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.
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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.
French court opens door for Le Pen to run in 2027
A Paris court has upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction but shortened her ban on running for office. However, it has a condition the far-right leader has rejected.
‘Gut-wrenching’: child abuser’s sentence under fire
A man who groomed a girl and committed multiple attacks on another young victim could be released on parole within months after being sentenced.
Alleged killer cop’s mum ‘relieved’ after bail granted
A mother accused of interfering with a witness in her son's high-profile double murder trial has been released on bail after months in custody.
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Harry set to learn ruling in Daily Mail court case
Prince Harry, Elton John and other celebrities will soon find out the result of their High Court case against the Daily Mail's publisher.
Alleged bridge intruder told he will stay behind bars
An alleged vandal who requested a peanut butter sandwich during a bridge stand-off with police will remain behind bars despite being "a little bit hungry".
‘Gun to a fist fight’: man killed in duel over woman
An abusive husband was shot five times after arranging a fist fight over his ex-wife whom he suspected had returned to sex work, a jury has heard.
Multiple child safety reports before little boy’s death
Families gathered at a local community pool to remember a little boy allegedly murdered by his mother, leaving behind a teddy bear and a small blue unicorn.
Fatal one-punch attack accused to stay behind bars
A 27-year-old man has been accused of striking an older man in a fatal fight in the early hours, allegedly causing him to fall and hit his head.
‘Quicksand of crime’: new youth bail law under fire
A state government's latest youth justice reform has come under fire, with critics saying it will ensure kids remain in the "quicksand of crime".
Jail for youths who breach bail under tough new laws
An expansion of a state's already tough youth crime laws will further strain a struggling justice system, critics say.
‘Distraught’: Wrangler trial secret recordings released
Secret recordings that were key to Matt Wright's trial have been released, revealing the Outback Wrangler's differing accounts after a fatal chopper crash.
Lidia Thorpe MCG attack exposed as offender spared jail
Senator Lidia Thorpe's MCG attacker has avoided jail time as photos of the incident are revealed for the first time after a suppression order was lifted.
Lehrmann-linked TV producer sues second media giant
A former TV network staffer who rose to prominence during Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case has launched legal proceedings against a media company.
Youth justice experts decry kids’ medieval punishments
The state of youth justice has been laid bare to a Senate inquiry, with allegations of human rights violations and Middle Ages-style approaches.
Nicky Winmar’s statue to go after assault conviction
A statue depicting former St Kilda footballer Nicky Winmar's most famous moment will be removed after he was found guilty of a brutal attack on a woman.
Fowl play ruled out as Bracken Ridge police rescue runaway chicken
Brisbane police have turned an unexpected roadside chicken rescue at a Bracken Ridge skatepark into a heartwarming donation drive for a local animal shelter.
Lifeline for Liberal MP as decision on future postponed
A state Liberal MP will stay in the party for at least two weeks after the party agreed not to immediately disendorse her over an unsubstantiated assault claim.
‘Redeemed’ IS rocket designer says he’s not a danger
An electrician jailed for designing rockets for terrorists says he should be free to live unsupervised in a rural town after a lengthy deradicalisation journey.
Man charged over live-streamed abuse of kids overseas
A man has been charged with a number of offences after being accused of paying for live online child abuse following a tip off from United States authorities.
‘Depraved’ childcare worker, ex-cop gets long jail term
The "dual life" of a childcare worker who sexually exploited kids and produced child abuse material has been revealed, as he learns his fate in court.
Real estate giants clash in court over marketing claims
Australia's two largest online real estate listing platforms are facing off in court after accusing each other of making misleading claims.
‘Full force of law’: smuggled boat arrivals deported
A man charged over a failed people smuggling operation in northern Australia is set to face the "full force of the law", the federal government says.
Family tribute for grandfather after fatal house fire
An 84 -year-old grandfather has succumbed to his injuries after being badly burned trying to rescue a resident, becoming a house fire's second victim.
Shaman accused of lying to save skin in mushroom death
A shaman healer and a woman's partner were too worried about self-preservation to tell medics she had ingested magic mushrooms, an inquest has been told.
US Supreme Court rejects birthright citizenship curbs
The US Supreme Court has upheld birthright citizenship, rejecting Donald Trump's order that children born to parents in the US illegally are not citizens.