Accused murderer remains on bail without monitoring
Prosecutors have failed in a bid to place an alleged murderer back on remand after a state government outlawed private ankle bracelets for those on bail.
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Accused wife killer’s family offers $250,000 bail
A man accused of murdering his wife joked about killing her and moving overseas before she drowned in a kayak trip and he relocated to Thailand, a judge heard.
‘Tragic death’: two more nabbed in kidnap, murder case
Police believe they have identified all the suspects involved in the alleged kidnapping and torture of a trio after charging two people with murder.
Dog walker finds skull in murder mystery breakthrough
Police believe a skull found in scrubland is the missing head of murder victim Julian Story, whose reality TV star partner has been charged over his death.
Mushroom killer’s house restrained after guilty verdict
Prosecutors have successfully sought to restrain mushroom cook Erin Patterson's property after she was found guilty of murdering three people.
Still suffering: family grieves murdered grandmother
Murdered grandmother Vyleen White's family say they take comfort in how her death brought about tougher bail and prison terms for juveniles.
Young woman third person charged with murder of husband
Another young person allegedly involved in the death of a 57-year-old man in a quiet, close knit suburb has been charged with murder.
Teen on alleged crime spree before man’s break-in death
A young woman has been accused of a four-day crime spree, becoming the third person charged with murder after a beloved husband was fatally stabbed.
Nephew allegedly murdered elderly man in home invasion
An elderly man was murdered and his wife bashed in a midnight home invasion by two extended family members on the prowl for cash, a jury has been told.
‘My everything’: man mourned, teens charged with murder
The wife of a man found fatally stabbed at his suburban home has led tributes after two teenagers were charged with his murder, shocking a community.
‘My sweet girl’: tribute as ex-partner admits murder
The parents of a woman murdered by her abusive ex-boyfriend have welcomed a "fitting" result after he pleaded guilty eight days into his trial.
Vehicle discovered in cold-case search for missing teen
A vehicle has been found in a renewed search after 25 years for missing teen Melissa Trussell as police divers scour a river bed.
Killer claims ex-partner hit her head during argument
Hannah McGuire's alleged murderer claims she died after hitting her head during an argument which turned physical, his barrister has told a jury.
Outback killer leaves victim’s family without answers
Notorious outback killer Bradley Murdoch has died, renewing fears his victim's body will never be found after crimes that shocked the world almost 25 years ago.
Accused killer’s ex didn’t move after ute set alight
A woman allegedly killed by her former partner showed no signs of movement inside the ute where her badly burned body was found, an expert says.
Mother’s despair as killer faked slain daughter’s texts
The mother of Hannah McGuire, who was allegedly murdered by her ex-boyfriend, has shared the series of texts she received purporting to be from her daughter.
Mum shows up for cop son as double-murder case delayed
A former police officer accused of murdering two men in a horrific domestic violence incident has changed lawyers again, prompting further delays in his case.
Murder jury shown photos of burnt ute where body found
Jurors in Lachlan Young's murder trial have been shown photos of the vehicle where his victim Hannah McGuire's body was located.
Man killed ex-girlfriend but says he’s not a murderer
Accused murderer Lachlan Young, 23, killed his former girlfriend Hannah McGuire and then burnt her body in her own car, a jury has been told.
‘Never enough’: cop’s widow reflects on hefty jail term
A police chief has called for laws to be changed after a meth-affected car thief who killed an officer on duty was given a 15-year sentence for manslaughter.
Jail for callous, cold-blooded killing of mum of four
A man who showed callousness beyond words when he hit and killed his partner with a car has been sentenced to 13 years behind bars.
Tragic twist after man’s ‘heinous’ stabbing murder
The family of a man who was stabbed to death in a suburban park have shared their overwhelming grief as the killer faced a pre-sentence hearing.
Photos of deadly meal revealed as killer learns fate
After a triple-murder trial that attracted global attention, mushroom cook Erin Patterson has been found to be one of Australia's worst female killers.
Buried alive: miracle escape after man shot through eye
Police believe three violent incidents in a matter of days are linked to a drugs syndicate, including a man being shot through the eye and buried alive.
Mushroom cook murder convictions ‘appeal-proof’: expert
Mushroom cook Erin Patterson is unlikely to succeed in having her triple-murder convictions overturned should she choose to appeal, a legal expert says.
Court shoots down appeal bid in ‘Wild West’ murder case
Two men exchanged hostile text messages about a drug deal gone wrong before their armed stand-off that ended in a fatal shooting and a murder conviction.
‘Want justice’: mum’s fresh pain over cold case murder
A state coroner cannot determine who was responsible for the death of 22-year-old Elisabeth Membrey more than 30 years ago.
Driver denies opioid ‘influence’ on fatal bus trip
A man denies being affected by an opioid while driving a bus as he tries to reduce his jail time over a horror crash that killed 10 wedding guests.
Jury sent out to decide fate of accused mushroom killer
A Supreme Court jury has finally started its deliberations as mushroom cook Erin Patterson's triple-murder trial enters its 10th week.
Man accused of murder after another dies in hospital
A man accused of causing head injuries that turned fatal for another man has also been charged with possessing a handgun, ammunition and drugs.
Mushroom jury finishes first full day of deliberations
The jurors tasked with deciding the fate of mushroom cook Erin Patterson have been sent back to their accommodation after their first full day of deliberations.