AI girl helps authorities deal with child abuse victims
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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a 20-year-old man found in the middle of a highway bus lane has been the subject of a hit-and-run charge that was later withdrawn in court.
Miles fed up with political point scoring over tragedy
Queensland's premier says he is 'sick' of the politicisation of tragedies in state parliament for political point scoring.
Scammer jailed for stealing close to $400k from cousin
Angela Liberatore, 50, has been sentenced after she was found guilty by a jury of 33 counts of obtaining financial advantage by deception.
Court rejects push to monitor released terror plotter
A man whose ties with other convicted extremists forms part of his "identity" will not be subject to ongoing monitoring following his release from jail.
Youth given ‘appropriate’ health care prior to death
A coroner has found a youth mental health service has made improvements following the death of a teenage boy with multiple diagnoses.
Big fine for owner who ripped out mangroves for road
A Queensland man has been fined almost $145,000 for clearing a path through protected national park to make a road to his property.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
Trackers weighed for police guns after double killing
NSW Premier Chris Minns says change is needed in how police handle weapons amid discussion about trust the public places in officers.
Elderly pedestrian dies after being struck by car
A man will appear in court charged with mid-range drink driving after he allegedly struck an elderly pedestrian who later died in a Gold Coast hospital.
‘Obsessed’ Higgins told Ten not to settle with Lehrmann
Brittany Higgins took the '"extraordinary" position of only helping Ten defend a defamation suit if they did not pay Bruce Lehrmann damages, his lawyers say.
Airport freight worker admits stealing electronic goods
A 42-year-old man has admitted stealing more than $46,000 worth of electronic goods while handling freight at Brisbane airport to fund his drug use.
MH17 aftermath costs Dutch $A276 million
A trial and investigations into the downing of the MH17 flight, reparations of bodies, and compensation has cost the Dutch government more than $A276 million.
Bikie head seeks early jail release after almost dying
A Sydney bikie seriously injured after his brother was fatally gunned down wants less time in prison for his role in destroying evidence of another killing.
Man murdered wife after having ‘a gutful’
A 76-year-old man who admitted shooting his wife in their home south of Brisbane has been found guilty of her murder.