‘Coward’: Top cop blasted over gin scandal
Embattled NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb has been blasted as a “coward” who lied about purchasing 100 bottles of gin using taxpayer money.
Courts & Law
O’Keefe slapped with new charge
Former TV host Andrew O’Keefe has been slapped with a new charge while he awaits judgment after appealing convictions for domestic violence.
Staggering response to saving stabbed 11yo
A security guard saved an 11yo Aussie girl in a horror stabbing. Incredibly, he doesn’t consider himself to be a hero.
Activist faces alleged abuser in court
Prominent child abuse victims’ advocate Manny Waks has faced his alleged abuser in court after the ultra-orthodox figure was extradited from the US.
Senator’s parents ‘shattered’ by brutal attacks
Senator Linda Reynolds’ parents have broken their silence about the brutal attacks their daughter endured after she was accused of covering up a young woman’s rape.
’Galling’: Senator’s mum slams Lisa
Senator Linda Reynolds’ mum has told a court she believes Lisa Wilkinson was “unprofessional” in how she approached her interview with Brittany Higgins.
How ASX responded to shock court action
Australia’s corporate watchdog sparked alarm in the markets after it announced court action against the ASX over alleged misleading statements.
Mum charged with daughter’s murder named
A mother charged with the murder of her 10-year-old daughter who was found dead with her throat slashed has been identified.
NRLW player’s alleged attack on teen
An NRLW player accused of attacking a teenage girl over an Uber Eats order will fight the allegations in court.
Friends of dead woman reveal sad detail
The friends of a young woman found dead in a Sydney unit in a suspected murder suicide have revealed a sad detail about the victim.
Major update in murder-accused nurse’s case
A nurse charged with the murder of her husband has asked a court to grant her bail, with police outlining their concerns for her own mental health.
‘Horror’ after alleged sex with rugby player
A 14-year-old girl had a ‘look of horror on her face’ after she allegedly engaged in sex acts with an adult rugby player, her mum told the court.
‘Outrageous’: Ex-PM’s call on ‘lying cow’ gibe
Scott Morrison has told a court Senator Linda Reynolds’ reference to Brittany Higgins as a ‘lying cow’ was ‘outrageous’ but ‘out of character’.
Pub takes beer garden fight to court
A 150-year-old watering hole on the banks of a river has taken its beer garden plans to court after they were knocked back over flooding fears.
Cop killers planned for ‘final battle’: court
A trio of fanatical cop killers were fixated on a “final battle” as part of their belief in the second coming of Christ, believing they were at war with police as soon as two officers entered their property.
Rugby player’s di*k pic before sex acts: court
A promising rugby union player sent a ‘di*k pic’ to a 15-year-old girl and asked her for nudes before he performed sex acts on her, a court has been told.
Major update in alleged killer cop case
Police have revealed a major update in the case of a former police officer accused of murdering a Sydney couple.
Spending ‘flurry’ after $10m crypto mistake
After Crypto.com made a huge mistake that went undiscovered for months, a man splurged millions of dollars while his partner ignored their calls.
Teens’ ‘unforgivable’ alleged act
A group of teens have been arrested after an “unforgivable” alleged act left a community reeling.
Rock star’s arrest over $6.50 chicken
Sticky Fingers frontman Dylan Frost allegedly stole a roast chook worth $6.50, and an Ice Break Double Espresso coffee, worth $2.65 from Woolies.
Senator’s partner grilled on Lehrmann trial
Senator Linda Reynolds’ partner was grilled on his attendance at Bruce Lehrmann’s criminal trial, as he gave evidence in the Senator’s defamation case.
AFL great’s son admits $140k golf theft
The son of AFL legend Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomenico has admitted to stealing more than $140,000 from his golf-store employer.
Ex-AFL star accused of non-profit fraud
A former AFL footballer has faced a key court hearing over allegations he stole from an Aboriginal community health organisation.
Arsonist lights self on fire in wild bungle
CCTV has captured the wild moment an arsonist set himself on fire in a petrol attack on a barber shop.
Young mum killed over child’s custody: court
A couple accused of killing a “vulnerable and intellectually disabled” young mother allegedly murdered her to take custody of a child, a court has been told.
Spy boss’ warning on ‘friend’ countries
Allied ‘friend’ countries have been caught threatening Australians on our home soil, Australia’s domestic spy boss says.
New photos emerge of cop killers’ lair
New photos released by a court have revealed fresh details about the meticulous set-up by a trio of doomsday shooters who fatally ambushed two cops and a neighbour.
Masseur’s ‘bizarre’ claim over abuse
A masseur’s “bizarre explanation” has been rejected in court after he admitted to sexually abusing six clients.
Thugs hit 78yo in brutal home invasion
Police are hunting a group of people who allegedly invaded a suburban home in the early hours and assaulted three people, including a 78-year-old man.
Cop’s sex sacking was unreasonable: court
A ‘lonely’ rural police officer should not have been fired after he slept with a woman who he was investigating for assault, a judge has found.
Senator breaks down over ‘bullying’ claim
Linda Reynolds has broken down on the stand during her defamation trial while recounting a shock “bullying” claim over the death of a Labor senator.
Man charged after wild police shooting
A man who was shot by police after allegedly approaching them with a knife has been hit with serious criminal charges.
Group ‘confused’ over 8yo’s death: court
One of the women charged over the death of a young girl whose insulin was withdrawn for days said she was “confused” as to why the child died despite believing God would heal her.
Drunk’s wild act on Harbour Bridge
Wild details about a man’s drunken e-bike ride across Sydney’s most iconic landmark have been revealed in court.
Businessman’s $1750 daily vice before attack
A businessman was spending up to $1750 a day on cocaine before he assaulted his girlfriend in an “alarming” attack, a court has been told.
Hitman-hiring husband: ‘I’m not evil’
An Australian man convicted of hiring an undercover cop to kill his wife continues his legal appeal odyssey decades after being found guilty.
New twist in Hillsong sex assault case
A senior leader at Hillsong who gave evidence in the trial of its founder will return to court as the church is sued over its handling of a woman’s sexual assault.
‘Karma’: Text from Lehrmann’s barrister
‘Crude’ texts from Bruce Lehrmann’s barrister sent to Senator Linda Reynolds before her former staff member’s criminal trial have been aired in the WA Supreme Court.
Decision looms on Higgins’ medical records
A court will decide if Brittany Higgins’ medical records should be produced to Linda Reynolds’ legal team, as their blockbuster defamation trial continues.
Sad detail in alleged mushroom poisonings
Heartbreaking new details have been revealed from the will of alleged mushroom poisoning victim Gail Patterson, a year after her death.
‘Pivotal’: Coroner reveals full DV horror
A comprehensive report into one state’s domestic violence homicides over a 20-year period offers crucial new insights into a scourge that continues to rip through Australia.
Depraved dog rapist learns fate
An animal expert who appeared on international TV has been jailed over the sadistic rape and torture of dozens of dogs, much of which was filmed and put online.
Star wins bitter court battle against mum
Aussie pop star Vanessa Amorosi has won a bitter court battle against her own mother after the pair fell out over the singer’s fortune.
Banker ‘destroyed’ by 120 fraud charges
A former bank employee’s life has been “destroyed” by allegations she defrauded multiple banks out of tens of thousands of dollars, a court has been told.
Cult leader’s wild claim on child’s death
The leader of a cult-like religious sect charged with the murder of a young girl made an extraordinary claim against police during one of his interviews.
Surprise ‘offer’ in fatal street race case
A surprise development has emerged in court almost a year after a fatal crash following an alleged street race that killed two young brothers.
‘Unprecedented’ claim in Sam Murphy case
Lawyers for the man accused of killing missing Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy claim one thing about the case is “unprecedented”.
Senator’s fury over Higgins’ ‘Kate’ move
Senator Linda Reynolds has revealed the “cattiness” behind comments she made about Brittany Higgins’ outfits, during the pair’s blockbuster defamation trial.
Cop’s plea before killers shot dead
Audio of tactical police attempting to negotiate in vain with a trio of cop killers in the moments before they were fatally shot has been revealed.
Syndicate’s wild ‘$2m per week’ claim
The leader of a money laundering syndicate that moved millions of dollars overseas said “we don’t worry” when his dad speculated it was Russian black money.
Aussie teacher charged with abusing student
A female teacher has been granted bail after she was charged with sexually abusing a teenage student.
‘Shifting’ in latest O’Keefe case: court
Former TV host Andrew O’Keefe has made a big move in court as he faces allegations he breached an anti-violence order protecting his former partner.
Teen terror accused has smarts of 8yo: court
A teen boy accused of a sweep of serious terror charges has the comprehension level of a year 3 student, a court has been told.
‘Tragic’ consequences of sisters’ fight
A fight between two sisters took a tragic turn when one died in “unusual and unforeseen circumstances”, a court has been told.
Disgraced Seven star explodes during arrest
Footage showing disgraced TV host Andrew O’Keefe’s arrest reveals the moment he was handcuffed and placed in the back of a police car.
‘Creeped out’: Senator’s claim on Higgins
Linda Reynolds has told a court media attention and questions in parliament regarding Brittany Higgins’ rape allegation caused a breakdown.
Toddler’s tragic death ruled preventable
An understaffed regional hospital has been criticised for failing its duty of care after a toddler fell ill and died while on a holiday with his parents.
‘Violated’: Boxing champion’s big claim
A former NRL star turned boxing champion said he felt “violated” by public health regulations during Covid as he fights the claim that he flouted the rules.
Bizarre detail in fatal ambush set-up
An inquest has revealed weird details inside the “off-grid” property of a trio of cop killers, including how they barricaded their home.
Real estate agent took home client’s cash
Faced with a struggling business, a Melbourne real estate agent dipped into the deposits of four homebuyers.
CFMEU in court amid overhaul bid
The boss of the controversy-plagued construction union has attended court as the Fair Work Commission seeks to hand over the union’s reins to an independent administrator.
Major update in alleged Olympian killer case
There’s been a big development in the case against a champion cyclist who stands accused of killing his wife, a fellow Olympian.
Major update in alleged Russian spies case
A Brisbane couple charged with an espionage-related charge will not be able to sell their home after Federal Police sought a court order.
‘Extraordinary’: Higgins lashed over post
Senator Linda Reynolds has told a court of the “odd” things Bruce Lehrmann said before he was fired, before the senator’s lawyers lash Brittany Higgins for an Instagram post.
Triple-0 operator missed info during ambush
A triple-0 operator has apologised for missing a warning that ‘active shooters’ were at Wieambilla while a civilian was calling about a ‘big bang’, an inquest into the fatal ambush has heard.
Man in hospital after police shooting
A man is in hospital after a police shooting incident in a major regional city.
Scammer swindles $900k from small business
There’s a disturbing trend of sophisticated scams swindling huge sums of money from honest Aussies, with the latest steal involving genuine-seeming invoices.
Fight between sisters takes tragic turn
A learner driver should not receive any jail time over the horror death of her elder sister, a judge has been urged.
Driver accused of CBD horror rampage
A driver accused of striking three pedestrians and colliding with two cars in a horror CBD car rampage has appeared in court.
World reacts to landmark Australian case
A deeply complicated and tragic first-of-its-kind criminal case in Australia has sparked coverage in major media markets across the world.
Timeline of terror in deadly cop shooting
Two police officers and an innocent civilian were gunned down at a rural property by a trio of crazed gunmen. Now, an inquest has been given a minute-by-minute account of the harrowing ordeal.
Cops hunt for TV star’s grandson
Police are seeking the arrest of the Crocodile Dundee star Paul Hogan’s grandson as he faces multiple criminal charges.
Widow’s haunting triple-0 call revealed
The chilling audio of a woman reporting thick black smoke and flames approaching her property moments before her husband was shot dead has been revealed.
Major update for bucks party rapists
A sexual assault charge has been withdrawn for three men who were found guilty of gang raping three teenagers during a bucks party weekend.
Move to take over scandal-plagued union
The Fair Work Commission has on Friday launched legal proceedings in a bid to appoint an independent administrator to the beleaguered CFMEU.
Man given $10m in crypto bungle
A judge has been urged to jail a wannabe investor who spent millions he had been wrongly sent by a cryptocurrency exchange.
School mates admit ‘stupid’ betting racket
Two high school mates have admitted they used insider information to bet on the outcome of the Australian of the Year awards.
Slain cop ‘pleading for life’, survivor ‘hunted’
A senior cop has revealed details of the desperate efforts police took to retrieve the bodies of slain officers and a neighbour after learning one was being “hunted”.
Man’s next move after fight with NRL journo
A man has revealed his next step after he was charged with throwing NRL journalist Paul Kent into a tree during a wild street brawl outside a pub.
Judge urges for killer grandson to be freed
A young man who hacked his grandmother to death believing she was his “sadistic” stepfather could be released in months, a court has been told.
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