Claim choppers blocked pilot view before crash ‘false’
Air crash investigators claim that new helicopters gave pilots poor visibility prior to a mid-air collision at Sea World has been denied by a tour flight boss.
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Teen arrested, boy in hospital after school stabbing
A teenager has been rushed to hospital and a boy has been arrested after a suspected stabbing during an altercation at a school in Brisbane's south.
Man accused of assigning attacks on venues faces court
A young man accused of running an "empire" from home has faced court on multiple charges following a string of targeted attacks on popular hospitality venues.
Hunt goes on for botched kidnap, extortion masterminds
Police have made a string of arrests over the botched kidnapping and murder of an 85-year-old grandfather, with an alleged ringleader now charged.
Further indecent assault charges dropped for Alan Jones
Prosecutors have dropped multiple indecent assault charges against ex-radio titan Alan Jones, leaving six of an original 11 complainants as his trial looms.
UK counter-terrorism police take over Widdecombe probe
Interior minister Shabana Mahmood says new information has emerged which has changed the character of a probe into the suspected murder of Ann Widdecombe.
Family vow slain mum’s memory will live on through son
A man accused of murdering his former partner has faced court by video link after members of the woman's family arrived, including her four-month-old son.
Details of alleged Toyota theft ring’s methods revealed
A man accused of joining other foreign nationals in using electronic devices to steal 60 high-end 4WDs and export them in shipping containers has sought bail.
Blame cast for delay in Molly Ticehurst’s killer’s case
Legal funding cuts, staffing and prosecutors have been blamed for the latest delays in the case against the man who murdered a rural childcare educator.
UK police not looking for more suspects in ex-MP murder
Police probing the alleged murder of former UK politician Ann Widdecombe say they were not seeking anyone else after arresting a 28-year-old man.
‘Gross, negligent’: drugs blamed for chopper tragedy
The head of a joy flight provider has alleged that a pilot was under the influence of drugs when he was killed in a tragic helicopter collision.
No political link in ex-UK minister’s murder: police
Police say there's no information to suggest former UK minister Ann Widdecombe's suspected murder was terrorism-related or politically motivated.
Partner charged with new mum’s ‘horrific’ murder
A man has been charged with the murder of his former partner after the remains of the young mother were found in bushland.
Family violence victims to lose vital access to justice
Vital volunteers who help victim-survivors of family violence navigate the justice system will be ripped from family courts unless urgent funding is secured.
Troubling reason Bradley Murdoch may have denied guilt
In chilling new footage, convicted murderer Bradley Murdoch denies Peter Falconio's family the closure of knowing the whereabouts of his body.
Man released, cleared over former UK minister’s murder
UK police said there is no information to suggest the murder of former MP and minister Ann Widdecombe was a politically motivated crime.
Ex-priest blames brain injury for teenage sex hunt
A former Catholic priest who said "there is no such thing as too young" argues injuries from a car accident impaired his judgment and decision-making.
Jail after teen forced into 70-hour weeks in brothels
Two men have been jailed after a 17-year-old girl was brought in from Indonesia to be driven around to brothels and engage in sex acts multiple times a day.
Sex abuse accused ‘with child’ when arrested on train
Police have launched an appeal for information after a man was arrested in the company of a child and accused of luring girls by train and assaulting them.
Free speech legal loss low note for dumped pianist
An orchestra did not take action against an international concert pianist because of his political beliefs, a federal court judge has determined.
‘Complex’: man charged with 17-year-old girl’s murder
Days after a girl was found unconscious, police have charged a man with the 17-year-old's murder, saying he was in a "domestic relationship" with the child.
Suspected bikie captured days after escaping custody
Police have arrested a man who made a break for freedom while being escorted to an ambulance in the latest thwarted escape by alleged bikies.
Man accused over violent terrorist videos granted bail
A second man arrested over allegedly sharing violent terrorism video with friends and family members via social media has been charged with multiple offences.
Coroner reveals cause of cop-killer’s death in prison
A man jailed over the fatal shooting of a police officer during a hold-up at a tavern years later died in custody of natural causes, a corner has found.
‘Revolving door’: Rehab at packed jails questioned
A state government is under fire after a damning report found nearly half of its prisoners released from custody return to jail within two years.
Teens set for court after kids ‘fight club’ outrage
Three teens have been reported by police and are set for court over a children's "fight club" after videos were posted on social media, sparking outrage.
Massive kava haul seized by police after tip off
A tip off has led to police discovering a massive kava haul with a street value of more than $100,000 in a remote community about 500km east of Darwin.
Ex-Test spinner’s appeal turned down over drug supply
Former spin bowler Stuart MacGill has suffered a major courtroom blow after his appeal against a drug supply conviction was unanimously tossed out.
Le Pen to run for president, French court shortens ban
Two years after a conviction for misusing funds, French far right leader Marine Le Pen has an electoral ban shortened, and announced she will run for president.
Virgin accused of refusing disabled twins toilet access
The family of twins with mobility issues has sued Virgin Australia for discrimination after the boys were allegedly refused access to the closest lavatory.
Prince Harry calls privacy suit dismissal a ‘whitewash’
Prince Harry, Elton John and other celebrities have lost their High Court case against the Daily Mail's publisher.