Sam Kerr’s nan ‘revived herself’, court
A driver who allegedly hit Sam Kerr’s nan with a car as she was getting off a bus told a court he “killed the lady, but she revived herself.”
Courts & Law
New probe for alleged Pam the Bird artist
The man police allege is behind Melbourne’s infamous Pam the Bird graffiti is being probed by police over a knife attack, a court has been told.
Wife ‘asleep’ when stabbing husband: court
A murder charge has been dropped against a woman accused of the stabbing death of her husband after a major finding in court.
Text before alleged $6.5m cocaine smuggle
A text allegedly sent by a young New Zealander accused of trying to bring 20kg of cocaine into Australia from the US has been aired in court.
Australia’s ‘neo-Nazis’ unmasked
The arrests of alleged neo-Nazis after a rally in South Australia has revealed their identities to the public.
Twist as body found after alleged break-in
A homeless man has been named in court after allegedly breaking into the home where an elderly great-grandfather was later found dead.
Mum’s heartache as tragic milestone looms
The mother of Samantha Murphy says she still holds hope her daughter will be found as the one-year anniversary of her disappearance nears.
‘Red flags’ before young girl left to die
Serious questions have been raised about child safety authorities in the years before a young girl died.
Granddad dies in alleged burglary
A great-grandfather killed during an alleged burglary was “so excited” to set sail on his dream cruise just days later.
Man charged with 2yo’s murder
A man has been charged over the alleged murder of a two-year-old boy found unconscious at a regional home.
Millions hidden inside Bondi dishwasher
An athlete turned drug lord found himself hiding millions of dollars in his Bondi flat. He made one crucial mistake that led police right to his door.
Update: AFL great accused of child sex abuse
The prosecution has revealed how many witnesses it is considering in the trial of a former AFL legend accused of historical sexual abuse.
Inquest to be held into child’s cult death
A coronial inquest will be held into the death of a young girl who was left to die by her parents and members of a killer cult who took away her insulin.
Parents jailed for sick act to daughter
A court has been told how the parents of a teenage ballerina almost starved their daughter to death – denying anything was wrong with her.
Depraved ex-soldier cops 28 years for rape
An ex-soldier has received one of the state’s harshest sentences for raping multiple women and girls with a “high level of depravity.”
Police to start patrolling Jewish schools
In a stark illustration of Australia’s escalating anti-Semitism crisis, police in one state will begin patrolling Jewish schools to keep kids safe.
Alleged ‘Pam the Bird’ graffiti artist named
A controversial piece of graffiti plastered in seemingly impossible places across Melbourne is solely the work of one man, police believe.
Shock failures before killer’s rampage
Eight police officers will face disciplinary action after an internal investigation discovered serious failures before coward killer Mark Bombara’s Floreat rampage.
Basketball coach ‘groomed’ child, police
A 67-year-old basketball coach was arrested at a suburban home after a report was made to police, alleging historical sexual assaults.
Grandad’s claim over child abuse material
A court has been told the reason why grandfather convicted of accessing child abuse material decided to access it in the first place.
Bomb threat rocks Canberra courthouse
An area of Canberra has been cordoned off after an alleged bomb threat was reported near the courthouse – with bomb squad officers called in.
Island getaway’s $28m staff shame
Operators of a popular island hideaway have been ordered to pay staff an eye-watering amount after they were underpaid for years.
Woman to fight alleged drug death case
A woman accused of manslaughter months after a man died from a suspected “adverse” drug reaction has revealed plans to fight the allegations, a court has been told.
6 charged over botched alleged gang hit
Five teens and a 21-year-old man are facing attempted murder charges over a botched alleged hit job on an innocent 18-year-old.
Anti-Semitic attack near primary school
A home near a Jewish primary school is among the latest targets in a spate of anti-Semitic attacks sweeping an Australian city.
‘Happy for her’: Remorseless dad’s police tape
Chilling never-before-seen footage of a father who killed his daughter by taking away her insulin has emerged, where he tells police moments after the child’s death he is “happy” for her.
Moment killer dad baptised into cult
The moment a father was baptised into a fringe religious circle in the months before he caused the death of his daughter by withdrawing her insulin has been revealed.
Filmmaker’s concerning act with intimate pic
A cinematographer who worked on a hit Hollywood film has admitted to sharing an intimate image without consent.
Ex-bishop faces more sex abuse charges
One of Australia’s highest-ranking Catholics to face prosecution over historical sexual abuse is facing additional charges.
Bombshell verdict in killer cult trial
A judge has returned a bombshell verdict in the trial of 14 members of a cult-like religious circle who were accused of killing an eight-year-old girl.
Chilling look inside Aussie ‘house of horrors’
For the first time, never-before-seen images from inside the home where Elizabeth Struhs suffered and died have been released.
Fresh blow to cash-strapped Star
Casino giant Star will shed a major entertainment venue as it attempts to raise enough cash to avoid collapse.
Strange car detail in gangland killing
A second vehicle with a strange distinctive detail has been linked to the killing of a former underworld figure.
Alleged Australia Day neo-Nazis named
The alleged leader of an Australian neo-Nazi group has fronted court in a combative mood, hitting out at the police, journalists, the court system and what he called “political persecution”.
Ex-soldier to learn fate over multiple rapes
A former soldier found guilty of drugging and raping multiple women during the Covid-19 pandemic will learn his fate in court.
New details after underworld figure shot
A prominent former gangland figure was walking to his car with his girlfriend when he was shot multiple times, police allege.
Test for cop accused of murdering two men
A police officer who allegedly murdered his ex-partner and the man’s new boyfriend will undergo psychiatric testing nearly a year after the alleged double homicide.
Shock details after 9yo’s alleged murder
A nine-year-old boy allegedly murdered at a regional property – with police revealing he allegedly suffered “blunt-force trauma” has been named.
‘Evil forces’: PM’s tough talk on Nazi rally
Anthony Albanese has slammed “evil forces” seeking to divide Australians after 15 men and a teenager were arrested at a neo-Nazi march.
Sunbakers shocked after beach arrest
A man’s sensational arrest on a busy beach has been caught on camera as he faces allegations of “inappropriate behaviour”.
Woman fighting for life after balcony fall
Mystery surrounds the incident as police are yet to rule out whether a woman’s horror fall was suspicious.
TV lifeguard’s move after attacking woman
A lifeguard on the hit reality TV series Bondi Rescue has revealed his next move after he was found guilty of attacking a woman in a ‘fit of alcoholic rage’.
Horrific footage of violent attack played in court
Two young men are accused of a brutal attack on two off-duty police officers that was caught on a mobile phone recording, a court has been told.
Worker crushed to death by forklift
A warehouse worker suffered fatal injuries after being crushed to death by a forklift while on a job – with his colleague now being convicted for failing to take care of his colleague.
Cops’ shock arrest over historic rape case
Police have made a breakthrough in an alleged historic rape case – arresting a man who allegedly broke into a woman’s home and assaulted her.
Guilty man’s startled court reaction
A man who could be jailed because of the “sheer volume” of sick material he was found with appeared surprised by the media attention after his court appearance.
Olympian to learn family’s pain in court
The heartbroken family of an Olympic cyclist are expected to deliver victim impact statements detailing their pain and grief to the court.
No charges after homeowner kills intruder
The family of a 20-year-old home invader who was killed after breaking into a house has vowed to continue to fight for “answers”.
Naked man accused of wild rampage
A naked man who allegedly tried to carjack an Uber and was twice tasered by police has fronted court over his outrageous antics.
Football star’s brag before death threats
An A-League footballer asked police “Do you know who I am?” before threatening to shoot and kill officers who were trying to usher him out of a bar.
Aus Day safe after rail unions’ backdown
Millions of commuters have been saved from further train chaos over the Australia Day long-weekend after the rail unions made a key concession in the latest court stoush.
Inquiry launched into monster pedo
A major review has been launched into the Blue Card system to find out how monster pedo Ashley Griffith was able to work in childcare undetected for so long.
Child’s neck ‘covered in bruises’, court told
A man is suing a State Government over horrific sexual abuse incidents he alleges occurred at the hands of family members while he was a ward of the state.
Teacher’s aide accused of child prostitution
A teacher’s aide has been charged over allegations he prostituted children he met online, allegedly extorting them through “fraudulent” online profiles.
Fight for alleged killer cop’s phone records
There is a fight to reveal the phone records of a police officer who allegedly murdered his ex-partner and the man’s new boyfriend nearly a year after their deaths.
Moment cops find teens hiding in cupboards
Bizarre footage has captured the moment police pull several teenagers from their hiding spots and charge them over an alleged crime spree.
‘Stay away’: Stern warning for bird torturer
A bird torturer who previously tried to cook and eat an ibis has been issued a stern warning after he was charged with snaring two native birds with fishing wire.
Fresh blow for TV host amid drug battle
A troubled former TV host’s public battle with drug addiction has again been thrust into the spotlight after he was charged with drug-driving.
Why pet owners could soon need ‘licence’
A coroner has made a huge suggestion that could change pet ownership in one state forever – after a tiny baby was mauled to death by a dog.
Threat holding Australia to ransom
The latest chaos with Sydney’s rail network has exposed a gaping flaw that allows Aussies to be held to ransom as unions pressure governments for better deals.
5yo critical after crushed by parking meter
A five-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after a disused parking meter fell on him.
Man sues state for ‘horror’ childhood abuse
A man who alleges he was repeatedly abused while a ward of the state has told a court his life was full of “nastiness, hate and sexual abuse”.
Man charged after teen allegedly abducted
Police will rely on DNA in the case against a Queensland man accused of abducting a teenager in Melbourne, a court has been told.
Update for celeb accused of poisoning child
A lawyer for an Australian social media influencer accused of poisoning her one-year-old daughter for online clout has flagged fears for his client’s safety in custody.
‘Nightmare:’ Man’s sexual abuse claim
A man suing the state of Western Australia over “horrific sexual abuse claims” has told a court his childhood was a “horrible nightmare.”
New blow for Bali Nine member
Matthew Norman, 38, has been arrested and charged in Sydney, just weeks after his return to Australia following 19 years behind bars in Indonesia.
Fake will used to bag $4.5m estate: cops
A man has been charged after allegedly creating a fraudulent will to inherit a $4.5m, estate, including homes and bank accounts.
Alleged Sam Murphy killer admits drunk crash
The man police allege murdered Samantha Murphy has been slapped with a fine after pleading guilty to an unrelated drunk motorcycle crash.
‘Go die’: Accused firebug’s alleged demand
A woman who allegedly set fire to the homes and cars of her former housemates issued one demand for the fires to stop, a court has been told.
Australia’s worst pedo’s next move
A monster childcare pedophile who abused young girls over a decade and faced 307 charges isn’t finished with the courts just yet.
Judge blasts return of child to abuser
A judge has blasted the state over allegations a young child under their care was sent back to the person who had molested him.
Astonishing move in 7 star’s abuse case
A magistrate has thrown out abuse-related charges against a Channel 7 star at the tail end of a lengthy committal hearing.
Alleged model killer’s courtroom request
A young fish and chips shop worker charged after allegedly killing a model while leaving a rave has asked a court for one thing.
Cop’s alleged illegal act for criminal lover
A police officer allegedly accessed the restricted police files on her criminal lover and supplied a lengthy intelligence report to an acquaintance.
State sued over ‘horrific sexual abuse’ claims
A former ward of the state is suing the WA government for compensation, claiming he was placed into the care of family members who repeatedly abused him.
Top Gun pilot’s new bid to block extradition
An Australian citizen who served as a US fighter pilot has launched a last-ditch bid to prevent his extradition to the US over claims he illegally trained Chinese pilots.
Alleged activist kidnappers set to face trial
A man allegedly kidnapped and bashed by pro-Palestinian activists later claimed to have been offered a payment by a burger chain boss to drop the case, a court has been told.
Horror alleged attack on cop at busy airport
Two police officers were allegedly attacked with a pen, one in the face and neck, after responding to calls about a disturbance on a domestic flight.
Glam St George banker’s wild alleged act
The 34-year-old is facing 116 fraud charges after allegedly scamming her customers to fund her lavish lifestyle.
Activist’s four letter word for minister
A climate activist was filmed vandalising federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek’s electoral office with a heavy accusation.
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