth wing of an adult prison.
Ruby Princess liner negligent, misleading in COVID trip
Australians who embarked on a COVID-19-ravaged cruise in the early days of the pandemic have had a legal win, with operator Carnival declared negligent.
Man extradited over cafe shooting murder of gangster
A Sydney man allegedly involved in the suburban cafe shooting of Melbourne gangland figure Gavin "Capable" Preston has been charged with murder.
Unsafe firearm storage led to mother’s ‘tragic’ death
A young man's plan to restore his family's 100-year-old rifle led to devastating consequences after the defective firearm was left loaded and unsecured.
ABC to pay but no apology for defamed commando
The ABC will end up spending significantly more than $1 million on its failed defence of an ex-commando's defamation case, but its head won't apologise.
Second person charged over fatal pub stabbing
A second person has been charged over the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old man on the Gold Coast two months ago.
Khan could face Pakistan death penalty in secrets trial
A Pakistani court has indicted former prime minister Imran Khan on charges of revealing official secrets after his 2022 ouster from office.
Family wants answers about suspected prison murder
Benn Schinkel's death after a suspected prison bashing is being treated as a homicide, with his family and police seeking answers.
Man who decapitated teen blocked from seeking parole
James Patrick Roughan who stabbed and decapitated a 17-year-old boy has unsuccessfully sought release on parole after 15 years in prison.
Foul play feared in baffling Father’s Day vanishing
CCTV footage of a silver car thought to be linked to the suspicious disappearance of Daniel Copeland has been released by police.
Pilot’s extradition case delayed for secret documents
A former pilot facing US allegations supporters say are politically motivated will remain in a maximum-security prison ahead of an extradition hearing.
Parliament protester trial delayed over ‘technicality’
The trial of 14 climate change activists accused of disrupting Queensland parliament by chanting slogans has been adjourned due to an argument over legislation.
Police approve pro-Palestine march for 10,000 turnout
Organisers of a pro-Palestine march in Sydney expect it to be the city's biggest protest since the Hamas-Israel conflict escalated this month.
‘Our boy deserved a future’: Indigenous teen’s family
The death of an Indigenous teenager in a prison cell has been described as preventable, as pressure mounts to close the controversial high-security facility.
Fear, shame, anger: child abuse inquiry hears of agony
A Victorian inquiry is examining historical allegations of child sexual abuse at 24 government schools as survivors describe their fear and powerlessness.
Third man charged over nightclub stabbing
A 21-year-old man is the latest to be charged after two men were stabbed outside a nightclub.
PM asked to intervene in pilot’s ‘unbelievable’ case
The wife of a country NSW man facing extradition for training Chinese pilots has urged Anthony Albanese to raise the case with Joe Biden when the leaders meet.
Historic laws aim to stop women suffering in silence
Historic laws that make coercive control a stand-alone offence in Queensland will ensure women will speak up and no longer suffer in silence, advocates say.